Nelson the Seagull Cafe
Nelson the Seagull Cafe
Dairy-Free Options
Gluten-Free Options
Limited Cafe Seating
#36 – Naartji-eh Creamsicle
Available July 1 – August 4, 2026
An orange, or as South African’s say, Naartjie (pronounced Naart-chee), and coconut creamsicle drink! Made with freshly squeezed orange juice mixed with coconut water, sweetened with maple syrup, and topped with a coconut cream.
Dairy-free and gluten-free friendly.
🇨🇦 Why Canadian? Pulling from their founders’ South African upbringing, the cafe created a drink based on fresh oranges – one of the country’s most important crops. As we can’t grow citrus ourselves, you probably thought our oranges all came from California or Florida, but nope. Canada imports approximately 42,758,700kg (94,250,000 lbs) of oranges from South Africa annually, and they usually arrive on our grocery shelves in summertime. 🍁
Gastown
Location: 315 Carrall St., Vancouver
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., daily
Tel: 604-681-5776
Nelson the Seagull Bakery & Cafe is nestled in the vibrant and historic neighbourhood of Gastown. Since 2011 this family-run business has specialized in sourdough bread, brunch and coffee. Located in one of Vancouver’s oldest heritage buildings, this spot is a brunch/lunch oasis for everyone and anyone. While you’re there, look around carefully and you might just spot the owners’ South African heritage sprinkled throughout.