maman

I’ll admit it — this is definitely one of those Instagram-famous treats, but the moment I saw “Tahiti” on the menu, my heart couldn’t resist. One treat you can’t miss is this Tahiti sea salt honey latte because sometimes, it’s not about the price tag — it’s about that emotional connection. Great service great vibe!

A wonderful cafe experience, right in the financial district of downtown Toronto. An absolutely beautiful cafe, looks like an older Parisian cottage - even more amazing when you realize it's in First Canadian Place. They have a wide array of baked goods, all of which look amazing. A standout there are their cookies in particular - baked fresh, and with multiple, unique flavours. They also have options for breakfast and lunch as well - such as a croque madam, and a breakfast sandwich as well (served on a toasted scone)! That was a standout, again because of the uniqueness of the bread chosen for the sandwich. While it did take a bit longer to make, it was worth it given both the quality and the fact that you could see everything was made fresh/to order. Being a cafe, they also have plentiful coffee options. Having only had their drip coffee, it's quite good!

This is a very cute cafe in the heart of the Financial District, on the food court concourse level of First Canadian Place (FCP). They have 2 communal dining tables if you’d like to enjoy your meal at the cafe that makes you feel like at hime; or, you can use the food court tables. They have great variety of vegan, vegetarian and gluten free sandwiches, salads, soup and pastries. They also have creative and seasonal drinks menu. I strongly recommend “Katie’s Chicken Sandwich” and “Lynett’s Chipotle Chicken Salad Sandwich”. “Salted Tahini Honeycomb Latte” was very unique and creative, and it was at the right temperature to enjoy it right away. The staff are friendly and patient with the hangry people at lunchtime. Lol

All locations of Maman have always been aesthetic and pleasing, same for this one. It is quite spacious with a variety of bakery options. Tried the pistachio rose croissant, light and subtle flavors. Also got a matcha latte, it was well made.

I’ve been coming to this coffee spot for three years, and it never disappoints! Everything is absolutely delicious. If you visit, you have to try the chocolate cookies—they’re amazing—and the sandwiches make a perfect lunch. Highly recommend!

I think this is one of the most beautiful coffee shops I ever visited. The coffee is so smooth and the citrus olive oil loaf it’s soooo delicious. I will be back for the food.

Lemonade has a great picture, but in reality it’s barely coloured water that tasted awful. I think it is the worst lemonade I tried. Truffle croque madame was nothing special.

Loved this cute, cozy cafe and bakery. This is located in the First Canadian Place on the 2nd floor. The dining area has 2 communal tables available for seating. The atmosphere is so cute and I love feeling like I am in Paris! The decor and ambience is so lovely. There is a nice patio area for customers. Service was really friendly. The latte was good, the avocado toast (not pictured here) was amazing and the breakfast sandwich on the ham and cheddar scone was really tasty. I ordered a lime and cilantro sugar cookie to go and it was perfection. I absolutely loved this spot and cannot wait to come back.

This is a very cute cafe in the heart of the Financial District, on the food court concourse level of First Canadian Place (FCP). They have 2 communal dining tables if you'd like to enjoy your meal at the cafe that makes you feel like at hime; or, you can use the food court tables. They have great variety of vegan, vegetarian and gluten free sandwiches, salads, soup and pastries. They also have creative and seasonal drinks menu. I strongly recommend "Katie's Chicken Sandwich" and "Lynett's Chipotle Chicken Salad Sandwich". "Salted Tahini Honeycomb Latte" was very unique and creative, and it was at the right temperature to enjoy it right away. The staff are friendly and patient with the hangry people at lunchtime. Lol

Maman is one of those cafés that instantly makes you feel like you've stepped into a charming little bakery in Paris--right in the heart of Toronto. I came for lunch and ordered the Truffle Croque Maman, and wow--it was rich, melty, and absolutely packed with flavor. The béchamel was perfectly creamy, the sourdough had a great crunch, and that subtle hit of truffle took it over the top. The space is beautifully decorated with rustic French-country vibes, cozy lighting, and vintage details. It's the kind of spot that's perfect for catching up with a friend, getting a bit of work done, or treating yourself to a slow morning.

Maman is a French bakery & cafe located on the upper level food court of First Canadian Place, and offers variety of baked goods, in addition to some breakfast, and lunch options (quiches, salads, sandwiches, and soups). They are open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. What I love about this place is that they serve Sloane Tea, and make some pretty good tea lattes. I've ordered the salad once, and thought it was only okay compared to other options within the building. The staff here are all friendly, and the decor is absolutely beautiful! The cafe has an elegant countryside vibe, with two large wooden communal farm tables for seating, along with wooden shelves, anqtique furniture, potted plants in various spots for decor. It's a charming little spot to sit, and relax if you have some time.

When I found out there was a maman in Toronto, I just had to go. They have the best croissants, which have a lot of filling and won't leave you disappointed.

The aesthetic of this restaurant is amazing , I've always wanted to try it because of it. I tried this sandwich which was pretty tasty! A little bit on the expensive side but a great place To eat

Even before I entered, I was struck by maman's beautiful storefront and foliage. The cafe has a gorgeous blue and white theme - it reminds me of Portugal's azulejo, or China's blue and white porcelain (qing hua). The interior aesthetic has a lovely rustic charm, like an elevated farmhouse. We ordered a slice of the daily quiche, tawny salad, the truffle croque "maman" sandwich, and a lavender hot chocolate. My favourite was the sandwich (but I'm a sucker for truffle). I was a bit disappointed by the drink - I think it could've used more sweetener (maybe better as a latte?) Even though First Canadian Place was still pretty empty on Friday at lunchtime, maman had a steady flow of customers. I'll keep this shop in mind next time I'm in NYC - the locations there look even more beautiful.

Staff was very nice Flat white/excellent espresso I've never been inside this area (first Canadian), Lot of food and store options. Very clean, nice patio where I fed a tiny bird, highlight of my day.

Asthetically, this is a 5; beautiful decor, lettering, seats, presentation in the display. Food wise was a 3.5? Interesting take out spot sectioned off from the rest of the food court, with "windows" looking like you're entering a house. Inside there's some chairs shared on a long communal table. Beautiful quiche, salads, muffins, croissants, cakes on display. Whether you take it to go or for here, they give it to you in a semi plastic & paper container. I got the quiche Anna (squash and greens), for $7. Taste okay but I doubt that the crust is handmade as it looked a little too perfect. The crust also tasted like a tart crust than a pie crust. I prefer the ham and cheese version as it had more flavour. The regular croissant was crispy and sweet. Looks like ones from Paris but much denser and chewier.

Such a cute coffee shop with nice decor! It was pretty busy when I visited at 2-3pm. I got the Lavender Blueberry Loaf and Lavender Hot Chocolate. Honestly though, I couldn't taste the lavender in both the hot chocolate and loaf. Nevertheless, the hot chocolate was nice and rich; the loaf was tasty as well, but a little sweet for my personal taste (no surprises there tbh, everything is too sweet to me.)

Decided to stop by and grab some breakfast at Maman for the first time, as I've heard lots of good thing about this place. This cute little gem is located on the second floor of the First Canadian Place, where the food court is but on the other side. When you enter the shop it's as if you are entering a cute little rustique village cafe! I really love their decor and set up! I went around 7:30am on a Wednesday, it was really quiet so Im not sure if they get a morning rush or it's like that every morning. But they had all their pastries available so I decides to grab some croissants. They have an early bird combo until 9am, where its $4 for a plain (or chocolate) croissant and small brew coffee. I got the early bird with the chocolate croissant and I also got an almond croissant as well (because honestly it looked so good and it was just calling out to me) No regrets at all! Their croissant are so delicious and light, I was afraid that the chocolate would be too sweet for breakfast but it was not too sweet at all! The only thing was that the coffee blend was a little too sour for my liking so I had to add more cream and sugar than usual but Im sure thats only my taste. 10/10 recommend you to check this place out for your own! I cant wait to come back and try the rest of their menu items, especially their savoury items and beverage list !

I finally visited Maman today based on the reviews. I decided to order a white chocolate matcha latte and when I got it, it did not taste like white chocolate and the latte was not sweet at all. I even stirred the latte in case the syrup was sitting at the bottom. So I wonder if they just made me a matcha latte instead because all I tasted was matcha. Also what I was bummed about was that it didn't come in the cute takeout cups with the design. All the beverages I saw were all being given in a plain white cup. So overall my experience with Maman was underwhelming. But I may go back and give them another chance and maybe try their pastries as well.

Tried the Lavender Hot chocolate. It was okay. No overwhelming Lavender taste. The ambience is cute. And oh.......they do not do brunch anymore. June 30, 2017 I had the Cappucino and the Blueberry bread. Both are expensive but the Blueberry loaf was really flavourful. I tasted the Pistachio as well. I prefer the Blueberry.

It's official I have a #cafeobsession This french pattiserie is too cute for words I love de french pastries and devoured the #almondcroissant I had within a minute. Check them out if your in and around first Canadian place on king street $$ @zentravellingfoodie

Cute cafe in the area. Parisian vibes. The lavender hot chocolate is worth the trip. They also have a loght food menu. Quiche was good but I liked the salad better.

Amazing pistachio chocolate croissant (a generous amount of creamy pistachio filling which did not taste artificial at all, croissant wasn't too oily and was decently flaky) and nutty chocolate chip cookie (I personally prefer walnuts or pecans and I like the nuts to be more crispy than chewy but there were lots of chocolate chunks and the texture was amazing as it was crispy on the edges and chewy on the inside). Service was amazing and the design of the place was super cute. Would definitely recommend and will come back for sure :)

When in coffee doubt in the Financial District, come to Maman! I know there are loads of options around and in the PATH but Maman is unique. It has its own restaurant area and it very pretty the way it is closed in. In the summer, they have a lovely patio section as well. Great way to get a little fresh air or make a quick meeting in the area feel special. I've been here a few times and found they have all the coffee standards on their drink menu. A dirty Chai was particularly nice. For food, they have beautiful pastries to pick out on beautiful trays. Definitely worth it and changing seasonally to help keep things interesting. A standout for me was the vanilla-dipped croissant with lavender sprinkled on top. It's a yes from me, dog!

This place is good....only if money is not an issue for you. I ordered a single serving of their caesaria salad which is their version of a Caesar salad made with chicken, kale, Parmesan, onions and croutons. The ingredients used is top notch and the combination of it makes it one of the better kale Caesar salads I have had in the city. As you can see from my photos, the serving portion is small basically consisting of 4 small pieces of chicken, about 6 leaves of kale, and then a handful of croutons with the onions and cheese. Sadly, it was done within a few bites. Even though I was craving for more, my major issue is that this cost me a total of $7.91! For that price I can get a full salad with all the fixings that will leave me satisfied and not feel like I was robbed. There is an option to get double the serving for their salads but that comes at almost double the cost. As I mentioned if money is not an issue or if work is paying for your lunch, then this is a good option. Otherwise I would pass as there are many other choices within the area at a fraction of a cost that leaves you full.

The Path is known to be very busy, and has crowds of business folk, it was nice to visit Maman and step into a whole other world. I felt as if I was transported to some small European cafe. Wooden floors, White Ceilings with cute pictures, and old wooden tables. The place is so cute! I would definitely come here to catch up on some reading or meet friends. I didn't try the coffee but tried the Pistachio Cake and Blueberry Apple Pie. The Pie had a great crust and I enjoyed the combo of both fruits. The Cake was a bit on the dry side but the taste was pretty good. Keep Eating, Angela

This was my first visit to Maman. I've walked by this spot numerous times during my lunchtime food court visits, but have always been overwhelmed by the long line. This time I made an effort to arrive at 11am to avoid the lunch rush. When I stepped into Maman, I was transported into a small Parisian cafe. The decor, lighting and even the cup design are beautiful. Equally as beautiful is the coffee that they serve. I ordered a cortado and was served my coffee in the perfect baby-sized cup. As a cortado should be. The pastries are presented so beautifully that I couldn't walk by without ordering something. I opted for the white chocolate blueberry lavender loaf. The texture and flavour of the cake was delicious. I was very happy with my choice. This place does coffee right. I'll be back to try their lunch offerings!

Went for an afternoon tea and obviously when I saw the pistachio cake could resist on it! Don't regret on cutting the healthy eating on this cake... really fresh and you could ACTUALLY tell that it was real pistachio (not like other cakes where you can tell it's fake pistachio flavouring). The ginger tea was also good!! The place is really cute. I really sad by the fact they are closed on weekends like all other restaurants in the path!

This review applies to the take out dessert I have tried so far. First off its a welcome relief for the people who have access to the PATH network. There is a dearth of decent dessert spots so this one is a welcome relief. The setup is nice and if their desserts a precursor I will be here for brunch. On the couple of take outs I tried the Pistachio pound cake which was just right. Nice moist and healthy dose of pistachio (was luved by all the guests) Orange was OK. The benchmark for moi croissant was decent as well. Unfortunately the cappuccino was forgetful. A good addition to the PATH I will revisit for brunch and update.

The indoor ambience is sweet and cute, the outdoor patio very relaxing and quaint. I had a chocolate chip nut cookie, it was yummy. Great spot for a coffee chat or business meet up. It's a nice option over your local franchise coffee shop. I loved working out on the patio for a couple of hours between meetings - yay for patio wifi! I've only visited once but it wasn't super crowded and busy, plenty of tables available.

I placed an order through Ritual to pick up my morning beverage on the way to work; however locating Maman was a challenge. It's tucked in the corner past the food court on the upper level. The interior is beautifully decorated and has a rustic type of vibe. I ordered a small lavender hot chocolate ($4.50). I couldn't taste any hints of lavender, this tasted like regular hot chocolate. Service: 4/5 Presentation: 3/5 Taste: 3/5 Price: 3/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Overall: 3/5

Had a great first experience and horrible recent experience. For transparency, this was an experience for take out. I had asked for several almond croissants and was given chocolate croissants instead which I obviously didn't realize until I got home. When I called to ask if I can exchange, the guy I spoke to non chalantly said - only if it was untouched. Eventhough it's not my fault, all I got was "sorry there's nothing we can do". For a couple of croissants? Owner, please revise your policy because you'll be losing much more when you lose a customer who is a huge fan. That's basic business.

Great coffee, food and feel. Long tables for some company inside. Lavender hot chocolate too!

A lovely French cafe in the heart of the financial district! They have a good selection of sweets, cakes, and light lunch items. I would recommend their blueberry lavender loaf to sweeten up your day! I was hesitant to come here in the beginning after reading some reviews about their spotty service, but my experience each time has been good. I've been here several times and the staff were friendly and attentive. The ambiance of the cafe is cozy and great for coffee chats! If you want to be transported into a European cafe from the hustle and bustle of your day, Maman is definitely worth checking out!

Adorable Parisian bakery! The decor is beautiful. Maman is vintage, quaint, and picture perfect. My colleague and I shared the plain croissant ($2.75) and pistachio cake ($3.50). Not the best croissant I have ever eaten - flaky but very oily. The oil soaked through the bag. The pistachio cake was slightly too sweet for our tastes. The batter mix seemed uneven. The cake lacked balance. I really wanted to love Maman. It seems to lack substances based on our order. Perhaps I will come back to try other menu items if I am in the area.

Love the ambiance every time I come. It's almost like a getaway from the busy city life. I love how they serve Sloane tea. Hot chocolate is great. Cheers you up on a gloomy rainy day, not many cafe have that effect. Usually, I don't eat salad, but the ginger dressing here is tasty. The home baked chocolate cookie is good. Always coming back and bringing friends and new co-workers over. Love the bike decor and the rustic look!

Got a cappuccino - tasted burnt. The foam was so much that when I put the lid on it the foam just jumped out of the hole. I get the foam on the capp but why is the cup so small? The cup was made for a cortado. Slightly annoyed tbh. Cause it also dripped all around the cup on my way back to the office. 2 stars for decor and interesting bakery flavours. Will stick to Pilot and Dineen.

There is no way you will not make a single comment about their cute decor or cups and plates during your first visit. As you can tell from pictures, this place is just so adorable. When we got there (Thursday 1:30pm), most food was sold out. My friend and I shared a piece of vegetable lasagna ($8 or $8.5 can't remember). It was a big piece which was enough for two of us to share plus one drink each. Lasagna was good, nothing amazing about it though. Lavender hot chocolate.... great concept but sorry I did not taste lavender at all. Matcha latte on the other hand was hands down the best I had in the GTA. They did not skimp on matcha powder. It was green, very bitter with strong matcha flavour. It was smooth with a hint of sweetness. I highly recommend it (ONLY if you truly enjoy that bitterness from match. I hope it was not a mistake of dumping too much matcha powder in it hahaha). Overall, if you do want to check this place out, go early before noon. Worth dropping by to check out the decor and enjoy drink in those cute cups. Will I be back? Maybe... if I can come earlier AND if I can have the same matcha latte I had this time.

Sinfully indulgent but what a great place if you have a sweet tooth. Also, the space is quite visually appealing as well. A great place for a coffee meeting in the area, especially since you've only got run of the mill places close by. Their nutella chocolate chip gooey cookie should be banned for being too good.

I was visiting a friend around Union Station and found this cafe with a good rating on yelp. So I decided to hang out with my friend there and walk through PATH. It is a little bit complicated and confused to walk in PATH, always seems like a mystery to me. Thanks to the PATH map I grabbed from union station, I finally made a right way to First Canadian Place, and went two levels up, found Maman in the corner of food court. My friend and I both was wowed by the cute bicycle outside the store and the beautiful door. I'm really a big fan of the decor of Maman: natural, freestyle, delicate, and warm. The guest will place an order first, and make a payment and pick up the food and beverage in the other end of the store. Thanks to the location, this cafe is still busy during the afternoon time. The latte is quite good here. Dark roast coffee beans with a strong pleasant aroma and smooth taste. The barista made the milk foam very good and delicate. The latte art is perfect! I also ordered a eclair, coffee flavour, going well with the latte.

This is the cutest French cafe! I always come for their salads, Sloan tea and cake loafs (so moist and gooey omg) The food quality is great but like other reviewers have said, the price is a bit steep and it wouldn't be something I would have every day...more like afternoon pick me ups or end of the week treats. They also carry my favourite ginger ale. Overall I would recommend it if you haven't tried!

I love this beautiful little Parisian cafe. If you are looking for a great place to sit, read, and have a slice of tart with a good cup of cafe.....this is the place for you. If you enjoy clay rabbits with flowers in their ears...this place is for you. They have great saturday brunches too, but call ahead and reserve a spot (they use real cutlery). Just super pretty, and the owners are very nice. Their Quiches are really good....just um, don't try to figure out how much butter is in it. :-D Their cups are SO pretty I don't want to throw them out...I just want to keep them. I don't love their almond loaves....I find it kind of gritty and oily. Everything else is yummy and quite nice. They use Sloan teas for their lattes. Great place for lunch....or a great girls spot for brunch.

I really wanted to come to this place for brunch and so I did today! It's a tiny and cute little shop at the end of the food court area on the upper level. I wasn't fond of their ordering system since there weren't any signs indicating where the cashier was or where you are to order your goodies. I guess it was just my issue since most were regulars so they knew where to go... Anyways I ordered a matcha latte and their Croque Maman for a total of just under $15. This was steep for a sandwich and latte! I was given the Croque Maman right away in a takeout try even though I was going to be eating it there. When I had my first bite, it was very cheesy but I found that it wasn't hot. It was comparable to microwave food since my bread reminded me of a near stale texture. The overall flavours were so so but extremely salty. For the price you would expect more but to me this sandwich was overpriced. I guess the other patrons didn't find it as expensive since they were either bankers or investors as 90% were all in suits! I wouldn't order it again. The matcha latte was ready a few minutes later. I picked it up and with lattes you expect some cute design but there aren't any. I guess I had high expectations since I noticed another latte with a leaf design so it's only natural to assume yours would have one as well but NOPE! I didn't enjoy my latte either as it was just a tad bit strong in the matcha flavour that it left you with a really bitter aftertaste after each sip! There wasn't a right balance of matcha to latte taste. Since it was expensive, I tried to finish it but I couldn't. I ended up throwing it out since the bitterness was stronger near the end. Overall, this place wasn't what I expected it to be. I really liked this place based on the social media pictures but I guess that's all they ever will be... Not worth your money! You can get better food elsewhere and for cheaper!

Unfortunately, I was disappointed with my first visit to Maman. The Instagram pictures initially drew me to this spot but the lack of any decent customer service will keep me from going back. I had the croissant with smoked salmon... Tasty but an extremely small portion size. I had a ginger/chamomile tea and split a slice pistachio loaf. I really enjoyed the loaf. I got a side of lavender blueberry and white chocolate loaf to go. Seeing as I've read other reviews about the rude customer service... Hopefully something can be done.

I really, really tried to like this place. I really did. I fell in love with the interior, the charming setup, and attention to detail. It's, literally, a restaurant out of a Parisian-themed Pinterest account. But sadly, after a couple of visits, I just can't bring myself to love the actual food (the few things I've tried, anyway). I've visited twice, both in the mornings, around 8:00 AM, and there wasn't too much of a lineup. On those two occasions, I ordered: a) the lavender hot chocolate and b) the lavender blueberry loaf (Visit 1), and c) a regular brewed coffee, and d) a croissant (Visit 2). After looking forward to trying out the lavender loaf and hot chocolate in particular, they were a bit of a letdown. The loaf is very dense, and lacks in flavour. I could barely taste the lavender (no hint at all!), let alone the blueberry. It was, unfortunately, just a basic loaf. The hot chocolate tasted like any other hot chocolate drink - no hint of lavender in there either. The croissant was fine but a tad bit oily, and the coffee was decent, but nothing to rave over. Since I love the interior and space so much, and since I work right by First Canadian Place, I'm wiling to give them another try one day (maybe a cookie this time). But for now, 3 stars (2 for the food, 3 for the interior). For a coffee and croissant, I paid $5.59 with taxes (Visit 1). For a lavender blueberry loaf and lavender hot chocolate, I paid $8.76 with taxes (Visit 2).

This place is a hidden gem although it is becoming more and more popular. The decor is very Parisienne with earthy decor and wild flowers and mason jars (5 stars). Honestly everything in this place is pretty from the food, to the cups, to even the garbage basket on the patio! The baked goods are a hit or miss. They look incredible though and the loaves are all very dense. - lemon poppy loaf is 3 stars and lives up to its name - pistachio loaf tastes more like an almond loaf (2 stars), - lavender blueberry loaf is a great combo (4 stars). - the cookies are a little too brittle in my opinion, nothing special even though they look like they are (3 stars) - raisin almond twirl thing was awesome (5 stars) - salads are good too but I have only had one. They do serve lunch though as well as alcoholic drinks. - Coffee is good here too. Only issue with this place is that it is pricey. A latte and loaf can put you back almost $10.

The South of France comes to Toronto. Located in the First Canadian Place, Maman is an adorable French inspired cafe. They also have the cutest to-go cups. The service here is pretty quick because the of lunch rush they get during the work week. The small space is also forgiving because of the huge outdoor patio they have in the first Canadian place building- which is a treat to find in our downtown core.

I've been here 3 times since it opened. At first I was extremely mesmerized by the decor - Maman is beautifully decorated with long wooden tables, flowers and vintage furniture. I fell in love with it. However since visiting a few more times, I have become quite disappointed with the food/drink quality. The coffee is not the best, a little too watery for me. I've tried the proscuitto sandwich at lunch which was the most disappointing of all - the bread tasted cheap, and there were barely any ingredients inside. In the sea of mediocre food court options, this sandwich managed to be fly under my expectations. In terms of baked goods, the lavender cake is average - it's unique and flavourful, but it tasted too heavy/oily so I was not able to finish it. The best pastry on the menu is definitely the nutty chocolate chip cookie. The cookie is warmed up, soft on the inside with tasty chocolate chips! Hopefully their other lunch menus are better because Maman is too cute to have disappointing menu options.

I am giving them 5 stars simply for daring to venture out of the irritating mundane and exploring flavours that I appreciate. I wish more food places in Toronto did this, including grocery stores but it's always the same boring offerings, urgh. I got their lavender hot chocolate, lavender cake, pistachio cake, tea cake and the chocolate almond pear pie. Enjoyed all of them! They kept well in the fridge too. When I bake, I reach for lavender, rose or other florals and when I use nut butters, I favour the likes of pistachio and cashew so I will always cherish the few places that think and create along these lines. Their customer service was good too.

*This review only reflects the brunch service. *For their brunch, I really appreciated how Maman don't have the typical egg benedict that you would see on every brunch's menu in Toronto. *You can make a reservation for their weekend brunch through email. *The staff are true Parisian, no Quebecois french (for those who cares....) *The service was amazing and tentative. *Quite and relaxing ambiance. -Matcha Latte - $5: The drink quality here are always consistent! Instead of normal milk, Maman servers the matcha latte with almond milk. I liked how the latte wasn't too sweet and you can taste the strong (almost grassy) taste of matcha, which is how I like it :). -Smoke Salmon served on blinies bread with yogurt sauce, lemon, dill & espelette pepper - $15: Friend loved it and licked the plate clean. -Croque "maman" with parisian ham, comté cheese and béchamel sauce (optional with a sunny side-up egg +$2) - $15: The croque madame, or "maman" came out piping hot and it was a huge portion! Without the egg, the sandwich would still have been really filling and it was worth the $13 price tag. The side salad had a bit too much dressings, but it was refreshing after having a heavy sandwich. Oh boy, I normally dislike the béchamel sauce as some tends to taste a bit too flour-y or bland, but this was incredibly flavorful and the sauce was not too thin nor thick. The cheese just slightly melted, creamy and buttery. Break the egg yolk and it will runs through your sandwich and mixes with the cheese and béchamel sauce, and it turns into this eating experience that is just beyond words. -Matcha green tea pancakes with blueberries, ricotta & shredded coconut - $14: The matcha flavor didn't come through and it was almost undetectable.I couldn't taste the ricotta nor shredded coconut either. The texture of the pancake was too doughy, dense and almost rubbery. I thought the portion was quite small for $14, but it was a good sized portion without making you feeling stuffed. The one positive thing I can think of was that the pancake was not too sweet, even with the syrup and whipped cream.

I'd give this place 5 stars on their decor alone. It has the cutest French country feel and I love every plate, flower, picture frame, chair, etc in there. Even the way they wrap their baguettes is perfection. Then I ate their food - wow. The pistachio bun was so good and went great with the cortado. The jambon baguette sandwich was so similar to ones I had in Paris. But the star of the meal was the lavender hot chocolate. I am not a hot chocolate fan but this drink made me a believer. A taste like no other drink I've had before. It is definitely a must-try. Bonus: outdoor terrace facing the financial district

Love love love the ambience here I really feel like I'm in a France cafe with the Easter- like decor of clay rabbits, the florals, and the rustic wooden tables. I went here during their happy hour which is from 5 to 7pm. They have such a unique cocktail menu, like Parcae, and my favorite from there was the Herbes de Provence ($14) - calvados, lillet infused with herbs, lemon juice, sugar and egg whites. For the pastries I recommend trying the eclairs ($4.50) - citrus light pineapple filling, and the canele - lemon filling. They have a new menu option that i really enjoyed with crostini tapas customized with toppings of my choice. I liked the anchovies with sundried tomato spread the most!

This place is lovely. Very cute decor with minimalist bunny rabbit accents - adorable! I love to come here for coffee dates. It's a bit more private than the rest of the First Canadian Place food court. There's very long harvest table seating, and if you come during off hours (maybe 10AM-11:30AM, and any time after 2PM?) - there tends to be free spots. The desserts are wonderful! I love the moist pistachio loaf, as well as the lavender blueberry loaf. They also have amazing cookies.

Still love their white chocolate blueberry lavender cake. Service definitely needs to improve! The staff just looked indifferent. Don't think I will return if their attitude remains the same.

I wanted to like this place, I really did. I came here for an afternoon treat. First of all, like with everything else in PATH, it took me forever to find this cafe. Turns out it's on the second floor, west side of the First Canadian Place food court, looks quaint, like catnip for Instagrammers. Baked goods wise they had croissants that looked very oily and the cakes which seemed too dense so I just ordered a cappuccino. The server did not seem interested in my presence. The cappuccino I received had a big heap of milk froth on top of it, not a good sign. I took a sip and threw it out, it was that bad. Back to Sam James I went to get a coffee worth the price. Two stars for the decor and because I feel guilty judging this cafe based on their coffee alone.

I have been anxiously awaiting this opening and they did not disappoint! I don't think the decor could get any better, it is beautiful, and inviting. French music playing and French staff really make you feel like you're no longer in the financial district. Perfect timing as the outdoor terrace is also now open. Today it was pay what you wish as 100% of proceeds went to a local charity. The breads and pastries are made in house, hence the delectable smell when you walk in. I got a skim milk latte and croissant. I didn't know croissants could be so perfect. It was buttery but crispy and light! The latte is also perfect, it is balanced and rich, not weak. I do believe I have found my new favourite coffee and bakery spot. Cannot wait to try their rotational lunch menu. Je suis amoureuse!

I'm such a sucker for packaging. This place is adorbs. Check out that fake bistro-patio look! Look at the white porcelain bunny vase with fresh flowers sticking out its ears! Check out the blue floral dishes and sticker on the package! Check out the seemingly worn-in, warm communal dining table! Check out my indiscriminate usage of exclamation marks!...!! Now, beyond the pretty package: This is pretty much strictly a casual lunch place. The menu isn't very extensive and you're limited to essential bakery goods. As long as you're down for bistro fare like a sandwich, quiche, or salad, you're OK. Expect hot foods and you'll want to search elsewhere. I opted for the croque Maman, which is essentially a croque monsieur - a sandwich of ham, housemade bechamel, then smothered in melted cheese. Served warm, it's one of the only warm-ish foods you can get other than the quiche. I felt my sandwich and the quiche were both OK, but a French colleague of mine felt that the bread in her sandwich was stale and that the quiche had too much of the other ingredients in it to really enjoy the egg flavour. If you plan to give Maman a try, aim for a time outside of the 12:00-1:00pm crazy rush. The lineup is lonnnnnggggg.