Great service, vibe and food/coffee. Cute coffee shop and the breakfast croissant was delightful and shareable. Outside dining available and dog friendly. read more

Extremely positive customer service and hospitality from the woman behind the counter. On top of that, great vanilla iced latte and a nearby walk in the park topped off a great morning! read more

This place has changed, subtly, no music inside and a strange kind of energy, lots of servers. The gentleman who'd cooked for us was awesome, the server who'd made our coffees were good. Just lost its appeal over the years but still a great place to sit outside in the summer. Much better than the nearby cafes. read more

Love this place and super dog friendly! Food is nice and so is ambience! I love going with dogs there!

No complaints! Can't speak to the coffee, but I ordered three egg and cheese croissant sandwiches that were delicious. There was only one guy working and he did a great job putting them all together in decent time. Aside from the food, it was a nice cozy and chill atmosphere. read more

Great place. Great staff we had the breakfast special as well. Forgot to take photos of it. read more

Music Garden Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

On early mornings along the queens quay,there's a few places open besides Starbucks. This little spot has seats inside and the of course outside if you want a crispier view of the harbour. I had been conscious for a while so I did need something to eat and of course, coffee or in this case an americano. I did like the fact she didn't fill it with too much water which I do find some spots do excessively thenthe flavour completely disappears. So kudos there. The bummer for me was the breakfast sandwich. Gotta say, sticking a slice of processed American cheese completely killed that for me. The funny thing had I just gone to the coffee chain a couple doors down their version of breakfast sandwich is delicious. we ended up deconstructing that thing. Dodging the cheese. The other elements were fine: bacon, eggs and bread. Definitely could have done without the mayo or whatever layer of garnish spread on the bread. Seems like a nice little spot but for now I Might avoid that and go with baked goods and a coffee. I would note, the customer service was lovely. read more

Needs polish. Servers did not seem to know how to make cappuccino. Second effort was better but they served it in a cardboard cup, did not help the flavor or presentation. Limited selection of baked goods. Music came from a small speaker playing modern music. Maybe we expected more based on the name of the place. read more

The food and beverages are average here, cute spot with some tables outside for working or people gazing but unfortunately, the food is just Bad because they're so close to me. read more

Food was great! Customer service was awesome. Friendly staff and the atmosphere was nice, especially since it is close to the lake. Prices were very reasonable. Well done! read more

Needs polish. Paper cups for cappuccino, limited baked goods, music is from a small speaker and plays modern songs. Servers tried though. Does not relate to its namesake. read more

Really nice interior but a little small, was only a few tables with chairs and a couch area. The coffee is just regular coffee but their treats are really good an decently priced! There was French music playing when I was in there, and I didn't see their food menu but a lady next to me was eating chicken wings so I am sure they have a good selection of food to choose from. They also had some alcoholic drinks, beer and wine, available but a minimal selection. read more

This is a fantastic addition to the waterfront area, which just opening this summer next to the Walter Carsen Centre for the National Ballet of Canada. Amidst Starbucks, Second Cup, Coffee Time and Williams Coffee Pub, Music Garden Cafe is a breath of fresh air and the kind of place that actually makes you slow down for a moment rather than just grab and dash. Owner, Elsa is chatty and warm. She listens patiently as the woman in front of me tells her how she just got in a car accident on her birthday (and she later brings this woman a slice of chocolate cake - "for the birthday girl") and after I take my first sip of a blissful chai latte ($3.50) asks me if it's hot enough. The place is quite small, with a mix of arm chairs, sofas, and stools at the window looking out on the lake and the Toronto Music Garden. The space is pretty, with mini chandeliers and orchids. There are a few patio tables on Queens Quay, even in November! There are lots of magazines to flip through. One of the other staff plays the guitar from time to time. Otherwise the iPod plays an eclectic mix of Elliot Smith, Norah Jones, and world music. I didn't try any of the food items, although they were making some grilled sandwiches that smelled delicious! They have daily specials, salads, soups, and lots of pastries including Portuguese egg tarts. read more

Came here today for the first time. The service was polite and friendly. Free fast wifi. They serve soups, paninis, bagels, smoothies, and espresso based drinks. Normal drop coffee is like 1.15, 2, 2.15 for S,M, L respectively. I got the lentil soup which was really good ($6.5). And I got the roasted chicken panini w goat cheese ($9.75) Yum! It's served w a bit of Potato salad (tastes like store bought Ziggys) but everything else tasted really good. A bit on the pricier side but it's a nice place in downtown toronto w good offerings. read more

Music Garden Cafe - Lentil soup is thick, hot, and perfect food for the soul. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I visited on a Monday afternoon. Its a very pleasant environment, a little loud for those who need total silence to read. The wifi is free, but a little bit slow (though I did have Outlook open on my computer and was browsing the internet, as well as downloading songs onto my iPhone on Spotify and streaming Spotify, as well as downloading podcasts in the background on my iPhone). I had a BBQ chicken sandwich with a side of chickpeas. The sandwich was very good. I would normally say its not worth $9.50, but that is standard here in downtown Toronto. I also got a hot chocolate, which was quite good (definitely much better than Starbucks). Though they did lose a few points for the over-priced hot chocolate ($4.50/large). The seating was adequate (though I have a filling it fills up on the weekends [especially when cooler out]). I sat in one of the comfy orange chairs. The whole place has a very cozy/quaint feel. There is also outdoor seating on the sidewalk (covered/shade), though I didn't sit out there (for fear of a slower wifi connection - gotta download my Comedy Bang Bang podcast!). The staff was very pleasant, and courteous. If I am ever back to this area of Toronto I will be sure to stop by. read more

Music Garden Cafe - two people sitting at a table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Delightful setting opposite the Music Garden across a quiet stretch of Queens Quay, this cafe delivered scrumptious caprese panini and generous smoke salmon on a bagel with a side of potato salad. Too generous to permit sampling of the gelato offerings. Friendly staff patiently provided advice to the undecided, then delivered the fare to our patio table. Definitely a spot to remember and revisit. read more

Super recommended spot! Cheese croissant is amazing! Service is great. Coffee is really nice too

Came here today for first time - easy to walk by and miss but it's beautiful inside; both in cleanliness and decor. Staff were very friendly and engaged in conversation, letting me know about upcoming local events. I was offered free honey waffle samples while enjoying my late inside. Prices are not to bad all things considered. Working piano inside is a nice touch. Will be back to try some selections of baked goods. read more

Music Garden Cafe - Beautiful inside lounge - with a really cool piano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I live by this cafe and stopped in with a friend a few weeks ago for tea. Two teas cost me nearly $7. I was appalled. I don't understand the logic behind their prices. It wasn't the first time I'd been shocked by their prices either. I find their food extremely sub-par as well, unfortunately. I'm all for local, independently run coffee shops, but these guys really have to step up their game if they want to stay in business with Starbucks opening up shop a few doors down. read more

Very friendly and polite staff. Can be a little slow but everything is made fresh and well worth the wait. If you're in a hurry there is a Starbucks down the street. Me, I prefer the quality and ambiance at the Music Garden. read more

The food was good but it was really busy so it was a little slow. Because of this she brought us out some treats at the end. The service and desserts were wonderful. read more

Music Garden Cafe - Roasted chicken panini and lentil soup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

What a lovely little place! And might I add one of the few (ok the only) coffee shop in my hood! I've been to this cafe a few times. I never find it too busy. There are little tables and trendy sofas to lounge on. I always enjoy the service here; the staff is very friendly and great at suggesting menu options. I came here last week to grab a coffee on my way home. They just seemed do darn happy to serve me! I got a fresh pot of coffee and I really enjoyed my little cheesecake square (great way to maintain portion control and only $1.25). There was someone playing guitar, which set the relaxed atmosphere. The cafe also serves a full range of sandwiches, panini's and soup. I think it would be a nice place to take a friend for lunch/snack if you are visiting the waterfront. Its more unique than the other franchise coffee shops along the harbour. read more

Casual, quaint place on the lakefront. Owner is kind and attentive and caring, the lentil soup is AMAZING, and whatever the other reviews say about prices being inexpensive: they're wrong! Super cheap pastries and coffee drinks compared to US prices, especially being in downtown Toronto. Would definitely come back! read more

Very quiet, clean, can sit outside. AND excellent espresso - made a great americano, with perfect size serving - not watered down in a huge cup like Starbucks. Saved my review until after I tried the food. Had a pulled pork sandwich and it was great. Good homemade food. Friendly staff/owners as well. When I was there, they accommodated 5-6 women with babies and strollers by moving around some seating. Worth to walk towards Spadina, I choose it over Starbucks and Williams. read more

Java is solid but I thoroughly enjoy warm lentil soup. The multigrain toast was dripping in Buddha. #YUM

best spot for a nice homemade lunch. Also, Iced americanos are LIFE!! Felix and Jessica are a bundle of joy and brighten my day.

They don't know how to make coffee. I am pretty sure every cofee you order on the menu is made the same.

Cutest cafe in Queen's Quay! Coffee drinks are delicious. I like the decor, and there's a few tables with comfortable seating. It's a nice quiet area so I love coming on the weekend and grabbing a cappuccino and pastry and people (actually dog) watching. Paninis and soups are delicious too! read more

This is a great neighbourhood coffee place! The food is delicious and the staff are really kind and personable, which makes me more inclined to come back! It's a great alternative to the larger franchises around - support local businesses!! However. Couldn't give it five stars because service is really slow. read more

Would not recommend for food, super plain and over priced for what it is. I would rather have a McDonalds egg mcmuffin over the one they served here.... so bland. read more

This café on the harbour front is a local gem. You are always greeted with a genuine, warm smile and treated like a neighbour. The ambiance inside is so pleasant and relaxing that you can really unwind and enjoy your downtime or out-of-office work time. Weather you like to lean back into a sofa and watch out the window, meet a friend at a table, pull up a stool to the window bar or even schedule your next meeting of up to 6 around one large table, you will find a setup to suit your every mood and occasion. - Elsa, the owner, knows her customers by name - Very relaxing and cozy place - View of harbour, runners and cyclists - Good coffee, snacks and food menu - Wi-Fi - Not too busy/ noisy - A great place to spend time in I recommend it highly to anyone who wants to sit down and relax over a good cup of coffee or soup & sandwich. read more

I have selected this place as my work-place away from home. What makes this place special is Elsa, the owner. She is the most easy going, down-to-earth person genuinely caring about her customers. I haven't seen a single person that has visited her cafe to whom she did not say "hi" to in person. The cappuccino is great! read more

Sorry guys. I've been here a few times and it's NOT GOOD. The chicken was raw, the salad had a sweet taste to it and internet just doesn't work. It's not the first time I've tasted run of the mill Costco Cuisine. I would think twice about even drinking the bitter coffee. read more

I'd like to start by saying the one positive about this place before I go over the negatives. It was cute, cozy, and had a comfortable atmosphere -- but HOLY it could have been SO much more. Look, they literally went to Costco to buy their products. I have the muffins at home, I buy them frequently enough to recognize them. The bagels were clearly from the same run as the muffins and the cream cheese was your basic Philadelphia Cream Cheese. Why turn a fabulous location into a Costco Cafe? It literally makes no sense. read more

The place is charming and quiet. Staff are friendly. Their menu is traditional.. Cappuccino tasted good but was too foamy. The almond croissant was good. It's a nice place to read, work and hangout with friends as well. read more

I had a panini and my husband had the chicken wrap as well as the lemon cake all of which were delicious and the service was quick and friendly. read more

Staff is very friendly and personable. Seems like a coffee shop version of cheers. Coffee is excellent. Food is delicious. It is a little on the expensive side but that can be expected for a small business in the location. read more

The Music Garden Cafe is a gem that's not to be missed. The owners, Elsa and Steve, are both so friendly and welcoming, and possess a deep passion for what they do. The coffee and espresso's are fantastic, and I'm quite critical of where I buy my coffee. I frequent the more community focused establishments that are actually passionate about what they do, like Ezra's Pound, White Squirrel and Darkhorse. Elsa's Espresso and Americano are right up there with the others. The sandwiches are absolutely delicious (also, don't miss the chili). Aside from the food being extremely tasty, the owner's ensure all the ingredients are fresh and healthy, which is hard to find on queens quay. Whether your looking for a bite to eat or just a latte, I highly recommend this cafe:) read more

Lovely little spot along the harbourfront. I had their $5 special sandwich and it was so yummy and well made! The music is a bit loud so if you're going there for a long work session, you may want to consider bringing headphones. read more

it's a fine cafe that makes a solid cup of coffee and offers decent food. it's a nice place to sit for a while or get something to enjoy at the park across the street. the servers are friendly and quick to help. if i had a complaint, it'd be that they're a little slow, but i may also be a little impatient. ;) read more