Juniper Café

This lovely café sits right on bustling Princess Street in downtown Kingston.Its decor pays full…read morehomage to iconic French novelist Honoré de Balzac, decked out in warm old-world French vintage styling instead of instantly inviting. I've regularly picked up their whole roasted coffee beans from mainstream grocery stores, so I was thrilled to finally visit the brick-and-mortar spot and taste their fresh in-house brews. A fantastic local Ontario coffee staple worth stopping by!

Delicious coffee, cozy ambiance, and stellar service :) Our…read moreserver was extra considerate checking in to see if we wanted our ham sandwiches and almond croissants warmed up, that was so appreciated! 10/10 recommend checking this place out!

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CRAVE Coffee House & Bakery

3.8(41 reviews)

2.1 km

Stopped in Kingston on our way to Montreal and found this place to grab a bite to eat and some…read morecoffee. This breakfast sandwich was soooo good I loved the herbed mayo they put on it and the bagel itself was actually good. It was pretty packed inside with people with laptops so it seems like a good place to chill and get some work done. The coffee was yummy as well!

Wow! Just stopped in here for a quick bite and some caffeine, and this place was really cool! Loads…read moreof delicious looking pastries. I had a bite of my gfs bagel sandwich and it was really good, with a delicious aioli on it. My drip coffee was really good!! I could tell that they were using good quality beans (probably their own). Comfy inside with plenty of seating, and they had a lot of workers so nobody was waiting too long. Really surprised, didn't expect to like this random spot so much, but they knocked it out of the park!

Love kingston

Sorry. Took a bite prior to taking photo. Couldn't wait

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Musiikki

4.6(9 reviews)

2.2 km

Beautiful place with perfect cocktails menu design. I love everything about Musiikki in Kingston…read more The vintage decor creates such a cozy and charming vibe. All drinks are elaborately handcrafted, and the live music adds endless joy to the night. It's truly a hidden treasure worth visiting.

I can't tell you how wonderful a night we had here. Live music outside on the patio and crazy good…read moredrinks to boot! Very special location under the stars and the shadow of a old tree.

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Coffee & Company

3.4(26 reviews)

2.3 km

Love love love the sandwiches. Great quality ingredients and creative filling. I felt stuffed. In…read morehindsight, I could have shared a sandwich with my dining mate.

Asking for an outlet to charger for phone, they say no one in here…read more In this scenario, the lack of outlets or chargers in the café could be seen as a downside to the service, especially for customers who might need to charge their devices while enjoying their time there. It could be frustrating for patrons who rely on their phones for work, navigation, or staying connected.

Black forest ham and egg sandwich $9

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Kingston Coffee House

3.0(10 reviews)

2.2 km

I stopped in to grab a smoothie from Kingston Coffee House, and was not disappointed! The service…read morewas quick for a Sunday morning, and the tables were fairly empty. It definitely would have been a good place to sit and read a book or get some work done! I would visit again to sit in instead of just getting a Tropical Harmony smoothie to go!

Awful customer service. Email is not monitored. Unwelcoming staff. Food is ok. Atmosphere is good.read more

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The Tea Room

3.0(2 reviews)

1.3 km

I go in here on occasion. They have proteiny chicken wraps and great coffee. Every single time I…read morego, the utmost friendliness and great service. Really good, nice people to chat with while your coffee or food is being prepared. I always enjoy going. I didn't like a quinoa dish I had there once, but that was about it. Also, it's damn convenient for me as I can get to it without going outside, haha.

This is the most poorly run coffee shop I have ever been to. Proof that engineers should not be…read morerunning a business. In a line with about 8 people ahead of me I waited a total of 50 minutes . This business is not suited to handle a crowd of more than two people at a time and does not run efficiently enough to handle the traffic of people at a university. I will not be returning

The Common Ground

4.3(3 reviews)

1.3 km

Excellent work! Since my last time I decided to stop in again to see how things were. They've added…read morean order number system which makes things much easier to navigate!

The Common Ground Coffee Shop is the on-campus student-run cafe that serves a range of drinks (hot…read moreand cold, class size or exam size), a bunch of pre-made wraps (quick to take away) and a few prepared options like bagels and sweet treats. The service standard isn't always consistent here - sometimes it's fast, sometimes it's slow, sometimes it comes with a great international accent! Basically, learn to time you arrival so you're not part of the pre- or post-class rush. My favourite items are the iced americano and earl grey tea, both with sugar-free vanilla. I keep it simple that way. Also, there is plenty of seating so you can grab a beverage or snack and sit for hours on end, if that's your thing.

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NORTHSIDE Espresso + Kitchen

4.2(71 reviews)

1.9 km

We visited for takeout: two breakfast sandwiches (one as a combo with a coffee). The cafe has…read moregenuinely lovely vibes and beautiful decor, especially the abundant live plants. Unfortunately, our experience was tarnished by very poor and rude service. We were told the order would take 5-10 minutes, so we sat at an empty table. After a few minutes, a server approached us, abruptly asked we move to the 'communal table' because we had ordered takeout, and literally held out her hand to take my partner's coffee, stating no outside drinks were allowed. She took it and placed it behind the counter literally without any courtesy, please, or thank you. The person who took our original order never mentioned either the no-outside-drinks rule or any restrictions on where we could sit. After forcing us to move, the same server didn't even bring our food to the table, she just told us it was sitting on the counter. When we collected it, we only received the two breakfast sandwiches. The coffee that was included in the combo was completely missing (we didn't realize till after we left). We waited just under 25 minutes for a simple takeout order. The combination of uncommunicated rules, being demeaned and moved like we weren't welcome, the confiscation of the drink, and the incomplete order made the whole interaction feel disrespectful. The atmosphere is nice, but the rude service left such a bad impression... won't be back unfortunately.

They use very good espresso and make a great latte. You can order drinks to go, very good ambiance…read moreand vibe s?

Airy bright decor makes it a very pleasant spot for a coffee break or brunch stop.

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Pan Chancho Bakery

4.1(167 reviews)

2.3 km

A gem of a bakery and cafe in downtown Kingston!…read more My review is only for the bakery and store portion of Pan Chancho. I haven't had the chance to dine in the cafe yet, mostly because it gets extremely busy, especially on weekends. That said, the bakery/store has so many great finds. Their bread is excellent quality and a great value for the size, at around $5 for a small loaf and $8 for a larger one. My favorite is the olive rosemary sourdough, which is absolutely delicious. The saucisson sec is another great local find. The baked goods offer a nice rotating variety, with everything from Québec maple chômeurs to Italian maritozzi. On my last visit, I tried the Vietnamese coffee panna cotta, which was excellent. There's also an large gluten-free selection, ranging from breads to fresh-baked goods. The gluten-free scones are a particular standout. Beyond the food, Pan Chancho also has a great selection of kitchen and pantry-related items, including spices, pasta, sauces, hand towels, reusable bags, and more. It's the kind of place where you can go in for a loaf of bread and easily leave with a whole bag of interesting little things. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in downtown Kingston! The bakery alone is reason enough to visit, even if you don't get a chance to sit down at the cafe.

While exploring Kingston for our first trip to Canada, we wanted to sample butter tarts. The Pan…read moreChancho Bakery did not disappoint. Coming from NC, the filling tasted like the inside of a pecan pie. Delicious! My Americano coffee was strong and hit the spot. My MIL and I also purchased baguettes and a cinnamon roll. All exceptional quality!

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Coffee Way Donut Shop

4.5(36 reviews)

2.6 km

Coffee Way has an excellent variety of fresh delicious donuts and a lovely serving staff! Brought…read moresome to a class at Queen's and the students were so happy - many recognized the boxes and told me this was their favourite donut shop!!

Our donuts were delicious, and the staff was very kind. The coffee was very good as well.read more

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