Empire Espresso

Veg Options Cafe, Vegan Waffles, Plant Milk

★ 4.6 · $ · Hours

Coffee/TeaQuick BitesBrunchRelaxWork/Study

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the vegan waffles with vegan butter and maple syrup" "Try the vegan waffles with vegan butter and maple syrup"
"Enjoy the vegan pumpkin spice latte made with homemade cashew milk"
"Ask about vegan chia pudding granola cups for a tasty treat"
"The housemade cashew milk is worth trying in your coffee drinks"
"Expect a chill vibe with friendly and knowledgeable baristas"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  latte, chia pudding, waffle latte — popular (×3)
chia pudding — popular (×2)
waffle — popular (×3)
waffles — popular (×3)
scone — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, many vegan options, nice atmosphere friendly staff ×5
many vegan options ×2
nice atmosphere ×2
gluten free options
plenty of seating
 

Empire Espresso is a cozy coffee shop offering a chill vibe and a unique upstairs record store. It features friendly baristas and a variety of housemade vegan treats such as waffles, chia pudding, and pastries alongside excellent espresso drinks made with cashew and other plant milks. The venue is popular for its vegan pumpkin spice latte and gluten-free waffle options, making it a welcoming spot for casual coffee meetups in the Columbia City neighborhood.