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    Second Cup Cafe

    3.3 (23 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:30 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    Craig L.

    A friend and I stopped in at this location yesterday (Sat.) afternoon while we were exploring venues during Doors Open. This particular Second Cup is located on the ground floor of Kensington Eye Institute with a front entrance directly from outside; the location is fairly small but it was uncrowded when we ordered therefore we received fairly prompt service. I ordered a Sea Salt Chocolate Chip cookie (see pic. below) which I found quite enjoyable. They have a fairly wide variety of both drinks and baked food. Being at the north end of Kensington Market and a short walk west of the Spadina streetcar line and Chinatown, the venue is in a convenient location, close to lots of other stores and other amenities. In my view it's worth a visit if you're in the immediate vicinity and desire/are in need of a fairly quick beverage and/or food fix.

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    Martin S.

    This SC has been through a couple different owners over the last few years and I had the pleasure of meeting the current owner, David, over a hot chocolate here recently with a Next Door meetup. Quite an interesting experience chatting about coffee, and running a business in the College St/ Kensington market area. This SC can create whatever drink you can imagine! Just ask the barista and they will be happy to accommodate whatever you would like to have. This is a smaller location attached to the medical centre beside it with a hallway so it's a great spot to hang out in if you are waiting for an appointment in the building or for someone to come pick you up. There's a cool line drawing of famous Kensington market iconography to draw you in, and when we were there the space was nicely decorated for Christmas. There's a cozy spot at the back of space to sit that is away from the hustle and bustle, as well as a window spot that is off to the side where you can hide away, yet be in plain site of the busy sidewalk traffic seen through the window. The baking is fully stocked and looked amazing when we were there. The coffee is made with SC own espresso bean which tastes unique and goes well with milk as a latte or on its own as an espresso. There's even a small patio space on the sidewalk out front in the summer to enjoy. It's good to see this SC in David's capable hands and wishing the best going forward, as we look ahead to 2023, with another year to enjoy coffee Second Cup style!

    Iced vanilla bean latte
    Meher A.

    This location is my go to coffee place whenever I need a cup of coffee before or during work. The people working here are really sweet and friendly. I've tried several things from the second cup but I've only had the iced vanilla latte from this location a couple of times and I have no complaints.

    Jenelle C.

    I think I'll stick to Starbucks. My drink was overly sweet and the cookie was rather hard. This location was also really small but I do like that they had two tables and chairs outside.

    Annie A.

    Review is for the cheesecake. It's amazing!! The cashier, a young tall guy, is very nice and friendly. Too bad can not redeem my reward for the cake. I came hoping to find a large selection of nice cake but there was only one so I got this one. Interior is a bit small for work. It's connected to the medical Center next door

    It's the lids that drive me bonkers
    Lisa H.

    On my way to the market stopped in here. Friendly staff for sure that's the reason I've stopped in previously. Only thing with second cup is that the lids stick together and you never know how many fingers have touched yours. I give this particular location 5 stars but second cup overall 3 due to this fact.

    I was really hungry ( don't judge me) :D

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    Ordered the new frocho from this location and it sucks. It tastes like a cold chocolate milk for $6 bucks. Tossed It. Not Worth It.

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    Review Highlights - Second Cup Cafe

    This location is my go to coffee place whenever I need a cup of coffee before or during work.

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    Siempre Restaurant

    Siempre Restaurant

    4.1
    (164 reviews)
    1.8 km
    $$

    This was our 2nd choice for breakfast as the 1st had an hour wait. We're so happy we decided to…read morecome here! There was about a 20 min wait, but yhe hostess was very organized & got people seated in the order in which they arrived. Once inside we were greeted with smiles & our drink order taken. All of our food was absolutely amazing. Plates were cleared. From the steak, to the potatoes, to the side salad. Everything was fresh & delicious.

    Let me start of by saying Pierina was the best!!! Our Lyft…read moredriver made the mistake of dropping us off at the new location (that isnt opened just yet)... so I called and was hoping it wasn't a mistake. Pierina guided us via phone and even came outside of the restaurant and waved as we approached. That was awesome Customer service as well as kindness. Ambiance was chill inside. Especially liked the artwork and table with their name on it. I had the Nutella latte, Nutella and strawberry waffle, and a side of sausage. Didn't like the sausage at all (tasted a bit gamey) but that's probably because ein the states there are nitrates, etc that make it taste better. No biggie! She switched it out for bacon, and that was fine and appreciated. My sister had the breakfast tacos that looked delicious and she really enjoyed. All in all this was a great pick and I would return when im Canada ever again and I'm in the area. Keep up the great work, Pierina. Her welcoming attitude attentiveness and knowledge of the menu was stellar and warrants recognition. Thank you!!!

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    French Made

    French Made

    4.2
    (75 reviews)
    1.6 km
    $$

    French Made has cultivated something of a local legend around its croissants, and after two…read moreconsecutive mornings arriving to an empty case, I understand the mythology. The almond croissant, when you're lucky enough to claim one before nine, delivers a genuinely impressive balance of shattering, buttery layers and a filling laced generously with almond cream, more Parisian in spirit than most bakeries attempting the same feat across this city. Even the raspberry version, when available, carries the same confident hand in the kitchen. The coffee program deserves equal praise. A well pulled latte and a properly balanced cappuccino suggest a team that treats espresso with the same seriousness as their pastry case, and it shows in the cup. Where the experience finds room to grow is in the choreography of the space itself. The room is petite, charming in its cobalt blue framed way, but the flow between ordering and pickup can feel cramped during a rush, and seating fills quickly. The patio, however, is a genuine reward, a shaded perch worth claiming on a slow afternoon. This is a cafe operating with real ambition and skill, let down only occasionally by its own popularity. Arrive early, claim a croissant while you still can, and settle onto the patio; you'll leave understanding exactly why regulars keep coming back.

    Good coffee, sweet pastries. The raspberry croissant is the…read morething to get at FM. If you love sugar, carbs and want to indulge an industrial strength sweet tooth FM has got you covered.

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    Holiday Entremet (lemon) - very good
    Holiday Entremet (lemon) - very good
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    L’Avenue

    L’Avenue

    4.0
    (56 reviews)
    1.7 km

    I can't fully decide if I like this place or not. It's located at The Well and there was a line up…read morefor Saturday brunch. The line moved quick, even though it wrapped around, we waited for about 20 minutes only. The menu has some cool items, a few fusion dishes and trendy items. Awesome presentation and definitely Instagram worthy. I got the huevos rancheros, it was more like an egg burrito with beans, sauce and potatoes on top. The potatoes were probably my favourite out of everything. It was good but not the traditional you would expect. My friends sadly did not like their eggs benedict. The coffee was also average, not very strong or fragrant. Service was absolutely terrible. Our sever took so long to come, we see him just chatting in the corner. It was hard to flag him down for anything. It was not a nice experience. The menu does have some other cool items I do want to try (pancakes and french toast)... so maybe I will give it another shot if I am in the area one day.

    Went at 12:30 pm on a Saturday. There was a line, but as we were a table for 2 we got seated…read moreimmediately. Looks like tables of 3 or more needed to wait slightly longer. Very friendly service (server was Crystal). Sat outside and still was attended to attentively - typically worried that patio seating gets less attention but that wasn't the case here. The menu excited me as brunch usually is a choice between sweet or savoury, but they have various options with both. Got the Indecisive with the eggs poached medium ( would recommend soft for future or sunny side up). The pistachio latte was yummy but with the matcha pancakes it became too sugary of a meal. Overall a casual yet put together vibe. Great for friends, dates, solo, or family. Washrooms not the cleanest, but the dining area was good. Did notice a few more birds than typical patios (tried to eat our scraps as we were waiting for the bill).

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    Kost

    Kost

    3.6
    (351 reviews)
    1.6 km
    $$$

    This is a rooftop restaurant located on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel in the Entertainment…read moreDistrict. Personally, I think it is the best rooftop view in Toronto. Food (3.5/5) - the menu is a combination of small and large plates ideal for sharing. A cosmopolitan menu of diverse items from many different cuisines. - Baja Caesar Salad - baby romaine, corn, caesar dressing, agave bacon, croutons, grana padano, chili spice. This was pretty good, romaine was fresh and sauce not too overpowering with a slight kick to it. - Coconut Shrimp with mango salsa, lime, chipotle aioli. Also pretty good... shrimp was cooked fine and the garnishes worked with it. - Tuna Ceviche with avocado, cilantro, corn, red onions, leche de tigre, cancha, plantain. This one was average. The sashimi chunks were pretty average and the overall mix seemed to lack flavour and moistness. - Hamachi Crudo with avocado, elderflower, pickled strawberry, jalapeño, pistachio, basil, olive oil. This was one pretty bad... some of the worst hamachi I have ever had! Overly fishy and off-colour. Service (4/5) - server and assistants were friendly and generally attentive. Some lapses in check ins from time to time. Rooftop is first come, first serve so a reservation does not mean you will be seated quickly and may have to hang out in the interior bar or tables until ready. Atmosphere (4.75/5) - you really cannot top the view from Kost. It has multiple look out areas besides the patio dining area by the infinity pool. They have a raised photo pedestal which is ideal to take pictures with the Tower, Rogers Centre and lake in the background. They also have some trendy couches and sitting areas as well. The interior dining area is also pretty good with window views outside and a California vibe to it. Overall (4/5) - Yes, the food is on the average side for the price. However, it really is a great atmosphere for dining, even if sitting inside. It is a bucket list destination at a minimum and worth a repeat imo.

    We loved the staff and the views from Kōst, everyone was incredibly attentive and kind to us on our…read morefirst day in the city. We also happened to be in Toronto when the weather was sunny and beautiful, so that also helped make this a nice experience. The food was well priced and light. We were able to finish most of what we ordered. The potatoes were my favorite part of the eggs Benedict, which we could sub with avocado instead of meat to make it vegetarian. They definitely could've used some more seasoning. The pancakes were good with maple syrup- I think the fruit topping was delicious. The pancakes themselves were a little on the drier side but the fruit made them tastier. The ambiance and vibe of the restaurant definitely made the experience worth it.

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    Baby Gem Salad
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    Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House

    Stacked Pancake & Breakfast House

    4.0
    (28 reviews)
    1.1 km

    It's been three years since I've last been in Toronto and thanks to Yelp, I was able to have my…read morefirst ever breakfast at Stacked Pancake & Breakfast the other day. This place looks like a fairly typical breakfast spot, offering a good amount of seating, large menus for both breakfast and Lunch, and of course, a ton of different pancake options! I'm usually not someone who orders temporary menu items or specials, but the second I saw the S'More Toffee Lava Pancakes I almost had a heart attack, so of course, I ordered the stupid pancakes to avoid such an problem. The food didn't take too long to come out, and they looked even better in person than they did in the menu. Maybe I'm just a little over enthusiastic about these pancakes, but I can pretty confidently say these may of been the best pancakes I've ever had. They were big, fluffy, and this plate did not skimp on the toppings at all. Overall, Stacked Pancake & Breakfast has definitely become a go-to spot for me when returning to Toronto. The food here was phenomenal and even though it took us almost 30 minutes for someone to give us a bill and let us pay, the pancakes were too good for me to get hung up on that. If you need some breakfast in the Queen/Spadina area, this is the place to go!

    I went to Stacked and tried the cinnamon bun pancakes and they were so good. Very sweet though so I…read morewould say share unless you really love sugar like that. But honestly worth it. I also had bacon and scrambled eggs and that was a nice touch with everything. The mix of sweet and savory just worked. Portions are solid and the food came out fresh. I would definitely come back.

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    Cinnamon roll pancakes -- not just a flavor or ingredient; they actually come apart like a cinnamon roll!
    Cinnamon roll pancakes -- not just a flavor or ingredient; they actually come apart like a cinnamon roll!
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    Second Cup Cafe - coffee - Updated August 2026

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