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A cute cafe to head over to when you want to work or study! Food options were alright, and did have a great vibe to it overall! Got the Smoked Salmon salad and it was subpar, would not go back for it! 6/10 recommend!
We came on a Saturday afternoon for a late lunch, and this place was bustling full. We had placed ourselves on the waitlist while driving here and had wait for around 20 minutes before being seated as they were completely packed. We're definitely recommend using the waitlist function so it cuts down on your wait time. We got the Duck Benedict and the Chicken Waffles. Both were freshly prepared and well-made, and were great brunch items. Service was a little slow, but understandable due to it being so busy.
If it was no the coffee that was up to standard, I would have given zero star. The service was just poor. Two groups waiting in line at the very small and narrow entrance while the staffs did not even bother to clean up the few tables with guests already left. The group before me waited for 30 minutes just waiting someone to clean the empty tables so that they could sit. Definitely not planning to visit again.
I always get their chicken and waffles, it's soooo good!! Recently tried their French toast and it was also very yummy. I always get some type of latte or coffee drink when I come here because their coffee is so strong. Always hits the spot! The cafe is pretty small though so expect a bit of a wait if you go on weekends.
A busy brunch location that serves a rather small menu of bennys, spaghetti and a couple other dishes. I have been to their Richmond hill location and this is the first time at the Markham one. There is less seating in this location, but the service seems better. The servers allow us to wait by the bar seats before claiming 1of 6 tables in the establishment, or you can choose to just eat at the bar tables. Sausage egg benny - An egg benny with a breakfast sausage on an English muffin with a side of potatoes and salad. Salad was good. Potatoes were over fried and was not seasoned as well as I remembered. The sausage benny on English muffin combination was a bit disappointing. The muffin felt soggy and heavy didn't contribute anything to the combination. The sausage was well seasoned and didn't feel too oily which was nice. On the egg benny was also good, but didn't mesh well with the sausage. Individual components on its own was good, together it was disappointing. Alchemy is a great place to try with unique dishes, but their menu hasn't changed since my last visit. Unlikely to visit either locations again due to the lack of innovation with their dishes.
Came by for a coffee the other day and it was a decent experience. Parking was available in the private lot. The windows could use a deep clean though... Ordered a mocha at the counter and it was decent. Despite using whole milk, the mocha tasted a touch watery. The chocolate wasn't too sweet and quite tasty. The latte art was great, temperature of the drink was good and the foaming was perfect. ~$6 after tax for a mocha. Cash and debit card accepted.
Fresh and tasty, massive amounts and colorful. The owner is a very polite and generous man and takes pride in his work. Small sociable and cozy place.
Alchemy coffee is a cute brunch spot. I came here with some friends for a Saturday brunch. We signed up for the online waitlist and got a spot within 5-10 minutes. They have some tables as well as some bar seating. We were sat at the bar but that worked for us. I got the duck benny with a matcha latte. The matcha latte was pretty good. The duck benny was good as well but I wish the duck itself was a little more flavourful. The benny came with potatoes and salad.
Alchemy Coffee 4361 Hwy 7 Unit 1, Unionville, ON This little cozy cafe is def one of my fav brunch places and certainly a neighbourhood Featuring brunch dishes with a bit of a twist - they have an extensive menu that caters to every craving! From pork belly to chicken/duck waffles , to pasta and duck/shrimp Benny, there is something for everyone! Their coffees and lattes are also spot on and they do also have tea lattes (London fog, matcha) as well They do get busy but I love how they have a Yelp waitlist so that I don't have to head there until my table is almost ready. Not the most kid friendly space since it's such a small capacity but they do have a second location in Richmond hill with a bigger space!
I came here for coffee as I had been here a few times in the past. I had good experiences before. As I was waiting for my lattes, I was looking at the meals coming out. Eggs Benedict was what most people were ordering, presentation looked really nice, meals are $15 and above. My lattes came, but unfortunately my latte didn't taste the way I remembered it to be, coffee flavour wasn't strong enough, it seemed as if the portion of coffee wasn't enough, too much milk to coffee ratio. I'm hoping the next time I come back it will be back up to par as before.
3.5 Alchemy what happened? Used to be so amazing!! Came on a rainy weekend and so glad they have the Yelp waitlist so we were able to get a place in line while on the way to the cafe. We got seated at a table by the door and their coffees are great as usual. I ordered a houjicha latte and it was a perfect sweetness level. Our table got two variations of their eggs benny (smoked salmon and house made sausage patty) and the chicken and waffles. The chicken and waffles arrived at the table first and the chicken was fried well and super crispy. The waffles were very light, airy and more crispy than expected and not sweet at all (they do provide a small cup of syrup). The poached eggs on the bennys were very disappointing on this occasion. They were over cooked and not runny at all :( I did enjoy the home made sausage patty though and it did have a slight spicy kick. Overall, I hope this was a one off experience regarding the eggs and that next time I can get some oozing egg yolk!!
Alchemy use to be my go to cafe but their quality went down. Came here on a weekday morning and it wasn't too busy but the food still arrived cold. The potatoes were cold not crispy at all and the Benedict was over cooked, no runny yolk. We also got the chicken and waffles. The chicken was juicy but no flavour. I think they rely on the sauces which tasted like bottled Thai sweet sauce.
Alchemy has always been an amazing brunch spot with savory takes on some standard brunch items, in addition to their own creations. The staff is very kind and service is very quick. Love the natural colour decor to give it a very warm and welcoming rustic feel.
9 years ago
Want to grab a bite before I start my day and so went to Alchemy Coffee, a restaurant that I used to like to visit but haven't been there for a while. Arrived before 9:00 am on a Saturday and it's not as crowded as it usually is on Sunday. Matcha Tea Latte (score 5/5) It is warm and is slightly sweet. It has a rich taste of matcha and milk. It tastes delicious and keeps my body warm. Eggs Benny - Smoked Salmon (score 5/5) It comes with green salad and potatoes on the side. The green salad is so refreshing and sweet. The outside of the potato is very crispy and yet the inside is soft. Have no idea how they could cook it this way but it's really yummy !! The eggs are perfectly done. The egg white is soft and the egg york bursts out when I poked it with my fork. There are thin slices of mushroom and slices of smoked salmon between the egg and the bun which added texture and sensation when chewing. Matcha Affogato (score 5/5) Mmmmm!!! It's fantastic!! It has milk at the bottom with vanilla ice cream on top and showered with matcha sauce. It is an excellent dessert after breakfast. This is a new item on the menu and I highly recommended. read more
Came in on a Saturday morning for a quick coffee, but upon seeing the delicious menu posted up on the huge chalkboard, I had to change my plans. Completely torn between some top choices, like the smoked salmon eggs benny, the braised pork belly on open faced omelette, pancakes.....some solid brunch choices! The setup is a "seat yourself" style, and pay for your food at the counter. Works well with the hipster vibe. I got there around 10:30am, and joined the line-up that went out the door. Happily chatting with my friend in line, it passed by quickly. Pro Tip - run up and order a coffee first, and drink while you wait! We ordered at the front, and seated ourselves on the counters by the corner. I picked the Braised Pork Belly open faced omelette and was not the least bit disappointed. Paired with my coffee, it was the perfect brunch amount! Lots of flavour, but won't kill you with the sodium. Had a bite of my girlfriend's benny and was also impressed. Overall a great little uptown brunch spot, especially for those who don't want to make the trek all the way down to Liberty Village scene. Parking was a bit of a mess, being a small plaza...Subway next door also appropriated a good number of spots, so beware of that. There's also the option of parking on the residential street behind the restaurant, and walking over. read more
7 years ago
Really good coffee with a chill and relaxing environment . I would highly recommend to come here read more
I got the pork belly omelet (because I love eating pork belly), and a vanilla steam. I thought the pork belly was good, just that the pork belly had favour, but the egg at the bottom was missing some favour. The vanilla steam was good though. The people there are very welcoming and nice, they also provide free wifi. The only downside would be that the area is kind of small so if there is a busy day, you might have a hard time looking for a spot to sit and eat. read more
9 years ago
This is a great brunch place in Markham. I got the Eggs Benny with peameal bacon and the buttermilk pancake to share. The Eggs Benny was good, pretty standard. I really liked the buttermilk pancake, it was fluffy and it came with condensed milk instead of your regular maple syrup. There were also cornflakes on the the pancakes which gave it a good crunch. We got the Matcha latte, flat white and chai tea latte. I wasn't a fan of the chai tea latte. But the flat white and matcha latte was really good. If you come make sure to get here early or be ready to wait. This place isn't very big and it fills up pretty quickly on the weekends. read more
Alchemy popped up on my feed of places to try and it was a great suggestion! Thoroughly enjoyed my brunch here despite having to wait a bit before getting a seat. This place is self serve in terms of seating. I tried the Eggs Benny with the peameal bacon, spinach and avocado spread and it was delicious! The egg was very well and the dish was very satisfying with the accompanying salad and home fries. I also had their chai tea latte which was nice and foamy and also pretty good. The parking in this plaza is also very limited so it can be tough at peak times to dine here. read more
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The smoked salmon sandwiched between the beautifully poached egg and portobello mushroom and English muffin was so delicate and tasted so good. The portobello mushroom actually didn't complement very well with the smoked salmon, but on its own, tasted great. The poached egg was very well done and the yolk that oozed out from the egg was appetizing. I really liked the house fries too. They weren't too dry at all and very soft and slightly seasoned. The salad was a good touch to the brunch but didn't contain much dressing as far as I could tell. This was a really great Eggs Benny meal (the only tiny thing was that I found the poached eggs to be on the cold side; did they leave it on the counter to wait for both orders to be served together?) I tried a bite of my friend's peameal bacon, avocado, spinach, and cheddar Eggs Benny and absolutely loved how the flavours of each ingredient married together very well! I have to say that the peameal bacon option of the Eggs Benny tasted better than the smoked salmon version by far. read more
It's about time Markham got a joint like this. I was very impressed by all the pictures of the food here, definitely ig-worthy but the true test was if the taste could stand up to some of the top brunch places you typically find downtown. I can say with confidence that you will not be disappointed. Don't let the self-seating, ordering/paying at the counter, and menu on the wall fool you, this place is legit. I enjoyed quality ingredients used for classic dishes with the chef's own creative concoctions. The smoked salmon egg benny was perfectly paired with portobello mushroom, kale and of course hollandaise sauce. I hear the braised pork belly open faced omelette skillet and chicken n waffles are also a must-try (damn this belly for not being able to fit more food). But the champ of the morning was the blueberry & cereal buttermilk pancakes served with a milk sauce dressing (i'm drooling as I'm typing this). The coffee is not your run of the mill brew either. They use pilot coffee beans and the cortado was a nice compliment to the matcha white chocolate cookie (ask for it to be warmed up). The place is small, and seats are close together but who cares. It's worth the lineup during peak hours as table become available quickly. The service is top notch too. My friend has a lot of dietary restrictions which weren't a problem for them, they were able to customize the order. 4.5 'nom nom' stars. read more
We had such an enjoyable time here, even though we elected to get our orders taken to go due to time restrictions and wait. The place is small, but not cramped and when we arrived on a Sunday around 10:00am, it was already a packed full house. I'd say that the place seats at most 40 people, so if dining in is an absolute must for you, definitely arrive before then, as they open at 8:00am. Husband got the Peameal Bacon Eggs Benny ($13), while I got the Smoked Salmon Eggs Benny ($14). Each comes with house fries and a delicious salad. Both options were delicious in their own way, but I'd say their Peameal Bacon option was a hair better than my Smoked Salmon one. A nice fresh slice of the bacon that wasn't too skimpy in texture and size adorned the English muffin. Perfectly poached eggs adorned the tops of it, and they nailed it to the T. If it's anything that I have a huge amount of respect for, it's the consistency and execution in poaching eggs. It's not rocket science, but man, getting it just right so that the yolk slightly oozes out is a science. But I digress.... :) For the Peameal Bacon version, the addition of avocado and spinach rounded out the texture and flavors of the meal without being heavy. The home fries were a tad under seasoned, but not terribly so. The house salad had a solid variety of mixed greens that were fresh and springy; something enjoyable and refreshing to nosh on during a cool winter morning. My Smoked Salmon Eggs Benny was very well executed, and the portobello mushrooms really elevated the dish to the next level. Nicely sauteed and well seasoned, the surprise addition of kale was very nice and balanced. Service was friendly and quick even though we ordered to go. They packed the items carefully and I appreciated the neatness of it all. We also tried their cappuccino which was equally as good and nutty. Overall, we had wonderful food and look forward to going back next time to dine in. If our to-go orders were this good, I can't imagine how much better dining in would be. Value, freshness, and execution were all excellent. The location is easy to get to, but parking can be a bit cramped depending on the hour you arrive, so be sure to check around the back of the storefront to find additional spaces. Signage is bright and clear. So if you're looking for a solid brunch place in Markham, this one is definitely worth checking out! read more
Cute place for brunch! The inside is a bit small so you definitely want to come earlier to get seats. Tried the buttermilk pancakes with berry compote and condensed milk. It was delicious! The berry compote wasn't too sweet, and the condensed milk added a unique flavour. The pancakes came in a stack of 4 and were fluffy and moist. Will come back for more and to try their other dishes too. read more
8 years ago
Service was good. Eggs Benny I give 3/5. The guac tasted old (brown in pic) and the hollandaise sauce went wrong. I think it was my dish only as the ones that I saw come out after had a better colour and consistency. It tasted predominately like unsalted butter. Matcha Latte 5/5. A little sweet but great temp and great amount of matcha. My friend got a classic brekkie. Tip: their toasting the toast means the toast is still white. ask for some colour if youre looking for some brown toasties. overall good atmosphere, need some work on the consistency. read more
7 years ago
4 years ago
I was here for breakfast at 9 on a Saturday. Parking was no problem but there was no seats available. Waited about 10-15 minutes until I finally got a table. You can't order ahead of time while you're waiting for a table.. which I guess makes sense. After finally grabbing a seat, I waited EXACTLY 30 minutes for my food to come out and 15 minutes for my drink. I mean.. if you have that time to waste, then no problem. I've tried the Mocha($4.25) and both the Eggs Benny Peameal Bacon with Avocado($14?) and the Eggs Benny with Smoked Salmon. The eggs benny comes with a side of salad and home fries. Both were great but I would prefer the smoked salmon more. The peameal bacon was too.. much work. It was difficult to cut. Mocha, no complaints. Like every other mocha. The portions are pretty big. Service was okay. Waiting time took too long. Food is good. read more
I heard this restaurant is really good however, never get chance to visit it. Today finally able to eat at the restaurant. It is a small and cozy restaurant. Very limited seats but the food is amazing. The only have few food options. We ordered Salmon Benny, salmon salad, chicken and waffle as well as the Spinach pasta. They all really good. Strongly suggest people visit there. read more
8 years ago
We arrived around 11am on a Sunday and the place was consistently packed. We put our names down on the waiting list and were seated within 15 minutes. We ordered the pork belly omelette and smoked salmon, mushroom and kale benny. The best thing about this place is the pork belly omelette. The onions and grilled chard balances the pork belly and butter in the omelette. The benny was okay, underwhelming. The potatoes were bland, nothing special. I appreciated the lightness of the salad which balanced everything out. If i had a choice, I wouldn't return. I prefer CHEE organic which had toast that I would die for. This cafe also only takes cash or debit. read more
A great little spot in unionville area. Serves great dishes like the chicken and waffles and open faced omelettes with pork belly. The vibe is really chill. Sit down n chat over brunch or come and enjoy their hot drinks. Like matcha affogato (wish I got to try it out but was so full). Definitely a must try. My suggestion... go during a weekday, no line ups. read more
Update: I did give this cafe a 5 from when they first started, but I think I would give them a 4.5 now. Food is still amazing but prices did increase from the past. However I think the one area that I find challenge is that they are getting more popular hence the wait is longer for a table and parking can be a challenge. There are limited spots. Their service is still amazing and friendly. I would still highly recommend people to go here. read more
Despite the limited seating, it was really worth the wait! Got great service and great quality food. This was my second time going, and I'd love to go again! Prices were reasonable, and I love the atmosphere. Although the location is hard to reach due to traffic and a small building, it is still convenient and close to main st Unionville for a nice walk after your meal! I recommend the chicken and waffles, and buttermilk pancakes. I will love to go back to try the popular eggs Benny! read more
10 years ago
Came here for brunch today at around 12 30 ish. The cafe is located at a small store on highway 7 ( close to kennedy). Parking was kind of tough, there wasn't a lot of parking spots available. We walked in to the cafe, it's kind of like a self served seating- You find your own seat and then place your order at the counter. The menu is pretty good with lots of options. Egg bennys, omelettes, pancakes, chicken & waffles, coffee, tea etc. We had the smoke salmon egg benny with house salad and potatoes. The benny is better here because they added portabello mushrooms!! Soo yummy! We also ordered the buttermilk pancakes with mixed berries. The pancakes are super fluffy and it's a pretty big portion. Overall the food is great! Nice to have this type of cafe in markham. I would definitely come back again. read more
7 years ago
My visit to Alchemy was mediocre. There were only a few seats available and the service was lacking. I stood at the door for quite a while before the server told us to seat ourselves. My date and I took a seat near the wall and we noticed that it was sooo dirty. It's as if someone was flicking food on the wall and no one wiped it off. Eventually the server took our order. He didn't offer a paper menu so we had to strain our eyes to look at the menu on the wall. I ordered a chai latte and date ordered a herbal tea. They were both just okay. Starbucks has better drinks in my opinion. I paid $8.xx for the drinks. I stayed for maybe an hour. I would not recommend and would not return read more
6 years ago
I cane here for brunch and ordered the peameal benny with potatoes and salad on the side. The eggs benedict was delicious, the eggs were perfectly runny and the hollandaise sauce really enhanced the savoury flavour. The potatoes were well seasoned and surprisingly the salad was pretty good too after mixing it with the sauce. Definitely recommend this spot! read more
5 years ago
7 years ago
Found this hidden gem a few months back. I've gone back numerous times and will forever return! I love the chicken and waffles, they also have a great Benedict. Wonderful staff and cute set up. During one of my visits, a family intended on ordering pancakes and received waffles by accident, without hesitation they apologized promptly and served the pancakes. No fuss! Great place to socialize and visit with my friends, partnered with great lattes read more
9 years ago
Food - 5 Drinks - 4 (no alcohol) Staff - 4 Service - 4 (not full service) Décor - 4 (not a lot of seating, shared tables, not spacious) Atmosphere - 4 Cleanliness - 5 Portion - 4 Price-Point - 5 Must-Tries: - Buttermilk Pancakes topped with mixed berries & cereal - Chicken & Waffle - Eggs Benny - Smoked salmon, portobello mushroom, kale - Open Faced Omelette - Braised pork belly, grilled onions, swiss chard - Matcha White Chocolate Cookie - Cortado (my fav) Perks: - fresh food made with quality ingredients - open seating (patrons can sit anywhere that is free) - variety of caffeinated drinks - free WiFi Downer: - no reservations - typical weekend peak time line up (people standing right beside your table as they wait for a seat.. feels like they are just watching you while you eat.. hoping that you hurry up and leave) - limited seating that is not spacious - order at the counter (not full service) - closes early (kitchen closes at 3pm, but coffee bar until 6pm) Tips: - get there early before brunch/lunch rush - better to go with just one other person to snag a table quickly ig: alchemycoffee.ca read more
8 years ago
Came here once on a Sunday afternoon and got the open-faced pork belly omelette. The pork belly was divine and they were quite generous with the number of pieces in the dish. The egg itself was what you'd expect it to be and the caramelized onion was a nice touch. Overall portion size was decent but for someone with a larger appetite I would imagine they would need a little more. As many other reviewers mentioned, the self-serve seating appeared to be a bit of a disaster for many. That, coupled with the tight spacing made the dining experience significantly less enjoyable. Parking was also challenging, as many of the spots were reserved for other businesses in the same plaza. Overall, the cafe is good for those who don't care much for a comfortable relaxing environment. The staff were great and super helpful but the restaurant's seating strategy should be reassessed. read more
8 years ago
I've been meaning to visit this place for some time now and did it live up to the hype? Well, let's take a dive. Parking If parking at Pacific Mall is a nightmare, then please multiply this experience x 10 lols. There are so few parking spots, I attempted to park where no lines were placed and realized I could have been given a ticket. Much to my surprise, I had the best luck that day and quickly found a legit parking spot. I don't think this restaurant knew it would be this popular, because this location is every Asian's enemy. Service I wish the restaurant actually posted a sign that says "Self-Serve". I don't think Ontario has followed this trend for most shops/restaurants. Therefore, letting people know that it's first come first serve, and that you are expected to grab your own table would be beneficial. I think it's quite misleading and is something that can be solved easily. Please, do something lols. Food Amazing. This is why the restaurant deserves recognition. The omelette with pork belly is to die for. I love the presentation, its taste, the temperature, everything. Two double thumbs up. My friends were happy with their food as well. Gosh, I want to hire their chef and put him/her in a bigger restaurant lols. I'd come back, but only if I don't need to line up lols. The average wait time on a Sunday morning is like 30-50 minutes. read more
7 years ago
Very dry and soury berries. Not a good tasting pancake.Staff member who greeted me was strange. I might come back with a friend to try the salmon benny. read more
7 years ago
Best. Brunch. Place. Ever. I ordered the vegetarian eggs benedict and it came with potatoes and a salad. The eggs benedict was pretty tasty and so was the salad. My friend ordered chicken and waffles which I wish I got because it was sooo savoury! The chicken was super cruncy and fresh, the waffles were average that came with some sauce. We also got a hot chocolate which had a lil heart on the top The place is quite cozy and parking is hard to find. The wait time can be very long if you come on weekends but I promise you, the food will be worth it! read more
Discovered this place by fluke (thanks to Yelp) and my friend and I were pleasantly surprised. The (small) place is situated in a rather busy plaza so parking is pretty limited. Of course with its location and size, seating is also quite limited, but diners tend to just have a quick bite. My friend and I walked in assuming that our orders would be taken until I had to ask one of the workers how to actually place an order. Even when placing an order, they asked what we were going to drink, which was just water, and they failed to mention that we could also get that ourselves. So tip to the manager, perhaps have your staff approach customers and ask if this is their first time or just quickly let them know how ordering works. Would save a lot of time. As for the food, it was delicious. Took some time to get it but it was well worth the wait. Chicken and Waffles - You get served 3 pieces of drumsticks which were perfectly battered, seasoned and fried. Came with a side of salad and of course your waffles which were all very good. One thing I do have to say is that for the price of the dish, would've been nice to have a thigh and drumstick, rather than 3 drumsticks. We all know drumsticks don't cost very much. Other than that though, it was very good and I would personally go back for it. 5/5. Eggs Benedict - After discovering this place on Yelp and seeing all the pictures of their eggs benny, I just had to try it. If you were to maybe look at the portion and the minimum amount of hollandaise sauce, you may think it was a little overpriced. They did however also add some cooked spinach and also some avocado which gave it that extra butteriness. The dish also came with its delicious green salad and also some potatoes (also a little limited). I'd still come back for it, though. 4/5 (needs more hollandaise sauce!). read more
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4361 Highway 7 E
Unit 1
Markham, ON L3R 1M1
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Unionville
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