It's really what a neighborhood cafe should be. Feels like a pub, it's got character, it's got…read moregood coffee. This is what most cafes in the city used to be like and maybe it's nostalgia for me, or that I'm in New York frequently and we're don't have the number of coffee houses like they do. Think Central Perk on Friends except on the Danforth.

We came here for nostalgia. I used to live in the area when The Only first opened. I remember…read morethinking they would do well. Shortly after, I left the Danforth, and, eventually Toronto. But The Only kept coming up in reminisces and we'd check if it was still around, and it was. Today we made it back, and wow, they have done really well. I'm sitting in the cafe part of The Only, and it's fabulous; eclectic and artsy and unpretentious with great coffee, baked goods and nice staff. The original space I would have a beer in years ago is closed. So we'll have to come back another time for a beer. In the meantime I'm listening to animated chatter and a great music as I sip my coffee and enjoy looking around this interesting space.

First of all, I don't know who entered the hours for this place on their profile. It's 8 a.m. and…read moreI'm inside having a coffee and a scone while I write this. The coffee here is excellent, and the staff ate always helpful and friendly. Besides coffee and lattes, they offer some decent (but not amazing) baked goods, and a variety of water bottles (coconut, sparkling, non-sparkling) and some San Pelegrino sodas. The space is roomy and clean, and a great spot to bring a laptop and do some personal projects. Or buy some of the beans they roast in house and take them home to make your own delicious cup of coffee. A calm place and an enjoyable one.

Clean. Unique decor and music, pleasant staff, great banana bread, and phenomenal Americano. Wifi:…read morebonus! Had my laptop and got lots of work done.

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.

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 !

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).

I had a very good iced honey latte from here, and the customer service is great. It's a good hang…read morehere also, I recommend it when you are in Danforth area

My favourite neighbourhood coffee shop! The staff are so welcoming and the vibes are great! Love…read moretheir lattes, matcha lattes and any of their baked goods

The ambiance was quite calm the two times I've gone here. A…read moresmall amount of chatter from other customers one time, but not necessarily loud. The cafe is pretty small on the inside, a few floating bar seats near the front window, a couple cushioned chairs/ benches and a few tables with chairs near the front door and counter. Seating was all fairly close to each other. Although, there is a good amount of sitting area on the outside. The cashiers are friendly and the baristas know how to make good lattes, that's for sure. I will definitely be back to try other items on their menu, and get another coffee drink!

Super lovely neighborhood spot with a genuine community vibe--and easily one of the best breakfast…read morecroissants we've had in a while. We tried the egg & cream cheese and the ham & Swiss, and wow... insanely buttery, perfectly flaky on the outside, and soft on the inside. This was definitely due to everything being made fresh in-house. When we ordered, we caught a glimpse of trays of butter-loaded croissants at the back, ready to go into the oven. My partner straight up said it was the best croissant she's ever had--so that says a lot. Drinks held up too. The strawberry latte was super refreshing, with a tangy syrup that paired really nicely with the espresso. My dirty chai was solid, though I was a bit bummed they didn't have stovetop chai--it just hits different. I liked how they host local artists' works & shows too. It's a very intimate & community driven cafe.

Great coffee, love the atmosphere and the location is great as well! Between the Dan and O'Connor!…read moreFriendly staff and not expensive

This is one of my most favourite cafe in Toronto. There are many seats and the place is spacious. I…read morecan relax and enjoy two cups of latte. You don't feel rushed. The barista is very kind. Their prices are very reasonable and they have varieties of coffee and tea.

I love to support local coffee shops and I am glad they opened in my neighbourhood. Their coffee is…read morealways consistent.gotta love Pilot Coffee for that as they use that. The interiors are very cool as they also have art gallery frames throughout the store which makes the shop look much nicer. The baked goods are it's best.. the family run business makes sure that all their goods are fresh and made with love for customers. Also a reminder that this is a cash only coffee shop. Already been here a few times and just love sitting here and working

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.

Location 10/10, prices 15/10, and the outdoor patio is extensive…read more I was running through this neighborhood via Riverdale Park after a recent red-eye flight and needed a quick pick-me-up. I saw the beautiful café across the street and ran right over. The line moved quite fast, and the café's product and coffee selection was pretty extensive. I really loved my espresso shot, and I wish I could have stayed to relax on the patio. Thanks for having me!

I wanted an ice coffee, they don't have a price on the menu, the brew coffee is 2.95 - good value…read more It's double that for the same size cold brew! Less coffee for more $! Stupid! Even the staff apologized!