Welcome to Bocca Café
Bocca Café, located in the charming Old City Quarter of Nanaimo, BC, is a must-visit spot for food lovers. Celebrated for its award-winning Nanaimo Bars, particularly the rich peanut butter variety, this café also serves delightful Umbria coffee. The inviting atmosphere features a mix of cozy seating, perfect for intimate conversations, and a lovely patio for sunny days. Customers rave about the freshly baked goods and satisfying lunch items, with an array of healthy options available. With its friendly staff and vibrant local charm, Bocca Café offers not just meals but a delightful culinary experience worth savoring.
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427 Fitzwilliam St #103, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3A9, Canada Hotline: +1 250-753-1797
Welcome to Bocca Café, a delightful culinary gem nestled in the heart of Nanaimo, British Columbia. Situated at 427 Fitzwilliam St #103, this charming café invites locals and visitors alike to indulge in a unique blend of enticing treats and comforting beverages. With a focus on the renowned Nanaimo bar, Bocca Café has quickly carved out a reputation for serving one of the best variations of this beloved Canadian dessert.
As you step inside, you're greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're enjoying a quiet moment alone or catching up with friends, the café boasts sufficient seating arrangements for both small groups and intimate gatherings. The soft background music sets the perfect tone for conversation, creating an environment that feels both relaxed and vibrant.
One of the standout features of Bocca Café is its commitment to quality ingredients. Customers rave about the rich Umbria coffee, a delightful companion to their delicious pastries. Many patrons have been enchanted by the variety of Nanaimo bars available—ranging from the classic to innovative flavors like peanut butter and turtle. The crust's perfect crunch, paired with a well-balanced cream layer that isn’t overly sweet, makes each bite a heavenly experience. As one reviewer noted, it’s a treat that pairs blissfully with their iced coffee, making it an ideal stop on a warm day.
For those seeking more than just sweets, Bocca Café offers a selection of healthy meal options, including sandwiches that never fail to impress. Customer reviews highlight the freshness of ingredients and the overall deliciousness of the food. Vegan options are abundant, catering to various dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone leaves satisfied.
However, patrons should be aware of the café's popularity, especially during peak hours. Waiting for your coffee or breakfast can be a common experience, but many agree that it's worth the wait for the quality of the food and drink served. The picturesque patio is an excellent spot to unwind and enjoy the view of the Old City Quarter, enhancing the overall dining experience.
In summary, Bocca Café is more than just a coffee stop; it’s a celebration of local flavors and beloved treats. With friendly staff eager to assist and a menu that invites you to explore its many offerings, this café should be on every food lover's list when visiting Nanaimo. From the award-winning Nanaimo bar to the healthy bites and comforting coffees, Bocca Café ensures that every visit is a delightful adventure.
On the Nanaimo Bar trail! The peanut butter one was so good that it could have ate the whole thing myself, but I shared. They serve Umbria coffee, which is yummy. They have some lunch items and were out of both strawberry and blackberry lavender Nanaimo bars. Sufficient tables for 2-4 people. Quiet music in background so it's great for conversation. Cute party of old city area with a cluster of shops to wander around.
Nice coffee stop, but when busy there's a long wait. I was not in a hurry but seemed odd to wait for full breakfasts to be cooked before I could even order a coffee and a muffin. Solutions to fix slow service for coffee and a muffin, really don't know but 5 stars for great coffee, great muffin and a nice patio on a nice day. Located beside the Fitzwilliam Gate in the Old City Quarter.
Lovely atmosphere, delicious coffee, incredible treats!! Definitely going back to try every single Nanaimo Bar they have there as they all sounded tasty!! I had an original Nanaimo Bar and a Nanaimo Bar Latte and I loved both immensely!! Highly recommended and will definitely be returning!!
Must try Nanaimo bar here. Peanut butter is what I recommend
Had the Nanaimo bars. Turtle and traditional. Paired perfectly with the cappuccino. Staff was friendly and courteous. Was a great treat after a long travel. BEST NANAIMO BAR EVER!!
Love this place. - staff are friendly and helpful. - food: I only tried sandwiches I guess and they always taste super good. Drinks: I tried few; green is good if you like celery juice. I don’t so I didn’t like it, but still was able to finish it with the sandwich. Other drinks are really good. There’s one with coconut, super good in summer, very refreshing. They have some healthy options that are tasty. - ambience; clean. This is a new photo of post-covid. Great measures. Only one customer at the order area. And tables are distanced. A great cafe for two people at a table, maybe not a group.
Out of the three places I’ve tried in Nanaimo this might be my favorite Nanaimo bar. It’s thinner, which means each bite had more balanced ratio of chocolate, cream, and crust. The crust has a nice mix of nuts and is perfectly crunchy (I believe it’s gluten free). The cream layer is not too sweet and overpowering either. Overall a delightful treat with iced coffee! My companion had a bagel sandwich which was delicious as well. Loved this cute little cafe.
Great little cafe in the Old Quarter shopping district of Nanaimo. I learned of this place because of their amazing award winning Nanaimo Bar. Since then I like the in house made baking and healthy meal options. Today was a huge apple muffin with big chunks of fresh apple as well as a homemade jalapeno cheese bagel. Both tasted great and enjoyed them. I notice a lot of vegan options so if you’re looking for that this would be a good place to consider.