Top 5 coffee shops in North Vancouver City
The top coffee shops in the City of North Vancouver, each covered by a named outlet: Vancouver Magazine, Daily Coffee News, Noms Magazine or Daily Hive.
NORTH VANCOUVER CITY · RESTAURANTS
Top 5 restaurants in North Vancouver City
Each of these five restaurants in the City of North Vancouver has been covered by a named outlet: Daily Hive, Noms Magazine or the Georgia Straight. A place is in the list only when an article from one of those outlets placed it in the City of North Vancouver. This guide was checked on November 10, 2026.
Number 1Fiorino
123 Carrie Cates Ct. #218, North Vancouver, Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver City
Daily Hive reported in July 2025 that Fiorino opened a second location at Lonsdale Quay Market, with a waterfront patio on the second floor. Owner Giovanni Mascagni told the outlet that the restaurant was inspired by the streets of Florence. Noms Magazine also covered the opening that month, writing that Mascagni brought Florentine bread-making techniques to Canada.
“Fiorino is a restaurant that conceptually started as a sandwich shop. It's inspired by the streets of Florence, where I grew up.”
Daily Hive, Marco Ovies · news · July 18, 2025 (opens in a new tab)
“brought the techniques back to Canada, launching a dream that fused authentic bread, street food culture, and aperitivo vibes”
Noms Magazine · news · July 20, 2025 (opens in a new tab)
Photo: Fiorino's website
Number 2King Taps
141-123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver, Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver City
Daily Hive reported in April 2025 that King Taps was opening a two-storey flagship location at Lonsdale Quay with waterfront views and over 10,000 square feet of dining space. The Georgia Straight covered its May 2025 opening, writing that the restaurant offers handcrafted pizzas made with dough aged for two days, 30 craft beer taps and 17 screens for sports.
“People inside the organization are very excited to get back into the North Vancouver market where it all started.”
Daily Hive, Marco Ovies · news · April 3, 2025 (opens in a new tab)
“We've built something special here that feels true to the Lonsdale Quay community”
Georgia Straight, Vicki Duong · news · May 22, 2025 (opens in a new tab)
Photo: King Taps's website
- Number 3
Burger Zoghali
1802 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, Central Lonsdale, North Vancouver City
Daily Hive reported in April 2025 that Burger Zoghali had opened at 1802 Lonsdale Avenue in the former space of Palermo Cucina. The outlet described the Chori Oh Damn burger as having juicy chorizo, smoky flavour and spicy attitude, and noted the menu also includes pizzas.
“juicy chorizo, smoky flavour, spicy attitude”
Daily Hive, Marco Ovies · news · April 22, 2025 (opens in a new tab)
- Number 4
Ramen Danbo
1445 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, Central Lonsdale, North Vancouver City
Daily Hive reported in September 2024 that Ramen Danbo was opening at 1445 Lonsdale Avenue, its fourth Metro Vancouver location. The outlet wrote that the restaurant is known for its Fukuoka-style Tonkatsu ramen and long lines. Daily Hive's September 2024 best ramen list also included the Lonsdale location, noting there is almost always a line around mealtimes, especially when it is raining.
“The restaurant is known for its Fukuoka-style Tonkatsu ramen and long lines (that are worth the wait).”
Daily Hive, Marco Ovies · news · September 5, 2024 (opens in a new tab)
“there's almost always a line around mealtimes, especially when it's raining”
Daily Hive · best-of list · September 20, 2024 (opens in a new tab)
Number 5Loam Bistro
230 Esplanade W, North Vancouver, Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver City
Daily Hive reported in September 2024 that Loam Bistro was opening at 230 Esplanade West, serving contemporary brunch alongside espresso drinks from North Vancouver's House of Funk and Richmond's Moving Coffee. The outlet listed menu items including a Bone Marrow Omelette, Avocado Croast and Pistachio French Toast.
“Loam will serve up a variety of espresso-based beverages (macchiato, cortado, flat white, pistachio mocha), comprising beans from local roasters like North Vancouver's House of Funk and Richmond's Moving Coffee.”
Daily Hive, Marco Ovies · news · September 4, 2024 (opens in a new tab)
Photo: Loam Bistro's website
QUESTIONS
Questions this guide answers
What are the top restaurants in North Vancouver City?
The top five restaurants in the City of North Vancouver, based on coverage from named outlets, are Fiorino at Lonsdale Quay Market, King Taps at Lonsdale Quay, Burger Zoghali on Lonsdale Avenue, Ramen Danbo on Lonsdale Avenue, and Loam Bistro on Esplanade West.
How were these restaurants chosen?
Each place is in this guide because a named outlet wrote about it: Daily Hive, Noms Magazine or the Georgia Straight. A place is included only when an article from one of those outlets placed it in the City of North Vancouver, and when the article was published in 2024 or later.
Which outlets were read to build this guide?
Daily Hive, Noms Magazine and the Georgia Straight. Each place in the guide has at least one article from one of these outlets.
When was this guide checked?
This guide was checked on November 10, 2026. Each source article was read on that date.
What kind of food does Fiorino serve at Lonsdale Quay?
Fiorino at 123 Carrie Cates Court serves Italian street food inspired by Florence. Daily Hive reported in July 2025 that owner Giovanni Mascagni grew up in Florence and built the restaurant concept around Florentine cuisine. The menu includes shareable plates and a waterfront patio overlooking the harbour. Noms Magazine also covered the opening that month.
What does King Taps serve in North Vancouver?
King Taps at 141-123 Carrie Cates Court serves handcrafted pizzas, craft beer and pub food over two floors with waterfront views. The Georgia Straight reported in May 2025 that the restaurant has 30 taps and 17 screens for sports. The pizza dough is aged for two days.
What is Ramen Danbo known for in North Vancouver?
Ramen Danbo at 1445 Lonsdale Avenue is known for Fukuoka-style Tonkatsu ramen. Daily Hive reported the North Vancouver opening in September 2024 and included it on its best ramen list that month, writing that there is almost always a line around mealtimes, especially when it is raining.
What does Loam Bistro serve?
Loam Bistro at 230 Esplanade West serves contemporary brunch alongside espresso drinks made from beans by North Vancouver's House of Funk and Richmond's Moving Coffee. Daily Hive reported the opening in September 2024 and listed dishes including Bone Marrow Omelette, Avocado Croast and Pistachio French Toast.
What burgers does Burger Zoghali serve in North Vancouver?
Burger Zoghali at 1802 Lonsdale Avenue serves smash burgers alongside pizzas and wings. Daily Hive reported the opening in April 2025 and described the Chori Oh Damn burger as having juicy chorizo, smoky flavour and spicy attitude.
How do I report a mistake in this guide?
Use the corrections form at voche.me/report and name the place and the line that is wrong.
SOURCES
Every page this guide draws on
- Go-to Vancouver Italian restaurant expands with new location complete with waterfront patioDaily Hive, Marco Ovies · July 18, 2025 · dailyhive.com · read November 10, 2026
- New smash burger restaurant has opened in North VancouverDaily Hive, Marco Ovies · April 22, 2025 · dailyhive.com · read November 10, 2026
- King Taps' two-storey waterfront flagship restaurant in North Vancouver is opening soonDaily Hive, Marco Ovies · April 3, 2025 · dailyhive.com · read November 10, 2026
- Best ramen in Vancouver you need to try at least onceDaily Hive · September 20, 2024 · dailyhive.com · read November 10, 2026
- Ramen Danbo Lonsdale set to open in North Vancouver next weekDaily Hive, Marco Ovies · September 5, 2024 · dailyhive.com · read November 10, 2026
- Loam Bistro: Cafe and brunch experience to open in North VancouverDaily Hive, Marco Ovies · September 4, 2024 · dailyhive.com · read November 10, 2026
- Pizza, beer, and sports at the Quay: King Taps arrives in North VanGeorgia Straight, Vicki Duong · May 22, 2025 · straight.com · read November 10, 2026
- Award Winning Italian Restaurant 'Fiorino' Opens New Lonsdale Quay Market LocationNoms Magazine · July 20, 2025 · nomsmagazine.com · read November 10, 2026
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