Stopped by for desserts and got the ube buttermilk mini pancakes. Good amount, nice springy-chewy texture, though very faint ube flavour in both the pancakes and the ube cream. My friend got the loose leaf tea and said it was fine. Service was friendly. Place is spacious and bright. Prices seem fair. They have an extensive menu beyond desserts that you can check out. read more

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This is a taiwanese inspired brunch spot with lots of fusion items. They have a bunch of different items like hot gourmet sandwiches, croissants, pasta, sweet treats, and more! I always come here for their brunch plates. They're really customizable; you pick a main, a side of eggs cooked how you like them, sides, and fries of your choosing! My favourite order is the roasted mushroom croissant, mini pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon & sausage, and I always upgrade my fries to the parmesan truffle waffle fries. The portions are HUGE, and the food never disappoints. They also do takeout brunch boxes which are so cute and just as good as the in-store brunch platters! read more

Light Cafe - brunch platter (pulled pork) - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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We ordered two katsu sandwiches, one with cheese and one without. Both were perfectly deep fried, crispy on the outside and juicy inside. The version with cheese was tasty but had a little too much for my preference. The waffle fries were excellent and the salad was fresh. Portions were generous and very satisfying. It's also in a great location for lunch, and the space is big enough to accommodate larger groups comfortably. The only downside was the open kitchen, which made the dining area feel a bit humid and filled with the deep fried smell. Overall, a great spot for a casual lunch. read more

Light Cafe - Katsu sandwiches - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Stumbled across this cute cafe with a friend. It was quite empty and we were seated quickly. We got the Japanese okonomiyaki waffle fries, miso mushroom sukiyaki beef pasta, and ube buttermilk mini pancakes (strongly recommend). Everything was delicious and the food came pretty quickly. Tip: They have a 10% cash discount! read more

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Stumbled across this place while I was in the area. Really amazing food and courteous service. There are many vegetarian options as well and service is quick. The ambiance is okay - would be nice if they increase the heat in winter! read more

Light Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

After my first visit a few years ago I've been back quite a few times. They still have a beautiful and delicious menu, staff are always friendly, food is always fabulous, lovely atmosphere! read more

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Don't let the name fool you--this is incredible, high-quality food! I left this place with way more than I expected from such a small spot. calling it a "cafe" almost feels misleading because it implies it's just a coffee-centered place, but the food here is truly high-quality restaurant material. The meals were incredibly good, well-prepared, and there are so many amazing options. I also loved that the food is made in plain sight; watching them prepare the meal brought a lot of comfort and trust in the quality. It's a nice, small place perfect for a quiet meal with people you enjoy. I wished for a little bit more service, but the food was so good that I didn't mind. A hidden gem! read more

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This cafe is cozy and I love their open kitchen. They have Asian twist on brunch, croissant, pasta and sandwiches. I ordered smoked salmon croissant with fried sweet potato. The sweet potato, crunchy outside and soft inside - Perfect! Their food was delicious! I was there on sat around 1230, and there's a line and we waited for around 20mins to be seated. Service is amazing, food came out quickly. They provide a good variety of food and I will definitely come and try the others food! read more

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Chill little spot with a clean, bright vibe. Plants, natural light, and just enough buzz to feel alive without being loud. I had the chicken brunch box : buttery croissant with seasoned chicken and fresh greens. Waffle fries were crispy with that perfect golden bite, salad was light but flavorful with their house dressing, and the mini pancakes? Soft, fluffy, just sweet enough. Everything tasted intentional. Nothing bland, nothing overdone. Just real good balance and flavour. Rating: 4 out of 5 read more

Light Cafe - Chicken Brunch Box - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Love this place for brunch! If I'm in the Spadina/Kensington area, this one is my go-to. While it is a bit more pricey ($20-$35+), I love how many different foods you get in one dish and the portions are large. For someone who loves a little bit of everything, I'm always in heaven. My go-to is the chicken salad croissant which comes with 2 eggs you way, a fulsome salad, sausage, bacon, mini pancakes, and TATER TOTS (or other amazing options such as waffle fries). Their coffee is also solid, and I just tried their uji matcha latte the other day, and while I'm not a super expert at matcha, I really enjoyed the drink. For ambiance, the decor is nice, but it's always busy so while it could be good for a daytime date, it's always bustling and not the most intimate. I always leave here satisfied and happy. Try to go a little bit before or after peak times (lunch, dinner, etc.) as it gets packed quickly and there's almost always a line but it goes by quickly. read more

Light Cafe - Chicken salad - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I was waiting for my laptop to be fixed and decided to take myself out for brunch! Light cafe, I walked past it a few times trying to fix it because the sign is kind of obscure. I almost gave up! Glad I didn't. I was the only patron when I entered. They are know for their elaborate takeout boxes, there were endless orders just waiting to be picked up. I was quickly seat and gave a menu. The decor and ambience of the place is nice! I sat near the windows, it's a really nice cafe that serves breakfast and lunch items and attracts the university crowd. The cappuccino came first and was perfect. It was a traditional cappuccino made with more foam than milk which I loved and the little biscoff cookie is a sweet indulgence treat! For breakfast I ordered the 25 mini pancakes with cake with salad, your choice of side and choice of fries. I opted for sausage and bacon and the waffle fries. I read someone say the waffle fries were next level...and they were right! Also includes choice of eggs which I opted for no eggs! It is a lot of food! A lot of yummy food. The mini pancakes...well first they are super cute but it's just the perfect morsel of pillowy yumminess. The mini pancakes were fluffy and delicious, even without syrup the pancakes were delicious! The sausage and bacon is the perfect saltiness you want to balance the sweet. But, besides the pancakes. The real start were the waffle fries. They were crispy perfection! Not crispy to the point it was hard it was crispy, the potato inside was light and airy. It was just perfect. I would honestly just come back for the waffle fries but all the food here is amazing!! As I was there the place started to fill up and looking at the amazing sandwiches other patrons got...I know I have to return and try something else. Come hungry, leave satisfied! read more

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I had a delicious chicken teriyaki salad with so many greens and veggies. The presentation was so beautiful and the chicken was so tender. I will definitely go back to have this salad again and would like to try their breakfast menu next time. read more

Light Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Its been a while since I've been to Light Cafe. This time around I got the Pulled Pork brunch plate. I got it with waffle fries, scrambled eggs, side salad and mini pancakes. I'd say the sides were pretty solid, the flavour was there and it was satisfying to eat but maybe a bit expensive for what it was. The main was pulled pork in a croissant. The pulled pork had a bit of an aftertaste so that was the only thing i didn't finish on my plate which was a bit disappointing. Overall I'd still say that this is a good restaurant to try once in a while but maybe not for long since there are a few asian brunch spots popping up lately. read more

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Great spot for brunch with good food. They have many variations of brunch plates, sandwiches, dessert and drinks on their menu. The service was a little slow but you're able to place the order in person through their QR code placed on the table. The restaurant itself is spacious and bright. Overall, it's a good brunch spot in the city. read more

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Love this place! The interior is cute but not over the top. The food is amazing and their menu boasts a great variety of dishes to choose from. The mini pancakes are super cute and the presentation of the meals is always top-notch. The only downside is that the restaurant can get really busy and the wait time can be quite long, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. read more

Light Cafe - Avocado croissant, eggs benedict & smoked salmon - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Cute little spot on Baldwin Street and I finally had the chance to go. I had the scrambled egg avocado croissant and it was so good! The staff were very helpful and I will definitely be back to try out the rest of the menu . read more

Light Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The Swiss Roll & Chiffon Uji Matcha Roll combo stole the show, but the Classic Buttermilk Mini Pancakes took it to the next level--25 mini pancakes loaded with strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, vanilla ice cream, and maple syrup. The Light Cafe Breakfast Sandwich was a breakfast dream come true. Hash browns, breakfast sausages, fried egg, tomato, lettuce, red cabbage, cheddar cheese, mayo, ketchup, all sandwiched between perfectly toasted bread. Choose between a side salad or waffle fries--both equally tasty! read more

Light Cafe - Classic Buttermilk Mini Pancakes & Light Cafe Breakfast Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I met up with a friend for brunch and got the smoked salmon with scrambled eggs. It was a great combination with everything I needed, a bit of pancake, a bit of potato, croissant, salad, and the typical proteins. Everything was delicious and perfectly seasoned. The portion was big enough for me to split into 2 meals and the ambience inside was minimal and aesthetic. read more

Light Cafe - Brunch - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Great cafe/brunch spot with delicious and filling food!! I got the roasted mushroom croissant for brunch. It came with eggs, vegetables, tater tots, and mini pancakes. It was a lot of food- I left feeling so full and satisfied! The mushroom croissant was delish. We came when it was bad weather, so it was not too busy and we were seated immediately. However, I can imagine that this place gets busy depending on the time. The inside was clean and nice. I would definitely recommend to others! read more

Light Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This Taiwanese fusion cafe offers a large selection of brunch items, gourmet sandwiches and sweet treats! I ordered a latte and the garlic dill karaage sandwich with waffle fries which were both delicious! The aesthetic inside was very cute and they also have a beautiful greenery wall, great for taking pictures. This place is always packed so I would recommend coming when they first open or after lunch. We waited about 30 minutes to get a table. read more

Light Cafe - Latte - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This is a brunch place with a nice ambiance. The food is very "instagrammable". I tried the dill pickle karaage sandwich - it was very fresh and the chicken was cooked well and juicy. The brunch plates seem to be a lot more popular and from what I saw, the portions are generous and there is a good variety of food on the plate. This place can get busy on the weekend! There is a sheet where you can put your name on the waitlist and someone will call you when your table is ready. You can also order via a QR code on your table. read more

Light Cafe - Dill kaarage sando - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This is a pretty good brunch spot with reasonable prices and good quality food! The servers were nice and efficient as well. The garlic dill karaage sandwich and truffle fries was pretty good (though the portion of fries was a bit too low in my opinion). The ube pancakes were cute and had a mild ube flavour. read more

Light Cafe - Ube Pancakes - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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It has been a while since we came to Light Cafe - it's a Taiwanese inspired brunch cafe; with a great selection of brunch plates, sandwiches, croissants and fruit teas. The brunch plates come with mini pancakes, giving a great sweet and savoury combination plate. The cafe wasn't as busy today as we recall during weekends - but that just means there was no need to wait for a table. read more

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Tucked in Baldwin St, where lies many other East Asian gems , Light Cafe is a perfect café to catch up with friends or study all while enjoying innovative Japanese inspired drinks and meal sets. The decor and food plating makes everything so aesthetic - which makes it such an Instagrammable spot. I highly encourage getting their drinks- they do not skimp on the actual drink when it comes to ice Highly recommend their cute pancake balls - it tastes great too read more

Light Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

It's trendy & light brunch at Light Cafe. Light Cafe offers Asian brunch fusion among diverse shops on Baldwin St. They're known for Cotton Candy Coffee: a sugary treat doused by black java, mixed with bottled milk. This time at Light Cafe, I tried the Lobster brunch plate comprising of: mini pancakes, egg benedict, waffle fries, house salad, bacon & sausage and lobster roll in croissant form with shrimp & celery. Tasty. They also offer an interesting mix of other freshly-prepped brunch dishes, pastas, waffles & desserts. Enjoy with calm cafe vibes. read more

Light Cafe - Light Cafe - Lobster croissant brunch box - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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It feels like a homestyle cafe with an open kitchen. I'd suggest a better ventilation system because I was sitting indoor and my clothes and hair stank after I left. I knew they're famous for brunches and waffles. But I wasn't too hungry on the day I visited, so I ordered truffle mushroom & bacon pasta. It's very home-style and the sauce was, perhaps, a bit too thin to my liking. I'll come back for the famous brunch and waffles~ read more

Light Cafe - Truffle mushroom and bacon pasta - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Having mixed feelings about this one, my boyfriend and I really enjoyed our lunch we ordered on UberEats. But as I was packing the rest of the tater tots I found pieces of dirt/fur stuck on one of the tots.. What we got: Kaarage sando with waffle fries 8/10 Smoked salmon box with tots 7.5/10 (before finding the dirty food) Hard to enjoy something when you question if your order was even clean in the first place.. read more

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Food is always good! I always get the pulled pork brunch, crispy tori karaage, and an in iced matcha latte. The service is good, the waitresses are nice and helpful. The ambience is good and is mostly filled with young adults. It can get full sometimes, especially on weekends. They don't do reservations, so make sure to come early and get your name done in the waitlist! read more

Light Cafe - iced uji matcha latte, crispy tori karaage, pulled pork brunch - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Good brunch. Went here before I moved to the city. Relaxing environment. Waitresses took quite some time to serve and allow us to pay. Overall good experience. read more

Light Cafe - Kimchi Sukiyaki Beef Brunch Box - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The food was incredibly visually pleasing and the lobster roll had a generous service of lobster salad; I can see why the lobster roll is the most popular! The organization of the bento is incredibly colorful and the many components are delicious! It comes with mini pancakes, a salad, a piece of sausage and a piece of bacon, fries of your choice, eggs of your choice, and whichever main dish you'd like; I'd definitely recommend the lobster roll! Downside is that you are not allowed to eat outside of the restaurant at their outdoor seating, which means you will have to find some place to eat it. However, if you do not eat the food quick, it can get cold and soggy, so please be mindful of that. It is definitely a very interesting and pretty experience to try, so definitely give it a shot! Both of our bento combined cost a total of 50 bucks approximately. Thank you for reading and good luck! (: read more

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So delicious. I've seen my friends share stories of these brunch boxes and I knew I had to try. We ordered ahead in the morning and then drove down to Toronto to pick them up. They were on the pricier side but I would say it was worth it. When you order, you're given many options to choose from to make your box - eggs, sides, etc. I absolutely loved the mini pancakes! So cute and perfectly round - very soft and fun to eat. The pulled pork and smoked salmon was also delicious. Overall, everything was so well made - I would definitely recommend trying it! read more

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Definitely one of the best brunch places I've been to. The portions are MASSIVE in contrast to the price. read more

Light Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Me and my girlfriend went to this place because we heard it was good and it was! I got the BLT and it was packed with bacon, if you're a bacon lover I definitely recommend! My girlfriend got the garlic dill chicken sandwich, and the chicken was big. The service was very good, they communicate well, and the vibe in there is super chill, and it's a nice little space. Perfect little lunch date. read more

Light Cafe - Logo, street view - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This was truly the most wonderful brunch I've ever had! I am not a brunch person and my stomach in the morning is usually small. But I was hungry, I had seen this place on tiktok and had to try it! The croissant with beef and kimchi is unheard of and it was absolutely amazing! The mini pancakes with fruit offered a great sweet break between bites. The eggs, salad, veggies, and fries added to the overall balance of the meal. After eating all of this, I felt healed. The ambiance was chill and inviting. The service was great although the food wait time was long, but for me it was worth the wait! I will be back and I will be bringing everyone I know! read more

Light Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place is worth the splurge. I'm the kind of person that thinks $40 for brunch with no alcohol is a splurge, and this place is worth it. I came here on Easter Sunday for brunch with my bestie. Shockingly, we didn't have any issues getting seated. Although the dining room got a bit noisy at times, it was a great place to relax and catch up with friends. Ordering here is simple, efficient, and introvert-friendly - just scan a QR code and order using your phone. It took us forever because we were busy chatting and also there were just so many incredible options on the menu. I'm honestly convinced that I wouldn't have gone wrong with anything on the menu. But I went with the dine in only smoked salmon brunch, which came with two eggs cooked your way (mine was eggs Benedict), a croissant, potatoes your way (I went with tater tots), veggies (roast cauliflower and sweet potato) or meats, a salad, a croissant, and mini pancakes. Basically, anything you can wish for at brunch. The mini pancakes were not only adorable but also fluffy and delicious. I also sprang for a brulee latte, which came with a tea biscuit. Everything was delicious. Despite how much food I got, I finished it all, and I didn't feel heavy. I kind of felt bad for tying up the table for close to three hours, but time just flies when you're having fun. I will definitely be back, this place just makes me so happy! read more

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Ordered a brunch box -- portion is very generous (almost good for two pa ). I got the smoked salmon with croissants and tater tots and I loved it! Though, ube pancakes tasted regular pancakes (could maybe use more ube) PS. Customer service is great too. They mistakenly gave me a wrong brunch box initially and they called me right away to correct it by giving my actual order, without having to return the other order (we also opened it already lol) read more

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Covid delivery review! Taste and delivery: 4/5 Everything was delicious. First time trying lobster for brunch, it was the main course and the best part. The creamy taste was very unique for a croissant. Wish the food was hotter. The place is located about less than 20mins away from me so I was expecting the food to be really hot. Somehow it was just warm. This is in comparison to deliveries I have gotten over an hour away where the food was still steaming hot. Value: 3/5 The brunch box itself is quite small. I was still very hungry after finishing it. For brunch you would expect a bigger meal but for me specifically it wasn't enough. It's also quite pricey for the amount of food you get. read more

Light Cafe - Delivery box unopened - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This lobster roll with a side of waffle fries wasn't something I had planned to have for brunch! They are a Taiwanese-inspired cafe with creative fusion items and their portions are huge! Also recommend their Lobster Croissant brunch which came with eggs, salad, fries, AND mini pancakes on the side. The staff are really nice and the interior is cute. read more

Light Cafe - Lobster Roll - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I think I got the wrong thing beee, because my dad's sandwich was incredible. I got the duck breast salad and let me tell you, 3 very small pieces of duck is not it. The flavour was good but it was simply not filling. The matcha was fantastic and like I said, the other sandwich was good enough for 4 stars. read more

I love Light Cafe and it's a really cute cafe to eat at, with tons of savory and sweet options! I tried out their famous brunch box during lock down and it's such a nice pick me up Presentation is beautiful. It comes with your choice of croissant sandwich, eggs prepared to your preference, a salad, sausage/bacon, fries, and a portion of mini pancakes. I love how you basically get a multi-course meal in one box! Personally I got the kimchi sukiyaki croissant sandwich, eggs benedict, and waffle fries. The croissant sandwich was a bit soft by time of delivery but nothing that a bit of time in the oven can't fix. The eggs benedict is a bit runny and the hollandaise sauce could be a bit stronger but it's still pretty good. Love the waffle fries, I've tried the parmesan waffle fries before too but the flavour is pretty subtle (I recommend eating them on their own to fully appreciate the flavour). Also got the lobster roll and truffle mushroom pasta which were fragrant and fulfilling as well The bacon/pork really compliments the more bland creamy pasta sauce. It was on the heavier side so I recommend getting a light refreshing drink with it (e.g. iced tea) read more

Light Cafe - Brunch box, lobster set, truffle pasta - Cafes Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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