This is the second location of the Brick Room in Toronto. Their first location opened 2 years ago…read morein the path at the entrance to Brookfield place near the go train. This second location is located outside on the beautifully picturesque cobblestone road named Temperance Street. The building is historic and the calm interiors make you feel instantly at home. The staff was really nice and told me about their menu and seasonal items. In addition to coffee and matcha based beverages, the store offers food and merch as well. Apparently this location is a laptop free zone, offering an incredibly welcome oasis from the hustle and bustle of financial district. Today I ordered a cortado. Before you even drink it, the fragrant coffee smell hits you. A bit sweet and almost fruity. When drinking it, the flavours amplify and provide an overall sense of calm, a breath of fresh air. It doesn't just feel like a regular old coffee but that you can take your time with it, like having a conversation with an old friend, it is meant to be savoured. I absolutely plan to go back for one of their seasonal matcha beverages and to get away from it all. 5/5

A very modern coffee shop serving creative matchas and coffees…read more Their Goma was a delicious matcha dessert/drinks. Not too sweet but I wish the matcha was stronger. I did like the flavor of the regular hot matcha latte more, plus they made a very cute bunny latte art on it! Inside is small with minimal seatings but has a cool ambience for hanging out.

The food was delicious, the coffee was great, and the service was excellent. I'll definitely come…read moreback next time!

The coffee shop was nice and cozy. The coffee and matcha was quick. Just walking into the store we…read morecould smell the fresh baked goods.

The food - Arais burger & Shawarma - was very good, including dessert (Affogato & Lava cake)…read more But our server? He needs some re-education. He barely made eye contact, never checked in with us after our meal was delivered to ask how things were or if we needed anything, and we had to ask twice for more water and then wait at least five minutes before getting any. The wait for the bill was so long we thought we could've just walked out without being noticed. But he had lots of time to chat with the table of girls across the room. This was early on Friday evening.

A must visit, great service , great food great price!!!! I am looking forward for next visit but…read morethis time for breakfast!!!!

Been to Nabulu Coffee a few times now, and it's easily one of my go-to spots for the vibe…read more Cozy, great lighting, and a really nice casual, communal feel, it's the kind of place that works for everything, getting work done, catching up with friends, or just relaxing on your own. Seating is solid, but noise can be hit or miss depending on the time of day. Coffee is good but a bit inconsistent. I usually go for cortados, and while I've had some really good ones here, other times the milk-to-espresso ratio feels off. The flat white, on the other hand, was excellent. Still need to try the pour-over. Service is always good too! Food is solid. Chocolate chip banana muffin was great, turkey sandwich was okay. Overall: Come for the space and vibe, and try a few drinks before locking in your go-to.

Standard coffee shop at slightly elevated prices with limited seating. Got the flat white and…read morepersian tea - both fairly enjoyable albeit unmemorable. Service is pretty friendly and quick.

I tried the matcha cookie again. It's still good. I took it back to my place and put it in the…read moretoaster oven. Came out nice. Nice people at the cafe. Need more cafes like this uptown.

Café Namoo is such a cute and special spot--everything about it feels warm and welcoming. The lady…read moreworking was the sweetest and so attentive, making sure we had the best experience. We shared the Mango Bingsu, and it was huge--easily enough for the five of us. The flavor was a solid 9/10, super refreshing and delicious. If they had crispy corn flakes on top, it would've been a straight 10/10 for me. We also got two Dalgona Lattes, one with oat milk, and she differentiated them with the coasters, which was such an adorable touch. Now I need to go back just to try more drinks! Parking was free but a little awkward--spots are at an angle, and the plaza can get busy. But honestly, it's worth it. When we went, a few moms were catching up over bingsu, and it was such a wholesome vibe. Can't wait to be back and explore more of the menu!

Amazing bakery! The vibes, the food, the coffee. Everything was on point. We only shared the Halva…read moreChocolate Babak which was delicious and I wished we had room for more, especially their Shakshuka. Definitely pinning this spot for a re-visit!

If you like tatte bakery in the US, this is the place for you! they have a pastry case and a menu…read moreof entrees and drinks to order. Very cute interior and was not super busy on a Sunday afternoon I had the chicken thigh plate with roasted potatoes and mixed greens. I would 100% recommend this if you're looking for a good lunch! Everything was perfectly cooked and the green sauce on the side was the cherry on top. I also had the mango passionfruit tea, which is refreshing and not overly sweet. My friend ordered the breakfast panuzzo, which was huge, but the eggs inside were scrambled perfectly! We also ordered a ham turkey Brie sandwich to go (from the pastry case) which was the perfect picnic dinner at rbc amphitheatre later that day.

I come to the Brick Room a concerning amount of times. They have two locations: Brookfield and…read moreTemperance. It's my pick me up during work hours. They take their time, give attention to their craft. It's not a place you grab and go. You need to truly appreciate it but sitting down and letting the baristas come to you, explain how to consume the coffee drink and then enjoy it. The brick room's interior is covered with red bricks and fun fact - red bricks are great to keep rooms cooler during summer and warmer during winters! I love the intentionality in everything they do.

I tried using Google Maps to find The Brick Room, but it wasn't very helpful. Turns out the café is…read moreright along the path and I could've easily walked straight out of Union Station since it's right next to that entrance. The space itself has a really niche aesthetic and I especially loved the unique window design. I arrived around 10 a.m. and the café was busy but not overwhelming, with a steady flow of people coming and going. I ordered one of their winter specials: an iced matcha with black sesame foam. It was pricey at $10, but honestly one of the best I've ever had. They instruct you to sip the foam first before mixing, and the flavours were bold with just the right amount of sweetness. The service was incredible. They actually brought my drink over, which I wasn't expecting, and when we were done they came by with water and cleared our empty cups. Such a pleasant surprise! All in all, highly recommend this spot. I would come by all the time if I lived nearby.

A quick Google search for a coffee stop (that wasn't my usual Union station stop) brought me to…read moreFound Coffee. This coffee shop is nestled semi-behind a pillar beside the lobby of the Intercontinental hotel Toronto, which adds to its charm for me, in a way. Love finding a good "hole in the wall" :) I love the bright, feminine, beachy decor and coral pink & aqua blue accents. It's not too tropical, but it definitely transports you outside of Canada. Coupled with Aussie staples like vegemite and Noosa magazines (takes me straight back there!), as well as gorgeous ceramic coffee mugs for purchase, the vibes are great here. While it is a smaller shop, there is enough seating for 3 tables, and it's very cozy. Had to go for a flat white, given the Aussie homage here. This one got my approval (and I'm picky about my flat whites) - they used a lighter, more balanced espresso roast, paired with just the right amount of creamy frothed milk. They also had a banana bread latte that my companion really enjoyed too! Looking forward to my next visit!

Super cute little coffee shop located in the lobby of the InterContinental…read more Everything here is Instagram worthy and on brand. It's a tiny, cozy place with only a couple tables and tall chairs, so they can really only accommodate grab-and-go orders, other than a few people to sit or work. Perfect for a coffee before a Jays game or if you're here for a conference next door. I realized it was already late fall and I hadn't yet had my one and only PSL of the year, so that's what I ordered. It was decent as far as PSL's go and came with a lovely little foam pumpkin on top. Tres adorbs. The iced strawberry matcha latte also looked incredible and I had order envy. My friend ordered a pastry and said it was delicious. They also have a great little selection of food items, canned bevvies, coffee beans, teas, as well as souvenir gifts for purchase such as ceramic mugs. Did I mention the coffee was really good?