Inside is so charming! The staff is prompt and friendly and best of all the coffee is fantastic. If I lived in Toronto I'd be here every morning ! read more

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I come here maybe once a month for the past two years and it is always so cozy. The food is yummy and the coffee and tea are great. But what makes a difference is the great staff and customer service. Very friendly. very helpful. It's easy to see why so many customers read books or do their work here. It's comfortable, warm, cozy, and relaxing. It's cleaned well. The bathrooms are clean. Floors, and tables too. Sitting inside feels like you're unbothered and welcomed. Plus the friendly staff even bring you your food once it's heated up to your table. Even now as I write this I see the owner mopping the floors from the salty slush people brought in. Great place to have a coffee. read more

I am not a coffee drinker, but I can be easily lured into cafes for a treat. We were looking for a post-lunch snack and found our way to this popular local cafe. They were finishing a rush of people and apologized for making us wait before they could get to us. We took the time to peruse the baked goods section and I settled on a caramel crunch brownie while the rest of the group ordered their various caffeinated drinks. The brownie was a generous size, with a layer of crunchy frosted flakes that had been caramelized over a dense fudgy brownie. Glad I shared it or I couldn't have finished it on my own! They have some two seater tables inside but we much preferred the patio chairs outside, especially on a warm sunny day! read more

Tango Palace Coffee Company - Latte with caramel crunch brownie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

A charming cafe in Leslieville with an old style (but modern built) espresso machine, cool decor and art works. There is a great variety of snacks and pastries, although sitting down and eating out of takeout packages is a let down. The service is friendly, and is clearly a neighbourhood spot with regulars with great banter between staff and guests. The coffee itself is not the best, but as a coffee shop there are few that are as good. read more

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I LOVE the inside of this place. So beautifully done. The exposed brick and choices for decor are lovely. They have this beautiful old brass (possibly) espresso machine and so many treats it makes is really hard to pick what to get. They also have sandwiches so you could pick up lunch here too. We got a vanilla latte. It was sweeter than I like but that's my bad, I should have asked for half sweet. The coffee was very nice other than that. I'll be back for sure! Also, their Halloween decor was so cute! read more

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I tried the matcha latte and it was great! It was flavourful and not really sweet, which I preferred. read more

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We visited this place unplanned as we were in the area visiting the park next door. The barista was friendly and made an amazing Americano. It was flavourful and dark, would definitely like to try again. After difficult choice of choosing between - Nutella Cookie, Choco Chip Cookie, carrot cake, Nainamo Bar, chocolate brownie... we eventually had a Christmas Tree Cookie as well! read more

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Sweet little spot to hang out--if I had had more time I would have lingered for a while. Great coffee and treats too. Beautiful art on the walls. Nice gentleman behind the counter who knew his regulars by name, as they knew him. read more

This is a super cute, cozy, comfortable café on Queen East. I sometimes find it hard to get a good drip coffee beyond the morning hours, but this place delivered. Bought a (fresh) banana on the side and a peanut butter cookie (super combo) and loved everything. The server was super cheery and efficient, greeted the regulars and seemed delighted to be there. Will definitely visit again when I'm nearby. read more

Decided to come here for breakfast after seeing the great reviews. I was pretty disappointed though because my experience was only average. The cafe isn't very big, but it does have a rustic cozy feel to it. The seats are quite comfy. There were a couple of tables occupied already, mostly people with their laptops. I was hoping to get some sweet pastry or maybe even try a cake after reading the other reviews, but the appearance of the cakes weren't very appealing to me, and the only croissant they had was savoury. In the end, I had the London fog and sausage roll at the cafe, and took a chocolate chai to go since I wanted to try more items. The London fog was the most underwhelming one I've ever had. I could barely taste the earl grey even after letting the teabag steep for 20 minutes. The pastry of the sausage roll was quite nice, being light and buttery, but the filling didn't taste anything special. The best out of the three was the chocolate chai. The spices gave nice heat to the drink, good for a cold snowy day. I don't think I'll be coming back. read more

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I wish there are more charming and individual coffee places like Tango Palace Coffee Company near where I live or work!! I really love the dark and cozy interior.. and the little worn and comfy airmchairs. What's better than hanging out with friends and talk nonsense over a cup of coffee?? What's better than to bring my laptop and utilize the free WIFI over a cup of coffee?? I am no coffee guru..but what they serve here taste all right for me and love drinking my coffee from a big thick mug! read more

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Came here to pickup coffee and breakfast for my mom. Found it a little over priced but the inside of the place is pretty cute. Coffee was okay. read more

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This is a cute little café my boyfriend and I happened to stumble along in search of coffee. The atmosphere is very relaxing with a quaint rustic vibe to it, Wi-Fi, and a decent selection of hot drinks to choose from. I got the cortada which is a Cuban coffee with condensed milk and regular milk used to make it and my boyfriend got the hot chocolate. I loved my choice because it had the perfect punch of caffeine I was looking for considering I just came back from Italy (where the coffee is amazing. My boyfriend's hot chocolate (which I tried myself) didn't really taste like hot chocolate but more like hot milk. I'd come back here again if I were in the area because the atmosphere is that relaxing. read more

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I really enjoy coming here!! The service is good, albeit some strange music choices at times, but overall good vibe. This is one of the only cafes I have found that is actually conducive to studying, the lighting is good, its cozy, and relatively quiet generally every time I go. The best item on the menu is the pea-not-bar. so so so good, I have brought them home many times for later because they really taste so good. The other snacks are good, cookies are always fresh, croissants and scones are good as well. Overall, pretty good snacks The tea is good, kind of like any other tea. They have a maple tea that's pretty good. The coffee is not too bad, its not super special, but it is never bad. They have nice specialty drinks, I actually prefer those to the tea and coffee, the London fog is good! The only downfalls are that there is very little space, the chairs are super bulky and short so they're uncomfortable unless you get an armchair or are naturally very small. The tables are small and so I have to hunch over if I don't get an armchair (I am 5'11). There is also some dodgy characters sometimes who treat it like its their home (sleeping, feet on chairs, taking up chairs to drink a glass of water for HOURS). And I worry sometimes if the chairs are cleaned under the cushions (like do vacuum the crumbs and such out of them). Overall I like it here and still go all the time because like I said, its so easy to concentrate in there when studying. read more

Real cool vibe and great location! The coffee is always fresh and crazy selection of pastries... My favourite place to study or just read a book. Staff is always friendly and service on point! read more

Tango Palace Coffee Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I had the worst cup of tea in my life here Mint Yeba mate, tasted like nothing but (giant) tea bag, there was hardly any actual tea in it, i asked for a small and they gave me a huge cup, which accounted for most of the insipidness, I was so ticked I returned it all the way from Yonge & Eg, and the woman behind the counter only offered me a replacement (really?? would YOU want another?) and nothing else. So, I write this story. Mind you, they do have one of the most beautiful coffee machines in the city though. read more

The first thing that caught me when walking up to Tango was the fact that gave me the feeling of being on Friends but there's no couch. This place is a little tight with the round tables and chairs on one side of the cafe because the counter is long and has so much to offer on it while behind the counter everything you need from coffee, tea to cold drinks is on the other side. We were a bit of a group, 8 and we were able to put a few tables together to sit together somewhat like a bunch of tables surrounding a three leafed clover. This place feels warm and cozy and they happen to have a nice variety of desserts to choose from. It's funny I always tell everybody I hardly ever eat dessert when now that I think of it anything with a pie crust whether it be a butter tart or a meat pie... I love it. I ended up getting a butter tart because I sort of craved something sweet after eating a mountain of savory and delicious pizza just down the street I needed something to counter the sodium and hops. I like this cozy little spot and even though I'm not very close to it I can see us coming back especially if we hit up the pizza place more often. read more

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Last of the "Kat F - Miss U Crawl" is Tango Palace Coffee. I will have to agree with Kat herself as this place has some comfy chairs even at the expense of being very tightly packed together but if you're LUCKY enough to get an Armchair then by all means enjoy the rest of your day while reading/wi-fi-ing/laptoping/sleeping as we were still here around 9 pm. 0.5 *Star* is for their hours of operations, another 0.5 *Star* for the comfortable setting that is comparable(?) to Williams Coffee Pub where I did most of my reading/studying in University. As for the Cafe Au Lait, it was enjoyable therefore A-OK as my rating. The solo server at the counter was very pleasant and even generous as he served a couple of our finest EMS officers in need of some pick-me-up(+0.5 *Stars*). read more

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When I walked in here I must say I wanted to start singing the theme song to Friends. That's exactly what this place reminds me off. It's cute without being offensively cute and cozy with that low light ambiance (you know the one I'm talking about ladies - the kind that makes you look GOOD). It's not big by any means and we were a larger group that put together a few tables and were still a bit crowded but that's ok. This place lends itself to a chill laid back vibe with exposed brick and worn out furniture (in a good way) where you can get a drink, some pastries and just sit back and read or work on your laptop or go for a casual date. I only ordered a tea as I was full from dinner earlier on but a few people ordered some cookies and seemed to like them. I also saw some biscotti at the counter that I'm going to try the next time I wander in and look for Joey. The bonus is that this place is open later than your normal coffee shops in the area and if you are looking for an after dinner place in the area along Queen St E then definitely hit this place up. For a coffee/dessert place I was definitely impressed - to get a 4 stars is rare for this kind of low key place but you know when you don't live particularly close but wouldn't mind coming back the it's all good read more

They make a great latte. They have nice arm chairs to sit on. They also have tables right by the window for you to stare at strangers on the street. Sounds perfect right? The vibe here is a lot quieter than other coffee shops in the neighbourhood. Maybe because it's further east? Only a few other tables here on a weekday late afternoon / early evening. There were some other people in the cafe but everyone was really quiet and focused on their laptops taking advantage of the free internet. Probably not the right place to come chat up friendly strangers because these strangers don't want to talk to real people. read more

Hands down, favourite coffeeshop in the city. My S.O. and I swing by this place this at least once a month. Even though we don't live near downtown, we'll make an extra stop in Leslieville whenever we're in for the day. These are the reasons why: 1) Great drinks. We're pleased enough with the café latte and café mocha, which are very smooth and well flavoured. The selections aren't huge, but you can still get a Pumpkin Spiced Latte, Maple Latte, etc. throughout the year. Prices are normal for an independent cafe. 2) Yummy snacks and prepared foods. I've tried various pizzas, tarts, and cakes, and they are all tasty. You can still order food past 9pm, which beats the Pizza Pizza variety expected at this time. 3) Great service. We've seen different baristas at work, and they're all kind and attentive. 4) Sense of community. Local artists display their work here, there's a board promoting freelance services, and locals come by to chat with the workers. The cafe is very integrated with its neighbourhood. 5) Beautiful decor and good ambience. In fact, it deserves a separate list, More Reasons to Love This Place: 1) Open late. Students like myself live strange lives, so a study space open late into the night is 100% my jam. It doesn't turn into a pub in the evening hours either, so introverts can sigh in relief. 2) Plenty of seating and wifi to go around. The code is written on the wall and not mysteriously hidden away. 3) Nanaimo bars. Enough said. 4) Music that doesn't suck and is actually good. I don't know how many times I've gone into a cool cafe, only to be turned off by its horrendous top 40's playlist. Here, you're in for pleasant, mellow beats. 5) Free street parking nearby. I've yet to visit earlier in the day, and my impressions are limited to the cafe's later hours. Still, this place remains the holy grail for a coffee lover, especially in the late hours. Other cafe owners, watch and learn by Tango's great example. read more

This is one of the rare, truly "Woohoo! As good as it gets!"-5 star reviews. And it is completely deserved. First of all, the real reason why I even ventured in there for the first time was the amazing interior and exterior of the coffee shop. As you can see in all the pics on here, it is beautifully decorated, with warm colours, lamps, and chairs. The whole ambiance has a 1920s feel to it, emphasised further by their old-school-looking coffee machine. They have plenty of seating, sometimes to the point where one cannot get out of their chair because there are too many tables/chairs squeezed in the small space. But the best spot is on the window where one has a small table and big comfy armchairs. A hot latte there... perfection. Talking of which - their coffee is amazing. Never had a bad cup here. They have their "basics" and "advanced" drinks, and the staff is really friendly and forthcoming so they'll gladly explain the intricacies of the more complicated stuff. Also, their "large sizes are HUGE. Can sip on those beasts for hours! They also have a wide selection of cookies and pastries to munch on while enjoying your latte, but also other "real" food (which I have not tried yet). I've seen some salads, and some sorts of wraps and sandwiches. Not sure what they were though. Anyway, great baristas and overall customer experience, great ambience, and great coffee and snacks makes Tango Palace definitely my favourite coffee shop in Toronto at this point. read more

Tango Palace Coffee Company - A latte and a delicious coconut-raisin cookie. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

What a gem of a coffee place! Love the interior design and the actual coffee machine is beautiful. And they also have a cute hidden back patio with trees! My Americano was delicious. read more

Tango Palace Coffee Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

When I passed by, I saw people who were sitting with laptop in Tango Palace, so I thought it would be a good place to work on my project. However, their tables and chairs were low, so it was not the best place to study. The coffee is okay not great but not bad. They have a varieties of baked products. They look okay. Their decoration is nice, but I do not know why their name is Tango Palace. read more

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Stepping in, you're greeted to a nicely dim lit room of wood tables and chairs. Popular place that night, and I felt great social atmosphere at this cafe. The carmeletta, a vanilla & caramel latte we ordered was a little too sweet to my liking. The main reason for coming here wasn't for the coffee.. I came here mainly to eat me some cookies. nom nom nom The barista probably thought we were nuts because after ordering the latte we proceeded to order 3 large gourmet cookies. "I'll get this one and that one and whats that one.. oh ok sounds good.. Well get one of those" So here we go.. My critique on the cookies Peanut Butter cCokie -- not very sweet. it has a hint of peanut . there aren't any actual whole peanuts or chopped peanuts inside. guessing it gets it's taste from natural unsweetened peanut butter source, then sweetened with brown sugar. It's a large gourmet cookie about the size of your hand. I find Kraft's peanut butter cookie recipe, the one that can be found at the back of the jar label yields better tasting cookies IMHO. Next cookie, the Almond Biscotti. This was decent. Hard and meant for drink dipping. There were chopped almonds in it. It's pretty hard to gnaw on. You'll need iron teeth to eat this thing raw. It makes a huge mess and would meet Cookie Monster approval.. Nom nom.. :) Last cookie, the Oatmeal Raisin. Just forgettable.. that's what you are. Taste like something I would get from the grocery but soft gourmet type. I can make one better at home. To sum up I wasn't wowed by the cookies or drink here. You can find better value elsewhere. However though, the atmosphere is fabulous.. I felt great social energy here. People conversing in groups or in two. Not just acting like a slaves to their notebooks. It would be a good place to meetup in the neighborhood it has character. read more

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One of the best places in the city to go and enjoy a coffee. Thy make a great espresso and cappuccino and for those with sweet teeth, they have no shortage of desert options. The coffee is good but the ambiance is even better. Small tables and chairs with a few upholstered chairs in the window. This is literally where you go with a book and just turn off for a few minutes. In the summer, they have Muskoka chairs out front so you can chill out and watch the street go by. read more

Tango Palace Coffee Company - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Patio is beautiful, Sven will make your drink to the desired temp, washroom access, fast wifi, would like to see more gluten-free friendly menu. read more

We stumbled across this quaint cafe while we out in Leslieville. Inside - there is a warm laid back feel - I can imagine grabbing a coffee and sitting out by the window. There are comfy chairs by the window, small round tables and 3-4 Muskoka chair out front. Coffee was good and there was a great selection of food (sweets and sandwiches). If I lived close by, this would be my go to place for coffee. Love the vibe and coffee read more

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Service from the one guy working closing was BAD. I was excited to try their desserts as I heard good things about it. As we're telling him what drinks and desserts we'd like to order, the guy at the counter demands us to order our drinks first before ordering our cakes. Funny how this 'barista' thinks it's the customer's job to serve his needs. Desserts were good, but nothing extraordinary. The cherry cheesecake was a large piece, and their peaNOT butter chocolate bar was quite interesting as well. Also ordered another chocolate brownie bar which was alright. As my group was chatting, eating, etc we had a few pieces of each dessert left on our plates. The same male worker came over to our table, took our forks, stacked one plate on top of the unfinished peanot butter dessert and THEN asked if we were going to finish the brownie. Uh....you just took our forks away, PLUS didn't bother asking if we were done our desserts yet....so I guess you already decided for us that we won't?!? Won't be coming back based on this truly weird experience from that guy. You're an independent coffee shop, you should probably have better service than Starbucks. read more

Are used to really like this place but two ladies working the register today were pretty bad. They were more concerned about changing the radio station every three seconds than actually making coffee. I was sitting there waiting for my order while they tried to pick a radio station for five minutes then the coffee was done and they even call it out, pretty poor service today and the coffee was straight up horrible. read more

The offering of raspberry iced tea with or WITHOUT sugar was the first thing about Tango Palace to charm me and their stable, free wifi and cozy furniture kept me smitten. read more

I do not like this place and I do not understand the rave reviews. The main reason for my displeasure is that the guy who makes the coffee seems to hate me. He radiates dissatisfaction when he sees me (which has happened all of two times). The good: - It's near the 7-11 where I use the bank machine - It's always open - There are a lot of baked goods availabe The bad: - The guy hates me (see above) - I don't like their coffee - They make a very traditional cappuccino with a LOT of foam... this might not be bad to you if you are a purist, but I am not. I really just want a small latte, and most places call that cappuccino. - The apple cinnamon muffin I had last week wasn't great, but it LOOKED like it was going to be... so I was extra disappointed. The weird-and-not-cool: The door is really hard to open, and it opens awkwardly into the place. I always end up crashing into the room like a drunk elephant. Maybe that's why the guy gives off such bad juju when he sees me. Meh. Will I go here again? Not if I can avoid it. I would go to Red Rocket next time. I would have this time too if I had had more time. read more

This place is so cute! I live downtown but there in the "outskirts" of Leslieville there is a quaint little coffee shop with the utmost homey feel. The dim lighting, the grandma's dining room chairs, the dusty pink paint on the walls, the stained glass windows and chandeliers... It's romantic almost. I usually find grandma style decor tacky and outdated but it felt cozy. I love the ambiance and the exposed brick. The painted metal ceiling is pretty cool too. The only thing taking away from the decor is the fluorescent lit cooler of baked goods. Luckily it's at the end of the shop close to the "garden" (wtf?) They have a house blend espresso. They also seem to sell beans so maybe they roast too? (or get stuff roasted at least). Their Elektra espresso machine looks pretty sci-fi, like a giant bullet from the Golden Gun meets R2D2, crowned with a bald eagle. The barista guy seemed to really know how to prepare espresso and he wasn't happy with the first pour so he re-did it. I didn't even say anything, it was all him. I appreciate details like that. He is very chipper and friendly and appears to love his job and people. I love people like that. He helps add to the warm, homey feel of the place. The espresso was quite delicious... No complaints at all. Yum. Thinking about it now. The chocolate chip cookie was not as good as he said it was. Kind of oversized and floury tasting but still pretty decent. Tasted very homemade, but baked by someone who didn't really know how to bake yet. Not sure what the deal is with the 2-star review unsatisfied with the cappuccino. If you don't like the foam of a proper cappuccino then don't order a cappuccino! If you want a small latte order a short latte. Or maybe it's called a macchiatto. I'm assuming the dissatisfaction comes from not knowing how to order. The espresso is a good base and I'm going to assume it'll make a good latte/macchiatto/cappuccino/whatevs. Even though the cookie wasn't stellar, it was pretty decent and maybe takes 0.5 of a star away... The way I felt in the shop made me all warm and fuzzy for some reason so this place gets 5-stars. I'm never in the area but when I am I'll be coming back! Might have to make the Burger's Priest + Tango Palace combo a regular venture to the east side of town. read more

Love Tango Palace for soooo many reasons. To name a few: 1. the wonderful atmosphere... at the risk of sounding like a walking cliche, this is the BEST coffee shop to get some writing done... i can just zone out; 2. great music... i rarely take off my headphones in a cafe...Tango's is good fun; 3. Wonderful staff- warm, friendly, always ready with a joke or wink... they make my day; 4. Patio in the back! Great for sneaking in a smoke or fresh air paradoxically. ...what am I forgetting. Oh! 5. the coffee. lol.Right. Hands down great snack and drink selection. No longer live in Leslieville but seriously considering making the trek to frequent this go-to again. I RECOMMEND: Fighting for the window seat. It's worth it if you're a people watcher lol. EXTRA TIP: Watch out for the 'coons in the patio area. They run sh*t and one nearly pissed on me. DO NOT MAKE EYE CONTACT, I REPEAT, AVOID EYE CONTACT WITH THE RACOONS. It's real. read more

This is one of my favourite coffee places, so much so, that I go out of my way to come here (it's not even close to where I live). I haven't tried their more speciality drinks because I prefer the classics. The drinks are made well. My favourite thing about this place in the ambience, the comfy chairs, and the decor. It's dark and moody but the big windows at the front let in a nice amount of natural light. My only qualm is the music they play. Sometimes great, sometimes not so great. Not top 40 though, so that's good. read more

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I heart Tango Palace. I decided to have a lazy Saturday and go explore a bit n Leslieville. After reading some great reviews of this spot I decided to check it out. The interior is great. Very cozy and comfortable. I am really looking forward to coming here in the winter and having a cup of hot chocolate! The staff are friendly. They have this great beautiful coffee bah-rew-in ma-chine. I was mesmerized by it. Points for having cafe au lait. A lot of places don't carry this bowl of beauty. Tango's was pretty good...but a bit on the weak side. For a morning ease into the day cafe - it is perfect. I also indulged in a chocolate chunk shortbread cookie. Was very good. Not as good as my mom makes...but a pretty decent shortbread. This place would be great for a first date. read more

All-around great; this is my preferred place for coffee in Toronto. Excellent coffee and tea (ask for a top-up of hot water), great pastries (I love their cheesecake with cherry jam on top), and some savoury lunch options as well. Staff is super-friendly, and the place is open late. The only complaint is that the space is pretty tight, and it can be difficult to get a seat. But one can't really blame this place for being popular. read more

For my liking Tango Palace is rather unpalatial. It's diminutive and dark with a palette of dark wood and burgundy. The decor has a hint of antique to it, and there are a few cozy armchairs and couches amidst a serious amount of tables. On my visit I enjoyed a just OK brewed coffee. I was happy with the portion size (a medium is quite huge) but it wasn't terrific and a little weak. There is definitely a lot of pastry on offer; I spotted cakes, pies, butter tarts, cookies, and pre-made sandwiches. They also have a wide assortment of teas and espresso. The tight layout makes it unlikely I would spend long swaths of time here, but I might stop by again for a coffee to go. Obligatory Title Pun: It takes TWO to TANGO. Menu Readability: Chalkboard sign. Need to mention: They have free Wi-Fi. What this place teaches me about myself: I'm rather particular about the use of the term "palace." read more

I only have praises for Tango Palace Coffee Company. There was not one thing that was not to my liking. From the funny barista to the homey decor to the coffee and finally their selection of sweets.... It really is a neighbourhood coffee joint in that the barista knows the regulars and they carry on a conversation as if they have been friends for a very long time. The outside has a rather rustic bistro look to it that reminds you of Paris or New York City in the movies. The furniture is antique wood, the remnants of an antique shop that used to share the space that is now solely occupied by Tango Palace Coffee Company. In addition to the normal coffee bar offerings (coffee, lattes, cappuccinos), they have a vast array of biscottis, tarts, cakes, and cookies to go with. The "Hammer Head" caught my eye. Upon inquiring, I learned that it is made with 2 shots of espresso and a bold coffee... Where was this place in my University days where all-nighters were all the rage?! The barista had me at 2 shots of espresso. I also ordered a peanut butter cookie to go with my stronger-than-Arnold java - and I did not regret it. I have always drank strong coffees, and this really "hit the nail on the head" with its intense, dark roasted flavour. I take my coffee black, and so the peanut butter cookie was the perfect accompaniment for my coffee. I think I'm in love? I could see myself coming here to sip on a cup of coffee while reading a book, or sipping a cup of coffee as I blog. I will definitely be back! read more

This place is the type of neighbourhood coffee shop that feels like a neighbourhood in and of itself. It seems that everyone who comes in here is a regular and a local. This morning it was filled with retiree coffee groups, grandparents and grandkids, firefighters, and students (like me!). On the weekend it's families and people shopping along Queen E. This coffee shop alone is enough reason to come to Leslieville... Oh, the coffee and comfort food is pretty good too! read more