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I have no idea why all the sweet potato lattes I've had before were never caffeinated, they were always just milk. However this combo was perfect. I absolutely loved this drink and the sweetness level was perfect for me. The cafe is also very aesthetic. The only con is that there were a lot of flies inside the cafe and not a lot of seating.
A charming place, with an equally charming menu! This cafe is located in a basement area, with seating all around the sides surrounding a large centrepiece artwork (which I understand changes every so often). As soon as we entered, I was struck by the unique atmosphere - the decor is minimalistic and almost muted, dominated by white tables and walls, but at the same time gave off an intimate, harmonious feeling. The food items are all quite interesting, serving up a variety of fascinating drinks and desserts. I ordered the Bella Rosa, a beautiful blend of fragrant rose tea and lychee and lemon juice bringing sweet and sour notes - super refreshing and delicious! I would say that my friend's sweet potato latte unfortunately felt below par, as the sweet potato chunks were not mixed well with the espresso. Their specialty drinks are probably the way to go. An incredible spot to spend a lazy afternoon reading, working, or chatting with friends! I can't wait to see the next artwork they have in store.
A café, art gallery and clothing store all in one! NomNomNom is a stunning café situated off the corner of Parliament St. and Aberdeen Ave. At the center of the space, there is a dreamy installation of clouds. Creative quotes are scattered along the walls. (Bonus: it's dog-friendly! The owners have a pug that wanders around greeting guests) We ordered the Purple Kiss, Honeydew Matcha, and Cassava Custard. I thoroughly enjoyed the lychee flavours of the Purple Kiss, but it was a bit too sour at the bottom. The Honeydew Matcha was also a nice combination, but it had chunks of honeydew that didn't really fit through the straw, so a little hard to drink by the end. I don't think I'd ever tried a cassava dessert before but it was delicious. Great choice for a pastry. I believe the café opened just over a month ago, but throughout the hour we were there on a Sunday afternoon, business was very steady (seats were almost always full). As they have free wi-fi, I would definitely consider coming back if I want to get some work done in an aesthetic space.
I came here on a very hot summer weekday in Toronto. The cafe was fairly empty with a large art exhibit in the middle of it and seating around the perimeter. I thought the concept of the cafe was cool but not really my cup of tea. However, I thought the drinks and food were fantastic!!! My cousin and I ordered a mango croffle to share and the matcha taro latte and a strawberry espresso drink. Both drinks had what tasted like fresh, real fruit and vegetable puree. I was OBSESSED with the matcha taro latte. The croffle had real whipped cream (thank god no reddi whip), crushed graham crackers, and fresh chopped mango. It was buttery and delicious. I highly recommend Playground Cafe for their drinks and food (and tbh the prices were reasonable too!).
Absolutely LOVE the vibe and ambience of this coffee shop. It's sleek, chill, and very opening. i love the unique types of coffee they have like march strawberry lattes and strawberry espresso! [ and so much more ] If in Toronto, give this shop a try. The coffee won't disappoint, nor will the aesthetic. Walk around, sit, read a bit of poetry or just soak in the art and words around. NomNomNom is definitely worth a visit. Thanks for the amazing time & Stellar coffee.
Finding new cafes to try is one of my favorite things to do so when I came across this place, I knew I had to try! I have read and seen clips of coffee mixed with orange juice before but never lemonade, and Playground Cafe offered that on their menu. I was skeptic at first, but it surprisingly worked! This drink was served iced, and I found it quite refreshing. The space itself is very artsy but it is located underground so there's no source of natural light. They have multiple "photo corners" and you can tell it's an artsy place starting right from their entrance. At the time I went, it was in the late afternoon. There was only one other person there.
This was my first time going to Playground Cafe, and it's safe to say that you shouldn't expect this cafe to be a standard cafe, like starbucks or second cup. Located in somewhat like an underground unit, this cafe always seems to have a new art piece- whether it's paintings, or an abstract figure, you always have something to catch your eye when you walk down those steps. One thing that I wish they improved on at this cafe- I tried ordering some pastries along with my drink (an ube cake and some kind of croissant meal)- and both were out of stock. I went in on a friday evening, and it wasn't extremely crowded, there were two or three more empty tables to sit from. I was just a little bummed out that they didn't have any other pastries/ foods to buy. I wouldn't recommend this cafe as a beneficial place to actually buy a meal- it is a cafe after all, and when it comes to a place like this (where it is more about visuals and aesthetics over food and drinks), I would suggest maybe eating before, or finding someplace else to eat. Would love to go back again when they have their pastries in stock :))
Cute cafe in Cabbagetown with monthly art instillations. Great place to get aesthetic drinks and desserts and catch up with friends. Lots of cute corners and photo ops to take pictures. However, this is not the kind of cafe for you if you're looking to study or get some work done. Seats are quite low and seating can be limited. Service is quick and friendly.
Very cute, artsy and aesthetic cafe! It's neat that They always feature different local artists' work. We tried the strawberry purée espresso and honeydew matcha. The honeydew matcha had shreds of honeydew in it . Very unexpected but enjoyable for me. The strawberry espresso was okay. Not sure if the flavours really went well together but definitely unique if you want to try something different! We also got the almond croissant and ube mini cake. The ube mini cake could've used more ube flavour as I couldn't really taste the ube, it was just a purple cake to me. Looking forward to coming back the next time I'm in the area and want a low key and quiet place to chill for a bit.
A lovely underground cafe. They change their interior from time to time which I think is really interesting. When we went, they had a red rose set up which I thought was really romantic. Their drinks tasted great and looked really aesthetic pleasing we got the purple kiss and hot Vietnamese latte. Definitely want to try their strawberry matcha next time (it looked so good). We also got their Oreo Croffle and ham & cheese croffle. I liked their Oreo croffle more but they were both cooked beautifully. The staff was also very kind, greeting us, and made our drinks very quickly! They are a bit small so it might be harder to get a seat on the weekends read more
"Wait, this is a cafe???" was my exact reaction when I first went down the flight of stairs to enter the underground Playground Cafe. Part museum, part hipster dive, part lounge, Playground certainly serves up a unique cafe experience with its art installations and concrete bunker-type layout and seating. As for the actual cafe part, it was pretty good. For drinks, got the salted creme coffee and bac xiu - both were a bit too sweet for my tastes though a definite treat. For pastries, got the cassava custard which was rich without being overly indulgent, and the chocolate cruffle where the cream was the star. Overall, Playground is vibe first, cafe second. Worth the experience. read more
3 years ago
A minimalist Korean cafe with an open-spaced setting. Drink #1: Purple Kiss . It's kinda like a butterfly pea + lychee drink. Super refreshing! Drink #2: Americano. Can't go wrong with this drink at a Korean cafe! Quick service and friendly staff read more
3 years ago
I have no idea why all the sweet potato lattes I've had before were never caffeinated, they were always just milk. However this combo was perfect. I absolutely loved this drink and the sweetness level was perfect for me. The cafe is also very aesthetic. The only con is that there were a lot of flies inside the cafe and not a lot of seating. read more
4 years ago
A charming place, with an equally charming menu! This cafe is located in a basement area, with seating all around the sides surrounding a large centrepiece artwork (which I understand changes every so often). As soon as we entered, I was struck by the unique atmosphere - the decor is minimalistic and almost muted, dominated by white tables and walls, but at the same time gave off an intimate, harmonious feeling. The food items are all quite interesting, serving up a variety of fascinating drinks and desserts. I ordered the Bella Rosa, a beautiful blend of fragrant rose tea and lychee and lemon juice bringing sweet and sour notes - super refreshing and delicious! I would say that my friend's sweet potato latte unfortunately felt below par, as the sweet potato chunks were not mixed well with the espresso. Their specialty drinks are probably the way to go. An incredible spot to spend a lazy afternoon reading, working, or chatting with friends! I can't wait to see the next artwork they have in store. read more
5 years ago
A café, art gallery and clothing store all in one! NomNomNom is a stunning café situated off the corner of Parliament St. and Aberdeen Ave. At the center of the space, there is a dreamy installation of clouds. Creative quotes are scattered along the walls. (Bonus: it's dog-friendly! The owners have a pug that wanders around greeting guests) We ordered the Purple Kiss, Honeydew Matcha, and Cassava Custard. I thoroughly enjoyed the lychee flavours of the Purple Kiss, but it was a bit too sour at the bottom. The Honeydew Matcha was also a nice combination, but it had chunks of honeydew that didn't really fit through the straw, so a little hard to drink by the end. I don't think I'd ever tried a cassava dessert before but it was delicious. Great choice for a pastry. I believe the café opened just over a month ago, but throughout the hour we were there on a Sunday afternoon, business was very steady (seats were almost always full). As they have free wi-fi, I would definitely consider coming back if I want to get some work done in an aesthetic space. read more
3 years ago
I came here on a very hot summer weekday in Toronto. The cafe was fairly empty with a large art exhibit in the middle of it and seating around the perimeter. I thought the concept of the cafe was cool but not really my cup of tea. However, I thought the drinks and food were fantastic!!! My cousin and I ordered a mango croffle to share and the matcha taro latte and a strawberry espresso drink. Both drinks had what tasted like fresh, real fruit and vegetable puree. I was OBSESSED with the matcha taro latte. The croffle had real whipped cream (thank god no reddi whip), crushed graham crackers, and fresh chopped mango. It was buttery and delicious. I highly recommend Playground Cafe for their drinks and food (and tbh the prices were reasonable too!). read more
2 years ago
Very cute spot with incredible desserts and drinks! It's cozy but inviting. The desserts are a good balance of tasty and not overly sweet. read more
5 years ago
Absolutely LOVE the vibe and ambience of this coffee shop. It's sleek, chill, and very opening. i love the unique types of coffee they have like march strawberry lattes and strawberry espresso! [ and so much more ] If in Toronto, give this shop a try. The coffee won't disappoint, nor will the aesthetic. Walk around, sit, read a bit of poetry or just soak in the art and words around. NomNomNom is definitely worth a visit. Thanks for the amazing time & Stellar coffee. read more
Finding new cafes to try is one of my favorite things to do so when I came across this place, I knew I had to try! I have read and seen clips of coffee mixed with orange juice before but never lemonade, and Playground Cafe offered that on their menu. I was skeptic at first, but it surprisingly worked! This drink was served iced, and I found it quite refreshing. The space itself is very artsy but it is located underground so there's no source of natural light. They have multiple "photo corners" and you can tell it's an artsy place starting right from their entrance. At the time I went, it was in the late afternoon. There was only one other person there. read more
4 years ago
This was my first time going to Playground Cafe, and it's safe to say that you shouldn't expect this cafe to be a standard cafe, like starbucks or second cup. Located in somewhat like an underground unit, this cafe always seems to have a new art piece- whether it's paintings, or an abstract figure, you always have something to catch your eye when you walk down those steps. One thing that I wish they improved on at this cafe- I tried ordering some pastries along with my drink (an ube cake and some kind of croissant meal)- and both were out of stock. I went in on a friday evening, and it wasn't extremely crowded, there were two or three more empty tables to sit from. I was just a little bummed out that they didn't have any other pastries/ foods to buy. I wouldn't recommend this cafe as a beneficial place to actually buy a meal- it is a cafe after all, and when it comes to a place like this (where it is more about visuals and aesthetics over food and drinks), I would suggest maybe eating before, or finding someplace else to eat. Would love to go back again when they have their pastries in stock :)) read more
2 years ago
Cute cafe in Cabbagetown with monthly art instillations. Great place to get aesthetic drinks and desserts and catch up with friends. Lots of cute corners and photo ops to take pictures. However, this is not the kind of cafe for you if you're looking to study or get some work done. Seats are quite low and seating can be limited. Service is quick and friendly. read more
4 years ago
The staff are so friendly. And the place is so hidden! Go check it out if you haven't :) Great menu btw. read more
Very cute, artsy and aesthetic cafe! It's neat that They always feature different local artists' work. We tried the strawberry purée espresso and honeydew matcha. The honeydew matcha had shreds of honeydew in it . Very unexpected but enjoyable for me. The strawberry espresso was okay. Not sure if the flavours really went well together but definitely unique if you want to try something different! We also got the almond croissant and ube mini cake. The ube mini cake could've used more ube flavour as I couldn't really taste the ube, it was just a purple cake to me. Looking forward to coming back the next time I'm in the area and want a low key and quiet place to chill for a bit. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Love this place! Had a soy latte that really hit the spot. It's a welcome alternative to the snarly hipness of the only other local option. Plus they take debit. It's just a little in from the corner of Aberdeen and Parliament read more
5 years ago
Such a cute, minimalistic cafe with serene vibes. Highly recommend trying their " jeju paradise"and "ube cake" sweetness meter: 9/10 read more
3 years ago
Pretty interesting minimalistic cafe - I tried the Purple Kiss which had a cool flavour but the sweet/sour parts didn't blend too well, and the Vietnamese coffee which was decent. Portion is not big read more
Such a unique space. Love that there's an art installation every 1-2 months, generally so aesthetically pleasing. Their drinks are crafted so creatively. Delicious coffee and matcha and by the looks of it, fancy pastries and other desserts. read more
3 years ago
Wow, I didn't expect this place near my stay. I noticed it as I walked by a parking lot and it had a really subtle and ambiguous front. I was curious so I looked it up and found it to have coffee and an art installation. I love the vibe and the monthly art installation. I got a salted crème coffee (contains condensed milk) and it was delicious. Finally found good coffee in Toronto :) Service here was great too. They are very welcoming and explained the thought behind this place. Drinks seem to have a Viet, Filipino and Korean influence. Would only say that the drinks are on the smaller side so if you're looking for those giant cups of coffee, this isn't the place. Only WiFi friendly here. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
Super cute cafe, very quiet when I dropped by. The decor changes every month, very unique and interesting. The popular Jeju Romance drink is amazing especially cold. Croffles were delicious as well. Most menu items range from $4-7. It's a great spot, can't wait to visit again! read more
4 years ago
a cute hidden spot in cabbagetown! the art installations are super cool, and the underground location makes it a cool spot away from the summer heat! drinks are very ~~aesthetic~~ and food items are good too! staff were also super friendly and nice! read more
4 years ago
Great coffee, atmosphere is terrific what more can I say! Would recommend this for anyone that likes a new trendy cafe shop! read more
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