Cafes in Toronto are spots you need to identify in every neighbourhood, just in case that urge for caffeination hits you unexpectedly. Even if you don’t drink caffeine, cafes are some of the best spots in the city to snap a pic for your next photo dump or catch up on your book.<\/p>\n
Though it’s very much normal, and indeed encouraged,\u00a0to develop an undying loyalty to your local cafe and its baristas, the city yields so many new spots every few months that it’s only fair to branch out and try something new.<\/p>\n
In recent months, the city has seen a particularly impressive lineup of new spots, like a vintage-inspired coffee shop\u00a0with\u00a0an indoor fountain and a reservations-only, eight-seat coffee experience that any self-respecting caffeine fiend ought to explore.<\/p>\n
Here are five new cafes in Toronto that you need to try at least once.<\/p>\n
Cafe Russo<\/a><\/p>\n Specialty coffee, ceremonial grade matcha and a non-stop vinyl soundtrack are all on the menu at this groovy new cafe and listening lounge on Roncesvalles Avenue.<\/p>\n The funky, sunlit room is adorned in a mix of minimal and mid-century modern furniture, and a similar juxtaposition can be found in the cafe’s menu, where simple staples like cold brew and drip coffee meet more playful options like a whipped maple sea salt latte.<\/p>\n Botanic Coffee & Caphe<\/a><\/p>\n If you think that the appeal ends with the interiors at this almost unbelievably whimsical Queen West coffee shop, think again.<\/p>\n Betwixt the indoor fountain, overfilled bookcases and wall of vinyl records, you’ll find equally imaginative drinks and treats, like a lychee rose matcha latte, a coco matcha cloud and an impressive lineup of affogatos.<\/p>\n Plush Cafe and Bar<\/a><\/p>\n This West Queen West cafe, situated right across the street from Trinity Bellwoods Park, lives three different lives over the course of the average day.<\/p>\n At the front, a quick-service cafe counter serves a colourful collection of coffee- and matcha-based beverages, like the sweet and floral lavender matcha latte, while the back space alternates between brunch and bar service depending on the time of day.<\/p>\n