quaint, cozy, eclectic, & overall amazing ... love the culture & vibe of this place ... it's served as a 2nd home + meeting place for the local community & beyond for decades ... staff are friendly, coffee is brewed just right, menu selection is vast & varied--great options for snacks & beverages ... outdoor patio in the front + back ... building has so much character ... location is awesome and it attracts a friendly clientele ... good prices ... overall superb ... one of toronto's best ... read more

One of our favourite cafe around the city. Their lattes are really smooth and leaves no bitter aftertaste. We also like to come and buy their beans, as the beans are good quality and when we make the expresso, it comes out nicely. It's a cozy place, it has a seating area both inside and outside. The service is pretty much like any cafe, you order at the counter and find a seat that you like. read more

A local coffee shop in Kensington Market area that is super busy! Came here for an afternoon coffee pick me up and got sold on the cold brew that the many working behind the counter recommended. It was a good recommendation, gave e the caffeine hit I needed and was quite delicious. Especially quenched my thirst during the hot summer day I was spending outdoors walking the area. Wait time wasn't too long/ bad and the inside has seating that was packed. They also have a patio out front with lots of seating, but not many people were sitting outside, probably because it was so hot that day. The washroom situation was the most uncomfortable thing for me though, the stall is tiny and I barely fit in there. So skip on using their washrooms if you can, and just get their coffee. By the time I was leaving there was a line out the door waiting to get their afternoon coffee fixes too. A great local spot to check out! read more

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Cozy, rustic Kensington cafe with a large variety of tea leaves and coffee beans, and pastries for sale Lots of seating in the back, and a small patio area in the front and back. They have decaf versions of most of their teas and coffees, I got the decaf earl grey and the spinach pastry to share. Service is friendly, and they were pretty fast even though it was pretty busy. Will be back! read more

No plans to visit this place but did since it was the only one open early around 7.30 in the morning. I definitely don't regret checking this out. Tried their kalacious smoothie,chocolate chip muffin and the croissant. The pastries were okay but the smoothie was yummy. They are known for their coffees mainly. They sell different types of coffee beans too. There were a few indoor and outdoor seating as well. read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Extreme rude behaviour from the women seem to be the manager or owner. Will never return

Moonbeam isn't just a place to get caffeine; it's a place to experience the culture of Toronto. Whether you're grabbing a bag of fresh-roasted beans to go or lingering over a flat white on the patio, it remains one of the most essential coffee stops in the city. read more

Not your average coffee shop! This place was amazingly different. Different food, so much coffee, and all different types of machines. Still a nice casual place like your neighborhood shop would be. Service was good, and they make each drink from scratch. I waited a solid 7 minutes for my masala chai latte, it wasn't a pre mix. They brewed it in front of me. The food looked so good honestly wanted to buy it all. My friend got a iced latte and gave it a good thumbs up. This place was part of our food tour, so we also got to try their light roast regular coffee, with a spinach and feta Boreka. Boreka, light flaky pastry, stuffed with delicious spinach and feta, light but probably not! They had sweet versions too. They had many amazing sounding sweet treats. I wish I could have eaten more. The coconut chocolate bread pudding, just sounded wow and looked it too. Nice patio out back, seating inside and out front, this was such a sweet little place. If in Kensington market , definitely hit it up. read more

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I came here with a friend for some coffee and to chill. I got the Americano which was rich and flavourful. There was a decent amount of seating available, and it almost felt like I was sitting in a house and not a cafe. The service was friendly as well. This is a great spot if you want to sit and hang out with friends or get some work done. read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

In-store, roasted coffee, beans, and drinks made by baristas who are having fun. Excellent coffee shop in the middle of Kensington market on St. Andrew Street. Lots of tables in the front of the store and tables inside in the back for when it rains or it is cold. I really enjoyed their Thundercloud iced espresso. It's a summer afternoon, in Toronto, and I saw dark rain clouds coming. I ducked into Moonbean coffee looked at the menu and voila! I saw a drink called Thundercloud on the menu and had to have it. It is basically an iced espresso Americano made with tonic water, lemon, and a little bit of cinnamon. No milk. A couple months ago I started seeing similar drinks on the menu and I was afraid of them thought they would be gross. I had a blood orange one in another coffee shop and now I'm addicted to these types of drinks.. They also have interesting flavors of coffee beans to take home. read more

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I checked this place out around 8am on a Tuesday and found lots of seating. I got a cold brew and a wheat bagel with cream cheese and egg. A very good and freshly baked bagel. I somewhat sadly discovered that starting around 8:30-9am is when they pull out many more freshly baked goods- so forewarning not to come too early on a weekday if you are looking for more than just a bagel, as their other food items looked very good! read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Cold brew and wheat bagel. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My absolutely favourite coffee place in the city! They offer a delicious iced caramel coffee which is more on the sweeter side! The ice cubes here are made of high quality coffee so it mitigates the issue of having a very watery iced coffee! Highly recommend. They also have a cute porch and backyard patio seating area which is nice for the summer months. Lots of seating inside as well - lots of students come here to study / hang out. read more

I swear this was probably the best iced caffè latte I tasted in North America. I don't know what else to say about it. The employees are also super nice :) What's so unique about here is that at least for the iced latte, they use iced coffee cubes instead of regular ice, so when they melt, the coffee doesn't get diluted. If they are utilising leftover brewed coffee at the end of the day, they are being very clever about it. I went back and bought some beans too. Very excited to make my own brew! read more

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Stumbled across this location while walking around Kensington Market and we all got drinks. I can't remember all the drinks we got, and I know paper straws are the thing.... but after about 1/2 the drink, I was drinking more paper than my drink and had to ultimately toss it. No dig at the location, but I might have made a different drink choice if I had known about the straws. A lot of variety, nice little inside. I'd recommend stopping there to get a drink! read more

I've walked by this place so many times but never gone in. Decided to grab something this morning was was not disappointed. The ladies working were lovely and they had things like chocolate, coconut, banana bread. Hellllooooo I was just in for s hot drink though so I got a London fog. Mmm not too sweet and they strapped it all together before straining it! Yes! I hate when they leave the bag in at places. Also this place is so long! I could see it being lovely in the summer on the front or back patio read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Best London fog I've ever had - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Great espresso! A friend of mine recommended this place and it was a wonderful experience. read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This spot has a great variety of teas and coffees! I enjoyed a cup of the strawberry oolong green tea & spent the morning getting some work done . I must say the green tea was smooth & mildly flavoured which made it easy to drink even if you don't add any sweeteners. The space is nice and quiet . It's clean ENOUGH but I did notice a buildup of crumbs and DUST on the walls which was off-putting however the bathrooms were clean . On another positive note, I noticed the staff baking all the pastries fresh in the morning. It's good to know that the snacks aren't stale or store-bought . . I'll definitely be back for the strawberry green tea and possibly to try an espresso. The shelves and walls do need a good wiping though. Other than that, great stuff ! read more

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I remember coming here for the first time a few years ago because the person whom I was meeting suggested this place. When I walked in on that rainy day I can still recall the feeling of happiness at how warm and cozy it was and the wonderful smell as I went up to the counter to order. And even now, none of that's changed. There's just something so comforting about this place that makes it unique among the numerous more modern coffee chains. A really chill, relaxed vibe with friendly staff that makes it perfect for just getting away and hanging out (with friends or by yourself) for a while. The first time I came here, I had their hot chocolate. I still get their hot chocolate when I come here now because I just can't seem to give it up. :) read more

After FOUR years, I finally got to come into the cafe since the time my hubby picked up an iced Matcha Tea Latte for me! I gushed about how GOOD it was. Today, I'm trying the Golden Milk(turmeric, ginger and cinnamon) but with almond milk (I'm dairy free but they have a whole slew of milk alternatives). The delightful Japanese girls asked me if I like honey to sweeten to which I said only a little. She made it perfectly the way I like it! Needless to say...am I ever glad I chose this as it gives you a nice slight kick to the back of the throat (especially good for getting rid of the little tickle from a residual cold). Surprisingly, on the first sip, what I thought was a lump of turmeric not blended in was teeny bits of real ginger!!! Did I say how much I hate those bubble tea shops that resort to fake, chemical powders they call "tea"? Wow!!! Love the artisanal quality of the teas---no artificial powders here!!! I was a bit hesitant to try the only gluten free option left (it was late in the day~6:30pm). The usual GF fare are really dry and tasteless. It was a pleasant surprise to find the Breakfast cookie nice and moist with bits of banana inside...maybe even some applesauce to make it moist(not sure). In any case, it wasn't sickly sweet the way most commercial cookies are made! The girls were pleasant and smiling...the music happened to be my favorite jazz renditions like "Girl from Ipanema"...aged wood tables and mismatched chairs, benches and retro copper light fixtures...all made for a lovely, non-hurried atmosphere. It makes me want to book future catch up sessions with girlfriends in the future! Can't wait to come back to try the other tea lattes...but you can be sure it'll be a lot sooner than FOUR years!!!! read more

Great coffee, food and service! If there was more seating I'd give the 5/5 but everytime I go it's rammed and no where to sit. Also, the first time I went there I ordered a drip coffee and after I paid I stood around while the employees made other drinks. I finally asked about my coffee and they told me I can help myself. That wasn't obvious to me and I felt kinda dumb lol read more

I'm vegan from California and came in this morning to grab a quick breakfast on my way to catch an early morning train. I got a large hot chocolate with almond milk and one vegan chocolate banana loaf for a total of $8.31. I found the sugar to be less in this hot chocolate. I had hot chocolate a few days ago here in Toronto and was surprised at the sugar level and once again today. Maybe Canadians just don't have a lot of sugar in their hot chocolate, which honestly isn't shocking because us Americans put too much sugar in everything. The banana chocolate loaf was okay. I was satisfied and this met the mark for my propose of grabbing something vegan and quick to go. If I didn't have the need, I would probably try somewhere else for better taste. Perhaps some of their items are better. read more

Today's coffee shops seem to be all about those pastel coloured walls, shiny bar stools, and other showroom monochrome features. But Moon Bean has a different kind of theme and vibe going on. From the aged wooden furniture, unsteady tables that have one short leg, and most prominently, a neighbourhood clientele familiar with each other, the staff, and what they might be able to find at Moon Bean, I think this place epitomizes what cafes are supposed to be all about: providing a honest-to-goodness gathering place for the community. It's a peaceful place to spend a morning drinking one of their great plant-based smoothies, freshly blended, while people watching all the people and dogs of Kensington Market go by. Only lost a star for the lack of outlets! read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Veggie, plant-based smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Moonbean is a nice little coffee place. Love everything here! Great Tea selections: where you actually you can cross examine what inside each kind of tea, open the jar to smell it and decide if you like it then take it to the counter where they will make it fresh for you. No guessing involve and not from tea bags!! Great Coffee selections: All written on the board... great selections.. I kept changing my mind while I was lining up.. (too many choices and by the time I order I changed my mind 5 times!) The staffs here are so friendly and it is fun watching them making all the drinks... The back patio is nice and cosy with umbrellas and a shaded area if you do want to enjoy the fresh air and stay away from the sun! Extra 0.5 star because I use my Indie Coffee Passport here!! read more

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They do all the things. Coffee, tea, cold brew. Vegan snacks and desserts for people who want them. Soy and almond milks. Outdoor and indoor seating. No wifi so you don't get those people sat there for hours nursing one cup of coffee forever. House made flavour syrups. Ambiance is a little kitsch but in a charming way. Stop in on your way to Kensington market to take a load off. read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We have relatives visiting from Melbourne and if you know a bit ab9ut their coffee scene...Melburnians are coffee snobs and Starbucks failed miserably there. Having said that, our relatives needed their coffee fix so we had a big order to fill...as usual, we turned to Yelp and it did not disappoint! Three lattes, two cappuccinos and an Americano later, they were thoroughly impressed. The latte was perfection. The service was pleasant and they delivered each drink as they were prepared. With a larger group it can be a bit tight for seating but next time, I'm going to check out the back patio. We usually go to Jimmy's coffee in Kensington but now I've got another option! read more

Coffee place with vegan and lacto-vegan options.. wow!!! Pros: Big backyard & front patio, Aromatic teas and coffee, loose coffee/tea to buy...(yelp checkin gets you 10% off) Vegan/Lacto-vegan coffee, desserts (with no compromise in taste, rather they are amazing, delicious) I love their regular coffee and cheesecake, which is hard to believe that it is vegan :) Cons: closes at 8 PM :( read more

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This. Place. Is. Amazing. Right by Kensington Market... so near the crowds and great people watching but not in it. Quirky and super friendly staff. And quirky space with both back and front patios and lots of interior space too. Good for work and also conversations or lazily reading a book. DELICIOUS beverages and everything made from scratch in house including coffee bean roasting. Probably the best cold brewed coffee I've ever had - I was about to reach for cream and syrup but took a sip and thought "nope don't need them this is delicious!" They also squeeze the lemons for lemonade after you order it. If I lived in Toronto this would totally be a regular spot for me. read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My Kensington coffee options have expanded! Passed this place a million times and have done take out once, but finally came and stayed a while. A little birdie told me that they filmed a movie here and I can totally see why. The feeling is a place of community, lived in, in the best way. I stopped in here for quick coffee and laptop session with a friend. In the back, there's quite a quiet room. While in the front, you'll feel all the hustle and bustle of the shop. We got a lot of work in, but if you're having a meeting in that back room and there are a few working/reading people around, you should probably assume that everyone is listening in on your conversation without trying. It's that cozy! No complaints about the americano I had, which came in a midnight blue mug. I pilfered a few bites of my friend's banana bread with chocolate chips, perfect for the occasion as well. read more

I tried a veg bagel and banana strawberry smoothie. The veg bagel was extremely yummy with fresh cream in it. Tasted healthy and yummy. While the banana strawberry smoothie was good, it hardly tasted of strawberry which could possibly have made it perfect. Very nice service. Very good people in store. I am definitely going to try their coffee next time. read more

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This place had its charm when I was in uni, but now...the words "grungy", "dumpy", and "in desperate need of renovations" comes to mind. Btw, according to the signs, they are in the middle of doing some renos, but I'll believe it when it's actually done. Everything looks almost the same - if not worse - than almost two decades ago! Men's restroom was "OUT OF ORDER". So women's restroom was unisex with 1 stall that looked as though it had not been flushed in at least a week! Very, very disgusting. Prices aren't all that much cheaper, so I honestly don't think they can get away with these "rustic" elements for much longer. Courtyard looks as though it's being used as a storage facility, a.k.a. yard of a hoarder. No WiFi / at least not with a simple click of your phone. As per other reviewers, there's an issue with their connection or at least the owner providing the code. London Fog & cake was OK. No complaints there, but 2 items was almost $10. So my only issue lies in the outdatedness, unkempt appearance and feel of the whole café. read more

I've been wanting to go here for awhile but finally, I made it! It's a cute and comfortable indie place. It hasn't got an ounce of pretentiousness or that slick - or slickster modern look and no substance. The coffee was good but didn't blow me me away like others have but what did was watching them roast the coffee beans. The smell from that was heavenly. I wanted a cup of whatever they were roasting so bad!!!. All I can say is I wish the smell of that roasted equalled the flavour of the current brew I had in my hand. That being said, it does make me want to try another cup. The staff are friendly and so cute. I thought they were sisters. LOL read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - coffee in house - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Limited seating during the winter is a bummer. We had to sit right next to this huge coffee maker making us cramped for space but the lattes were good! The tiramisu cake was slightly sweet for my taste and another customer told us that it was actually bakery bought and not made in-store? (Dunno if this merits any truth) But the workers are super friendly and I will be returning to try their other drinks! read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Tiramisu cake and mocha latte!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Cute atmosphere, awesome coffee, great staff. Visiting from Minnesota and wanted to try some fun coffee places in Toronto and stumbled upon this one while walking through. I had a muffin and I was so happy to see they offer oat milk! It's kind of a small space but that adds to the vibe in my opinion. They also use COFFEE ICE CUBES!! So your drink isn't watered down. First place I've ever been to that does that. 10/10! read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Chocolate chip muffin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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My iced mocha was just right--not too sweet. The Splash soda was refreshing. Chocolate chip muffin was good and the apple Wacky tasted delicious and it was similar to an apple pie. The ladies behind the counter are friendly & efficient. My iced latte has coffee ice cubes! read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Splash soda - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

It's a small coffee/tea shop that has a few tables in the back to sit and enjoy your drink. It has that typical Kensington market vibe, a little eclectic and a little grungy. I ordered the herbal peach tea and it was almost $4 :( The service was friendly and they do have some of their coffees to purchase. Good but not great. read more

Dropped by yesterday hoping to get some specific baked goods but alas yelp led me astray. I hadn't been to Moonbeam in a while. Grabbed a spinach bareka which is sort of like a savoury danish. Very light. Slightly larger than average selection of food, especially for it's size. There is a little bit of seating. There is a large selection of drinks also. I did takeout so didn't check out much. Worth a visit if you are in the neighborhood. read more

If you're looking for a rustic, laid-back, relaxing vibe, this coffee shop has it. Located amidst the bustle of Kensington Market, this shop has a long list of drinks and items to choose from - while it may look disorganized at first sight, you can appreciate the variety once you look closely. Lots of teas and other caffeinated drinks to choose from. There's also a case full of muffins, pastries, and other goodies to choose from, and in the summer, the outside patio has a good amount of seating. Very simple yet cozy, unpretentious, but intimate atmosphere. I ordered a cappuccino on the Saturday morning I visited, and it was quite good - nice, smooth, bold. Overall, this is a great spot to stop by during a stroll through Kensington Market - with the variety of products they offer, there's a good chance you'll find something you'll want, and hopefully like. read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Cappuccino. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

C O F F E E P A S S P O R T S T O P (#11) Drink: Large Soy Jasmine Latte Atmosphere: Oh man, the menu is overwhelming! It's directly above the counter and it's HUGE with everything written with chalk. Took me a good 2 minutes to decide with my head tilted back and mouth open lookin' up. (Rest assured, I did not look foolish by myself as there were 3 others doing so). But yeah, it was a rainy day yesterday and this place was packed! They have many baked treats and what not, but I did not get to take pictures of this place because I was in a rush. Onto the drink. I really really REALLY wanted to like this. It has potential. The taste of my jasmine latte was just aromatic and lovely. I personally LOVE jasmine tea... maybe 'cause I'm asian... I don't know. But, damn, did the barista put WAY too much powder in it! Within my first sip, I already had that powder break down in my mouth. But as I drank more, it diluted better. Then it came back in the end. I had to let my drink sit so all the chunky powder would rest and slowly drink the rest of it. Sigh. Verdict: If the barista learns to measure the amount of powder used, I'd come back for sure, but for now she needs to try her own creation and not just eyeball the measurements. 3.3 (It has potential or maybe 'cause of my Jasmine asian bias thing) read more

Moon Bean Coffee Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The best drip coffee in Toronto. Fair trade certified. You can choose light, medium, dark roast or flavor in any combination you want. Cheap price ($1.90 for small size), supreme quality. Year 2019 marks its 25th anniversary. read more

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I liked the coffee from here. The people were nice considering all of the stress from covid and the coffee was pretty good. I have been here before and I would definitely come back here for more coffee if I was in Kensington Market. I definitely recommend. read more