Caffeine - Eatery & Espresso in North York

1448 Lawrence Ave E, North York, ON M4A 2W1, Canada

★★★★★
(573 reviews)
Categories: Cafe Coffee shop Salad shop Sandwich shop Snack bar Tea store Wi-Fi spot

About

Cafe that serves up made to order sandwiches, salads, organic & fair trade coffee and espresso based drinks. Store baked pastries, cold drinks, vegan soups are also on the menu. Cozy, friendly atmosphere.

Website
caffeinetoronto.com
Address
1448 Lawrence Ave E, North York, ON M4A 2W1, Canada
Plus Code
PMRP+X8 North York, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
7:30 AM–4 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM–4 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM–4 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM–4 PM
Friday
7:30 AM–4 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM–4 PM
Sunday
10 AM–2 PM

Services

Service options
Kerbside pickup No-contact delivery Delivery On-site services Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Great tea selection Live music
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee Organic dishes Prepared foods Vegan options Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast Brunch Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs
Parking
Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.8
★★★★★
573 reviews

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★★★★★
December 12, 2024

Absolutely delicious breakfast croissants . The smashed avocado is so creamy and the accompany matcha was light and refreshing. Clean friendly and welcoming place - best to start your day with !

★★★★★
December 10, 2024

Visited caffeine while in the area and I had to try their breakfast croissant due to the reviews. I'm a sucker for smoked so I tried the breakfast sandwich with eggs and house made salmon. The sandwich was warm and freshly made. Two eggs and a generous amount of flakey salmon that was deliciously smoked. What stands out here is the lack of salt that is typical for most lox/smoked Salmon. I also had a large cappuccino. The coffee was excellent and it's apparent that the quality of espresso is fitting for the name of the establishment. The cafe is cozy with plenty of seating.

★★★★
November 24, 2024

Discovered this by chance despite living in Scarborough for years. We grabbed an iced Canadian Maple latte and a pistachio mocha. Extremely flavourful drinks and I don’t know how my iced latte was ice-cold but there was no ice, lol it’s pretty amazing because it doesn’t water down your drink. The pistachio croissant and apple croissant were AMAZING. Love that their croissants are homemade. A bit pricey and kind of disappointed the server didn’t bring our attention to the points card before we paid :( but overall the experience in the cafe was great!

★★★★★
November 9, 2024

The salmon and egg croissant was amazing! A generous portion of house smoked salmon and egg with flavours that paired really well like the savouriness of the sumac yogurt along with a hint of sweetness and crunch in the red onions, all sandwiched between a croissant! 🤤 The lavender london fog was also quite good. Service was also great! I was able to order ahead and they kept my sandwich warm for me until I arrived. Staff were kind and welcoming. I'm excited to try their other drinks and baked goods in the future.

★★★★★
September 6, 2024

I ordered the avocado and egg on the 12 grain bun and added banana peppers to it I melted! The fact that the bread was sooooo fresh itself which made it more delicious to eat... Thank you And to whom answered the phone and took my order was so pleasant. 💙👍🏼 So I came back 3 days later and ordered the grilled cheese croissant and the side Greek salad and yet again it was amazing thank you so much.

★★★★★
July 29, 2024

I love this place. I come here after every doctors appointment. The food is nutritious the staff is extremely sweet and it really shows that they put their time into the presentation of their food. The place is always clean and relaxing. Highly recommend!!

★★★★★
March 24, 2024

Great for a quick bite and very friendly service! I tried the Pistachio Mocha for something different and it had a lovely delicate flavour, not overly sweet. Wide selection of drinks. The pastries are delicious. Several options to choose from in addition to amazing sandwiches and many vegetarian options! The very fresh chicken Caesar salad is packaged (dressing in container) so you could take it to go- and had a decent amount of chicken, crispy croutons and cheese. It was about $12 which is a good price. Everything very affordable for level of deliciousness. Support local business for a healthier and better quality lunch than you’d get at fast food place. There are tables which fit four people each, and then a bar with metal stools (no backs on them) sorta accessible just small. No patio. This is at the west end of a busy plaza.

★★★★★
February 15, 2024

Update: I liked their chicken egg sandwich. High quality overall but the portions are small. Bread can be more fresh or warmed up.

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

Absolutely an amazing place. Its hard to find a good spot where where every order is delicious, every drink is spot on, and the customer is the best. I always make sure to stop by whenever Im in the area. If youre thinking of coming, please do. You wont regret it. Keep up the great work guys. See you next time

★★★★★
December 21, 2024

This place is off the chain ! Wish I still lived closer.

★★★★★
December 20, 2024

Probably the best sandwich Ive had in a while (smoked salmon). Recommended dishes

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 8, 2024

Tried hot drinks. Pistachio latte and the candian maple

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Awesome spot. Had been going to the Starbucks in the plaza before discovering Caffeine and I regret not discovering it earlier. The protein and pesto breakfast sandwich is amazing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Fantastic coffee and eats in a nice spot, lots of seating, central location

October 22, 2024

Ultra-processed garbage. Cant be selling sandwiches like that in this day and age.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

My wife and myself came for the first time. The breakfast croissants and the hot Signature drinks were really enjoyable. Great way to start the day. Loved the ambience.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

This place is great, very friendly service, delicious food I got the pork sandwich, daily soup; lentil and Iced coffee so yummy! :) Would recommend and definitely going back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

I had a medium cappuccino. It was very well prepared. The coffee was a very good quality. The young lady there was very nice and answered all my questions. It seems they sell coffee bags but they were not on display. It would be nice if they had a coffee display with prices on them. Five stars no doubt.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Caffeine is so cute with incredible food. The soups, sandwiches, pastries, and drinks have all been fresh and tasty! The staff have all been pleasant and nice to talk to. This little gem has become an office favorite! 100% better than the Starbucks thats there.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Spent some time in this cafe, lovely. Ordered cold coffee around 4$. Nice place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Havent tried food yet, got a pistachio mocha. This was truly amazing, great service and cool guy all around. Prices are fair for the quality.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Avocado in a croissant !! Just wow

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Nice little spot for a coffee and light meal. Great to find something like this almost in Scarborough, where we are sorely lacking in similar cafes. The coffee was hot and fresh, the interior smelled of lovely baked goods. Friendly staff rounded out the enjoyable visit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Made random stop not knowing what to expect. We had great espresso, pistachio mocha, chocolate and almond croissants. Everything was fresh and delicious. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

This cafe is always fantastic. The food and drinks are SO delicious. We love it. I only wish they had a bigger location where they could have more dine-in space, maybe a patio, a small play area for kids. That would be a dream.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

A real gem! Great food, wonderful service.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Wonderful experience, great food, great customer service and atmosphere!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Loved their oatmeal cookies, l will try their latte next time

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Stopped by for a coffee and i was amazed! Great coffee, great service and amazing atmosphere! A hidden gem for sure!

July 22, 2024

Just paid more than 5$ for this tiny cup of coffee to only find out that it was only half way filled!!! Extremely disappointed! Edited: Taste was not good either! However, nice cafe and super friendly staff!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

amazing staff, super friendly and knowledgeable. I absolutely love the protein pesto and salmon egg croissant sandwiches, they are super fresh and delicious! the lemonades are also super refreshing and they have great flavour options. 10/10 recommend

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

The best food and the best customer service . It s a great cafe with amazing vegan options. It s also a great spot to just come and get food in a very clean and organized space.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Amazing place! Food and coffee are just perfect!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

The owner Justin strives for quality and comforting feeling for any type of guest to enjoy

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Wayyy better than the Starbucks across the street. My husband got a cinnamon latte. It was perfect I had a taste, you usually end up with a cup of sugar ans some coffee. This latte just had a hint sweetness so you could actually taste the coffee and cinnamon. My honey almond matcha was also absolutely delicious. Again not overly sweet. We will definitely be coming back. We didnt have any meals today but they had a lot of options and quite a few vegetarian options which is hard to find.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Decided to try this coffee shop instead of the Starbucks. I was not disappointed! The croissants were to die for and the coffee was delicious. I would recommend this place over Starbucks every time!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Caffeine Eatery in Scarborough is an absolute gem! Their chicken sandwiches are out of this world - juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. And dont even get me started on their coffee; its like a cup of pure bliss. The combination of fantastic food and mind-blowing coffee makes every visit an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

The best croissants I have ever tasted

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Another day, another coffee shop ! We picked up drinks before our stroll and I was hoping to sit in the shop. However, it was crammed inside, so we had to take our drinks to go. Service was quick and easy.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Great, friendly staff. Delicious, nutritious, and affordable food, in a casual setting.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Friendly and quick service! The tiramisu latte was delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

I absolutely love this coffee shop! The owner is amazing and always makes you feel right at home. The smoked salmon and egg croissant is simply the best its my go-to every time. And the coffee is delicious, always brewed to perfection. Highly recommend stopping by for a great experience!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Great place! Loved the protein banana smoothie

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

My go to place for a nice place to work before appointments. Super affordable and fair pricing on all their drinks and food items. Plus SO many vegetarian options. FOOD Their Protein & Pesto Croissant ($7.25) really hit the spot. I also tried their Grilled Cheese ($3.95) and it actually tastes fantastic. In terms of drinks, Ive tried their Canadian Maple Latte ($5.25 for a small) which wasnt too sweet - far prefer them over Starbucks. SERVICE The ladies are so lovely and so nice. I honestly would come back here just for their kind service. SPACE They also have strong free wifi and two tables as well as a bar-like seating. Plus theres plenty of parking. Would be lovely for a pick me up after a grocery run or running errands.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

The classic sandwich tastes sooooo goood, try it!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

This is my favourite cafe! Fantastic food, fun drinks, and friendly service. The owners are immensely passionate about their work and are always exploring food combinations that excite the palette. Caffeine also values high quality, ethically sourced materials which is a plus! Probably the best coffee beans I ve ever tried. I also love the well-lit environment and surrounding plants. Overall, great experience every time!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

I am kind of upset at myself for not discovering this little coffee shop sooner. Truly, I must have passed by a hundred times. Regardless, we now know its there and we are happy to have found it. We have ordered lattes and croissants. Delicious coffee and freshly baked croissants. Cant beat that. Definitely tastier than the mermaid logo. Their prices are great and the service was friendly. Cant wait to be back to try more things on their menu.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Amazing service and food. The staff is friendly and make you wanna come back. I will definitely come back. Thank you Justin and Sophia for the great service.

★★★
March 22, 2024

Friendly server, nice ambiance but I had ordered a white hot chocolate. It had zero taste, no foam or sweet taste at ALL like warm water only burnt marshmallow on top....and nutmeg sprinkled on top made it worse. It was $5 and change.. please please revise your recipe for White hot chocolate! Add a dollop of whip cream to! Makes all the difference.. sorry but it was really not a white hot chocolate at all.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Get alternative to going to a corporate coffee house ie Starbucks ! Gréât to grab coffee that is both delicious and ethical! The staff are so friendly. Grab a coffee while waiting for your DriveTeat and all!

★★★
February 22, 2024

Good place to takeout. Not for sitting inside, from time to time, a terrible smell of some food comes from the kitchen, making it impossible to stay inside.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Everything is always delicious and fresh. The owners are super friendly and personable. Its always a wonderful visit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Cute little cafe in Scarborough with very affordable selection on the menu (beverages, sandwiches, salads, pastries). Baked in house. Very welcoming of diverse people. Homey vibes. The space was redesigned during the pandemic. Vegetarian options: Yes. Veggie sandwich

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Great place with fresh bakes.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Staff is super friendly, food and coffee is great, starbucks wishes

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Customer service was amazing - very friendly and accommodating. I got the honey almond latte and loved it! Perfect level of sweetness and the barista really payed attention to detail in the presentation.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Stopped by because the reviews were high. Tried a really yummy pistachio mocha which they decorated with real pistachios. Paired it with a light flakey almond croissant , those better ones with the almond filling injected into it instead of the cut croissant with spread. Cute place but they could do with some upkeep like washing the free tables and also maybe a curtain cover for the table that has all the coffee lids and sugars and stirrers etc... The bottom shelves are packed w supplies and it looks messy. Also maybe fix up the ceiling. Otherwise great food ! So 4.5 only cause of the upkeep needed.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Went over here to do some last-minute studying before a driving test and what a fantastic find Service and Food was great. I got myself a mocha and a chicken sandwich. Mocha was made with actual chocolate, and they even gave a chocolate square with the beverage. The chicken sandwich was filling and delicious... Its definitely a gem discovery, and a must try

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The muscle flex sandwich and the espresso were really good. The owner was very nice and patient while recommending something to eat.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Super cute place with very reasonable prices!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

First time here and tried the bollywood sandwich and it was excellent. looking forward to trying out more. Everything is easily identifiable as vegan, saves so much time.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place is excellent. The coffee selection is amazing. Customer service was beyond exceptional. Atmosphere is a five star. Will be back.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Cozy little cafe. Amazing food, coffee and customer service!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best cafe in Scarborough by a mile. You don t often get food that has this much quality, fills you up, and is at a great price. Drinks are also amazing, they make any cafe style drink you re feeling and they do it well. It would be wise to choose Caffeine over the Starbucks across the lot. You ll spend about the same amount of money, possibly less, but you will be much more satisfied.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The best egg & cheese croissant

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I had Coffee and Egg Cheese Sandwich, It was the best sandwich ever, Good amount of Cheese and Eggs, They let you add salt and pepper on your own, Good option for Breakfast!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Lovely little cafe in Victoria Terrace. A lot of specialty coffee and a huge selection of to-go beverages including fresh squeezed orange and mango juice. Prices are really reasonable!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Small and local cafes have never left me disappointed.. I got a quick grab and go.. and had a fresh and delicious tomato pastry! Loved the cozy space

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Ive been coming here this year, 2023, and Im happy i found this gem. Healthy food, sandwiches, salads, drinks, and pastries . Staff is very friendly and inviting. Great start for the day with a smashed avocado sandwich with a perfect coffee perfect eatery. Not over priced by any means for the quality you get. Vegetarian options: A number of different vegetarian opptions not like other eateries. Parking: Lots of parking around the premises never need too worry. Wheelchair accessibility: Yes Wheelchair accessible for the customer.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing coffee and sandwiches. Must try the Bollywood. They also have great salads, we ve tried the Mediterranean and the veggie. Really polite staff.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

They have some awesome veg options! Me and my wife come here for those delicious sandwiches and the Sophia and Justin s great company.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Was just thinking how it s been far too long since I have been back and I need to pay them a visit as the weather is getting nicer. Absolute best local gem. Best latte and friendly staff with great food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Unique Cafe near Lawrence and Victoria. Bollywood Sandwich is an absolute must try.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place is amazing. Sandwiches and coffees are breathtaking. I have tried few items and all have them were great. No complaints at all..must recommend.. it s my all time place now.

December 22, 2023

Awful customer service, the older lady in cash does not have manners and have so much attituded, when I asked for my receipt she basically threw it at me I will never come back here again .

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great breakfast sandwich! Eggs and salmon on a croissant. Service with a smile.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Picked up great sandwiches for lunch today. Great spot with great food. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place is by far the best homie feel Cafe place I have ever been to. Amazing service Delicious healthy Food .Ambience is relaxing,If you are a Salad person you should definitely try this SPOT.They serve one of the best fresh Salads & Sandwiches . Love this place ..

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Recommend the place for late, it was good. The new process is a bit more expensive than what it shows in reviews.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I absolutely love the food from this cafe. Their sandwiches and salads are always fresh and delicious, and really quite inventive (purple rain veggie sandwich pictured here, which has beets!). The owner is super welcoming and friendly. Skip Starbucks, try this place instead!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Love this place everytime I drop in which unfortunately has been a while ( COVID!!) I am so happy they are going strong even though the devil known as Starbucks moved across the parking lot. Do yourselves a favor and support these little shops for your caffeine, baked goods and now coffee bean needs!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing food, service and atmosphere! Thank you Food

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

They have a beautiful fig tree. Their horticultural husbandry is unmatched. Also some top notch coffee and danish

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

So good people and place

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great spot for coffee and food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best coffee in Toronto so far. If you like coffee, this is a step up from Tim Hortons or Starbucks. The black coffee is full bodied. The temp is not too hot that it scalds your mouth. I tried the Cuban roasted pork sandwich for lunch and it was great. Will definitely be back for more coffee. Parking: It was easy to find a spot close to the shop.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Wonderful service, excellent food and coffee. Had the chocolate croissant, Caesar salad, and coffee. Croissant was flaky on the outside and smooth and buttery on the inside. I would guess they bake them in-house. Coffee was as all premium coffees are. Caesar salad was refreshing and light. Most of all, very affordable for the menu items they offer. I would expect to pay premium prices elsewhere for prepackaged and precooked pastries or sandwiches.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I had The Bollywood vegan sandwich which was supremely tasty and filling. The focaccia bread was delicious. They have 4 vegan options (2 x salads, 2 x sandwiches). Nice coffee shop vibes. Will visit again. Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian menu items Dietary restrictions: 4 vegan options

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Had the iced maple latte. Delicious and very unique. It is indeed a hidden gem.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

It s good food out here

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

OMG!!!! The food is so delicious especially potato salad croissant and the bollywood sandwich. Mind blowing!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Absolutely the best scone Ive had. Soft and crumbly you can tell it was freshly made. The most pleasant owner, really nice environment too. Definitely the love is in this place and happy to support local small business Parking: Tons of parking

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Super welcoming, but Talk about pride in ownership . Absolutely top quality in freshness strongly recommended for sure . 5 star + Parking: Free parking

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing freshly baked pastries and sandwiches, coffees.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent sandwiches & lattes!! Excellent attentive & friendly service!! If you are looking for great food & drinks in the area, THIS is the place to try! Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awesome staf!. Amazing snacks! Should open more outlets! I had the Pesto Croissant, every single time I went in as I love pesto and they used it very well. Their coffee is self-serve but good. The seating is ample as it doesnt get very busy (dont know how?) and theres a high table next to the front glass wall, looking over the street. A good location for a short coffee visit or to read a book/ make some digital art. Id been waiting in line for the Indian Visa for multiple days but this was my goto, feel good place as those lines are never ending. Will come again if I end up in the area. Recommend. Update 2023, Aug (a year later): Still a delightful place to go. Justin is always very welcoming!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

We had egg and cheese croissant, which is amazing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Delicious coffee and food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great cappuccino and scone! Also very friendly and cozy atmosphere and top-notch service! Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good coffee.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good coffee, amazing pastries and delicious salads

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food, friendly staff and tasty coffee. If you re going I d recommend the pork sandwich was delicious.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This is a quaint place if you are looking for a space for unwinding with coffee and delightful baked goods. They are serious about their business of making good food and their salad range is excellent. Soup of the day is a brilliant idea and the soup is perfection. A good place to have some quality food! Vegetarian options: There is a good range of food options for vegans.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Loved the croissant and coffee

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I ordered the maple latte and it s simply the most delicious latte I have ever had. The croissants are simply amazing. Very flakey and buttery. Absolute perfection Food

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Cozzyy little cafe!! Tried avocado croissant & pistachio mocha!! Overall good experience Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Why go to Starbucks across the parking lot when theres this amazing, cozy, locally owned cafe in the same plaza. Loved the lavender earl grey latte!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Best cafè in the area! Delicious food and coffee. Service is always friendly and inviting.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Coffee and treats are good, but....... The owner (partner) brings baked goods to the display case without gloves and rang up my cash sale as well.. money and food with her hands. I was so shocked, she noticed and became surley. She said your welcome in an icy tone. Like after fondling the food I should thank her. Who knows sanitary conditions are being followed in the back. Oh and by the way, im the ex customer. Its my money you are receiving. Omg. I talked to the gent behind the counter after and he said she and him own the joint. I told him that she should not be touching food and cash. Like he needs me to tell him. He shrugged. Yeah I know he said. Omg. Used to be my fave joint in the area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This coffee shop has freshly baked pastries everyday, sandwiches, and all different kinds of drinks. They are so nice and welcoming, waking up to their energy and freshly baked pastries and coffee always makes my day. Hope you try it won t regret

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Very friendly people there. Dropped in to wait for our car to be fixed. Got the chai, coffee, and a croissant. I highly recommend the croissant!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Love.. love.. love.. their latte and avocado croissants for light breakfast. The owner of the café is very friendly and welcoming (Its my go to place before work).

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I went to Caffeine today to grab lunch and I loved the Classic Chicken Sandwich!! The service was also amazing definitely recommend coming to this local Cafe for coffee and food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Smashed avocado croissant is my fav

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great place to enjoy a drink by oneself or have a isolated meeting someone else.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Terrific spot. Incredibly nice staff and very reasonably priced tasty food and drink. Do not bother with that Starbucks in the parking lot. Support a great local joint.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

This place is next door to Starbucks and I can definitely say that they do give Starbucks a run for their money. The staff is amazing and the food is so great. They have a number of healthy option for sandwiches, soups and their coffee and drinks are really amazing. Check out this place and you wont regret it .

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Awesome atmosphere. Very welcoming and the customer service is amazing. I am always leaving the shop with a smile on my face! Their menu is creative and contains snacks/meals/beverages that you dont normally see in your average coffee shop. Hopefully they will be able to expand their locations in the future as the city needs more shops like this!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing coffee, delicious food and refreshingly pleasant service! To clarify, they make actually good espresso drinks that don t need all the milk and syrups to make it tolerable, which is rare around here.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

All coffee drinks are made really well with real ingredients. Sandwiches are the best Ive ever had and they smoke their meat and fish themselves. Owners are super sweet and always welcoming. I live a distance away now and I trek for their food. Cannot recomend highly enough.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Comfortable atmosphere, great coffee and absolutely amazing food. Have to stop in every time Im in the area and the owners are great. Much better than Starbucks coffee/food.

★★★
December 22, 2022

Americano was good, food good but atmosphere was not great. Music was loud rock music and looked tired and dirty.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food, great coffee, great people. Thanks

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Went last night for the first time. Big expansion space great waitress and easy to access free parking coupon. Food was magnificent - was at the shepherd location. Loved the ambiance. Will definitely return again and again

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The croissants are amazing and the spicy salmon sandwich was worth of six stars.. lovely latte too!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Stopped by to get some coffee and do a little work. The owners were very kind and friendly. The bounty latte was absolutely delicious! Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to hang out in a relaxed atmosphere with some delicious drinks and food!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

There food is best.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Little expensive but great quality

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The coffee & food sure beats starbucks. There is a nice selection of artisan sandwiches & salads. I came here to do some work and it has the perfect quiet, calming atmosphere to get some work done or go for a quick brunch. Definitely a gem in this plaza.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

See that drive thru line up at Starbucks? Park your car and walk in here instead.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Delicious!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing sandwich called Black Yuzu with a tasty cappuccino

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

They make the best sandwiches and fresh coffee. I highly recommend them .

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

This place is the best! Their menu is expansive with so many unique drink and food options and the quality of their fare is incredible!! Their iced honey almond matcha drink is hands down the best matcha Ive ever had, and their vegan yuzu sandwich is delicious and hearty. Im so glad to have a small coffee shop in the area to support instead of the big chains, and I cant wait to keep coming back to Caffeine! Id love to see vegan baked goods in their window too :)

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing coffee and even more amazing selection of croissants

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

My sister visited this place for the first time two weeks ago and was amazed! She took me back here. I truly enjoyed the organic chai latte (iced). The customer service is excellent. The owner is attentive, welcoming, and friendly. It just has a great atmosphere! Loveliest cafe I ve been to in a while!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Its a nice little Cafe and the Staff makes you feel very welcome. We got cappuccino, iced coffee, classic sandwich and croissant with avocado and cream cheese. Everything was so fresh and tasty. Definitely recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great coffee! I also had an egg & cheese croissant, delicious. Very good customer service as well

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

My first time here and this place exceeded my expectations. I got the Classic Sandwich and it was super fresh. I could just tell how fresh all the ingredients were. I also got a Lavender London Fog iced tea with oat milk. The tea blew my mind. The hint of lavender with earl grey was just on point. I stopped by this place to make sure it was okay for me and my Manager to have a quick touch point for work stuff. And yes, I m definitely bringing him here.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

As someone whos been living in the area for several years, Im sorry I never knew about Caffeine before. Such a lovely spot! The staff are so welcoming, the coffee is great and the food is really good and fresh. Save yourself the Starbucks line and head there instead!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Wow! What an incredible find- 5 star breakfast with a cafe feel. Service was impeccable!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Their avocado croissant is simply the BEST, and iced latte was great too. Will definitely come back for more

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing food every time. Love the sandwiches everything is fresh And the combination of sauce and ingredients is perfect. I really enjoy eating here

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Got a iced coffee and hazelnut croissant both we re so good. The gentleman who took my order was so sweet and kind, definitely recommend going here!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Such an amazing café I go here all the time since I work in the area. The sandwiches are to die for and the drinks are just as amazing!

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

The food is good service is not friendly and the tables are dirty. Meh.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food and service. Very welcoming environment. I had the classic, an ice coffee and a crossiant - it was all delicious

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great coffee, food, service and consistent quality.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Coffee is really good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Such a wonderful place! Amazing customer service and absolutely delicious and super fresh food. Thank you so much for all of your hard work!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing service , you can see that they genuinely care for their customers and fresh Food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Cozy place for a relaxation dose of the day. You can easily get yourself melted with a cup of latte.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Yummy pastries, very friendly staff.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

This is a really great quality, small, boutique cafe. I dont give 5 stars easily or often, but this cafe definitely earned it and deserves it! The quality and fresh ingredients of their food, from their sandwiches, pastries, and in-house smoked salmon, is fantastic! Their coffee, espresso drinks, and lattes are the best tasting and freshest quality youll find anywhere. They have some wonderful, creative offerings, such as their Pistachio Mocha, and their smoked salmon sandwich, which includes apple, pickled peppers, and baby spinach on a small brioche bun - a surprisingly delightful and delicious flavour combination the owner came-up with himself. They serve a small variety of in-house fresh baked pastries, including almond croissants, which are a personal favourite. The proprietor provides warm, welcoming, friendly, personal service, and gets to know his regular customers by name. And the prices are fairly reasonable. I only wish this place was somewhere closer to my neighborhood.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

my favorite cafe in the world!! owners & staff are so friendly, everything on the menu is worth trying! they make the best croissants i have ever eaten in my entire life

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Very cute little cafe! They were super nice to me and the classic sandwich and salad I ordered were both fresh and delicious! Ill definitely go back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Been here a couple of times thanks to BLS next door. Love the coffee and the service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Just recently discovered this place and Im so glad I did! This morning I ordered a Bounty latte (coconut) and a croissant with smashed avocado, cream cheese and everything seasoning. It was sooooo good.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

super nice folks, delicious coffee, yummy eats, good wifi

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Very friendly staff and a great quality food as well. This is my favourite go to place!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Just moved to the area, and tried Caffeine the other day for the first time. Unbelievably friendly people and delicious coffee (fresh ground beans for every cup of regular coffee, not to mention the long menu of other things!) Plus the croissant I had was seriously one of the best pastries ever. I would 100% choose this restaurant over Starbucks or any other coffee shop any day. Cannot recommend it enough!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

An incredible place. This place has really evolved, even during this pandemic era, and it has become quite stylish as well. Local, but also quality and great customer service. Great coffees and teas, and quick bites - something for any type of taste and pallet. This cafe is a gem in more ways than one because consider how there is nothing like this (independent cafes) in this district in the city/borough of North York (its right at the North York-Scarborough border), besides the usual generic, corporate and thin coffee places. Support Canadian, local and independent but also support quality and community such as Caffeine.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Drinks are meticulously made and crafted. Each drink is prepared with utmost care and effort whilst being friendly and warm to the customer . The cappuccino is very fresh and is a delight when you need a pick me up. The hot toddy is a very refreshing and delicious drink. The hot chocolate with toasted marshmallows was amazing and quite a change from a machine based hot chocolate. The prices are very affordable as well. They also give a Swiss chocolate with every drink which adds a nice touch. Would highly recommend this place. Try this place for a change rather than the starbucks which is in the same plaza.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

The staff member I met was really friendly and we had a great conversation. The croissant was flaky, fresh, and delicious. The americano and iced coffee I ordered were exactly what I was looking for. Im definitely glad I stopped by!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

I wish I could give this place more stars. My dad told me to go try it out, and I can say it was incredible. The customer service was amazing, you can tell he cares about every customer that comes in. The coffee tasted incredible, and the sandwiches had the perfect balance of flavours. If you re thinking about giving this place a try, you won t be disappointed. I will definitely come back again.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Delicious food! They were very attentive to my milk allergy! Followed all safety measures! We will be frequenting this establishment!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Lovely place, good food, and the owner was very nice and we had a short conversation about the cafe. Would love to work in a place like this in the future.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great organic coffee. Freshly baked croissants and cookies. Excellent sandwiches. The type of coffee shop you make a detour for on your way to anywhere.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great food. Excellent vegan and vegetarian sandwich choices. Consistantly fresh ingredients. Never skimping on the ingredients. Very friendly staff. Great coffee! A definite must try. Youll be glad you did!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Well prepared sandwich. Service was fast and polite. Loved the coffee.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Just recently found this amazing place and I love it. I ordered a iced latte and it was delicious and made perfectly. Really good quality espresso. And also tried the classic chicken and spicy salmon, both were very yummy. Very fresh and the caffeine mayo is omg delicious. They should bottle that. Also got the almond croissants for my mom and hubby and they absolutely loved it. I highly recommend this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

I almost never write reviews, but this Buisness deserves it. We tried 3 of their vegetarian sandwiches, and I have to admit I have never such a delicious and fresh vegetarian sandwiches in my life. The taste was fresh, complex and extremely filling. They are organized, polite, on time, and the food was out of this world delicious. I dont know the owner, but I am certain hes a culinary genius. Thank you for the incredible food! We will see you again soon

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great little coffeeshop. Delicious coffee, cookies and croissants. They have great selection of sandwiches and salads too. Super nice owner

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Delicious! I happen to find this place and its wonderful. Food and coffee is amazing!! The staff are super friendly! A must visit

★★★★
December 22, 2021

New to the area, my neighbour told my wife and I about this place. Great coffee and service. The food which I still have to try looks amazing and a few customers I spoke with rave about it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Found this gem via UberEats and finally visited in person. Their sandwiches are delicious! They have a great selection of other healthy eats. The gentleman working there was also super friendly. Quick and great service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

I have been going here for years. The sandwiches are excellent and so is the coffee! They used to have great brie and cranberry crossusnt sandwich! The people running the place are very friendly. Please support this local small buisness!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Amazing clean food. Great coffee. Fantastic service.

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Iced Coffee was OK.. nothing special... hope to try other things soon

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great food and great people--Took my Mom here who was vacationing from Vancouver Island.....Mom loved it.....the atmosphere, pricing and staff are wonderful. Thank you for having such a unique place in Scarborough/North York Margaret

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

The croissant with salmon was delicious! This little restaurant its a gem. You must try the croissants. They are freshly baked and are delicious!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

They pull a really good shot of espresso!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

We discovered this place by sheer luck. Delicious sandwiches and coffee. The owner is super friendly too, which is another thumbs up for the place.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

I am never disappointed when I visit caffeine! From their customer service, to their delicious FRESHLY made food. Thank you Justin and Sophia for always serving the best food and coffee! Thanks guys!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

We had a delicious lunch. Fresh croissant with egg and cheese so good and the best Mocha coffee and Espresso in town. Mmmmm

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Amazing coffee and food!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

The owners Justin and Sophia are just wonderful. They are super friendly and genuinely kind. And the foods is fanatic and fresh! They have a great selection And are happy to make any modifications required. bakery items are also delicious recommend the chocolate croissant (ate before I got a picture.) lattes are also great as will continue to try all of them eventually. :) photo is the classic sandwich! So good!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Friendly staff, muscle flex and spicy salmon sandwiches were amazing! The hot toddy was sooooo refreshing.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Great food, awesome coffee. Friendly service. I will definitely be back!!!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Their vegan sandwich was pretty good and filling. They also have soup and salads that are vegan, which is nice since there aren t many vegan places in the area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

I was here for my husbands driving test and had to kill some time, it was 9 o clock so of course going to have some coffee, right across the driving test is the Starbucks so thought of going there first but then my eyes landed on the this shop and I thought to myself let s try a new thing today, and I m so glad I did, I ordered coffee and apricot croissant, let me tell you this WORTH EVERY PENNY, loved the customer service, the vibe of the coffee shop and the coffee and food. It s so worth it to give your support to local shops then the big brands.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Loved the salad and egg and cheese croissant!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Delicious, fresh, healthy food and fresh baked goods. Every time I order through Uber Eats it is 100% satisfying. They got it right with their beets its hard to find beets that are enjoyable to eat but their smoked sandwich is balanced and delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Cafe that serves healthy food with a good cheer. Great for taking a break while you shop

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Amazing Food, great service

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great place to meet for coffee visits. Coffee flavours are amazing, all with a work of artistry. Yesterday, each coffee came with a free pastry. They have an extensive healthy lunch menu too. Delicious. Kind, friendly service. We will be back! Thank you.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

I had a sandwich and it was so fresh, tasty, healthy , and wholesome. Thank you for this treat!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

I was walking by after coming from the drivetest center. Great food, drinks and service! Way better than the big name chains. Will definitely be visiting again.