Java House

A nice little neighborhood spot. They feature Panache coffee, just to let you know.
They seem to have all the liquid choices and baked goods that are considered mandatory these days. I’m not sure about the availabilty of wall sockets or if there is Wifi (sorry).
If you don’t like sitting in their venue, there is also an indoor courtyard they share with several other businesses. The service was quite friendly and quick. This strikes me as a place that gets a lot of regulars coming in. If this was still my ‘hood, no doubt I’d be one of them.

Stepped into Java House totally unplanned. I desperately needed some caffeine after stuffing my face full of tacos from next door. They may not serve some fancy-​ass coffee, like most of the Portland coffee joints, but whatever they are serving here is good. My cappuccino was strong and expertly made. Not to mention the people behind the counter were very friendly and helpful. I would happily return.

Best coffee shop in Vancouver! Coffee is delicious, staff is awesome!

Stopped here in between meetings for work. Great little spot! Service was incredible. I will definitely stop by again in the future.

I had been a Java House customer for 16 years before relocating for work. Cora and Lonnie and everyone working there understands hospitality. They are warm and welcoming and serve good coffee and food in an atmosphere that encourages you to linger. Great people with a great business celebrating 25 years in business; quite an accomplishment. Congratulations!

This is a great coffee shop. Really clean and really good coffee. I also had a pastry and it was so good. I’m defiantly coming back if I could give it a 4.5 I would. Not quite a five but almost there

This place can be really small sometimes it just depends on how you look at it but the last time I went it really was small air reminded me of only one kind of chocolate factory and how you would go down the hallway and everything would get really small and you get really big. Then I realized this was not Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory this was a coffee shop and I was left with just me and a cuppa coffee. Each person inside this coffee shop was most likely on Adderall because they did not move from their devices or books for literally hours. I thought that maybe it would be a good idea to buy them something to eat or drink so I went around and I gave my business card out and ask everybody if they would support me and my trip to Uganda. For some reason I never got any response.

Always a great place to meet clients or just hang out and enjoy some coffee. The staff is wonderful, and it is great to see a locally owned and operated coffee shop go head to head with Starbucks and outshine them in every way!

I love love love this place! Cora and her team are fantastic, and their coffee is marvelous.

The service is amazing and the atmosphere is perfect for a coffee shop. The staff will get to know you quickly, your drink will be ready as you step up,
and if you choose to stick around, they introduce you to others in the community. If you want to become a part of the Vancouver community… grab a cup and sit down for awhile.

I really hate to give local coffee shops a poor rating but the coffee is really bad. My latte tasted burnt. The people were really nice, but I can’t see myself returning for coffee again.

Maybe I stopped by on an off day but the cappuccino I was served was terrible. The brew was bitter and the foam was all over the place and like a bubble bath. It went straight into the garbage after one sip. On a good note the marionberry bran muffin I purchased was nice and moist and the folks working this morning were quite pleasant.

This place is as good as it gets. The owners Cora and Lonnie are really kind people, and they make delicious drinks & treats.
I just moved to Vancouver a couple months back, and checked out Java House one of the first days here. Fast forward to a couple months later, I walk in for another one of their amazing Chai Lattes, and Cora remembers who I am! I was stunned. She asked me how the new job is going, how I’m liking Vancouver/​Portland, etc. I was very, very impressed.
Beyond feeling like you’re actually connecting with somebody rather than the fast-​food feel you get at Starbucks, Java House has a great product as well. That is, they have probably a dozen or so different coffee beens from which you can choose. I’m not gonna lie, All those that I’ve tried have been pretty damn tasty.
Check this place out if you get a moment. Or, grab your laptop and work from here one morning. It’s a great place and you will feel like a regular.

I was looking for a coffee retreat after moving from Kansas City. The staff made me feel at home with warm smiles and great coffee. They always remember me and thank me for my business each time.

Great cappuccino and mocha. clean, modern, nice selection of beans to buy by weight. Nice open, naturally lit industrial space. Would definitely return.

If you want good coffee, good pastries, good vibes, java house is the place to go in downtown Vancouver. We live in Portland but we make the drive to Vancouver regularly just to visit the java house. The owners, Cora and Lonnie, have developed great rapports with their regular customers and always welcome newcomers with big smiles and fabulous service. My husband loves their coffee and I love their steamer with soy milk and that frothy foam topping with a sprinkle of cinnamon. All their beverages are tasty! We love to spend time in this cozy establishment.

I ordered a large coffee of the day and enjoyed it very much. The shop uses Panache roasters from Portland. They were serving a dark roast blend with silk in the name, but I can’t remember the whole thing. The service was surprisingly warm and friendly. Definitely a great neighborhood spot for getting good coffee but also for spending time chatting or relaxing.

I heart java house! My husband and I go there consistently for the good coffee, the charming ambiance and the friendly owners. They always greet us like dear friends and I love that.
This little place is the essence of the type of community I want to live in and be a part of. Annnd… they have a killer vegan banana walnut muffin…

I’m only able to visit Vancouver when I’m home for college holidays, but Java House is almost always the first stop I make. The lattes feature the coffee as they should and are not drowned out by sickly sweet syrup as is done at most chain coffee shops.
The tea selection is not extensive, but the loose-​leaf teas (the three I’ve tried) are excellent.
As mentioned in the other review, part of the reason I like this café is the conversation with the friendly owners and baristas. Also the glass windows lining the front provide a nice spot on the weekends to enjoy the sun and people watch :)

For nearly 20-​years, Java House has firmly stood its ground on the corner of Evergreen and Columbia. Between successfully competing with other local cafés and surviving the tragic Starbucks pandemic, I was intrigued to stop by and experience first hand what keeps this place thriving.
The very moment I set foot into the shop, I felt like I slipped into a sitcom. Between the general vibe and the regulars jump starting their morning with «the usual,» I couldn’t help but wonder if Java House was Vancouver’s equivalent of Cheers or perhaps a more appropriate comparison of Café Nervosa on Fraiser. Whatever the sitcom, I must have stuck out like a sore thumb, because after I ordered my latte, the cheerful barista working commented «Oh! This is your first time in!» Now, I will admit that I have a freaky memory when it comes to remembering names and faces, but even I was baffled how she knew this given how long the shop has been around. Quickly wiping the surprised look of my face, I said «Yes it is!» and the lady proceeded to thank me for stopping by and gave me a warm welcome.
After this random but much appreciated welcoming, my drink was ready and I was off to conquer my day with my caffeinated sidekick. With just my first sip, I began to understand why this place has been rockin’ the couve for so long. The combination of strong yet smooth coffee and a super faint (and not overly sugary) vanilla definitely fit the bill for my ideal yummy latte.
For kicks I went back on a Saturday morning to see if I would have a similar positive experience. Needing a java jumpstart to my day, I cut to the chase and ordered a cup of the daily house blend (Panache’s anniversary blend). As with my first experience the baristas working were super pleasant and I ended up with a mean cuppa jo. This time however, I stuck around to correct some papers while I enjoyed my bevy. To my surprise, this was a wonderful spot to get some work done, and as an added bonus it was a sunny day so the natural light/​caffeine combination put everyone in a wonderful mood.
Between the awesome drinks and friendly staff I now understand why this place has kept busy for so long. Java House defiantly earned a spot in my favorite Couve coffee shops, and I have a feeling it won’t take long before I become a usual like the rest of them!