A Hidden Gem with NYC Vibes & Central Perk Charm!…read more Took my bestie to Ravine Cafe today for bunch to celebrate her birthday, and we are still buzzing. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere hit that perfect sweet spot, that classy but cozy, with a definite New York City energy. Think lots natural light with big windows, warm and welcoming lighting, and that effortless "cool" that made us feel like we have stepped into Central Perk. Only things missing is the big orange couch and the oversized coffee mugs. The menu? Bougie without the sting. We both had the eggs Benny, while mine was the Cajun shrimp (unique and flavourful), hers was the classic bacon Benny. They were both beautifully plated, yet surprisingly reasonable for the quality. What really sealed it was the service. Staff was attentive and smiley, but the owner stole the show, came by, chatted for a solid 15 minutes, and shared the restaurant's backstory. Felt like old-school hospitality, not rushed commercially influenced like most of the commercial restaurants in the area. Perfect for a brunch gathering, a date, or just pretending you are in a rom-com. We will for sure be back, and with more friends. Thank you for the great service and amazing food!

It was my son's birthday, we went fr breakfast. Very clean spacious place . Staff is very…read morewelcoming . Service was good , ambiance is good too . The breakfast was good

Went here on a Thursday evening after dinner. It wasn't super packed, but there were a lot of…read morecustomers ordering to-go. Bingsu - We got the mango one, and it came out super fast. We probably waited less than five minutes, which was awesome considering that they had a lot of other orders ringing up. It had chunks of mango, mango puree, cheesecake, and whipped cream. It was pretty enjoyable, but I think it would've been even better if I added in some mochi. The menu says it's layered with condensed milk, but the mango puree overpowered it a bit. It would be a nice touch if they could drizzle some condensed milk at the top, so that sweetness hits off the bat (at least in my opinion). Customer service was great, they were fast, respectful, and knew how to keep the line moving.

I'm a huge matcha lover, so when I found this spot I had to give it a try. I ordered a matcha with…read moreoat milk and 2 sweeteners. The matcha was very creamy and tasted high quality, which can be very difficult to find. The staff was very patient when me and my friend were taking quite a while to decide what we wanted to order, so I appreciate their cooperation. The store is very tiny, but it feels really cozy, perfect for meeting up with a friend or even hosting a study session. I'd definitely go back to try their different matcha flavours and pastries!

It was cool to learn that Seara Bakery & Pastry offers Portuguese pastries and desserts in Vaughan…read more A recent Yelp experience brought me here. This bakery is located in a plaza with plenty of parking. I had no problem finding a parking spot coming from work. Sadly, all the Portuguese egg tarts (natas) were sold out when I had arrived at 5:30 pm. However, I did manage to get a pistachio loaf that looked yummy and ended up taking it home. I have had the following items at this place: - Iced latte - Portuguese vanilla custard-filled donut - Ham and cheese croissant My iced latte was awesome. The woman at the counter asked whether I wanted sugar. I declined it, which made this drink perfect. It was cold. The coffee was smooth. It had the perfect amount of milk. I loved it. My vanilla custard-filled donut came out next. It was cut in half, so I admired all the custard in it. It had sugar around it that was the only sweetness that I got from it. The custard had a mild vanilla flavour and had little sugar, which I appreciated. The donut was more on the egg side of things. If you don't like that eggy taste, it may not be for you. I personally loved how different it was compared to regular overly sweet donuts. My ham and cheese croissant had arrived. When you order a croissant warmed up, it gets pressed in a panini machine. It was different, but it worked. There was a single slice of ham and another slice of cheese in this croissant. It was yummy, but I was yearning for more filling. The croissant had a different type of flakiness when it was pressed to death. I used the washroom before I headed home. Staff here were constantly cleaning tables, chairs, and the washrooms during my visit. The women's washroom is a single stall and it was super clean. My pistachio loaf came up to $8. I paid with a debit card. I tipped and tapped. Done! There are nuts on top of the pistachio loaf, but not in the loaf itself. The loaf was closer to a pound cake, but without a whole lot of moisture. It also had a hint of vanilla or some other extract in it. It wasn't sweet, but it did require downing it with a drink. I ended up taking half of the loaf and making French toast out of it. It turned out nicely. I hope to return to get some natas. There were so many pastries that I want to try as many as possible. (245)

Seara Bakery & Pastry truly captures the essence of authentic Portuguese pastries & dessert! It's a…read moresmall, but spacious shop offering both take-out and a few dine-in spots. From the moment I walked in, the friendly staff made me feel right at home. They were incredibly friendly and helped make recommendations on their most popular pastries - there's so many to choose from! I got the Pistachio Tiramisu and the Sweet Egg Mille Feuille. The tiramisu was light, sweet, and had a subtle pistachio flavor. The Mille Feuille was massive! It had crispy, flaky layers and a nicely balanced sweet egg custard in between. Very reasonable prices for all their pastries. If you're in the area and craving some authentic Portuguese pastries, I highly recommend stopping by this charming bakery! :)

Stopped in for a quick dinner and ended up being surprised at how much this place actually offers…read more Full lineup from breakfast to dinner, and then a wall of desserts waiting after. It felt like stepping into a spot where someone really wanted to showcase as much of Turkish cuisine as possible under one roof. We went with the Fajita, Ali Nazik, and Menemen with Sujuk. For drinks, I couldn't resist the Iced Turkish Coffee. The contradiction alone was too good to pass up and honestly, it worked better than I expected. Food leaned on the lighter side when it came to seasoning, but for anyone new to Turkish flavors, I think this is a solid intro. You still get a good sense of the dishes without being overwhelmed by spice or salt. Also appreciated seeing the little touches of fusion in the menu, blending Turkish flavors with more familiar Western dishes. Staff were friendly, space was clean, and the pricing felt fair for what you get. It might not be the loudest or boldest experience, but sometimes subtle does the job just right. Wouldn't mind coming back next time to explore more of the dessert options. There were so many I didn't even know where to begin.

The ambiance is good , the food is good and tastes fresh …read more The service is okay , not very welcoming . It's kind of quiet . We ordered Turkish coffee , which was very watery , didn't enjoy , but the coffee which came with the coffee was good. We ordered a flat thin pita with ground beef served with freshly cut onions , cilantro was good .

Beautiful coffee shop, terrible matcha drinks…read more Came on an afternoon to do some work and knew that this spot would have a beautiful interior. During the summer they also have patio seating just outside. Staff was friendly, the space was nice with high ceilings, and lots of people getting their caffeine here. I opted for their matcha latte which was not great, lacked matcha taste and was a pale green colour. I'm not complaining though since this is a coffee shop and I should've gotten coffee instead. Thought their other aspects of the coffee shop made up for everything else, like their free wifi, beautiful space, and good staff.

I've always heard about Balzac's but i've never tried it until decently. I ordered a plain latte,…read morewhich was delicious. It was warm and creamy. When I ordered, someone mistakenly took my drink and confused it with their order. However, the staff was super kind about it and remade my drink, with a smile on their face! As for the interior, it was very aesthetic. Definitely had to snag a picture of their set up of coffee bags! The only struggle was parking, since there's no dedicated parking spots aside from the SMART VMC (Subway station) parking, which is a bit of a pricey ticket if you're looking just to get coffee or food nearby.

This is a great hangout place. Nice setting to just sit, relax, and have a drink with some friends…read more They have a wide variety of video games that make this place that much better! The place is beautifully decorated and has such a cozy setting. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone that would like to just take a break from everything else. Would I come back? Most definitely!

Awesome place to chill and have a beer! Come for a beer and get an hour of gaming. We played Mario…read morecart on Switch. Clean and cozy!

Visited a year later and it's still such a great spot for lunch! Still super busy during the…read moremorning and lunch hours so you have to be patient waiting for a table. You order at the counter, grab your buzzer and wait for your buzzer to go off. You then need to go get your own food at the counter. It's pretty self serve here. Food is good and their breads look delicious. Here's what I got: Vanilla Latte 5/5 - Great latte and loved the latte art on top as well. Croissant Benedict 5/5 - Loved the plating and look at this. It came with two poached eggs, butter croissant, avocado, pesto, hollandaise and a side salad. Delicious! Everything was fresh and beautifully plated. Love the atmosphere here - it's chill and laid back. Can't wait to come back again and again!

Came here early on the weekend for breakfast. Lots of seating but can see this place getting busy…read more It was comfortable, it's the type of place where you order and pickup then go sit down. No wait service. We ordered pancakes which were great. Nice and fluffy. Loved the croc madame - it was loaded with cheese and had tons of flavour. The eggs benny croissant was just okay in our opinion. It was a bit of a wait but it was a nice place to come to for brunch or some pastries. We also had a pastry which was good and bought some sourdough to go.

This is such a cute little coffee shop and it's clearly a popular spot, especially on Sundays, when…read moreit's one of the few places open early. There was plenty of seating both inside and outside. It was raining that day, so we sat inside, and got a seat upstairs which was nice and quiet. I was looking for a caffeine-free drink and decided to try the Citro Booster because it sounded interesting. It's essentially a blend of lemon, ginger, and turmeric. I can definitely see it being the perfect drink on a cold day or when you're feeling under the weather, although I'm not sure it's something I'd order regularly. We also got the maple latte, which was enjoyable, well-balanced, and not overly sweet. We also got a pastry to pair with the drinks. One thing to note is that they don't have their full pastry selection displayed. There are a few items on the counter, but for many of the others, you need to ask the staff, who will bring them out from boxes behind the counter. The downside is that you don't find out the price until then. I did appreciate that they offered to warm up my chocolate croissant. Unfortunately, the maple latte took a little while to come out, so by the time my drink arrived, the croissant wasn't warm anymore. I would say this is on the pricey side as far as coffee shops go, though I guess cafes aren't cheap nowadays. Our two small drinks and one pastry came to almost $20. Overall, it's a nice, cozy cafe with a decent selection if you're looking for a quick bite.

Visited the Balzac's Coffee in Kleinburg on Sunday .. it's been on my list for a while! The café is…read moreinside an old home that's been beautifully converted, with seating both upstairs and outside that wraps around the house. Even though it was chilly, the patio was packed, which says a lot. I ordered the blueberry sparkling lemonade a bit on the sweet side, but refreshing once mixed properly. Stir it well so you're not sipping straight syrup at first. I also tried the seasonal iced caramel apple latte. At first, I wasn't a fan because the flavors felt separate ...caramel, apple, espresso but after letting it sit for a few minutes, everything blended together beautifully. Slightly sweet with a crisp apple note, and I ended up loving it. Lastly, the ginger molasses cookie was soft and had a nice texture, though I wished it had a stronger ginger kick. Overall, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and cozy vibes all around. 4/5. On the pricier for a cafe the two drinks in the cookie it cost me a little under $20

Nice little coffee shop in east Caledon. Popped in here to grab some coffee before a long hike and…read morethen returned again after the hike for a quick bite. Enjoyed a delicious muffin and some peppermint tea while resting my feet after a long hike. They offer sandwiches and soups and lots of treats. The menu board didn't seem to display all the options with prices, which to me is slightly annoying. I don't want to ask you what each individual item attracts what price. I was considering a sandwich with soup but they didn't seem to have a combo and i couldn't find the price of the soup so I just got a muffin. I would recommend and I would return tho.

Great little coffee, sandwich, salad and pastry spot tucked away in a little plaza in Caledon East.read more

Cute little pastry shop with lots of Turkish cookies. They have sweet cookies and also salted…read morecookies which was a new experience for me. I would recommend this job if you would like to try something new, and some butter cookies that are not sweet.