The Story Cafe - Eatery & Bar

Name: The Story Cafe - Eatery & Bar
Address: 2800 Sexsmith Rd, Richmond, BC, Canada, V6X 1V5
Telephone: (604) 697-8679
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1204 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary American

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The origin of The Story Café emerged from the mantra “There is a story in everything”
So in 2018 when we fell upon a 30 year old warehouse, we saw the potential to transform the abandoned space into a warm, hospitable, unique eatery. Through consistent innovation, research and dedication we managed to blend our affinity for coffee, music, food and antique into a ambient mélange of vintage and nostalgia. Today, we proudly present our eatery to newcomers and are considered a staple in the Richmond community!

We are excited to share with you that our restaurant has been voted for the OpenTable Diners’ Choice 2023 award for multiple categories in Vancouver! This prestigious award is a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences and top-notch service to our customers.

Vancouver / British Columbia best for : Live Music and Contemporary American
Vancouver Suburbs best for : HotSpot

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 2, 2023

7:00 p.m.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Steakhouse, Breakfast
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 8:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Daily 9:00 pm–11:30 pm
Phone number
(604) 697-8679
Website
http://thestory.cafe/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
The Owner
Private party facilities
Please contact us for private event at reservation@thestory.cafe

Location
2800 Sexsmith Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 1V5
Neighbourhood
Richmond
Cross Street
Sexsmith and Beckwith Road, there is a public parking cross the road.
Parking Details
All street parking are available for customers. Paid parking crossroad.
Public Transit
1 minute walk from Bridgeport Skytrain Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

50% off all bottle wine on Tuesday and Wednesdays!
Multiple dates available
Sun - Mon - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.,Tue - Thu - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.,Fri - Sat - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Enjoy the 50% off all bottle wine on Tuesday and Wednesdays! All day
Good deals everyday at Happy hour 3-5 & 9:30-close
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 9:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Enjoy the good deals we provide to the neighborhood

Popular dishes

My Way$18.00
Two eggs, choice of bacon, sausage or ham, two waffles with whipped cream and side of fresh fruit. Served with house made hashbrowns
"The Beatles" English Breakfast$19.00
Two eggs, sausages, maple bacon, roasted grape tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, baked beans, and choice of toast. Served with house made hashbrowns
Fly Me to the Bennies$19.00
Homemade Hollandaise sauce on two poached eggs. Choice of bacon, prosciutto, or smoked salmon (+$2) on English muffin, side of fresh fruits. Served with house made hashbrowns
Titanic$20.00
Homemade Hollandaise sauce on two poached eggs. Choice of bacon, prosciutto, or smoked salmon (+$2) on house made scones, side of fresh fruits. Served with house made hashbrowns
Fried Chicken Bennies$20.00
Toasted English muffin, arugula, fried chicken, soft poach egg, hollandaise sauce side of fresh fruit. Served with house made hashbrowns
Crab Cake Bennies$24.00
Famous housemade crab cakes, sautéed spinach, Hollandaise sauce on two poached eggs, side of fresh fruits. Served with house made hashbrowns
Pork Belly and Bean Cassoulet$22.00
Braised pork belly, housemade baked beans, chorizo sausage, grilled roma tomato, sunny side up eggs, french bread. Served with house made hashbrowns
Duck Confit Hash and Chilli-Fried Eggs$25.00
Duck leg confit, red onions, green chilli, flat-leaf parsley, blueberry sauce hashbrown, sunny side up egg. Served with house made hashbrowns
Steak and Eggs$29.00
6oz certified Angus ribeye steak, sunny side up eggs, mushroom, grilled roma tomato. Served with house made hashbrowns. 100% Fresh Angus Beef
Egg in Purgatory$19.00
3 eggs baked in a rich tomato sauce filled with mozzarella, bratwurst sausage, cherry tomatoes, basil leaves, and Parmesan. Served with thick cut country-style bread
Surf & Turf Gno & Cheese$25.00
Scallops, buttermilk marinated fried chicken thigh, mac and cheese style gnocchi, sunny side up egg
Fried Chicken and Waffles$19.00
Buttermilk marinated fried chicken with two waffles, garnished with whipped cream, honey and fresh fruit
Chicken French Toast$20.00
Brioche bread dipped in coconut custard, buttermilk fried chicken, garnished with pickled red onion and jalapeño honey
Pulled Pork French Toast$19.00
Brioche bread dipped in coconut custard, topped with arugula, BBQ pulled pork, poached egg, maple BBQ sauce and pickled red onion
Avocado Toast$17.00
Fresh avocado topped with mushrooms, housemade grape tomato salsa, goat cheese, with a side of greens
Asparagus Garden$17.00
Grilled asparagus, half avocado, grape tomatoes, beets, orange segment, walnuts, honey, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, two sunny side up eggs
Savory Breakfast Bowl$20.00
Fried potatoes, sautéed spinach, fresh tomatoes, half avocado, prawns, salsa, topped with a poached egg

Brunch Add Ons

Add on Extra Sauce$1.00
Add an Egg / Cheese / Cherry Tomatoes / Toasts$2.00
Add Bacon / Sausages / Ham / Half Avocado$3.00
Add Hashbrowns / Prosciutto$4.00
Add Waffles / French Toasts / Smoked Salmon$5.00
Add Grilled / Fried Chicken Breast$7.00
Add 6oz Angus Ribeye Steak$18.00
Sub Meat for Avocado$1.50

Pastries

Scones

Cinnamon / Raspberry Chocolate / Cheese & Chives$3.50

Croissants

Plain$3.50
Almond / Hazelnut Chocolate$5.50
Chocolate$4.00
Ham & Cheese$4.25
Pistachio Croissant$5.95

Danish

Blueberry / Raspberry$4.25

Other

Chocolate Cookies$1.75
Donut$2.50

Desserts

Add housemade Strawberry, Blueberry or Chocolate sauce +$1

Richmond Cheesecake / Traditional Tiramisu$10.00

Coffee & Tea

Add espresso shot +$2, iced +$0.75. Milk options: misto +$0.50, almond, soy +$0.75, oat milk +$1.25. Add Hazelnut, Vanilla +$0.50, Caramel +$1

Coffees

Espresso$3.75
Macchiato$4.50
Freshly Brewed (Medium / Dark Roast)$3.95
with 1 refill
Americano$4.25
Cappuccino / Latte / Dirty$5.50
Mocha$5.95
Cold Brewed$6.00

Milk Drinks

Classic Chai Latte$5.25
Rooibos Chai Latte$5.50
Chocolate$4.50
London Fog$5.50
Milk$3.00

Organic Teas (By Pot)

English Breakfast$6.95
Peppermint$6.95
Earl Grey$6.95
Jasmine$6.95
Iced Assam Tea$5.00
Lemon Iced Tea$5.50

Beverages

Juice

Orange Juice / Cranberry / Apple$5.00

Wake Up Drinks

Tequila Sunrise
- Single$10.00
- Double Shot$14.00
Classic Caesar
- Single$10.00
- Double Shot$14.00
Pick Me Up
- Single$10.00
- Double Shot$14.00
Espresso Martini
- Single$10.00
- Double Shot$14.00
Irish Coffee
- Single$10.00
- Double Shot$14.00
Spiked Lychee Ice Tea$14.00
Mimosa$10.00
White / Red Sangria$13.00

Healthy Hot Drinks

Lemon Hot Water$1.00
Honey Lemon Hot Water$2.00
Cinnamon Apple Cider$5.50

What 1,204 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Vancouver / British Columbia
Contemporary American
Vancouver Suburbs
Great for live music

1,204 Reviews

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Hawaiilover
Seattle
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great experience. Food was amazing. Definitely returning in the future.
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BennyG
Vancouver
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and drinks and love the live entertainment. Will definitely go back.
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Kyori
Vancouver
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food5service1ambience4
The service here was always bad. It seems like all the servers and busser weren't really trained for a fine dine restaurant. I was celebrating my 40th birthday with my family and didn't receive any desserts at all.
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NeilB
Vancouver
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
It's a small restaurant in a commercial area. Still, the food is excellent. As noted on the reservation, it was my second visit to the restaurant for an anniversary dinner. When seated, the server said you have two hours to dine. I get it, but give customers a chance to enjoy the experience before calling time.
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Springskier
Exclusive
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Lamb shank special was tasty. Serve personnel on the ball.
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BettyW
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Foods are great, very fresh and tasty. Impressed by the Penny Bay oysters, so fresh and sizes are big, chef, good pick! That was my second time having the hot seafood platter, highly recommend to others! Escargot was great too! By the way, the lobster gnocchi was stunning, not only the big lobster on the top, chef also put lobster meat together with the gnocchi, good job! Good choice for the background music, we love the 80s love songs, so match with the vibe!
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Jmoj
Vancouver
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience2
Tonight‘s experience was extremely disappointing from the start. The disappointment continued when ordering my second choice, which was the lobster gnocchi, since the salmon burger was unavailable as well as a clam chowder. Both the lobster and gnocchi were extremely salty and had to be returned as it was not edible. Continuing now with option number three I had ordered the wild mushroom soup and the carbonara. My friends and I asked the waitress if there’s any bread with the soup and was told no, but can have a couple slices of bread which we received and was disappointed was charged $1 a slice for plain bread! I also asked the waitress if the heat could be turned on since it was outdoor seating and that too was forgotten. Very poor experience over all!
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KLam
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Beautiful decoration. Very nice service and love the birthday dessert. Thank you so much
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VancityPaul
Vancouver
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Absolutely love this place, will definitely be back.
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BMac
Vancouver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
A one-of -kind location; unique decor, great food, and friendly service. A little more expensive than my average eat out, but will definitely be going again.
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JessiP
Vancouver
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a difference a server makes. This was a night a day difference from our first visit. Made a note on open table we were celebrating a 65 birthday and cheesecake was brought compliments of the restaurant. The food was again very very good. Thank you.
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JayH
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Had a blast at Thursday night’s HK Pop, recommend to book your dinner reservation around 8pm, otherwise there is a minimum spend per head which may be hard to meet if only ordering drinks, just FYI
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Liddy
Vancouver
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Overall an enjoyable dinner and mid-week evening out. Location was difficult to find and staff was .ost gracious in excusing us for running late.
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WayneH
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was fabulous. Service was very good. Enjoyed the decor
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JeffS
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
Completely forgot about the birthday celebration when it came time for the dessert...I even called ahead to make the special request.
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EsterC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Excellent food, tastefully presented, in an unexpected location. Perfectly cooked fish, for once! The service is friendly and efficient, too. We also liked the special offer on wine by the bottle on Tuesday. The Story Cafe has become our place to eat whenever we have a stopover at Vancouver airport. Book ahead, because it’s full every night!
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Gourmand55
Vancouver
100 reviews
vip
5.0
100 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another terrific meal at Story Cafe! I had the duck, perfectly cooked, served with a delicious blackberry sauce. My wife had the pasta special, Pesto Rigatoni, and loved it. We shared the excellent creme brulee. 1/2 price on a bottle of wine was the cherry on top! We will definitely be back!
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Edmond
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
For a restaurant, food is very important, the food were only warm when they served and the table is too small for two people, We had mussels, the table didn’t have space to put a bowl for the shells.
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Maxx
Vancouver
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
The light at side wall should be dimmer, and that will be perfect !
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GordT
Vancouver
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Ambiance was very nice, decorated well & good background music. No wait, sat us down right away. Server asked us for drinks as we were sitting down. Food was okay, but not great. My wife had Linguine Vongole and she said it was very good, but pasta could have been cooked a bit more. I had the Linguine Carbonaro and is was average at best. Sticky & somewhat mushey. Taste wasn't decent though. Server was good & attentive but could be more knowlegable with respect to the wine list. Didn't know if they had a house wine & wasn't sure about the first selection I asked about. A bit more training would be an asset. We in general are not fussy, so in general I would say it was good.
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LHDddddddd
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Good food. Good ambiance. Easy to find free parking.
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JessiP
Vancouver
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Overall this is indeed a gem in the rough. The food and service was very good and the only reason i have service a 4 star was because i had clearly mentioned my wife and I were celebrating our anniversary and after an awesome dinner and service she had to go and ask us "are you celebrating something or just a Sunday evening out"? Really do restaurants not read the reservation details? That aside, I honestly feel this was an exceptional dinner date. We will certainly visit again and celebrate more occasions. Hopefully they wo do better next time.
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SolomonW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic restaurant in a central location. My only slight complaint was the external noise but overall my family thoroughly enjoyed the ambiance and experience.
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KatrinaB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall3food4service1ambience4
Had a group reservation for a birthday dinner with friends, only to be told that there is a minimum $65 spend per person. Money is not a problem but who the heck does not notify the group of this at the time of booking?! Insanity.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our server was so attentive and efficient. We were a party of four and requested a change in table and was granted. Server always smiling when she comes to our table and this made a very welcoming experience. More power to Story Cafe!
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NShafiq
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The steak bites are a favorite with the children and grandparents in my family :) we love both the risottos too!
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SteveH
Vancouver
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Excellent food and service. Poor placement for us by the front door though
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Michelle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went there with my boyfriend to have dinner . This time no love music but I want to come back
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Julie
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing, best dinner I have had in a long time. Servers were attentive and very friendly. Can't wait to go back!
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was so good. All the dishes we ordered was superb! The staff were so nice, the ambiance was very calm and comforting💖
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AngelaA
Vancouver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our second time here and it was just as good as the first time!
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food is tasty, service is attentive. Noise level can be a little on the higher end. A hidden gem regardless, worth trying at least once. Some free street parking nearby. Reservation is strongly recommended.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience2
The music was way too loud. We were there at 4:00 and it was almost too loud to have a conversation.
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GeorgeL
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This our favourite place and Poki loves it too. We drive from Surrey to specifically come here.
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aws8
Anchorage
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Excellent night out … food was wonderful & service was able. I would prefer an investment to be made in training the service staff e.g. wine pairing suggestions etc, but remains a personal fave!
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Olivertheragdoll
Vancouver
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great drinks and delicious food and ambience . Lulu was a wonderful server. Only a 5 min walk from River Rock. Will go again.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good food, great services and live music. We celebrated our 20th anniversary last night and it was amazing experience. Thanks for the complimentary dessert. Thanks Daniel for the songs. Definitely coming back.
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KinHangM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favourite cafe for all time. I wish I can date my girl to here everytime.
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OpenTable Diner
Vancouver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 10, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food and ambience. Service was great too. I ordered a burger and beef bite. I think the price is reasonable.
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BillB
Raleigh
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
We really enjoyed our dinner at Story Cafe. I ordered the Duck breast and my wife ordered the Rack of Lamb. We did have a wine and appetizer. It was a light evening and everything was very very good. The service was excellent. The one comment that I saw as a critique from others is that they stated that the food was bland. The food is seasoned, however, I see their point, some of it is lightly seasoned. We do not have any issues with this as the flavor is all there. If one wants additional salt and or pepper, it is available. If you have not been, please give them a try, we really enjoyed it.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Story Cafe - Eatery & Bar using the Order Online button. The Story Cafe - Eatery & Bar also offers delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. The Story Cafe - Eatery & Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 697-8679.

The Story Cafe - Eatery & Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 1204 OpenTable diners.