An old establishment in Markham village serving a British classic, afternoon tea! The inside was…read morevery rustic with old carpet, classic wallpaper and a fun selection of teapots dotted by the ceiling. Overall afternoon teas was pretty good for the price. Good amount of tea to choose from and they good. Sandwiches were fun! Scones were on the dry side. Sweets were standard at the price point. Would consider coming back again!

After booking months in advance, I was finally able to check out the Old Curiosity tea shop, and…read moreman was it worth the wait! Let me just start by giving a huge thanks to our server, Adam, who was beyond friendly and ever so kind. He was such a huge part of why my friends and I had the best time during our session. This quaint shop has a vintage aesthetic and is quite cozy. The food was simple and delicious and frankly, the afternoon tea set was more than enough however the Quiche just sounded too good not to order. That quiche was PHENOMENAL; I'd go back for that alone! The prices were very fair given the set (and compared to other afternoon tea sets).

Went for a quick coffee run this morning. Place was relatively busy. A lot of young people behind…read morethe counter. Service was prompt. Very cozy setting a little away from the busy areas. The Cortado was excellent. The Vanilla Latte was perfect. Would definitely visit again.

I have visited Stae Cafe a handful of times and they have yet to disappoint. From their customer…read moreservice to their latte art to their unique seasonal menus. I have tried their - Americano -flat white -blue pea flower latte -matcha latte -spanish latte -strawberry matcha cold drink -matcha white chocolate cookie And have enjoyed all of them! Each drink served with the perfect madeline on the side. Visiting is always an enjoyable addition to nice sunny walks in the Boxgrove area... but pricey!

So flavorful, delicate, dreamy. All the wonderful things about pastries and crafted drinks are all…read morein the creations in this shop. So glad to have this patisserie in our neighborhood!!!

Rating: (1/5)…read more Title: Overpriced, cold coffee, and rude service Review: I recently visited Cho-Kwok-Lat in Markham and left incredibly disappointed. I ordered two coffees and one slice of cake, and the total came to $26. I don't mind paying a premium for good quality, but unfortunately, the coffee was lukewarm and the cake was completely average--definitely not worth the price. The service, however, was the worst part. When I went to pay, the cashier handed me the payment terminal with the tip option already prompted. Since there is no table service here, I politely mentioned that I wouldn't be leaving a tip. The cashier immediately changed the POS with a visibly bad attitude and rude demeanor. When I asked for my receipt, he gave me a disgusted look. Horrible service, average food, and way overpriced. I do not recommend this place at all. Spend your money somewhere that values their customers.

I have been ordering from here for over 15 years and the food quality is just as good as it was the…read morefirst time I had it. This is a family owned business and the entire family is amiable and warm. The owner, Brian, is an absolute sweetheart. The vibe inside is quaint, cozy, and cat themed. The chicken wrap (with free range chicken) has always been my favourite but everything I have ever tried from here has been great. They also have many ice cream flavours and usually have freshly baked butter tarts as well as a couple different kinds of cake slices depending on the day. You don't get this level of quality for prices this reasonable at many places any more. This café is a true hidden gem.

This café is so adorable! Cat themes are everywhere and it's very relaxing and pleasant place to be…read morein. There is a guitar and piano that customers can play, which are very enjoyable. Nobody was on their phone - friends were chatting together or doing crosswords. I had the deluxe grilled cheese which was awesome!! Coffee was so tasty! And to top it off the owner was so nice and friendly. Highly recommend and will return.

Library coffee is a meticulous coffee lab that is dedicated to roasting beans with precision and…read morebalance. That level of care really comes through in the cup; you can taste the depth and intentionality in every sip. I ordered the vanilla bean iced latte, and it was easily one of the best espresso bases I've had in a while. The shot itself was rich and layered: deep, chocolatey, and nutty striking a really nice balance between bitterness and acidity. It finished with a smooth, almost creamy note that made the whole drink incredibly enjoyable. The only downside is the size-to-price ratio. At around CAD $8.50 for what felt like a 10 oz drink, it's definitely on the pricier side for something that goes down this easily. Still, I'd absolutely come back when I'm in the mood for a more premium coffee experience. (Funny note - the barista and I had a small rant together about how people order "iced cappuccino" and macchiato expecting Starbucks milk sugary drink instead of the "proper" shot with dollop of foam. I understand their pain hahah)

The Library Specialty Coffee seems to be highly regarded by Redditors in the area, and I was open…read moreto trying it again after a subpar experience at their downtown location a couple of years ago. My cousin and I arrived shortly after opening on New Year's Eve. The cafe has a small interior with minimal seating, mostly bench seating along the wall with small round coffee tables. Even though there was only one barista working that morning, she was efficient at taking orders and making drinks despite several orders happening at once. We did not feel like we were waiting very long. I ordered a pour-over with the Finca El Paraiso Peach Colombian beans, which use a thermal shock washed process. That was something I had not heard of before. The tasting notes listed nectarine, tropical fruit, and caramel, and it was recommended since I was looking for something more out of the ordinary. I enjoyed the wilder flavor profile, but it was hard to fully appreciate because the coffee tasted overly diluted. The barista mentioned she used a 15g to 250g bean-to-water ratio, which is higher than how I normally enjoy my pour-overs. My cousin ordered a flat white with whole milk that was very creamy with strong espresso notes. We also ordered a matcha latte for my other cousin, which was apparently too creamy. Overall, the beans themselves were good, but the pour-over leaned watery for my personal preference. The bag of beans used for the pour-over was priced at $32, which is only a bit more than double the cost of the pour-over itself. In hindsight, I felt slightly ripped off and should have just bought the beans instead.

Georgina must be nice in the summer (water, etc).. during winter it's pretty dismal/depressing…read more Elaine's and Burger Bandits '2' perks/pluses in the area. Coffee (latte, americano) excellent.

Best Buttertarts in York Region! If you haven't stopped by for a coffee or a snack...put it on your…read moretodo list! #thankyouthursday

I came for the macarons and the matcha. I just had a regular matcha and it was really good and so…read morewas the strawberry macaron. My favourite thing about this place was the decor and the giant labubu dolls lol. They have so much I want to try on the menu. Parking was a pain in the plaza, but of course that's not the business's fault. I would definitely come back here when I'm in Markham.

Super cute tiny coffee shop. Lots of coffee and noncoffee drinks to choose from! They also have…read moresnacks and desserts as well. I ordered the large Fancy Matcha Latte, which is made with matcha, espresso, and coconut milk. The regular sugar is not too sweet, which is nice. I did taste the matcha and espresso, but not so much the coconut milk. The drink was decent. For $10 for a drink though, it's definitely on the pricier side for a coffee drink. I also purchased the set of 6 bear macarons. They are so cute! It's $23 for the set, no tax, and you're basically getting one for free since one macaron is $4.5. The macarons came frozen. I would come back and try out the other drinks, especially the non coffee drinks. Their specialty drinks sound good. Staff were really nice and they explained a lot of their menu to me.

A cute coffee shop located inside a floral shop? Adorable!…read more I've heard of this spot before but never went to check it out until recently. So glad I did since it was such a vibe in there. The spot is dog friendly and have friendly staff. I thought their menu was nicely curated and their coffee drinks were great. Saw that they also do wine nights and special events which I thought was a great addition to their shop. They have trinkets and quirky things around the shop that really showcases their personalities - which I liked! Would be back for their coffee and vibes!

Love the drinks here (especially the ube one) and it's my kind of vibe! They have alternative milk…read moreoptions and such friendly staff!