Must say the decor and space is beautiful within the union station. Went after the initial launch as ive visited arabica in dubai several years back and then also tried the yorkdale location. This one has a fly special that you will notice in my photos. Flying flies everywhere...got the kyoto latte this time - very smooth and good with a hint of sweetness - however not hot enough for a hot beverage. read more

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Lots of love for this place. Lovely modern Japanese aesthetic, perfectly set in the renovated link lobby between the TTC and the GO in Union station. With the high ceilings, I'd say the space is even superior to the original locations found in Kyoto! Their feature lattes are the Kyoto and the Spanish which each contain differing levels of condensed milk. The Dark Latte is a mocha made with an in-house-made chocolate sauce. All of it is great. But I do recommend just getting an Americano to understand the true essence of their roasting. At about $6+ a cup, it's something I'd probably reserve for special visits and special occasions, but whenever you have a hankering do not hesitate to just make a detour on your commute to grab a cup. read more

First of all, let me start by saying how much I admire their minimalistic interior design and branding. Aesthetically pleasing and everything in the shop echoes their emphasis on quality and attention to details. The morning line up was long. The queue was outside of the store and was told that it would be at least 30 minutes wait. I didn't want to wait so I came back the next week after work and the line was so much more acceptable than the morning queue. It took me about 15 minutes to place my order and another 5 minutes or so to getting my order. I really appreciated the fact that the cashier took the time to explain to each and every customer the different flavour profiles as I know I can be indecisive when there are more than a few options to choose from. I ended up with their classic iced caffe latte and it was smooth and aromatic. It probably tastes better hot cus the ice diluted a bit of the coffee. I also tried their matcha soft serve and it was delicious. I usually don't like the bitterness in matcha but this one was creamy, not bitter, prominent and has the perfect balance of matcha flavor and sweetness. I also like the fact that I can get a 4 oz for the ice cream. Overall, I enjoyed their coffee and ice cream. I'll be back for other things on their menu. read more

Arabica - Caffe Latte and Matcha soft serve - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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New coffee shop in Union Station with Japanese roots. The store is a stark white and has really nice vibes. Unfortunately as it is newly opened, it is overwhelmingly full and coffee took 30 min to obtain. I did really enjoy the Kyoto Latte. It wasn't too bitter and had the perfect amount of sweetness for my liking. I was planning on having the almond croissant as well but they were sold out. I look forward to when the hype is over and I can become a regular here. 30 minute wait for my morning coffee is just too much. read more

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Have tried the location in Seoul and found this one to be a bit off but close. The espresso is quite good and the matcha ice cream is very good but I found the staff very cold, unfriendly and somewhat unaccommodating. Probably still one of the better espressos you will find but the drinks do come with a higher price tag. Feels like a 3.5 for the price and service but they are probably still sorting some things out so rounding up to a 4. read more

This is a coffee shop in union. Coffee is average at best. Seems like it's more so a spot people go to for the design / instagram "vibes". Pros: + Vibes? Cons: - Overpriced. - Long lines. - Inefficient and inexperienced staff. For example, I saw a staff member refilling coffee beans when the machines were 90%+ full. And there were 5+ workers, but only one of them was taking orders. The lines are long not because there is an actual demand for it, but simply because the system they use for ordering makes no sense. - Coffee is average at best. read more

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Located in the heart of union station I came her to have coffee with a friend around 8AM, short line up about a 10-15 minute wait, decent amount of seating available to have a chat and you're not in a rush. Great for people watching. Good ambiance across the board with this coffee chain, great aesthetic. Ordered a coffee and a matcha latte. Both high quality drinks. read more

Happy this location finally opened! The interior design is really nice and store is quite spacious. Ordered the Kyoto Latte and unfortunately, was disappointed as they messed up the milk and coffee ratio. It was mostly milk. Service was good, but hoping they improve their drinks. Definitely not on par with their Asia locations. read more

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I went to Arabica coffee shop before work. The hype has dropped down so the lineup wasn't too bad. I ordered the cafe latte. The cafe latte was pretty good, but I object to the price of $8. read more

Arabica - Caffeine latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The coffee was delicious and staff friendly and helpful so glad I spotted it walking through Union Station/PATH in the evening. It was actually one of the only things open at that time which was perfect. read more

Arabica - Spanish lattée - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I wanted to try this place and see what the rage was all about. It's a beautiful coffee shop - modern, simple yet giving some sophisticated vibes. It looks like the lines died down and I only waited tops 10 minutes for my drink. I ordered an iced matcha latte. There was a strong matcha flavour and not too sweet. It was quite delicious yet I didn't order lactose free, and couldn't finish the whole drink. At the $8 price point it's quite steep, and was a only a treat and I think it will continue to be. Overall, I think it's a great coffee shop but not as great as the lines proved at the beginning. read more

Always good . Consistent with what I have in Hong Kong vs here. Just hate the lineup and happy it is shorter than the one in Yorkdale. read more

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This place is always busy no matter what day it is. My friend and I went on a Sunday late afternoon and it's still packed. The baristas are quite fast so you don't wait too long. I had my fave hot Kyoto latte and my friend had the Kyoto iced latte. My Kyoto latte was so creamy and buttery. I would definitely recommend it The place is very simple yet efficiently laid out. They have a few stools to use if you decide to stay and enjoy your drink. Our 2 drink cost about $16, it's a bit pricey if you ask me but enjoyed every sip of it so i guess it was worth it. The price is the only complaint I have about this cafe. They also have some pastry offering but I didn't find it appealing or appetizing so skipped that. read more

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Okay so I kind of get the hype. The menu is small but the coffee is great. I got the Kyoto Latte and it was the right amount of sweetness and the coffee was so smooth. Definitely a treat and worth every sip. read more

The service was good, not a long wait. Store is super clean and chill vibe. I ordered maple latter for a morning takeout. Four-star because they have maple teases very mild, taste almost like a typical latte. Kyoto latte is still my favourite. Coffee taste is light. It feels very light roasted, good if you're not looking for a strong cup of coffee. read more

Arabica - Maple latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I walked past this place when first entering into Toronto and you will NOT miss it. Especially those who are coming in from the Airport taking the train. This is literally called the Train Station Café Arabica Toronto. I had to order one before I left for my train to the airport. I was literally hauling luggage in the café, and the staff came out to help me and place it beside a chair as I got my order. They were nice and had a little empathy. I was struggling hard though. Anyways, I ordered an Iced Spanish Latte and sat down for a little bit to wait for my drink. It was done extremely quick, and I just sat there for a bit. I enjoyed looking at all the people rapidly moving past the café going to their destinations. It for sure is one of the really REALLY nice cafés that are perfect to people browse. This little café is a perfect respice from all the hustle and bustle of all the chaos of moving in Toronto. It was perfect. I took a fantastic picture of people moving fast through the station, and will be using it for my future art piece. Love this café a lot. Will be back here for another cup next time I am here in Toronto. read more

I'm so glad I finally got to try % Arabica... and I was extremely pleasantly surprised. To start, the location is gorgeous. It's tucked in union station but it's spacious, bright, and beautiful. Very clean design. The service was quick and great. The matcha was one of the best matcha iced lattes I have ever had in Toronto. The matcha tastes true, and carries extremely well in the drink. The Kyoto latte is absolutely incredible. It had condensed milk, but it wasn't sweet. I loved the coffee, it's not too acidic. The seating area consists of a few stools (shown in my photo). It was busy when we went. I will definitely be returning. read more

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Arabica serves a serviceable though slightly underwhelming Kyoto latte. The flavor is definitely on the mild, not so sweet side. Though I ended up appreciating the subtleness of the drink. The whole cafe is gorgeous and grand in scale, and sparkling clean despite the busy environs. read more

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Over rated. Expensive. Many better options within a 5 minute walk. Paid like 14$ for two coffees...

When it opened, there were weeks of long lines. This is clearly a stylish spot, but it's also a case of style over substance. The coffee sizes are small, at high prices. They aren't as good as competition in the immediate vicinity - Brick Room and Pilot to name two. To top it off, the service is slow. read more

Long wait. Spanish lattee did not taste as good as the regular lattee. Service is not friendly at all and the atmosphere feels like a lab, it is not inviting. The iced lattee was really tasty on another visit at a different location. read more

Tried this place for the first time to see what all the hype was about. I got a regular latte with regular milk (paid almost 7 dollars which was a little insane and the cup was tiny.. and a milk substitute would have been extra).. and the coffee was very average/mid at best. I will definitely say this place is a little overhyped and the aesthetics is really what is driving some of the great reviews. I would try and come back and see if some of their other drinks will change my mind.. I hear their matcha soft serve is pretty good. Overall, just -whelming read more

My friend and I ordered their Kyoto latte, and it was good! Coffee was strong but not bitter and had a good amount of milk. I would not mind coming back to try more coffee options! read more

Arabica - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Great coffee selection and quality. Served up quickly when you're on the go. Store is clean and modern. Conveniently located in Union station. read more

It was quite crowded as we stood in line. Opting for the matcha latte, I was pleased with its strong flavor. However, I was surprised that nearly half the cup was filled with ice. In hindsight, I would've requested less ice or gone for the hot version. The stylish interior of the place added to the atmosphere. Whether I'll return or not is still up in the air. read more

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Went on a Saturday and the wait wasn't long. I ordered matcha latte and their matcha flavor is super rich and love it!

A really aesthetic and clean place, would be the perfect spot to study or review things if there were more seats/tables available. The service was a bit slow, ordered one drink and it took about 15 minutes to come out. The drink itself (Kyoto Latte) wasn't the greatest either. Description said it had a subtle sweetness but there was none at all, so it was just extremely bitter coffee with way too much cream. Was also overpriced. Nearly $8 for a small sized cold drink. Pretty place but I wouldn't recommend it. read more

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Arabica just opened a second location in Toronto. This one is located in one of Toronto's busiest transit hubs (Union Station). You can find it in the newly renovated Bay Concourse. The cafe gives a minimalist vibe with white walls, tables, machines etc. I went in on opening day to check them out. I got there around 1pm and saw the sign that stated it would take about 30mins. It took exactly 30mins from lining up, ordering, to waiting for my iced Kyoto Latte. The drink was good but kinda on the pricey side. I would definitely go back to try their other drinks like the Matcha Latte and Spanish Latte. Checkout my IG foodie account @wanderandeatwithme for more foodie adventures. read more

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The coffee here was perfectly hot for a cold day, flavor tasty and bold. The lines are long but worth the wait.

Expensive in my opinion but it is pretty delish Service is also fine Ambiance was also fine 5/10 Not good but not bad read more

I prefer the latte here compared to Starbucks, it's just too bad I need to wait at least 15-20mins in line rather than ordering ahead and grabbing on the go, because I just never have that kind of time. Is the problem with me or Arabica's business model? Probably the former. I'll work on me! read more

I was disappointed to learn that Arabica will not serve their coffee in a customer's reusable mug. In 2023, there is no excuse for the lack of environmental awareness or concern implied by insisting that customers use a disposable cup. Flavour-wise, I'd say Arabica's coffee is a medium roast and very smooth and balanced. It's pricey at $7 for a latte. read more

Where's the bean! Now that the very long lines have abated, I tried a Spanish Latte at Arabica. The serving size was a little bigger than 1 measuring cup and cost me $8.35. Expecting something special, I was surprised that it tasted like someone had put a spoonful of instant chocolate powder in a cup and added warm water, no milk. I could not detect any coffee flavour. Maybe it is called Spanish Latte because it needs churros. I will be interested to see how long the lineups last. In the meantime.......Hello, Timmy! read more

At Union station. Excellent coffee, limited seating but light, airy, and large space. There can be a long line, but the ordering is efficient. At busy times it can take some time for your order to be ready. But the quality of the coffee is worth the wait. Sat and enjoyed the coffee in the store. Will definitely stop there again. read more

I love the calm, clear ambience you could sense as you enter the store. The staff are attentive, focus on every customer and the service is efficient. The store is clean, there's enough space to move around, to sit and enjoy the cafe' . The coffee is excellent, temperature is just right and was serve in less than 5 minutes. read more

amazing matcha soft serve!!! it really made me feel fulfilled after being stuck on the go train for an hour which made me miss my class. the matcha flavour was really hitting my tastebuds and made me feel some type of way. amazing staff everyone is so slay read more

the matcha is so fire I love it but every time I go they don't ask me what size I want which is kinda odd.

After waiting in line for 30 minutes (it was to the front door) they did not have any decaf coffee. I was so disappointed. They do have lemonade that is a non-caffeine option. The drinks are around $6 each. read more