The cafe here is beautiful. It feels like I've boarded a train when I'm inside the cafe. The customer service here is impeccable. The staff are very friendly and attentive. They also seem very knowledgeable about their coffee and teas. We ordered a drip coffee and a matcha latte. They were both fantastic! The matcha latte was not bitter at all. The coffee was bold and full of flavour. The food here just needs a little work. We ordered the waffle sandwich and the top waffle was so delicious, but the bottoms waffle was saugy. The chicken was nothing special. I think it needs a little more sauce. The second item we ordered was a smoked salmon sandwich with cream cheese. It was also just okay. It needed more salmon or cream cheese. There was just too much bread. I would definitely come back for the coffee, but the food needs a little extra something. We also ordered the bruschetta that day and they did not have it, which was unfortunate. Their menu is quite small. read more

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I heard that there was a new coffee shop on Highway 7 and was a little curious and so I dropped by to check it out. I was intrigued by their rose latte ($5.50) and decided to give it a go. The beans are sourced from Hatch, a specialty coffee roaster based in Markham and I was told that I had a choice of two beans (nutty or fruity) for the rose latte. I went with the barista's recommended nutty version. The froth and the creaminess of the milk was perfect but I found the coffee flavour itself to be quite mild and I didn't get any hint of the rose flavour at all which was quite disappointing as there is a dollar premium for the rose vs their regular latte. The atmosphere here is quiet and the girls who work behind the counter are really nice. It would be a great place to catch up with a friend but wouldn't be my first choice if I was craving a premium latte. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Located in the hibiki plaza - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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This place has little parking, but there is also street parking nearby their store. I came here specifically to try their waffle club sandwich(platform). The sandwich itself was pretty good. Portions were big. I noticed they don't have their home fries anymore, and now offer potato curls instead. Pretty disappointed about that since I was looking forward to the home fries. You have a choice of either potato curls or salad. I don't know what "potato curls" are, so I expected they would be curly fries. But instead, it was extremely thin cut potato. Thinner than a chip. All crunch, no potato. Hopefully they will either bring back home fries or improve their potato curls. But besides the potato situation, they are still fairly new and I enjoyed the food and atmosphere. The staff were super sweet and attentive. So i'd definitely still come back, but maybe a while later. read more

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The Platform Waffle Club Sandwich was served with a choice of herbed home fries or house salad; I chose the herbed home fries. The Platform Waffle Club Sandwich was made with homemade crispy waffles as buns, and marinated chicken, house sauce, lettuce, tomato, guacamole, and pickles. The Breakfast Nachos was a large portion and also so pretty. (The lighting in this cafe for photos is perfect!) It had two sunny-side eggs on top of layers of tortilla chips, ham, home fries, tomato, avocado, caramelized onions, black beans, and a creamy cheese sauce. I liked how the tortilla chips were crispy and went well with the creamy cheese sauce. It was very filling and despite sharing it, we had enough for leftovers to bring home. The "Kyoto Love" (White Chocolate Matcha Latte) was really good! It was a gorgeous cup of latte and so smooth and rich of foamy matcha and milk. The La Palmas drip coffee was of Huila Colombia origin and had hints of fuji apple, green grapes, and brown sugar. I really liked the soft brioche bread. The salted butter went so well with it! read more

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Another great place for brunch and coffee. Their waffles sandwiches are delish. I like how the herb waffle is super light and you don't feel heavy after eating it. The matcha latte is also good. It's not too sweet which is what I love. The people here are super nice too! A must try if you're in the area. read more

My review for this place is overdue so here it goes. I love this little brunch spot in Markham. It is clean and bright with a welcoming, minimalistic decor. The menu is a bit limited at the moment but I was still able to find something that I like to eat. I ordered the Sunrise waffle club sandwich which came with sunny side up eggs, bacon, saute onions, spinach and mozzarella with potato curls on the side. Perfectly done eggs with runny yolks and fluffy waffle texture. All the toppings complement well together on the waffles even without any sauce or syrup. I enjoyed their potato curls as I tried their spicy flavour which reminded me very much of the Calbee potato chips. I also ordered the rose latte and it did not disappoint. Although I could only taste a very subtle floral flavour but the latte itself was well balanced and came with a lovely latte art. The service was excellent. The owner was friendly, attentive and accommodating. The only drawback that I could think of is the lack of space for larger groups and the seatings there were also a bit tight. However, I'll come back again to try other menu items. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Sunrise club sandwich waffles with rose latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Very nice tea and coffee shop in Markham near Unionville. Bright modern airy feel perfect for breakfast. We had the sunrise waffle sandwich, Matcha Latte, and Japanese pour over coffee. There are choices for coffee beans. Waffle was amazing herb flavored and just the right crisp. The sandwich had a great combination of bacon, razored sweet onion compote and lettuce. The real star was my Matcha latte. Rich in flavor and super green in color. Perfect ratio of matcha and milk. Excellent temperature. Got my sweetener on the side. Lovely presentation. Overall relaxing atmosphere for a quick bite and amazing tea and coffee selection. read more

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Food - 3.5 Drinks - 4 (no alcohol) Staff - 3.5 Service - 1 Décor - 3.5 Atmosphere - 3.5 Cleanliness - 4.5 Portion - 3.5 Price-Point - 4 Must-Tries: - Matcha Latte (creamy goodness that is not too bitter and not too sweet) - Waffle Club sandwiches (menu says it takes 10 mins) - Sunrise with potato curls seasoned either herbed or spicy (waffle was nice and fresh) Pass-On: - Cortado (not the worst, but definitely have had better most other places) Perks: - latte art - fresh ingredients - soft poached eggs cooked perfectly - bell to get staff's attention for tables in the back Downer: - long wait for food & drinks (drinks came after we got our food that takes 10 mins to make.. you do the math) - limited parking - limited big tables for group larger than 2 - no website - tiny cutlery, too small for adult hands ig: @platform.espresso read more

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I really like the decor of this cafe. It's very warm and nice relaxing atmosphere. I've ordered a jasmine tea, loose leaf. It was nice. There is a railway theme to the cafe. The owner is very knowledgeable in coffee. Service was very good and attentive. My hubby ordered a flat white, beautiful design and he enjoyed it. We will come back again. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Found this cafe on Yelp and also heard from a friend about this cafe, so came here for a visit. I ordered a passion fruit latte and a nachos for breakfast. Passion Fruit Latte (score 4/5) It came shortly after I have placed my order. Awesome service. The milk art on the latte is pretty simple, not bad at all, just that I expect they can draw something more extraordinary since this is a cafe. The taste is good. I can taste the passion fruit in the latte. Nachos (score 4/5) It's layers of nachos with chunks of hams, tomatoes, avocados, with diced onion, fries, black beans, two sunny side eggs and melted cheese on top of the nachos. It does look like a mountain of nachos as it came. The cheese is slightly flavoured and gives a slightly spicy flavour, which brightens up the whole dish. It also warms up the whole dish since almost all ingredients are cold or in room temperature. So the cheese is like the soul of this dish. The only negative comment that I will make is the cheese is only on the top layer. After I have finished eating the top layer, I was left with a pile of dry nachos chips. Banana Bread (score:4/5) When I am almost done with my nachos breakfast, the waitress brought a small plate of banana bread with slices of strawberries and a blackberry. It is a complimentary dessert from the house. The sweet completes my whole set of breakfast. My brunch meal is now complete. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

This is my favorite new place in Markham. Absolutely in love with the train-theme décor and custom-made mugs. It's a small space so I'd recommend groups of less than 4 (1-2 is best). The owner is very nice and friendly. For coffee, I tried the cappuccino & cortado, both of which are good. Choice of nutty or fruity bean. I couldn't really taste the rose in the rose latte. I should try the regular brew but can't resist the pretty latte art! For brunch, I had the Sunrise Waffle - fried egg (kind of rubbery), bacon, caramelized mushroom & onion, mixed greens, with side of herb or spicy potato curls or salad. The addition of rosemary & thyme in the fluffy waffle is really delicious. I asked for some syrup on the side 'cause the dish can be a bit dry. The fries are oily but very crunchy - like hickory sticks. Overall it was good but I felt that it was served cold. Love how they deviated from the usual home fries & specialize in a primarily waffle-based menu. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - French toast bites ig @foodiejenn - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Very cute espresso bar! The inside is clean, aesthetically pleasing, nice and peaceful especially for those who like to study at cafes. The service is very friendly and made for a pleasant visit. Food-wise, I'd have to say I wasn't particularly blown away. Their sunrise waffle sandwich, served with a side of salad, was pretty good but nowhere near the best I've had--it was also quite pricey ($16). Their espresso was much better. Overall, a decent place for brunch with friends, though you could probably find a place that serves food that is just as good, and at a cheaper price point. read more

Tried both their platform and sunrise waffle club sandwiches, personally preferred the former one, but both sandwiches have a well balanced flavor. Their coffee is the highlight of the whole meal, great selection that can fit many. Always nice to see the owners are passionate about what they're doing. read more

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I was a bit hesitant at first to come here for lunch because it is an espresso bar so I wasn't expecting the food to be that great, but they totally surprised me! I would give the overall food and drinks 4 stars, the extra star is for their amazing service. In fact, I went back a second time two days later. They walked me through their menu and provided recommendations. I ordered the rose latte, which has a subtle hint of rose but not overpowering like I was eating/ drinking the flower (I have had some bad experience with rose flavoured foods) - would order again. The waffle sandwiches were really delicious! The waffles were made with herb embedded inside, which really enhanced the flavour of the whole sandwich. It comes with salad or potato curls on the side. I picked the potato curls and they were great - tried both herb and spicy flavour - the spicy one is more flavourful if you like stronger/ saltier taste. The mushroom salad was okay. On my second visit, I tried the passion fruit latte...it was an interesting combination, but I probably wouldn't order it again. Overall, I am glad that I have a new go to for brunch in Markham! I will definitely come back again. read more

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I love this new coffee spot in Markham! Came here a few times already and everytime my guests were super happy with their coffee and food. I love the decor here, the blue wall and wooden tables really make this place feel cozy. In additional, the cups they use for their coffee is so cute!! I really wish I can buy one off them because I desperately need one for my new coffee machine. For drinks, I had their Kyoto Love (Matcha Latte with white chocolate), Flat White and Latte and all three tasted delicious with beautiful latte art. The Kyoto Love is an interesting take on a Matcha Latte and I really did enjoy the sweetness of it, not too overdone at all but you can always ask for less sweet. For brunch items, I tried both of their waffles sandwich, the Sunshine and Platform. Both were delicious, so it really depends if I want a healthy option or not. Healthier option go with the Platform Sandwich, the grilled chicken with guacamole are such a tasty combination. But if you are feel like going on a cheat day, go with their Sunshine Sandwich, that bacon topped with a sunny side up egg is truly amazing. I heard they got new items on their brunch menu now! Which means I will be visiting again soon! read more

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this place is pretty small and tucked in at the side beside hibiki. great place for breakfast and lunch with a beautiful interior design. looks like a cute cafe that you would see in the movies. we were quickly seated at the booth and given one menu for food and one for drinks. the menu is limited but there is a good assortment. my favourite is the avocado toast ($7) I have gotten it multiple times and sometimes I add a sunny side egg for $1. it is so amazing what makes it stand out is the thick bread. I don't know what bread they use but it is so crispy chewy and has it's own buttery taste. I recommend this to everyone it's SO GOOD. the avocado is sliced beautifully and is so creamy. with the egg on top it's perfect. the salad that comes with it is also sweet and pretty basic. 5/5 the food quickly arrived and were all presented beautifully. the western sandwich had an aromatic taste with a blend of egg and fresh vegetables. the bread was crunchy and complimented it perfectly. one of the best western sandwiches I've had and it is a pretty good portion too ! 4/5 the platform is their signature dish and it was plated in a beautiful way. the waffles with the chicken avacado were a perfect blend. the chicken was seasoned well and there is a lot of flavour to it. the curly potato's remind me of shredded potato chips. there is a choice between spicy and herb and I chose spicy. there was a big amount and couldn't finish it 4.5/5 don't forget dessert! I got the waffle with warm apples and vanilla ice cream. the waffle was the perfect texture of chewy and soft and the apples were sweet cinammony and warm. the ice-cream for some reason I felt was extra cold but it was so good and everything paired well together. I would try the matcha one next time or get just the Belgian waffle for $3 the drinks are all so beautiful but I would have to say comparing the drinks and food, the drinks come short and aren't too spectacular, and are also quiet expensive almost as much as the food ! . the matcha latte was a little too bitter for my own taste and I added a lot of sugar to it. it did have a very strong matcha taste of that what you are looking for but I wouldn't get it again. hojicha latte was pretty similar with a bitter taste. 3/5 the cappuccino has two different roast of coffee being medium and light which I thought was pretty unique. got the medium and the coffee taste was very strong and better than average but also does have a higher price so not sure i would get it again 3.5/5 my favourite drink is the mango passion fruit cold juice. it's tangy and sweet and refreshing. it also has a strong fruity flavour. pretty good if you don't like coffee like m overall the service is good and the food I thought was unique and tasty! the drinks are not a must have especially with its high price but they do look really nice for photos ! great small cafe and I would recommend you to go :) read more

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Nice menu spread, lovely staff and good background music housed in a bright, clean and charming little coffee house on Hwy 7 (near Main St. Unionville). Upon first look at the coffee options, you can tell they take their coffee and tea seriously. There's also quite a few food options for brunch or dessert, perfect for a date or catchup with friends. I ordered the matcha latte. Strong wholesome flavor with beautiful latte art. Just the right amount of foam. What I appreciated is the careful attention to detail in everything: the service, decor and quality of item. So happy I've found a new uptown spot to do some quiet solo work or meet up with friends. Definitely coming back to try the dark chocolate latte, earl grey cream and affogato (with homemade ice cream!). To management, keep up the high level of quality and service! Note: May be difficult to get a parking spot in the plaza during weekends. Come early to avoid crowds. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Amazing + Great little cafe shop. I came here on a Tuesday brunch date with one of my closest friend and this place is definitely a hidden gem. After all, we did find this place on yelp ;) When heading into the cafe shop everything was so clean and it reminded me of the coffee shops back in Asia, which means - clean, simple, and cute! When I was talking to one of the employees there, she told me that this store has been opened for almost 2 year! Food: Lots of choices! I got the avocado toast and the matcha latte which equaled out to be around $17 for the whole meal. What I love best about the Matcha Latte is that it was not too sweet unlike how some other places make it. They do not add to much sugar yet it's still so good! For the Avocado toast it was the perfect portion to keep myself full for the rest of the morning. Over all I think this is the perfect getaway to a nice brunch date or somewhere peaceful to study. Definitely recommend this cafe shop! read more

Wow! I can't believe this cute coffee shop has been open for half a year now, but I never noticed it despite always driving along Highway 7. I actually just found this place on Yelp when I was searching a nearby "Coffee & Tea" spot. We came on a weekday afternoon, the barista greeted us right away upon entering. She was super friendly! She asked if we wanted a lot private spot (near the back) but we preferred a more spacious area since we had our laptops with us and were planning to chill for a while. We sat near the front. I was so hungry. My friend and I each ordered a food item + a drink (I mean I ordered 2 food items - not really shown well in the attached pics, but I saw their homemade cream of mushroom and ordered that along with my waffles) :P What we ordered altogether: - Cream of Mushroom: there were so many real mushrooms chopped within! I loved it - Sunrise: super filling breakfast item. The yolk was spilling so nicely when I cut it open. My favourite part of this dish would be their potato curls (tasted kinda like Hickory Sticks except a bit thinner and I got them in SPICY so even better!!). The only thing was just that they were a bit difficult to eat with a fork and a bit more oily than Hickory Sticks. - Western Sandwich: I didn't try this myself, but my friend liked it. The melted cheese looked so delicious when it came over. - Matcha Latte - Espresso TIP: We talked with the barista and she mentioned that sometimes people find it difficult to find a parking spot in the plaza, which is true since Hibikki is right next door, and parking spots are limited. However, she told me that we can actually park on the small street beside the plaza (if you don't mind parallel parking on the streets) read more

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It's a 3.5 for me, but I definitely see a PLATFORM for bigger and better things! (namely if you are looking for a cozy and relaxing spot to enjoy your coffee/catch up) Came across this small cafe searching the "Hot and New" spots in the area - and wanted to try their drinks. Like others have said, parking is somewhat limited although I didn't have a problem when coming in around 12:45 pm. Definitely a good idea to come in small groups (4 or less) as I only saw one larger table throughout. Waited around 5 mins to be seated. Ordered the Platform waffle sandwich (w potato curls) with a Passionfruit latte ($5.50), while my friend got the Sunrise waffle sandwich (potato curls) with an espresso cola ($6.25). Portions were both good, out of the two, I would say I preferred the sunrise, with the egg, bacon and mushrooms mixing well with the waffle. The Platform was a more "traditional" sandwich with lettuce and tomato, though the guac was a nice touch. Thought the chicken could use some sauce as it was a bit dry. As for the potato curls, I would have preferred a fries option because they were crispy but quite thin. I thought the drinks were well done - you could definitely taste the passionfruit and the art was definitely photo worthy. The espresso coke was much stronger in caffeine and had a good mix with the soft drink. My friend was only the second person to order the espresso coke so hopefully it sticks around! Other notes: Service is very nice and friendly! The owner checked up on us to make sure to clarify any questions we had. They've got plugs at each table - was especially clutch during this visit (and wifi as well) Found the prices reasonable for both the food ($14 for the sandwiches) and drinks (more random note:) Thought the cutlery was relatively small - eating the waffle sandwiches were a minor mission Interested in seeing if the food selection expands after the "Winter" period because I definitely am a fan of the drinks here. Come here if you want some nice brunch/coffee pics! read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Sunrise (top) & Platform (bottom) waffle sandwiches with Passionfruit latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Nice cozy cafe and great choice of coffee Great train inspired decor and friendly staff! read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

I only had their tea, so I can't say much about the food, but I can say that there is excellent service here! Staff are always present and informs you on the menu if you are not familiar with their items. It's a very clean and modern space, though their booths are really tiny (and this is coming for a petite girl!) read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Ahmad brand peach and passionfruit tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

The first impression of this place is nice and clean. Simple decor (train wall paper with an actual train art at the front), warm welcoming and soft music set up. Their platform sandwich has a great balance and I like their home made fries. We also ordered the piggy, I like the bread they used. Coffee is their forte. The owner has chosen quite a few coffee bean options for pour-over which I should say is not common in the Markham area. The green tea latte is flavourful. Unlike many other cafes, this matcha is not bitter and has very nice taste. You can tell this is a cafe owner has a passion for this business. For sure will come back again. read more

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Such a gorgeous place so uniquely designed. The mushroom soup is incredible! The teas are heavenly. They even have oat milk to offer one for their tea/coffee cravings! As well, their mini bites French toast is so sinfully delicious. Their food is always amazing. I once got their torched salmon on bread and it was amazing! Super friendly and professional service. My go to spot now for friends meet up or laptop work. read more

Very comfortable atmosphere for brunch. Bright lighting and cozy decor makes the meal very enjoyable. Came with a group of 6 adults and 3 babies. The seats are a bit crammed but the service was excellent. Ordered some brunch items from their soft opening menu. Most of their sandwiches is served with a savoury waffle flavoured with fresh rosemary and sunny side up eggs. The items were fresh and not greasy, goes well with the drinks. You can call ahead to reserve seats as there is lineup on saturday afternoons. New menu since April 2018, see pics below read more

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Came across this coffee shop when heading to dinner at Hibiki and decided to check it out. They have great drinks (ordered the matcha latte; great matcha flavour and not overly sweet with super cute latte art), delicious food (got the sunrise waffle sandwich, perfect amount to fill you up), and even better service! The barista was incredibly attentive, gave me recommendations for taking photos in the store, and even let me try one of their sugar cookies. Definitely will return here and probably stick around for a study session as this place is super cozy. If you are having trouble parking, you can do street parking vs parking lot and it's within a 1 min walk. read more

This is a fairly new breakfast place in Markham. I wanted to try their Passionfruit latte because it sounded pretty unique. I got their flat white, passionfruit latte and sunrise breakfast. The sunrise breakfast is enough to share and I was excited to try the potatoes but they weren't amazing. The flat white and passionfruit latte was average. The interior of this place was really nice and neat and the service was really good. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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came here around 930 in the morning on a weekday - empty.. when i can truly enjoy my meal and the experience this place has to offer. ordered the sunrise with potato curls, seasoning on side with torched ube. i loved their waffles which they mix in rosemary and thyme, the flav is good that i was munching on the waffles alone (still good when its cold!) as for the latte.. the first sip was :s because i got a piece of ube roots lol at least i know they use real ube to handcraft the drink. the drink itself is very mild and unsweetened.. some might find it bland. this place is very cozy, relaxing.. id recommend platform if you are not in a rush and looking for a place to enjoy a cup of.. anything. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

There aren't a lot of brunch restaurants in Markham and given that Alchemy (across the street) is ALWAYS full, my party of 4 decided to try Platform. Not a large food menu but I was looking forward to a goooood cup of coffee! The restaurant is fairly small - as in, their booths that are supposed to fit 4 people, don't really fit 4 comfortably. It is tight.. and they had space to make them even just 3 inches wider. Their selection of coffee was great. Even drip coffee, you could choose. Overall, the food is good if you don't get bored of eating the same thing (eggs benedict on waffle). Great quiet place for coffee. read more

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It's a really cute and cozy little cafe, the guy at the bar is very nice, he works really hard non-stop. The drinks and food here are really good. read more

A friend of mine recommended me to pay a visit to this cafe. It's opened by a sister of friend. Stepped inside the cafe and felt welcome by the staff. This cafe is not very big but quite unique. Passionfruit Latte I can taste the passionfruit in the latte. Pretty good but the art of drawing milk on top of latte is a bit fuzzy. Matcha Latte It does have a rich flavour of matcha. The art of drawing milk on top of the latte is beautiful except I expect it hotter. Nachos It's my first time having NACHOS for breakfast. It comes with two sunny side eggs, chunks of avocados, hams, tomatoes , black beans, onions, and potato fries. There's cheese (I think spice is added to the cheese, it gives some spicy flavour) melted on top of the nachos like a sauce which turned the dish warm. I like the cheese flavour, just that there's not much in between the nachos once the top layer is done. It will be nice if the cheese covers all layers. Pretty interesting!! Complimentary Dessert: Banana Bread read more

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Atmosphere: This cafe is a very simple and beautiful place for picture taking. Minimal but pleasing. Service: Average, workers were very polite and nice. Drinks: I am not a coffee drinker so I wouldn't know but the latte designs were absolutely beautiful. I ordered the London fog and my friend ordered the winter rose. We didn't enjoy it as we don't usually drink lattes. But to describe the taste of the London fog, i enjoy drinking oolong tea but it didn't taste like it. It tasted more like grass. Since I didn't like it, I gave the drink to someone else who enjoys drinking oolong, and she says she likes it, it is very flavourful. *The winter rose definitely did not have a hint of lychee flavour at all when I tasted it. Overall I would for sure come back to give the food and snacks a try. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

This is the cutest and coziest cafe in Markham! It's a great place to bring friends or any "more than just friends" kind of friend ;) I guarantee your date will be impressed! The food and drinks here are consistently high-quality and you can tell that they know a lot about coffee. I have enjoyed everything I've had here so far, my favorite has been the hot cappuccino ($3.95), the pacific salmon sandwich ($9) and the western sandwich ($7.50). The cappuccino has a delicious and artsy layer of foam at the top and the sandwiches come in decently large portions with fresh ingredients. The staff are super friendly and make great recommendations for drinks as well! Weekends are very busy, so if you can, come on a weekday to take in the more relaxed atmosphere with some good company. read more

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Platform has some of the best coffee in Markham, and the service is always great, we stop by there every time we drive by

The ambiance of this espresso bar is quite opposite to Alchemy Coffee just across the street- it is very brightly lit with light colours that feels very welcoming and wakes you up. Seating is limited but much more intimate in that it is all set up as booth seats. There isn't too much choice in terms of breakfast. They had the two waffle sandwich specials which we tried. The platform sandwich was essentially like a chicken club sandwich between waffles. Flavour wasn't bad. The sunrise sandwich had bacon, cheese, mushrooms, pickled onions and an egg. it is almost impossible to eat this as a sandwich without the toppings falling out from all sides. However the flavours worked suprisingly well together. The chai latte had a very nice ginger flavour and definitely warmed me up. I usually ask for my lattes less sweet- the barista said their formulation is already at less sweet and suggested I try it as is and it actually at the right level for me. Waiting for them to find the right leaves for a nice london fog! read more

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Service was 10/10. Food was great, portions were huge. Would definitely recommend! Order the potato crisps! read more

This new and quaint cafe opened in a small strip plaza on Highway 7 across the street from Alchemy. There were only a few patrons but the place only opened up a month ago. The space itself is pretty small and most tables only fit about 4 people. There was only one large table that could fit more than four so keep that in mind for large parties. The ladies there were very nice and informative. The owner herself came by and took time to get to know us which I really appreciate. She asked how we found out about this place, any questions about the menu, and her recommendations. I ordered the Pacific Sandwich which came in panini-style with cream cheese, arugula, and lox ($8). On the side, I ordered a hot passionfruit latte ($5.50). Every latte comes from two shots of espresso and whole milk. You can choose from two types of espresso, nutty or sweet. I also opted for skim milk instead. The passion fruit latte was very unique and I believe that it is worth paying for! I'll have to come back to try their rose latte. The bacon waffle sandwich looked really yummy - my friend enjoyed it! Will come back for some more! read more

Came for brunch with two girl friends after trying to get a seat at Alchemy across the street. The interior is quite spacious and very bright, perfect for catching up with friends. I got the waffle sandwich with spicy potato curls and the hot hojicha latte. The drink was really good, strong but not overpowering tea flavour and not too milky. The waffle sandwich was also delicious! The eggs were cooked perfectly and the sauce that came with it was sweet and savoury. Would definitely come back if I was in the area! read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

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Newly opened cafe in Markham. The winter brunch menu is delicious, but I wish the food was hotter when it arrived at our table. The salad and potato curls are both amazing choices for the sides, but personally I liked the potatoes more - they taste like super super thin chips. The drinks are good too. They also do latte art. Sometimes the picture turns it fuzzy though... and again, the drinks were not as hot as I had hoped when I drank it. read more

Platform Espresso Bar - Drip coffee / pour over coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Markham, Ontario

Visited this place and enjoyed both their food and drinks! The rose latte tasted really great and had a strong flavor. Overall serving sizes were pretty generous! We tried the sunrise waffle which was supposed to be one of the more popular dishes. This waffle was crispier and went well with the savory combo. For dessert, we got the Waffle Supreme with the matcha icecream and it had a really great matcha flavour. I prefer this waffle since it's softer and denser. read more

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