The Strong One

That spaghetti muffin was amazing, just cheesy pasta goodness in the form of a muffin. It also got everyone in my office in getting one of their own because it’s super cool looking. I would highly recommend it!

This place is great! I’ve had the distinct pleasure of trying almost everything on the menu and in all honesty, without exception (except for maybe a roast beef sandwich I had once that I think had horseradish or something on it which I don’t like anyways but I don’t even think is on the menu anymore holy run on sentence), it’s all been fantastic. Anywhere that does this much in-​house with as much variety, attention to detail, and obvious happiness as this place deserves many successes. Standouts for me include the tuna sandwich on the cheddar biscuit and the ridiculously indulgent but worth it apple chai cake with a mountain of icing. I’m a black coffee kind of guy through and through so I can’t vouch for the other drinks but given the aforementioned attention to detail on everything else I can’t imagine they’re slacking in that department. Friendly vibe, comfortable to hang out in (the array of pillows in the front window is very, very pleasant haha), and delicious — the Market was sorely lacking a spot like this one.

Nice little corner café adjacent to Toronto Western Hospital Emergency entrance at Dundas and Bathurst. It’s easy to miss except for the sidewalk signs grabbing my attention.
It’s a sister store to Empire Espresso on College St. which has has quite a success attracting coffee fanatics from everywhere.
The quality of coffee and baking is top notch and made in house commanding a premium price so if you want low cost there are a couple Timmys nearby. I paid $ 7.50 for a large drip coffee and a cinnamon bun. They were both great though with the bun being rich and melt in your mouth delicious. Yummy!
There’s a spacious patio out front and a nice bright space inside to sit and ponder life in a quiet neighbourhood. Worth seeking out if you’re nearby.