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    The Shmooz

    4.4 (41 reviews)
    ModerateCafes
    Open 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    THE SHMOOZ ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Loud
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Marketa S.

    If I could I would give them 10 !! The service was amazing, the staff super friendly and coffee was out of this world!! Thanks to The Shmooz team for your hospitality! Looking forward to trying some paninis on their patio!!

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    Kat J.

    I have been walking and driving by this place for months and I've always wanted to try it. I finally got the chance today. Inside it's very cozy and very warm colours. I could definitely see you getting a coffee to stay and just reading a book there. They also had really nice looking butter croissants and a lot of different flavors of cookies. They also have vegan and gluten-free options and a lot of other things other than just coffee and tea like kombucha and juices and even soups that you can get in a bowl cup or jar to take home. I had their latte and it was very nice. Rich flavour with the perfect balance of espresso to milk. They also have a very cute tea sniffing station so that you can check out the different teas they have to make sure that you'll like them or they just have a fun experience of smelling 15 different teas. I'd like to go back and try more!

    (Part of) The mural!
    David M.

    Open for two months, this was my first time here and it's a beautiful spot. The decor and space is warm and very inviting. I had a cappuccino and veggie panini (roasted portobello mushroom, roasted red pepper, basil pesto, goat cheese, arugula). The panini was fantastic! They buy their beans from a Quebec-based roaster who has a roaster in Toronto. They chose them for the European roast, which I find a little on the dark side, but there's no doubt that the espresso-based drinks are made with great skill and care as is the food. They serve free-run chicken, pasture raised beef and sustainable fish. The owners live a couple of blocks from their shop and took 20-months to get it open. Their care is evident. I'll be back.

    Arthur M.

    This place feels just like home but without dirty socks lying around. And yes, this is a plus. Wall art and wood furniture together create urban yet very cozy ambiance. Espresso based drinks are made the right way and by staff who must like their job, as they're always friendly and asking me about my day. They may be thinking I'm a jerk cause I never respond but it's only because I come in before work but you guys are doing great, keep it up! Long story short, if Starbucks was your wife, this would be your mistress.

    Fresh Almond croissants

    For over 8 months I watched the old hair salon at the corner of Pape and Wroxeter be transformed; large wooden tables, huge mural, antique lamps and even coats hooks under the windows counters. When I discovered the Shmooz cafe restaurant was finally open I was first in the door. The organic coffee and a fresh baked croissants are how I start every day. Sandwiches like the carne with grass fed beef and warm gruyere have that satisfying crunch. The home made chicken soup "is to die for" and all their ingredients are fresh and organic. It's that attention to detail, eco consciousness, care and wonderful food and staff that keep us coming back. In the short time the Shmooz has been open it has already become a hub of the our community and our go to place to meet and eat.

    Jessica Y.

    They have a great variety of gluten free food. Great choice! And it's an amazing neighbourhood cafe. Check out their green eggs,no ham croissant. One of my fav. It is quite busy filled with people with coming and going. Plus, they make a great cuppa flat white. Barry the owner is not only welcoming with his partner making an excellent cuppa coffee, but they both know a lot bout coffee. Certainly a coffee enthusiast and takes pride in what his cafe serves.

    The pollo panini and a chai latte.
    Ajay W.

    Really good food. Really good coffee. Really good location. If you're looking for a quick meal or coffee drop in to the shmooz and prepare for some really tasty snacks, meals and drinks.

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    Very high quality food for an indie coffee shop. Not the cheapest but the quality makes up for it.

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    A great place to spend an afternoon working on a laptop. Good coffee and treats, and the onion croissants - are to die for!

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    This local cafe has wonderful coffee, a great atmosphere and excellent food! The Carne sandwich is over the top yummy!

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    Cafe Namoo - The vibe

    The vibe

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