Dineen Coffee Co. in Toronto
199 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5L 1L5, Canada
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Dineen Coffee Co., situated in the heart of Toronto’s bustling Financial District, is an ideal spot for office workers and coffee enthusiasts alike. The café’s sleek and modern design, with its expansive floor-to-ceiling windows and high ceilings, offers an airy, light-filled space that feels both professional and welcoming. The layout is perfect for those looking to take a break from the office, hold casual meetings, or simply enjoy a quiet moment with a quality cup of coffee. The interior design balances a clean, contemporary look with charming vintage touches. The soft pastel green counter and subtle retro lighting fixtures add warmth and personality to the otherwise modern aesthetic, making it a visually pleasing environment to sit and relax. The café’s location, nestled in an office tower, makes it incredibly convenient for nearby workers looking for a quick coffee break or a space to catch up with colleagues. In terms of coffee, Dineen Coffee Co. offers a variety of choices to suit different tastes. From strong espressos to smooth, rich drip options, there’s something for everyone. The staff is friendly and efficient, ensuring quick service even during peak hours, which is a huge plus for those with a packed workday. Overall, Dineen Coffee Co. stands out for its beautiful design, convenient location, and high-quality coffee, making it a go-to spot for anyone in the area.
Great cafe that provides a nice landing spot to give you a feeling of the Bay St buzz. Excellent coffee ☕
Great coffee shop & service! I enjoyed a hot cocoa & sat in the relaxing seating area surrounding the bar area. Chill atmosphere 💯
Dineen Cafe is a hidden gem in Toronto, offering a positively memorable experience. The elegant ambiance, characterized by its historic charm, sets the stage for a delightful dining adventure. The extensive menu caters to various tastes, with each dish reflecting a commitment to quality and creativity. The coffee at Dineen Cafe is a standout – robust, rich, and expertly brewed, making it a perfect companion to any meal. The attentive and friendly staff further enhance the overall experience, creating a welcoming atmosphere that encourages patrons to linger and savor the moment. In summary, Dineen Cafe is more than a place to grab a meal – it's an immersive culinary journey marked by exceptional service, a charming setting, and a menu that leaves a lasting positive impression. A must-visit for those seeking a memorable dining experience in the heart of Toronto.
Stopped by for a quick drop in coffee with a friend. I ordered a mocha and a pistachio loaf; which is more of a muffin than a loaf. Nevertheless, both items were good and received quick customer service. The lobby is quite nice and is typically full of people working, so seating may be hard to come by. Having read other customer reviews about incorrect pricing, I am not sure that I would want to revisit.
After having reviewed the many 5-star commendations, my expectations were naturally set high for this location on Bay street. My friend and I ordered an Iced Chai Latte and a Standard Latte, both with Oatmilk. My Chai Latte, was slightly on the sweet side, while the Standard Latte had a nice rich flavor. My experience took a downturn, resulting sadly in a 2-star rating. The cause? A combination of deceptive billing practices and a notable lack of customer service by the staff. The team was engrossed in their own dialogue, diverting their attention only when someone placed an order. I later found an additional charge of 20 cents for the inclusion of Oatmilk in the Standard Latte. I went back only to be met with an explanation veiled in uncertainty – it's an automatic charge and the machine is programmed that way. Definitely left a poor taste in my mouth.
Yes, this branch is inside the lobby of the CIBC building (I was confused by Google map’s incorrect image). The lobby area is lovely and there is a beautiful waterfall outside to enjoy as you sip on a delish brew and cake :) really enjoyed the friendly service and lovely coffee !!
Good cappuccino. The drink was well made and tastes authentic. The chocolate croissant was nothing special. I recommend passing on the baked goods as this is the third item I have tried at Dineen that tasted like packaged baked goods. Not bad by any means but not worth the price. Disappointed but cognizant that it is the Financial district so items everywhere are always a little marked up. Ambiance is lovely and the decor is definitely nice! Good place for meeting a client or friend!
Great cafe in financial district. They always decorate for the holiday season and it is located in the path so you dont even have to go outside to get here. Lattes are from $5 to $10. Less sugary taste than Starbucks. I tried the peppermint mocha today and was not disappointed. Wheelchair accessibility: Yes
Dineen has one of the best coffees in town and one of the best places as well.
Terrible experience, ordered food and waited for almost an hour. Finally asked for a refund.
Beautiful place, amazing coffee and croissant
Cool spot
Ordered extra hot cappuccino and received a cold cappuccino.
A cute place for a cup of coffee
It is a great, unique setting in the commerce court atrium, a different experience from your standard coffee shop ideal for a casual or business meeting. Great vibe and is highly recommended in the heart of downtown Toronto.
The woman named Cal, who I was told is the manager, is extremely rude and impatient. I was excited to bring my colleagues here but solely due to the interaction we had with the manager, we collectively decided to take our business elsewhere. Luckily there is no shortage of good quality coffee in the path. I see that I m not the only one leaving comments related to poor customer experience so I hope this is taken seriously for the sake of employees. Nothing worse than having an impatient boss.
Best coffee from an Australian perspective!
Great cuppa! Coffee smells so good.
Excellent service
Great coffee
Coffee is great. Pastries are good. The staff remind me of Jack Black at the record shop in High Fidelity. If you know, you know.
Good coffee. Rude rude service two days in a row.
Americano was subpar- like it came from a hotel machine. The staff behind the espresso bar were complaining about a customer- it was unprofessional.
No outlets! Good for networking only tbh
Love that they have another pop-up style location! They have lots of seats around to have quick coffee meetings
Great spot for a coffee meeting located in the lobby area of the Commerce Court.
A lovely place for a quality coffee and croissant
Good ambience .love the tiles. Friendly staff. Good London fog
I ve been to this place a couple times when I visited downtown Toronto and while it is a pretty legit coffee for an affordable price it can be a hit or miss sometimes. For instance when I most recently visited my coffee was made way too hot making the drinking experience unenjoyable and it didn t resonate with the roots of true Italian coffee. With the equipment here being top notch La marzocco machines I would expect a more consistent outcome each time. Nevertheless this place is still a good find and I would go back if needed but I feel like other coffee spots in downtown Toronto are much more consistent.
A new and improved coffee time. The attendee was very professional and pleasant. She handled our orders very promptly. They now carry a greater variety of delectable treats. They have stuffed patties with a flair. They even carry smoothies now. One unique treat that they carry is the corn muffin. They are located in the Whitby Mall at Dundas St and Thickness Rd. Stop by and see for yourself.
The latest addition to the Dineen family - this location is perfect in every way: the view, the customer service, the brilliant drinks and delicious food (special shout-out to the beef grilled cheese sandwich and pistachio muffin)
Was expecting a flat white, got a luke warm cup of oat milk with what can only be described as a sad hint of espresso.
The best coffee full stop
Ordering and serving not organized. They take your name when ordering but dont use when calling out when orders are ready for pickup. Had the espresso. It was ok. Food
Europe-grade coffee shop. Feels like you are in Vienna, Austria.
Ive tried their coffee in the past, and wanted to see if they had a decent espresso. I can confidently say that it surpassed my expectations! Something so simple and basic, blew my mind with its flavour, and Ill certainly be making my way back in the new year for my morning jolt.
I just purchased my first Black coffee at this location, it was terrible. It tasted burnt, its Either the coffee bean or the container that its in that has to be cleaned. This coffee could be used to fix Toronto roads. Head office do something about it.
Coffee is good but service is terrible. I was sitting at the bar right next to the barista. When my drink was ready she yelled out my name, looked straight into my eyes and put the drink at the pickup counter and said: « you have to pick it up here ». Why one earth would you make it more difficult, when you could have just handed it to me? Can i have my tip back? Joke place
Very rustic and vintage vibe of this place. If you are looking for a warm and noisy place, this is the place you should definitely check out. Try their mocha which is delicious!!
Quick, friendly and delicious.
i love the coffee in the common area thing and you guys do it really well. thanks
Good to start a day with a cup of cappuccino here!
Excellent desserts and coffeee
In the Atrium of Commerce Court A wonderful location to network and meet others. The Expresso is superb. Food
Average quality...
My Go to place for my coffee & get work done quick before my workouts or work. Always quiet and great coffee & good pricing overall.
Awesome coffee
Coffee was really great, the taste was smooth and lovely. I truly appreciate the glass cups.
Nice lovely spot with high quality coffee and many pastry options
Very good Coffee, lemonade, and cookies/cakes for fast break in Financial center of Toronto. Came by accidentally....will be back when in Toronto
Love the staff at Dineen on Bay Street. The manager is great and so friendly. The cappuccino I had tasted awesome. I highly recommend this coffee shop.
My go to place for coffee chats. Very conveniently located.
Fresh and tasty coffee. Service could be better but not a big pain point
tried their maple cinnamon. Taste really good. Ambience is nice, a nice place to have coffee and chill while waiting for appointment
Okay, beautiful room, wonderful staff, but really Toronto? You call this coffee? You need to visit Vancouver and Edmonton and Seattle and Portland and learn some standards. Really T.O. I love you, but coffee and craft beer just arent your thing.
Very pleasant coffee spot! Considering its ultra busy surroundings you are served extremely well service and quality wise! Must stop by!
Delightful stop for coffee! Beautiful location. Staff friendly and on the job to serve!
Zachary really knows how to make a killer cappuccino!!! x Parking: Was very nice. Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options
Just a great open area in the CIBC west building to sit and enjoy a coffee/tea
Service is nice but a bit indifferent. Food and drink are great. Atmosphere is terrible. People sitting all day on their laptop either using it as an office or pretending to work. Its a coffee shop - a social place not an office. Also close to early when lots of people are looking for a place to have a coffee.
I love Dineen and have been a customer since 2014. But the barista in this location lacks experience. I ordered a half syrup PSL cuz I wanted it to be less sweet. The barista made a very sweet PSL and confirmed it was half syrup when I asked. It didn t taste like a half syrup drink. Furthermore, the $6 latte was not full and there was no latte art. I tasted the drink and found it too sweet to drink. Had to ask her to add more milk. The barista splashed milk when steaming milk.. overall, the coffee did not carry the Dineen standard.
Pricey but I really loved the vanilla iced latte, it had the perfect amount of sweetness and balance of vanilla flavour.
Great coffee, great atmosphere. The biscotti is bit too sweet. The best hot mocha is served here. I Keep coming back here.
My go-to place for coffee on Bay St. Despite closer alternatives to my office, I make sure I take the (small) detour, I like my coffee bold & strong in the morning, Dineen doesnt disappoint. Nice atmosphere and seating space, this coffee shop is a great addition to Commerce Court, bringing a warm and lively atmosphere to a lobby who would have been otherwise very cold and uninviting. While I use this location mainly for take-out purpose, I would recommend the other nearby Dineen on Yonge street for a longer sit-down meeting given it is in a historical (and beautiful) building and they have a unique patio in the summer.
Two Chai lattes, one warm and one cold, both amazing tastes.
I used to frequent this location often but have stopped as a result of the unethical billing practices as mentioned by other reviewers. I made a formal complaint summer 22 and nothings changed. Their pricing menu above the cashiers are all inaccurate to what youre billed. There is no screen for you to see the prices as you make your order. And there is no signage indicating that the prices above are not accurate in the least. And they also NEVER offer you your receipt. The excuse I got more than a year ago was the sign is in the process of being updated and were waiting for the new one to come in. Clearly that was a lie to continue falsely overcharging customers and taking advantage of the clientele of the financial district. Someone call Pat Foran of CTVs Consumer Alert.
A lovely coffee shop!
Great location, exceptional service but the overall product is underwhelming for a near $8. London fog barely had a hint of bergamot - might have well just ordered steamed oat milk.
Good place to sit down and have a coffee. Ideal to have a quick business meeting near the Union bus station. Clean and hygienic. Service was fast and hassle free. Slightly expensive but the location and ambience is premium, so worth it. Had a sandwich - Mediterranean veggie sandwich , basically veggies in a bagel ; cold sandwich. Was nice. Would have been tastier if it was served hot I think :)
Free Wi-Fi, plenty of seating options. Indoors, so its great on cooler days or rainy times.
I went there with a lot of expectations but the latte was very average. It wasn t a place that really impressed me and I don t think I would go back there.
It has the perfect Suits / financial district style.
Staff were amazing there they let me charge my phone because my phone was almost dead
Top notch baristas here. Delicious espresso, cool vibe & architecture to boot!
Nice friendly place with tasty cappuccino and pastry.
Coffee is great and better than Starbucks. Staff is friendly as well. I wished it opened a bit earlier but you cant have everything.
Fabulous coffee, first time at Dineen, enjoy every sip.
Nice spot. Lots of seating.
Espresso wasnt the classic taste Im use to and priced quite high
Good coffee, efficient checkout line especially for the traffic of financial core.
Great spot.
I like there. Its a real Caribbean vibes.
Great coffee.
Great and fast service! Had a Chai Latte for the first time here and really enjoyed it :)
Mediocre
My go to morning espresso when I am in the financial district. This is espresso made with love and quality. There menu has a lot of amazing pastries, desserts and things to nibble on and complement my espresso. What I appreciate the most is the consistency in quality. Lots of coffee shops spin up and the quality winds down over time. Dineen raises the bar every time. This location has wifi and seats for those who want to work or even order some afternoon drinks (yes liquor is served here), I am more of a coffee guy though.
Great coffee! Great staff!
Smoothest flat white Ive ever had with super courteous and personable service! One of the best coffees Ive had in a long while!
One of the best coffee shops in the vicinity
Great location and setting. Good capuccino
Beautiful space and delicious coffee
My only complaint is how busy this location is, a great sign that they know what they are doing. My spectacular coffee was the other indicator.
Best coffee ever!
Friendly staff, not too busy, good espresso and couldnt be more convenient in the financial district. Downtown Toronto prices, but not exceptionally high.
nice place
Best iced vanilla lattes in Toronto! The rest of their menu is also fantastic.
Great for an informal business chat in an interesting, sun filled atrium.
Who wouldve thought that a coffee pop-up would become a hot spot for business meetings and coffee chats. The coffee is great and the place is surprisingly comfortable.
I dont care for the bankers crowd but I just love the setting! A bit pricy, but the coffee is excellent. Staff are pros.
Good coffee and ambience
Great additional Dineen location downtown and a go to place for coffee chats. I like the fact that they offer table service as well, which is a nice touch.
Great coffee - really like the seating and open feel
Best coffee in town
Love the coffee and love the treats. Location is awesome and the added seating on the side is great for impromptu meetings. Service is top notch!
Not as good as the original location, but good coffee and a nice location. Its often busy, but we were able to find a seat have have a good conversation, not too loud either. I would not pick this place for work, too much foot traffic during the week.
busy, vibrant with decent coffee.
Just a regular coffee shop
Ok spot for catching up
Delicious oat milk latte.
Good but very busy
Super cute open area cafe in Commerce Court (under CIBC) in Financial District. Actually reminds me more of a bar than a coffee spot! Drinks are extremely standard, but would definitely come back for a date or a coffee chat.
Great spot for a coffee or a beverage.
