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Lotus Cafe

140 7951 Alderbridge Way, Richmond BC V6X 2A4 · Food Service Establishment 1

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Details

Google rating
4.2 / 5 (8)

Opening hours

  • Friday11:30 AM–10:30 PM
  • Monday11:30 AM–7 PM
  • Saturday11:30 AM–10:30 PM
  • Sunday11:30 AM–10:30 PM
  • Thursday11:30 AM–7 PM
  • Tuesday11:30 AM–7 PM
  • Wednesday11:30 AM–7 PM

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Inspection summary

Lotus Cafe has been inspected 2 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since September 19, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 24, 2025, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 2 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Cleaning and sanitizing and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded once on October 24, 2025. For example: Potentially hazardous food is at a refrigerated temperature that keeps it safe to eat.

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on October 24, 2025. For example: All equipment, food contact surfaces, utensils, dishes & glasses used on the premises are washed and sanitized in a manner that removes contamination.

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded once on September 19, 2024. For example: Each employee demonstrates good personal hygiene and washes their hands as often as necessary to prevent the contamination of food.

About this data

These results come from Vancouver Coastal Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

2 inspections

  1. Routine

    2 infractions

    • Potentially hazardous food is at a refrigerated temperature that keeps it safe to eat.
      • Potentially hazardous food is not stored, displayed or transported at a temperature of 4°C or below.
    • All equipment, food contact surfaces, utensils, dishes & glasses used on the premises are washed and sanitized in a manner that removes contamination.
      • Sanitizing solution concentration is too low.
  2. Routine

    1 infraction

    • Each employee demonstrates good personal hygiene and washes their hands as often as necessary to prevent the contamination of food.
      • Hand washing station is obstructed or being used for other purposes.

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Reviews

Reviews provided by Google Maps
  • S L

    One of our favourite coffee shops in Vancouver. And we love their cheese cake and we have been purchasing birthday cheese cakes from them since last year. Highly recommend. You can order online. The only complaint is they open late in the day…cafe opens at 9am the latest but they open at 11:30 lol and opens late. Ok, because they offer the best coffee and cakes and pastries, we can wait.

  • Christopher Gen

    Good late night study spot, with the atmosphere being the best part. Relaxing and spacious with an aesthetic interior. Today I wanted to get in a nice study session and wanted to come during the day. Sometimes the wait can be 1hr + for a table. I'm studying with my friend and although she already ordered a cake the lady helping informed us on their 1 item per customer. I understand that cafes should prioritize paying customers when its busy if "freeloaders" are taking up space but with 10 tables available it wasn't busy at all, plus my friend did order a cake already. That itself wasn't too big of a deal but despite being asked for time to decide she came back 3 times within the next 5 minutes. Although it could be seen as being attentive, the manner in which she kept prodding came off as rude and pushy. I wasn't hungry at all and since she was so insistent I tried to order a latte. It turns out that their coffee machine was broken and she only told me when I tried to order. I've gotten their matcha and cakes before which are good but the prices are definitely a bit too high, not great value, especially for the size. I normally come at night on weekends and the barista Nick is great, always super welcoming and very helpful. This isn't supposed to be a scalding review or anything because truth be told their food isn't bad just a bit pricey. The only reason I updated this review was because of the experience today, I'll definitely come back on weekends and Nick's service alone is 5 ⭐️

  • Marie

    This was nicer than I expected. The staff were super friendly and made me feel welcome + I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. The tea was delicious and the matcha-yuzu pastry I tried was equally good. Bonus points for the comfortable seats and the ability to bring your laptop for work!

  • Han Yu

    Second time coming to Vancouver and I came to this shop again. My first time visiting, the cake was really good and not too sweet. Came back to Toronto and kept thinking about this place wanting to try the other cake flavours. Second time here, we ordered 2 cakes, matcha yuzu and rose lychee. The matcha was my favourite, it blends well with the yuzu jelly inside!

  • Eilleen Fernandez

    This café is my go-to spot, and every time I visit, I’m greeted with such kind and welcoming service. The cakes, pastries, and matcha are all amazing! Jessie is always so friendly and makes every visit even better. Highly recommend! 🤍

  • S L

    One of our favourite coffee shops in Vancouver. And we love their cheese cake and we have been purchasing birthday cheese cakes from them since last year. Highly recommend. You can order online. The only complaint is they open late in the …

  • Christopher Gen

    Good late night study spot, with the atmosphere being the best part. Relaxing and spacious with an aesthetic interior. Today I wanted to get in a nice study session and wanted to come during the day. Sometimes the wait can be 1hr + for a …

  • Marie

    This was nicer than I expected. The staff were super friendly and made me feel welcome + I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. The tea was delicious and the matcha-yuzu pastry I tried was equally good. Bonus points for the comfortable seats and the ability to bring your laptop for work!

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