Brioche Urban Baking & Catering in Vancouver, BC

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Telephone:	+1 604-682-4037
Website:	www.brioche.ca
Address:	401 W Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1E5 Downtown, Gastown
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:	240 ft50036 370 ft50639 400 ft50962
Categories:	Italian

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Takes Reservations	Yes
Delivery	No
Take-out	Yes
Accepted Cards	Credit, Debit
Good For	Lunch
Parking	Street
Bike Parking	Yes
Wheelchair Accessible	Yes
Good for Kids	Yes
Good for Groups	Yes

Attire	Casual
Ambience	Casual
Noise Level	Average
Alcohol	Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating	Yes
Wi-Fi	Free
Has TV	No
Dogs Allowed	No
Waiter Service	No
Caters	Yes

Today

Today	7:00 am – 9:30 pm
Local time (Vancouver)	–

Business hours

Monday	7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday	7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Wednesday	7:00 am – 7:30 pm
Thursday	7:00 am – 9:30 pm
Friday	7:00 am – 9:30 pm
Saturday	7:00 am – 9:30 pm
Sunday	7:00 am – 8:00 pm

Description

Specialties

Traditional homemade Italian with a West Coast Flare.

Brioche is a homemade operation-We roast our own meats and scratch bake our delicious pastries. Our pasta sauces, salad dressings and bread varieties are also all made in-house from scratch too!

We specialize in custom catering using our in-house menu to bring new eloquence to the table for any event. Gone are the days of simple catering, with Brioche the restaurant is brought to you through service with beautiful Italian platters, gourmet selections and the ability to create a menu based on your own personal preferences. We are a favorite to many executives within Vancouver and we pride ourselves on our approachable family-like service. Please call and talk to our catering manager to discuss your wedding, anniversary, landmark celebration or corporate needs over the phone or, pop into Brioche for a sampling! We look forward to meeting you!

History

Established in 2003.

Brioche opened its doors in Gastown circa 2003 with Italian owner and Head Chef Eduardo Bilardello. Since its inception, Brioche has served the Gastown community with the freshest Italian food using local ingredients and genuine Sicilian cuisine to bring authentic Italian to the table with a West Coast flare.

Meet the Business Owner

Eduardo B.

Business Owner

Head chef and owner Eduardo Bilardello began his culinary career in Sicily over 25 years ago. His Italian/West Coast style always amazes even the most particular of clients. The focus is on freshness, quality, and above all, flavour. And it can’t go without saying that Eduardo wouldn’t make you something to eat that Mama Pina in Palermo wouldn’t approve of!

He has an impressive resume that includes faculty membership at Italian and French cooking schools, Standfords Executive of the Year Award and local recognition as a teacher and community member.

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20 reviews of Brioche Urban Baking & Catering

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Courtney H.

Place rating: 1
Burnaby, Canada

I highly suggest you do not eat at this restaurant unless you like hair in your food every time or ham in your vegetarian food every time ! I have been going to this restaurant for months because its in the neighborhood and 7 out of 10 times there is either hair or meat in my vegetarian foods. When confronting the staff they are completely rude and unapologetic and say this happens. I had reminded the staff that this is an occurring thing and that they should change procedures and they completely said oh well it happens … defs dont recommend

Phil C.

Place rating: 2
Vancouver, Canada

I have been here about 3 times. I got the eggs benny one time and sandwiches the other two. I remember my avocado that came with my benny was half frozen and all brown. The prosciutto was also very cold and almost frozen. The prices here are pretty high. I never go here because I have given it many chances and it is always disappointing.

Mark S.

Place rating: 3
Tampa, FL

A rash of lack of seasoning and LONG WAITS greeted us just about wherever we went in Vancouver. but we got free cheesecake
It was a little eerie walking into Brioche in GasTown during our recent vacation in Vancouver. first of all it was a Saturday Morning on a holiday weekend so I expected a wait, but walked right in. It’s a very small place of about 10 tables. Order at the counter, take a number back to your table.
As we waited for our order we noticed that people that arrived after us got served while we still waited — not good — and very frustrating. After about 40 minutes of this? I finally asked someone who said that the «printer was broken but he just got here». As we waited and watched more people get served we noticed one other table that had apparently been skipped — it actually looked like they decided to keep up with current orders and just fill ours as they had time since it was already late.
Once again during our trip to Vancouver the food arrived and was unseasoned. As a recompense for the LONG wait — an hour by the time we ate I think — we got free cheesecake! Also not awesome though.
This place got 3 starts from us only because it seemed the ingredients were fresh, it had a cool vibe and maybe on a regular day when everything is working right they’ll be more efficient.

M B.

Place rating: 1
Vancouver, Canada

Called for delivery on just-eat for a french toast order with extra bacon and a egg and bacon breakfast order. The extra bacon was no added in the first order, and the bacon in the second order was completely burnt. Called to complain but they were reluctant to refund. Will not order again.

Tanya B.

Place rating: 5
Vancouver, Canada

One of my favourite places to go near my office. In-house baking deliciousness and their large square slices of pizza are good value.

De K.

Place rating: 5
Vancouver, Canada

Mother’s day brunch was a success. Love the Eggs Benedict it’s always amazing, always! My hubby had a 5 item self made omelet and said everything was really fresh tasting and it was a good portion size. Coffee were delicious, as were the fresh squeezed juices. Drove from suburbia just to have their all-day breakfast and it was well worth it!

Chloe T.

Place rating: 5
Vancouver, Canada

Went there for dinner at the recommendation of a friend and the place didn’t disappoint. I really enjoyed my gnocchi with wild mushroom sauce. And our server Kegan *sp* was fantastic! Extremely friendly, nice and attentive. And their desserts looked delicious … Will most likely come again to try their brunch :)

Taymour Q.

Place rating: 5
Kensington, London, United Kingdom

Amazing sandwiches, lovely baked goodies and one of the smoothest coffees in town. Warm family service too.

Mary M.

Place rating: 5
Vancouver, Canada

This place is an absolute winner! My friend had the vegetable four cheese quiche and I the bot ceaser with prawns. Out of this world! I definitely want to return to this tasty place and check out other items on the menu. It’s an Italian place so I do want to check out some Italian dishes. The desserts look pretty amazing too!

Jen B.

Place rating: 4
Downtown, Vancouver, Canada

This is one of my favorite places to get a roast beef sandwich made with REAL roast beef.
The bistro is located on Cordova street, heading towards Gastown. It’s a good sized bistro, however during the lunch hour it would be very difficult to find seating for a large group.
I believe everything is baked onsite. Muffins, pastries and breads. Everyday they have a different lunch specials. Today I believe it was Surf n’ Turf.
I like this joint because it’s not noisy and thankfully (clapping hands) NO TV! I don’t think it would be the best place to bring children especially if using a stroller. If you are in a rush for lunch you may want to go someplace else not because service is slow it just gets REALLY busy over the lunch hour.
I love the home-like feel of this place. The food is cooked, real food which is a nice change from the food warming, dehydrated gruel usually found in the food courts.
Don’t for get to check out the chalkboard door for their specials of the day. I believe it changes everyday.
I highly recommend!

Meghna G.

Place rating: 2
Fremont, CA

Stopped by to get a dessert and coffee but was not too impressed. I decided to get a tiramisu and a latte. The tiramisu looked good on the outside but was really dry. It had too much cocoa powder and the entire dessert + ladyfingers was not fresh at all and almost inedible. On top of that I paid 7 $ just for the tiramisu and was totally not worth the price. Latte was alright.

Andrew T.

Place rating: 5
Vancouver, Canada

I just found Brioche via Unilocal and all I can say is… Thank you Unilocalers… this place rocks. I had the trio ravioli with bolognese and a 1664 Blanc… Damn tasty!!!

Alexandra S.

Place rating: 4
New Westminster, Canada

Came here during lunch time for a quick fix. It’s a small, but quite lovely, little café. The seating is a bit limited, so I saved a table while my co-workers stood in line to order.
They both got different pasta dishes which they really enjoyed. I opted for a small soup and a small salad. Together, they were quite filling and they were both really good. The only reason I’m giving Brioche 4 stars instead of 5 was because I found a Mandarin orange in my Greek salad. That definitely shouldn’t have been there and I’m not sure how it ended up in it.
I definitely want to try the pasta the next time I’m here.

Kirstin P.

Place rating: 4
Chicago, IL

SUCH a nice option for a coffee and/or quick bite. Visiting for a conference and it was refreshing to find good, filling food reasonably priced (grad student budget, y’all!). I have made this a habitual stop on my way downtown. The black bean soup is nice, filling, and flavorful and can make a good, solid lunch option with a drink for under 10CAD. Their paninis are also great — recently had the prosciutto and bocconcini on focaccia and you got a good amount of prosciutto over warmed, melty cheese. Again, for less than 10CAD. They also have a good selection of pastries, deserts, and pastas though I haven’t tried them… yet.
There is not a ton of seating, so if it’s busy it can be an issue as tables are limited and close together. However, it’s an excellent option for a quick to-go or seating solo or with a small group (2−3…more than four might be difficult). Buon appetito!

Andres R.

Place rating: 5
Liberty Village, Toronto, Canada

Really aeesome paninis, try the roastbeef and gorgonzola and the ham, brie and mushrooms

Joanne P.

Place rating: 5
New Westminster, Canada

Awesome fresh food really cute place lots of atmosphere had the Greek and green bean salad awesome and fresh ingredients with a delightful dressing, pizza was huge and delicious also had the fresh tarragon chicken salad and a friend had the chicken tortellini with Alfredo sauce. This place is a gem nestled in the heart of Gastown we will be back

MaryAnna F.

Place rating: 5
Denver, CO

Yum! We are visiting from Denver and were looking for some place close to our hotel for breakfast & found Brioche. We were not disappointed and, in fact, may go back tomorrow on our way out of town! We each had something different — French Toast, Smoked Salmon & Egg on a Croissant & an omelette — and all were divine! Even the coffee came with warmed milk; a pleasant surprise!
We sat next to the dessert case & spent time discussing what we would eat first if we got locked in over night. It was hard to decide — everything looked so good!
We would highly recommend breakfast here … And a dessert to go!

Sarah Y.

Place rating: 4
Coquitlam, Canada

Delicious food that is reasonably priced. Quick service, too, which makes it a good lunch option when you’re on the go.
***Vegetarian and vegan friendly. Harder to find vegan options, but the staff is willing to adapt your order to make it vegan friendly (e.g., no cheese).

Josiah P.

Place rating: 5
Fresno, CA

Found this spot on a walking food tour of Gastown. Excellent food. The portions are huge.
Go for the gnocchi with wild mushroom sauce. You won’t be disappointed.
Will be back to Brioche next time I visit Vancouver.

Catarina L.

Place rating: 4
Dublin, Republic of Ireland

Let’s start with the most obvious thing about this place: the portion size: o
I couldn’t believe my eyes when the biggest French toast I’ve ever seen was brought to the table. I was hungry, and besides that french toast covered in maple syrup was delicious, but I couldn’t get past half the second slice.
My boyfriend sitting across from me got the eggs and bacon classic breakfast, another huge plate. For him it felt like Christmas. Because, like Christmas, the food is great but you end up soooo full, since you can’t stop yourself from overeating.
Both of our orders had a side of fresh fruit, which I really liked.
Other than that, I loved the cozy interior, decorated with colourful and picturesque artwork. Staff was very nice and we didn’t have to wait too long for the food.
Perfect breakfast or brunch spot!