De Mello Coffee

I’ve been wanting to try De Mello while visiting Toronto, and I’m so glad I finally did. I absolutely loved the oat latte — the coffee had a beautiful balance of flavor and was topped with the perfect foam. The pistachio chocolate croissant was also really nice, with just the right amount of filling. I also appreciated their cozy, well-designed space. Overall, such a lovely stop for a coffee break in the city.

It’s a quiet rustic cafe. Highly recommend their signature blueberry latte, its on of the best aromatic coffee i have had in a long time. I have tried their dancing goat latte too in the past and i would say they have notably better coffees in the eglinton and yonge neighbourhood.

​De Melo Cafe has truly captured the essence of autumn dessert in their new seasonal drink, the Marronmisu. Described perfectly as "tiramisu in a cup," this coffee is an absolute delight. It masterfully balances the rich, velvety layers of mascarpone and espresso with a subtle, warm chestnut (marron) flavor, skipping the usual cloying sweetness found in many seasonal drinks. ​The Marronmisu is perfectly layered and luxurious, offering a cozy, spiced complexity that makes it the definitive sip for cool weather. If you’re looking for a delicious and sophisticated treat to usher in the fall season, run, don't walk, to de melo cafe to grab this limited-time masterpiece. It's truly a must-try.

I’ve been there a few times, really like matcha there. Almond croissant is good as well

Appreciate the student discount!! Very creative with the drinks, tho the tiramisu latte was a bit different from my expectations lol

The Cortado at De Mello Coffee was okay. It was more on the sour side. The L'Americano with Lime and Grapefruit Syrup was a complete miss. It tasted like water downed iced coffee with a hint of lime and grapefruit.

Notably better coffee from the first taste. Worth the reputation and the trip. Highly recommend their blueberry latte, the best aromatic coffee I’ve had for a long time.

I saw a blueberry latte here on social media because I am someone who loves to try specialty coffee, so I came here by taxi. Perhaps due to weekdays, the store is not very crowded. I chose a position by the window, and overall it is quite comfortable. The prices of coffee and bread are not very cheap, but the taste of latte still surprises me. It has a strong blueberry flavor and is my favorite fruit flavored coffee. It would be better if bread could be heated

De Mello Coffee on Eglinton is one of my favourite coffee shop in the Yonge and Eglinton neighborhood. The cafe itself boasts a modern and inviting atmosphere, with a minimalist design that puts the focus on the coffee experience. The service at De Mello is friendly and knowledgeable, with baristas often able to provide helpful recommendations. While primarily a coffee shop, they also offer a selection of pastries and light bites to accompany your beverage. However, as with any popular spot, De Mello can get quite busy, particularly during peak hours. This can sometimes make finding a seat challenging. I really enjoyed my mocha and got a blend of the dancing goats which was grinded for me. Overall I highly recommend this spot and say to go on a non peak hour time of the day.

It's summertime so I tried Coconut Island. It's Cold brew coffee with some coconut cream on top and a sprinkle of coconut flakes. I enjoyed it, not too sweet and it tasted coconutnutty! Here is a hint always ask for light ice they still give you plenty of ice, even if the cold brew comes out cold. Otherwise you get a cup full of ice. De Mello coffee is expensivei. However, in the scheme of things it is a good value because the coffee beans they use have a good solid caffeine kick and it tastes good! (My overall favorite place is still across the street a couple blocks North at Himalayan coffee. It's folksy, a lot less expensive and I always feel happy there, especially after I get a cute latte art on my drink.). The Coconut island cost $8.50 plus tax or $9.60! De Mello Coffee is creative marketing their coffee beans. They have crazy names by cotton candy, lolipop, birthday cake, dead, man, walking, etc. however, a small bag of beans is super super expensive. But their marketing makes you wanna try it and then afterwards you're like oh I guess I taste something but it's still not worth the cost. I'm sorry if this review leaves you puzzled to go or not. It's worth trying. The baked goods look amazing and as long as you get one that is moist, are excellent. Well, I return? Yes.

Delicious spot for coffee. I've heard about this place from friends - decided to give it a try myself. I had a chai tea latte with lactose free milk - $6.99 - 7/10 perfect for this fall weather. Would like to try their Nomnom (Vietnamese iced coffee) and the Blueberry latte off their signatures menu. Servers were friendly and swift. Not too much seating inside. It's once big square table that seats 8 and a 2-seater by the window. They sell different roasts in-house as well.

A small cozy cafe with perfect latte but not much seating. Really enjoyed my visit, it was kinda busy at 10am in the weekend. staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. I ordered vanilla latte and it was so good. They also sell coffee beans in the shop with a reasonable price. Love this place and if you love coffee, you have to check this out!

An early Thursday morning in midtown Toronto calls for a coffee run before work. My boyfriend recommended this spot and I was very down to try it. We got the following and decided to have a seat at the empty tables since it was such a quiet morning: - Blueberry latte (cold): This seems to be a very popular drink after reading some reviews. It was very nice - a faint hint of blueberry flavour layered on coffee. 8/10 - Latte (hot): Very standard. For some reason I thought the cup was larger was what I asked but was pretty sure I was going crazy. Four shots of espresso so beware if you are sensitive to caffeine. 7/10 Interior was cute, the tables are organized in a square. There's also shelves of different coffee beans and interesting merch - definitely great to look at while you wait for your coffee. Service was really fast too. My one critique is that the coffee taste was not very strong to my preference; it was not bitter at all. Nonetheless, a great place to stop by if you are in the area!!

Stopped by the new location of De Mello Coffee after a session at Rumble. At first glance, I loved the bright and modern interiors lined with their specialty coffee beans for purchase and some unique baked goods. The staff were also super friendly and inviting from the moment I got in. I ordered the classic Americano and the top-selling Blueberry Latte. Americano (8/10) - it was very aromatic and had the perfect balance of flavour and strength. If you're looking for a quick pick me up, this will do the job amazingly. Blueberry Latte (10/10) - There is a reason why this is the top selling drink, it was honestly such a well crafted drink. A creamy latte with a subtle hint of blueberry flavour that comes from how their coffee beans. It was tasty, creamy and not too sweet. For my bubble tea lovers, it was a lighter version of the Royal #9 from The Alley. Definitely recommend try. Vietnamese Coffee (8/10) - The owner ended up giving us a sample to try and it was a very nice take on Vietnamese coffee. Great taste and it sides a condense milk powder versus the traditional milk. Would recommend as an alternative if you're looking for a strong caffeine hit. Looking at the prices, it seemed on par with some of the other cafes in the area. Overall, definitely recommend a visit for a light working session at a cafe or a quick pick me up. Hoping to try some of their baked goods next time!

A pretty typical De Mello's. This store has limited seating (only one table and a bench) however. They sell various items as well as their coffee.

This place luckily is near me for a quick drop in for some amazing coffee. The coffee is flavourful and rich and some of the best in Toronto. However it did lose a star due to how small this place is - by no means could you do work here, meet up with a friend or any of the above to plan to sit. This is a great "grab and go" moment that I have repeatably been to and enjoyed.

Cute little cafe with some of the best beans brewed fresh and most importantly, brewed properly! The line will get big and the seating is limited so it's more of a grab and go place. It can turn into a communal seating situation in which case you'll find great conversation as we did coming here. In the back there's a retail section to bring home some beans and pretend to be a batista.

Coffee was averaged but very expensive 3 1/2 bucks for a very small coffee. Also, it seems to me that they have one large square table in the middle of the coffee shop for customers to relax and enjoy their coffee and food, The entire table was taken up by kids with laptops writing notes from the laptops as if it was their classroom. Will not be back

Very fast and friendly service! Stopped by to get a quick pick me up. They have a small shop front at the back for their own merchandise, beans, and viet coffee mix. They have three bar seats at the front and one small communal table. I ordered a flat white and it tasted great. Milk temperature was done well. Will come back again.

"Enjoying the heavenly flavors of their cakes and croissants was delightful! Every bite of the moist and delicious cake layers, and each part of the buttery and tasty croissants, was a treat. Their baked goods are truly excellent; every time I went, I wanted more and more.They have very good customer service."

their coffee is really good!!! Service was friendly and ambiance is casual small seating area. They also have coffee bean bags to sell!

I visited for the first time yesterday and I'm in awe! We got the blueberry latte and the iceberg signature drink and they both tasted so good! I also really liked the store at the back selling types of coffee and goodies, def will be back to check out more!

My favourite spot to get a latte at Yonge and Eg. I do go often because the price adds up but it is well worth it when I do go. The first time I went the staff was so friendly and explained the different beans and what type of drink would go best with them. Service has be kind and efficient every time, my most recent visit included.

Great cafe near Yonge and Eg to grab a coffee! They may just have the best lattes in Toronto, so I always grab one when I'm in the area. The interior decor is pretty nice and there's a communal table and few window seats if you want to stay there to get some work done or hang out with friends.

My absolutely favorite coffee!!! I love love love the taste. Normally I order latte with oat milk and it is always good. The beans they use rotate and every time the taste is so good. It is pricy, oat milk is extra and it comes to $7 for a regular cup but it is always such delicious treat I am willing to pay extra.

I have been here two times so far. A lot of my coworkers grab coffee here too. Its a nice local coffee shop with 2 areas for seating. Nice decor with the front of cafe ceiling having umbrellas hanging upside down. I tried the mocha iced latte and the mocha latte. I love sweet coffee so I really like the mocha ice latte but it's pretty pricey. More expensive than a Starbucks frappuccino. However, you will actually have real pieces of chocolate in it. Yum! If you are in the area, I would definitely stop by.

de Mello Palheta is my favourite midtown coffee shop that I've been going to for a while now. The space of the cafe is hip, trendy, and unique - from the umbrellas hanging from the ceiling to the graffiti type decor in the back. The baristas and staff are always friendly even when it gets very busy. They also roast their own beans so you can buy them right at the store if need be. Their espresso based drinks (Americanos, cappuccinos, etc.) are great as well as their brewed coffee. Their croissants and scones are delicious as well. I recently tried out their baked sweet goods, specifically the chocolate matcha brownie and was pleasantly surprised by how rich and filling it was! Overall, great coffee shop in midtown Toronto, will definitely be back for more in the future.

IMO, the best coffee in Toronto! Excellent service by baristas who display their passion for coffee in the delicious creations they pour.

Great coffee beans, great service and excellent ambience for drinking a coffee while reading a book, studying or just chilling... Toronto needs more places like that!

I've seen this cafe many times while walking up and down Yonge but never checked it out until today sparked by a desire to find a latte as good as Maha's Egyptian Brunch. Got the matcha which I was hoping to be strong because I love matcha and wasn't disappointed. I also appreciated the barista taking the time to wipe the cup because he knew I was going to take a photo. The desserts looked so beautiful but I had just finished a huge pineapple drink from Afrofest. I'll be back next time to try the vanilla latte and pumpkin cheesecake or matcha brownie. Another note is the branding and story behind the name of the cafe which is the owners, two Korean brothers, paying homage to one of the first Portuguese coffee purveyors. Love the art, design and cozy nook feel of this cafe.

I came in for a bag of beans and an espresso. I thought this place was very cool. A little odd, like I asked someone worked there about some of their beans which didn't have notes on them, she said she would ask what they were like. She went off and came back and was like "These are coffee beans". A barista came but also wasn't very good at saying anything about the beans. He offered to make the espresso I bought out of those beans which was super cool. They made a really really good espresso, the extracted all of the flavours, the crema was good. You could tell they know how to make espresso really well. Just the bean buying experience was ... odd.

De Mello Palheta is unique in Toronto... after going to 75+ coffee spots in Toronto, I can safely say why I see this place sits in the top 50 across Toronto. Sure they roast their own beans (which is great) but they have a service that I haven't seen in a long time. Imagine a cafe that is boho hipster with baristas that know your name, your kid's name, your dog's name, how long you ran your last marathon, and your preferred drink... it would be De Mello Palheta. The feel of this place sits better in Kensington than at Yonge and Eg. A chill vibe with a 'come as you are ... of course with many piercings' BUT there are a decent amount of families sitting cute in this small place. The back room has a haphazard wall mural that borders on artistic fun graffiti with it's wild colours. The front barista area has about 10 umbrellas opened up and creating a canopy in the front section... whimisical? Absolutely. The seats here are not really comfortable and though I did see people with laptops, I cannot imagine cozying up here fro a few hours. The lighting here in the back is quite dark too. Though the front shared table does have a window by it, I think the whole space is quite dark. About the service here... its more like a neighbourhood stop instead of a coffee store. Honestly, I saw these barista chat up easily 9 people in the 30 minutes I was here. And it wasn't just a 'hey how are you doing?'. It was talking about how to find great new piercings for the cheap on the net or how their run and use of the newest fad to regen your energy or how the kids are doing with the new sports. I know this is overused term but it really feels like an extended family here. The Flat white that turned into a Latte - I ordered a flat white with almond milk. And the person on the cashier scratches down your order onto a sticky note for the barista. Somehow my Flat White became a Latte in the translation. I actually like coffee flavour and so a good robust hit of it makes me happy. Lattes ... by it's very nature are watered down. It was good. So this wasn't a good judge of how the espresso is. That being said, I do like their Dancing Goat beans so I know it's a decent roast. 3.5/5 I did let the barista know of the mistake but I still got the latte... true that it is double the size of the flat white but I was looking for flavour and not necessarily a bowl of almond milk! Next time perhaps.

Super chic coffee shop with a low key painted sign! Been back a couple of times and I do agree their coffee bean is a hit or a miss. Some are really great some are too sour or bitter. The bean today is the house blend dancing goat, on the bitter end. Probably should have gone with a latte. Excellent service from the barista and the umbrella decor is so unique! more for the cute theme and personality of the shop.

I arrived real early to a dinner reservation close by. They suggested I try this place for a coffee until they opened up. I see why they are a top rated coffee house in Toronto. An tasty latte and my Wife ordered the best vanilla latte I, and she has ever had. Not much room for seating but it is worth the wait. Oh and they are artists with the coffees. Check it out.

This is the kind of coffee shop that just does everything right. Friendly people, epic cappuccinos, pour over coffee, funky decor ... The list goes on. The pastry options are plentiful and include traditional staples along with some interesting throw ins. The option of savory snacks are nice (like mini pizzas and quiche). I really have nothing bad to say about this place other than a patio would be nice. :P Oh and the umbrellas hanging from the ceiling are a nice touch!

What a great place! Unassuming but charming. It looks deceptively small but it's long and narrow with additional seating in the back. It has that Kensington vibe with the cool table in the front(table top has a bunch of business cards on it covered by a glass table top). There is a small pastry and food section - I had the zucchini/red pepper quiche which I believe was around $8-9 I believe. It was ok...not worth the price in my opinion - maybe for a slice around $6, but I understand they are an independent coffee house and need to bring in the...err....beans :). I prefer my quiche cooked a little more and this one, the egg was more runny..but that's my personal preference. They serve it on a cutting board with a side of salad with some light balsamic dressing. A great presentation. I also had the peach blossom tea which was light and refreshing and a generous portion. It was like sipping your problems away. The service is great and the place is really clean. They take pride in their place. There is free wifi and I noticed it closes at 8pm which is a bit later than some of the other coffee places in the area. I will definitely be back to get one of their lattes (they make lovely art on them!) and a sinfully delectable pastry.

Among the roasters I've visited, there are three worth visiting in Toronto: the LSC, Pilot, and then de Mello. The quality of coffee at de Mello is 90% miss and 10% hit. The light roast coffees (basically all of them) are underdeveloped and overly sour. I've tried over ten different roasts of theirs and have found only one I enjoyed to date, which is the Rwandan Fugi. It's worth noting that they have a buying philosophy which probably affects the quality of beans they get. They have this idea of promoting a "balanced and comprehensive" purchasing model by not focusing only on the small handful of high quality producers. Here's the catch: with the amount of specialty coffee that the world consumes, this is balancing act is inevitable and the idea of only high quality producers getting attention just can't happen. One possible reason for the second-tier roasting is that they offer far too many beans - too many to have time to properly calibrate each roast. At the same time, this is one thing I'll give to de Mello: the title for having the most roasts available in Toronto. I'm sure this will be an exciting factor for some. The website is poorly made and the store-website coordination is terrible. Whenever I hit back on the website, the page does not take me to my original coordinates. This makes navigation a pain. In addition, whenever I see something on the website that I want, it's not guaranteed to be in store so I have to call each time before stopping by. Lastly, the stamps on the bag are either smeared and will smear. This feels careless and not thought through. So why four stars? It has some of the right ideas, and its existence is generally healthy for advocating specialty coffee.

I love coffee and tea (or maybe I just love caffeine in general). My 'Bucks Buddy and I decided to explore other coffee shops and decided on de Mello. I used to work right around the corner so I would pass by this place often - the signage is graffitti style, but as you walk in, you're pleasantly surprised at the decor here. It's unique with an industrial look. I got my drink (tea) in a beaker, which was a new approach to serving hot drinks. The treats look delicious. My BB ordered a tart and she enjoyed it a lot. Service was really good with staff being very accommodating - I rode my bike to de Mello and forgot my bike lock at home. The staff were very understanding of my dilemma and allowed me to leave my bike at the front. If you're looking for a good independent coffee shop , definitely check out de Mello in Midtown. Good for: coffee, tea

Favorite coffee place in the area. I have only gotten their house blend and it's definitely my favorite. Staff is also very friendly and welcoming. Price of coffee is comparable of other places. Side note: I noticed that they sell their coffee in other places too. I found that the MUJI at Dundas Square has a small booth that sells their coffee and beans.

First time customer, greeted as soon as i walked in by the barista which was nice. I ordered to go, custom Large Latte (with Vanilla). See picture... i could wait i just had to try it lol Service was pleasant as there was a short wait but given the time of day 11:30am that is understandable. Friendly staff with a smile. Would definitely return for more coffee in future.

Very nice atmosphere for relaxing or doing some work. View of busy Yonge Street out the window makes this a great little oasis. Lemon bar is one of best in GTA

Good ambience but tiny space. Got the lemon cheesecake and a flat white on a drowsy Sunday. Flat white is very watery, and the cheesecake is overly sweet and pricy.

Im not big on coffee and usually drink coffee out of necessity. But the coffee bere has something different about it. I really enjoyed the flavour of the coffee itself. The atmosphere is real nice too so I would defs come back to work in or chat with friends.

de Mello can do a solid espresso drink. They always have two different espressos to choose from, the rotating feature and their regular "Dancing Goats" house espresso. This is the best independent coffee shop in the Yonge and Eglinton area because the coffee is deep and flavourful. de Mello sells a variety of house and single origin beans as well as other coffee supplies. I pick up my Aeropress filters here and the price is reasonable compared to online vendors. They offer a unique coffee subscription service on their webpage which delivers samples of beans to your door. I love that they have a load-and-pay app that allows you to pay by scanning the QR code on your phone and gives you points you can redeem at certain levels to collect rewards like free drinks and beans. The staff is friendly and are always chatting with the regulars. They seem to know more about coffee than most places and participate in barista competitions, as seen by the award display. My only grumble about de Mello is that it's often crowded around the counter and the seating doesn't really encourage you to stay. I've spent some time working here and it is okay, but I'm usually distracted by people moving around me or talking.

Another cute little cafe at Yonge & Eglinton! When you first walk in the space looks quite narrow, but there's actually a small room at the back with additional seating (and wall plugs). I got an iced latte and a chocolate cream puff and the total came out to be around $10.50 - a little pricey. The latte came in a fairly large mason jar (so hip) and it was actually really good - smooth and creamy while still retaining that strong espresso flavour - so I didn't feel too bad about paying over $5 for it. The $4 cream puff on the other hand left me feeling pretty ripped off. Now normally you would never hear me complaining about paying premium prices for pastries (because come on, it's an art form) but it was literally just a regular old cream puff, not too different from the kind you can buy in bulk at Costco. Overall: good latte, cool vibe, nice study spot, but pass on the cream puff.

Great cafe with great coffee and tiramisu! Oh and great interior too. Love the vibe of this midtown cafe. It was weird to see Korean traditional mask painted on the wall and on the cups but overall it works out I think. Their breed coffee was good and I loved their tiramisu. So soft and flavorful.

Their coffee beans are quite delectable, a bit pricey. The acidic/citrus flavoured beans are wonderful but at that price point I can get another bag of beans that I like more.

I decided to give this place a second try. This time staff was very friendly. They answered all my tea latte questions. I was crossing the door and they were already welcoming me. It's still a loud place but I didn't mind it too much this time as I was sitting at the very back and watching the cook put the food together.

de Mello Palheta is a new cafe in the Y&E area. This cafe is very small, narrow and has a somewhat grungy/artsy decor. They have newspaper clippings plastered on the wall and hanging umbrella's on the ceiling. They offer coffee, espresso drinks, tea and other speciality drinks. A fresh variety of baked goods are available as well as seasonal desserts. The prices for the drinks & seasonal desserts are a tad bit pricey; the baked goods are reasonably priced and yummy. I tried their soy matcha-green tea latte and it was the worst I ever had- the matcha latte was watery, the soy tasted funny and the matcha flavor was very weak. I paid a little over $5 for it and was really disappointed. I hate to give this place a bad rating because the staff here is very friendly. The claustrophobic atmosphere and pricey bad drinks don't do it for me.

4.5 Stars. Cold Brew on tap, enough said. There are certain things I look for in coffee shops and it is if they serve cold brew or do pour over coffee. If a shop does this it usually means they know what they are doing with coffee. These are really hard ways of brewing coffee and hard to do well, so if it is done well it's amazing. Walking into De Mello and seeing not only pour over and cold brew, but Chemex and Siphon brewed put it over the top for me. The food is made in house and with an open concept a patron can see how everything is being made, really good idea. The vibe is great and is great to have a shop like this in a little upscale neighborhood. Put it simply, coffee is good. One more note: it's great to see coffee roasted in house here. I didn't buy any, but I can imagine it being really good. I will be back if around the area. Unfortunately I live South East of this place. Get here. It's way worth it. That's it.

I've been here a few times and sadly, my experience is slowly becoming worst. I am compelled to finally write a review based on my visit today. My Cortado looked great, but, it was lukewarm and bland. It happens, I get it. But not when there's hardly anyone in the store. Unacceptable. I might still come back, maybe when it's busier?

It was a really fun place to go. Everything was in bright colors. Slow brewed coffee was a new and different experience. Watching the making was half the fun. The only low point was the sitting area. If you cannot find anything in front which is really small and most probably full, in the back has low ceiling and was really small. But overall it was a nice experience and i would like to go there again to try something else. Everything looks different from past experience.

The smell of freshly roasted beans is in the air. Walking inside de Mello Palheta is an experience in itself as I was surrounded by smell of coffee, beans, freshly baked goods..... And I know I want to have a cup of coffee. A cup of Long Black.... Watching my friendly barista preparing my cup of drink with such concentration and passion was an experience itself. He was just so excited to prepare our drinks for us! My drink looked pretty with the awesome latte art and tasted as good as it looks! Bold but Balanced! de Mello Palheta is my kind of coffee place: small, personal with all their beans roasted and baked goods prepared everyday on site.

Wonderful coffee shop! Wish I found myself in this area more often. After much deliberation I ordered a mocha with the spicy hot chocolate mix; the latte art was beautiful and expertly done. My only complaint was that it wasn't hot enough. (I'm not asking for scalding but it shouldn't be cold within 5 minutes!) I would normally deduct a star but I loved this place and will give her the benefit of the doubt. The atmosphere was lovely, wish I had stayed longer. From my picture you can see how freaking delicious the dessert case looked. I definitely recommend this café, they are doing it right. I will be back for a cortado to taste their beans!

Place is a lot smaller than I expected. Coffee was good, pastries were delicious. It's hard to find a spot to sit on weekends, lots of people lining up by registers. It's a bit hard to grab your coffee cuz ppl are always standing near the machines. Good place, I'll try again another time, on a weekday for sure.

The decor in here immediately caught my attention. It's very unique compared to any other cafe. We were able to nab the big table in the front with outlets and wifi, perfect for studying or working. I ordered a mocha and red pepper spinach frittata (~$15 total), which were both excellent. The staff were very nice, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming. Would definitely come back again.

It borders moderate and pricey, but it's definitely a quaint little Cafe with awesome decor, friendly and helpful staff and great noms! And obviously, superb coffee. Staff will give you recommendations for coffee if you're not sure what to select. They've got a loyalty program (stamp card) for every beverage you purchase. You can also grab a bag of their roasted beans to take home for your own enjoyment! Love this place, it's a nice deviation from other cafés in Toronto.