Delicious Chocolate Bomb. I am Swiss, I know my chocolate ;-) The coffee is good too. Definitely a place I would go back. read more

One of my favourite spots for brunch. I used to frequent this spot a lot (I lived in the building), and every visit reinforced my love for a well run kitchen. Eggs Benedict, sandwiches, pastries and coffee were always superb and never miss a beat. Sometimes the crowds in that area can be a bit much, but the crew behind the counter always delivered. If you're looking for a place to catch a quick bite or slow down with a coffee and people watch, this is a hip place to kick back. Great place to start your weekend activities in one of the trendiest neighbourhoods in the world (queen west). read more

True, I've never actually stepped foot in any of their locations BUT last week I was hand-delivered a handful of their nookie cookies and a chocolate chip cookie by my mans, so, that counts for something. A nookie cookie consists of a ball of warm, gooey fudge coated in icing sugar. This sugar coating hardens while baking and cracks open in your mouth to unleash a delectable sludge of warm chocolate. I wanted to bury my face in these cookies and weep for the joy they have brought into my life. The chocolate chip cookie was as wide as my face and two inches thick. Size matters. Semisweet chocolate matters. I feasted on that sucker for two days. I'm looking forward to making a trip in person to check out their soups but more importantly: mama needs more fudge. read more

It's a beautiful place to have cup of coffee and breakfast, and it always nice in the morning when they don't have too many customers. But the show begin when it starts to get busy;) most of time you have really beg for a knife or fork, because the stuff can not decide who will bring clean cutlery, and you feel like they do some handout for you. read more

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

Came here by accident. The chocolate lava cake was wonderful as well as the latte. However the latte art was very. XD I don't know how to describe, plz see my picture hahahahaha read more

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Stopped by here meaning to get a mocha but the hot chocolate menu captured me instead. I got the french caramel hot chocolate and it's so freaking good. It's not too sweet and they actually steam caramel chocolates into the milk, none of that powder/chocolate sauce nonsense. Only problem: I've gotten it twice so far and I think they over-steam the milk - probably because the chocolate has to fully melt, so watch out during your first sip! read more

We spent 1 night in Toronto. I will just say this... We arrived Sunday morning and went straight to Le Gourmand's and purchased 2 regular chocolate chip cookies, 2 CC cookies with walnuts, a brownie and a lemon pastry thing. 24 hrs later, Monday morning, we were back in Le Gourmands purchasing 4 more cookies before hitting the road for our trip back to MI. Hey... we were on vacation and had already ruined our diets... might as well go all the way! read more

I simply don't understand why Le Gourmand is as busy as it is. The food is pretty tasty, but they often run out of certain items and the service is awful. It's so chaotic trying to get food or a coffee, no matter what time of day I go there. To boot, I've ordered a latte from here on three different occasions and they're always terrible. The foam is disappointing and they're incredibly acidic. To boot, the last time I ordered a latte here THREE people who ordered AFTER me got served their espresso-based beverages first (cappuccino, americano, machiato) . I HATE when that happens. I've finally decided to stop ordering coffee here and stop going for lunch here. It's always a frustrating and disappointing experience. read more

Le Gourmand seems to be very well-known for their seriously gigantic cookies. My first bakery love is croissants, but I'm always unfortunately tempted by cookies as well. When I came in, I saw a handful of people sitting around with their laptops so when I ordered my cookie, I asked about if they had wi-fi. The guy behind the counter says "Yah we do, sort of. Well...Starbucks is right beside us so we can use their wi-fi through the wall!" Awesome, thanks, I'll use it! Sitting area is pretty comfy and laid-back. They sell what seems to be imported European goods so it was interesting to just browse through their shop. So I got their chocolate chip cookie, which is about the size of my palm and pretty thick. First couple nibbles were really good, I like the crispy parts along the outside so I eat all of that first. Then I start nibbling into the cookie and after a while, I'm getting kind of sick of it. There's nothing really wrong with it, but there is A LOT of chocolate chips (I know I know it's a chocolate chip cookie) but the batter inside still has that uncooked cookie dough mushy texture. It's O.K. but I guess it's not what I like my cookies to be like. read more

Sunday morning and I was a woman on a mission! Had time to kill before brunch and I was determined to have one of the infamous chocolate chip cookies at Le Gourmand. After a few visits with no luck I figured Sunday morning 10:30 am was prime time to hit the jackpot! Gold! Cooookies! The sweet aroma of chocolate- my day was made! Service: the wait was long, very long! Seemed to be more bodies wandering aimlessly rather than helping kill the line that kept growing as the minutes ticked away. Cookies: I saw a whole tray of cookies cooling probably never make it to the display case. Finally got around to being served, let's just say I grabbed more than I'd like to admit- umm to share of course and the lady behind me cleared the rest of them out. Sold out in minutes. They do bake throughout the day but don't last- hope that you have luck on your side when you go. This is everything a cookie should be- warm, crispy edges, moist, chewy, gooey, chocolatey, buttery without being greasy and the home baked goodness you wish you could whip up but have yet to turn on a oven. Lets talk about size- the bigger the better! Ideally a cookie this size should be shared but you just can't stop eating it. My journey continues as I pack on the pounds... read more

Can only speak for the cookies but the chocolate chip cookies here are the best I've EVER HAD!! I think they got an award for it too in 2017. Crispy on the outside and oh sooooo gooey inside. My only regret is only getting 1. I also had the oatmeal raisin one and it was also good, but I definitely recommend the chocolate chip one. You won't regret it!! read more

This place is elegantly decorated. I love how they incorporate food items in the decor and the chalk written menu. A nice place to grab a coffee with a friend for a heart to heart conversation. Any size of tea is the same price...fantastic! read more

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

This is quickly becoming my go-to-cookie-craving destination! I'm sure you've read most of the other reviews about how their chocolate chip cookies are like four cookies in one, delicious, divine, etc. I would add that their cookies are dangerously addictive. I mean can someone go there once a week, every week without health consequences?! You would think that their sub-par customer service would deter me, but that's not the case. I like my cookie even if it's delivered without a smile. Hell I'd like my cookie if it fell on the floor and was then delivered to me (well, in that case, I may ask for a replacement). Be sure to get there early in the afternoon to get your cookie because they do run out. Can't they save me one? I am probably one of their most loyal clients! read more

So... I don't know what they put in their Spiced Chai Latte (with almond milk-nom) but it is ADDICTIVE. I mean seriously addictive. Might be the best Chai Latte I've had outside of David's Tea. You should give it a try! read more

Casual cafe with soup and sandwiches, plus breakfast menu. I ordered chilli which was too spicy (wish they warned me about it), but the staff was nice enough to give me extra bread. Chai latte was as expected. Chocolate cookies were gooey and soft - lots of chocolates! Oatmeal raisin cookie was not so good. Chocolate souffle was very very sweet...with no other memory of it. I have a sugar overload...not a bad thing but not so good either. Oh, our table was unbalanced, which my child almost tipped over. Please check your furniture. read more

Amazing friendly service. The food was great. Got a Smokey turkey club, in which the bread was toasted to perfection. All the ingredients were fresh. They also make excellent coffee. Great place for breakfast read more

We bought their famous chocolate chip cookies. They were perfectly baked, soft, with a lovely molten chocolate center. Good price for their size! Will definitely be back... The donut was also delicious. read more

I have a love hate relationship with this place. I love their green bean, prosciutto and salmon salad and hate everything else. Everything. Well except the cute little cafe feel the place has. I work right around the corner from this place and have been in there countless times and two things remain the same everytime, the prices are too high for the quality of food and portion size they sell and the attitude that comes with ordering is so off putting I've stopped eating there altogether. I guess I'll have to learn to make my own salad. read more

I only order one item there. The croissant egg, cheese, and bacon breakfast sandwich grilled (for a bargain price of $4.75 before tax). Its the best breakfast sandwich i've ever had in my life. Not to sound like i'm exaggerating. I've been there 6 times in the past three months. I bought several daily deal groupon and even had two of these breakfast croissants in one sitting at the risk of sounding greedy and gluttoneous. I've had their prosciutto and brie/pesto. It was ok, but nothing spectacular like the sandwiches you can get at Pusateri's in Yorkville. I have also tried their carrot ginger soup which was pretty good. Their regular coffee is ok. If not for convenience i'd rather go to starbucks or second cup to be honest. The restaurant itself is a order, take a number/take a seat or take it to go type setting. The staff is polite and friendly but don't go out of their way to build any strong rapport with the customers. I can see why this place is a hit or miss. Their prices are premium and unless you are there for their specialties, you might feel disappointed. 7/25/2011 update...just tried the eggs benedict over the weekend. It was very tasty. I also discovered they have a great double medium Americano for $2.20. I also don't get the difference between their small and medium size cup. The small is super tiny (smaller than a short at Starbucks), and the medium is like a Venti. read more

Oh My God. The chocolate chip cookies at Le Gourmand are to die for. Don't order anything else (well, maybe some milk) cause these things are a meal in themselves. They are soft in the middle but crunchy on the outside and if you ever manage to get one straight out of the oven, it's like you've gone straight to heaven. The other food is also great. They have delicious quiches with TONS of ingredients; goat cheese, red peppers, onion, mushrooms, sundried tomatoes. With a side salad it's only about $8. Their sandwiches are also sooo yummy, but if you're in a hurry, don't get them grilled. The roast beef is amazing and the proscuitto and brie will clog your arteries but fill your mouth with tastiness. They also have some more hearty meals like meatloaf and potatoes and salad or mac and cheese. However, I would avoid the Mac and Cheese, because although it's good, it'll cost you and they don't give you very much. The establishment itself is very nice. High ceilings, lots of light and lots of seating. They also have frozen pastas and sauces for sale, as well as some random produce and some canned beans and olives. The prices are so-so but the food is delicious. And remember, don't leave without a chocolate chip cookie! read more

This is cookie heaven. Most notable is their giant chocolate chip cookies which are miraculously always fresh and still warm from the oven no matter what time of day you stop in. Also noteworthy is the "nookie cookie", smaller in size, this bite-sized chocolate cookie is covered in icing sugar and is probably what people have in mind when they say woman prefer chocolate to sex... oh, also they make good sandwiches, soups and salads. read more

Can I just say the chocolate bomb...looks the bomb! My diet will not permit it but I WANT it!! Absolutely delicious latte. The place has several tables. It is warm but I did not did the place overly welcoming. That said the beautiful smell if freshly brewed coffee that greats you upon opening the door was most inviting! Definitely somewhere I would go again. If my eyes did not deceive me they had gluten free treats! Great selection of snacks too. read more

It's always a happy day when I head over the Le Gourmand for my first cup of coffee. I can rarely pass up one of their killer croissants ala egg and cheese. Also, the lunch menu is a solid spread of all things delicious. I'm something of a sandwich snob. If I'm eating roast beef I want it to be succulent and almost melt in my mouth like premium beef sashimi. The salad selection is top notch - I love the beet salad. They also have daily specials that I imagine being crafted by a chubby cherub specializing in comfort food; meatloaf, baked macaroni and cheese, and selections of quiche. And of course, I have to mention the cookies. They are amazing - that's all you need to know. read more

I have worked in this neighbourhood for 5 years now and very early on, I had the pleasure of experiencing Le Gourmand. It actually surprises me that I haven't written a review yet! The decor reminds me of a French cafe. The menu is written on a chalk board, the tables are intimate (aka small) round wood tables and at the back of the restaurant is pantry where you can purchase goods such as olive oils, pasta and chocolate. The reason this review doesn't get more stars is because of their prices. I find them to be astronomical in comparison to what you get. Yesterday I got a large soup, (which isn't all that large) and paid close to $7.00 for it. The average meal is around $12. If you need an afternoon pick me up though I do suggest going and getting one of their massive cookies. I dare you to try and eat the whole thing. they are pretty big and pretty fantastic. That with a latte, it will fuel you to get thru the rest of the day. read more

Used to come to le gourmand a lot due to work is close by . What I like about this cafe is the variety and they cook everything all day long . So the popular items are super fresh . I had a fresh from oven cookies before and was in tears that I found the best chocolate chip you could think of . Deep toffee caramel flavor and gooey chocoLate chunk in the center . Loaded with chocolate pieces it's true indulgence. Their pastries are French flair very attractive to the eyes ,nicely layout on the wooden board . For the few pastries I have tried are not bad . The other pastry in the show case was brought some well known pastry shops . My favorite sandwiches are roasted vegetables and pancetta with arugula . It's panni style so it's crispy and the cheese melt with all the flavors come together. The worst I have tried so far is the vegetable quiche , looking very pretty . It's more like a Spanish omelette rather than quiche , the phyllo pastry definitely give it an interesting look in the edge but the whole thing is under seasoning and over cooked also you can't detect the goat cheese at all. Was disappointed . Thats why it's better to stick with what you like in the restaurant !!!!! read more

During afternoon slumps at the office, it would be closer for me to go to another cafe in the area but I walk the distance to come here. The pastries are wayyyyyyyyyy better than the other cafes in the area, they have better coffee and it's more reasonably priced. I have literally tried and liked every pastry they have. Only complaint is they don't have any scones. The lines go quick, there is a nice small area in the front to sit, and you can even get a sandwich there. Great little spot. read more

cookies and the coffee here are excellent. the cafe gets crowded around lunch time but there is a lot of seating. the staff can be pretty cold but the cookies make up for it. still would recommend though you're looking at $4 a cookie. read more

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I came here on a weekday afternoon for a casual business meeting. There was a wide variety of age groups there and people doing different things - other meetings, people studying, reading books, etc. I had a tea, which was less expensive than a typical Starbucks or Second Cup tea, but they didn't have a wide variety of tea choices. I didn't get anything to eat so I can't comment on the food, although I did notice a bunch of baked goods and some treats from the well-known bakery on Bayview, Rahier. They also carried a range of soups and sandwiches if you want to grab something for lunch. It has the air of trying to be a cafe in France, but it doesn't quite hit the mark. The bathrooms are a bit on the grungy side though (slightly more commiserate with what you might find in France!). I don't know if I would go out of my way to go back there, but it would be a welcome change from the typical big chain coffee shops if I was in the neighbourhood. read more

Not in particular order: Chocolate Walnut cookie, pear tart, brownie, pancake(brunch) and more

I've only ever had Americanos and cookies here. 5 stars. The cookies are incredible. Stick to the chocolate chunk or walnut chocolate chunk... you can't go wrong. Gooey and freshly baked... these are what cookies should be. I go out of my way to stop here any time I get a hankering for some cookie action and have never been disappointed. read more

Unbelievable cookies- we got the white chocolate macadamia and the chocolate chip- walnut. They're amazing!!

BEST COOKIES in the city!!! Saturday morning, I walked in for a nice sunny atmosphere to work in (they have large windows facing Spadina and free wi-fi). Grabbed a drip coffee and their famous chocolate walnut cookie... it did not last 5 minutes after the first bite. Perfectly baked and crispy on the outside, but extremely soft and chewy and heavenly on the inside. In my short time sitting here, I've already seen a handful of customers drop in and out for a cookie alone and I completely understand why! (PS. I have not tried their other desserts or savoury foods) read more

Great food, shitty service. Get takeout with an app and enjoy your stuff to go. Cookies are maybe best in the city. read more

Cookies at Lakeshore location do not compare to King St. Not as fresh, cold and harder. Very disappointed and confused. I'm crying and cuddling with my cat. read more

This is a great little cafe. I went there with a friend one morning and was pleasantly surprised by the amazing variety of pastries they offered. They also have ones if the best vanilla chai lattes I have ever had. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a light snack and some great coffee or chai lattes. I think the offer other light food as well such as sandwiches. They have a little patio out front that is nice in the summer. Prices are reasonable and the service has been excellent every time I've been there. read more

A fantastic place to have brunch, even if you have to hover by tables waiting for a seat! Also great for an espresso-based drink and an avocado & aged cheddar sandwich to go. While we've enjoyed many items on the menu, constant favourites are the nicoise salad, ricotta lemon pancakes and huge chocolate chip walnut cookie: each the best of their kind in the city! Laid out like a bistro with wooden tables and chairs, you order at the bar and wait for your food while soaking in the big space with huge ceilings. read more

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If you know how to use this place it's great. Don't come expecting a waited-on elaborate meal. This is a grab and go spot with some tables you can post up at. What to order 1. Chocolate chip cookies 2. Breakfast wrap 3. Panini 4. Specials read more

If you're looking for the BEST chocolate chip cookie in the city of Toronto, it's at Le Gourmand. Oh, and the service could be friendlier. I come back for the cookies and buy the coffee to pair with my cookie. It's really all about the cookie. read more

Terrific cookies, croissants, other pastries - and the standard French fare (quiche, etc.) is good. But the service is beyond horrible - they can barely bother to take your order (even early in the morning, when it is not crowded); during busy periods, they are slow and outright rude; it is VERY crowded, even with social distancing, and the lines often stretch out on to the street around lunchtime on weekends. I cannot attribute the terrible attitude to COVID-19 - they have always been supercilious and nasty! Perhaps they are trying to emulate the stereotypical Parisian waiter - :) - I have news for them, that stereotype disappeared some years ago. So, please, please - keep up the good work in the kitchen and re-train the staff in basic manners. read more

Huge fan of their COOKIES !! Hands down the best cookie in town. They taste better than it looks. Latte - 3.8 /5 read more