We were having brunch in Le Lert when I noticed they had coffee options available from Plearn. And…read moregiven that one such option was their Bana coffee, which is essentially a banofee pie in coffee form, I really had no choice but to order it. The Bana coffee ("Espresso, Caramel-syrup, banana milk") was served cold, which I thought worked perfectly. It's a really tasty, refreshing beverage. The different layers are all really delicious, but the drink is improved immeasurably once you stir it all up. It really did remind me of a banofee pie.

This cafe just soft-opened on 2024-05-15. They had another location before but decided to move to…read morethis location. They now only sell drinks; they no longer sell cakes. It is a small cafe now with enough indoor seating for 12+ people. The customer service was good. I ordered a Toron-Ta-Ro ($6.95). It has Taro syrup, milk, steamed milk foam, and torched marshmallows. It looks and tastes good. There is loud, easy-listening music playing in the background. There is free WiFi. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. There is no customer washroom for now (it may be available in 2 weeks). There is paid neighbourhood street parking. Review 2024-110

I visited the cafe during morning hours, it wasn't too busy and there was ample seating available…read more It has good decor, few paintings are also available to buy (like an art gallery). I ordered for Spinach Feta pastry and Americano. The pastry was average, but Americano was watered down. I would suggest sticking to standard brew.

This is a new coffee shop/ cafe that recently opened in Cabbagetown. There is a Greek vibe inside…read more They make their croissant sandwiches in-house daily. All pastries and cakes are made daily. Anything one day old is either 50% off or BOGO. These are outsourced from 3 different bakeries. They also sell ice cream. Their coffee cups are made with coffee husk, so they are lightweight, don't chip, and stay cool even with hot beverages. We ordered the following: 1. Flat White ($4.55). 2. Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake ($7.25). 3. Apricot Danish ($8.50). The Flat White tasted good. My son loved the Chocolate Cake. He didn't share. It was rich and moist. The Apricot Danish was fresh. You can serve yourself with free water. Any Cabbagetown resident and construction workers get a 10% discount. Any government and police get a 15% discount. There is indoor and outdoor seating. The owners are Armenian, who escaped from the war in Ukraine. They opened on 2024-07-20. There is free WiFi. The cafe is not wheelchair accessible, except for the outdoor patio. There is one gender-neutral washroom, but it is not wheelchairaccessible. There is paid neighbourhood street parking. There is one high chair for little children. Review 2024-178

I love this spot for picking up blackbird pastries!!! They…read morehave great coffees and lattes to go as well. It's a small shop so sometimes there is a wait.

Wallace Espresso on Dupont Street is one of three locations in the city and quickly established a…read morename for itself for its epic espresso-based beverages in very cute cups. There are no frills at this location, but the coffee is delicious as are the small selection of nibbles. There are only a few seats indoors, but during warmer months customers can sit at sidewalk tables. The baristas are super friendly, making it a great spot to return to.

Awesome NYC style bar at night with cool music events. Great people and friendly service. Check the…read moremenu and come back when the event is over for interesting items like Indian pizza.

The Harmony Cafe located along Nassau near Augusta is Kensington Market's newest cafe. They serve…read morehot and cold caffeinated beverages along with some baked goods (croissants, cookies, brownies). They recently just opened and are offering their customers 15% off all orders. I stopped by The Harmony Cafe on a Tues around noon. Staff were friendly as I opted for a cortado. They do have oat or almond milk as alternatives which cost an additional $0.99. My drink was made at a reasonable time. The cafe is currently only take out only. My coffee was made well - good temperature and it tasted great. Would definitely return for more coffee (and probably treats) in the future!

This is truly a hidden gem inside Basil Box and it's a nice place to grab a refreshing coffee-based…read moreor matcha-based beverage with a freshly-baked pastry, away from the hustle and bustle of the downtown. Their menu offers great options like Strawberry Matcha Latte, Mango Matcha Latte and coffee-based options like Thai Mocha or Amaretto Latte. They have an option for every preference. You can also simply order an espresso or Americano. Their pastry menu includes both sweet and savory options. They're fresh and made daily. You can also make combo out of your drink and pastry and save money. The staff are friendly and the vibe's relaxed.

This is a new cafe, located and owned by Basil Box. They soft-opened on 2025-07-21. They sell hot…read moreand iced drinks, and sweet & savoury pastries. They will also sell cakes in Sep 2025. From 2025-07-26 to 27, you can get 50% and drinks. And until 2025-07-31, you get 20% all drinks and pastries. A third promotion is $10 for a combo of any drink plus any pastry, running until 2025-12-31. They proudly serve coffee from illy Coffee. Iced drinks are slightly more expensive than the hot equivalent. They purchase very high-quality matcha. My wife could tell that the matcha was good. Because of the great prices, we ordered the following: 1. Thai Mocha (iced $7.95). Chose 50% sweetness. 50% discount. 2. Strawberry Matcha Latte (iced $7.45). 50% discount. 3. Strawberry Cheesecake Danish ($5.95). 20% discount. 4. Spinach & Feta Puff ($5.95). 20% discount. 5. Margherita Puff ($5.95). 20% discount. The drinks were good and refreshing on a 34C (feeling like 41C) day. Remember to stir it thoroughly before drinking. The three pastries were good. My son had a little of all three and loved them all equally. It must be good when a child (with picky tastes) likes them! With the Margherita Puff, that is his favourite "pizza". Everything is prepared fresh each morning. I was lucky to meet the co-owner, who is also the owner of Basil Box. She was there because of the soft-opening. The service was excellent, of course. There is plenty of indoor seating, shared with Basil Box. There are also charging outlets. There is free WiFi. There are separate male/female washrooms, both of which are wheelchair accessible. There is paid neighbourhood street parking and paid parking lots. There are high chairs for little children. Review 2025-155

This is a new café on mutual street near Jarvis and Dundas. There is seating in the front and back…read more They serve pastries, teas, coffees, and other small bites. Overall, the coffee was very good and brewed properly. Service is friendly and fast and prices are reasonable. The interior is nice and clean.

Drink quality: 3.5/5 Drink selection: 3.5/5…read morePastry quality: - Pastry selection: 3.2/5 Price: 4.2/5 Ambiance: 3.8/5 Service: 5/5 Cleanliness: 3.5/5 Location: 3.7/5 The interior is small and cozy, with a well-designed layout. A central workstation features a large table with seating for 4-6 people. However, the chairs lack back support and are quite uncomfortable - I ended up standing for the two hours I was there. The café offers Wi-Fi and has four outlets for charging devices. A small iced Americano costs $4.75 (tax included, no tip), though prices don't appear to be displayed anywhere in the store. The pastry selection is limited. Music consists of slow, relaxing tracks that match the café's ambiance, but the volume is a bit too high for conversation or focused work. Service was excellent - very friendly and polite. One staff member asked if the music was too loud and adjusted the volume when I said yes. Later, when I asked for a fork (despite not having ordered food), he kindly found one, washed and dried it in front of me, and handed it over. The washroom was relatively clean, though the handwashing station outside the washroom is cluttered, with items like a fridge and extra tables stored in the area.

Woolshed Coffee is a cozy coffee house just south of Trinity Bellwoods. The decor and feel inside…read morethe cafe is cozy and cool with records, plants, and even a projection of some animation playing on the wall. The space is quite small with only about 8 seats altogether (I'm here at the end of winter so there may be additional outdoor seating in the summer) and it can feel a tad cramped if you like your space. What I ordered: - Oat Milk Matcha Latte Final Thoughts: I ordered the matcha after seeing a rave review, but I personally found it quite weak in matcha flavor and a tad powdery at the bottom of the cup. I've had better matcha elsewhere but would return to try other drinks and for the ambiance of the cafe! A bit of a hidden gem if you like cute, cozy cafes.

A solid cafe with Viennoiserie that can go toe to toe with the best in the city. They have changed…read morethe setup again rather quickly as it's getting popular with folks who 'work' with their laptops in the cafe I have tried a bunch of items already and hope to go through their entire range very soon. Chocolate and Rhubarb au pain are not only gorgeous but hit the spot. I think barring certain prepared desserts at Cafe boulud upstairs and a famous macarons house nearby this is the best option in this area and somewhat reasonably priced as well