Heard a lot of good reputations about this place - and here we were. Our expectation was very high!…read more A little cafe, just a few blocks off the busy intersection of Yonge/Finch. I was surprised that this few blocks really transforms the vibe - Brick & Butter Bakehouse's is near Greenview avenue, relaxing street which has a lot of green spaces alongside, giving the neighbourhood a luxurious vibe. We got - Plain croissant - Dubai chewy cookie - Canelé Plain croissant, looks beautifully golden and was flaky - I felt that it was a bit dry. It had a nice honeycomb crumb structure, but this interior was not soft. Overall taste felt very bland, leaving just saltiness/dryness on the palate. Canele was okay, but the caramelization of the outer did not achieve the bitterness I desired. The texture was not as delicate. The outer was crunchy but I felt it was too thick. Taste of the interior was good and moist. I wished to have more rummy flavor. Dubai chewy cookie - It was chewy outside like mochi, but inside was runny with some crunchy pieces. Good, but did not have depths and layers that I desired. Overall, overpriced for what was offered. But nice place to take a break when walking in this pleasant neighbourhood!

We'd just eaten a very tasty meal at a nearby restaurant, and we were in the mood for a sweet…read moretreat. I hadn't heard of Brick & Butter Bakehouse, but it seemed highly regarded here, so it was a no-brainer. We showed up and the place was busy. I was a little full from the aforementioned meal, so I began looking at the smaller pastries. I eventually landed on the Peanut Butter Strawberry Crumble Financier, which I took to a nearby table and began eating. Oh man is it ever good. It's a delicious, rich cake that's subtle in its flavors but ultimately completely addictive. I honestly don't know how or if it could've possibly been any better. I can't wait to return to Brick & Butter to try some of their other offerings.

The best matcha latte I've had in Toronto so far!! So rich & not too milky…read more It's located in the Konjiki at Yonge, and the store has limited indoor seating as it's mostly meant as a take out spot. No complaints with the service. I only wish they had more locations in the GTA!

Saryo is our favourite way to end our meal at Konjiki! This time we had a chance to try out the…read moreube basque cheesecake and the matcha soft serve thingy (the name escapes me now). The ube basque cheesecake felt a little dry but the flavour was delicious nonetheless. Their matcha soft serve was bold and creamy, and it was a perfect end to another tasty meal at Konjiki.

Price - 15/18 $ for 1…read more Tucked on the yonge street around the finch intersection, this dessert place offers crepes, waffles, drinks and savoury crepes as well. A collection of cheesecake slices, custard tarts and pastries were available for pick up. The staff was courteous and has a self service concept. For dine ins - a minimum of 8$ per person order is essential, so be mindful of this criteria else you can surely opt for take aways! Mango crepe- amazing portions and the crepe was exceptionally soft. The consistency was perfect coupled with fresh sponge cake and mango bits. The STAR was the ice cream- flavours which felt authentic and a much needed change from the artificial coloured mango based ice creams widely available. TOTALLY WORTH YOUR BUCKS! Just a suggestion the main entrance is just opposite the cashier making it congested at the area, crumpling the space.

The crepe suzette was AMAZING! I'm still thinking about it days after having it. And the matcha…read morestrawberry latte was excellent, and not too sweet. The only reason for the 4 star review is that the ambiance is lacking and far more of a takeout place than a sit down, with plastic cutlery being used for dine-in. You put your order in through a QR code so don't have much to say about service but the food and drinks did come out quickly. That being said, I'd definitely come back here in a heartbeat.

Came here when it was rainy, and it was kind of hard to find. It's on the second floor, at the door…read moreto the left. When I went the whole cafe was full! Aesthetic wise it was cozy. We were wet from outside and the staff wiped us off using towels. We were seated very shortly! Note I do notice ppl come here to catch up with friends, making bracelets, working etc. seats r pretty limited. We got the coffee (jollypong) bingsu and the mango bingsu. We (3 ppl) shared them both. The coffee one is definitely unique! I enjoyed it a lot.

I've never been a fan of bingsu so I'm not sure if I'm biased We arrived as a group of 6 on a…read moreFriday late night (around 9:30pm) and it wasn't busy at all, despite having only a few tables. You order via the QR code on the table. They have some nice bingsu flavours and the bingsu itself is layered and sweet. They also top it off with a scoop of Kawartha ice cream. I'm also not a fan of Kawartha, so... it was alright. I ordered a mango bingsu with grape ice cream but apparently they ran out, so we subbed for strawberry instead, which was just ok. Some of the mango pieces were also a bit sour still so it wasn't the best. They do have some boardgames available if you'd like to play.

Ice cream 5/5 Service 3.5/5 (maybe it was a long day for…read morethem, didn't look too happy while making my order) Vibe 3/5 Got their Oero ice cream, tasted really good. I think their small looked "small", but their regular size was wayyy too much haha (barely finished it). Overall still coming back, maybe just an earlier time haha.

Located in the Upper East Food Club, Enzi serves some of the best matcha I've had in the city. The…read morematcha flavor is rich and bold without being overly sweet, making it the perfect drink to cool down with on a hot summer day. Their ice cream machine happened to be down when I visited, so they kindly topped my drink with a scoop of ice cream instead and turned it into a float. I chose the Earl Grey ice cream, and it ended up being a pairing I didn't know I needed. Both the matcha and Earl Grey flavors were strong, distinct, and incredibly well executed. What I appreciate most is that they let the tea shine rather than masking it with excessive sweetness or artificial flavors. Honestly, the scoop of ice cream may have been an even better experience than the original float. It was so good that I found myself trying to slow down and savor every sip.

The crepe looking roll was amazing. It felt paper thin while the cream was sweet, rich but not…read moreoverpowering. The amount of skill this showed just blew my mind. Rest of the stuff was excellent as well. Support local businesses. Give them a try. The minute you get in the store the aroma will knock your socks off.

Luna Bakery is something else. The first time I went, I was honestly sold purely on the vibez. The…read moresecond floor is warm, cozy, and perfect for hanging out with friends and family. The only odd thing is the outlet situation--it's a bit chaotic--so it's not exactly the best spot if you're planning to camp there with a laptop and pretend to be productive. On that first visit, I ordered the rice dacquoise and, to be honest, it kind of spooked me. I think I was expecting something like a macaron with whipped cream in the middle, but it was much lighter and softer than that. My brain didn't quite know how to process it. A few months later, I ended up coming back because I desperately needed a late evening coffee and the nearby Togo Coffee was closed. And wow, Luna Bakery makes excellent espresso drinks & I was not expecting that. The latte was incredibly creamy, nutty, and subtly sweet, with all that sweetness coming naturally from the perfectly roasted beans. Every sip felt like a small trip to caffeine paradise. I also gave the rice dacquoise another shot - this time the strawberry one - and suddenly it made sense lol. Light, slightly fruity, a little tangy, and perfect with the coffee. Now I enjoy coming back - partly for the coffee, and partly because my taste buds have finally learned to appreciate the rice pastries instead of being spooked by them. Service is always friendly - they never judge you for trying way too many free rice bakery samples. Bless.

Second visit! I heard they sell a chestnut tiramisu featured on the Culinary Class War show on…read moreNetflix, so I had to try it, and it was absolutely delicious. It wasn't overly sweet and had a delicate flavor. They also offer a variety of baked goods, pastries, and cakes, so I'm excited to try something else next time. Plus, having parking available makes it even more convenient. The place was bright, clean and spacious with a friendly staff.

I was looking for a cheesecake for a birthday celebration since I know they love New York style…read morecheesecake but I wanted something a bit more special and not from a grocery store. Found this spot and they had a good selection mid afternoon to pick up on a Sunday. The person at the counter is super helpful in helping describe how the cake may taste. They have basque cheesecake which is richer and the flavour I'm sure the person I'm gifting would confidently enjoy but I wasn't sure if they would prefer the lightness of their popular japanese options over the classic NY cheesecake. She explained the glazed popular cheesecakes they have aren't regular New York style cheese cake (despite their Uber Eats describing it as such for their Yakult flavour cheese cake). It's more like cheesecake mousse. I didn't want to get the basque cheesecake because it didn't look as nice. So she said the black sesame is in between the classic basque / New York cheesecake and the popular glazed mousse cheesecake. It's also made of marscapone and layered with matcha and not too sweet. It's also her fav so I went with her recommendation. I notice the black sesame cake isn't shown as available on Uber Eats delivery. I decided to pick up in person to make sure the delivery goes smoothly. The price difference is just $1. However, Uber Eats does charge tax and other fees whereas there's no tax at all on pick up. I eventually tried a piece and it does taste like a hybrid cheesecake in texture though the middle thin layer is a bit soggy, though I didn't mind that part. However, even though I love matcha I'm not a fan of the matcha and black sesame combination. I think I would've like an intense black sesame middle layer. The matcha layer is more intense creating an imbalance and over powers the black sesame flavour in the cake. Still a tasty cake especially for someone that prefers lighter not too sweet cakes. Note the staff does hand you the payment and there's a tip option of 10% as the lowest suggested option, which I found kinda excessive for just putting a cake in the box. They don't even make cakes at this location. It's all made in the Sauga location and she didn't even write the happy birthday on the cake. I know it's optional but it's just the consumer experience, I tipped but I feel like the tipping culture is a bit excessive to pass onto the consumer to tip on an expensive cake. Just price the cake fairly to compensate the employee or waive for pick ups and have it for only dine-ins. Unlike the previous review, it seems like they do provide a little free happy birthday topper and also a complimentary skinny candle and you're also welcome to buy extra candles if you want. They also sell some $10~ decorative helium balloons to make your celebration a bit more festive. This is their second location. The main one being in Sauga, which I've been told has been in operation for over 25 years apparently. This one I was told was opened in the last 2 years.

Located in Jtown. Bakery and cafe…read more Lots of variety of bakeries and seatings available, they sell so many cute Good and fast service

First time coming here all the way from Mississauga and it was pretty easy to find. I didn't…read morerealize it was located in a small plaza called J-town with other goodies and foods to choose from, but the fact that it was surrounded by other places made the experience better, as I got to shop around. First impressions was that it was in a cozy area and was very welcoming. Not only do they have drinks but they also have tea, coffee, mugs, crochet coasters, and other cute goodies that they sell. Me and my sister got the mango matcha latte and the peach matcha latte and we absolutely loved it. My sister's a matcha aficionado and she loved their matcha latte. I would say that the matcha is quite expensive but I could tell that it is high quality which makes up for it. I spent about $24 for 2 of the large sized matcha lattes. Their drinks were quite good and so if I'm ever around the area I'd come back to try more of their drinks! The server was also quite nice.

Loving my big bro restaurant, never give up on cooking bro, the food tasted amazing and service is…read morenot bad and ambiance uhm idk

The restaurant is on the second floor, and the entrance is on the side of the building…read more It's a very pretty cafe, and there was a good mix of people working there on laptops, as well as couples on dates and families getting brunch. They have an extensive menu, and it all looks really good! We got the Chicken Karaage and Croffles, which really hit the spot if you like sweet and savory food! The Karaage was really well done and complimented the croffles. We also got the creme brulee souffle pancakes, which were well done! However, I do wish there was more of a caramelized top for the creme brulee. In hindsight I do wish I got a more interesting flavor like Ube or Pistachio since they have a good selection of flavors, but the creme brulee was still pretty tasty! I'd say order another flavor instead though. The souffle pancakes also take 20min to prepare which took longer than their other dishes, but as long as you're sharing plates and can eat something else until it comes then it's all good! Staff was really nice and attentive. Definitely coming back and trying more of their menu!

The food was delicious, my 3 kids loved everything we ordered. Its never easy to find a restaurant…read morethat will satisfied all 3 of them. Thanks for making my life so much easier and convenient.

A quiet coffee shop that is perfect for working out of or catching up with friends…read more Came here after lunch on a weekday to get some work done and there were quite a few others here with their laptops as well. There is a 2 hour seating limit and they have free wifi with paying customers. Got an iced tea and it was refreshing and the perfect pick me up after lunch. Parking is a little tricky since it's street parking right outside of the cafe, which is green P and has to be paid for. Overall, it was a cute environment and had a great selection of drinks and sweets to choose from. Check them out if you're in the area.