Take Five Café in Burnaby has been a neighbourhood favourite for over 12 years, known for its reliably great coffee and relaxed, friendly atmosphere. If you want a place where the barista knows your name and your usual, this is it. The café fills a cozy 1,200 square feet space with warm wood accents, local art on the walls, and long communal tables that invite lingering over conversation or a laptop.

They specialise in small-batch espresso and house-roasted blends, serving espresso-based drinks, pour-overs and cold brews made from beans sourced from Vancouver roasters. Signature items include the Take Five House Latte, a lightly sweetened espresso drink with oat milk, and their seasonal cardamom bun, baked in-house daily. Food choices cover breakfast sandwiches on sourdough, a rotating selection of salads and grain bowls, and gluten-free muffins, so there’s something for quick mornings and slow afternoons alike.

The team runs the café with an emphasis on consistent technique and friendly service. Baristas train on the café’s extraction standards and milk texturing methods, ensuring each espresso shot is pulled to a predictable taste profile. Staff are happy to recommend pairings, tell you about the coffee origin, or prepare a single-origin pour-over if you want to taste differences between beans. There’s free Wi-Fi, a few power outlets at the window seats, and a small patio area for sunny days.

Locally owned and staffed by Burnaby residents, Take Five Café supports nearby schools and neighbourhood events, catering weekly orders for office meetings and community gatherings. People come here for dependable coffee, honest menu choices, and that neighbourly feel you don’t find in larger chains. Phone 604-336-3166 or visit https://www.takefivecafe.ca/ to order or check today’s pastry selection.