Olivo Cafe Burnaby has quietly become a neighbourhood favourite for people who want coffee that tastes like it was made for them. Open since 2018, this compact 900-square-foot café on Kingsway specialises in single-origin espresso and house-blend pour-overs, and regulars will tell you their crema and texture are unusually consistent for a local spot.

On the menu you will find a focused but thoughtful selection: single-origin espressos (Ethiopia Yirgacheffe, Colombia Huila), a signature Olivo House Blend, and three pour-over options brewed to order. They also bake in-house daily, with rosemary focaccia, almond croissants and a rotating savoury tart that often sells out by mid-afternoon. For those who prefer something lighter, there’s cold-brew on tap and a small but well-curated selection of loose-leaf teas. Everything is priced accessibly, with espresso drinks ranging from $3.50 to $5.25 and pastries typically $3.75 to $5.50.

What sets Olivo apart is how they do things. The baristas are SCA-trained and you can see them dial in shots at the La Marzocco Linea machine during peak hours. They roast small batches with a local roaster twice a week, which keeps the coffee bright and fresh. Service is deliberately personal; the team remembers regulars’ names and preferred milks, and they’ll happily adjust grind and brew time if you ask for a stronger cup.

People choose Olivo not just for the coffee, but for the atmosphere. The interior has warm wood counters, a few community tables, and local art on the walls, making it easy to linger with a laptop or catch up with a friend. It’s the kind of place that feels like a reliable daily stop, and a good place to introduce visitors to Burnaby coffee culture.

Phone: 604-454-0105
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olivocafe.burnaby/