10 Top Cafes In Toronto, Canada

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Celeste
Celeste 
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Welcome to Canada’s most populous metropolis of Toronto where you can zoom up CN Tower, shop designer boutiques, and dance the night away. From daring climbing adventures along CN Tower’s outer rim to relaxing Blue Jays baseball games, Toronto has it all. Join a sunset cruise to sail across pristine Lake Ontario while soaking in Toronto’s dazzling skyline. You can also wander over to a cafe for a steaming coffee after strolling through Kensington Market and Royal Ontario Museum. Check out the following list of the top cafes in Toronto, Canada, and enjoy a delightful time off in the city.

1. Jet Fuel Coffee Shop

Jet Fuel
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After visiting the iconic CN Tower, see Toronto’s other landmark destinations. Drop by one of Toronto’s oldest indie coffee shops to indulge in a fluffy pastry while sipping on a hand-crafted coffee. Although there is no menu, you can simply place your order with the barista and you will end up with a delicious caffeinated creation. With enough caffeine to keep you fuelled up for the rest of the day, you can easily conquer your sightseeing list. Don’t forget to pick up a bag of quality roast before leaving to help support the cycling dreams of Toronto’s young cyclists.

Jet Fuel Coffee Shop

Address: 519 Parliament Street, Toronto, ON M4X 1P3

Website: Jet Fuel Coffee Shop

Opening hours: 6am - 5pm (daily)

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2. Manic Coffee

Artistic Manic Café Latte
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While checking out Toronto’s noteworthy attractions, drop in for a creamy chai tea latte, frothy cappuccino, or espresso. Indulge in a freshly baked pastry while sipping on a foamy latte. With friendly staff and moderate prices, this brick-walled coffee shop is the place to savour a peaceful moment. While taking a break, take a moment to plan out your next moves on your action-packed itinerary. Don’t leave without a flaky croissant or berry oatmeal bar for a yummy pick-me-up as you continue exploring Toronto.

Manic Coffee

Address: 426 College Street, Toronto, ON M5T 1T3

Website: Manic Coffee

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7am - 7pm; Sat - Sun: 8am - 7pm

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3. Cafe Landwer

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This bustling cafe serves Turkish coffee, teas, flavourful macchiatos, foamy cappuccinos, and more. Swing by for a classic breakfast or lunch before heading to Toronto’s beautiful Lake Ontario shoreline. Fill up on a cheesy pasta, crisp salad, and espresso-infused macchiato before hitting the metropolitan’s downtown shopping district. Popular Cafe Landwer, with its yellow brick checkered floor, is packed full of patrons so plan accordingly. This innovative cafe also offers Middle Eastern and Italian delicacies, making for an excellent evening out.

Cafe Landwer

Address: 165 University Avenue, Toronto, ON M5H 3B8

Website: Cafe Landwer

Opening hours: 8am - 10pm (daily)

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4. Istanbul Café & Espresso Bar

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You will feel as though you’ve travelled to the exotic Middle East when you step into this Turkish coffeehouse. With eclectic decor and exposed brick walls, the ambience is cozy and warm. Line up for traditional Turkish delicacies or Western desserts to enjoy over your morning coffee break. You can also drop in for lunch and indulge in savoury specialties such as soup along with rich Arabica coffee creations. During the evening hours, the cafe turns into a lively bar where visitors can sip on designer cocktails.

Istanbul Café & Espresso Bar

Address: 174 Eglinton Avenue E, Toronto, ON M4P 1A6

Website: Istanbul Café & Espresso Bar

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 8am - 6pm; Sat - Sun: 9am - 6pm

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5. Pizza Rustica Restaurant & Bar

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While vacationing in Toronto, make sure to take in the mouthwatering cuisine featured at this classic pizzeria/restaurant. Pizza Rustica Restaurant & Bar is the perfect place to unwind with a tiramisu and cappuccino. With its grey hues, birch trees, and vibrant rainbow-striped booths, this Italian restaurant has a warm, rustic ambience. From piping paninis to Neapolitan pizzas, this Italian restaurant gives off a warm family-friendly vibe. Come by for a delicious dinner or delight in dessert and a caffeinated specialty after braving Toronto’s chilly winter weather.

Pizza Rustica Restaurant & Bar

Address: 37 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 9G9

Website: Pizza Rustica Restaurant & Bar

Opening hours: 11am - 4am (daily)

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6. FIKA Cafe

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While strolling through Kensington Market, hit up this cozy coffee shop for sticky cinnamon buns and their signature cardamom-spiced latte. With welcoming staff and moderate prices, this charming coffee shop is ideal for breakfast or a relaxing coffee break. Begin your sightseeing adventures with a cup of coffee and crispy bacon breakfast sandwich at FIKA Cafe. Serving up cold caffeinated drinks helps keep coffee lovers cool during the city’s well-known hot and humid summers. After exploring the historic mansion, Casa Loma, stop in for a rich lavender white hot chocolate and hazelnut brownie.

FIKA Cafe

Address: 28 Kensington Avenue, Toronto, ON M5T 2J9

Website: FIKA Cafe

Opening hours: Mon, Wed- Fri: 11am - 4pm; Sat - Sun: 11am - 6pm (closed on Tue)

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7. Fahrenheit Coffee

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Drop in at this delightful coffee shop serving up specialty coffees in three different locations throughout Toronto. Delight in freshly baked scones, muffins, or croissants while savouring a soothing matcha latte. After practising your slapshots at Hockey Hall of Fame, bring your family for some refreshing cold coffee favorites. For a truly unique experience, sign everyone up for an intimate barista class to learn the secrets behind crafting a flavourful velvety-smooth designer coffee.

Fahrenheit Coffee

Address: 120 Lombard Street, Toronto, ON M5C 3H5

Website: Fahrenheit Coffee

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7am - 6pm; Sat: 8am - 5pm; Sun: 9am - 3pm

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8. Cafe Pamenar

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During a thrilling time scoping out Toronto, hop over to this trendy hot spot to sip on their buzz-worthy coffees. Sample one of their popular caffeinated creations during a brief coffee break. Then purchase a cold coffee and bakery item for the road to keep you energized as you discover Toronto’s exciting attractions. After sailing across the harbour, stop in for a cocktail and charcuterie plate as you cheer on the Blue Jays baseball team. During evening hours, these coffee aficionados transform the rustic environment from a coffee spot to a hip bar.

Cafe Pamenar

Address: 307 Augusta Avenue, Toronto, ON M5T 2M2

Website: Cafe Pamenar

Opening hours: Mon: 8am - 8pm; Tue - Thu, Sun: 8am - 12am; Fri - Sat: 8am - 2am

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9. Te Aro

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


Venture over to this buzzy, coffee haven to try out their scintillating caffeine specialties. Chill out in the summer with a creamy fruit-filled specialty or an iced mocha. Grab your newspaper for a leisurely breakfast of yummy apricot cookies alongside a designer latte, tea, or cold brew. Enjoy sitting under lime green umbrellas with an iced coffee before wandering over to downtown’s Eaton Centre. Before departing, pick out bags of some of their choicest bean blends to brew at home.

Te Aro

Address: 983 Queen Street E, Toronto, ON M4M 1K2

Website: Te Aro

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7am - 5pm; Sat - Sun: 8am - 5pm

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10. Forget Me Not Cafe

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


Get your caffeine fix at Forget Me Not Cafe while pounding the constantly bustling streets of cosmopolitan Toronto. Sit down and savour every peaceful moment while sipping a luxurious espresso or tea blend. Choose some delicious goodies to accompany your velvety cold brew as you escape Toronto’s humid summers. With stuffed animals and cottage decor, visitors will experience a homey vibe while relaxing with their favourite sandwich and caffeinated treat.

Forget Me Not Cafe

Address: 506 Adelaide Street W, Toronto, ON M5V 1T5

Website: Forget Me Not Cafe

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7am - 7pm; Sat - Sun: 9am - 6pm

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Experience tranquility at Toronto's cafes

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Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Guillaume Speurt used under CC BY-SA 2.0

Discover Toronto’s astounding array of cafes while exploring the popular eastern Canadian metropolis. Between attractions, slink into a nearby cafe to experience tranquility while delighting in home-baked treats and steaming designer coffees. After checking out the city’s dazzling landmarks, visitors will desire to discover more of what this Lake Ontario gem has to offer.

Editor’s Note: Due to Covid-19, the business hours of the cafes may differ from the stated timings in this article. Please be sure to check the updated hours from the websites.

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Celeste is a writer based in British Columbia with a profound passion for travel and the exploration of new destinations. Her adventurous spirit leads her to engage in exciting activities during...Read more

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