Went on a Saturday. Super busy. Drinks were quick but food took 45min after ordering. The food really was amazing and worth the wait. Lots of parking. They have 3 different spots for parking. Best to go if you have time to relax. Will try again on a weekday.
Got an oat honey nut latte to go on the way to the airport on a Sunday morning. It was tasty although the milk was a bit over steamed IMO. The shop was pretty crowded inside, I think it is pretty popular. Outdoor seating seems nice when the weather gets a bit warmer. If I had the luggage space I would have tried their coffee beans, maybe next time. Nice decor BTW.
Timothy Cardozo
Excellent food, but always very crowded and service is terrible. They always get order wrong and are not alert to customers who desire assistance. Most recently, I'm standing at the takeout pickup register while the staff member stands three feet from me sipping a drink and ignoring me. Then the egg and bacon sandwich I ordered had no bacon, basically ripping me off for a few dollars (it was on the receipt so not my error), and I ordered a raspberry almond bar and they gave me a raspberry apricot bar. Since it was takeout, had already left so couldn't correct it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Valerie Hoskins
Quick and efficient service with well-priced and delicious food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
joe vallino
Great place to grab breakfast. Unfortunately I found the coffee (an Americano with three shots) rather bitter. Eggs Benedict was fantastic, but they serve it with salad, which for me detracted from the dish (something more savory would be better). Food and drink are ordered at the counter and delivered to your table. Very nice settling.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict
Ramona White
I had a great gluten-free breakfast hereDietary restrictions: They have wonderful gluten-free bread and gluten-free options
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Salmon Benedict
Sasha G
One of the worst meals I’ve had in recent memory. Apple cider was pretty much water, food was completely bland and poorly made, service was friendly but disorganized and
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Azra Rahman
I'm a big fan of Italian espresso sodas and they've got delicious options. The sandwiches are always good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mark Tetreault
My wife and I met some family for a late breakfast. The people are super nice and friendly. The menu for breakfast is wonderful and you will certainly find something to your liking. They will even do special requests so you can get exactly what you want.The eggs were cooked to perfection and my cappuccino was the best I have had for quite some time. Really great breakfast.It's a bit loud in the café and it is a little tricky to navigate if you have a wheelchair or rollator. We had to move a table and chairs to make clearance to get out of the café but all in all, it was a great dining experience.Good job, Esselon!Dietary restrictions: A member of our party is gluten intolerant and they accommodated her without problems. Nicely done.Wheelchair accessibility: There isn't a lot of room for wheelchairs or rollators to navigate. There isn't a wheelchair-height counter so it could be a little awkward. I don't think there are enough HP parking spots and none of the spots have access space to exit on the side of the vehicle- the spaces are too tight.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony Papoutsakis
Best specialty coffee in the area. And I love their breakfast. High quality options that are delicious and relatively healthy.Food service is kind of on the slow side, but worth it in my opinion.Parking: Two parking lots on site. Expect parking to be difficult on weekends. Street parking not allowed.Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp at front entrance.
In my perambulations to the esteemed establishment hight Esslon Cafe, I have been bestowed the privilege of partaking in their extraordinary fare and indulging in a coffee to kill for, verily. The victuals, crafted with culinary prowess, have proven naught but delectable, and the libation, a brew of unparalleled excellence, hath left mine taste buds in a state of rapture.One doth commend Esslon Cafe for the cultivation and roasting of their own coffee beans, a practice both noble and rare. This bespoke elixir, amongst the finest brands mine palate hath ever encountered, doth find its sacred abode in mine domicile each morn. The ritual of imbibing this nectar, a daily devotion that speaks volumes of the coffee's exceptional quality, is a testament to the café's commitment to excellence.The ambience, fostered by the al fresco dining expanse, doth further elevate the experience to heights of unparalleled delight. The open-air repast, amidst the embrace of nature's splendor, contributes to an atmosphere that transcends the mundane and fosters a dining experience that is, by all measures, quite extraordinary.In summation, Esslon Cafe, with its culinary prowess, heavenly coffee, and al fresco allure, stands as a paragon of epicurean excellence. The repast is a symphony of flavors, the coffee a elixir of the divine, and the setting an ode to nature's bounty. Verily, a sojourn to Esslon Cafe is an expedition into the realm of gastronomic magnificence.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict
Angela Reads
Love, love Esselon! I'm always satisfied with everything. Always long lines. But a quick wait, and so worth it. It sits right next to Noho and Amherst, so it's a perfect stop for a day out.
Great coffee, and its a great place for students or others to do work during the day (make sure your computer is charged though--outlets are not the most accessible). Baked goods are also excellent, and the only complaint would be that sometimes it is hard to find a table since this is a well-known quality spot.
Emma S.
Amazing! My family and I stopped in here for brunch today for the first time even though I've lived in the area for a few years. Didn't know what to expect and I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the veggie brekie, my dad got an omelette, and my brother got a breakfast sandwich. And we got blueberry pancakes for the table. Everything was super delicious and fresh tasting. I loved the sautéed veggies on my scrambled eggs. The sourdough toast tasted homemade and the blueberry pancakes were so soft and flavorful. Really good eats in a cute, French style restaurant. Will come back!
Went on a Saturday. Super busy. Drinks were quick but food took 45min after ordering. The food really was amazing and worth the wait. Lots of parking. They have 3 different spots for parking. Best to go if you have time to relax. Will try again on a weekday.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Egg Sandwich, Croissant, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Sausage
Got an oat honey nut latte to go on the way to the airport on a Sunday morning. It was tasty although the milk was a bit over steamed IMO. The shop was pretty crowded inside, I think it is pretty popular. Outdoor seating seems nice when the weather gets a bit warmer. If I had the luggage space I would have tried their coffee beans, maybe next time. Nice decor BTW.
Excellent food, but always very crowded and service is terrible. They always get order wrong and are not alert to customers who desire assistance. Most recently, I'm standing at the takeout pickup register while the staff member stands three feet from me sipping a drink and ignoring me. Then the egg and bacon sandwich I ordered had no bacon, basically ripping me off for a few dollars (it was on the receipt so not my error), and I ordered a raspberry almond bar and they gave me a raspberry apricot bar. Since it was takeout, had already left so couldn't correct it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Quick and efficient service with well-priced and delicious food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place to grab breakfast. Unfortunately I found the coffee (an Americano with three shots) rather bitter. Eggs Benedict was fantastic, but they serve it with salad, which for me detracted from the dish (something more savory would be better). Food and drink are ordered at the counter and delivered to your table. Very nice settling.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict
I had a great gluten-free breakfast hereDietary restrictions: They have wonderful gluten-free bread and gluten-free options
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Salmon Benedict
One of the worst meals I’ve had in recent memory. Apple cider was pretty much water, food was completely bland and poorly made, service was friendly but disorganized and
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
I'm a big fan of Italian espresso sodas and they've got delicious options. The sandwiches are always good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
My wife and I met some family for a late breakfast. The people are super nice and friendly. The menu for breakfast is wonderful and you will certainly find something to your liking. They will even do special requests so you can get exactly what you want.The eggs were cooked to perfection and my cappuccino was the best I have had for quite some time. Really great breakfast.It's a bit loud in the café and it is a little tricky to navigate if you have a wheelchair or rollator. We had to move a table and chairs to make clearance to get out of the café but all in all, it was a great dining experience.Good job, Esselon!Dietary restrictions: A member of our party is gluten intolerant and they accommodated her without problems. Nicely done.Wheelchair accessibility: There isn't a lot of room for wheelchairs or rollators to navigate. There isn't a wheelchair-height counter so it could be a little awkward. I don't think there are enough HP parking spots and none of the spots have access space to exit on the side of the vehicle- the spaces are too tight.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best specialty coffee in the area. And I love their breakfast. High quality options that are delicious and relatively healthy.Food service is kind of on the slow side, but worth it in my opinion.Parking: Two parking lots on site. Expect parking to be difficult on weekends. Street parking not allowed.Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp at front entrance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Burrito
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In my perambulations to the esteemed establishment hight Esslon Cafe, I have been bestowed the privilege of partaking in their extraordinary fare and indulging in a coffee to kill for, verily. The victuals, crafted with culinary prowess, have proven naught but delectable, and the libation, a brew of unparalleled excellence, hath left mine taste buds in a state of rapture.One doth commend Esslon Cafe for the cultivation and roasting of their own coffee beans, a practice both noble and rare. This bespoke elixir, amongst the finest brands mine palate hath ever encountered, doth find its sacred abode in mine domicile each morn. The ritual of imbibing this nectar, a daily devotion that speaks volumes of the coffee's exceptional quality, is a testament to the café's commitment to excellence.The ambience, fostered by the al fresco dining expanse, doth further elevate the experience to heights of unparalleled delight. The open-air repast, amidst the embrace of nature's splendor, contributes to an atmosphere that transcends the mundane and fosters a dining experience that is, by all measures, quite extraordinary.In summation, Esslon Cafe, with its culinary prowess, heavenly coffee, and al fresco allure, stands as a paragon of epicurean excellence. The repast is a symphony of flavors, the coffee a elixir of the divine, and the setting an ode to nature's bounty. Verily, a sojourn to Esslon Cafe is an expedition into the realm of gastronomic magnificence.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict
Love, love Esselon! I'm always satisfied with everything. Always long lines. But a quick wait, and so worth it. It sits right next to Noho and Amherst, so it's a perfect stop for a day out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Carrot Cake Slice, Soups, Eggs Benedict, Beet Salad, Chocolate Chip Cookie
Great menu, food was delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great coffee, and its a great place for students or others to do work during the day (make sure your computer is charged though--outlets are not the most accessible). Baked goods are also excellent, and the only complaint would be that sometimes it is hard to find a table since this is a well-known quality spot.
Amazing! My family and I stopped in here for brunch today for the first time even though I've lived in the area for a few years. Didn't know what to expect and I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the veggie brekie, my dad got an omelette, and my brother got a breakfast sandwich. And we got blueberry pancakes for the table. Everything was super delicious and fresh tasting. I loved the sautéed veggies on my scrambled eggs. The sourdough toast tasted homemade and the blueberry pancakes were so soft and flavorful. Really good eats in a cute, French style restaurant. Will come back!