Atlas Espresso Bar

Your new local in King West! Excellent hidden gem. Best caffeine source in the region, having tried them all. Low-​turnover staffing has lead to consistently friendly service that make an effort to get to know you after only a few visits. Their daily lunch specials are consistently creative, nutritious and well-​balanced. Considering the price point it’s the best lunch value in the otherwise expensive area. Discover some new music while you order!

What an adorable coffee shop. It’s small and doesn’t have a lot of seating but when I went to study, the barista let me pull up a stool to the pastry counter and I got to study right near the action hehe. the coffee is lovely and the snacks are good but the winner is the charm of the place. Hilarious Polaroids of coffee puns and fun messages, incredible art hung up for sale, and a cute rustic nook feel in such a dry area of town. Lovely to pass by and grab a latte, chat with the baristas and chill a bit. Would recommend for the coffee adventurer who loves visiting new spots :)

Great vibe and friendly owner. I ordered the americano with an almond croissant. The complimentary chocolate and jelly beans were a nice thought. The americano was piping hot. Almond croissant I wish I asked for it to be heated up. I would’ve preferred less powdered sugar in the croissant but if you’re into really sweet pastries, then this you’ll like. There’s a brunch menu which I like to try one day.
Loved the benches with blankets outside the café. I imagined coming here with my boyfriend enjoying our coffee on the benches while we sit with our dogs. Indoor seating is limited. There’s stools and bar tables but owner said people come and go fairly quickly so waiting for a seat is never too long.
Will definitely visit again!

Great little coffee shop! We stopped by for coffee, but finally decided to get the sunday brunch. A good homemade Egg BLT with salad and hashbrowns. They even set up a tv table for us outside so we could catch some sun while eating our brunch.

Passed by this place. The lady serving coffee is pleasant n friendly. Cappuccino was okay and I tried the tasty choc banana bread. Overall not a bad place to grab coffee on the go.

Small coffee shop with limited seating space. It was too hot for a coffee so I opted for an Iced Americano which was around $ 3. It’s fine if you’re on the go and looking for a decent coffee shop but I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re planning to hang out with friends.

Friendly service, complimentary little amaretti & chocolate covered espresso beans with my cappuccino, & good selection of juices, snacks etc. I was impressed they also sell candles, soap & lotion, all atlas branded & with coffee as an ingredient! A gem of an indie coffee shop!

Very nice espresso bar. They give you nice complimentary snacks and the staff is extremely helpful. I’ve never had espresso before and wanted to try it and the person behind the counter was nice, knowledgeable, and helpful through the process. The espresso was nice and strong, it had a nice sour note too it but also sweet especially when you put a sugar cube in it ! Really nice and cute spot.

The nicest service ever. On a trip from NYC, on my way back to the airport, in the pouring rain with no umbrella, I followed my compass toward Atlas. The owner (so sorry I forgot your name!) whipped up a hearty pasta lunch, great coffee, and we had a nice chat about Toronto and NYC. I spent my last Canadian currency here and when it was $ 1.75 short, she said it was fine and just to pay it forward! And also found an umbrella that someone left behind that I could use. Canadians are so nice! I wish Atlas could bottle that friendliness up and distribute it around the world.

Mmmm the americano is so smooth! Makes me wish i got the large size. There isn’t a whole lot of seating, likely more grab n go, but i was thoroughly impressed with the red curry sole that was cooking in the background — just my luck today’s lunch special! The barista/​chef was also super friendly!

I usually come here for an americano or latte when I’m in the area. Their americanos are decent and always piping hot. I also recommend trying their almond croissants, they are sweet and buttery. Although I’ve never tried their breakfast/​brunch options before, they do offer more than just coffee and pastries for those who are looking for a weekend brunch.
The owner is very friendly and makes an effort to chat with all the patrons, which is always nice!

I was hoping to find a place to work with great coffee. I understand some places do not have working room and I am fine with it but you don’t have to be rude about it. The moment I walked in and looked around the staff asked if I was looking for a place to work I just frankly answer yes. He waved me out and yelled «UH UH I don’t want that here.»
Attitude can turn a lot of people away from your shop forever.

Delicious coffee and great service. Love their cortados. The owners here are really friendly and have made the place really inviting and conducive to neighbourly conversation!

Such a nice surprise walking along front w here. An Indy coffee shop w super chill owners and wonderful conversation. Such a gem in such a residential, business minded neighbourhood. It really is a breath of fresh air. Very intimate, get pricing for quality products and service. A must see when in the neighbourhood. Will return!

Had a really amazing Beef stew, which was the special of the day. I was really impressed by the heartiness of it. It tasted like a winter Sunday afternoon après ski.
Everyone is super friendly :)

This coffee shop is tiny with bar tables and orange stools, it wasn’t as inviting as I intended but I read some good reviews before coming here. The gentlemen who worked here was enthusiastic and friendly. He welcomed us as soon as we walked in on a cold winter afternoon and asked what we would like. I decided to try their cappuccino and was interested in trying their daily special which was a Beef Brisket Sandwich but they were sold out for the day. The cappuccino was smaller than I expected but it was delicious, nonetheless. The barista that made my cappuccino even topped it off with a lovely coffee design. I will definitely come back and visit but next time, I will try to come earlier in the day to try their pastries and enjoy another hand-​crafted coffee.

The owner is very friendly & they have the most delicious brownies I’ve ever had. This place is amazing.

Great espresso and extremely friendly and welcoming hosts. There isn’t much else around here but the addition of Atlas and the new Fort York branch of the library just over the bridge are beginning to make the neighbourhood feel more friendly. Coffee is served with small complimentary cookie and chocolates. Highly recommended.

Nope, no coffee for me. Freshly squeezed OJ sure hit the spot on a warm day.
Folks here are very easy to talk to so I felt very welcomed.
Bar and stool seating is available.
Nice neighbourhood coffee joint.

I like!
Just noticed this place the other day, located on the quiet, unassuming strip of Front St. between Portland and Bathurst. If you’re familiar with the area, there’s really nothing right there, especially food wise so this is a welcome addition.
It’s a relatively small shop but still has some room for seating inside, mostly bar seats. There are wooden benches outside to enjoy your espresso beverage as well. They have a small countertop pastry selection with gluten free options, and a limited sandwich menu. They also offer single serve bottled juices.
The barista was friendly and welcoming and I ordered a small americano ($ 2.75) which was served with some complimentary treats: 2 little chocolates and a small cookie, nice touch.
This place is fairly new and has been open for about 2 months so may have yet to gain a cult following but so far it seems like a great little spot. If you know the Cityplace neighbourhood just across the footbridge you’ll know that the neighbourhood is in serious need of some good coffee and luckily this is now a short walk away.
My encounter at Atlas Espresso Bar was brief but pleasant, and I definitely intend to come back for another caffeine fix.