"Part coffee shop, part artspace, Capital Espresso is a spot where you can grab a quick coffee or pull up a chair for hours. The cafe features different local artists’ work every month — and even has a coin-operated vending machine in the front of the shop so you can take some of it home with you. Their baristas are known not only for their impeccable coffee slinging skills (we recommend you try the espresso), but also for their killer music choices." - Format
"Capital Espresso, Parkdale by Format. Part coffee shop, part artspace, Capital Espresso is a spot where you can grab a quick coffee or pull up a chair for hours. The cafe features different local artists’ work every month — and even has a coin-operated vending machine in the front of the shop so you can take some of it home with you. Their baristas are known not only for their impeccable coffee slinging skills (we recommend you try the espresso), but also for their killer music choices."
While there are more high end boutique cafes in the city, this one has been one of my top cafes to venture to. Its homey, its good quality and their staff and usual patrons are very approachable and relaxed. Its what you may find on a quiet street in Brooklyn. Make sure you try their homemade muffins. Also, their beans are fantastic!
Lyla MacAulay
Google
Best cortado I’ve had in Toronto and I try a new place every ten days. The muffins are also great, especially the berry marscapone. Relaxed atmosphere with a lot of queen west regulars. Fast for take away.
Youssouf malli Adoum
Google
I really had a great morning here, the vibe, the music, the food, and the best place to start your day.
Xcalibur Walker
Google
Love the place, service, and the coffee... Ordered a Cortado. Wow, amazing. The only problem was the long stairway down the basement when someone wanted to use the washroom, but other than love the place.
dylan ryan
Google
Great neighborhood coffee shop, serving up tasty beverages, nice treats and a small selection of vintage. They've also got really cool locally made ceramics for sale, worth just stopping in to have a look at them as they are so cool!
Lauren Jane
Google
I came in towards the end of the day and got a cappuccino and a free cookie (sweet). I sat down and overheard the table beside me where a woman was receiving a very complicated math lesson and I got to be really happy that I wasn't doing math. I read my book for a while and had a totally awesome time.
sean moore
Google
Great coffee in the Parkdale neighbourhood. You will find plenty of locals coming here for a lovely cup of their favorite espresso based drink. This is a sizeable place with enough seating to come and work for an afternoon, read with some relaxing music, or catch up with a friend.
Natalia Suarez
Google
The best muffins in the world. Really really good coffee. And always super friendly and kind service, the baristas always offer my girlfriend’s dog a treat! ❤️