I like to come here to study sometimes and order a nice tall glass of ice and a bottle of coke. Here's the break down: The food: really bad. I've eaten here a few times and the food runs on a scale of really bad to mediocre. I made the mistake of ordering poached eggs and they served them in the plate without draining them and my plate was covered in water. Ew. The mashed potatoes and gravy are edible. The desserts are nice and the coffee drinkable. The service. No table service, (might be on the patio not sure) it's all cafeteria style. The guys and gals at the counter are ok, not overly friendly. The space: big open concept with couches at the back. Good place for kids as the place isn't cramped so they won't be bored silly having to sit still. The patio is also really large and a great spot on bloor. The result: don't expect much from the food but come for the great space and maybe a dessert. read more

I've been coming to Future's since I was a student at UofT. It's a great place to catch up with a couple of friends over food and cake. It works like fast food restaurants, where the menu is hung above the counter. You order & pay and then wait for your food to be ready before you take a seat. Once you're finished, you dump your plates in a small bin to be cleaned. Definitely not the best place to go if you're looking to impress your date with something fancy. The food overall is good but not mind blowing. It's made pretty quick although I personally believe the price is pretty high. At the same time, the food portion is very generous. My favourite thing about Future's is the cake selections. Their cake is always worth the price and very fresh. The strawberry cheesecake is AMAZING. read more

Great week in Toronto. This was the only disappointment. The bar nachos had such tasteless tomatoes that we scraped them off. Totally mediocre... and $17???? The mixed drink was watery and tasteless. I complainwd and all I got was indifference. Do not waste your money. read more

I love Future's, because it serves oh so many purposes. Their breakfast is pretty generous and if you take your student card it's something ridiculous like fifty percent off. You can drink, you can eat insane amounts of perogies, you can get a coffee, you can rock the patio. Most importantly though....you can get CAKE. Like insanely good cake of all different kinds and pieces so big you'll want to finish them so badly but just won't be able to. Yeah....I mean it's pretty hard to go to Futures without being tempted by everything on display behind the counter. I've spent plenty of nights here just talking with friends for hours, so I've got some pretty fond memories. It's a great place to grab a coffee, chill out, and not be rushed or anything. Also good if you want to bring a book and sit by yourself. Only one qualm, which I think somebody also mentioned too. They use cheap, store bought orange juice (which is totally fine...) except they make it look like it's fresh squeezed by pouring it into separate containers and putting it in a little fridge. I was tricked! So, if that's my only bad thing to say, then Future's has pretty much got it going on . read more

Went here on a Sunday afternoon with some friends. Food came out fairly quick, although for some reason my sandwich took longer than the other more complicated orders. The eggplant Parmesan sandwich was good, although a little dry. The desserts here are incredibly tempting. A great selection of cheesecakes that I found hard to resist. However, the lightness of my wallet helped me endure. I might go back again if asked, but I wouldn't come running. That said, if you want to treat yourself to some delicious sweets, look no further. read more

Food is ok, service alright.. And they even have a sign saying "Tips appreciated" lol.. I dont know if they underpay the workers or what. they look like they are stressed.. i felt bad so I gave a dollar. Tried the breakfast, it was alright.. Its a good place just to grab coffee or hangout probably but dont know about an actual meal. read more

really great place for desserts...the food is decent as well a lil bit expensive, but the quality is there 5/5! read more

One of the only place open early, the breakfast what's cheap and bomb, I just got the simple 3 eggs scramble, white toast, bacon and home fries. Everything was cooked right and the potatoes were very spicy how I like! Great early affordable breakfast read more

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

Future is quite possibly one of the best places to hang out in the annex on a chill evening (no not the cold chill - I'm trying to be hip here)! I really like ambience of the cafe and they have a wide variety of decent foods (mostly for brunch - not that bad) and most importantly a large selection of cakes and coffee's. They have organic coffee's which is pretty cool and they try to add unique personality to the place with their colourful mugs and plates and decor. As soon as patio season hits, make sure you can get a spot at Future as it fills up fast. It is a cafe so there's no table service, just quickly grab a seat before you get your food! Future isn't anything absolute special or amazing but it has good desserts in a nice place, and that makes for a good time! read more

What more can I add to the slew of reviews for this place? It's apparent that Future Bakery is one of Toronto's much loved and welcoming institutions. Back when I was college student and lived in the Annex, I used to visit Future Bakery to enjoy cheap coffee refills, spend a few uninterrupted hours of reading my book or chat with friends. Fast forward a few years and that picture hasn't changed. Over the years, Toronto has welcome a slew of trendy coffeehouses but I can always rely on Future Bakery for being no-nonsense and dependable. While the food on the menu can get pricey but how can I go wrong with a grilled cheese sandwich or an all-you-can perogies special? In the summer months, their patio is one of the best in the neighbourhood, always packed and perfectly enjoyed while sipping a nice cold beer. In the winter months, see this place buzzing with patrons wanting a warm beverage to heat their souls. read more

Picture yourself on a patio on bloorrrrr, with veal shnitzel treeeeeeees and mashed potato skiiiiiiiiies, suddenly someone is there with varenikas, the hippie chick with mushroom gravy on the side.... hmmm. (dont even ask my why i felt the need...) the thing that is futures. its a cafe that is filled with many different folks, lots of university students, bloor street loafers, families and someone who knows a good borscht when they smell one. I always get the shnitzel. it is very large, fresh, and heavenly with the mashed potatoes and mushroom gravy. and if i can, as most people would, ill eat it on the patio. its a very large one that is covered in total with a huge awning. maybe you cant even call it that. maybe its technically a roof. but its a great corner to people watch; its right in the centre of the spadina and bathurst street strip and very very chill. ive also munched on desserts, and warmed up to some teas and enjoyed coming over to the cafeteria bar they have with daily specials as an alternative to looking at a menu. there doesnt seem to be any designation for smokers on the patio so keep that in mind as they can sit anywhere. read more

Future Bakery is good place for working professionals like me to get all nostalgic about the university years. Ironically enough I have to go to a place named future bakery to revisit the past. This rambling cafe is awash with students at all open hours, some studying, others eating, and then some out for sheer fun on a date or with friends. It's a just a relaxing place to crash after class or after a strenous study session at one of UofT's lovely libraries. The food is a bit iffy here though I do come here for the perogies and mashed potatoes (read: cheap and filling). Also if I'm in a dessert state of mind this is one of my top spots to hit up as they have an excellent selection of cakes and pies: my favourites being the oreo cheesecake or the chocolate banana cake. 2 1/2 stars for the food 4 stars for the atmosphere! read more

A decent place to hang in the Annex for a super casual drink, coffee or dessert. Very roomy - double the space with the full-serve patio open in the summer. It's self-serve indoors. There are some semi-clean, semi-sketchy couches that are super comfy for groups in the back. The garage door style open store front is fun for people watching while sipping on a large pitcher of sangria ($18.95 - was more like drinking juice, but still very yummy) with the gal pals. The dessert counter is overflowing with delicious cake that are wonderful eye-candy. All that cream really isn't for me though! I'm not very appreciative of the perogies and other related cafeteria-style, heavy lunch/dinner food either. I come here for the chill atmosphere mostly. It's a good place just to casually unwind with a drink in my hand and not have to shout to be heard. read more

I just love this place! breakfast and dinner and lunch food - check! desserts - check! patio - check! couches at the back of the room - check! the best way to spend a summer day here - with a beer or ice cream at the patio the best way to spend a winter day here - with a cup of hot chocolate and chocolate fudge cake on a soft couch. there is such a huge variety of cakes that I still don't know if I tried even 1\20 of the whole offered set. ah yumminess! read more

My second goto place for a rich and decadent dessert without breaking the bank. For only $6 a slice plus tax, get the cake or pie you wish for from over 50+ choices!!! Who needs The Cheesecake Factory? My go to cake: the light airy and decadently sweet Super Caramel Crunch cake. read more

Maybe I'm not as attached to this place because I went to Ryerson. I have many more fond memories at Salad King than I do at this place, and it hasn't really impressed me over the years. Yes to their cakes and cookies, coffee and hot chocolate. Yes to their patio, no to their interior which kinda grosses me out. Yes to the Eggs Benedict, no to the awful homefries that were overly doused in paprika without going near any other spice or flavour. No to their orange juice that I saw them pour from Tropicana cartons. And no to the washrooms, where I once found someone's dirty shoes stashed at the edge of the toilet. But odds are, I'll be back if I'm in the area, if it's just for another delicious hot chocolate. read more

Typical student hang-out, able to hang out for long periods of time without anyone rushing you out the door. The cakes are EXCELLENT, the cookies & coffee are just fine but not out of this world (they do have organic and fair trade options, which is nice, it would be great if all options were fair trade & organic but it doesn't appear to be the case). The best thing about this place is the patio in the summer time and the comfort food they serve (i.e. perogies!). Their food is also nothing to write home about but it's cheap and it does the job, also their beer selection is pretty good! Overall it's a good, casual neighbourhood place but not really worth going too far out of your way to check it out. read more

I went here last year to watch a friend play in a band and it was really great - that kind of hip, beatnik U of T hot-spot that smells bad and is filled with really pensive, existential college kids getting drunk and soaking up homegrown tunes. It's definitely a place to get check out if you want to head back down memory lane. The drinks are pretty cheap and the music is local and surprisingly good. It's a random crowd in this house sometimes but that's what makes it so much fun. For an authentic post-secondary party, Future Bakery is where it's at. read more

When I was in high school, before Starbuck's, I went to Future Bakery to meet friends. I mean, that's what you do in high school right? Have coffee and smoke. Back then you could smoke inside. And Future Bakery was the spot. Large enough that there was always a place to sit, local enough that they'd remember your order if you came more that twice, and a large enough selection that there was something for everyone. Cheese cake, that's my thing and they have plenty here. In the summer, they have a nice side street patio, and it still has that worn in feel of a student joint. Best of all, you can work there for hours, play dominos or study and no one will bother you. read more

I am no expert in the authentic versions of the food served at Future's, but it doesn't really surprise me to hear that it might not be up to snuff. Regardless, this a great place if you are looking for a full and lively dining room, and a really comfy (especially if you can get a couch) and relaxed atmosphere that will let you hang out from lunch, to dinner to dessert to coffee to drinks, doing or pretending to do or not doing homework the whole time. Uh, I mean, if you wanted to do that. Yes, I went to U of T, and though I engaged in very little predictable, my-university-specific-behaviour, when it comes to Future's, I do exactly what "they" tell me to ("they" being whoever make the rules, probably the same people who told my sister and her Ryerson friends to go to the Salad King. Urban Planners, maybe?). I personally find the food to be pretty tasty and most importantly (when you're trying to read an entire novel in one sitting on their patio) really filling. I often get the chicken parmigiana sandwich, and sometimes can't finish it(!) along with the TWO sides, usually featuring the mashed potatoes and gravy, which I kind of love. I am known for not liking gravy, under most circumstances. The desserts- well, anything but the cakes can be a little hit-and-miss. I was dissatisfied recently with a lemon square I bought and then couldn't really eat ('twas a little stale, and too chewy, in a bad way). The cakes are pretty good, though I am pretty fussy with my desserts. I'm sorry to say, but I prefer Dufflet's. But I can't sit with 8 of my friends til 1 am over there, now can I? read more

I wish I would spend more time on Bloor Street so that I could stop by here more often. (Cause so far I have only been here once.. ) One of my girlfriends introduced me to this cafe when we were looking for a nice place to hang out after we had some sushi down the street. I really liked Future the second I came through the door. The interior is inviting with comfortable seating options, but the first thing you see are their cakes and bakery items. It was after 8pm and they still had about 8 amazing looking cakes on display as well as several different pastries and cookies. A cake slice is $5 which is a good deal for the size, but we were up for something lighter, so us three girls only got one cookie each. We also ordered one coffee and two mugs of hot apple cider. We got everything within a minute. The girl behind the counter was super efficient and nice. Of course, the coffee was mine and it was nice, however once I smelled (and tasted) my friends' apple cider I wished I had ordered that. It is amazing. The cookies were also really yummy. I really want to go back some time to try one of their cheesecakes. And to drink some hot apple cider. ;) read more

My go-to place for brunch and dessert! It has a cafeteria feel and can get very crowded and crazy. Have a back up plan! Food-wise: It's inexpensive, especially for breakfast. All you can eat perogies are a good time. Portion sizes for everything are massive. The coffee is good, as well, and there's a selection. Bakery-wise: The gluten-free baked goods are over-priced and gross. The cakes are a little pricey but many friends swear by them. I always get great service. They're very quick at clearing tables and are friendly behind the counter. And they're licensed! read more

BEST CHEESECAKE. friendly service. the savoury stuff is nice but desserts are the best thing about this place. read more

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

Just wrapped a lunch date at Future's so I thought it would be a good idea to tell y'all how it went while the experience is fresh in my mind. I love Future's patio. In the summer, it's probably one of my favourite patios in Toronto. The food is decent, but what is amazing about the food is the variety. Whether you want a chicken dinner, a crepe, pancakes, a salad, a sandwich, dessert or just a speciality coffee, Future Bakery has got it all. The service is excellent. The people workin' the food are always delightful and they hook you up. My plate was piling over, just the way I like it ;) The prices are reasonable- I had a gigantic plate of food for $7. My only complaint about Future's is the cleanliness. The water glasses are never clean and I often see bits of bits on the food I'm eating. Plus people smoke on the patio, which I *hate*. read more

I almost feel like Future Bakery should have a separate rating for it's cake. The cake is incredible. Huge slice for a relatively affordable price (give or take 6 quid). The actual food is mediocre though and the staff is really hard to decide on. One visit they'll be great and the next, pretty snobby. One huge no-no for a cafe though is they don't have Wi-Fi. NOT the kind of place you want to go to on your own to try and be productive, but a really nice 'group of friends' or brunch kind of joint. read more

The staff are friendly and I like the atmosphere (mainly for students, you'll see tons of textbooks and laptops). The food was decent (I had the jalapeno perogies with fruit salad and mashed potatoes for $11.50). The service is pretty quick (when I was there they did seem a bit understaffed as only one seat was open and many people were ordering food, however the staff did not seem to let this show. The drinks are also cheap (a 60oz pitcher of sangria for just under $20, doubles are about $6.50) and with a double gin and tonic and the perogies my meal was about $18 with tax, so no complaints. I haven't tried the desserts but on another evening (perhaps not during dinner/just after dinner) I would like to go back as they look amazing. read more

They have cakes and cider and Amsterdam brew house beers (y) mmmmmm. Cake + beer mmmmm. read more

Ahh Futures, the classic spot for all of your cake and beer needs. While I spend a larger amount of time at its sister bar directly attached, Labyrinth, I am still at heart a Future Bakery fan, and I have the cake/coffee punch cards to prove it. The factor that I love about the place is that they are just so laid back. If you walk in, plunk down on one of the comfy sofas and chill out with a newspaper, they will leave you alone until you decide to get up and go get a coffee or dessert from the cake bar, or food or beverage from the meal service register. They will not hound you or ask you to leave. They know that you'll spend money eventually. The patio is one of my favorite places to be in the summertime, yes, even after one crazy night a few months ago when that shooting happened (that was fun). Interestingly enough, the waitstaff went back out and continued serving within minutes of the shooting! Crazy. They know that a full patio of people would only wait for their drinks so long, shooting or no! The cakes are awesome. I haven't met a slice that I didn't like, the most popular seem to be the oreo cheesecake and the Phantom cake. I am pretty fond of the carmelita cheescake too. Maybe because they are all so delicious. As far as the food items go I am sad to say but I don't usually eat there unless it's patio season and I must be outside. For the price, the food isn't all that great. Out of anything, the breakfasts are usually a safe bet, as is the grilled cheese. I hate their mashed potatoes as a side dish to anything but the fries are ok. The poutine is pretty tasty and vegetarian as they use mushroom gravy, which is great when you want something veggie-friendly for yourself or to share with a friend. The chicken wings and fries combo is also good if you're hanging out over a few pints, although their hot sauce runs pretty mild so order it hot if you normally like medium wings. read more

I went for dessert and ordered a slice from one of the many Dufflet cakes. I opted for the simple "chocolate cake". I am not that impressed with Dufflet in general and this cake wasn't anything amazing either. The fudge icing would have to be the highlight but I made the mistake of not leaving enough cake for the proper cake to icing ratio. The icing ended up being too sweet (I have a high sweetness threshold) and I couldn't finish. I should have stuck with my preferred banana chocolate cake - everyone should run out and try this if they get the chance. Anyway, the cake slice, while a generous portion, is at the cost of $6.oo a slice! Bottom line:I think this place is best for those just looking for a quick, easy bite. read more

Good spot to people watch on the patio on a lazy summer evening with your favorite pitcher and some good company. Tried some of the food options and have never really been blown away. Average at best. They do have a wide variety of cakes and cookies on hand, cakes are bought from other companies and sold here, not sure if the cookies and other desserts are baked on site. Regardless the cakes are generally fresh, the cookies on the other hand, are never fresh. I have never had a decent cookie from this place. A disappointment to be sure as this is a bakery after all! read more

I always return to this place after my friend took me here 6 years ago for sandwich and cheesecake. Their slices of cakes are so big we had to share our blueberry cheesecake. A very fine collection of cakes. I used to brag about this to my friends all the time. I always had a tough time picking which one I wanted the most. It's sort of like being at Cheesecake Factory, but the cakes were better. This time when I went back, I was surprised that they had smaller, leftover slices for $2 each. Just perfect for me. The bad news was that their chocolate mousse cake was nothing compared to any of their cheesecakes. Also, when I ventured downstairs to their restroom, I was quite terrified. Do NOT use their restaurant. read more

I mostly go for the breakfast fare - french toast, omelettes, and of course their crepes. i strongly recommend their strawberry crepes. my friends all rave about their oreo cheesecake (or is it oreo cake) and their bailey's irish cream cake (or cheesecake!) my boyfriend tried their white chocolate cake which looked sumptuous. self-serve and 10% discount for U of T students (discriminatory?!), it's the best of both worlds - picky patrons do their own thing while they do less work. great hangout too, and it opens till quite late in the night. good old memories. read more

I was with here with a friend & bumped into another friend on the same visit. We shared a Turtle Cheesecake & the friend we met later had a basket of onion rings bigger than my head. As enticingly crispy as they looked, I did not feel like any more food as I had just indulged in a Beef Empanada at Jumbo Empanadas prior to hitting this place up for coffee, desserts & more chatter. Impressive array of cakes & cheesecakes... & flavour-infused gourmet coffees. English Toffee was pretty good. Everyone gets French Vanilla & I already know how universally appealing & good it is, so I passed. The place was overrun by Asian Visa students because there was a promotion for 20% off all-day breakfasts with student I.D. It's very close to U of T & is a quaint, spacious atmosphere to relax & study in so I guess the congestion was inevitable. Very efficiently operated: I noticed that the entrees counter was separated from the desserts & beverages one. If I actually had to eat a full meal here from start to finish, I would likely have to endure both line ups. That would not be fun. I especially liked its proximity to Spadina Station. The exterior Ultramarine or royal blue walls with medium yellow trim/accents make this place easy to track/describe to a friend. I could totally see myself meeting up with people here often in the future. read more

This is a great place to stop into in the morning if I've found myself getting to work a little too early (it happens), and to just sit down with a book and a cup of coffee and relax. HUGE portions- definitely for sharing or eating for two or three different meals. The grilled chicken and chicken parm sandwiches are great, they both last at least two meals. I've also had their breakfast (get the french toast, you won't be sorry!) which is served all day. As mentioned by other reviewers, the desserts are great, and the coffee is delicious too. The patio looks tempting as I walk to work every day, I've never actually had time to sit down and enjoy it, but it seems like a fun crowd. The menu is varied and reasonably priced, the wait staff is pretty nice. Food isn't phenomenal, but it's pretty good. It's a good place to stop into if youre feeling famished and want something that'll fill you up. It's cash only, but there's an ATM inside. read more

I bought the creme brûlée cheesecake. It's delightful. The environment is young and fresh, but has more of a feel for people who are strongly into sensitive topics that are big in the news and involve various types of activism. The guy who helped me order was very quiet and didnt even know what to recommend when I asked what he personally liked. The large and high counter holding the cakes and syrups creates a barrier between the customer and business that felt unwelcoming. I could barely see the guy, and I am 6'2". Also, they dont take debit, ATM charges $1.75 per withdrawal. Next time, I'll just take the food to go. The patio looks promising, but indoors I feel somewhat out of place with my MacBook and jeans and dress shirt. If you enjoy Starbucks this environment is quite different despite the name. If you insist on coming here, I would suggest bringing your laptop with a full charge, outlets appear to be scarce. read more

I have been going to this location for the last 15 years, and the place has pretty much stayed the same. The decor is looking a little dated/worn out, but somehow it works for the place. However, the most important thing about this place, the food, is fantastic. Desert selection is dangerously good! If you like apple pie, they usually have 3 or 4 varieties to choose from, and the portions are generous. If you are going there for savory food, breakfast items are good, perogies are delicious, and mashed potatoes and gravy are addictive. read more

Food was tasty and cheap,although it took me awhile to figure out you have to go to the counter and order lol. I wanna come back and try the all you can eat pierogies on Wednesdays. I've never seen that before! read more

Horrible service. Waited 30 mins for my bill after I asked for it. My server seemed to be poking around near the till as I sat with my backpack in my lap and my credit card on the table. All other tables around me were checked and paid. I really couldn't understand how it could be this bad. read more

Future Bakery is one of my favourite places to go in the Annex. It has a great vibe to it - casual, lively with lots of natural light and friendly faces. I love the concept of coffee shop/diner/pub. The cakes are delicious with giant sized slices. The food on the bar side is decent but nothing special. Best things about this place: Orea cake, multiple varities of cheesecake, awesome patio for people watching and beer. read more

One of my favourite late-night hangouts in TO. Cheap beers, lots of comfort food options, and a selection of cakes to die for (one word - caramel crunch). You'll find me on the awesome patio all summer. Love this place! read more