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Balzac's Coffee Roasters

3.9 (234 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Chloe O.

The Balzac's Distillery District location is probably my favorite in Toronto. This time, I tried something I wouldn't normally order--and it was delicious. The Honey Cardamom Latte from their seasonal menu was a standout.

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Monica K.

I insist on Balzac's being the first stop whenever we visit the Toronto Christmas Market. It's warm and cozy and always smells wonderful. The staff is friendly and their drinks are delicious... I've never actually gotten anything to eat since the market has SO many options; but, their baked goods do look yummy. On this particular visit, my dad got the Canadian maple latte and I got the honey cardamom latte. Both hit the spot. Perfect temperature and flavorful without being overly sweet. Also, my latte looked exactly like the picture they used to advertise it, latte art and all! How many times have you gotten an item that actually comes out looking exactly as advertised?! On top of the deliciousness and being beautiful, they are also reasonably priced. I will definitely be back. And my friends love Balzac's too... The day I posted pics on my Facebook two different friends commented about how great it is there!

Iced Canadian Maple Latte
Natalie K.

Be sure to try their Canadian Maple Latte, it's absolutely delicious! Located in the heart of the historic Distillery District, this cozy spot offers plenty of seating upstairs, perfect for relaxing and soaking in the charm of the area Staff is nice and friendly, my drinks came out quick

Steve S.

I have to say... I got a nice cup of coffee with maple something or another and all I can think of was how smooth the coffee was let alone the flavor.... Yeah sooo I had to come back after our walk to this location at the distillery and it's a really cool spot. The vibe has an old industrial feel but with smatterings of the old mix with artsy new. The workers were really friendly and patient with us as we had a nice sized group. I was pretty impressed with the quality of the brew that J bought some dark roasted and also espresso roast beans to bring back home... still enjoying the two kinds. Very full and rich. Love this coffee and will be sad when J run out till my next trip back to Toronto.

S'mores Hot Chocolate
Sylvia S.

We ended up at Balzac's in the Distillery District during a major winter storm after driving down specifically for SOMA's hot chocolate, only to find it (and many other shops) closed. Balzac's was open, which we genuinely appreciated given the weather. This particular Balzac's location is undeniably beautiful. Housed in a historic Distillery building, it has soaring ceilings, exposed brick, old-world industrial details, and a warm, cozy aesthetic that really fits the area's history. There was no lineup, which was a nice surprise, and despite many seats being occupied by people clearly settled in for long stays with laptops and personal setups, we managed to find a spot upstairs at a high-top table. We ordered the limited-time S'mores Hot Chocolate, described as a premium hot chocolate topped with whipped cream, toasted marshmallow, graham cracker, and chocolate drizzle. At $10, it felt overpriced for what it was. It's a sweet drink by nature, but this leaned heavily into a low-quality sugary sweetness rather than rich, chocolate-forward flavour. It lacked depth and didn't feel "premium" in taste, especially at that price point. Unfortunately, the upstairs seating experience also took away from the atmosphere. One customer was FaceTiming on speakerphone, loudly, making it hard to enjoy the space. It's a shame, because the café itself is stunning, but the experience really depends on everyone being mindful and co-existing in a shared space. Overall, I'm glad Balzac's was open during the storm, and the setting is gorgeous. That said, the hot chocolate didn't impress, and the noisy environment detracted from what could have been a much better visit.

Marie N.

A beautifully historic coffee shop to grab a beverage and baked good in the Distillery District. Stay and enjoy your time while taking in the beautiful architecture of the space, or grab something to go and explore the sights and sounds in the Distillery District. Tends to be very busy during peak times, so service is not always the friendliest.

Matcha Latte
Stefan V.

Delicious matcha latte! I got ir with oatmilk and honey. Nice and toasty and a perfect amount of frothy foam on top to keep everything sealed in. The matcha tasted very clean, pure, and earthy. Friendly staff and cozy ambiance inside the shop. Very ice rest stop for us while we explored the Distillery District. 5/5.

Hot chocolate
Mary T.

Back in 2018, while waiting for two friends to arrive for the Christmas market at the Distillery District, I needed a drink. I found Balzac's Coffee Roasters. I decided to check it out. Balzac's is located near the big clock. It's one of the first businesses that you see after you have parked (you shell out for it) and head over to the main entrance. I had a nice man greet me as I looked at what I wanted to get. Hot chocolate seemed like a perfect drink on a cool Saturday morning. My drink was just under $6. It's a bit much for a standard hot chocolate without any bells and whistles. I used my debit card to pay. All went well. It didn't take long for my hot chocolate to be made. I thanked him and continued to browse while waiting for my friends to arrive. The hot chocolate was yummy. It was slightly sweet, but had lots of cocoa that screamed comfort and happiness. I loved it. It could have used some marshmallows. I was happy that it didn't have whipped cream. The cup was pretty sturdy as I walked and sipped my drink. I had mittens on, so I didn't find my drink to be hot to hold. I don't even know if there are sleeves for hot beverage cups. I should go back and check out the other menu items. The place had a couple of floors. I'd love to sip and people-watch sitting down next time. (459)

Jen P.

This review is for the Balzak's location in the Distillery District. We actually get coffee from here every time we visit the DD, but I've never done a review. Our most recent visit was memorable because it was the annual Winter Village and though the District was packed, service and quality inside the coffee shop was excellent. We ordered 2 coffees - a large latte with regular milk and a small seasonal special cafe 'Nordique', which is espresso (I got mine decaf), with milk of choice (I went with oat), a honey drizzle, vanilla and cardamom. Both were the exact perfect temp for immediate sipping, and were fresh and tasty. At just over $6 Canadian for both (together, with tip!), I was very happy; in the states a single specialty/coffee-shop coffee costs that much, and you're not even guaranteed to get fresh coffee! Definitely check this place out when you are around!

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Samuel T.

Slightly on the pricey side, but decent amount of seating and a really nice vibe. There are two floors and super high ceilings. Love it!

Joy Q.

Such a cool spot in the distillery district! I ordered a cappuccino and really liked it. Service was very kind and patient to answer my questions. This place as a second floor for additional seating, as well as an outdoor patio on the street side

Scone
Audrine M.

Went to Balzac's for a quick bite while waiting for an appointment nearby. The Cashew cookie was amazing, but the scone was alright. The coffee was pretty amazing. Quick service, good ambiance. Excellent choice if you are looking for a good coffee and a quick bite.

Alka V.

While in Distillery district decided to try this coffee specialists after a meal Was so impressed with the awesome menu There were a super special coffee menu from caramel to white chocolate and more Ordered a caramel coffee tasted superb like the best I've ever had The white chocolate flavoured coffee was great too The coffee quality was excellent too To buy our coffee was a very long queue at 9.50 pm late evening took us 25 to 30 minutes to get to the counter and then they make ur coffee They have a cosy and cool small seating area on the first level Wonderful experience except for the lo

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Reviews are generally positive. People highlight the historic atmosphere, friendly staff, and flavorful specialty drinks. The space is clean and offers ample seating.

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Pilot Coffee Roasters

Pilot Coffee Roasters

3.9(18 reviews)
3.5 km•Leslieville
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Love this coffee shop even though it's in a random location. They sometimes don't have the newer…read moreflavours at this location as this isn't a standalone cafe, but it's a great place to stop by if you're in the area

DO NOT PURCHASE ANYTHING OVER $100 HERE unless you're prepared for a needlessly difficult return…read moreprocess. I purchased a Fellow Stagg EKG Pro kettle and a Timemore C5 Pro grinder from Pilot Coffee's Wagstaff location on August 31, 2026, for a total of $438.44. Both items remained unused and in their original condition and packaging. Within two weeks of purchase, I called Pilot Coffee headquarters as well as multiple locations specifically to ask how I could return them. I was told that I could only bring the items back in person to the Wagstaff headquarters. So on September 13, I drove to Wagstaff with both items and my original receipt, following exactly the instructions I had been given. Only after I arrived was I told that because my purchase was over $100, they could only process the return on a weekday AND when a manager was present. Neither requirement was mentioned when I called ahead specifically to ask about the return procedure. I was then given another option: email their customer service first, wait for return instructions, and then wait for them to initiate the refund. Again, none of this was mentioned when I called ahead. Their published return policy states that merchandise and brewing gear may be returned within 30 days if unused and in the original packaging. It instructs customers to contact them to start a return, but I could not find any mention there of a $100 threshold requiring a weekday visit with a manager present. To be clear, my issue isn't simply that Pilot Coffee has a particular return procedure. My issue is that I specifically called ahead to confirm that procedure, followed the instructions I was given, drove to the only location I was told could process the return, and was then presented with additional restrictions that had never been disclosed to me. The staff at Wagstaff also declined to provide me with any written confirmation that I had come in that day to attempt the return. I therefore submitted a formal return request by email while I was still at the location, documenting the condition of both items and my attempted return. Pilot Coffee, is making a return this unnecessarily difficult really worth the customer you lose in the process? If the goal is to discourage customers from returning higher-value purchases by making the process as inconvenient as possible, then the experience certainly gives that impression.

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Tango Palace Coffee Company

4.2(136 reviews)
2.5 km•Leslieville
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Hands down, favourite coffeeshop in the city. My S.O. and I swing by this place this at least once…read morea month. Even though we don't live near downtown, we'll make an extra stop in Leslieville whenever we're in for the day. These are the reasons why: 1) Great drinks. We're pleased enough with the café latte and café mocha, which are very smooth and well flavoured. The selections aren't huge, but you can still get a Pumpkin Spiced Latte, Maple Latte, etc. throughout the year. Prices are normal for an independent cafe. 2) Yummy snacks and prepared foods. I've tried various pizzas, tarts, and cakes, and they are all tasty. You can still order food past 9pm, which beats the Pizza Pizza variety expected at this time. 3) Great service. We've seen different baristas at work, and they're all kind and attentive. 4) Sense of community. Local artists display their work here, there's a board promoting freelance services, and locals come by to chat with the workers. The cafe is very integrated with its neighbourhood. 5) Beautiful decor and good ambience. In fact, it deserves a separate list, More Reasons to Love This Place: 1) Open late. Students like myself live strange lives, so a study space open late into the night is 100% my jam. It doesn't turn into a pub in the evening hours either, so introverts can sigh in relief. 2) Plenty of seating and wifi to go around. The code is written on the wall and not mysteriously hidden away. 3) Nanaimo bars. Enough said. 4) Music that doesn't suck and is actually good. I don't know how many times I've gone into a cool cafe, only to be turned off by its horrendous top 40's playlist. Here, you're in for pleasant, mellow beats. 5) Free street parking nearby. I've yet to visit earlier in the day, and my impressions are limited to the cafe's later hours. Still, this place remains the holy grail for a coffee lover, especially in the late hours. Other cafe owners, watch and learn by Tango's great example.

Inside is so charming! The staff is prompt and friendly and best of all the coffee is fantastic. If…read moreI lived in Toronto I'd be here every morning !

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Old style coffee machine

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Broadview Espresso

Broadview Espresso

4.2(88 reviews)
3.2 km•The Danforth
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THE. BEST. COFFEE. IVE. EVER. HAD…read more Broadview Espresso has the best coffee I've ever had. My favourite type of coffee if a latte and there lattes are amazing, they taste great hot and cold. If you want a snack with your coffee I would definitely recommend the blueberry crumble muffin it's delicious. The only problem is that there cash only but there's an ATM downstairs. Over all I love this coffee shop and I would highly recommend this place.

This neighbourhood cafe has so much potential. Great space and location. However, my visit here was…read morepretty disappointing. I had a London Fog, they use Sloane tea ("heavenly cream" flavour, a classic) but they fill the cup half way with hot water and then just add a bit of steamed milk and vanilla syrup. I thought that was so weird, as it should be just the tea bag, steamed milk, and vanilla syrup. It tasted watered down. I also had a croissant and it was so bad, it was almost inedible. Judging by the way they were stacked up like sardines in the display case, I think they are bought from somewhere else and certainly not made in house. It was too dry and lacking the inner chewiness, yet also not flaky or crips on the outside. Instead it was kinda stale. It looked like those ones that come in big boxes at grocery store. Very disappointing. The only good thing is that their street side patio is really nice in the summer. There are ample muskoka chairs with side tables and a bowl of clean water for the dogs. On a weekend morning, there are lots of regulars here and people are very friendly. However, for quality espresso drinks and fresh baked goods, Supernova Coffee up the street is significantly better (and also has a cute patio area).

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Broadview Espresso - Macchiato $2.50 and Brownie $3.50

Macchiato $2.50 and Brownie $3.50

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Broadview Espresso - The menu shows the prices

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The menu shows the prices

Au Pain Doré

Au Pain Doré

4.2(36 reviews)
1.1 km•St. Lawrence, Downtown Core, Waterfront Communities-The Island

Food/Drinks: This was our first time in Toronto, and for the first day being there for breakfast,…read morewe decided to stop by this spot. They had such a delicious and massive variety of breads, pastries, and croissants! I got myself a delicious croissant and a coffee, and it was perfect to start my morning! Location: This location is directly ona main street in Toronto. This place is definitely a casual spot to grab and go, or you can sit there as well. Regarding parking, I'm not sure how that works because our hotel was within walking distance, and we decided to walk directly from our hotel, which wasn't far at all. Service: If I could give this place a five-star simply because of the service, I would. As I was taking pictures of the pastries, just being a tourist...you can actually see the man in the background who was so friendly and honestly made us smile with his smile. Unfortunately, I don't recall his name, but he was so kind and helped us out, and it really was just the perfect start to our day.

My friends and I were walking around the area and we found this cafe. Au Pain Doré is a nice chill…read moreplace to sit down and unwind with your friends while enjoying pastries and coffee. I ordered the Smoked Salmon Quiche, Almond Croissant and Iced Americano. Smoked Salmon Quiche (4/5) had a nice buttery and flaky crust. The egg filling itself was smooth. The smoked salmon-to-egg ratio was just right where every bite was well-balanced. A little addition of cheese and some dill could help elevate the creaminess and flavours of this dish. Almond Croissant (3.5/5) was buttery and flaky. It also had a rich and nutty flavour from the almond filling and the sliced almonds gave it a nice crunchy texture. The only thing I must say is that the croissant didn't have the satisfying crisp on the outside and the fluffy texture inside. Iced Americano (5/5) was so delicious. It had notes of chocolate with an intense body. I would go here just for their coffee. The service itself was okay. You walk in and order at the counter and they ask you whether you're dining in or having it to-go. We opted to dine-in to cool down from the summer heat. They call out your order and place your oder at the front for you to pick them up yourself.

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Au Pain Doré - These buttery croissant sandwiches are irresistible. Could not wait to sample before snapping. A quick pic to share with you.

These buttery croissant sandwiches are irresistible. Could not wait to sample before snapping. A quick pic to share with you.

Au Pain Doré - Choose from freshly baked bread to the most delicious sandwiches and pastries to enjoy with your cappuccino.

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Choose from freshly baked bread to the most delicious sandwiches and pastries to enjoy with your cappuccino.

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