Cutest little coffee shop in the heart of Kensington market. Awesome location with a good amount of outdoor seating and lovely minimalist/hip decorations that make this a very relaxing place to sit for a quick bite or coffee. Take note: this generally seems like an awesome place to hunker down and get work done, but they do not provide free wifi between the months of May to October, presumably to keep crowds moving. Be sure to try their signature Fika Iced Coffee - particularly in the summer - as it is very refreshing with cardamom and mint flavors. Great take on a classic. There are minimal food selections, but the Bacon Breakfast Sandwich I had was flavorful and tasty. read more

I love the exterior of the shops and cafes in the Kensington area! Fika is for sure one of the most artsy places I have ever been to. There's a small patio outside and nice cushions and tables inside. They also have interesting paintings and decorations on their walls. When you go further down in the cafe, there's an area where an entire wall is covered with books. Then there's an exit to the "backyard" where you'll find more seats with small little tables and a hammock ! For exteriors and interior, I would rate this place 4 stars ( if you love taking pictures, come here !) When I came here for brunch, I ordered a ham and cheese wrap which came with a salad ( I choose quinoa ) and my friend ordered a breakfast bagel which came with a salad and baked potatoes. I think I would recommend hers over mine because her portion was larger and cheaper.My wrap was this seaweed looking wrap which I didn't particular love .. but it wasn't bad. On the other hand, the salad was very good and filling. Perks of eating healthy : leaving your stomach full and satisfied when you only ate a small portion :) I would rate my overall experience a five , I was pretty satisfied ( but then again , I don't think I have very high expectations when I try new places ! ) I need to come back to try our their drinks! Many yelpers recommend the white lavender hot drink, mmmm read more

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Only been here once but this is definitely a hidden gem. It's quirky and hipster, and they have an amazing wall at the back to take pictures. It was cool that I did not come here looking for this wall, and it wasn't until after I went home to the U.S. that I realized this place is Insta-famous! The wall is decorated with books from floor to ceiling, with a farmhouse table in front - I LOVED that - I wish I could have that in my own house. Then their other quirk is that they have a llama (?) as their mascot. I don't really get it but hey, maybe that's just the owner's thing. The name Fika is apparently Swedish for having coffee along with pastries. Now that is my kind of theme. Their coffee also was awesome. Mine came with a mint leaf and it was something I had never tried before. It gave a freshness and a kick to the coffee and that is something I will venture more into in the future! read more

I just love Kennsington! And this place has awesome patio! I had espresso ( as usual) and I just had to have avocado bread. It was roasted slice of french white bread with smooth spread made from avocado, then on top sliced tomatoes, pickled red onion and cilantro = another version of guacamole. I totally fell in love with their cups! Amazing and veryyyy stylish washroom! read more

FIKA - French bread with avocado spread aka guacamole. And awesome espresso. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Really cute Swedish style coffee house. The owner went on student exchange to southern Sweden and fell in love with Swedish coffee culture! (according to staff when I asked) I lived in Sweden for 6 years and this is the closest thing to a Swedish coffee shop I have experienced outside of Scandinavia. Scandinavian language speakers seem to frequent Fika too, giving the place an authentic flavour! The coffee is good too and the cinnamon buns are delicious! read more

FIKA - Entrance to Fika in Toronto - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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It is really cute cafe. Had earl grey latte was really good. The decoration is really cool. Probably will come here again. read more

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What makes a house a home? Cardamom. Fika is a mint green house turned cafe and restaurant on the main strip in Kensington Market. She is mint green brick and equal parts cozy and chic. I sipped one of their enjoyable designer lattés on their communal patio, it was a heavenly people-watching and cardamom-y experience. I checked out the insides to use the facilities and came face-to-face with a breakfast sandwich I plan on returning for in the near future. read more

I really liked my visit to Fika. It was a quiet and clean cafe, much like many around Toronto but the atmosphere and simplistic decor made it different. I would say close to a Scandinavian feel, Fika is a Swedish coffee shop that serves good coffee and offers front and back patios which make it perfect for the summer. After speaking to the barista, she informed me that 'Fika' meant 'to take a break' or 'coffee break' in Sweden (Used like, lets go for Fika). While the front patio had a squared picnic table for communal seating, the back patio was more like a backyard with a porch (actually, that's what it really was). Finished with patio furniture and a hammock hovering above the grass, it was a great setting just to relax and chat. The inside was very modern/contemporary and if you can just imagine an IKEA kitchen or cafe, that's exactly what you step into. Overall I liked the patio seating, the backyard atmosphere, the friendly service and good cappuccinos. It was a new experience with different vibe than any other coffee place I've been to in Toronto. read more

My friend and I ordered FIKA Cardamom Spiced Latte and Tea latte. We also enjoyed Fig Chocolate Cardamom Oat Cookie and Vegan Carrot Date Ginger Muffin with Walnut Streusel and they were very good and the treats were very tasty. We loved the decor with a whole wall with books as wallpaper. A lot of great places down at Kensignton and it remains a happening place. Definitely a gem at Kensignton Market. read more

FIKA - Tasty break for a great day at the Kensington Market. I had the Vegan Carrot Date Muffin with Walnut Streusl and Latte Fig Chocolate Cardam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

4.5 Stars! Today was my first FIKA experience, and although I just popped in to get a coffee and take a quick look around I left really impressed. I ordered an Americano and let's just say it might be my favourite in the city. I will wait until round three or four before I make that an official title.. Customer service was great and each employee I crossed paths with smiled at me which I always appreciate. Inside is beautiful and really well done, I look forward to coming back to enjoy more of the atmosphere. The cherry on top for me is that the logo is a unicorn... it warms my heart. Obviously some things never change. read more

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I think I might have found my favourite cafe so far in Kensington Market. Fika Cafe is a Swedish-styled cafe that is all about minimalism. I am very drawn to simple and clean-styled cafes with a nice space and this place definitely hits the spot. I learnt that it was opened by the owner of Splendido, which is a contemporary Canadian restaurant near Harbord and Spadina. I think it's pretty cool to own a restaurant and a cafe. The cafe has a nice back room with a large table for people to sit together and do work. I like how Fika Cafe has small tables in the front and a large one in the back to accommodate to the number of customers. The space is available for rent and since the owner is a photographer, there will be future crafting and tech workshops. I quite enjoyed my Fika Cardamom Spiced Latte. It was a unique taste but it reminded me a bit of cinnamon as well. I wished I had the opportunity to try out their Lavender White Hot Chocolate because it sounded quite amazing. I think I would like to come back here again when the weather is nicer and I'm around in Kensington Market. Oh! And the cafe's business card is way too cute. You can remove the pony from the card and Instagram the journeys of Dala, the Fika Pony, with #FikaKensington. read more

THIS PLACE IS SO CUTE. A turquoise gem in Kensington market, FIKA is treasure. Literally, this place place is bright in colour on the outside and bright with natural lighting on the inside. I've been here for brunch on the weekends and it is also a tasty treat. The plates always look very pretty, like they know they're waiting to be photographed. I'd recommend a benny. It's slightly difficult to get a table out front, but they have a large communal table room in the back and some space outside. As far as #views go, any space is a score. read more

The coffee here was good and there's free wifi that's easily accessible. However the space is very limited and there was a wait for seating. The tables are very small and not really great for studying. The washroom was also out of service which was very inconvenient at a coffee shop. All in all, this place is good if you want to catch-up with a friend but bad if you're planning on doing some work/read/study. read more

In terms of brunch, would forego this place. Between the FIKA breakfast and the eggs benny with salmon - no real standouts and not really worth it for the price. There are better places to spend your brunch money. But hey, if you're chillin' here and feel like getting some food to substantiate the baked goods yer havin' - go for it. Otherwise, real cute cafe - front patio, couches in the main section, large communal table in the back + back patio (with a hammock!). Decor adds a nice ambiance. Feels like you're hanging out in a nice house full o' strangers, hah DO TRY: I'd say FIKA's got a nice touch on their "FIKA iced coffee" - cardamom and mint are interesting ingredients to include. The coffee goes down real smoothly though, it's really more of an iced latte. Raisin scones are served with fresh apple jam (love!) and are extremely fluffy. Not your usual bready texture so give 'em a try. Also, eyeing the cinnamon buns - man, those look good. read more

I visited pretty early in Fika's existence but it left me wanting to go back. The space is clean and uncluttered. Coffee was good and service was very friendly. Not a huge selection of tasty treats the day I visited which is probably a good thing. I've been eating far too much lately and it allowed me to make my trip about the coffee. Washroom is down a narrow stairs but was super clean and quite cute. For some reason, they didn't have the patio furniture set up the day I visited but it's a great space for summer coffee and chats. Will return! read more

I'm just posting this to rave about their lavender white hot chocolate. It was absolutely delicious! It had hints of lavender and cardamom, and the white chocolate actually wasn't overpoweringly sweet. At first I was very skeptical of the cardamom but it turned out to be very subtle and added some interest to the drink. I definitely recommend it. Their space is clean and minimalist. They have a couple small tables inside filled with people lounging around on laptops and some spots outside on the patio. read more

There's a Danish concept called "hygge", which "in essence...means creating a warm atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life with good people". Fika embodies this concept of coziness to a T. It has all the hallmarks of my favourite type of cafe: excellent natural lighting, homey decor, good coffee and light fare in case you're peckish. Bonus features: their instantly Instagram-worthy paperback wall and those shelves upon shelves of dainty vintage teacups. I first tried their famous iced latte with mint and cardamom bitters. Now I'm totally enamoured by cardamom in my coffee, so only ever come here for either the iced coffee or spiced cardamom latte. Though I have found my absolute favourite cardamom soy latte in this city elsewhere, I enjoy the ambiance of Fika, especially when I have a moment to sit and enjoy the hustle and bustle of Kensington Market. read more

LAVENDER WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE? OK. SOLD. Most places around the market have grown this sort of pretentious vibe to em, but this place is an exception. The atmosphere is beautiful - simple, comfortable, colourful but not overwhelmingly distracting. Beautiful is a good word methinks. I stopped in here because I'm doing the indie coffee passport adventure, and I was stuck deciding between the cardamom latte (which sounds delicious) and the lavender hot chocolate (which also sounded just as delicious.) I ended up getting the latter, and they had soy milk available, which was a total win because regular milk makes me nauseous and yeah. all around good stuff :) But the drink itself! It was the perfect temperature, not overly sweet, super yums and served in a solid blue mug that wasn't teeny tiny (i.e. not a rip off) and was simple, but still really nice. Everything about this place seems beautiful in how simple it is. I would definitely come back. I like. read more

Amazing coffee, service, food and people. Cool elements that make it feel unique and special. Love it all!

Fika is still one of my favourite cafes in Toronto. I can't help but appreciate the beauty of a clean and simple space. I had a wonderful cortado in the fall. We sat in the backyard on a bench. Most of the outdoor seating was put away. In the summer, people chill on the hammocks and read outside. It was quieter this time of the year. Students were studying in the backroom and people carried quiet conversations in the front. Everyone was very mindful of each other. read more

The baked goods here were on par with those served at much fancier restaurants (not cafes). I understand the store doesn't look like a bakery but you'd do well to stop in and pick something up to go. After eating these you can't go back to a coffee shop with regular baked goods. They were the best desserts I had at any restaurant, cafe, etc. in Toronto. The fancy iced coffee seems reaching a bit to justify its price. It's better than a normal iced coffee but seems to require 2x the labor. I enjoy watching people work too; sometimes I just want an iced coffee to sip. The brunch was only 4.5 stars (a bit overpriced and spare) but who said I'm averaging these things? read more

I won't comment on the "quality" of coffee (I enjoy it!) because I am no connoisseur but I do know that I have not had a bad experience here. I've been 4-5 times now and I will note the following: 1. Food tastes great, is fresh and creative. (the salmon breakfast wrap on the weekends is my favourite) 2. The staff are super nice. 3. The back patio feels like an escape from the city. 4. Little hints of Sweden are a nice touch. My favourite cafe in the city (other ones I like/tried: Le Neuf and Jimmy's) read more

I highly recommend Fika if you're in the area! First of all, the interior is gorgeous. It's minimal and bright but cozy and cute as well. If I lived nearby, I would definitely be a regular customer. My bf liked their Americano, and I had a seasonal rose lemonade type drink (I don't remember the exact name) which was delicious! Reminded me of a rose-infused mojito. They offer pastries as well as small breakfast and lunch menus. They have outdoor seating in the front and the back. read more

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The most "un-Kensington Cafe" in Kensington, reminds me more of a cafe I might find adorning the likes of Queen East, and that's a good thing in my books. I loved how the more I walk in the more I realise just how much seating there is, from the front patio, main area, communal back table all the way to the back patio which had some wicked looking seating spots (all occupied during my visit). Bonus points for having a kickass "book wall" in the back! And yeah, "cute" would be what I would use to describe this place. I ordered a latte and a vegan nut and berry bar, the latte was ordered with almond milk, but I didn't really taste any difference, but the highlight was definitely the nut and berry bar, they had free samples at the counter and I knew it was the perfect thing to munch on with my drink. I still really enjoy the coffee at some of the other Kensington coffee spots, but Fika wins for being the type of cafe I would want to visit if I was having my coffee "for here". read more

I was looking for a quiet patio in Kensington to take a call when I happened across FIKA's patio. Ordered the FIKA iced coffee with cardamom and mint and thought it was very different but tasty! If you're looking for a more traditional iced coffee, this one is not for you. I will be back to try their other drinks and nibblies... The patio is lovely to sit in and enjoy. FIKA has a buy 9 get 1 free coffee card. Ask for it and they will keep it on file for your next visit. read more

Used to love coming here -- but I guess they have changed their menu and added new staff, maybe under new management not sure. Food used to be some of our absolute favorite in the market. Kind of rude, gave us the wrong order - and even wrong, the food was not good. Plain kale leaves, stale bread chunks, and a dried out, burnt egg sandwich. Not a great experience... read more

(actually the review should be 3.5 stars) Everytime I come back to toronto this Swedish cafe is my go to place for getting work done especially if I need : a. Good cozy vibes / cute cutlery / cute everything b. Good coffee c. Good food (?- read more below) d. Space!! And outlets! Ive tried their spiced cardamom latte and cinnamon roll which were divine especially on a cold winter day. But today I opted for a spiced rose cookie paired with an almond milk cappuccino. The cappuccino was good- no complaints. However I was a tad disappointed by the cookie since it tasted stale and was difficult to chew on- which was a letdown considering how impressed I was with fika from my previous visits :( Nonetheless maybe they do other bakery items better - (ive already locked in on their Jam oatmeal cookie the next time I visit! ) read more

Unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to try any of the food at FIKA, but the iced coffee itself was enough to warrant a review! Apparently Conde Nast magazine named their iced coffee one of the best, and I would agree wholeheartedly. Being a coffee lover, I'm pretty critical about how my coffee tastes, preferably a darker, less acidic roast. The iced coffee at FIKA comes with cardamom and mint, which adds another dimension of spice to the drink. I loved that they gave me the option of using almond milk with no extra charge as well! My only complaint is that the coffee taste could be stronger, which could be easily fixed with an extra shot or two. FIKA is the type of cafe that I love discovering when I'm traveling, and that iced coffee is going to be the standard to which I compare any other iced coffees to in the future! read more

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

I'm hooked on the Lavender White Hot Chocolate, but who isn't?! Fika is the first place I stop by when visiting Kensington. The wifi is strong, and the Lavender White Hot Chocolate is amazing - it doesn't get better than that. Would visit this place more often if it weren't for the overall lack of space and seating. Not complaining, I still adore this place, but it is a deterance. read more

The food is very tasty and the staff are always nice, however I have other issues. First off being that they stop selling food at 4 pm, whereas other small cafes sell food right until closing. On top of that, there aren't enough vegan options. Not saying they should make everything vegan as that would not make sense, but at the very least they should consider making more vegan food. I am hoping that the cafe can work on this soon if they are able to. read more

One of the few coffee shops in Toronto that plays LO-FI music in the background. Super vibes, great latte and decorations in the cafe

I enjoyed the laid back atmosphere, but wasn't a huge fan of the iced coffee. There was a bit too much lavender flavor for my taste. The barista was very nice and I did enjoy the bacon breakfast sandwich I ordered. Although, there wasn't much consistency in the four sandwiches our group ordered. If you are a big fan of lavender, go for the iced coffee...otherwise I'd stick to the latte or espresso read more

I absolutely love this cafe! Their concept of hygge is adorable and a perfect haven on those gloomy Toronto winter days. My favourite dish was the open face smoke salmon sandwich on the lemon thyme ciabatta bread (this is one of the softest breads I've ever had!). Unfortunately they're taking that off the menu as they're making the menu totally in house and no longer getting supplies from previous vendors (which includes smoked salmon). Though I'm bummed I'm excited to see what their new menu has and what my new favourite dish will be! As a work place this place has limited seating and can sometimes be crowded and noisy, but at certain times it's only occupied by other people working creating a perfect work/study environment. read more

Great place, so quiet and peaceful. Great coffee and amazing pastry. We had a wonderful brownie, kardemom latte and kardemom bun. read more

Excellent coffee; way better than at many of the new hipster cafés that's sprung up lately.. The design is rather Scandinavian; cool and if music could be designed than this place would be very 'Cardigan' with Nina Persson as the lead vocal. However, the famous cinnamon buns/rolls are not homemade (I wonder if anything is made from scratch on premises - not like Beaches Bakeshop & Cafés) and if you're unlucky enough, you will be served one that's stale as a Botoxed forehead.. read more

Decent coffee and desserts. Nothing spectacular. Tables at the front of the cafe sit close together. More comfort and space are provided in the back. There's even a hammock, which is cool. It's the joint for hipsters. Cafe tends to close early. read more

4.5 stars VIBE What a lovely spot in Kensington Market! Though not a fan of the guy having a skype call in the back room while I'm trying to read. Common courtesy, people! I would like to see more sturdy chairs in the back room as opposed to the variety of neon lawn chairs but yes, it makes for an eclectic space. Staff are friendly. I DRANK It's all about the lavender, white hot chocolate. The flavours in this are delightful. A truly unique drink! OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK Fika is Swedish for break. I'd gladly take my breaks here when I'm in Kensington Market next. A nice addition to Kensington market. Can't wait until the front and back patios are open in the summer. read more

After a stroll through other coffeeshops in Kensington Market, none had the unique offering of the cardamon spiced latte. My friend got a chai tea latte elsewhere and came back within the hour to get this. I'm not a fan of the spiced drinks so I asked if they could do a lavender latte since they offered a lavender hot chocolate - and they could! It was delightful. Very cute spot with the book covered wall in the work/study room, teacup display behind the coffee bar, and small fireplace. read more

FIKA - Lavender latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Definitely recommend their cardamom latte, it's delicious! Plus the staff was super nice about me forgetting to tell them I needed lactose free milk and fixed my order. Thanks! read more

FIKA - Love their cardamom latte! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Ordered both the cardamon spiced latte and the lavendar white hot chocolate because I couldnt decide between the two (both popular recommendation by both baristas/public crowd). after tasting the two i must say hands down lavendar white hot chocolate sealed the deal. Ive never tasted a hot drink where the lavendar did not taste like potpourri. just absolutely delicious! the cardamon latte was just okay. i would love to go back to try their food menu and other hot drinks. read more

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