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    Butter & Blue

    4.4 (31 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Vonny W.

    So happy to have found this adorable little coffee shop so close to work! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I'm not sure how long it's been around, but I absolutely love the concept of coffee shops tucked into these charming little houses downtown.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The yellow and blue exterior fits the name perfectly--so cute and inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was also easy to find, which is always a plus. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was quite busy around 10:30 a.m., with a steady mix of dine-in and takeout customers.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I noticed they also have a patio that would be especially lovely during warmer weather.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu feels Asian-fusion inspired, with a wide variety of unique drinks and plenty of snack options (as you can see from the photo I posted). I ordered the matcha mochi, which was perfect--not overly sweet with a wonderfully soft, chewy texture. I also tried the Iced Cookie Butter Latte, a winter special. It was good, though not quite amazing. The coffee itself could be stronger and the cookie butter flavor could also be more evident. I did appreciate the touch of cinnamon, which added a nice warmth. That said, the drink prices can add up quickly. The latte was $7, and there were additional charges to have it iced and served in a takeout cup. And so, I'd expect better flavor, given the price point. Service was friendly, though not particularly memorable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, it's a charming spot with a fun menu and a cozy atmosphere--definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Miso Bread and Nori Rice Krispy with HK style milk tea
    Mariko M.

    I found Butter & Blue through Instagram before they opened their doors. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor of this place is so incredibly cute. When you sit inside, you feel like you're visiting a friend's place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They also have outside seating, which is lovely during warmer months.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Their menu consists of your regular espresso based drinks and teas, however, they do have seasonal menu items. Their baked goods are super unique and delicious. I love their rice krispy square with seaweed/nori on it. It's a sweet and savoury taste in one bite. Service is good; staff are friendly. Now that I'm in the area on a weekly basis, I find myself coming here weekly as well! Good for: coffee, tea, baked goods

    Spam & egg bun, hashbrown and egg bun with spicy mayo
    Alexa J.

    I've been here a few times and really enjoy their coffee and pastries! The place itself is also really cute, but on the smaller side. The biggest table is the one pictures below by the window where you could probably sit a group of 4-6. I love the Asian inspired pastries they offer, and their drinks are quite good as well. I got the Hong Kong milk tea for the first time and enjoyed it. Definitely will be coming back!

    Matcha mochi and French onion soup bun
    Jennifer G.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Walked by and saw the extremely cute alley style outdoor seating area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Tried the matcha mochi $4 and French onion soup bun $5. The mochi texture was chewy and slightly sweet, I couldn't exactly taste any matcha flavour but it was still enjoyable. The bun was slightly sweet from the brioche bun and caramelized onions. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's a lot of cute seating both inside and outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was friendly and efficient. I would try the nori rice Krispy square and miso chocolate cookie next time. Seems like they have some interesting combinations. Edited to add we've come back to try the cookie and rice Krispy. Both were excellent and unique takes on classic treats.

    Areeba Z.

    Cute little cat themed cafe with an extensive list of baked goods and warm (and iced) drinks. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have strong wifi and ample cozy seating space and tables to get your work done.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely be back. And did I mention cat themed??

    Nimish H.

    I came here based on nice reviews and the cafe lived upto its expectations. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It has a nice patio and lots of indoor space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was slow, but there was only 1 barista! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It has good food options and nice ambiance overall.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Flat white
    Carol Y.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]A cute garden cafe escape in the middle of the city, with wonderful coffee and delicious Asian-inspired drinks & treats as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Made a quick stop here for an afternoon caffeine hit in the form of a flat white. The espresso roast was not too mellow, but not too dark in its roast either. Paired with frothed milk, it gave just the right amount of coffee flavour with a slight sweetness & creaminess from the milk. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plus, I love the decor and cups here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Cecilia M.

    This has been a fantastic cafe in Baldwin Village since last year! I've been many times (my photos are from a few visits) because it's near the office, but also such a lovely atmosphere here: Cosy, warm, bright and joyful. Free wifi here and with lots of seating indoors and outdoors. Washrooms are downstairs (and therefore not fully accessible). It's a lovely spot though, and a popular spot for local students and workers. They do have particular hours and are not open everyday so follow them on Instagram for updates! Food and drinks are a perfect marriage of western and eastern palettes. You'll find matcha, hojicha and various types of milk teas here, plus Asian-flavoured baked goods too. I love their standard fare and rotating items. There's always something new and exciting to try. If you're a fan of the texture of mochi -- be sure to try their Matcha Mochi Cake! My go to drinks here are the matcha and hojicha lattes.

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    Alex C.

    This is a café that serves pastries and various drinks. I tried their sausage pastry and it was very good. The drinks are reasonably priced as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is seating both inside and outside and there is a bathroom.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Michelle D.

    A really wholesome and cute cafe located on Baldwin Street with amazing aesthetics, good food and drinks, and good energy! My wonderful friend and I dropped by the cafe today for breakfast and I got their pizza bun and iced americano to eat in. I like how they warm up their savoury pastries. The pizza bun's bread was really good and I liked how fluffy it was even though it was a thick bun. I think I would've enjoyed it if there were more toppings as it did feel more bread than a pizza bun. Their iced americano's espresso was slightly on the acidic side which I should've asked for a milk to cut the acidity but I still enjoyed it. I also got the nori rice krispies which was A-OK. The matcha mochi was also A-OK. Would definitely return to try some of their other offerings.

    Annette Y.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sigh, I kind of am in love with this cafe and wish I could hang out here every day.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Situated in a house on Baldwin, this cafe is so cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's 3 areas of seating (basement, main, patio), each with a vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I did take off a star because I felt my steamed milk in the latte was over steamed and didn't froth properly. But defs coming back to try out more drinks and just for the vibes.

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    Chuan C.

    This is a new cozy and quaint cafe, which opened on 2023-06-16. It is long and narrow with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. There is a wide variety of food and the staff was courteous. Even the owner was working there. They serve buns with different toppings ($5.00 and $6.50), cakes/biscuits/scones ($4.00 and $4.50). They serve hot drinks (coffees, lattes, teas, hot chocolate) for $4.00 to $6.50. If you want a takeout cup, it costs $0.35; I guess they are promoting saving the environment by promoting the use of reusable cups. There are some East Asian inspired drinks such as HK Milk Tea, Horlick, and Ovaltine. They even give out free White Rabbit candy at the order counter. There is a selection of books you can use while dining indoors. There are also some merchandise for sale. There is free WiFi. The cafe is wheelchair accessible. There are three gender-neutral washrooms downstairs, so they are not wheelchair accessible. There is paid neighbourhood street parking. Review 2023-204

    Tiffany W.

    I stumbled across this brand new cafe on Baldwin Street and was so excited to see the gorgeous space they've created and try their cafe goodies which has some Hong Kong and East Asian influence. Their menu has all the cafe classics with some HK inspired drinks like HK milk tea and Horlick with espresso. They have a larger than expected baked treats menu with some interesting options like a Nori rice krispies square and spam & egg bun. I find prices on the high end but where the quality stands up to the price, I think it's worth the treat. I tried the cream and lemon scone with jam which was very fresh and crusty on the outside but soft on the inside. I personally would've liked more lemon flavour. Staff are very friendly and I can tell the space, music and menu was made thoughtfully. Wishing them the best of luck!

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    [[HIGHLIGHT]]The best coffee near U of T with the best vibes![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'd highly recommend the cat coffee shortbread as well!

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    Forget Me Not Cafe

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    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.

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    The Brick Room

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    1.2 km

    This is the second location of the Brick Room in Toronto. Their first location opened 2 years ago…read morein the path at the entrance to Brookfield place near the go train. This second location is located outside on the beautifully picturesque cobblestone road named Temperance Street. The building is historic and the calm interiors make you feel instantly at home. The staff was really nice and told me about their menu and seasonal items. In addition to coffee and matcha based beverages, the store offers food and merch as well. Apparently this location is a laptop free zone, offering an incredibly welcome oasis from the hustle and bustle of financial district. Today I ordered a cortado. Before you even drink it, the fragrant coffee smell hits you. A bit sweet and almost fruity. When drinking it, the flavours amplify and provide an overall sense of calm, a breath of fresh air. It doesn't just feel like a regular old coffee but that you can take your time with it, like having a conversation with an old friend, it is meant to be savoured. I absolutely plan to go back for one of their seasonal matcha beverages and to get away from it all. 5/5

    A very modern coffee shop serving creative matchas and coffees…read more Their Goma was a delicious matcha dessert/drinks. Not too sweet but I wish the matcha was stronger. I did like the flavor of the regular hot matcha latte more, plus they made a very cute bunny latte art on it! Inside is small with minimal seatings but has a cool ambience for hanging out.

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    Cafe Landwer

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    My 1st review of June is not even in my country, the US. It was a year ago today, June 1, we left…read morefor our Niagara Falls/Toronto trip. This continues the 2025 alphabet series, C is for Cafe Landwer. On Tuesday, 6/3/25, we went to St. Lawrence Market; see my B is for Buster Sea Cove. Seems like we happened to go alphabetical for lunch/brunch as the next day Wed., 6/4/25. This place had good reviews. So, we got on TTC to Osgoode station and was a very close walk. It said established in 1919, so we thought it's a good sign it's been in business over a century; although not this location specifically. Their history in the 20th century was that they started in Berlin, Germany in 1919, but they were a Jewish family who ended up immgrating to Israel in 1933, opening their store there, and expanded locations throughout Israel. Their history in Toronto & North America (including some in the US) is much more recent since opening in 2017. Unfortunately, my closest is New York City; none in Maryland or DC area. This location is in busy downtown Toronto. We sat outside on their big patio area as the weather was warm and could enjoy the view of the buildings, people, cars, etc. Server was friendly answering our questions. I ended up getting an egg benedict with salmon in a croissant. It was creative and delicious take on egg benedict. The only issue was it was messy to eat in the croissant, but I didn't care as it was so delicious. My girlfriend got a Belgian waffle with blueberries, whipped cream, etc. It was unique and very good & sweet too as I tried a bite. Overall, this was a 5-star experience with great food, service, & atmosphere.

    My wife and I were visiting Toronto and we ate here. It was a delightful food experience. The…read moreservice was "meh" but food was good which is why I gave three stars. Service: It was not great. We sat for a while and no one took attention (we were outside and they were busy but no excuse for them -- they should do better). We had folks come in and out and were somewhat nonchalant and not attentive. Food: This was the great part of the experience. - Berries and Granola with Greek Yogurt: My brother in law got this an he devoured it and said it was great. - Farmers Breakfast: My wife got this and she LOVED it. She went back to get their Halwah Latte (which she said was just OK) - Egg white Omlette Skillet: I customized my food and it was good -- for reference I've had better only because the cheese was feta and it was unclear that this was the only option as I don't love feta. Also I'm pretty sure while I asked for egg whites there was normal egg (i.e., eggs). If you order egg white make sure the server hears you. They screwed this up for me. This is why I'm giving it three stars -- I could have made a stink but didn't think it was necessary to do so. All in all -- I'd recommend this spot to folks but don't go there thinking the service will be great.

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    Nonni Cafe & Bakery

    4.5
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    Amazing bakery! The vibes, the food, the coffee. Everything was on point. We only shared the Halva…read moreChocolate Babak which was delicious and I wished we had room for more, especially their Shakshuka. Definitely pinning this spot for a re-visit!

    I stopped by Nonni Cafe & Bakery for breakfast and ordered a small hot caramel latte along with the…read moresmoked salmon croissant with cream cheese, cucumbers, capers, dill, and red onions. The café itself is beautiful and has a very modern, aesthetically pleasing atmosphere. It was extremely busy during my visit, which is always a good sign. Because of the rush, a few tables still had dishes waiting to be cleared, making it a little difficult for some customers to find a place to sit. The tables are also fairly close together, but that's understandable given the downtown Toronto setting. The smoked salmon croissant was the highlight of my meal. It was fresh, flavorful, and packed with ingredients that worked really well together. I would absolutely order it again. My only disappointment was the latte. It looked beautiful and tasted good, but it was served warm rather than hot. Since our breakfast arrived about 10 minutes after our drinks, my coffee had become even cooler by the time I started eating, which took away from the experience. Overall, I still enjoyed my visit and would definitely give Nonni Cafe & Bakery another try. The friendly staff, beautiful atmosphere, and delicious food make it a great spot for a relaxed breakfast or coffee date.

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    I come to the Brick Room a concerning amount of times. They have two locations: Brookfield and…read moreTemperance. It's my pick me up during work hours. They take their time, give attention to their craft. It's not a place you grab and go. You need to truly appreciate it but sitting down and letting the baristas come to you, explain how to consume the coffee drink and then enjoy it. The brick room's interior is covered with red bricks and fun fact - red bricks are great to keep rooms cooler during summer and warmer during winters! I love the intentionality in everything they do.

    I tried using Google Maps to find The Brick Room, but it wasn't very helpful. Turns out the café is…read moreright along the path and I could've easily walked straight out of Union Station since it's right next to that entrance. The space itself has a really niche aesthetic and I especially loved the unique window design. I arrived around 10 a.m. and the café was busy but not overwhelming, with a steady flow of people coming and going. I ordered one of their winter specials: an iced matcha with black sesame foam. It was pricey at $10, but honestly one of the best I've ever had. They instruct you to sip the foam first before mixing, and the flavours were bold with just the right amount of sweetness. The service was incredible. They actually brought my drink over, which I wasn't expecting, and when we were done they came by with water and cleared our empty cups. Such a pleasant surprise! All in all, highly recommend this spot. I would come by all the time if I lived nearby.

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    Found Coffee - Front

    4.7
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    A quick Google search for a coffee stop (that wasn't my usual Union station stop) brought me to…read moreFound Coffee. This coffee shop is nestled semi-behind a pillar beside the lobby of the Intercontinental hotel Toronto, which adds to its charm for me, in a way. Love finding a good "hole in the wall" :) I love the bright, feminine, beachy decor and coral pink & aqua blue accents. It's not too tropical, but it definitely transports you outside of Canada. Coupled with Aussie staples like vegemite and Noosa magazines (takes me straight back there!), as well as gorgeous ceramic coffee mugs for purchase, the vibes are great here. While it is a smaller shop, there is enough seating for 3 tables, and it's very cozy. Had to go for a flat white, given the Aussie homage here. This one got my approval (and I'm picky about my flat whites) - they used a lighter, more balanced espresso roast, paired with just the right amount of creamy frothed milk. They also had a banana bread latte that my companion really enjoyed too! Looking forward to my next visit!

    Super cute little coffee shop located in the lobby of the InterContinental…read more Everything here is Instagram worthy and on brand. It's a tiny, cozy place with only a couple tables and tall chairs, so they can really only accommodate grab-and-go orders, other than a few people to sit or work. Perfect for a coffee before a Jays game or if you're here for a conference next door. I realized it was already late fall and I hadn't yet had my one and only PSL of the year, so that's what I ordered. It was decent as far as PSL's go and came with a lovely little foam pumpkin on top. Tres adorbs. The iced strawberry matcha latte also looked incredible and I had order envy. My friend ordered a pastry and said it was delicious. They also have a great little selection of food items, canned bevvies, coffee beans, teas, as well as souvenir gifts for purchase such as ceramic mugs. Did I mention the coffee was really good?

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    4.7
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    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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