Future Bistro is a downtown student favourite...the food is cheap, served cafeteria style, and the service is friendly. The restaurant doesn't aspire to be anything fancy (...and it's not), but it's a perfectly acceptable place to grab a quick basic bite for a low price. The tables could use a little TLC as many of them are quite wobbly (like, your coffee will spill out of its cup wobbly). ------------------- Follow me on Instagram @yamisohungry for more! read more

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I was in the area so I decided to try out the cakes here. The vibe was modern, there's plenty of seating inside. There's a bar and you can also order burgers and sandwiches. I found the cakes were quite pricey like $7.25 a slice. I got a lemon blueberry cheesecake and a red velvet. The taste was just okay, nothing that special. read more

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Can't complain about a decent breakfast at a decent price. However, the eggs did not end up the way we ordered and the bread was subpar. Potatoes and sausage were good though. It's a self serve spot. Simple breakfast at a good price. No frills. read more

Future Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The venerable Annex oasis formerly known as Future's Bakery, now Future Bistro at Bloor and Brunswick, is a place I frequent, embracing its strengths while tolerating its shortcomings. Strengths: Convenient Location and Atmosphere: The relaxed, spacious, and casual vibe is ideal for groups, quiet work sessions, or casual meetings. It feels like a throwback to simpler times, offering a warm and unpretentious space to unwind. Desserts and Coffee: Their selection of cakes, displayed enticingly, and the bottomless coffee that accompanies ordered meals are standout features. These offerings are perfect for those looking for a cozy place to linger with a treat. Good Value: The affordable pricing makes it a popular spot for students and anyone seeking a budget-friendly snack or meal. Challenges: Inconsistent Food Quality: Unfortunately, the cooked meals often fall short. The scrambled eggs can be dry and flavorless, while sandwiches lack finesse. The seasoning is either too heavy-handed or absent altogether. Service: Staff interactions tend to be abrupt and purely transactional, lacking warmth or attentiveness. Accessibility: Accessibility is a significant issue. The narrow staircase leading to the basement washrooms is a clear barrier for individuals with mobility challenges. Decor and Cleanliness: The "grungy chic" decor might charm longtime patrons, but the outdated, slightly shabby interiors could use refreshing. Future Bistro remains a nostalgic favorite for many, but there's room for improvement to elevate the overall experience. It's still one of my go-to locations... read more

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Great bistro next to the hotel Annex where we stayed. Breakfast and the desserts were delish!

The focaccia of the Eggplant Parmesan sandwich is arguably the softest and fluffiest bread I have ever consumed. Otherwise, pretty neat joint with reasonable prices and nice ambiance. read more

Future Bistro - Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Went there for after diner desserts. They have a lot of cake options including cheesecake options. Me and my friend tried 2 different cheesecake flavors : baileys and pistachio. They were both really good. You could really taste the Baileys flavor in the Baileys one. I don't know if there's alcohol or not in it. The pistachio was a really good cheesecake too. However, I think that there was very little pistachio flavor. It tasted more like a classic delicious Philadelphia cheesecake with small bits of pistachio in it. I would definitely come back to try more of their cakes. This place also has brunch and lunch and diner options. You can seat wherever you want and you have to go to the counter to order. read more

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Nice divey, cafeteria style place for breakfast (all day), lunch or dinner. Great prices, lots of food and friendly service. It's a real European, community vibe in there. You can stay for a short time, or bring your laptop and do some work (free wifi). I had the perogies, and they were delish. I got to choose 2 sides. They have quite a few side options. Unfortunately they were out of the soup I wanted, so I had fruit salad (which was juicy musk melon) and a garden salad. My partner had the burger and fries and a beer. They also have a huge dessert display case. I had the matcha green tea cheesecake pop. It was delicious and I am very full! read more

Your map of regular diners in To should include Future. In among trendier bars and resto's, they still have the $2 student specials like a massive plate of mashed potatoes with gravy that you won't find anywhere else. Basic cafeteria style service where you have to watch everyone else to figure out, but once you get it, chow down and move along. They even have an AYCE perogie night which is kind of fantastic if you are in the mood for carbs loaded with more carbs. The dining area is spacious enough and if you are eating solo it is a great spot to meld into the background scenery (70s style wood) and din. Nobody will judge at Future. I had the breakfast which was eggs benny with ham, nothing fancy, just like To personified. read more

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In A Nutshell: -Future Bistro has some very, very good chili. -Seriously, I'm writing this entire review about their meaty chili. -It doesn't look like anything special when you order it, but as soon as you take a bite, you're like, "WOW". Overall, come here order the chili and get the Space Invader IPA to wash it all down. read more

Future Bistro - This meaty chili is b*mb! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

3 stars seems right... Has the potential for 5. Interior needs modernization (floors, setup). Chicken schnitzel is decent, better in surrounding area. More chicken, less breading. Perfect corner location in busy annex. read more

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Good prices, big portions, mediocre food. Cesar salad was plain, little dressing had to ask for more, garlic bread with it was good! Eggs benny was okay, hollandaise sauce did not have much flavour but home fries were great! read more

Future Bistro - Caesar salad with garlic bread + egg benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Overall: Not too bad, worth a try Price: Decent for breakfast and some meals. CAKEs/DESSERTS ARE TOO PRICEY Portion: not too bad. decent portion Taste: nothing spectacular, your average cafe/restaurant Service: its okay, they don't really serve you, you order then Sit then get your food then eat then but plates in the bin Venue: cute, cozy, people are with their partners or some people by themselves doing work. Been coming here for a while, they have student specials on week days too which I like. read more

Future Bistro - Benny - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

humble and amazing eatery , everything there is what you get everywhere but the taste, the quality , the price and the people are exceptional here ! i go here all the time and recommend all read more

Future Bistro - chocolate Banana cake and strawberry short cake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

If you enjoy mediocre half-assed cooking then this is the place for you! Tonight's dish was: Burnt dry Schnitzel Tasteless, flavourless chickpea salad Lumpy, cold mashed potatoes. The cutlery was dirty - a perfect pairing for the dumpy atmosphere. The wait staff doesn't care about much of anything and I'm generally confused why this place was so crowded. The food is overpriced and disappointing. Very underwhelming. Booo. read more

Future Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

One of my go to drinking places. Love this place. This place is pretty much self served. You order at the counters and wait for it. Then you can sit anywhere you want. I come here with my friends to get the sangria. They have the best sangria in town. Well in my opinion. I love it. I always get the red wine sangria but the white wine sangria is ok too. Sometimes we get a pitcher of beer too. Sometimes they have specials. They also have a side for cakes, coffee and tea. They have a wide selection of cakes and they are delicious. Alcohol and cake who would love that. They also have food too if you get hungry. The foods pretty tasty as well. Price wise, relatively cheap. read more

Future has a laid-back hipster student vibe to it. There is an early bird breakfast which starts at 8 AM. For $5.95 pre-tax it gets you only 3 eggs, home fries, toast & bottomless coffee/tea. How you order is confusing if you've never been here. As you enter there is a counter to your right and a bar/counter in the back left. For desserts, baked goods & coffee beverages go to the right and food at the back. Once you've ordered find a seat & they will shout out your order at least that's what they did for me when I ordered my breakfast. It's pretty much self-serve. There may be some table service later for lunch and dinner, not quite sure. The breakfast was so far below average--overcooked eggs, mushy home fries & very dry stale toast. It's like a 13 year old was making brekkie or something. Coffee was decent though and so are the store bought desserts. Students mainly come here for the cheap meals and beer...yes, they serve alcohol and have a great big patio to get shit faced with your friends and rave about the awesome crapolla food. read more

I've been coming here for years, and with the changes on Bloor West recently, I'm glad Future's is still around. It's one of the best places to go any time of day to have simple food in a casual environment. After dinner, the dessert selection makes this a great late night spot, if you have a sweet tooth. read more

https://www.agco.ca/alcohol/hours-alcohol-sale-and-service They aren't up to date on the hours for alcohol sales, and they serve boozy coffee. Missed opportunities. read more

Quirky cool Annex area cafe with tonnes of yummy looking cakes and deserts. Their jalapeño pirogies are great. Self-serve at the counter; bring it to a table of your choosing. Good selection of local beers on tap and in cans (I always get Downtown Brown which they pour from the can into a nice goblet or glass. Nice roomy tables and patio. Very chill atmosphere. Closes a bit earlier than I'd like it to but there are places to go to afterwards to continue the party. read more

An Annex staple. I've been here a number of times over the years and came for breakfast here recently. The place is a hybrid cafe / breakfast / greasy spoon kinda place. I got the chicken parmesan sandwich with soup on the side. There as some confusion with my order about whether I was allowed to get soup as the side. They tried to charge me for both soup and sides. Misunderstanding on both sides I suppose. My partner had her usual order of eggs Benedict. She was not a fan. Bad / weirdly spiced hollondaise that was super runny. She was quite disapointed. After all that I'm willing to try Futures again but I would probably recommend sticking to the standards or the pastry. read more

The best thing about this place is the location. The coffee urns are disgusting and they clearly have not been cleaned for ages (if ever). These machines need to be cleaned regularly. I ended up choosing a different coffee (less disgusting looking but still pretty gross) and it had probably been sitting there for ages because it was barely even warm - my sugar didn't dissolve. The chic chip cookie was pretty average and I felt that they are overpriced. If I'm paying these prices I expect better quality. Also, I felt something sharp when I sat down. On inspection I discovered a screw that had pierced through the chair and was digging into my leg. I told the staff and they said they would inform the manager. Whether they did it not, I will not go back to find out. read more

Future Bistro - Congealed coffee residue. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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We went to Future Bistro, thinking it was Future Bake Shop, hoping to get breakfast and some loaves of bread - and it's not! It used to be a location for Future Bake shop. I'll say it again - this is *not* Future Bake Shop. :-) Anyway - decided to stay and try breakfast. Honestly - wish we hadn't. Despite the great prices for breakfast, I was disappointed. Everything was cold and tastless. My feta and spinich omellette had exactly one bit with Feta cheese in it. My potato wedges looked great - but were cold and stale. My toast? Cold...and to add to it, so was the butter, so I couldn't even spread it on the toast. Coffee was boring and unsatisfying, even the so-called dark roasts. I left most of my meal and my coffee - wasn't worth eating. Very disappointed - it's hard to blow breakfast. Decor is great. Pastries in display look great. Guy behind the breakfast bar as wonderful - cheerful and helpful. But the food was not to my taste. Would I return: No. Would I recommend: No. read more

Ahh, Futures, a real jack-of-all-trades (coffee shop, bakery, cheap breakfast, cafeteria style lunch/dinner food, patio bar) establishment. I lived a couple floors above this place for 3 years so I was a frequent visitor. Here's my summary: PROs - huge awesome fresh cake selection - cheap, greasy breakfast - big, lively patio. Great for summer days, people watching - daily specials (all you can eat perogies on Wednesdays, for example) CONs - it's self service (cafeteria style line up) indoors. 2 Separate lines - one for hot food, one for coffee/desserts - the service on the patio is terrible, good luck trying to get drunk or settle your bill - the bathrooms are disgusting (but then again, Annex bathrooms are all pretty ghetto, for the most part) Great little place if you're in the neighbourhood. But if you're NOT in the neighbourhood, it's not really worth a trip. My fav meals - the breakfast special, the apple pancakes, perogies are ok, cabbage rolls are decent too! read more

Future Bistro is the perfect location for solo eaters. I came here alone to get work done and at least half the other customers were doing the same! Internet was fast, but it signed me out every 10 minutes when I was streaming. As for the food, I definitely had higher expectations because people on Yelp were raving about it. I ordered the jalapeño cheese pierogies which were spicier than anticipated. I also didn't realize they'd be boiled. It wasn't a horrible food experience, but it was very, very average. Maybe the desserts are tastier? If I eat by myself in the area again, I will definitely come back... BUT DEFINITELY NOT THE PIEROGIES read more

Future Bistro - Jalapeño cheese pierogie with coleslaw and fruit salads as sides - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Food: 4/5 Service: 3/5 Cleanliness: 3.5/5 Price: $$ I have a confession to make. I love cake. During my undergrad days, I ate a slice of cake a day. It was my food that allowed me to destress and its delicious taste in my mouth was so addicting. I can proudly admit that I was a regular at Future Bistro over the 5 years I was in Toronto because I was one of those who got their card stamped for every slice of cake that was ordered. My ultimate favourite cake is the Red velvet, but here at Future Bistro, I tend to gravitate towards cakes that I had never tried before. It's better if you go with a few friends or as a group, then you can try many different cakes at once. :P The service at the bistro seems like it can be a little improved; it does get quite busy during peak hours and many things are self serve (cutlery for example). The bistro offers over a dozen different kinds of cakes for you to choose from, not including its pies and other baked goods. I haven't heard one complain about how bad a cake tasted here so I think it's quite safe to go out of your comfort zone and try one that you had never tried before. I tend to gravitate towards cakes that have caramel in them while I'm here. The Super Caramel Crunch is my ultimate favourite at Future Bistro. It is layers of caramel and whipped cream which I absolutely love. Some might think it's a tad bit too sweet, but I beg to differ. It's the perfect amount of sweetness for me and I can (sometimes) finish this thing before you get to take a bite. It's quite light and fluffy compared to other denser cakes, so if you're a bit too full from that dinner you just had or want something less filling, this might be a good choice. If you go to U of T, chances are you have probably walked past this bistro many times. The bistro opens their windows for the summer and has a great patio outside for you to enjoy. Not only do they serve great desserts, the bistro has great tapas and drinks to share with your friends as well! It really is a great place to end your night whether you get something sweet or savoury (or both). I would highly recommend you to visit if you love cake like me or want to end your night at a nice bistro with lots of locals! read more

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Although I'm no longer a student, anytime I feel nostalgic, I go to Future Cafe and see students stressed out , heads hanging over books and suddenly I no longer feel nostalgic. Instead I sit back and enjoy the paper, one of the cafes massive cookies and a cup of herbal tea. Situated dead smack in the Annex, this is the quintessential cafe of choice because it's large inside and out (the patio is quite popular come summer), and it serves not only coffee and cookies but real food from a separate section in the back. My only complaint is that sometimes tables are hard to come by because people stay for so long, and I have yet to sit at a clean table. But hey, that sort of thing never bothered me when I was a student... read more

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Future Bakery is a staple dessert place on Bloor street that's perfect to hang out after dinner. You'll be sure to find something you like in their wide array of desserts. My current favourite is the Phantom cake - a merigue cake layered with nuts, cream and chocolate. My 2nd favourite is the strawberry shortcake. My friends and I love coming here because of the casual, lively atmosphere and they generally leave you alone. Even though there's a constant flow of people entering, the tables do turn around quickly so that most of the time, you can find a table readily (at least for groups of 5 or under). They also serve food here, but I've yet to try their hot foods. Love this place, we need more of these around the city! read more

Future Bistro - Strawberry short cake. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This place is so good! I've only had the cakes and cheesecakes here but I have had so many of them and love them all! I highly recommend this place for celebratory desserts because they are great but too expensive for a regular day read more

This place is so subpar, but there are people who genuinely like it. Why? I don't get it. Yes, it's cheap, but there are places that are just as cheap and much better. read more

Well I've been here a few times over the last couple of years, and it's always crowded. I guess it's kinda cool because it's in a great location. So, how could you go wrong, right? :) I've never had a real meal here before, so I can't say anything about their food. But the desserts are just average. I've had much better cake before. Still. The vibe is cool, and the people watching is fun. I'll likely come back here again, because beer and desserts are always a good choice. read more

Future Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

For the first time in my life I took a bite of an omelette and it was so undercooked that the eggs inside were runny. Like snot. I spit my food back on my plate, luckily my supper last night didn't come up with it. I took it back to the till (it's a cafeteria style system) and the lady asked me, "so what do you want me to do about it?" I asked her to just get me some scrambled eggs with cheese, at least that way I could at least ensure it's cooked before I try eating it. She did that, which I'm thankful for. Sure, there was a difference in price which she didn't make right, but at least it was smooth sailing from there on out. I'd already paid so being somewhat frugal I decided to stay, even though I was extremely grossed out. Their home fries are good, toast is dry, coffee is mediocre, and eggs are risky. One star or less for the crappy experience, and one more star for them getting me eggs that were edible. It seems like they do alright as they are perhaps the only breakfast place (that I could see) on this stretch of Bloor, and I did walk a ways. Next time, I'll keep walking. read more

The only time I'm here is late at night when I'm hit with a craving for cake. I know there will always be a glass case full of cake and pie waiting for me to choose from, even when all the other dessert places are already long closed. The last time I was here was on a Sat night at around 11pm, after being kicked out of a Gelato shop that was closing. The place was almost full of people just chatting and hanging out, a welcoming relaxed atmosphere to step into. I got a slice of raspberry lemon cheesecake which completely fulfilled my cake craving. The counter service was quick and friendly, with part of it being self serve which is nice because you don't have to wait to be seated or to get water or to grab an extra fork to share cake with. read more

I have a love hate relationship with future. For the most part, every time I come here, it's quality service. But then other times, I'm a wee bit confused. It's not pricey or overly busy most of the time. It's just nonchalantly slow. This could be either good (if you're catching up with someone) or bad (if you're honestly just looking for quick seats and eats and outs) The place is large and spacious. Sitting inside and out and for the most part, they won't really turn you down. The food is meh. It's not bad and it's not good. There is high competition in this area. Especially when it comes to brunches and quality eats. So you really have to gamble a bit. I enjoy coming here sometimes and I'm looking to kill time and enjoy brunch. read more

THE CAKES WERE AMAZING. My friend and I had a hard time picking which ones that we wanted to try cuz everything looked 10/10. I went with the bailey's cheesecake and it was $6.50 per slice. I could really taste the strong bailey flavour and it was a great combination together with the cheese. The cake itself was not overwhelmingly sweet but it was kinda dense and heavy. Even though we just each ordered one slice of cheesecake, the girl who served us still took her time and drew a beautiful music note with some chocolate syrup on the plate. I really appreciate these small details. The place was pretty big with plenty of tables. We came on a bright Saturday afternoon and there were people studying, working and reading in the cafe/bistro. I would definitely want to come back again to try their pistachio cheesecake next time read more

Future Bistro - Baileys cheesecake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

If this place is anything, it's reliable. You'll always have good food and plenty of options whether it's breakfast, dinner, or dessert. As long as you don't mind a semi cafeteria feel. Also, they serve alcohol, and there's a patio during warmer months. Their stamp card doesn't work for the patio though.. read more

This place is famous for their deserts and breakfast. Their pies are awesome, all berry, sour cherry, pecan, strawberry are all amazing. They have cheese cake too, not as good as the pie. They fall on the overprice side of restaurants, sometimes the staff were not very nice to customers. read more

Very good prices for the food quality. Self serve concept to keep prices low. Great place read more

Decent spot. Quick and simple service. Great location. I feel like everyone in Toronto should go to this place at least once. Almost a rite of passage read more

Future Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I have walked past Future Bistro many times saying that I must give it a try some day, so I stopped in this past week when I saw the all-day breakfast sign. I was a little surprised to see that it is more of a cafeteria-style service than restaurant seating. There is an order counter at the back, with menu boards above. I ordered my breakfast, got my self-serve coffee, and then found a seat on the large patio. There is seating for about 40-50 people and lots of large umbrellas, which was good since it was almost noon and very hot, but the tables and chairs are basically cheap patio furniture. My server was rather indifferent, but I did get what I ordered, which was a scrambled eggs and bacon plate. The bacon was crisp and easily the best item, the home fries were actually potato wedges with some seasoning, and the toast was plain old sliced bread. Overall, the meal was okay, and a decent price at $10+tx with everything included. I would say that everything about this restaurant is average, nothing to complain about but nothing special either. Things may be different in the evening when it always seems to be busy, so I will give it another try on All-You-Can-Eat-Pierogi Wednesday. read more