This is my local spot! The people are lovely who work there and their baked goods are off the chain!! Great scones and muffins with wonderful flavours! Their coffee is very decent and if you like sugar in your coffee they do some really fun special coffees like the moon landing and red Rocket Coffee (one has caramel and one has chocolate in it with either the dark or blonde roast. I can never remember which is which but it's a fun treat) There is another option there they make your espresso beverage with some sugar in with the espresso which caramelize the sugar. Great spot to get a treat and a fun coffee! read more

We were sooooo lucky to have Red Rocket Coffee right next door to our Airbnb. The staff is so friendly and helpful and the coffee is great! It was the perfect start to a day full of touring Toronto's sights! read more

The staff here are fantastic and super friendly, making getting a morning coffee a great experience. I really like and recommend the medium roast blend coffee and if you are feeling in the mood for something to eat grab one of their scones. They won't disappoint. Only open until mid-day so look elsewhere for a evening pick me up but make it your AM go to. read more

Red Rocket Coffee is kind of out of the way, in the middle of nowhere... no where in the sense that there is no other business around only an old age home... some apartments.. oh yes St James Town... There are hardly any seatings in the Cafe... 3 small round tables... a little open area... where a couple of wheelchairs can park. They are making this place more like a takeout place VS people will be hanging around like a community meeting place. I would feel uncomfortable to park myself with my laptop for a long time to make it my Yelp office even though they have Wifi Access! The 2 guys are so nice... polite, cheerful and with big smile!! A lot of positive energy! Red Rocket with Mayan Chocolate... hmmm... my 3 faves in life... strong coffee/Chocolate/Spicy!! Just love that straight up.. definitely a grown up drink.. :) bitter, spicy and chocolaty at the same time (+0.5 star) Indie Passport Drink! Herbal Tea ($2.20 for any size) there are 6 different type to choose from.. the loose leaf samples are all at the counter in little jars for you to smell before you decide what you want... I do think that is a really nice touch! The HUGE floor to ceiling windows let plenty of sunlight in and great view of dog walking their owners... :P But the whitish decoration does remind me of Ikea... read more

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Nice Narrow Good coffee, espresso Actually to be honest Only had espresso Different staff ever visit read more

Red Rocket Coffee - Cap GOOD - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Drip brews and americano are still not great but I have had a change of heart. They have speciality coffees which are really good and somewhat unique. I tried Red Rocket and Moon landing and I love them! Service is always great and I like the bright lit environment inside for working. read more

Nice little coffee joint to stop in for a cup of jo in the morning. Fast friendly service. Coffee is good but nothing to rave about. I had a black bean empanada there for breakfast that was pretty darn delicious, filling and nicely priced. If you need a little pick me up, or just a place to sit and relax for a minute with a coffee Red Rocket won't disappoint. read more

C O F F E E P A S S P O R T S T O P (#8) Drink: Medium Mocha Atmosphere: Just a heads up, they only allow medium when using the coffee passport, but medium was pretty much a venti size at Starbucks! Which is also what it reminded me of. Starbucks. That was my initial thought when I drank my mocha. ''Woah, this tastes familiar....hm...holy crap.. it tastes like a Starbucks mocha!'' The two guys workin' there were really nice. I asked like 4 questions and he didn't seem to mind. Oh yeah, I have to warn you, it is incredibly small in there. There are only 3 tables with two chairs each. Yes, there is outside seating but the "tables" are actually stools, so if you have a laptop or you're thinking about studying then this place is a no no. But overall, it was okay. I swear that guy worked at Starbucks before 'cause as I got to the last few sips of my drink, it had that thick residue where it's just overpowering (y'know what i mean?)... JUST LIKE STARBUCKS! The only thing different was their whipped cream. Compared to Starbucks whipped cream, this had nothing on them. Did this review just turn into a Starbucks mocha review instead? HA! Verdict: It's a bit small for me, but considering the location is much closer to a subway station, I'd go here rather than it's older sister in Queen East. But then again, I could just go to Starbucks.. read more

Red Rocket Coffee - Mocha w/ whipped cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place is a little gem tucked away in a mainly residential area of Toronto. The cafe is small and modern, outside there is seating and parking for bikes and it offers free wifi. The staff are very friendly,engaging and offer superb service. We ordered two medium roast drip coffees, and one peanut butter and one Nutella brownie. While ordering we were talking to the lady serving us about our vacation in Toronto and she gave us the coffees for free as a welcome to Toronto ! As we sat watching people come and go the staff seemed to know most of the customers very well and you could see people genuinely love this place. read more

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Had the best maple lattes I've ever had, plus a delicious pecan scone. A perfect combination, 100% recommend.

The barista was a delight; very friendly & happy to be there early sunday morning. Made my mocha with lightening speed, was delis. Most definitely coming back. read more

Red Rocket Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I would have to rate this so low because the quality as well as the service as is pretty unimpressive. The location is very convenient with a few seats to people watch outside. The staff isn't really interested in being there or serving you for that matter. They seem annoyed when you place your order so we won't be back here. The espresso drinks are extremely underwhelming and taste more like coffee with milk. I'd compare this to a chain coffee shop but staff is at least friendly and efficient there. read more

So, I randomly found this place as I was waiting from my husband to get off work in one of the new developments in the area. Anyway I asked for anything caramel themed coffee drinks because I usually get a Caramel Macchiato at other establishments. Anyway, the barista said they have a "hot blonde" option and asked if i wanted it hot or cold. I opted the hot. It was good. Strong and sweet all together. Anyway the gem of this place, the barista! He was fantastic! I was hot because of the toronto humidity so felt totally gross, but the happiness of the barista made everything seem better. He was dancing to the 70's music that was playing in the place. Basically his whole demeanor made the price of the coffee and piece of cake (11$) totally worth it!! If you're in the area, definitely stop by! read more

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6 months ago, this would've been a 4-star rating. I'm totally bummed that the last few times i've been, the standard of my latte has been very up-and-down and often just sub-par. My first few visits to this Red Rocket were stellar, i'm not sure what's happened! Other than the coffee, the cafe itself is super neat. I love the decor, the big windows, and the general atmosphere. They have a little merch for sale, and beans also. Because that area is so void of any real coffee shops, RR is still a decent stop-off, but i'm still wary of what kind of drink i'll get every time I go in, now! read more

Things I love about my local Red Rocket: - their willingness to stock simple syrup all winter long, and leave it our so I can make it how I like it - their tasty espresso drinks - the baked goods, holy deliciousness - how really lovely all the staff are all the time, especially to my kid - the geek-funny little signs that periodically appear - how relaxed the vibe is in there Things I do not love: They don't deliver (although honestly? I half-suspect that if I called there and was really sick and home alone or something, someone would walk tea and a sandwich the block to my house) read more

15:36... Wed afternoon, the place is empty bar me and the two gents that work here. The guy manning the machine is particularly friendly. I think he's the manager. I don't bother to ask. This is a great corner location. Sunlight radiates through the tall windows facing Wellesley street and Homewood Avenue. Outside cars and pedestrians pass on by. I've been handed my medium-sized London Fog paid for by coughing up my Indie Coffee Passport. There's free wifi here, not provided by the establishment but by some other kind soul who's opened up theirs to the general coffee drinking public. There are three tables inside, so there's not much seating. However there is seating outside on the sidewalk, great for warm days like today. I have a power outlet for my laptop and the music is loud enough to background but not be annoying. Everything looks so clean and new. So at this time it's perfect for me to concentrate on work, or simply relax. There's lots of sweet treats too if that's your fancy. I'd come back. read more

Red Rocket is a generally solid, but not exceptional local coffee joint in the Verve condo building on the border of the Village and St. James Town. The COFFEE itself is pretty good. it's a step up from Starbucks. If you're like me, I never add cream or sugar at home, and always add them to Starbucks coffee. Red Rocket coffee is good enough to remain unadulterated. I'm not a fancy beverage person, so I haven't tried the mochas or the like. The FOOD is pretty minimal...a couple cookies or pastry...but it's baked in-house and looks tasty. The STAFF here are a bit variable...fairly friendly with a slightly cold hipster edge. The SEATING is quite limited. Maybe at best 4 different places to sit. I wouldn't recommend coming here planning to definitely get a place to sit to work. Every time I've been in, they've been fully occupied. Plan on take-out. read more

After having been to the other location down in Leslieville this is very different to it in terms of style while the menu remains the same. It's a very small spot and not a place I would ever plan to come to spend time at, so for a "coffee to go place" this is a great place, and with not a lot of good competition close by, I assume it gives the residents of the area something to cherish on a regular basis. The barista did not seem too interested in my being there (I mean I had an indie coffee passport, should people not go crazy over that?! :-p) I can't recall exactly which drink I had (I know it was not a latte/cappuccino or a regular brew) but I recall it being strong (just like the drink I had at the other location), I'm no fan of super strong coffee drinks so I was not overjoyed but it's always fun to live life on the edge sometimes. This was also my first go at a whoopie pie (oatmeal carrot cookie type) and I came to realise I hate whoopie pies! That was just way to sweet for life! But some of the other snacks they had did look great. I'm hardly around this area, so my chances of returning here are very slim but they do seem to have the right stuff when it comes to drink choices. read more

I'm not a coffee-drinker, but my SO is. The 4 star rating is vased on service/the vibe I get each time I'm in/near the place. Besides, they are dog-friendly there. ~~~~~~~~~ We used to live near this location, and it was the perfect place to go for coffee on weekend mornings. They are so dog-friendly that they will give a homemade dog friendly (wheat-free, peanut-buttery, human-grade) biscuit to your loved little one. In the summertime, they will of course provide a water bowl for Sparky. Service was always pretty good, and personable. I love how the place looks, so clean, trendy, modern. I'd go again if we were in the 'hood, and in the mood to have coffee. It was so awesome when this place decided to move in. The area was a bit blah before that. read more

I'm visiting from Atlanta Georgia USA and decided to walk up the street to gas station and grab some coffee and I passed by decided to stop in since I'm a Foodie. The coffee is great, customer service and the scones are delicious read more

Absolutely horrible Worst chai tea latte I have ever had Hospital vending machine coffee drinks are of a higher caliber. This place is located right next to where we Are staying so we figured perfect we will go down in the morning. 1st we go in and twit behind the counter rudely states that my support dog i am carrying cannot be in there (fine I have no real issue with that) then as I am telling my wife what I want so I can leave her rude coworker decides to rudely restate it like I didn't here it the first time. Then my wife comes out with my overpriced "chai tea latte" that is not properly foamed Luke warm and taste two steps below warm piss. .......... Congratulations caribou coffee you have officially stepped out of the last place position for crap coffee houses read more

This place is a cute and cozy little coffee shop that makes wonderful lattes ! The barista is always super nice and they have a large variety of coffee based special drinks. Will come back! read more

Let me start by saying that I just cannot live without this place. With their catchy coffee drinks, to-die-for peanut butter cookies and hipster staff they have made my neighbourhood just a little bit better. This place is the first sign for me that my area is truly gentrifying, and I like it. It gives me hope that organic grocery stores and happening restaurants will begin to pop up on every street corner. Red Rocket is tucked in right off Wellsley, it is a bit small as coffee spots go, but I usually have no problem finding a spot to squat for the many hours that I'm there. They have solid wi-fi and are never chasing me out the door for overstaying my welcome. Their baked goods are delicious and most are made in-house. Also they have an extensive collection of teas and coffees, and will make pretty much anything you ask for. Short of lacking almond milk, they cover all my "coffee shop basics". Bottom line...whether it be soy lattes or clever conversations this coffee rocket satisfies and is quickly becoming my newest Yelp obsession. read more

One of the best decaf coffee options in town. Treats a must try. Great service, every time. They close early so make sure to go early.

Red Rocket, how fortunate I feel to live close to you! Though it's fairly far out on Wellesley, the bright, friendly Red Rocket is a great little place to go for coffee - though perhaps moreso if you're inclined to order your cup to go. It is quite small, and there's very little in the way of seating (and what places there are feel pretty spartan,) but you can hang out outside if it's a nice day and enjoy one of their many drinks. I'm partial to the Miami Vice, an americano pulled Cuban-style with raw sugar, and the namesake Red Rocket, a drink that blends the flavours of earthy, robust coffee and spicy-sweet Mayan chocolate. They are also affiliated with the Indie Coffee Passport plan - though I don't have one, it seems like a cool initiative. The decor is done in a funky retro-futurist/pop art style, the people are cheerful and the service is quick - and the coffee (from Reunion Island Coffee Co.) tastes great. There are also quite a few tasty baked goods available, from banana loaf to scones and sweets to my personal favourite, savoury breakfast muffins with a whole hard-boiled egg hidden inside! Red Rocket would earn five stars in a heartbeat if there were better options to sit down and get comfortable. Alas! Delicious drinks and baked stuff make for plenty to like about this place. read more

So this review has nothing to do with the coffee and snacks both are amazing it's about the feel of the place. I enjoy feeling comfortable and welcome and I just don't I have gone there every sat/sun for the last 4 months never had any form of recognition from anybody then today I took my husband for the 1st time and they did nothing but talk to him. So I guess this is a lesson to all business owners good product is no longer enough because now I'll never go back and will just find another local coffee shop to support. read more

I used to go there very often, but the staff cheated on change long time ago. The coffee and pastries are good. It is nice to have a cup of coffee to see how you will be because there is a nursing home in front of the shop. read more

I'm so happy this location opened in my neighborhood! I've only been there a couple of times, but I love it so far. There is a really friendly atmosphere in this tiny cafe with only a couple of tables. The coffee is good, though nothing exceptional, but definitely one of the best places in the area. Actually , the only non-chain I can think of. More outdoor seating would be good! They only have a random selection of chairs...but no tables...confusing. Hope this place survives! read more

While the baked goods are still delicious, I was crushed when the barista told me they can't make iced espresso drinks in the winter. I never drink hot coffee, it looks like I won't be back here until the ground thaws in 2018. read more

Living the in the middle ground between Yorkville and St James town leaves one with few options for coffee on a Saturday morning. Thankfully there's Red Rocket! Consistently good brewed coffee - hot or iced, and espresso drinks. Can't yet speak to their food offerings but they're always tempting. The staff is always cheery and personable and the service is in line with any other small coffee shop. Not as mechanical and measured as a bigger chain but never slow. My only complaint is that they don't open until 7AM. Nothing would be better before heading out for an early morning flight than a nice coffee for the ride. read more

Certainly the coffee and sweet scone I look forward to the most on my Saturday mornings. Plus, their Wonder Woman wall art is awesome.

This place is my go to coffee shop in my hood. The Red Rocket coffee is my favourite which I believe has a shot of expresso, drip coffee and a shot of mocha - It will keep you wired for a few hours. I love the small neighbourhood feel of this place with the baristas knowing their regular customers. Great service! They also have great little deserts. read more

Interesting that I should come to a cafe called Red Rocket after coming from a cafe called Jet Fuel. Red Rocket is kinda tucked away in low traffic area surrounded by residential and office buildings. Kinda off the beaten path if you will. This cafe is darn cute. Small in capacity, yet has a really tall ceiling for headroom. It has a kinda pop-toon kinda feel. Gotta love the red rocket trash bin. But anyways, about the coffee...Coffee here is both espresso based and regular brew. Beans are exclusively Reunion Island with a custom blend thrown in just for Red Rocket. I had the aptly named "Bullet" espresso. This has a nice uncomplicated "sweet" taste of dark berries that sits long on the palette with a earthy dark chocolaty finish. Very smooth, not overly sour and very low acidity. Nice. Apart from the espresso there custom RR blend is a tasty regular cup of joe that will never be considered bland. The place is bright, simple and with limited seating. It makes for a nice stop over. The staff are friendly and pull a decent shot. They also have snacks, all home baked, as well they retail Reunion Island coffee. Worth the visit, I recommend. read more

This place is pretty good, I tried their roast beef and onion sandwich and a cappuccino. The best thing about it is the location, nestled pretty much at the border of the village and St. Jamestown, it brightens up a corner of Wellesley that needs a little something. The cappuccino was okay a little too milky for my taste but not bad. The sandwich was pretty good the meat and onions were tasty and it came on a whole wheat bun. The prices are okay, my sandwich and coffee came to around 12 bucks. read more

I love Red Rocket, and I love their rocket garbage cans. The staff is fantastic, and the treats they serve are always wonderful. I wish they had more seats in and out, but maybe that'll improve as summer comes on. Also, a place to tie my dog while I go in and get my java would be really great. =) read more

The coffee isnt great and the location is bizarre. Check out their queen e location for a four star experience.

Nothing negative to say, really. Wish there was more seating but other than that, it's pretty much everything I want in a coffee shop. They make a mean London Fog and the pastries are miles above most pastry case fare. (That banana bread. I mean, goddamn.) Staff is hip without being pretentious. Shop is always clean. Music is always good. I go most Staurday mornings and bring my parents here when they come visit. read more

My go to place for an Americano. Been going there since they opened here in 2010. Nice crema, excellent smoky chocolatey flavour. read more

Red Rocket Coffee - Large Americano, nice crema on top... - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Come here every morning, mainly due to its location en route to work. Staff are all super friendly and interact remember details about past conversations. Coffee is also amazing as are the breakfast empanadas when I'm running late. The only reason for the 4 star review is sometimes there is only one person working in the morning and if a few people order a few espresso-based drinks it can take a while to get to the front of the line. Other than that this place rocks! read more

Aww bad latte, really wanted to like them as we bought good beans from the other location. Just reminds me to not cheat on Thor when I indulge in a latte. read more