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Top Cafes in Toronto, Canada
Top Rated Cafes in Toronto
Top Reviewed Cafes in Toronto
Balzac's Distillery District
The George Street Diner
Figs Breakfast Lunch
Midi Bistro Restaurant
Death In Venice Gelato
Hong Kong Island Dim Sum House
Daan Go Cake Lab
Yorkville Crepes
For The Win Board Game Cafe & Bar
Illy Caffe
Propeller Coffee
Hale Coffee Company
Reviews
A Raspberry Mocha from @halecoffee
A unique blend of Raspberry and chocolate that tastes so familiar and delicious. We also tried their freshly baked sourdough and it is just perfection.
You must check out this coffee spot in Toronto which has a chill California vibe to it located in a Clock Factory Building.
Try this weekend:
Hale Coffee
📍300 Campbell Ave, Toronto
A unique blend of Raspberry and chocolate that tastes so familiar and delicious. We also tried their freshly baked sourdough and it is just perfection.
You must check out this coffee spot in Toronto which has a chill California vibe to it located in a Clock Factory Building.
Try this weekend:
Hale Coffee
📍300 Campbell Ave, Toronto
First time going here and was pleased when a friend suggested meeting here. Love everything about this place, the space, venue, staff. I also love that it's kinda tucked away. Will definitely be coming back
This coffee shop has one of a kind atmosphere…and being so close to downtown with this huge space! Loved the variety of beans they have as well as the inside of the coffee shop itself; the coffee was ok…maybe next time will try a different roast.
Highly recommended for its atmosphere and quite a hidden gem in Toronto!
Highly recommended for its atmosphere and quite a hidden gem in Toronto!
One of the best coffee shops in the neighborhood. I recommend the coconut milk latte and the drip coffee. You can sit and hang out while you work or share with a friend.
Great food and coffee. Friendly staff!
Spacious space and lots of tables. Music is a bit distracting. Im not sure how ppl bring laptops and work for more than one hour lol i couldnt stay more than an hour max lol
Great place to hangout ;)
Spacious space and lots of tables. Music is a bit distracting. Im not sure how ppl bring laptops and work for more than one hour lol i couldnt stay more than an hour max lol
Great place to hangout ;)
Nice atmosphere and a great place to catch-up. When compared to other coffee shops/bakeries in the neighbourhood, it’s expensive. That said, it shouldn’t be a surprise when you step in and look around. Good luck to the owners, they’re trying something different.
I have been to a few board game cafes in the city and FTW had the best vibe by far. The service for food was quick, the staff were friendly, and although it did not have the biggest selection for games - they had everything I was looking for. It was nice to be able to make a reservation even on a weekend. We tried tons of games that we have been meaning to try! Thanks!
Lovely cafe with a great ambiance. It's more spacious than it seems from the outdoors. It has a range of seating types, from comfy low chairs to bar stools to regular tables and chairs. I had a wonderful hot chocolate that was the perfect amount of sweetness. The best, however, was a BLT on sourdough bread that was fresh and delicious. I think a garlic mayo was what gave it that special something. I think it was the best BLT I've ever had. Also nice that it's a kid and stroller-friendly space.
Excellent coffee!
Barista did an amazing job!
They need to clean the outside sitting area the tables were dirty.
Barista did an amazing job!
They need to clean the outside sitting area the tables were dirty.
As tourist, once we saw the roasted ducks hanging we knew this was the place we wanted to eat.
Really enjoy the experience to eat at a place where I know nothing about the menu, ask the server for suggestions and then we were pleasantly delighted.
Would definitely come back!
Really enjoy the experience to eat at a place where I know nothing about the menu, ask the server for suggestions and then we were pleasantly delighted.
Would definitely come back!
I don’t like talking bad about a restaurant that has my home country in the name. January 7/24- this place was just me and this other rude customer and we still waited around 20 minutes for our foods so service isn’t good. What made it worse is a new customer came in and waited 5 minutes and got food. This place is cash only unless you want to pay 1.50 extra. The final push was I got hot water instead of green tea which I ordered. The lighting was good cause I came before noon and the Cantonese doughnuts tasted delicious!
This cafe offers tasty food, well presented flavorful drinks, and an impressive selection of board games. Everything was very neat and clean. 14.00 per person to play, 10.00 per person if you order something from the menu. Perfect for casual hangouts or game nights with friends.
I had a lovely experience here to start the new year. My friend and I went for some crepes right as they opened, and the space filled up quickly as it is a small space. The young blonde lady doing all the cooking/serving was super nice, welcoming and friendly. I appreciate her attentive and excellent service even though it was quite busy! The crepes were delicious (La Canadienne and Parisienne, both great choices) and the tea served in good-sized mugs 🙂 Nice, cozy atmosphere. Will definitely visit again. Happy new year!
CASH only beware! That being said, their pastries are super fresh and delicious. Egg tarts, coconut pineapple buns, coconut buns, green onion pancake, are amazing. I would not get their dim sum though, there are better options up north like Juicy Dumpling or Sky Dragon. Dining area can be messy sometimes but for the price, can't be beat!
Great place to spend some time we had coffee & pestatiue croissant it was so fresh and delicious. The staff are so polite and friendly. We enjoyed our time. The prices are fair for the service you get.
Thanks to illy and Staff.
Thanks to illy and Staff.
Always love spending time at a board game cafe, and especially love it when they offer bubble tea!
I ordered the Cajun fries. I don’t do ketchup, so I asked for mayo instead, but they wanted to charge me $2 for mayo, which I thought was odd, hence the -1 star. But other than that, I would recommend.
I ordered the Cajun fries. I don’t do ketchup, so I asked for mayo instead, but they wanted to charge me $2 for mayo, which I thought was odd, hence the -1 star. But other than that, I would recommend.
This was recommended to me as a cheaper alternative to juicy dumplings, but my goodness is this place awful.
The dumplings are made fresh... sure, but they lack flavour, seasoning and juiciness (isn't that the whole point?).
They also don't accept card, it's cash only.
They also sell other items that I didn't try, but with what I saw. I don't think it's worth the try to be honest.
The dumplings are made fresh... sure, but they lack flavour, seasoning and juiciness (isn't that the whole point?).
They also don't accept card, it's cash only.
They also sell other items that I didn't try, but with what I saw. I don't think it's worth the try to be honest.
A very famous Italian cafe, this time to buy Nutella Christmas cookies to give to my friends. The staff are very friendly!
I tried the Bobalicious pastry and it was delicious. The amount of detail that went into the pastry was impressive. It's cute and even the cup is edible. I would come back to try other pastries and desserts.
Great little board game cafe in north York. Admission is discounted if you get a drink or food item which you most likely will. Good selection of games to play and for sale. Staff are knowledgeable about many games. Would recommend if you’re in the area!
Great place to spend an afternoon! Lots of super fun board games and a chill environment to play in. The highlight was definitely the gamesmaster, who provided very detailed and fun explanations, alongside recommendations that I really had fun with. The cafe aspect was a bit average, but the rest of the place made up for it.
The store had such a pretty, vintage and Parisian-vibe. I loved the aesthetics of it so much, didn’t want to leave. I got the Nutella crepe with banana slices which was yummy and filling! I tried my friend’s Charly with strawberry crepe and preferred it to mine, it was really nice. I’ll definitely revisit soon!!
The place is super cozy and our server, Carrie was absolutely delightful. Definitely coming back for the sweet potato soup <3
Food was ok, service was great, probably wont visit again probably.
Got the tiramisu. It looks very nice, but the taste is lacking. The description mentions both coffee and alcohol but I couldn’t really taste either in the tiramisu.
I didn’t get the cheesecake but once again, it looked super nice. (I hope it isn’t like the tiramisu and actually tastes as good as it looks).
I didn’t get the cheesecake but once again, it looked super nice. (I hope it isn’t like the tiramisu and actually tastes as good as it looks).
Perfect place if you’re looking for a cozy cafe. I ordered one savoury crepe (La Canadienne) and one sweet crepe (St. Martin) and they were equally delicious. The food came out fast and was devoured just as quickly. Would definitely recommend!
Very cute coffee shop for chilling or studying/working. Has a great seating area which makes it great for sitting for long hours. It's located in a historic building so it has a cute vintage vibe. It's hands down the nicest Balzac's location in Toronto.
As with all Balzac's, the drinks are slightly overpriced but it has nice specialty/seasonal drinks.
As with all Balzac's, the drinks are slightly overpriced but it has nice specialty/seasonal drinks.
First time trying and i was surprised how good the coffee tastes. Always saw this illy brand around but never really attracted me to try but my friends decided to go to this place and really good choice! The coffee was better than i expected and they so many different flavours of donuts from other place. It is worth a try
Agree with a few reviews below that their coffee is just mediocre. Not sure what beans were used this past weekend but barely had any coffee taste. Atmosphere was warm and welcoming, but tables need to be cleaned/wiped more often.
I’ve been wanting to try this place for a while and finally got to get some gelato after dinner. I opted for one of their seasonal gelatos, the pumpkin caramel pie. It was delicious! It was between that flavour and the ricotta rosemary lemon. I did try both flavours before purchasing. Both were good, but I didn’t really taste a lot of lemon in that one flavour. I’m definitely going to return to try the other flavours.
I been meaning to come here years. I’ve always knew about this place but never actually went, but finally did.
Everything about this diner is awesome & can see everything on the menu being just as awesome.
Easy recommend!
Everything about this diner is awesome & can see everything on the menu being just as awesome.
Easy recommend!
I loveeee this café so much. Always a go to stop when I’m at Yorkdale mall. Last time I had the Bueno donut and it was super good! Always so much to choose from and never disappoints. I also recommend the birthday cake macaroon! First time trying it here and I’m definitely getting it back next time.
I first heard about DIVG, because their gelatos were served at a Google event. I got to try a variety of flavours and the cheeseboard flavour blew me away. So creative and delicious!!! It’s a must try. I kept dreaming about it, so I had to go to the store and pick up a pint for a night in. While at the store, I got a double scope in a waffle cone (smoked pecan and maple butter tart, and pistachio yogurt baklava). As a frozen desserts connoisseur, I really appreciate the layering and complexity of flavour components. The service was also awesome. I saw they have a gelato tasting so I’ll have to check it out soon.
I love their gelato! Plenty of vegan options and a selection of both classic and creative flavours. Recently had the white peach soft serve - perfectly balanced, flavourful and not sickly sweet! I do love the ambiance as well and sometimes sit there while I enjoy my gelato. A must to visit for all gelato and ice cream lovers.
This was our inaugural visit to this charming diner. While the interior had limited seating, they graciously offer patio seating on sunny days.
We unanimously opted for the ultimate Irish breakfast, a delightful feast featuring three savory meats (bacon, ham, and sausages), delectable Irish soda bread, two perfectly cooked eggs, beans, sautéed onions and mushrooms, and, of course, their mouthwatering fries. I must say, their fries were fried to perfection!
The Irish soda bread was a new experience for me, and I was pleasantly surprised. It had a fresh, corn bread-like taste that I found quite enjoyable. Each meat element was equally delectable. Overall, it was an outstanding culinary experience.
The diner exudes a charming retro ambiance, and the booth seating is incredibly comfortable. It's safe to say we'll be returning for more culinary adventures.
We unanimously opted for the ultimate Irish breakfast, a delightful feast featuring three savory meats (bacon, ham, and sausages), delectable Irish soda bread, two perfectly cooked eggs, beans, sautéed onions and mushrooms, and, of course, their mouthwatering fries. I must say, their fries were fried to perfection!
The Irish soda bread was a new experience for me, and I was pleasantly surprised. It had a fresh, corn bread-like taste that I found quite enjoyable. Each meat element was equally delectable. Overall, it was an outstanding culinary experience.
The diner exudes a charming retro ambiance, and the booth seating is incredibly comfortable. It's safe to say we'll be returning for more culinary adventures.
I love it there. Tiny little place where you can have the real diner experience. The food is delicious & big portions and they are very fast at orders. Theit bread is extra tasty. However, I wish there were some more options or alternatives for vegans/ vegetarians.
Illy cafe offers you a quiet and private place to sit down and have a chat in the busy Yorkdale mall. their cappuccino and caremello latte are pretty good. Their pastries and desserts are nice too. The price range is reasonable and the service is friendly.
Irish pudding is sooooo good! We are quite shock that this actually taste like food in Taiwan. Irish breakfast has a big portion I might order the smallest portion next time. Their bread is quite unique, taste like pound cake
I came here yeaterday around 10:30am with my parents.
The young woman serving us was very polite and patient. We ordered a Nanaimo Bar, and macarons: salted caramel, apple crumble, birthday cake and one that tasted like peach. All the macaroons were tasted and fresh. Plus only $2.95 each.
There's also seating if you want to sit and enjoy your food.
I would definitely buy macarons again from Illy Cafe!
The young woman serving us was very polite and patient. We ordered a Nanaimo Bar, and macarons: salted caramel, apple crumble, birthday cake and one that tasted like peach. All the macaroons were tasted and fresh. Plus only $2.95 each.
There's also seating if you want to sit and enjoy your food.
I would definitely buy macarons again from Illy Cafe!
What a romantic gem this place is! Such a unique and wonderful cafe; beautiful, cool and comfortable. We had the hot chocolate, blueberry muffin, chocolate chip cookie and fudge gluten free oat bar. Food, beverages and staff are all fantastic. Our first time being here and we’ve fallen in love.
What a nice surprise. Great service and menu. We had a blast. The games are awesome, thanks to Game Master Brad for helping us out. I Definitely recommend and I will return.
Wowowowow! Very unique cakes that are also delicious. If you want to impress a crush or boss, this is the spot to buy a cake. The detail in the desserts are amazing, like a cheesecake that is in the shape of a block of cheese. Just really cute cakes.
No frills type of diner.
When I went it was super busy and as I went solo, I was given the table right by the toilets (not ideal but I can't complain as I got a table to myself!)
Service is fast and friendly! I opted for eggs (poached and soft), rye bread, and a small fruit salad, plus a coffee. Coffee is a bottomless cup. It came quickly and was the perfect size for something light.
Surprisingly (and delightfully) they had alternative dairy milk, so I had oat milk with my coffee. Hurray!
I only came across this place because I was attending a wedding nearby. Happy coincidence. I can see by the crowd that it's a local go-to.
When I went it was super busy and as I went solo, I was given the table right by the toilets (not ideal but I can't complain as I got a table to myself!)
Service is fast and friendly! I opted for eggs (poached and soft), rye bread, and a small fruit salad, plus a coffee. Coffee is a bottomless cup. It came quickly and was the perfect size for something light.
Surprisingly (and delightfully) they had alternative dairy milk, so I had oat milk with my coffee. Hurray!
I only came across this place because I was attending a wedding nearby. Happy coincidence. I can see by the crowd that it's a local go-to.
Sooo comforting! I got the California eggs benedict and we also had the breakfast plate with peameal bacon on the side. They were both delicious. And yes benedict comes with 3 eggs! They were perfectly poached. I loooved the hash brown. The coffee was good. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
You can see the kitchen through a glass and experience breakfast in progress. It makes it very homey and relaxed. Definitely recommend their breakfast. Thank you!
You can see the kitchen through a glass and experience breakfast in progress. It makes it very homey and relaxed. Definitely recommend their breakfast. Thank you!
Went for dinner for our first night in Toronto and we were not disappointed.
We had a goats cheese salad. It's done differently to what you'd get in France, but was really really good. The vinaigrette was somehow really light and tasty.
We had the steak and chicken main courses, which were also very good, followed by an amazing Tarte Tatin for desert.
You can get some wine by 0.5 l , which is really great for 2 people.
We were recommended a red wine which we loved.
We had a goats cheese salad. It's done differently to what you'd get in France, but was really really good. The vinaigrette was somehow really light and tasty.
We had the steak and chicken main courses, which were also very good, followed by an amazing Tarte Tatin for desert.
You can get some wine by 0.5 l , which is really great for 2 people.
We were recommended a red wine which we loved.
Irish brunch at its finest in a quaint old diner. Incredible white and black pudding (even better than many Irish spots!) and sublime Irish soda bread. Worth a visit for these two items alone. The eggs are free range and of high quality and the whole package is a smorgasbord of tastes. Link sausages and beans were great too. Get there early or late, but not in between as the wait can be long!
We managed to stop by this place to grab a quick bite for teatime. There were so many choices of freshly baked pastries, bread and buns. We ordered a Pineapple Bun, an icy cold Taro Slush with Tapioca Pearls and some Pan Fried Dumplings 🥟. All tasted delicious!!
Great restaurant for French cuisine. Wasn't very busy at all on a weeknight. They have pretty good pasta and steak, and have many options for mussels. The atmosphere & decor almost remind me of an 1800s escape room.
Huge disappointment! Their award-winning chessboard gelato was advertised as containing brie and pear as the first and second ingredients but I couldnt taste the brie's earthy notes or pear flavor at all even after eating the whole thing. There are no brie chunks either. It tasted more like ice cream than gelato. Finally, the price on the website was $11.75, yet in the store he sold me for $12.25 (he said there are no taxes).
Bought 6 of their priceless little desserts for my daughters birthday. She absolutely loved them! Not only were they adorable, but deeeeelicious! I would highly recommend!!
Cookies here are like magic. They are soft fluffy cakey inside with crispy outside... absolutely delightful. My kids and I love to stop in here for a treat and pick up cookies, and are working out way through the most amazing and creative cakes. The prices are comparable to getting a slice at a a coffee house or even the grocery baker, the quality however is top of the line. Do yourself a favor and visit Daan Go Cake lab to experience one of their amazing creations. We have tried most of the cakes and cookies and have loved every one of them!!!!
I've been here twice. It's a small spot. Very cozy. Both times our order came out very fast and exactly as ordered. The staff is super friendly and very efficient.
This is the first breakfast spot I've been to that serves both home fries and potato hash. A very welcome surprise. Super delicious.
Yesterday I asked what the waitress recommends. She said they're famous for their eggs Benedict. And she was certainly right. I'm skeptical every time an establishment says they're famous for a certain item, but Figs has no issue backing up their claim to fame. Very impressed.
I got the Rueben style eggs Benedict and it was the best thing I've had in this city in ages.
A must try.
This is the first breakfast spot I've been to that serves both home fries and potato hash. A very welcome surprise. Super delicious.
Yesterday I asked what the waitress recommends. She said they're famous for their eggs Benedict. And she was certainly right. I'm skeptical every time an establishment says they're famous for a certain item, but Figs has no issue backing up their claim to fame. Very impressed.
I got the Rueben style eggs Benedict and it was the best thing I've had in this city in ages.
A must try.
We got iced coffee, matcha and a few pastries right before closing and the staff were so nice for letting us stay. The servers were friendly and welcoming, I love how the pastries were not too sweet. Prices were also decent.
Good atmosphere, only thing that rubbed me the wrong way was that they were heavily pushing cows milk by giving away free lattes. Their coffee is a bit bitter and was so incredibly hot I feel like they burned it a bit. Only comes in one size as well and for $2.80 it's a bit steep for what's a small coffee. Breakfast sandwich was super good
Some great flavors and vegan options, a little too sweet for my liking. The chocolate sour cherry was the nicest I think.
Not super busy at about 8 at night.
Not super busy at about 8 at night.
I ordered a hot chocolate. It was sooo nice, not too sweet but you can feel the rich chocolate flavor
Also the mood is very nice, cafe mainly consists of white and gold color, which makes here look gorgeous
I had a good time here with such a tasty hot chocolate:)
Also the mood is very nice, cafe mainly consists of white and gold color, which makes here look gorgeous
I had a good time here with such a tasty hot chocolate:)
Great food. Decent prices. Freshly prepared. But.... and there's always a but.. unfriendly workers. Smile a bit, man. Ur face makes the food tastes bad even if it looks good.
this must be the only place that still sells pineapple buns for 80 cents!! All their buns are pretty cheap compared to other Chinese bakeries these days. I only really like the original pineapple bun here as the filling in the other ones are not the best.
Near Bloor this local coffee roaster and shop is a hidden gem for coffee lovers. With a cozy ambiance (with long communal tables where you can work and even bring your own desktop) and a dedication to crafting the perfect cup of joe, it has become one of my favourite coffee locations in town. The expertly sourced and locally roasted beans ensure a rich and flavorful experience. The friendly staff's knowledge and passion for coffee create a welcoming environment. For an exceptional coffee experience that stands out from the chain shops, this local roaster is a must-visit.
The bakeries offer delicious treats at really affordable prices. We grabbed Chinese doughnuts, custard-filled pineapple bun, and savory egg yolk pastries – all really well-made and tasty.
However, the breakfast we ordered didn't quite match the pictures. It wasn't terrible, but not exceptionally good either. The preserved meat and egg on rice were pretty dry and tough, same goes for the meat. The fried buns looked nothing like the picture. On the plus side, the fried dough tasted good. As for the Hong Kong milk tea, it was a bit too light, lacking the robust tea or milk flavor.
However, the breakfast we ordered didn't quite match the pictures. It wasn't terrible, but not exceptionally good either. The preserved meat and egg on rice were pretty dry and tough, same goes for the meat. The fried buns looked nothing like the picture. On the plus side, the fried dough tasted good. As for the Hong Kong milk tea, it was a bit too light, lacking the robust tea or milk flavor.
Unique variety of flavours. They make the icecream themselves with very interesting flavours. It can get busy as it's one of the few icecream places opened late
This is a lovely, high ceiling/double story vintage industrial building with character and style. Nice inside table and lots outside in the quad. This place can have quite a line and if so, do a little shopping and stop in a few minutes later and it will be quiet. Big groups pass through quickly.
Nice decoration and tasty. Good for those who are not on plan to order a cake in advance, just come and choose the flavour that you like 👍🏻
❗️Price is a little bit high with the size of cake.
❗️Price is a little bit high with the size of cake.
I've been going to "Figs" for a few years now and always provides a satisfying breakfast with the large portions and made to order. If you decide to order the "Benny" it comes in 3 set poach eggs so be hungry.
The service is amazing, always friendly, and making sure you got your coffee cup filled and condiments in hand.
The atmosphere on the weekdays is relaxing and weekends well can be a bit crowded like most breakfast places on the weekend but you won't have to wait longer than maybe 20mins.
The service is amazing, always friendly, and making sure you got your coffee cup filled and condiments in hand.
The atmosphere on the weekdays is relaxing and weekends well can be a bit crowded like most breakfast places on the weekend but you won't have to wait longer than maybe 20mins.
I find, in life, you generally get what you pay for - and this is no exception. As each coffee ☕️ place has its own taste 👅 some hit 💯 some are off by some percentage. But It won't replace my day-to-day need of coffee ☕️ Caffeine ☕️ serve’s the purpose! Freshly brewed great taste 👅, but it's well worth splashing out on if I fancy some caffetine ☕️ based, self-indulgence and luxury.
Spacious and roomy space with nice decor. Great vibe for working for a couple hours but I found Coffee is just a little short of what I like. Cortado milk was a bit runny, under desired temperature, plus music is a bit loud and distracting. Big plus is that they're a Roaster and also make fresh bakery items daily.
I dropped by to pick up their new PanDaan cake. It’s so cute and flavorful! The macaron on top was sooo good! The best macaron I’ve ever tasted. You can really taste the flavor. It’s moist and crunchy! No wonder this is popular for its macarons.
I’ll be back to try more desserts soon! Everything looks so cute and appetizing!
I’ll be back to try more desserts soon! Everything looks so cute and appetizing!
An Uncut Gem
It's a small bistro restaurant not far from AGO. Nothing posh or fancy, but extremely nice and friendly service and great food with more than reasonable prices.
Home-Made Pork and Chicken Liver Pâté with Gherkins was good, but another appetizer - Sautéed Escargots with Portobello mushroom in Cognac & Basil cream sauce - is simply fantastic! It's much better than standard butter & garlic recipe for escargots, that I cannot compare to any other even much more expensive restaurants in GTA.
With steamed mussels we made a mistake - we selected "Marinière" white wine sauce. The dinner size is 2 lbs of mussels, but the sauce was far from perfect. Top Sirloin steak was done perfectly medium rare as we ordered it. I mentioned that I don't eat fries and got fresh salad instead.
Crème Brûlée was above average, but Cinnamon Ice Cream was fabulous and it was a great addition to crème brulee. Americano was bold. And the service was absolutely amazing.
If you want to have a delicious feast for a very budget price, Midi Bistro is just for you!
It's a small bistro restaurant not far from AGO. Nothing posh or fancy, but extremely nice and friendly service and great food with more than reasonable prices.
Home-Made Pork and Chicken Liver Pâté with Gherkins was good, but another appetizer - Sautéed Escargots with Portobello mushroom in Cognac & Basil cream sauce - is simply fantastic! It's much better than standard butter & garlic recipe for escargots, that I cannot compare to any other even much more expensive restaurants in GTA.
With steamed mussels we made a mistake - we selected "Marinière" white wine sauce. The dinner size is 2 lbs of mussels, but the sauce was far from perfect. Top Sirloin steak was done perfectly medium rare as we ordered it. I mentioned that I don't eat fries and got fresh salad instead.
Crème Brûlée was above average, but Cinnamon Ice Cream was fabulous and it was a great addition to crème brulee. Americano was bold. And the service was absolutely amazing.
If you want to have a delicious feast for a very budget price, Midi Bistro is just for you!
Just loved this place! I had the breakfast burrito and some delicious mimosas. Very laid back, cool staff, good service, nice chill street seating on this particular Saturday morning.
Good food at the cozy cute restaurant. Good atmosphere, friendly and great service!! Chose Summerisious menu. It was delicious. Perfect size
One of my favourite spots in all of Toronto!! The service is some of the friendliest I've ever had. Our server was very thoughtful about making sure we'd enjoy what we ordered, from explaining what came with the breakfast sandwich, to clarifying that the iced tea was not sweetened and bringing over a sugar syrup with it.
The food is sooo fresh and delicious. I'm a poutine lover and their curry poutine was incredible. You can tell the eggs are high quality by the beautiful colour of the yolk.
Can't wait to come back.
The food is sooo fresh and delicious. I'm a poutine lover and their curry poutine was incredible. You can tell the eggs are high quality by the beautiful colour of the yolk.
Can't wait to come back.
This coffee shop is such a gem in the Distillery District. It’s an industrial design and loads of baked goods and delicious coffee.
I had an iced americano and an iced brownie and I really loved it.
The atmosphere along with the design and the great bakery varieties makes it one of the best coffee places I’ve ever been to.
There was free 2%milk, oat drink and half & half cream to add to your coffee if you wanted extra.
Tip: Go upstairs if you want to study/work or just spend some time with friends or alone. There is a cute indoor balcony that make you feel like you’re stepping in the Victorian era.
I had an iced americano and an iced brownie and I really loved it.
The atmosphere along with the design and the great bakery varieties makes it one of the best coffee places I’ve ever been to.
There was free 2%milk, oat drink and half & half cream to add to your coffee if you wanted extra.
Tip: Go upstairs if you want to study/work or just spend some time with friends or alone. There is a cute indoor balcony that make you feel like you’re stepping in the Victorian era.
It didn’t take me much to adore this coffee shop. The moment you step in you are greeted by an amazing interior decoration. They serve many types of sweets and for me it was so hard to choose because all looked delicious.
Coffee is good and the ambiance is perfect to spend some time alone or with friends
Coffee is good and the ambiance is perfect to spend some time alone or with friends
Lots to love about this place. Straightforward breakfast, with lots of love put behind it - Benedict comes with three eggs, and all breakfasts come with hash browns + home fries for example. Foods always fresh and hot and prices are fair. Service is always great. It’s the neighbourhood breakfast spot and I hope that doesn’t change
Such a cool coffee shop in a true heritage building! We especially loved their upstairs seating and a little indoor balcony, and of course the chandelier 😍 service is amazing, coffee is delicious, this location is super clean, we keep coming back. Plenty of indoor seating, and some tables outside. Located right in the Distillery District, but not very busy in the mornings or during the day, highly recommended!
Great place to relax and play some games with friends. The food there is perfect for the atmosphere, more so finger food than an actual meal. Although, you can fill yourself up quite quickly on the snacks. They have a diverse set of games which is really nice. Anywhere from Coup, to Guess who, and card against humanity. There’s parking nearby so it’s not completely out of the way.
A mediocre French bistro, very quiet especially on a Saturday evening, escargot was tasty and creamy, frites were very crispy and served hot, but the lamb shank was a reheat with part of the meat totally over-cooked and dry. Prix fixe menu was very extensive, good selection of sauces for the mussels in the regular menu.
A place you want to go to for some honest food.
I recommend anything salmon, but honestly, everything was on point.
I recommend going early especially on the weekend because of lineups and they’ll only seat you if your whole party is there.
I recommend anything salmon, but honestly, everything was on point.
I recommend going early especially on the weekend because of lineups and they’ll only seat you if your whole party is there.
My friend and I were really looking forward to trying this place out after seeing the good reviews and cute interior. The food was decent, but what really set this place apart was the awful service. I'd give it 0 stars if I could.
After the server seated us, he just left us be and we had to ask him for water and for menus about 10 minutes in. While we got the water, he never ended up giving us any menus and we had to pull it up on our phones to order. This would've been fine if it was contactless menus but they were given to other tables without them having to ask for them.
After taking the time to think about what to order, we waited for the server to come by, except he never did. We then had to ask if we could order while he was behind the counter and it took at least another 5 minutes before he slowly made his way over to our table, which was situated just in front of the counter where he was. I would've even been fine if he took our orders with the counter between us, rather than just nodding and then not coming over. When he did, he just stood there waiting for us to let him know what we wanted. I ordered the tuna melt while my friend ordered the Caroline crepe.
Right off the bat I was told that there wasn't any sesame seed bagels and they only had poppy seed. No big deal, not my preference but it wasn't a make or break kind of deal so I switched it on over. A few minutes later I heard another employee mention they were out of ice cream. Our server then came back and flatly relayed that verbatim before asking if my friend would like whipped cream instead. Not even a simple, "sorry we ran out of ice cream", he simply just said "we don't have any ice cream. Does whipped cream work" with the flattest tone I've ever heard.
When the food was ready, the server just plopped it down onto the table and walked away. I was absolutely astounded by the complete lack of care given. Even a simple, "enjoy" would've sufficed. Not impressed at all.
After the server seated us, he just left us be and we had to ask him for water and for menus about 10 minutes in. While we got the water, he never ended up giving us any menus and we had to pull it up on our phones to order. This would've been fine if it was contactless menus but they were given to other tables without them having to ask for them.
After taking the time to think about what to order, we waited for the server to come by, except he never did. We then had to ask if we could order while he was behind the counter and it took at least another 5 minutes before he slowly made his way over to our table, which was situated just in front of the counter where he was. I would've even been fine if he took our orders with the counter between us, rather than just nodding and then not coming over. When he did, he just stood there waiting for us to let him know what we wanted. I ordered the tuna melt while my friend ordered the Caroline crepe.
Right off the bat I was told that there wasn't any sesame seed bagels and they only had poppy seed. No big deal, not my preference but it wasn't a make or break kind of deal so I switched it on over. A few minutes later I heard another employee mention they were out of ice cream. Our server then came back and flatly relayed that verbatim before asking if my friend would like whipped cream instead. Not even a simple, "sorry we ran out of ice cream", he simply just said "we don't have any ice cream. Does whipped cream work" with the flattest tone I've ever heard.
When the food was ready, the server just plopped it down onto the table and walked away. I was absolutely astounded by the complete lack of care given. Even a simple, "enjoy" would've sufficed. Not impressed at all.
This is a nice spot for groups or coming alone for a morning/afternoon coffee and treats. They have multiple long vertical tables (community Style Seatings) that are suitable for business meetings or friends gatherings. You can also bring your laptop, monitor(s) and keyboard here with you and work from the café.
One of those classic diner spots in Toronto. Very authentic location and atmosphere. The ultimate Irish breakfast was very good. Everything tasted fantastic. The blueberry pancakes were ok. Nothing special but also there were a couple of very bitter bites which I'm not sure what it was. Overall it was an enjoyable experience.
Came here for the first time and tried the Tiramisu gelato. It was the perfect balance between sweet and salty. The taste was authentic and exactly like tiramisu. It was delicious! The service and ambiance was also good. Looking forward to coming back and trying other flavours
These desserts are truely delicious and unique. I have been giving these as an additional gift for people on their birthday - and it's been a bit every time. Couldn't recommend them enough.
I have no comment on actually ordering a custom cake, but service when I went for pick up was friendly.
I have no comment on actually ordering a custom cake, but service when I went for pick up was friendly.
Amazing Gelato! Must try!
I tried the sour cherry and chocolate (very tart), my friend tried the mango coocnut and lime leaf (very yummy) and we're both lactose. This worked out perfectly!
The options on the menu where "V" is mentioned is Vegan, so there's plenty to choose from :)
Will be back to try the other flavours too.
I tried the sour cherry and chocolate (very tart), my friend tried the mango coocnut and lime leaf (very yummy) and we're both lactose. This worked out perfectly!
The options on the menu where "V" is mentioned is Vegan, so there's plenty to choose from :)
Will be back to try the other flavours too.
Wonderful service and coffee!
Still going super hard on COVID restrictions, so masks are required when not sitting at your table which are provided at the front service desk. The entire premise is wheelchair accessible with very well stocked clean bathrooms and it's really nice to just be in a huge space with solid tables. (Especially after all the rickety tiny spaces that are typical in the neighborhood.)
Off the beaten path which is refreshing too.
Definitely recommend once the air conditioner is put on 💚
Still going super hard on COVID restrictions, so masks are required when not sitting at your table which are provided at the front service desk. The entire premise is wheelchair accessible with very well stocked clean bathrooms and it's really nice to just be in a huge space with solid tables. (Especially after all the rickety tiny spaces that are typical in the neighborhood.)
Off the beaten path which is refreshing too.
Definitely recommend once the air conditioner is put on 💚
Booked a table ahead. We were served right away. We ordered nutella latte, nutella hot chocolate, okonomiyaki fries, for the win belt sandwich, and shibuya toast. Everything's really delicious. The biard games are located at the back of cafe and they can be easily located as they have codes. They also have recommendedations so you won't be overwhelmed by how many games you can play. The staff were nice and accomodating. The place is very well maintained and clean. And you can really enjoy everything here. A must recommend cafe for everyone.
Best value for local brunch downtown. The prices cannot be beat and the portions are very generous. That being said, although the French Toast and California Eggs Benedict dishes were tasty, they didn’t exactly stand out. The sausage is delicious but the potatoes are lacking. I found the hollandaise sauce to be a tad weak in flavour. Quick turnaround and friendly neighbourhood vibe.
Benny anyone? Well if you love a great eggs Benny this is the place. Have it with smoked salmon, Avocado, classic peameal, steak and I am sure if you asked for sausage they would do it. This place is a classic and delicious diner. Probably the best fries anywhere. It’s friendly and clean and all things good. Burgers are messy and delicious. It’s simply one of the fun diners that are still around and you won’t break the bank eating here.
A pretty nice place to have a cup of coffee in busy Yorkdale shopping mall. They have a big and open sitting area on dining floor. Coffee tastes great. I ordered Cappuccino Viennese and a tiramisu cup. They have a lot of choices for drink, breakfast and dessert. However i feel the dessert is over price and they don’t taste that good. Would only recommend their drink. Service is fast!
Winterlicious 2023 is back for another season and Midi Bistro is one of those places you can count on to have a great meal anytime.
Dinner costs $45 now but is still a good deal and your money well spent mainly because of their superb food, service and ambience.
Went out with two of my friends and so we get to try different dishes:
Appetizers:
Sautéed Escargots with Portobello Mushroom - this is a rich and delectable appetizer. It's cooked in cognac and basil cream sauce and you can soak up the creamy goodness with the complimentary bread they provided you. And let me tell you they tasted silky and divine!
Pate de Campagne with Toast & Gherkins - the pate is more on the coarse and rustic type and portion is generous. Comes with a side salad and baguette.
Spicy Crab Cakes - crab cakes are really tasty and spicy. The touch of heat adds a flavourful twist to the classic crab cake. But I wish they would have given more instead of only 2 crab cakes. This is my fave out of all the 3 apps and 10/10 would order this again.
Main Dish:
Braised Lamb Shank - find it a tad dry and a bit overcooked, this is my least fave dish. There's also a pronounced gamey flavour with the lamb shanks.
8 oz Striploin Steak - perfectly cooked juicy steak paired well with the mushroom brandy sauce.
Seafood Risotto - packed with different types of seafood, they give you a huge portion of this dish and it's so flavourful in every bite.
Dessert:
Creme Brûlée - crisp shell that shattered under your spoon exposing rich and smooth layer of custard beneath with just a hint of vanilla, this is a joy to eat.
Strawberry Cheesecake - this is the star of the show. Silky smooth and creamy classic cheesecake with delightful strawberry topping tastes as amazing as it looks.
Overall we had a great dining experience and special mention to our server, Sindhu who's very nice and friendly. And even though the place was packed, she
still manages to maintain a calm composure, smiling and welcoming people in the restaurant. Truly worthy of a praise!
Dinner costs $45 now but is still a good deal and your money well spent mainly because of their superb food, service and ambience.
Went out with two of my friends and so we get to try different dishes:
Appetizers:
Sautéed Escargots with Portobello Mushroom - this is a rich and delectable appetizer. It's cooked in cognac and basil cream sauce and you can soak up the creamy goodness with the complimentary bread they provided you. And let me tell you they tasted silky and divine!
Pate de Campagne with Toast & Gherkins - the pate is more on the coarse and rustic type and portion is generous. Comes with a side salad and baguette.
Spicy Crab Cakes - crab cakes are really tasty and spicy. The touch of heat adds a flavourful twist to the classic crab cake. But I wish they would have given more instead of only 2 crab cakes. This is my fave out of all the 3 apps and 10/10 would order this again.
Main Dish:
Braised Lamb Shank - find it a tad dry and a bit overcooked, this is my least fave dish. There's also a pronounced gamey flavour with the lamb shanks.
8 oz Striploin Steak - perfectly cooked juicy steak paired well with the mushroom brandy sauce.
Seafood Risotto - packed with different types of seafood, they give you a huge portion of this dish and it's so flavourful in every bite.
Dessert:
Creme Brûlée - crisp shell that shattered under your spoon exposing rich and smooth layer of custard beneath with just a hint of vanilla, this is a joy to eat.
Strawberry Cheesecake - this is the star of the show. Silky smooth and creamy classic cheesecake with delightful strawberry topping tastes as amazing as it looks.
Overall we had a great dining experience and special mention to our server, Sindhu who's very nice and friendly. And even though the place was packed, she
still manages to maintain a calm composure, smiling and welcoming people in the restaurant. Truly worthy of a praise!
Nice cozy and clean french style cafe here in Yorkville Ave in Toronto.
Delicious Chocolate Almond Croissant, Omelettes and Latte.
We enjoyed our choice and selection.
The only note I can give is that I understand it is a small owned family cafe and when they get busy they will be delayed in their services, so you need to be patient sometimes.
Delicious Chocolate Almond Croissant, Omelettes and Latte.
We enjoyed our choice and selection.
The only note I can give is that I understand it is a small owned family cafe and when they get busy they will be delayed in their services, so you need to be patient sometimes.
Amazing food, even more amazing service. The bagel was especially nice. They accommodated our many requests and substitutions without hesitation. The only issue is that they don't have too many tables so expect a wait if you want to dine in.
Highly recommend!
The cafe space is HUGE. The staffs are friendly and the empanada was great!
Love that they are participating in creating sustainable environment, by using metal straws!
The cafe space is HUGE. The staffs are friendly and the empanada was great!
Love that they are participating in creating sustainable environment, by using metal straws!
Beautiful space! Free wifi and conveniently located! Delicious coffee. The prices are on the higher end. The matcha latte I ordered was $6.05 with tax. It’s a small size. The drink it’s self, nothing special, powder and milk. I wouldn’t order it again, I’d stick to the coffee here, it is delicious.
It’s not located in one of the main streets so you might think you’re lost when you’re looking for it but don’t let that stop you, I know I’m glad I gave this place a try. The barista (the owner?) is professional and friendly, the interior design looks pretty cool, and their iced latte is amazing.
Two things though, I wish they had more options in terms of pastries and they used those lids that don’t require a straw.
Two things though, I wish they had more options in terms of pastries and they used those lids that don’t require a straw.
Authentic french cuisine. Very nice and food quality. The restaurant is having a three course menu for $39 or $45. Lots of selection to choose from. Big portion especially the appetizer grilled calamari. And the dessert is very special and good. We all enjoyed the food and the excellent service. We will definitely go back and try other food items on the $45 menu. Not sure when this set menu will end though.