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Indies Coffeeshops I been to in GTA!

 1. Sense Appeal Coffee Roasters

96 Spadina Ave
Toronto, ON M5V 2J6
(416) 907-8524

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  4/6/2011

As usual, I walked right passed Sense Appeal Coffee Roasters... before I realized my mistake... The entrance is like a business building lobby... yes it is really a business building lobby with bicycle couriers constantly walking in and out!!

The…More »

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 2. Seven Grams

131 Avenue Rd
Toronto, ON M5R 2H7
(647) 351-1317

Category: Coffee & Tea

5.0 star rating
  6/29/2011

Me Walking down Avenue Road heading towards Starsbuck .. No idea what Seven Grams is... Looks like one of those chic expensive designer furniture store when I looked through the window.. Then I saw ESPRESSO... I ran in so fast!! Bye Bye Starsbuck!

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 3. Baristar

7330 Yonge St
Thornhill, ON L3T 1R1

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  7/3/2011 First to Review

A bunny?? I got a bunny as latte art today at Baristar.

Baristar is an espresso bar in the same strip mall plaza as Sariwon. Not surprising this place is kind of Asian, kind of cute, kind of girly... but in a good way.

Everything is organized, nice…More »

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 4. Better Coffee Company and Tea Emporium

126 Tower Hill Rd
Richmond Hill, ON L4E 4L9
(905) 783-5469

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  5/11/2011 First to Review

You know people living up in the Suburbs need good coffee and espresso beverages! We are so sick and tired going to Starbucks, Second Cups or Tim Hortons....

Thanks Better Coffee Company and Tea Emporium for opening up at Richmond Hill, where Chain…More »

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 5. Birds And Beans Cafe

2413 Lake Shore Blvd W
Etobicoke, ON M8V 1C5
(416) 913-9221

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Internet Cafes, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Etobicoke

4.0 star rating
  7/16/2011

I feel like I am in a LOVE fest when I hanging and enjoying my Americano at Birds and Beans Cafe.

Here all the coffees are organic, shade grown, fairly traded. Their house coffee is certified Organic-Bird Friendly. The Harmony Organic Milk uses to…More »

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 6. Bisogno Espresso Bar

61 Sherbourne St
Toronto, ON M5A 2P8
(416) 301-7633

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Corktown

4.0 star rating
  Update - 9/18/2011

Thanks Bisogno Espresso Bar for being in the Indie Coffee Passport for 2011 again!!

Still as good as my last visit! Oh, might be better, because I got a biscotti with my cappuccino??!!! A treat!

These place just have this friendly vibe! Everyone were…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    10/28/2010

    You know you at an Excellent Coffee bar when you greeted with this nice barista with such enthuiasm.… Read more »

 7. Broadview Espresso

817 Broadview Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 2P9
(416) 553-3833

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  5/18/2012

Sometimes I go to coffee shop just to chill and enjoy a cup of coffee...

Broadview Espresso will be perfect as you won't see an ocean of laptop or people stays here for hours just watching youtube.

Nice, quiet and cozy... Love the west facing windows…More »

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 8. Caffe Costadoro - CLOSED

505 7 Hwy,
Richmond Hill, ON L3T 7P6
(905) 707-5465
4.0 star rating
  10/14/2010

I love the atmosphere and the vibe at Caffe Costadoro!

Love the comfy sofa, relax atmosphere, the deco... OK I love to see all these distinguished looking mature gents in their Italian leather shoes, tailored jackets and their charming smiles...

It…More »

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 9. Cafe Moka

289 Kingston Rd E
Ajax, ON L1Z 1C4
(905) 239-4111
4.0 star rating
  6/24/2011 First to Review

I am easy.... easy to please??

Cafe Moka is a solid cafe for me to chill...

Friendly and Nice Owner - Check
Free Wifi - Check
Organic Coffee - Check
Great Selection of Loose Leaf Tea - Check
Choices of Made to Order Sandwich - Check
Comfy and Laid…More »

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 10. Cafe Novo

1986 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M6P 3K9
(647) 350-3538

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Cafes

Neighbourhood: High Park

4.0 star rating
  Update - 10/5/2011

Thanks for Indie Coffee Passport!! I really enjoy my visit to Cafe Novo.

Last time when I was here, it was so cold....... and I didn't realize how nice and big the patio is!!!!

And not only how spacious the patio is, it is also 'Dog Friendly"!!! Great…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    12/22/2010

    Love the location of Cafe Novo... a short and delightful walk from High Park Station... and what's… Read more »

 11. Café Pamenar

307 Augusta Ave
Toronto, ON M5T 2M2
(647) 352-3627

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Kensington Market

4.0 star rating
  4/9/2011

Thanks for Dishan for suggesting Cafe Pamenar as one of our Koffee Krawl stops for this beautiful sunny Sunday!!

The space... just love the space... a bar like vibe... in fact, Cafe Pamenar is really trying to get a license to sell alcohol.... so it…More »

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 12. Capital Espresso

1349 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M6K 2S1

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Parkdale

4.0 star rating
  5/16/2012

Huge Storefront Window overlooking Queen West....

Sunny and Warm Sunday Afternoon...

A well made Americano ($2.75) in a mug is all I need...

And an electric outlet right under my seat with Free Wifi..

Capital Espresso has all the elements that makes me a…More »

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 13. Crafted by Te Aro

135 Ossington Ave
Toronto, ON M6J 2Z6

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Ossington Strip, Trinity Bellwoods

4.0 star rating
  12/30/2010

After having a Cappuccino at I Deal Coffee across the street which was an disappointing experience, Crafted by Te Aro is really heaven in comparison.

OK, Crafted definitely worth its 4 star!!

Though we popped 15 minute before closing time and…More »

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 14. Dark Horse Espresso

215 Spadina Ave
Toronto, ON M5T 2C7
(416) 979-1200

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Chinatown, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  5/8/2011

When I stepped in this Dark Horse Espresso, I felt like I just transfer to somewhere else.... I did walk pass numerous Chinese/Vietnamese restaurants, supermarkets.. and elbowed myself through crowds of Chinese shoppers on the Spadina..and Dark Horse…More »

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 15. Dark Horse Espresso Bar

684 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M6J
(647) 352-3512

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods

4.0 star rating
  4/9/2011

Dark Horse Espresso is the busiest stops for our Koffee Krawl.. Buzzing with energy and activities!!

People! Beautiful interesting People! (Does that includes us Yelpers? Or Vivek's "just get out of bed" sexy look?)

Not easy to try hoarding some…More »

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 16. Ezra's Pound

913 Dundas St W
Toronto, ON M6J
(647) 346-8448

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Trinity Bellwoods

4.0 star rating
  8/23/2011

I was dripping in sweat while I enjoying my Cappuccino inside Ezra's Pound.... I should have just stay on the patio.. their patio is quite lovely!

I have no idea that I am at Ezra's Pound as all I saw was sign of some Espresso Institute...

All I care…More »

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 17. Full of Beans Coffee House & Roastery

1348 Dundas St W
Toronto, ON M6J 1Y3
(647) 347-4161

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Dufferin Grove, Little Portugal, Beaconsfield Village

4.0 star rating
  2/8/2012

3.5 star

Sometimes people come to hang out at coffeeshops for various different reasons.

For me not only because of the drinks, it is the vibe, the atmosphere and all these makes a good and enjoyable experience.

Indie Coffee Passport was welcomed with a…More »

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 18. Golden Mint Coffee & Tea Company

439 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M5B 1T3
(416) 593-8800

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  9/16/2011

I now know why there are no photos of the interior of Golden Mint Coffee & Tea Company. All the photos I saw are taken from a distance... a far far distance....

Yes I got in trouble when I tried to take my first photo inside, and the barista told me…More »

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 19. Green Bean Roasting Co

210 Lakeshore Rd E
Oakville, ON L6J 1H8
(905) 844-1286

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  10/21/2010

3 star for Cafe Latte
4 star for Environment
4 star for Service

I wish I have a coffee shop like The Green Bean near where I live/hangout/work!

What is better than
sitting on the outside patio in a nice sunny autumn day?
in a nice cushioned wicker chair?
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 20. Little Nicky's Coffee

375 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M5V 2A5
(416) 260-0500

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  4/26/2011

My visit to Little Nicky's Coffee was the result of one of those random unplanned walks I took while I wander aimlessly around downtown core walking to my yoga class.

I know it sounded strange.. I need my espresso beverage fix before my class... I…More »

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 21. Manic Coffee

426 College St
Toronto, ON M5T 1T3
(416) 966-3888

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Kensington Market

4.0 star rating
  2/26/2011

Manic Coffee is nice and calm 20 minute before closing... I can sit anywhere I like.. No crowds.. and I have the full attention of the 2 nice baristas who advice me I have only 20 minute to drink my coffee... that's more enough time!

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 22. Merchants of Green Coffee

2 Matilda St
Toronto, ON M4M 1L9
(416) 778-6600

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Riverdale

4.0 star rating
  2/26/2011

Thanks for Indie Coffee Passport, if not I would probably never venture in Merchants of Green Coffee.

The deco here is so rustic... like a country cottage. Love the wooden beams and the worn out wooden floorings... A lot of seating choices: either on…More »

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 23. Moonbean Coffee

30 St Andrew St
Toronto, ON M5T 1K6
(416) 595-0327

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Kensington Market

4.0 star rating
  9/21/2010

Moonbean is a nice little coffee place.

Love everything here!

Great Tea selections: where you actually you can cross examine what inside each kind of tea, open the jar to smell it and decide if you like it then take it to the counter where they will…More »

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 24. Noir Coffee & Tea

701 St Clair Ave W
Toronto, ON M6C 1B2
(416) 651-8302

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Wychwood

4.0 star rating
  9/21/2010

Noir Coffee and Tea is really my kind of coffee shop! It really have a spa like feel to it and fits well with the Japanese deco.

Everywhere is so clean here... even the washrooms!!  The washroom here for sure will be voted one of the best washroom…More »

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 25. R Squared Cafe

668 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M6J 1E5
(647) 344-8558

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Niagara, West Queen West, Trinity Bellwoods

4.0 star rating
  10/5/2011

Love those South Facing floor to ceiling windows opening up to Queen Street, especially on a nice, gorgeous Sunday afternoon.

R Squared Cafe is bright, clean and full of energy! Barista was so excited to see me using my Indie Coffee Passport.

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 26. Red Bulb Espresso Bar

6148 Main St
Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A 1A6
(905) 591-2054

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  12/30/2010

I have been searching for independent Espresso bar or Coffeehouse in the Markham area and with no success.... All Markham has are Starbucks and Second Cup.. oh and God forbidden those Tim Hortons popping up everywhere!

Red Bulb Espresso Bar though…More »

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 27. Red Rocket Coffee

154 Wellesley Street
Toronto, ON M7A 1A5
(416) 640-1355

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  2/18/2011

Red Rocket Coffee is kind of out of the way, in the middle of nowhere... no where in the sense that there is no other business around only an old age home... some apartments.. oh yes St James Town...

There are hardly any seatings in the Cafe... 3…More »

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 28. Rooster Coffee House

479 Broadview Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 2N4
(416) 995-1530

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Riverdale

4.0 star rating
  2/28/2011

Rooster Coffee House is one of my favourite Indie Coffee Passport stop!

Maybe just walking along Riverdale Park breathing in the fresh air on this late Sunday afternoon just put me in that good and ready to chill mood? I know I will love Rooster even…More »

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 29. Sam James Coffee Bar

297 Harbord St
Toronto, ON M6G 1G7
(647) 341-2572

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Palmerston, Bickford Park

4.0 star rating
  4/7/2011

Sam James Coffee Bar is awesome! A great first stop to start off our Koffee Krawl!

Since most of our RSVPed Yelpers decided to slept in.. only 5 of us travelling all the way from uptown made it to this first stop. SJCB though small and have limited…More »

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 30. Sam James Coffee Pocket

688 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M6G 1L2
(647) 341-2572

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Koreatown, Palmerston, Bickford Park, Seaton Village

4.0 star rating
  5/6/2011

As usual, I almost walked right pass Sam James Coffee Pocket without realizing!!

Cute little takeout place and serving awesome Cappuccino ($2.62) at a good price!

Lovely latte art! Rich and Smooth taste!

I love Sam James!

Come here for their espresso…More »

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 31. Tango Palace Coffee Company

1156 Queen St E
Toronto, ON M4M 1L2
(416) 465-8085

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches

Neighbourhood: Leslieville

4.0 star rating
  9/16/2010

I wish there are more charming and individual coffee places like Tango Palace Coffee Company near where I live or work!!

I really love the dark and cozy interior.. and the little worn and comfy airmchairs.

What's better than hanging out with friends…More »

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 32. Te Aro

983 Queen St E
Toronto, ON M4M 1K2
(416) 465-2006

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Leslieville

4.0 star rating
  10/5/2010

I really enjoy the atmosphere and the vibe at Te Aro.

The inside is perfectly lit with warm and inviting lighting... It have to be one of the most quiet coffee place I been to, seems like everyone are whisphering in here... I love that communal table…More »

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 33. The Good Neighbour Espresso Bar

238 Annette St
Toronto, ON M6P 1R1

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: The Junction

4.0 star rating
  10/11/2011

I love The Good Neighbour Espresso Bar the minute I stepped inside!!

Where should I sit?? By the big floor to ceiling window?? Or at the Communal table logging on to Yelp? Or at the individual tables enjoying my privacy? or better yet those comfy…More »

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 34. The Mad Bean

519 Eglinton Avenue W
Toronto, ON M5N 1B1
(647) 235-2456

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  4/1/2011

Second Cup?
Starbucks?
The Mad Bean? YES I will go to The Mad Bean any day! (unfortunately they do close early!)

Nice Barista made my Cappuncino for me.. while I used the nice and clean washroom!

All the seats were taken aside from the student desks (I…More »

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 35. The One in the Only

966 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4J 1L9
(416) 463-3249

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: The Danforth

4.0 star rating
  3/23/2011

I did not pick The One in the Only on purpose to be my last stop for my Indie Coffee Passport run, but it just happened and I am glad that my Passport experience ended in a high note!

The mismatch furnitures and the disco ball surprising goes well…More »

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 36. Toronto Coffee Company

685 Lansdowne Ave
Toronto, ON M6H 3Y9
(416) 538-2888

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhoods: Bloordale Village, Wallace Emerson

4.0 star rating
  11/10/2011

Toronto Coffee Company is a nice addition to the Bloordale neighbourhood.  

Great location, right at the subway station. Though no permanent  store sign upfront yet, but it is hard to miss, at least during the day!

The vibe is quite mellow here....…More »

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 37. Wibke's Espresso Bar

2465 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M6S 1P7
(416) 766-1210

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Swansea

4.0 star rating
  10/21/2011

3.5 Star

Wibke's Espresso Bar is conveniently located near Jane Subway Station and Moksha Yoga Bloor St West...

Nice cute cafe. When I walked in I just feel like it is just so white..... pine tables, white chairs, white walls.. Wibke reminds me of…More »

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 38. Zaza Espresso Bar

75 Yorkville Ave
Toronto, ON M5R 1B8
(416) 823-4719

Category: Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Yorkville

4.0 star rating
  7/16/2011

Sipping Cappuccino on a hot humid Summer evening at Zaza reminds me of my trip to the Southern part of Italy:

- Italian men talking to each other loudly
- Men kissing each other on the cheek and hugging like they have not seen each other for ages
-…More »

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 39. Zona Caffe

9401 Jane St
Vaughan, ON L6A 4H7
(905) 303-1331

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Italian

4.0 star rating
  2/17/2011

All these pretentious trendy cafes in the GTA... you know what's your problem? We people just want to have a good decent cappuccino at a reasonable price!! And please serve that in a cup.. a real cup!!

Zona Caffe serves their beverages the way that…More »

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 40. Balzac's Coffee Roastery

55 Mill St
Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
(416) 207-1709

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Venues & Event Spaces

Neighbourhoods: Distillery District, West Don Lands

3.0 star rating
  12/9/2010

Balzac's Coffee Roastery yes is oh so neat!

I was so in awe when I see that huge chandelier right when I step inside the shop... (Phantom of the Opera Style! :P) Hey I even have the urge to just jump and swing on that! (Must me from the sugar…More »

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