The Sovereign

I'd walked passed Loveless many, many times in the past, but somehow I'd never stopped in. So when…read morewe were making plans to meet up before a night out, it seemed like a pretty obvious place to start. I showed up around 5:00 and people were still drinking coffee. (Side note: who are these folks that can drink coffee that late?? If I attempted that, I wouldn't fall asleep until the following morning.) Anyway, I sat down and eventually realized I was meant to go up to the counter to order a drink. So that's exactly what I did, and I wound up grabbing a tasty, refreshing pint of beer. The vibe in Loveless is so laid back and easygoing, too. It's a really cool little place.

Decent place, decent playlist. Nothing special, but nothing special was expected. Overall decent.read more

2.8 km•Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village

Front door

The type of bar that serves you a Whiskey Sour with real egg whites

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Coconut milk latte. During COVID, let me know if you want sugar when you order. They have to add it for you.

Milou

3.9(57 reviews)

I'm waiting for the perfect night to head back over to Milou. It's a fabulous place with very cool,…read morevery hip wait staff. They're polite and easy with their smiles. I went around 5pm on a weekday. Had a $10 martini (HH price), half dozen oysters, endive salad, French onion soup, and their crème brûlée... ate everything. Would have licked the plates. 1) it was a strong martini. Lovely 2) BEAUTIFUL oysters and I eat a lot of oysters 3) sweet and nutty endive salad. Crunchy from the nuts, crispy from the endives, sweet dressing with some chili flakes to wrap it all together. Didn't lick my plate, but I did lick my fork all the way to my fingers 4) hearty French onion soup. Wasn't too salty. Good amount of bread and cheese. Fabulous. Comforting 5) ended it all with crème brûlée. Not the smoothest, but they had vanilla bean in it and a nice crust on top, so I'm not complaining.

After years of having this place on my radar, a friend and I finally came here for breakfast and we…read morewere not disappointed. We arrived shortly after they opened, the aesthetic is eclectic and simple. The seating arrangements are comfortable and available indoors and outdoors. We both got their classic breakfast with double smoked bacon; I opted for a beer ginger drink and my friend ordered a chai latte with oat milk. She really enjoyed her drink, and it was a decent size. Whereas my beer and ginger juice was delicious yet on the small side, especially since ice cubes took up a lot of space. As for the meal itself, the eggs with crème fraîche was out of this world! They were the most delicious eggs I've ever eaten. I wish the portion was slightly bigger. The double smoked bacon was perfectly cooked and not greasy. It was thick and not overly salty. They fill up the rest of the plate with 3-4 slices of sourdough and I appreciated that they butters the toast and offered us jam. Overall the plate was fresh and delicious. I' savoured each bite. The service was good, attentive and friendly. Towards the end of our meal, it was getting busy and the noise volume increased, so just a heads up to anyone who doesn't like loud spaces. The music was on point though and I can imagine on a warmer day, the patio would also be a cool vibe to experience. One note I feel is needed to mention is the bathroom. I almost missed the steps descending down to the bathroom because the area is poorly lit. This is a safety issue. Secondly, if you're tall like me, the stalls are very tight and claustrophobic. I barely had any room in the stall and it was very uncomfortable; be careful if you're bringing your purse/phone cause there's no space and I could easily see how things can drop in the toilet. I would highly recommend the business investing into this a little more.

3.7 km•West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods

Steak frites, roasted chicken

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Cool French bistro vibe

Antikka - cafe & records

4.7(15 reviews)

This is the coolest cafe I've been to. The decor is a mix of music lover, café and nightclub. The…read moremusic is played on the coolest record player I've ever seen. Food wise had an espresso, hot chocolate and some cookies. Here was an espresso where you could actually taste all the flavours. Hot chocolate was above average and cookies were alright. Staff was friendly. There is only a little bit of seating. Maybe 20 seats in the whole place. Highlight was the WiFi at 330/30. That's the fastest for any café I've ever tested. I saw a power outlet by my sofa seat so I think they've planned for working in the cafe. Definitely recommended. They've made it into the Toronto cafe list.

Rad coffee shop slash record store on Queen West. My husband and I stopped in out of curiosity…read more(anything that has "records" in it he has to investigate) and ended up staying for a good half hour talking music with the staff and sipping on delicious coffee. I had the flat white and it was fantastic. My husband had just a standard drip coffee and he reported it as quite good as well. They have plenty of seating, from tables and chairs to more lounge type couches and such. Wifi was also really solid, which we appreciated being in from the States (crazy data charges, you know!). Staff was beyond friendly and knowledgeable and we had a great time chatting with them. Great tunes played inside with plenty of fantastic vinyl to choose from to boot.

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R and G Coffee

3.7(26 reviews)

2.7 km•Brockton Village

Cute coffee shop with a variety of seating, some vintage goods for sale, some new things for sale;…read morewith tea, coffee and a few snacks. Service was friendly, though a bit slow - but it was only one person. Feels like it should be busier/more vibrant.

Run and Gun makes its home in Brockton Village, and is one of those quirky, under-the-radar shops…read morethat's worth checking out. In addition to serving coffee and tea, it's also a concept store that curates a collection of unique and local items for its patrons, such as plants, candles, gifts and baby clothes. With something for everyone, it's easy to walk in and purchase more than a just a coffee (also great to support a local business!) As for the drinks, expect the standard complement of espresso drinks, plus chai and matcha lattes and loose leaf teas. Beans are supplied by Toronto-based De Mello Coffee and baked goods are made locally, too. Although the shop is quiet, the service is friendlier than most coffee shops in the city, which I always appreciate. Those are the little things that make me want to return.

Vegan banana walnut muffin and Cappuccino

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+84 Cafe

4.8(12 reviews)

2.4 km•Dufferin Grove

+84 has been on my radar for quite some time, and I wish I had visited sooner! We came here around…read more11:30AM on a Saturday, and it was much less busy than I expected. There are a few tables along the wall, as well as a back room with additional space for bigger parties. It is family owned, and their cute corgi wanders the place looking for crumbs. I always appreciate when a cafe's drink menu is not basic. We got the lime cream coffee and soursop jasmine iced tea. I liked the coffee more than I thought I would. A good refreshing twist on a traditional viet coffee. The iced tea was a lovely, not-too-sweet combo. My only experience with soursop in the past was with ice cream, so I was happy to see it again. We also got a roasted pork banh mi, which was freshly heated and delicious. With the quieter space and free wifi, we had a pretty productive visit. I can't wait to come back and try more items!

I was in the area to check out another cafe but it was full so we came here instead since it was so…read morehighly rated. The hojicha latte is one of the best I have had recently. Perfect amount of sweetness, so strong, perfect temperature. I literally devoured it. I did not try the durian coffee but my partner got it. It was fragrant enough for me to point it out without getting too close to it. He did really enjoy it though! We also got the lemongrass banh mi. It was warm and toasty. Great amount of toppings inside. Made a perfect afternoon snack for the two of us to share. There are outlets to plug in laptops and complimentary fast wifi. It's a cozy little cafe. There's also a self-served water station. The service was great and very friendly! I would not hesitate to come back here.

2.1 km•Koreatown, Seaton Village

Serving bar area

Coconut Ice Cream with Sticky Rice ($15.00)

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Interior

The Good Neighbour

3.9(28 reviews)

I have been here before and tried the lavender latte but this time I went there for a flat white…read moreand a almond croissant. God oh god, that cream filling inside the croissant was not expected. The croissant itself was sooooo crunchy and can see the layers through but that cream was a sweet surprise. I can't describe anymore that you should go try yourselves. The seating of the cafe is a bit darker inside but then it's probably very inside and no natural light coming thru - should be expected. Otherwise they have a seating (bar style) at the front to soak in the sun on sunny days and have a good read if you are a book worm. The customer service seemed ok, not so impressive. But meh who cares when the coffee and baked goods are this good!

The brick walls, bike on the wall, old school but classy ceiling tiles, original hardwood flooring…read morethrough most of this place makes it a cozy atmosphere for great conversation or working on your laptop. The place is spacious. With a mini assortment of baked goods -- croissants, scones, muffins, danishes -- you can grab something sweet to compliment your Americano, cappuccino, Cortado. At $2.75~ for the largest coffee, this place is affordable and trendy in Toronto'a Koreatown. Stop by with a good book or type out a yelp review and enjoy this comfortable coffee shop. My cortado and almond croissant cost just over $7.

4.4 km•Waterfront Communities-The Island

Bloor St (outside!)

Inside the shop

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Flat white

The Citrus Espresso Bar

5.0(1 review)

2.3 km•Dufferin Grove

Great new espresso bar upgrade at the old Black Cat here previously…read more In addition to the usual coffee they have a sweet cold brew pour over machine to ogle as you put in your coffee order. With the citrus name they also offer fresh squeezed OJ. And also beer, wine and cocktails too, including espresso martinis yum, along with friendly chatty service. Sounds pretty typical for Toronto right? So here's the unique thing. They are open late for an art party on Fridays! And better yet, NO COVER!! That's right, come in and relax with a glass of wine and paint something using their supplies. A DJ deck replaces the baking case so there's music as well to make it a fantastic social experience bringing together the Dufferin Grove neighbourhood, one of the coolest family-oriented hoods in Toronto.

Forget Me Not Cafe

4.3(156 reviews)

Back again for another visit after a little while! They've partnered with LSDR for a fun new…read morerefresher drink I was interested in trying. Confirming it was fun and it was tasty. I love ginger beverages- it wasn't overpowering here, I mostly tasted the kiwi and sparkling lemonade. It was busy in there but we still got our orders and drinks quickly, I appreciate how fast the service was. My friend got one of their banana bread drinks - if you like the taste of hojicha, this was particularly strong which I personally enjoyed! Love how the store also has sections where it is like a little market selling local goods and always fun to see the dogs that are sitting outside. The prices are a little expensive (my refresher before tax was $7.5) but typical for what you'd pay in Toronto for a fun drink, from what I've seen.

I think this is one of the cutest coffee shops in Toronto with a cozy, artsy atmosphere. It does…read moreget busy every time I visit, but there's actually a good amount of seating inside if you're able to snag a spot. I'd absolutely come here to get some work done if I was able to get a seat. One thing I really love is that they sell handmade goods from local artists and host craft nights, it feels very community driven and adds such a fun, unique touch to the café. Drinks I tried: Maple Goguma Latte - Slightly nutty, lightly sweet, and super comforting. I added a shot of espresso, which made it perfectly balanced and not too sweet. Dalgona Latte - A really fun drink with great texture. Just make sure to stir it well since the sweetness settles at the bottom. They're known for their creative, seasonal drink menu, and I'm already excited to come back to try what they release next season. Definitely a must-visit if you love cozy cafés, unique drinks, and supporting local artists.

3.4 km•Ossington Strip, Beaconsfield Village

Inside

Dalgona latte

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Forget Me Not Coffee

4.3(15 reviews)

Forget Me Not is a Korean coffee shop along the Ossington Strip. This is actually their second…read morelocation in the city where they offer your classic espresso based drinks as well as specialty drinks. They also have pastries that you're able to grab as well while grabbing a drink. This particular location is not accessible as there are some steps you need navigate in order to reach the entrance. However, the small patio at the back of the cafe is the perfect space to spend some time when the weather is warmer. Having been to Forget Me Not several times, their espresso based drinks are always great. However, I tried their banana bread matcha latte last year when it went viral and it wasn't bad. This year, they have their banana bread latte series again but they now have a banana bread hojicha latte. Being a huge fan of hojicha, I had the banana bread hojicha latte recently at Forget Me Not and it tasted pretty great! Price wise, it is on the more expensive side. Service wise, the staff at this coffee shop are always friendly and service is efficient where drinks are made at a reasonable time. Overall, a solid spot for coffee along the Ossington Strip! Definitely love the small patio they have at the back, the perfect place to escape to during the warmer months.

We were in the Ossington area to grab lunch, but first I wanted to find some cool coffee place I'd…read morenever tried before. Forget Me Not seemed quite promising, so we popped in and I began perusing the menu. I knew I wanted some cold, so I was immediately drawn to the Vanilla Dream Cold Brew ("cold brew brewed for 12 hours topped with house-made vanilla sweet cream"). It's delicious. The rich coffee and that vanilla sweet cream balance each other out perfectly. It's a refreshing, satisfying concoction that reminded me a little of the similar drinks I just quaffed at Disneyland. The fine folks at Forget Me Not Coffee obviously know exactly what they're doing. I'll be returning very soon, that's for sure.

4.7 km•Queen Street West, Entertainment District, Downtown Core, Waterfront Communities-The Island

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Iced Dalgona Latte yumm

Wonder Pet Cafe

4.8(6 reviews)

The cats were very lovely! They were so cute! Had a great time! Would definitely come back.read more

Loved this cafe so much! It was clean. We did both the cat and dog experiences. I enjoyed that they…read morehad adoptables as well as in-house residents, it created a more calm environment. The staff were constantly cleaning and making sure that all animals were getting along. I have not tried the cafe portion of it, but it was very cute looking.

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I moved into the neighbourhood a year ago and come to this cute spot several times a week. The food is amazing!

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