Mum's the Word, Commercial Drive
5 people recommendvia r/askvan6 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Most people who mention Mum's the Word on Commercial Drive recommend it. One diner likes its quirky, homey feel and often sees solo people working there, and another says the vegan sandwiches are good and calls it very cute. Two commenters give it as a short suggestion for a character-filled cafe, and a few note that it also operates a bar, so the vibe can vary.
Address
Mum's The Word, 1301 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3X5, Canada
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Treemere in r/askvan · Jul 2025taste
Says the vegan sandwiches are good and calls the place very cute.
- Mixedu/Saltylindz in r/askvan · Sep 2026ambience
Notes the place has couches but also operates a bar, so the atmosphere can vary.
- Recommendsu/CaptainIndependent35 in r/askvan · Oct 2026
Listed among cozy local cafés; notes it's also a bar.
- Recommendsu/Bogbody999 in r/askvan · Feb 2025ambience
Often sees solo workers there and likes its quirky, homey feel.
- Recommendsu/kimchisalad in r/askvan · Feb 2025
Offers a one-line suggestion of Mums the word.
- Recommendsu/lindsaytron in r/askvan · Feb 2025
Gives a bare suggestion of Mums the Word, with no added detail.
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Details last checked 14 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.