Dark Horse Espresso Bar

Espresso bar · Kensington-Chinatown

Dark Horse Espresso Bar

Espresso bar · Kensington-Chinatown

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215 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5T 2C7, Canada

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Nestled in an airy, rustic space with exposed brick, this espresso haven offers communal tables and free WiFi, perfect for lingering over quality brews and baked treats.  

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215 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5T 2C7, Canada Get directions

darkhorseespresso.com
@darkhorsecafe

CA$1–10

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215 Spadina Ave., Toronto, ON M5T 2C7, Canada Get directions

+1 416 979 1200
darkhorseespresso.com
@darkhorsecafe

CA$1–10

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"This Spadina location is the jewel in the crown of the Toronto coffee chain. It’s a bright but rustic affair combining hardwood with exposed brick and punctuated by an ornate pressed tin counter front. It’s strictly an espresso scene so queue up for a flat white, cortado or plain old americano. Downstairs from a co-working space, it is home to digital nomads sipping the day away at laptops, office workers grabbing lunch and students checking social media accounts. If large work tables are not your jam, cozy up for a conversation in the intimate armchairs in the back." - Jacknife

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"Dark Horse Espresso Bar, Downtown by Jacknife. This Spadina location is the jewel in the crown of the Toronto coffee chain. It’s a bright but rustic affair combining hardwood with exposed brick and punctuated by an ornate pressed tin counter front. It’s strictly an espresso scene so queue up for a flat white, cortado or plain old americano. Downstairs from a co-working space, it is home to digital nomads sipping the day away at laptops, office workers grabbing lunch and students checking social media accounts. If large work tables are not your jam, cozy up for a conversation in the intimate armchairs in the back."

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Sergio Ballesteros Jr

Google
Best chai late i have ever had . Service was prompt and with a smile. Just make sure you take your GPS if you need to use the washroom because it’s like going in a little adventure. Hahaha.

Jessie

Google
This coffee shop lacks customer service skills, in the sense of creating an inviting nature to the public compared to places like Starbucks. The workers were more attentive to their side conversations than the customers around them. 🙂 I don't recommend the Flower Power. It tastes like milk and dye, don't get deceived by the photo. The Spanish playlist was nice though.

M

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There must be something in the air it’s a shame coffee shop is rather cozy aesthetic but staff are disgruntled 1st time here left a sour impression pls get a personality or don’t work customer service the matcha was weak in lavender syrup

Michael Moriarity

Google
This Dark Horse Expresso Bar location on Spadina Avenue certainly is certainly known for their house blends and with this first visit by us , we recognize the high quality of the staff, their very warm hospitality and warm welcoming…the atmosphere was quite pleasant and the smiles and laughter by the customers demonstrated people were have a very good time at this location..

Catherine Ramkhalawan

Google
I frequent this Dark Horse location, and it's great. They have great seating, on the main level and just up the stairs. Tons of space to come get some work done or hang out with friends. As for their drinks, I really enjoy their iced beverages. I normally get an iced vanilla latte with oat milk, iced mocha with lactose-free milk, or their iced elderberry hibiscus tea.

Eileen Lau

Google
I got some ground espresso from here for a gift. They only had whole beans packaged but they can grind to your desired level and reseal the bag so it remains fresh. There is more seating in the back that is hidden, and free WiFi. It's a good place to meet with friends or to work. Spacious, well lit, and the music is not too loud. Baked goods look good but I didn't try them.

Lauren Christoffersen

Google
Atmosphere and location are great (washroom is a bit weird to access). Coffee flavours are … very interesting and not all of them are a hit. The creamsicle iced coffee is so gross. I’d stick with the regular coffee / latte / flat white / cappuccino.

Jay Lim

Google
Strawberry matcha was on the less sweeter side compared to other places but it was still great! 🥰
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