UPDATED REVIEW (July 2026) -- When I first heard of Tone House, I honestly thought they were a fitness studio and I got super excited, until I saw "Coffee" next to their name (LOL). Although I'm not a coffee drinker, I'll try any drink but I do stick with tea.
I'm updating my initial Yelp review from 4 to 5 stars. Sometimes putting a face to a business changes your perspective. Originally, I rated them 4 stars because with only 1 outlet, those trying to work on a laptop will be inconvenienced. When I first visited in June 2026, I was lucky to snag the only outlet. A woman came in shortly after I did, needing an outlet as her laptop had to be charged. So, I told her to move the table she was using closer to mine so that she could use the outlet. Anyway, that is all about to change (read below).
I luckily met the owners, a married couple, Chrissy and Mark (I believe his name is Mark?) and their baby on Saturday, 11 July 2026. I came in the morning to get my favourite drink, Masala Chai, which is sourced from a company called Dona in Brooklyn, New York (Dona Chai LLC, to be specific). I also found out that Tone House sells the liquid Masala Chai concentrate mix so I'll definitely be stopping in again to buy it. I like that the company Dona doesn't use any artificial flavours or preservatives in their chai mix.
On July 11th, I spoke with sweet Chrissy (owner) who explained that Phase 2 of the coffee shop build-out is coming soon. I didn't get to chat with her husband but I did see him. They plan to add additional wall outlets and build-out a whole new seating area long the back wall where the TV monitors or projectors currently are located. This is an exciting plan and I can't wait to see this come to fruition. Honestly, I prefer to sit and read at coffee shops instead of being on a device (laptop) but my remote work life means that I am always on the go visiting different coffee shops. Thus, I will always need an outlet while working on my laptop.
WHAT I LOVE -- I love that Tone House is a family owned business (local) and a family-friendly establishment. I see kids here often and I even noticed one young boy a few days ago playing chess with his Uncle but I'm not sure if the chess board comes with the coffee shop or if they brought it in themselves.
I also love that Tone House collaborates with local businesses such as ENERGI, a new Pilates and fitness studio that is opening soon. I love Pilates, especially Reformer Pilates, so I can't wait to visit ENERGI. Tone House actually collaborated with ENERGI recently for a fitness class inside the coffee shop - I wasn't there but I heard about it. They pushed tables and chairs aside to create space for the workout. I think it may have actually been a yoga class.
Stop on in and grab a drink or two. Maybe get a Dirty Chai (addition of espresso). You won't regret it.
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