Amazing prices on a wide selection of bakery goods. super fresh stuff too even when they're closing. definitely pick out a pie and some tarts!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcello Tomas
Coffee was good. Their Jamaican brownies was decent. Pretty good place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu Cake, Coffee and Cranberry Cakes
Meaghan
Nice looking bakery with plenty of sweets to choose from. The chocolate chip muffin looked especially appealing, but was unfortunately stale. The latte tasted like a regular coffee with a bit of milk added.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Deb Dobson
Prices are high - what can one do when it is the best.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Tim A.
Decent bakery/coffee shop in the heart of the Kingsway offering a wide assortment of baked goods and other lunch items. Pleasant staff.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrea H
I ordered 160 cookies for a party that I was hosting. I ordered 80 orange and cranberry shortbreads and 80 empire cookies. I got a call at 7:30 the morning of the event from the manager who told me that she could not fill my order because it needed to be placed 48 hours in advance and the person who took the order was a new staff as she did not know that. I had placed the order on Thursday morning before the event on Saturday. The manager said she would give me all the empire cookies but only 24 of the orange and cranberry cookies because that was all she had. The remainder of the shortbreads would have to be plain. Seeing that it was just hours before the event, I agreed with that solution and told her that I was very disappointed.I arrived at 11:30 to pick up my order and it was prebacked. I only received 8 of the orange cranberry shortbreads - not 24. To my surprise, there was a full tray of orange and cranberry shortbreads in the display case and the gentleman who served me told me that he had strict orders from the manager not to sell them to me, as they could not be left without cookies. There were other full and empty trays in the display case and people purchasing the last loaves of bread from the shelves. They were not stopped from buying those last loaves. I asked if I trade a few so I could put at least two at each table and he said no. I asked him to remove some plain ones and then I would get my daughter to buy the ones that I wanted and he said no - I am aware that you are going to do that. Even the shocked lady in line behind me offered to buy them for me. I asked for the manager and he said she was not there and then he finally traded 12 for me so I could a least put two on each plate.This is so disappointing. In a time when small businesses are suffering, I can't imagine not telling the truth about the cookies knowing that I would be there to pick them up and see them in the display case and then not selling something to someone "just because."
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Scott Chisholm
Family has been a longtime customer of HOB dating back to the late 50s at Cloverdale Mall. Been making our purchases at the Kingsway location since the mall location is closed. Recently we've had some bad experiences with the freshness of the products. Brought this to the attention of the location manager. I was informed the baked goods are available for 5 days at full price then removed from the shelves. I also learned there's no actual control of days baked other than "ask for goods from the bottom shelf as they're the freshest"! Yesterday was in another local bakery and they had "day old 50% off shelf". Our preference is to buy FRESH and if one pays for fresh baked goods one should get fresh baked goods! Further questiond the quality and was informed of their struggles to keep bakers employed and the constant turn over is related to la k of experience associated to same.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Jeffrey Corbettis
Empire cookies seem to be less and less icing these days :(
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Terri-Ann Gordon
Delicious food and good customer service.
Sam Goodwin
Very good. Chiffon cake is worth it. And Empire cookies. Hard to beat.
This used to be a great place to eat and hang out for a coffee and snack before the management (or the owner?) changed.The service is not good anymore, which makes it less enjoyable. I buy what I need and I leave right away.Basic training in common courtesy would help the employees to interact with your customers.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Cheryl Munro
Love their pot pies the best. Cookies were good as well as their carrot cake slice.
Krystina Roman
Their chiffon cake is now a must have for my friends and family. Everyone is always impressed with this cake. They always have deals, delicious items for savoury and sweet but again try their chiffon cake.
Sorella Toronto
Stepping into Hot Oven Bakery on Bloor, I was greeted by the inviting aroma of freshly baked goods that promised a delightful culinary adventure. Eager to sample their offerings, I found myself drawn to the display of bread, anticipating a taste experience that would tantalize my taste buds and leave a lasting impression.However, as I indulged in a selection of their bread, I couldn't help but feel a sense of disappointment wash over me. The bread, while undeniably fresh and of good quality, lacked the excitement and distinctiveness I had hoped for. Each bite felt mundane and unremarkable, failing to deliver the flavor journey I had envisioned.The absence of a unique and memorable experience with their bread left me with a lingering sense of dissatisfaction. It became apparent that Hot Oven Bakery's bread offerings, while functional and well-crafted, lacked the creativity and innovation that elevate a simple staple into a remarkable delight. The lack of exciting flavors, textures, or twists left me yearning for a more engaging and inspiring encounter.In the world of culinary exploration, even the most basic elements can contribute significantly to the overall experience. The bread at Hot Oven Bakery, while technically proficient, failed to make its mark and left me with a desire for more. As I exited the bakery, I couldn't help but reflect on the missed opportunity for a truly exceptional bread encounter that would have added depth and dimension to the overall dining adventure.In hindsight, my experience at Hot Oven Bakery on Bloor highlighted the importance of infusing creativity and a sense of adventure into even the simplest culinary offerings. While the bread may have fallen short in delivering an unforgettable experience, it served as a reminder of the potential that lies within every element of a meal to elevate and enhance the overall dining journey.
Amazing prices on a wide selection of bakery goods. super fresh stuff too even when they're closing. definitely pick out a pie and some tarts!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coffee was good. Their Jamaican brownies was decent. Pretty good place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu Cake, Coffee and Cranberry Cakes
Nice looking bakery with plenty of sweets to choose from. The chocolate chip muffin looked especially appealing, but was unfortunately stale. The latte tasted like a regular coffee with a bit of milk added.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Prices are high - what can one do when it is the best.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Decent bakery/coffee shop in the heart of the Kingsway offering a wide assortment of baked goods and other lunch items. Pleasant staff.
Food: 5
Service: 5
I ordered 160 cookies for a party that I was hosting. I ordered 80 orange and cranberry shortbreads and 80 empire cookies. I got a call at 7:30 the morning of the event from the manager who told me that she could not fill my order because it needed to be placed 48 hours in advance and the person who took the order was a new staff as she did not know that. I had placed the order on Thursday morning before the event on Saturday. The manager said she would give me all the empire cookies but only 24 of the orange and cranberry cookies because that was all she had. The remainder of the shortbreads would have to be plain. Seeing that it was just hours before the event, I agreed with that solution and told her that I was very disappointed.I arrived at 11:30 to pick up my order and it was prebacked. I only received 8 of the orange cranberry shortbreads - not 24. To my surprise, there was a full tray of orange and cranberry shortbreads in the display case and the gentleman who served me told me that he had strict orders from the manager not to sell them to me, as they could not be left without cookies. There were other full and empty trays in the display case and people purchasing the last loaves of bread from the shelves. They were not stopped from buying those last loaves. I asked if I trade a few so I could put at least two at each table and he said no. I asked him to remove some plain ones and then I would get my daughter to buy the ones that I wanted and he said no - I am aware that you are going to do that. Even the shocked lady in line behind me offered to buy them for me. I asked for the manager and he said she was not there and then he finally traded 12 for me so I could a least put two on each plate.This is so disappointing. In a time when small businesses are suffering, I can't imagine not telling the truth about the cookies knowing that I would be there to pick them up and see them in the display case and then not selling something to someone "just because."
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Family has been a longtime customer of HOB dating back to the late 50s at Cloverdale Mall. Been making our purchases at the Kingsway location since the mall location is closed. Recently we've had some bad experiences with the freshness of the products. Brought this to the attention of the location manager. I was informed the baked goods are available for 5 days at full price then removed from the shelves. I also learned there's no actual control of days baked other than "ask for goods from the bottom shelf as they're the freshest"! Yesterday was in another local bakery and they had "day old 50% off shelf". Our preference is to buy FRESH and if one pays for fresh baked goods one should get fresh baked goods! Further questiond the quality and was informed of their struggles to keep bakers employed and the constant turn over is related to la k of experience associated to same.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Empire cookies seem to be less and less icing these days :(
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Delicious food and good customer service.
Very good. Chiffon cake is worth it. And Empire cookies. Hard to beat.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Orange Chiffon Cakes
Restaurantji Recommends
They bake the best bread and hamburger buns and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fresh-Baked Pies, Orange Chiffon Cakes
This used to be a great place to eat and hang out for a coffee and snack before the management (or the owner?) changed.The service is not good anymore, which makes it less enjoyable. I buy what I need and I leave right away.Basic training in common courtesy would help the employees to interact with your customers.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Love their pot pies the best. Cookies were good as well as their carrot cake slice.
Their chiffon cake is now a must have for my friends and family. Everyone is always impressed with this cake. They always have deals, delicious items for savoury and sweet but again try their chiffon cake.
Stepping into Hot Oven Bakery on Bloor, I was greeted by the inviting aroma of freshly baked goods that promised a delightful culinary adventure. Eager to sample their offerings, I found myself drawn to the display of bread, anticipating a taste experience that would tantalize my taste buds and leave a lasting impression.However, as I indulged in a selection of their bread, I couldn't help but feel a sense of disappointment wash over me. The bread, while undeniably fresh and of good quality, lacked the excitement and distinctiveness I had hoped for. Each bite felt mundane and unremarkable, failing to deliver the flavor journey I had envisioned.The absence of a unique and memorable experience with their bread left me with a lingering sense of dissatisfaction. It became apparent that Hot Oven Bakery's bread offerings, while functional and well-crafted, lacked the creativity and innovation that elevate a simple staple into a remarkable delight. The lack of exciting flavors, textures, or twists left me yearning for a more engaging and inspiring encounter.In the world of culinary exploration, even the most basic elements can contribute significantly to the overall experience. The bread at Hot Oven Bakery, while technically proficient, failed to make its mark and left me with a desire for more. As I exited the bakery, I couldn't help but reflect on the missed opportunity for a truly exceptional bread encounter that would have added depth and dimension to the overall dining adventure.In hindsight, my experience at Hot Oven Bakery on Bloor highlighted the importance of infusing creativity and a sense of adventure into even the simplest culinary offerings. While the bread may have fallen short in delivering an unforgettable experience, it served as a reminder of the potential that lies within every element of a meal to elevate and enhance the overall dining journey.