The food and drinks are great but the service at Le Gourmand has seriously deteriorated. There's so much turnover that almost every day someone new is being trained on the cash register. This slows things down so much that for those of us just looking for a quick morning stop in, Le Gourmand isn't an option. I can only wonder what's happening internally that you have so much turnover, but given how unhappy your employees look, it might be time to reassess your treatment of them. Note that I realize many cafes have high turnover but I've never seen it to this degree. Watching an employee stare confused at the POS when you've already spent 10 mins in line is so frustrating. read more

I've tried many cookies, this one has got to be the best cookie ever. Big, chewy and right amount of crisp and yet soft to melt in your mouth. I usually need to dunk them in milk or coffee but not this bad boy. Went right to my mouth! I'll be back. Also, they just won an award at a cookie competition for the best cookie. For the record they should be called Le Ermahgerd Le Good. Nom nom nom!!!! read more

Also tried the chocolate walnut and white macadamia nut cookies. Both were really good, but liked the white macadamia nut a bit better. Nothing will beat the regular chocolate chip though! read more

Le Gourmand - Chocolate Chip Cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The cookie is out of this world, so much chocolate gooey ness and walnuts. Very fresh and they even warm it for you. Loved this place. Nice cafe with good food too! read more

This place is a total gem. So many times I've passed by this cafe and not noticed it. The exterior seems very underwhelming. Inside, the cafe looks a lot larger than I expected judging from the outside. I came on a weekday around 11am and it wasn't packed or bustling, which makes it nice for a sit down work meeting. They have coffee and an assortment of pastries. I was told their cookies are delicious and indeed they are! They also have lunch options such as salads and sandwiches, which look like it can be heated up. I'll be sure to try it next time I have a meeting there. read more

Pros: - kind staff - yummy baked goods - not too expensive breakfast/brunch options Cons: - does not accept cash at the moment (because of covid) Takeaways: Their food all look very tasty, it's not necessarily a place you'd come with someone to have a meet up, but it's definitely worth coming by to pick up lunch/baked goods read more

This review applies to the baked items I tried in addition to the cappuccino. A couple of my friends swear by this place and are always recommending to come here for a brunch. So on a nice Sunday the same invite was extended I couldn't resist. Sadly I had breakfast earlier but I will be sure to come back for the main courses as they all looked tempting. This is a simple, mostly self order kinda place. At the start of the line there are quite a few baked goods I decided to pick a croissants (a good yardstick to judge a bakery) and a bichon (with a lemon filling) too bad I had already placed my ordered as I noticed some desserts from perennial favorite Rahier! (will come back for those) The croissants and bichon were quite good. Nice and buttery high marks here. The cappuccino didn't fare well though. here is the verdict Espresso: Medium Crema': average Milk: Frothed below Average Latte Art: None A half decent drink. I would say 2.5 stars. Hmm if you are in the mood to grab and go I would say pick up your capp from several decent alternates nearby and pick up your baked good here. I will be back to try the brunch items as they all looked decent. read more

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I always search for the best cookie in the area when I travel & these were truly something special! My family doesn't have much of a sweet tooth, I constantly force everyone to accompany me in my cookie search. But this was a special place as it had everyone raving about a different cookie, they all had their favorite and could not stop saying how delicious the cookies were! My favorite had to be the PB cookie as I love everything Peanut Butter. The cookies are soft and not at all hard, although they may appear that way at first glance. They almost split in two when you're holding one, so so so perfectly baked! The place is cute and welcoming, we enjoyed sitting and savoring every bite of cookie! read more

Le Gourmand - PB, White Chocolate Macadamia, Oatmeal Raisin, Walnut Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Chip - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Amidst all the bustle in chinatown, it's nice to find a place to sit down without loud conversations all around you. This place is known for their large cookies. They have a good selection and you can ask for a fresh one that is still warm! I got a macadamia nut, white chocolate chip cookie and bought a chocolate chip cookie for my friend. I'm not much of a sweets person, so I'll tell you what my friend said about it: the fact that they are thicker than a regular cookie and chock full of ooey gooey goodness makes Le Gourmand her fave place to go for a treat. In my opinion, $3 for a cookie is pretty expensive. But I think it's deff worthwhile to try it. And hey, every once in a while you gotta treat yourself haha. read more

Cookies here at amazing. They r bigger than the usual size but also cost a lot more. Always warm and delicious. Employees on the other hand are not exactly very friendly and seemed more annoyed. Been here about 5 times, and not once have I ever felt welcomed. But seriously, the cookies are a must try. read more

Got three cookies, 2 chocolate chip and 1 white chocolate. The chocolate chip cookies were really good. I would definitely recommend these cookies to others. I saw that it was well rated, and it didn't disappoint. read more

Le Gourmand - Chocolate chip cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Best chocolate chip cookie in town. Quaint coffee shop. I loved the Waldorf Salad- it had chicken, grapes, etc. but not sure it's still available. Awesome that we can now also get their chocolate chip cookie at Portland Variety which is even closer to my place. they do sell out though at both locations. read more

Short and sweet (like their cookies) this review is just about that - their glorious, famous, well reviewed cookies (and why in the sweet f&%k I have never had them - seriously?!!? Where have these been all my life)? I met up with my new cookie expert yelp pal Sol O on his recco that this was THE spot for a mid-day cookie hangout, so we did it up. I got a single (walnut free) chocolate chip cookie and it was insane! Warm inside still somehow, soft inside with a little crust all over the outside. Each bite was gooey and sweet, and ... and....magical (hearts over eyes emoji). I had top escape as fast as possible because I knew if I stayed much longer I'd destroy their entire inventory and then I'd be fat-shaming myself for days to come. Never been to LG? You should, they're well known for other things but do yourself a favour come for the cookies. Eatcrest Out read more

Incredibly underwhelming and underseasoned mushroom omelette, served to me in takeout container because they assumed without asking, that I was grabbing it to go. Even though my dining partner got his meal on a real plate. I was going to give just two stars but am giving one extra star because the cafe itself was clean and pleasant and the chocolate chip cookies smelled amazing as they were baking. They looked delicious too. read more

The hype is real!!! After reading so many reviews about their chocolate chip cookie, I just knew I had to go and get one. I went early in the morning to ensure that I wouldn't miss out. At that time, I was pretty much the only person in the cafe. And there was a whole tray of cookies. I bought one and it is huge and very thick! When I broke it in half, the chocolate pieces were still melty. The outside is crisp while the inside is still slightly gooey. One bite and I was hooked! The caramel flavor of the butter and brown sugar comes through in every bite, the chocolate pieces are plentiful without overpowering the cookie, and that super soft center is so good. I went right back to the counter to contemplate one of the great questions in life - do I buy one more cookie or do I buy two?! After much deliberation, I went for it and bought two more. And I do not regret it one bit because these are literally the best chocolate chip cookies I have ever had anywhere. For $3.50/cookie, it's quite reasonable considering the size and especially the quality. Make sure you hit this place up! read more

I came around 11am and they were out of chocolate croissants! I ended up getting a round almond tart with jam inside ($4). I was surprised how crunchy it was, almost like a sugar cookie. It's a little pricey but I understand that there are layers and work involved. I came another day at 9:30am and got a cream tart and chocolate souffle for $6.25. the cream tart has a very crunchy pastry. It is sweet and flaky like greek desserts. the souffle was a disappointment. it was extremely sweet! Felt like I was eating a soft sugar ball and I just couldn't finish it. Each bite has an extra burst of sugar and it was too much of a sugar hit. The texture is creamy, soft, and way sweeter than timbits for sure. I noticed that all their pastries are very crunchy, giving me the impression that they use a lot of white sugar, and I don't even know if they use real butter. This place is only good for when you need a sugar fix. read more

Probably the best cookie Ive ever had. These cookies are thick and have a crispy exterior and warm and soft interior. Every time I walk by the storefront in Spadina, I cant help my self and I order one of these cookies. Pairs well with an americano read more

This place really do have fantastic cookies! My chocolate chip cookie was devoured in seconds! I'm so glad I picked it up when paying for the Bombay Mac & Cheese, which was not impressive. It was the special of the day, but the dish was lukewarm and lacked flavor. It tasted more like watered down curry pasta rather than Mac and cheese. Service was A-Ok. Cashier was brisk as would any other takeout place. There are a couple of tables for dining in but most customers were getting take out. Though the cooked food isn't too great, I will certainly be back to have more of those amazing cookies! read more

Le Gourmand - Bombay Mac and cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I work by Le Gourmand and they've ordered trays of their baked goods/pastries and coffee multiple times and everything is so delicious. I've tried pretty much anything I can get my hands on and it's all been good. Even the desserts that don't look like much, and looked really simple are very good. The coffee has been great too! I would totally recommend them for both I should try lunch there one day... read more

"La Gourmand had a bit of a communal feel to it with its main traffic area covered in tiles and warm coloured wood in the middle of the large hall." "This time we got their Almond Financier and a much praised Chocolate Chunk Cookie. The almond treat was like a baked vanilla custard with a delightful chewy crust. Not too sweat, slightly grainy and very pleasant to palate. As far as the cookie went, it did feel home made - bready, uniquely shaped with a hint of burnt grease." Just a few bites of our full review. read more

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I'm only rating the cookies because to be quite frank, that's enough reason to come here. I chanced upon these cookies a few years back and I was delivered. First of all, chocolate chip cookies are classic but BIH the addition of walnuts!?! I wasn't ready. It's like when Beyoncè dropped her self-titled out of no where. Left all of our edges scattered to the winds. But seriously, these cookies are the real deal. They are more expensive than the average(worth it) at around $4.00 ish a piece. I've also had the coffee here and it's good enough, can't say it really stood out. The back wall is also lined with pantry type food, Italian style(lots of olives,oils, etc) The ambiance is quite nice with the high ceiling and exposed pipes. Standard jazzy-esque music plays in the background with classic art work strewn about. read more

Excellent cafe. The coffee is great, but it's the bakery and restaurant that make this place so special. Coffee (5/5)- fantastic espresso! I've tried the latte and cortado, both excellent. Bakery (5/5)- exceptional! I get something different every time I come and it's always great. The cookies are amazing, but recently I've been having their chocolate souffle and its delectable, especially with a latte on the side! Food (5/5)- the bagels and sandwiches are amazing, and their quiches are great too. Service (5/5)- Always very friendly, and for a place that's so busy, it's usually very quick and easy to find a seat (for up to 2 people, more than that and it gets tricky). Overall- A must try cafe! read more

The rating is solely for their chocolate chip cookies. I have only tried two things from their menu: the chocolate chip cookies and chocolate chip walnut cookies. They are the best cookies of their kind that I have ever had. They put huge chunks of chocolate into their soft, chewy batter. Le gourmand certainly doesn't skimp on the walnuts either. Simply delicious. Tip: come early for the cookies as they run out often and you'll have to wait a good 25min for the next batch. read more

Le Gourmand - Chocolate chip walnut cookie. $2.90 total. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Best cookies I've ever had! All the flavours were phenomenal, and I'm not even a cookie person!

These cookies did not disappoint! My boyfriend and I visited Le Gourmand Tuesday afternoon. The service was quick but then again we only ordered two cookies and the nutella hot chocolate. At $4.75, the small nutella hot chocolate (with no whipped cream!) wasn't worth it. It was far too small for that price. Taste wise, it was sort of mediocre. Nothing special about it. However, the cookies made up for the subpar hot chocolate! We ordered the chocolate chip and chocolate walnut cookies. It was delicious. The middle was soft and the chocolate was melty! The outer edge was crunchy. Best of both words and again, very delicious. They were big (in terms of diameter) and really thick (maybe 1"). The only downside is that they're probably upwards of 400 calories and they disappeared so quickly! I would give my visit 4.5 stars. The missing 0.5 star is because the hot chocolate was small for the price and rather subpar taste-wise. read more

Le Gourmand - Nutella hot chocolate was subpar but cookies were very delicious - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Best place for warm walnut chocolate chip cookies. Also their lattes are delicious. All the their baked goods are good. Their sandwiches are also good. read more

Le Gourmand - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I went in for a tea and a chocolatine which wasn't buttery flaky, rather it was really soft like fresh bread. I liked it. They also had a specialty tea similar to Orange Pekoe. That cost me about $5. My friends were complaining that the sandwiches and wraps were overpriced for their portions. read more

Nice cafe to hang out in but extremely over priced. Staff is always friendly as well. Spent $6 on a small white hot chocolate which was extremely overpriced for the average taste. They also won best chocolate chip cookie of 2017 and these now sell out quickly - surprisingly quite good and not overpriced (maybe $2ish). Highly recommended if you are to order one item from there as it was soft and chewy. read more

Le Gourmand - White hot chocolate and croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This is the best chocolate chip cookie I HAVE EVER TRIED. I have not tried anything else from here so I can't speak to that. But the cookie is a magical mix of soft and crispy and it is HUGE. read more

Le Gourmand - Chocolate chip cookie 10/10 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

If you like lemon desserts, you must try the Lemon Bichon at Le Gourmand! Perfectly balanced between tart and sweet, the filling is lemon deliciousness and the outer crust is flaky with a crunchy caramelized exterior. My favourite! However, if lemon is not your thing, there are so many other treat options it makes it hard to decide. From fresh baked gooey chocolate chip cookies, to the hilariously named "nookie cookie" (another chocolate lovers dream) and danishes and other goodies, all high quality and worth the price and extra time at the gym! They also serve breakfast, lunch and brunch on weekends. read more

I went to Le Gourmand after hearing them win a large cookie competition. So my expectations were high going in, and man, I was not disappointed. I tasted 5 of their cookies, and 1 of their souffles (not at 1 time haha - my stomach would explode). Every bit of anything they make is like a taste of heaven. You forget everything in the world - that's how good everything tastes. Even though it's their chocolate chip cookie that won the award, and made them famous, everything I tried was incredible. The only place where they lost a point is on washroom cleanliness. I've only been to their washroom once, so maybe it's not a reflection of how it usually is, but that one time I went, it wasn't very clean (it wasn't horrible, either). But if you're just getting your cookie to go, that's not really a factor. read more

amazing coffee/bakery shop! on the weekend, i like to go here for brunch and get their french toast which is to die for! my go tos for this place is an almond croissant with spiced chai latte. their croissants are small but big in flavours. and i normally don't drink chai latte but their twist (spiced) is so hard to resist! i would prefer this place over what a bagel which is a few steps down the street because of the free wifi and it's not as crowded read more

Le Gourmand - almond croissant with spiced chai latte (medium) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

We had breakfast here. Nice French style interior but very hot on a summers day so we sat outside. Great place for people watching. Good location if in China Town. Service was slow. I had to remind them about two items we ordered and also they forgot one thing altogether. The food was tasty. The cookie was lovely but I don't really get the hype. read more

As far as cookies go, this place takes the cake. Tried three: peanut butter, white chocolate macadamia, chocolate chip almond. It came to almost $19...which gave me pause because it's just four cookies. But everyone I shared them with immediately said these were the best cookies they'd ever eaten, so I guess they were worth it. They're soft, chunky, even days later if you wrap them up. I can imagine they'd be even better fresh out the oven or warmed up. read more

We went here on a recommendation. The cappuccino was excellent. A croissant sandwich and an avocado and cheese sandwich were also crispy and tasty. Don't forget the chocolate soufflé for dessert. Even if it is breakfast. read more

I went in today to pick up their famous chocolate chip cookie, as I hadn't had one in a while but had been craving one. Sadly, they were out, so I got an oatmeal raisin cookie instead. I can't say it was the same quality as their chocolate chip cookie. It was over baked and had a bit of a burnt taste to it. It wasn't worth the money. I think what bothered me more was the cold customer service from one of the ladies behind the counter. Something as simple as a hello back, instead of a cold stare waiting for my order, would have had me leave feeling more positively about my experience. It didn't exactly make me feel welcome as a customer or want to go back any time soon. Small things make a huge difference when it comes to the customer experience. I won't give up on Le Gourmand because their chocolate chip cookie is bomb, but today's experience was a little disappointing. read more

Omg! Best chocolate chip cookie, next to my wife's! Room temperature and the chips are still soft! It's gooey and delicious! More than 6 and you pay no tax. Buy 100! You'll want them. read more

Best cookie in the city!! Made the trip here from king and bay during a lunch break. Got the chocolate walnut cookie. Was very well worth the trip to try this amazing masterpiece. Will definitely go back to try their other cookies and food. read more

Le Gourmand - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I have worked in the area for years and tried a number of lunch items. Everything always tastes very homemade and high quality! Soups are always delicious - Carrot ginger is a favourite, and they always come with a piece of bread for dipping. Cobb salad is excellent, they are pre prepared but come with a creamy and tangy blue cheese dressing on the side. Quiche with greens - my favourite lunch which I get fairly often from Le Gourmand. They always have 2 or 3 types (ham and cheddar, goat cheese and roasted veg, smoked salmon and dill are all common options). With greens it comes to 6.99 which is well worth it, the pastry is flaky and buttery and the portion size is very fair. They also always have hot lunch specials (lasagna, curries, meatloaf etc.) and a range of sandwiches that can be put in a panini press. Finally you can't go without grabbing a cookie, particularly the chocolate chip w/walnut are the best cookies in the city without a doubt. I think they're around $2ea but I would pay 3 no problem. They are crispy outside and gooey inside just like you would attempt to make at home but fail! Give it a go if you're in the area, they also have a nice little patio area on Spadina. read more

I get angry because whenever I come here there are NO DAMN COOKIES! Every single flippin time and the ONE time I do get a cookie, it's overcooked and slightly burnt. All I hear are praises for this place about their delicious cookies and I feel jipped. Although I've always lost the cookie battle with Le Gourmand, I do love their sandwiches and quiche. The sandwiches are made on lovely crisp baguettes and with the freshest ingredients. The quiche is light, fluffy but flavorful. There isn't much service here as you walk up to the counter, order, and seat yourself but the staff is friendly and are happy to heat your sandwich or grab you a fresh baguette. Overall, this is a great place for lunch or maybe even breakfast. The prices aren't as high as I expected for their delicious sandwiches as I had expected and definitely worth the price considering they are made with good quality ingredients. They also have ground coffee and cocoa mix for sale. read more