I had their hand shaken iced coffee which was really refreshing. On a hot day you definitely need something to cool you down and keep you hydrated! I also had their cinnamon buns This place is worth a try if you're ever in Kensington market. *P.s they have desserts and snacks as well!* read more

FIKA - Cinnamon buns - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

CUTEST CAFE EVER!!! Great location- right inside of Kensington. Their service was amazing, food was amazing, interior was amazing ! AHH Amazing !! LOL I really enjoy their chic and modern vibe with the way they decorate their menu, and seatings. they also have a bit of a common room with a big table where there's a wall full of book pages. I think it's for group study there. P.S Also very insta worthy read more

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Coffee house in a super charming building in Kensington Market. Purchased their iced cardamom spiced coffee. It was sweet and the cardamom was the perfect addition. I couldn't get over the aesthetics of this place - their book wall was beautiful and their outdoor patio/garden is super cozy. Seemed like a calm house party with friends and everyone drinking coffee. Friendly environment with friendly staff and great coffee! read more

FIKA - iced cardamom spiced coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Come here for the atmosphere and the instafamous book wall! The latte was average and we didn't order any food but the lady beside us did and it looks sooo good. It's a pretty good place for relax, read or study! Lots of tables including a large one at the back where the book wall is! During the warmer months it's super nice to relax on their patio. I also love their choice of music. Such a charming coffee shop! I love it read more

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My Swedish roots loved everything about FIKA. It's a simple, clean coffee shop in the heart of Kensington Market selling northern European inspired coffee drinks like their cardamom latte (amazing!). They also sell a variety of pastries and light sandwiches. Log into their free wifi and stay awhile! There are plenty of seats for all. read more

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Love the wall of open book pages. Didn't love how I couldn't get a seat to enjoy the view! This place looks so hipster, it hurts. I got the lavender infused white hot chocolate and it was great. I believe it's made in-house with vanilla bean, cardamom & steamed milk. It has a light floral flavour that's not overly sweet. Definitely coming back to try their food and other drink items. read more

FIKA - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Service: Great service from the cashier and the barista. They were extremely pleasant and friendly. They answered all the questions I had for them and explained the menu items to me. 5/5   Food: I did not have any food here as this was a quick stopover for me. The iced Cardamom spiced latte was to die for. With a sprig of mint, the drink was extremely refreshing and subtle to the taste. I was genuinely sad when it was finished and wanted a whole giant mug of it. The ginger cookie I had was also lovely. It was not overpowered by the taste of ginger but has a great note to it. 5/5 Atmosphere: An extremely clean, bright and airy space. This Swedish inspired café hits the mark with its grey, white and light blue décor. The back room of the café is where one can work and have meetings as it has a big table for a group. That room is my favorite one as it is beautifully filled with plants and a feature wall with pages from various books of literature. The overall feel of the space and café is cozy and excellent for a great Atmosphere: An extremely clean, bright and airy space. This Swedish inspired café hits the mark with its grey, white and light blue décor. The back room of the café is where one can work and have meetings as it has a big table for a group. That room is my favorite one as it is beautifully filled with plants and a feature wall with pages from various books of literature. The overall feel of the space and café is cozy and excellent for a great time out. Also, they do have a patio at the front if you are looking to soak up the sun. 5/5 More photos and complete review on: www.thelocalepicure.ca read more

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I have never actually dined here, but have hung out here a few times with friends. They have two great patios, and a hammock! I tried to get my boyfriend to swing in the hammock with me, but alas, I seem to be the only "rebel" in the relationship. My friends have ordered their hot and cold coffees, and it was a hit and miss for them. For example, one friend ordered Fika's signature coffee, made with espresso, milk, cardamom bitters, simple syrup & fresh mint - which sounded delicious to me. But according to my friend, "it was an interesting taste at the beginning - one that I thought I would like. But by the third sip, I was over it. The flavor combination did not do it for me." Those that ordered the less fancy coffees had no complaints. I also heard great things about their pastries, specially the bun (not sure if it is cinnamon, or another spice). And both times I was there, I noticed that most of their patrons were eating items from their food menu - lots of sandwiches covered their tables. So they must be good, right?! If you find yourself in Kensington Market, and want to get away from the hustle and bustle, Fika is a great place to escape to. read more

FIKA - Cinnamon bun and cardamom coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Located right in the middle of Kensington market, this coffee shop is the perfect midday coffee spot. There is a patio out front, but once you walk in you realize there's many seatings for 2 or for groups of 2 or more. Then you walk past the baristas and there is a big table, the perfect study spot! But the best part is the patio outside that is shaded by big trees, and there is a HAMMOCK! Yes a hammock you can lie on and take a little nap! The coffee is delicious! I had the fika iced coffee and it had this spiced flavor to it that made it stand out from other iced coffees i have ever tried, something I definitely would recommend! I also had their oatmeal cookies, and omg I want another one right now! Overall, I think I found my new coffee spot! read more

FIKA - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place is a gem. I came across an article on Condé Nast Traveller, it stated that the world best iced coffee is right here in Kensington Market and had to try it. From the moment I stepped inside Fika, I felt in love with the Swedish-stye décor, clean, minimal, homey and inviting. Fika Iced Coffee was very different from other iced coffee drinks I have tried. It was amazing! There were hints of sweetness and a floral aroma from the coffee. The freshly crushed cardamon with fresh mint took this drink to another level. Friendly staff. Awesome patio (have I mentioned it?). With the World's Best Iced Coffee title, it's a place I don't mind making a long trek to satisfy my thirst. read more

FIKA - Fika Iced Coffee, The world's best iced coffee, according to Condé Nast Traveller. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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A hidden coffee shop that would probably be one of the most unique places you'd go to. Came for coffee and got the iced coffee. All the food and coffee tasted good but I wouldn't call it extraordinary. Prices are average with 2 iced coffes and 1 latte totalling $14. Go for: the very homely and unique decor, two patios in the summer (1 in front, 1 in rear) Don't go for: full meals read more

FIKA - Check it out! Cool, eh? - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I guess in the spirit of the Swedish concept of 'fika,' the folks of FIKA at Kensington Avenue went all-out to make this place feel homey. It's a starkly clean and bright, dramatic contrast compared to the grungy bohemian feel of the rest of Kensington Market--from the open kitchen to the famous wall of books, and even the backyard hammock, you feel like you're really in somebody's house (it's technically housed in a typically Toronto bay-and-gable house), or an IKEA catalogue page. Do I take off my shoes when I step inside? It's a hip folksy minimalistic cafe straight outta a hipster folksy magazine with a variety of different Scandinavian-inspired spaces to fika. What I did not expect is weekend brunch service. Menu looks to be basic brunch fare (eg. eggs benny) priced at the mid-$teens (but smells damnnnnn good), but not here to eat. Despite so, every order is processed on a first-come-first-served basis at a pace slower than a Starbucks, so even a cup of tea takes bloody long to make. And maybe that gives you time to watch the cute (though feel kinda snobbish) hipster kitchen staff elegantly prepare brunch meals, or see what furniture and items in here are from Ikea (lol). I did try their much raved to an hyperbolic high special iced coffee (which they refer to as the Fika iced coffee; $5) as i write this. The refreshing minty hints and mint garnish makes it feel more like drinking mojito. I can taste the excitement; it's a must try on a cool summer day as you let time fly on the hammock. Cool. Some complaints include their policy of inexplicably disabling wifi access in their weekend brunch service hours (first time I have encountered public WiFi provided by Facebook for whatever reason), and my sister reporting staff indifference to a broken toilet I felt compelled to fix it myself. With so many cozy spaces to pick from, Fika is fine for hanging out over a cup in their mix of spaces offering endless Instagram-friendly moments (see kids, in the old days we would call it 'Kodak moments'), for it's quite a chill place for being left alone or a civilized meet with a friend atmosphere-wise. The refreshing interior design novelty of the cafe, absolutely compared to most other indie coffee shops in Toronto that are hipster-heavy in reclaimed wood and exposed brick, seems to be the main draw here. {TTC: Dundas streetcar to either Spadina or Augusta Aves} read more

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Cute little cafe with a very hipstery-homey feel. I absolutely love the decor. There isn't much seating, but the communal table in the back is good for quiet cafe dwellers while the front is more chat friendly. I got the iced coffee which contains espresso, milk, cardamom and mint. As a former barista, I just want to clarify that this is not an iced coffee but an iced latte. The drink itself had a very strong cardamom flavour and was sweet, but not too sweet. The mint was literally a sprig of mint placed on top, so it was there but the flavour wasn't. The lavender white hot chocolate is sweet with a mild lavender taste. At first, it does taste like soap for those who aren't familiar with lavender, but after a couple sips you get used to it. I'd definitely recommend stopping by for the lavender white hot chocolate. It's just one of those things you gotta try at least once. read more

FIKA cafe- very comfy environment. Ordered flat white, really enjoy the atmosphere. Will come back to try the brunch menu. read more

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3.5/5! I love the simplistic, all white and airy decor of this place. The patio and front seatings are more for individuals who love to enjoy their brunch and quick coffee break. Whereas at the back there is a communal table, a chalkboard wall and a wall fill with book pages, very quite and comfortable. If you want to enjoy some nature and get away from the loud noises of the city, there is a private garden at the back with a hammock! *FIKA only offer free wifi after 3PM and you have to ask the waitress for the password. *Friendly and efficient services. *They keep the space very clean. -FIKA ICED COFFEE - $4.40: Initially I didn't like it, as the mint and cardamom were quite an odd pairing with coffee, but I grew to love the flavor. The drink itself was very aromatic from the cardamom and not too sweet. I didn't think the mint was needed as the cardamom already added a spicy and herbal kick to the coffee. -Scones: I can't remember what type of scone this was, as they have different choices for the day. I remember having another scone with a raspberry jam and they were just the average scones. On both occasions, the scones I got were cold, hard and very dense, however they weren't too sweet and went well with a cup of coffee. -LAVENDER WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE - $4.00: The lavender white hot chocolate was another specialty of FIKA, and it wasn't my favourite as I find lavender is too strong and artificial. Also, white chocolate isn't chocolate lol, it's pure sugar so this drink is very sweet. read more

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A cute cozy coffee shop in Kensington market! It can get really busy on the weekend so highly recommend going as early as possible. I got the cardamom latte which was amazing!! Had a hint of cardamon and super flavourful. My only complaint is the spots to sit were very limited. It was a rainy day and there was no place to sit inside. I had to wait to get a chair on a super dirty table. Other than that i would recommend it! read more

FIKA - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Lovely decorations small cozy space with a patio in front and at the back. Really liked the wall covered with books. The mocha was especially nice, it's not too sweet and the cocoa aroma was very flavourful. The latte was smooth too. Would go back if I'm in the area. read more

FIKA - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Small little cafe with limited seating. It seems like they transformed the first floor of a house into a cafe. The food here is pretty good and unique though there are limited options. Since it is a small shop, it can get crowded. If you're sitting in the front on cold days, you'll pray no one opens the door to let all the cold air in. Luckily, there is a small section in the back with a few seats. In this backroom, there is a cute little facade of old books with pages exposed. Great for photos. read more

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Really cute place for a coffee break or light breakfast/lunch! The decor is so clean and so fresh! I didn't want to leave. Soothing music playing in the background..... I had a toasted (panini pressed) ham and cheese croissant. It was flaky and light and perfect. Great patio in the front too. read more

I love FIKA's outdoor back patio space. It is the ideal place to have a nice chit-chat with a friend. Although what ruins it sometimes, is the loud boisterousness of others, totally out of the control of FIKA, even if you were to tell the staff there, there is only so much they can do... And some people don't take it all that well, but what I have to say to them is BE CONSIDERATE of others that are there, by themselves or with some of their friends and can barely hear their friend sitting next to them, or themselves, think... I mean, c'mon respect is respect and I'm sure you'd appreciate the same! The food was good. Although somewhere along the way my friend's order got mixed up and I must have not read the menu fully to know that the sandwich I ordered was open-faced, tartine style; that kind of disappointed me, but then again, what I had, came out to be the proper amount of bread. Especially with smoked salmon. Unless there is going to be A LOT of smoked salmon packed in there, one doesn't need a lot of bread because then the flavours (of the smoked salmon) will get lost. The tartine I had was tasty, I didn't like the crème fraîche.... I personally thought it was far too thick and it didn't taste like the amaZing crème fraîche I know and love, I don't know what brand they use and that has an IMPACT. It also came with a side of kale salad. I LOVE kale... seriously one of my favourite veggies! Unfortunately, FIKA's recipe calls for extreme dousing of the kale in oil. Whether or not that is extra virgin olive oil or not was unclear to me.... I can't remember tasting it. EVOO has a distinct flavour and I don't recall. I understand that kale almost requires a finer pallet, or one that is more accustomed to the flavour, because not everyone loves kale, but when you pair something that is meant to be highly nutritional, with something that is not; however good the kind of oil is than it detracts from the point of consuming nutritious food. I'd possibly go again, I mean the bread is by Blackbird's up the street and is excellent and FIKA changes their menu daily, so writing off this place because of one time seems unfair. The cookies are from Splendido and I enjoyed my chocolate chip cookie immensely! The service was polite and kind and unpretentious, which is always a good thing. read more

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Do you ever go to a place and it just reminds you of a different world? I was in Stockholm in August 2017, and visiting FIKA on a sunny Sunday afternoon just brought back all the good memories from my stay in Sweden. The laid back afternoon vibes, the cinnamon buns I would eat during my morning commute as I traveled through the old town, the subtle but beautiful design that I found in every shop. As I sat in the back, surrounded by cute plants and with The Pixies playing in the background, it felt like I had stepped into a different world, enclosed within the confines of this cute cozy coffee shop. Maybe I've been reading too many books involving magical realism and parallelism, but there was definitely something poetic and whimsical about my Sunday afternoon at FIKA. I will definitely be coming back! read more

I came here as part of Indie Coffee passport 2013. There are quite a few cafes in this area which cover two extreme i.e. poor to very good. This place falls into the later category thankfully. The setup is nice and clean with an open inviting seating area with bright light adding to the ambiance on a cooler day. They advertise that their scones are one of the best in the city so had to try one of those. The scone was decent. They seem to have spared no expense in certain area, how often does one see mugs/cups from Le Crueset at a cafe! On to the main event of cappucino. Here is the verdict Espresso: Medium/strong flavor Crema': Just gorgeous Milk: Frothed very well with nice microfoam. Latte Art: Good High marks here folks as this is a cappuccino done well. The size is your traditional take so if you are expecting an over sized version of this drink you have been told. 4 Stars. Update I came here to try the highly rated Iced Coffee with cardamom (sans the mint as they were out) it is quite good so worth a try if you are into cold coffee. read more

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I read about this place on NOW Magazine- what hooked me in was reading that they had lavender white hot chocolate! Sounds yummy! My visit was on a Friday morning, so the place was quiet. Service: Excellent- my lavender white hot chocolate($4) and a coconut granola bar($3) were brought to me. Food: My lavender white hot chocolate was amazing! The scent of lavender reminded me of when I was in France. The drink was not as sugary and sweet as I thought, which I really liked. This is not one of those sugary hot chocolate that you buy from big-chain coffee stores. The coconut granola bar was excellent- it was crunchy and smooth. It was very filling and it was not as sweet as other bars that you buy in a cafe. I can't wait to come back!!! read more

Really friendly staff and a great atmosphere if you're looking for a place to do some relaxed studying or just catch up with a friend! They have food options as well as snacks along with their coffees, lattes and tea lattes. They are Swedish inspired so a lot of their foods and drinks incorporate that. They also have vegan snacks! Definitely check this place out read more

I came here after eating at Egg Bae, wanting to break up my cafe routine and hungry for a little pastry, as my sandwich didn't quite fill me up. First off, this is the cutest spot, and it immediately "grabbed" me: it's a converted house, with a front room with a bunch of tables and then a back room (by the apparently legendary book wall) which seemed to be heavily populated by computer users. It wasn't quite full when I arrived, so I was able to grab one of the two comfy armchairs (think easy chair) not far from the counter. The very friendly and knowledgeable cashier helped me select a tea (unlike Icha, it looks like this one was in a bag and not hand-brewed, but they used a quality brands) and, more important, explained how the Swedish cinnamon bun varied from the more typical variety. It sounded good--and a little less sweet--so I grabbed one of those. It was indeed a little less sweet (it's more "spiced" with things like cinnamon and cardamom) but just as delicious and made in-house, which is important. In the meantime, I settled into my easy chair, where I read and even had a great conversation over the course of the early afternoon, though admittedly I got so comfortable at one point I nearly fell asleep. The only drawback of the chair's particular location is that it got very busy shortly after I arrived, and the line to the cashier snaked right by me. People would sometime lean over the back of the chair--sometimes putting their arms on the top of it right by my head--to look at the food menu (is there somewhere that could be relocated?). Also, the bathroom is down a narrow set of stairs. For someone elderly like my mom, that would have been really challenging, if not impossible, to negotiate. But all in all, I loved the energy here. It's definitely a great place to kill a few hours and perhaps get some work done. read more

Since I discovered this lovely Cafe in Kensington I am a happy person. Starting with the place, I love the decor, very minimalist and pure, the walls are all white (but the wall that it's full of open books glued to it, which is so cool) everything it's always clean, upstairs, downstairs, the washroom, everything it's clean! Their back patio it's beautiful, very relaxing, perfect to take your friend and have a chat or get some inspiration and write or read a book, it's just lovely. If you have to work on something this is also the place to do so, lots of small tables in the front where you can work and a big table in the back as well. My all time favourite it's the FIKA iced coffee, I love the taste of the cardamom bitters, very fresh and different. The magic bars are amazing, made with dark chocolate, coconut. This is my favourite little coffee shop, I love kengsinton market and every time I'm in the are FIKA it's a must. read more

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One of the best brunches in the city! Small, simple and delicious. Salmon Benedict cooked perfectly. Coffee was excellent. Service was warm and welcoming. Really nice patio in the sunshine was full at the front so we sat in the garden in the back. See you again next Saturday! read more

FIKA - Delicious! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Such a warm and welcoming coffee shop mixed between the vintage clothes shops. A perfect rest from all shopping. The service was fantastic and made some excellent recommendations about their favorite drinks. While there it was national cinnamon bun day, and it was fun for them to throw a small party every time someone ordered one. The drinks were delicious and made quickly. I absolutely loved this shop while in town! read more

Mmmmm cardamom iced mint coffee for the win! This was a lifesaver when we were navigating the heat on our Toronto vacation. I asked for my coffee slightly sweetened and it was perfect! I much prefer this mint iced coffee compare to the famed Philz mint mojito. This cardamom in the coffee wasn't overwhelming but gave it a slight spice that reminded me of a dirty chai. My boyfriend wasn't a fan of his cold brew though. It came in a can poured into a cup with no ice so it warmed up pretty quickly. The cafe itself is gorgeous and I'm glad we got to find it for an afternoon pick me up. read more

FIKA - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Beautiful interior, delicious pastries, cool products for sale and really friendly staff!

The good: good coffee, great atmosphere, and super nice staff. I had the cappuccino my first time here, I would recommend it and try it again. The bad: the hot chocolate here wasn't great :/ wasn't a fan. They unfortunately ran out of the lavender white hot chocolate, so I didn't get a chance to try that. The ugly: nothing ugly here. Neutral: there are settings for 2 at the front and at the back there is a huge table for bigger groups or those that don't mind sitting with strangers. Their baked stuff is pretty good. They now have the pilot cold brew if anyone is looking for that. read more

The atmosphere is quaint and welcoming. I got a latte, cinnamon bun (for sharing) and the vegetable breakfast sandwich; all of the food was delicious, high quality and beautiful presentation. A great find! Make your way here when you come to Toronto! read more

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Great food taste, great coffee, and friendly people. Would have given 5 stars if not for the dirty tables and dirty stained upholstery. read more

Who's ready for a FIKA?! FIKA as used in Sweden means "having a break", most often a coffee break (Wiki). And, let me tell you, FIKA is one of the cutest places to be for a coffee break! They turned a house into a coffee shop, but kept a house's charms. They have a patio in the backyard with a hammock for you to lie on with a friend/partner. It's decorated beautifully with a very homey feel. I loved how they put book pages on one wall. A very creative artistic piece. A word of caution, there is only one bathroom. I ordered the ice coffee (their specialty). While, I found it a bit bland, it was still a unique drink. I think it would be good if they made the flavor stronger. I was there on a sunny Sat afternoon so it was quite busy. I had to wait about 5 minutes for my coffee. Wifi is turned on at 3:00pm on sat and sun as per the barista. I will be back to try other items on their menu and to hang out! read more

FIKA - Fika's famous ice coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Nice Ikea inspired space. That's it. The Swedish-inspired pastries are sub-par in every way. None of the staff are Scandinavian even!

Their pastry and coffee are really delicious! Worth trying all of them!! Awesome cafe for spending afternoon with friends!! Hidden gem in kensington Market!! :) read more

FIKA - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

3 Stars. What a great spot in Kensington Market. There are a few more coffee places in the market, but those seem a little grungy and have an edge to them. Fika is clean and simple. The brightness of the colours they used to decorate are great and the big window in the front lets a ton of natural light in. The coffee meets the expectation of good coffee. I had the cappuccino and it was nice to have a REAL cappuccino, not a latte called a cappuccino. The taste of it made you wanting more. They are a coffee shop; this is what they do. Some places have ok coffee with liquor, food, and so much more, but they don't have an identity. This place has an identity: they make good coffee. They have minimal food options available, which I like because the food doesn't define them, the drinks do. For those who like a little spice their Cardamom Spiced Latte is the drink of choice. The place is just great and is the place I will come to in Kensington. Very clean, very nice. Well done Fika! That's it. read more

FIKA - Cappuccino. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Delicious cappuccino (try the cardamom spiced version - it's amazing!), great ambiance, and tasty baked goods. Pro tip: for those of us who are gluten-free, they usually have a cashew-butter based coconut and fruit bar that is sinfully delicious. read more

FIKA - Cardamom-spiced cappuccino and a gluten- and grain-free nut and fruit bar. Delicious! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The cafe was really cute! The coffee was unique! I love cardamom! So, it suited my taste very well! The cookies were super yummy! Mint strawberry and blueberry cookies read more

I knew this place was hip and happenin' and surely it was. There's a patio out front, a lot of seating inside with the Instafamous wall. I didn't know there was a hammock so another visit is due. I ordered the ice coffee. It was a little pricey at $5 but very very good. They pull the espresso right in front of you and then shake it with iced milk. You can switch to soy/lactose free/almond for an extra $0.50. The secret though is the mint sprig and cardamom. Definitely worth a try! read more