The Bee's Knees Cafe
Established in 2015, The Bee's Knees Cafe is a community-rooted cafe and catering operation in central/south Nanaimo, notable for being one of the only spots on Vancouver Island to serve authentic Persian cuisine alongside espresso drinks and house-baked goods. Everything is made from scratch using locally sourced ingredients, with a strong commitment to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The cafe has grown to two locations and is a well-loved neighbourhood hub with outdoor seating.
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Contact
Address: 104-525 Third Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 1W8
Phone: 250-591-5250
Website: https://www.beeskneescafe.ca/
Required Criteria
?Bike parking or bike visibility
✓Water bottle refill
✓Washrooms
Amenities
TakeoutPacked lunchesWater without purchaseVegetarian / vegan / GF*Bike rack visible from insideCovered bike parkingPublic rack nearbyBike allowed inside/on patioDevice chargingE-bike chargingPumpWi-Fi
Vegetarian / vegan / GF: Sourcing page states 'Specializing in vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options'; About page notes 'Lots of Gluten free options available'; menu items are extensively labelled Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten free throughout.
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