It’s Kind of a Funny Story

It all started with three friends who bonded over their love for great coffee, community, and a shared passion for ringette. With a focus on making exceptional specialty coffee accessible to all fueled by teamwork and a vision for creating unique experiences, L'aromas journey began.

Even though coffee culture may seem complex as it evolves and branches out through the years, our goal has always been to foster an avenue without judgment or criticism, just unbridled excitement for all the great coffees and drinks there are to try! For our coffee connoisseurs out there, we roast favouring the coffee bean's natural notes, culminating in a flavour experience unrivalled in other industries.

As we continued to grow, we expanded our product selection, offering the best baked goods made with love and fresh every day.

Bakery

Following the steps of our roastery, L'Aromas Bakehouse began on the principle that simple is sometimes best. We exist to deliver simply delicious baked goods that taste incredible and will not give you anxiety when reading the ingredients deck. Natural components, time-tested techniques, and a happy work environment for our amazing bunch of bakers - all of this to provide you with a lovely product and an unforgettable experience.

The world moves so fast these days; we strive to help slow it down for a second to enjoy something delicious.

Growing in Community

Our journey took an exciting turn when we acquired Petras. Our first brick-and-mortar location solidified our ties with the local community and brought us to the next level as we held onto our essence. Today, L'aromas (formally Petra's) offers a cafe and bar experience with brunch and artisan dining, complete with beer, wine, and cocktails.

As we continued gaining popularity, we expanded by opening L'Aromas Coffee Ocean Park, followed by our location in Century Square, offering a unique experience with a blend of coffee, baking, and roasting, all under one roof. Our latest store opening was in Terra Nova, and we are excited to see it growing and winning the hearts and minds of the Richmond community.

L'Aromas started in the community and exists for the community.  We're here to enrich our city at both an individual and social level. Our locations are available for community events, and we love hosting music nights, showcasing local talent. We're committed to giving back, making unforgettable experiences that go beyond just coffee and food.