Greenhorn Cafe

In Vancouver for 24 hours before a cruise. I helped for breakfast near our hotel and the first result was for greenhorn. Pictures looked amazing, reviews even better. This place did not disappoint. Jammie was lovely and tolerated our 5 year old. The coffee was awesome, wish we could buy Amon's is the States. As a group of five we ordered, 2 types on Benedicts, 2 potato skillets, waffles, and eggs in purgatory. Forgot to get pictures of any of it because when it hit the table we ate it.
Quiet local spot with awesome service and food. 10/10 would return.

Food was standard breakfast.
Super small serving for the price. Especially the egg Benedict. We ordered a 1/2 and it was literally 1 poached egg with some sauce. No salad on the side or anything. We were left hungry for a $15 meal.
Waffle was 1 tiny waffle with tiny jam.
$100 for 5 people and we were not full at all.
Service was excellent.
Cookies were chewy and delicious.
Disappointed because it was such a cute place and we want to support local businesses but for the price for what we get was not really matching up.
So many other better value breakfast place near by.

we dropped by on saturday just before 1:00 pm for brunch and the place was packed. we waited about 17 minutes and was given the option to sit outside or inside. opting for the warmth, i chose a cozy spot inside, where adam gave me the preference to sit by the window or upstairs for a quieter atmosphere.

greenhorn located at 994 nicola is a hidden gem, nestled in a residential west end neighbourhood, beside a laundromat and kitty corner to a firehall. street parking is hard to find, especially if you do not have a west end parking permit.

this cafe's interior has high ceilings, large windows, long wooden tables, and an eye catching, red chandelier on the first floor, and there's more tables on the second floor with gourmet grocery items and records, adding to the eclectic charm of this place.

initially, i was impressed that elwood took our order without writing it down.

the vietnamese coffee was strong with a sweet velvety, luxurious taste, it was exactly what i needed to kickstart my day.

my partner was disappointed that they no longer have the steak and eggs on their menu and he was not a fan of the bacon benny. when I cut into my benny, it became apparent that a mix up had occurred, as it wasn't the mushroom benny i ordered. adam checked and confirmed it was the ham instead. he took it away, and brought me a chocolate croissant, an unexpected and thoughtful gesture.

elwood topped up my spouse's glass, then asked if i needed water, i said i wouldn't mind a top up, but she must not have heard me.

my partner had finished his dish by the time i got my single benny and i checked on my waffle (i think they had forgotten this).

the house made biscuit was slightly hard and crispy on the edge, and was topped with rosemary and thyme roasted mushrooms, ricotta, arugula, and a perfectly soft poached egg, blanketed in hollandaise sauce.

while the overall service may have had its shortcomings, adam's exceptional service truly stood out and elevated the brunch experience. his attentiveness and hospitality made a significant difference, ensuring that we felt valued and well taken care of. additionally, the unexpected gesture of comping both the chocolate croissant and waffle was a generous and appreciated gesture, further demonstrating the establishment's commitment to customer satisfaction. despite the minor service issues, adam's outstanding service and the thoughtful gesture ultimately made for a memorable dining experience.

Really good eggs benny in a small hidden location in the west end. The restaurant is quite small so prepare for a bit of a wait if you arrive after 10:30am. They offer gluten free options which is great to see! One thing to note is that there are only two or so parking spots outside (2 hour parking) and the streets nearby are permit only.

Greenhorn Cafe in Vancouver is a hidden gem bursting with flavor. Their friendly staff adds to the welcoming atmosphere, making every visit a pleasure. What sets Greenhorn apart is their unique takes on classics, like their unforgettable Croque Madame, the best I've ever had. If you're craving a culinary adventure, Greenhorn Cafe is the place to be.

food is delicious if only it would come out in a timely manne.
ordered a Benny at 11:04 and didn't receive a single order of Eggs Benny till 11:48. Almost 45 minutes For poached eggs!
only when I asked for my order to be canceled & refunded at 11:45 was told it's coming/ 2 minutes later I get a cold Benedict with room temperature eggs!
At least if it just got off the stove, there be something to look forward to. But if only the staff were more attentive to customers rather than socializing with friends outside when your 20$ eggs Benny is sitting on the counter getting cold!
i love to support local, but with these experiences it's difficult to support green horn.
Stay away, or if you go, expect over an hour for your food to arriv.

I love this place. It's a staple spot for us, living in the west end we are so lucky to be able to walk here super easily. Expect a bit of a wait for a table at busy times- but it's worth the wait. Flat white is my go-to coffee (they also sell the beans!), love the brunch options too. I've had the lox bagel several times & crave it often. Would definitely recommend stopping by!

Accessibility note: the washrooms are on the second floor with only stair access, no elevator. Indoor tables on the first floor are on high stools.

Fantastic small breakfast centric cafe with a perfect balance of choices on the menu. I chose the granola which is much more elevated than one would expect. If ever there were a place to deserve fanfare for granola, this is it. Didn't leave a crumb. And the drip coffee was delicious.

Service was as good as any and the vibe was that of a place that is frequented by the regulars who live nearby in the West End.

Charming and almost perfect. I will return to explore the menu.

Wonderful neighborhood breakfast place. Great eggs Benedict of various types. Casual atmosphere.

We found this place which was a close walk from our hotel. There was a lineup but we were seated within 10-15 minutes. We sat indoors in the high ceiling main floor. The server was friendly and helpful.
I had the fresh OJ and my niece had a coffee. I had the vegan chickpea tuna on a gf baguette which was absolutely yummy and satisfying! My niece had the mushroom eggs Benny which she enjoyed. Most people were ordering variations of the Benny so it must be one of their more popular brunch items.
They sell some limited grocery items on the upper level.