Boxcar Social Laneway

Great vibes. Tucked away in a laneway it looks very non descript on the outside, but on the inside it's very cozy.

Ordered a cortado and chocolate croissant. Cortado was great. Croissant was okay.

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.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is a hidden café tucked away down an alley, and that’s a big part of its appeal. When you first walk in, it looks small — but then you realize there’s so much more space. The café stretches almost the entire length of the alley you just walked down from the street, and it’s usually packed. There’s definitely something about hidden coffee shops in Toronto that people love — it feels like you’re part of a secret, in-the-know club.

The food menu is extensive, offering everything from fresh pastries and spreads to sandwiches and light bites, making it a great option whether you’re stopping by for coffee or something more substantial. If you’re searching for a Toronto café with food options, this one delivers variety.

The coffee quality is solid, though the pricing is slightly higher than average. A basic americano or espresso is $5, compared to the more typical $3.75–$4 at other cafés in the city. They mentioned that drip coffee will be available soon, which should appeal to regular coffee drinkers looking for a more affordable option.

The overall vibe skews young, energetic, and social. This is not a quiet café to unwind with a book. it’s lively, buzzy, and very much a social coffee spot. If you enjoy people-watching, conversation, and being part of a crowd, this place will feel right at home.

If you’re into trendy hidden cafés, alleyway coffee shops, or discovering cool Toronto coffee spots off the beaten path, this one is worth seeking out — just don’t expect much peace and quiet.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

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Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Only complaint is they have sandwich boards directing people to the location

a little hidden location but inside is so stylish and cozy! i got a bagel with garlic and herbs spread it was really really good and my americano was good too. very nice ambiance and vibes, if i didnt live so far i would come back very often!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

An actual “hidden” gem. Recently expanded their space twice.

Atmosphere: 5

They really got a good wine selection here

Fun coffee shop!

Overpriced for average coffee. You’re paying for the attitude from the baristas

I’ve been on the cafe hunt for years now, and I think I found my favourite.

This has it all; immaculate vibes across three seating areas for socializing or diving into a book, unreal oat cortados; and friendly professional staff.

I love this spot. Might be the ideal happy place for those seeking peace.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The cafe felt very cozy, they clearly spent a lot of effort into cultivating a relaxing vibe while you sip your coffee. It looked tiny but was surprisingly huge, with plenty of comfortable seating in the back, lots of people were working on their laptops since they had good wifi too. The coffee was mid though, tasted quite bitter. The halloumi croissant was a miss too, the cheese tasted stale and it was slathered in butter.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 4

Such a vibe cafe. The space and location are prime. The coffee was meh but it really liked the ambiance. The place had a variety of seating options, you have wifi, and good music playing in the background.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Beautiful space, great coffee and music on vinyl. Amazing all around!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Quite possibly the coolest coffee shop I've ever been to, and I've been to quite a few. This place feels like a secret little speakeasy when you find it. It's tucked away in an alley, and is fairly inconspicuous, but it's such a vibe when you get inside. Super cozy space, record playing in the background, and some great food and coffee. Can't ask for much more than that.

The drink I got was great, and the food options they have are very unique and delicious. Can't recommend this place enough. You absolutely should go out of your way to experience it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5