50 Best Cafes near East York

“They have the best loukoumades I’ve had! Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and always fresh. The flavors are incredible with high-quality ingredients you can actually taste. The beverages were so yummy!
Service is warm and friendly, and the atmosphere is cozy and inviting. A true gem! My favorite new spot!“

“We had an appointment and we're early, so we decided to check out the Cafe. We ordered our food, and then realized that I'd forgotten my wallet in the car, parked a distance away. The woman behind the counter generously gave us our meals free of charge. This rarely happens in our world anymore. We have gratitude and we are thankful that there are still beautiful, giving human beings out there. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
LEE knapp“

“loved the cheese and spinach pitas everything is super fresh. Flavoured coffees are also great.“

“Brilliant coffee shop! Great drinks, staff and ambience!“

“​I found this great café late at night with my friend; it had a very cozy, and calm feel. The staff was friendly and sweet, making the visit even better. The food was perfect! I loved the Baklava Cheesecake, which was perfectly sweet and flaky, an awesome combination. The Tyropita was so tasty with its strong cheese flavor, and it was also perfectly flaky. Even the Hot Chocolate was delicious creamy, sweet, and chocolaty. While café mocha was a bit too sweet, the overall experience was PERFECT.“

“Great latte !! 👍😊☕️ practicing social distance :)“

“BEST FREEDO IN CANADA“

“My husband and I stopped by Aroma Espresso Bar recently and had such a lovely experience. We ordered a couple of mochas and sat out on the patio — it was a beautiful day, and the outdoor space made it even better. The patio is really well-kept, with fresh flowers and comfortable furniture that made it feel cozy and inviting.

Inside, the café is very clean and bright, and the staff were all friendly and welcoming. We also tried a couple of their pastries, which were fresh and delicious — a perfect pairing with our drinks.

All in all, it was a really relaxing and enjoyable visit. We’ll definitely be back!“

“My first time here today and was pleasantly surprised to find not only great coffee but a great atmosphere. Finally a place that has a no laptop/tablet policy. I was able to get a seat and enjoy my coffee (great Flat White) without having most of them seated taken up by single laptop users that's had long finished their one coffee over 2 hours ago. Koodos to the owner.“

“Ins風小資咖啡廳，唔錯！“

“Our clinic was lucky to sample the Mocha and it was delicious! Highly recommend!“

“The food was so delicious and a very eclectic menu. A little gem of a restaurant. 😀“

“I've been here three times now and have always enjoyed the unique menu and presentation of the drinks. While they serve everything from fruit teas to smoothies to coffee, the signature drink is the Tea with Nut Cream. You start by choosing a base beverage (for example Jasmine Green tea) and then choose a nut cream topping. You begin your drink by using a small spoon to scoop the cream and then can blend it into the drink with your straw. In case you need help, there are instructions on your cup that tell you how to best enjoy it.

There's a large variety of flavour options, and it gives you an incentive to mix and match and keep trying new combinations.

Seating is limited to 5 tables so you may have a hard time staying in depending on when you go.

A word of warning about the bathroom. When I went most recently, there were no paper towels or hand dryer. Also, there is a large step down when walking back out into the hallway, and you can lose your balance/get discoordinated if you aren't expecting it.

Overall, this is one of the most innovative bubble tea options in the city, and is well worth your time.“

“I tried the ham and cheese sandwich. At around $14 including tax, it felt a bit pricey at first, but it was packed with fillings and absolutely satisfying.

Unlike some sandwiches that skimp on greens, this one had plenty of fresh, crisp lettuce—just like in the photo. I also really enjoyed the bold flavor of the pickles, and the bread was soft and easy to eat, not dry at all.“

“Very good cafe bake shop I highly recommended“

“The food and service are phenomenal, will recommend and come again“

“I came here to get some work done and had a great experience! The staff are super welcoming and the atmosphere is nice, I really appreciated the little details in their service (bringing water, cutting my pastry). The coffee is delicious, I love the cute plates too 🐇 ☕️ my only complaint is that the pastries are a bit small for the price, but that means they were so good I wanted more lol“

“Lisa and the team at MBC are the Bomb! Her work and attention to detail is amazing. I literally had a vision and she made it come to life numerous times! HIGHly recommended ❤🌼💚🍪“

“Parecia que eu estava no Brasil comendo a feijoada da minha mãe. Maravilhosa.“

“very nice experience..clean quiet place ..great food lahmcun tasty cok gozel“

“Wonderful food choices in a well designed setting.“

“The owner is so nice, and really knowledgeable about Pu-Erh teas. He is patient, and the food he makes is amazing! The prices for the teas and food is reasonable (student budget friendly lmao). I remember when this was at a different location down the street and he had chalkboard menus - updated now and looks awesome. Interior decor is 100% instagramable with the arwork and the wood seating. You gotta come here at least once if you're around here, it's worth it.“

“Everything a community coffee shop should be! Great coffee, their ice cream is always a big hit and their toffee milk chocolate cookie is the best. Even more - The owners are great supporters of the local community! Thanks from Team Shmooz!“

“Amazing Amazing Amazing, I tried the Rosetta Alla Vodka and Lasagna Calabrese.. Very excited to become a regular. Thank You 😍“

“Today Jan 3, 2025 was my first time here. Beautifully decorated, Clean, generous size delicious baked on the premises blueberry scones, good coffee, friendly helpful staff and owner. I spent a long time working on the crossword puzzle sipping my two cups of coffee. I wasn’t rushed. Felt very comfortable. I wish them well, and I shall return for sure.“

“I just finished brunch here and WOW! How is this place not busier?! The French Toast special was delicious with so many textures (and a great serving size), and the maple chicken sandwich was SO GOOD. The pricing is insanely affordable for the quality of food….like I don’t know the last time I got brunch for under $20 in the city. I’m already looking forward to coming back and trying something else!“

“Ordered the strawberry bingsu and one of the lattes. Both were very good and the large bingsu was enough for two people. It has cheesecake bites in it which was very tasty. I would recommend getting the strawberry cake bingsu to get more cake pieces because they are really good“

“This is a wonderful local coffee shop. They make delicious croissants and scones. I've brought them to some functions and everyone loves them! Support local business. Very friendly service.“

“This place never misses. I’ve visited a few times now and the quality and care that goes into every product is unmatched — generous toppings, bagels to die for, and their drinks are perfect. So easy to support this excellent little business. Highly recommend!“

“Very friendly and patient service! It was my first time at TEAKO and now I know I'll be returning as frequent as possible in the future! They have so many different types of tea leaves and I look forward to trying many, many of them plus the snacks!
Today's Rose lychee matcha was perfectly fragrant and slightly sweet! Exactly what I needed! Highly recommended!! 😊“

“True bakers, incredible bakers, they make great coffee too. Everyone’s so friendly it’s always packed. I’m not telling you my favourite pie because I’m afraid that it might run out and I might not get it when I want it so too bad so sad figured it out for yourself.! Lisa.“

“best chaat, street pani puri, Falooda, Kashmiri chai“

“home away from home! <3 Love to have events here!“

“Delicious Fresh brewed espresso, lovely baked goods and a very welcoming and lively atmosphere for such a quaint little joint! 5 stars across the board because of all of these things, plus the lady at the front is working so hard and being so kind to everyone who walks in.

btdubs this is not aI gen im just passionate about good espresso“

“Love this new café/salon in Roncevalles! Such a good vibe. My new favourite place to work :)“

“Went here today with my sister and like some others have said, the service and the knowledgeable owner made getting a Cappuccino one heck of a great experience! Unlike some franchise coffee shops, at this place I actually tasted the espresso, what a pleasant thing to have happen, pay for a specialty coffee and actually taste coffee!!! Wow!!! Today was our first time here but definitely not our last! The old world charm of the cafe also added to the overall experience.“

“Had a nutella latte this morning with extra foam and skim milk! LOVED the decor of this cafe and all the unique products they sell for coffee and wellness. If it wasn't for COVID, I could definitely see myself coming by to get some work done. I will be back again!“

“Coffee, bagels, and especially the homemade butter tarts.“

“We all have different tastes, right?! i saw a review saying the way it tastes(awful). here's a tip: 1. ask for recommendations depending on your taste, try it, decide. sooo easy. trust me. Anyways, after i spoke with Tony for an advise on how i want the espresso to taste. He was spot on. I swear, i promise you. Espresso Bar Coffee beans, for my taste, is the best!!! Love it i gave up on getting Pascucci Caffe from Italy!!!! And the service is top notch. they went the extra mile to ship 6 kg overnight for free. well, they take care of their customers!!!!!“

“Take out…
Support the local ❤️
Little cafe right on college street.
Very nice and clean.

Order combo 20% off
Easy to order by the machine at the counter.
I love the smoothie, tastes great.
Mince pork on rice is good but not that great.
Service is excellent, friendly and helpful.
I will go back to try some other dishes.“

“I love Supernova! Coffee is strong, employees are friendly, service is amazing but the PASTRIES ♥️ The croissants 🥐 and scones are to die for ♥️ I’m writing this review as I eat two of their croissants. Croissants are my fav pastry and Supernova’s croissants are better than every other croissant I have ever had. Keep it up! Whatever you’re putting in these croissants, put in more please.“

“Love their iced lattes. Nice people and cool place“

“It’s very cozy space especially if you were friends.“

“Stumbled upon this coffee shop in Little Italy and it instantly became one of my favorite spots. It has the perfect chill vibe, great music playing in the background, and somehow the coffee is even better than the atmosphere.

It really feels like a hidden gem. The kind of place you want to keep to yourself, but also feel compelled to recommend. If you’re around Little Italy and looking for a relaxed spot with excellent coffee and a cool, laid back energy, this place is absolutely worth a stop.“

“Friendly service and delicious foods, I'm especially a fan of the fresh-baked croissants, which can be used for tasty sandwiches! The espresso is superb and the Mango Dragonfruit Hibiscus Iced tea is a must try in the summer time :) They even give my dog a treat when he comes to visit, 10/10. 🥐☕“

“Awesome mochi! i travel 3 hours on a bus just to get to it. It on my list of things to experience post pandemic.“

“Came here on a Saturday night for a few drinks and apps.

For drinks, I got the non alcoholic Silent G which was super tasty.
For food we ordered the chicken and tuna melt empanadas as well as the Dumplings - all were delicious !

Atmosphere and service was also great! 😊“

“Strawberry Matcha Latte with Oat Milk. Absolutely delicious and vibrant matcha, the strawberry puree was the perfect amount of sweetness and the strawberry topping was surprisingly sweet and fresh. The oat milk did not overpower the matcha taste. All of my friends were delightfully surprised with a fantastic matcha drink! Highly recommend and one of the best hidden gem matcha drink I’ve tried! Will be returning!“