Vancouver Cheap Eats: Breakfast

Jan 25 2017, 1:06 am

It’s Breakfast Week! We’re serving up a heaping plateful of delicious stories about the most important meal of the day–and where to get it in Vancouver.

Instead of skipping breakfast (again), head to one of these local spots and start your day off right for $10 or less. Here are 12 great places for a bargain breakfast in Vancouver.

The Cambie Bar & Grill


On the go? Grab the B.E.L.T (bacon, egg, lettuce, tomato on multi-grain toast) served with tater-tots for $9.50.

Address: 300 Cambie Street, Vancouver
Instagram: @cambiegastown

Bonchaz Bakery Cafe


Pop in before 10:37am to order any espresso drink and receive a delicious bun for free! Depending on the size of your drink the price ranges from $2-$5, and you have the choice of three mouthwatering flavours: their original butter and sugar, banana walnut or chocolate choco.

Address: 426 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

Address: 189 East Broadway Street, Vancouver
Instagram: @bonchaz

Smile Diner

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Fill up while sticking to a budget and order a traditional breakfast of bacon, ham or sausage with hash brown, 2 eggs and toast for just $6.95.

Address: 424 West Pender Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-681-9911

Marulilu Cafe


Sidestep the morning rush and visit Marulilu Cafe for their all-day breakfast. Dishes range from your typical eggs and toast to their Japanese Style Breakfast for $7.99 that includes grilled salmon, Japanese plain omelette, rice and miso soup.

Address: 451 West Broadway Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-568-4211

Gypsy Rose Crepe Cafe


Savoury or sweet, Gypsy Rose Crepe Cafe has it all. Stay under budget and order a mushroom, egg, spinach and cheese crepe for $8.50, or a strawberry, banana, and nutella crepe at the same price.

Address: 2017 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver
Instagram: @cafe_gypsy_rose

Siegel’s Bagels


When mornings start with bagels cooked in a fire oven, you know it’s going to be a good day. Fan favourites include the peanut butter and jam bagel for $2.75 and the $3.25 cream cheese bagel, pictured above.

Address: 1883 Cornwall Avenue, Vancouver
Phone: 604-737-8151

Address: 1689 Johnston Street #22, Vancouver
Phone: 604-685-5670

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The Flo

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For just $6.75 indulge in the Flo Egg Wrap which features pesto, feta, spinach and roast potatoes. Be sure to check out their 100% Juice Bar too, for juices ranging from $4.75-$5.95.

Address: 1068 Davie Street, Vancouver
Instagram: @dishvancouver

Joyeaux Cafe & Restaurant

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With an entire breakfast menu listed at $10 or less, the choice really is yours. French toast with maple syrup and fresh fruit goes for $7.50, and for the same price, you can even order grilled cheese with ham or bacon.

Address: 551 Howe Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-681-9168

Just Waffles

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Designer Waffles, anyone? Depending on whether you want 1, 2 or 3 toppings, you can make your own for $7-$9. Choose from toppings including strawberry, blueberry, nutella, coconut, bacon, and cream cheese.

Address: 3135 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
Instagram: @justwaffles

Breka Bakery & Cafe

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Eat your fill and order the Quiche for $6.50. Options include mushroom & goat cheese, spinach and bacon, or potato & chicken.

Address: 818 Bute Street, Vancouver
Instagram: @brekabakery

Address: 855 Davie Street, Vancouver
Address: 6533 Fraser Street, Vancouver

The Sunshine Diner

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From freshly baked muffins for $2.75 to any two waffles for $9.45, The Sunshine Diner has something for everyone.

Address: 2649 West Broadway Street, Vancouver
Phone: 604-733-7717

Paul’s Omelettery


An absolute must-try, the 3 Cheese Omelette rings in at $7.75 (a blend of cheddar, edam and cream cheese). Or, for the same price opt for the small Florentine Benedict Eggs served on half an english muffin with pan fries.

Address: 2211 Granville Street, Vancouver
Instagram: @paulsomelettery

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