Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe

The best Sicilian Side Walk Cafe in Toronto. Gelatinous delicious authentic Italian ice cream 🍦 shop. Won many prestigious awards for their menu. Stop by if you are in the area and treat yourself.

Came here during the rush of Taste of Italy and was craving for Italian food given the lack of at the event. Ordered the aracini and the pistachio gelato and the aracini was crispy and packed with tomato sauce - yum. The gelato however, was a huge disappointment. The flavour tasted very artificial and lacked pistachios. The moment I saw the colour (light green) of the gelato, I knew it was going to taste bad. I would avoid at all cost. It was very busy on a Saturday but our waitress only served three tables and she moved at a snail’s pace. She was never aware of her surroundings and it took her 20 minutes to take our order and another 10 minutes ti give us our bills. All in the meanwhile she was chitchatting with her colleagues. Tall, slim figure with a very long ponytail - didn’t catch her name but she was not good at serving at all.

The patio is nice, but we weren’t offered to sit down or see a menu. The person at the counter just said to go or for here, no hello, no welcome - completely unwelcoming and felt like we were an inconvenience. We got ice cream as that seemed like the only option and it wasn’t anything special and tasted like ice box - ice cream from the grocery store. I’m not sure why this place has such a high rating, it’s very outdated and the reviews don’t match the experience we had. I wouldn’t recommend it and I probably won’t return.

Awesome coffee and service. Mario an awesome guy, fantastic coffee and cannoli and absolutely great charcuterie boards. You HAVE to visit this place, you will definitely have to visit again.

Really loved their Tartufo! Can’t wait to go back and try different menu items.

Has a good Nutella taste to it, you should try it (ps service is a little slow as you can see

Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe truly nails the dessert game! The customisable waffles were an absolute highlight—pairing vanilla and tiramisu ice cream was the perfect combination. The tiramisu ice cream had this delicate yet powerful flavor that instantly won us over. My friend loved it so much, they’re planning another trip from Hamilton just for more! The atmosphere was laid-back and enjoyable, though a cozy booth or couch section would take it to the next level - highly suggest that for the cafe. Overall, it’s a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth looking for quality desserts in a welcoming setting!

Since 1959 peeps! Now that is a long time in any business but in the food industry it’s unheard of. Maybe this is why you stay with time honoured, by hand recipes. No gelato mixes here! Classic granitas, great sandwiches, but always always come for the lemon and chocolate gelato. There is nothing finer. Keeping it in the family creates delicious products that are classics that never go out of style. Add a good coffee and a few biscotti and the world is a fine place. Always support the ones that may not be trendy but are and always have been great

I thought the tiramisu gelato on the waffle cone not only was tasty but a generous amount of the creamy dessert was impressive. I would recommend this sweet concoction. Eat away! It was quite airy with no other customers. Thinking it was near closing time when I visited. They had a couple of flat screen TVs with the same NBA basketball game being televised.

Food: 4 Stars Service: 3 Stars Ambience: 3 Stars Fill Factor: Satisfied I am rarely in Little Italy but for some reason this year I decided to check out the Taste of Little Italy and while walking around had a craving for some sweets so dropped in this place. The menu consists of ice cream, waffles, crepes, sandwiches and my favourite milkshake among other things. I immediately gravitated towards the waffles and milkshake naturally. I ended up ordering the Nervoso waffle (espresso ice cream, chocolate chips and chocolate sauce) as well as a canoli milkshake. The espresso ice cream was great with a nice coffee taste and the waffle was fluffy and soft. I didn't find the waffle to be overly sweet as well which is great in my book. As for the milkshake, there were chunks of canoli in there which I wasn't really expecting as I thought the canoli would be ground down to much smaller pieces. The taste was just like a vanilla milkshake so I am not sure if it was worth it to order this instead of just a regular milkshake. I probably would not order this again. In terms of service, it was fairly busy when I was there due to the festival so I found the service to be ok but nothing amazing. I was on the patio which had a lot of seating and was really nice to be on a hot summer day. Overall I had a nice experience here at Sicilian Cafe. I enjoyed the ice cream waffle though I did find things a tad on the pricier side but despite that would definitely return.

Really good coffee, and nice servers, foods always been good and the desserts are really what shines. But if you have somewhere to be and you're looking for a quick dine in -- doesn't matter how empty and slow it is inside it'll take forever to get your bill.

We stopped in late afternoon for a Sicilian & Spanish coffee. Quiet, clean & empty this time of day. Couldn't resist a scoop of spumoni ice cream. Definitely recommend all three. Service was quick and friendly. Would absolutely return.

I am very disappointed in Sicilian for how I was treated at the cafe yesterday. It was a busy night but our server never once came by to check in to take our order etc. I was always flagging her down. Had to wait 20 minutes to place our order, and waited over 45 minutes after that just for the server to tell us she never even put our order through to the kitchen yet (leaving us sitting around) and that the crepe machine was broken. If she put the order through at the proper time I would have got my order, as others around me who came after us got their crepes. Wasted over an hour an a half of my time here for nothing. I was patient but she thought she could gloss over serving us, giving more attention to larger parties. Her excuse was that everyones been waiting - but from what I saw we were sadly just stuck with her poor service. The other waitresses were working hard getting orders out. No apologies from her either and the other dessert we got should have been on the house. She has dark hair and brows, lots of ear piercings and a bad attitude. I have been frequenting Sicilian for over 20 years and my family has been for even longer and I will no longer be returning.

This was such a cool find in Toronto. Gotta say it was the worth the 30 minute walk I took lol. When we first came in, there was no host but the waitress told us to sit anywhere we like. One guest wanted an order super specific and I thought perhaps maybe the restaurant wouldn't be able to accommodate it but to my surprise, they did. It also came out pretty fast as well. I'm surprised that with the size of the food - it didn't have to take long. I ordered a Nervoso crepe and oh my god...it was huge lol. I just wanted a small dessert after I had poutine (earlier) and didn't expect a massive crepe right infront of me. Regardless, I finished it and every bite was delicious. The server was attentive and such a pleasure to have around.

Come for the cannoli and not for the bruschetta. On a rainy Saturday, there was plenty of tables available in the afternoon. The desserts looked delicious so we ordered the original and hazelnut cannoli and since we wanted something salty to go with it, we also ordered the bruschetta. The bruschetta were disappointing. It tasted like a mild chunky salsa over toast. It looked nice, but I could have made that taste better for a cheaper price. The cannoli were delicious and pretty big. The original was good but I really liked the hazelnut spread in the hazelnut cannoli. Overall, the service was patient and friendly, the cannoli were delicious, but the bruschetta was a real bummer. If I ever return, I would want to try their crepes because they looked

I always IN for sweet and staying out late on a Saturday night! After having Japanese sushi, we looking for a place for a night Cap and my date suggested going to Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe for some crepes! She really knows how I roll! Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe is not one of those girly Cafe... Nothing Girly with Leaf's Game showing on TV (aside from the Leaf's being girly and they suck big time..?? that's a different story!) Freshly made Crepes/Waffles seems to be the most popular thing on the menu... So we decided to share a ice cream crepes... that was so yummy... but the tiramisu was one of the worst and the driest one I ever have! SKIP the cake!! Order anything else but that!! I have to give credit for Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe to stay open till 3 AM on Friday and Saturday night... What's better to have one of those crepes after a whole night of drinking?

They should get perfect stars because there icecream is that good and priced great why don't they get perfect stars .it's because of the bad service they seem angry Like if you walk in there your making them work . It's been like this for years . There icecream can be found all over the GTA at most bakeries and high end stores . Bad energy always from staff . If all care about is tips work on your attitude .

All the gelato flavours taste amazing. My favourites right now are the tiramisu and hazelnut. never disappointed. Even the pastries and cakes and delicious. Can't wait to keep coming back to try more.

You need to come here! Friendly staff, good gelato, and the best best best prosciutto panini.

I would rate my overall experience as 3.5! They have a medium sized outdoor area and we were seated quickly! The service was just okay.. There were sweet servers and there were others that seemed to rush everything and that's the main reason I gave it a 3.5. I ordered Tiramisu ice cream which was DELICIOUS! The ice cream it self deserves a 5 star! It was served with biscuits soaked in espresso and topped with whipped cream and coco powder! It is a must! It's average priced; we got a beer, cider and shared the Ice cream, the total price was about $25.

When I was much younger I used to often go to this spot because I felt that it was a legitimate cultural experience. It made me feel exotic. All fancy and sophisticated.... mainly because the name didn't rhyme with Boffee Bime. Of course, I had never really figured that real Italian culture had nothing to do with generic ice cream slopped over fat batter waffles. There is a nice patio though. If by "nice" you mean "you can sit outside".

One of my favourite spots to bring the kiddos for breakfast / lunch!!! Very laid back atmosphere. What I feel to be great prices, coupled with a very friendly eating experience. Wether it be for breakfast for late night snack, it's always an enjoyable experience.

I met a friend of mine here. It was in the snowy Sunday afternoon before closing. There were not so many customers, but I felt relaxed. There were TVs and there were many seats and tables. They have lots of desserts and pastries. They have varieties of coffee and espresso and combination of espresso and Ice cream. They have tea and juice, too. It is nice. The prices are pretty reasonable. I really liked this place. Desserts and pastries are very delicious. The service was good. The young lady with a pair of glasses was very kind and gentle. I would love to come back there again.

I've been to Sicilian Sidewalk café plenty of times and I really like it! I find the prices to be reasonable, the food and the portions are great, the coffee drinks are very enjoyable and the staff is always friendly. I never felt rushed at this café; it's always comfortable and fun. I also love their big menu and the variety of food, desserts, and drinks! Every time I visit this café I've only seen one server for the entire place (I've been there during the mornings only) and when it gets a tad bit packed the service can get slow. I see people at the cafe a bit upset with the slow service, but what can the server do? There is only one person for the entire place, that person can't serve 10 people at once. The place needs more waiters/waitresses! I've only had one bad experience at Sicilian Sidewalk Café which was that my water glass was not cleaned properly, it had a funky smell and it totally grossed me out. Despite that, I gave this place another shot and had a yummy and clean experience. I plan to enjoy this café again!

A cafe located in the heart of Little Italy neighbourhood. A nice place to drop by and take a rest. I only took out one of the baked goods and it tasted good so I would like to say I do like this cafe.

My friends and I came here after we had dinner at another restaurant. This cafe is really cute and nice because the waitress doesn't bug you and rush you to leave. The only flaw is that the waitress did not check on us after we placed our initial orders. We would have liked to have received waters with our orders. I had to leave our table to ask the waitress to bring us glasses of water. I had to do this twice before she brought them to us. I also had to track the waitress down to order another latte. I just wish she would have checked on us to see if we needed anything. This experience was definitely a 2 out of 5. However my friends really enjoyed the desserts that they purchased. The crepe with ice cream is huge and it looked delicious! My friend loved it! Another idea for this cafe would be to offer gluten free entrees and desserts.

*3.5 stars* This is my go to place when my friends and I are craving crepes/waffles when in Little Italy. Prices are reasonable- I think it was roughly $8 for a waffle and $7 for a crepe and the portions are large. There's a wide selection of desserts so you may end up mulling over the menu for awhile. It's a cute, old school mom and pop cafe feel to it which is a nice contrast to other places that go for the stark white or dark espresso wood decor. I chose the Tanti Baci crepe which is a crepe with 2 large scoops of bacio ice cream, nutella and hazelnut inside. Delicious. I also had the Americano which I left unfinished. Halfway through, I found it to be bitter. Meh...maybe I'll just stick to the desserts next time.

i gave 3 stars because the sorbet is made with syrup instead of real fruits (well can't expect too much i guess), but it's a lovely treat in summertime, sitting in nice little patio is just so relaxing. sicilian coffee is thumbs up!

Came here the other night to show my cousin Little Italy in Toronto. The service was actually quite good this time and there was no freezer burn in my ice cream. This place will remain my 'go to' stop when in Little Italy.

I came here with two of my friends to eat desserts and avoid the cold(it was 10 p.m. on Friday night) Food: We ordered different variations of ice cream + whipped cream + drizzled sauce. I ordered chocolate ice cream with whipped cream drizzled in caramel sauce. What I found interesting was that the chocolate ice cream was covered with a thin layer of chocolate. It was delicious!! Just the right amount of sweets to end the night! Service: A friendly young lady took our order and gave us our order. The only thing that she was not able to do was split the bill (due to large crowds coming in after World Cup matches). Atmosphere: It was warm and cozy- the lighting was dimmed, so that people can enjoy food and talk. Although it was really crowded that day, we still had a good time. I would visit here again to try other items!

This is my default place to come for dessert if I happen be in the area. The gelato ice cream is excellent and the choices are pretty good.

Several weeks ago, I finally decided to venture here after seeing the delicious looking pics on the page for this cafe. I was not disappointed by the experience. Having recently become a big waffle fanatic, the two ice-cream flavors on my Tutto Noce waffle held their shape for quite awhile and if they did start to melt, did it at a leisurely pace. Both flavors were also tasty even though I prefered the hazelnut flavored Nocciola. The waffle was also firm enough that it did not soften too quickly under the liquid weight of the frozen creams. I also had a Rocca Noce blended frozen cocktail and I could taste the distinctiveness of the Frangelico through all that creamy sweetness of the irish cream de cocoa, the nocciola ice-cream and the whipped cream topping. I will definitely be back again in the warmer months to satisfy another Italian-style waffle and ice-cream craving :-)

So worth the drive from Mississauga. Understaffed at times but their friendly and apologetic. Great ambience, great selection and lots to choose from

Good gelato. We got pistachio, mint choc chip, tiramisu and banana. The banana was a little artificial tasting (if you want the best, go across the street to Dolce Gelato), but still good, but the tiramisu was awesommmme! Nice friendly service by the young guy in there.

I got the pazza I just really wanted a crepes no ice cream but didn't have it on the menu but it was still good. My bf had sorbet he didn't like it very much and parking was nearly impossible on Saturday night

I'm changing my original review. The service is so bad here that after 10 minutes, I did not get so much as a hello. I actually walked out ahead of a server who had nothing at all to say.

Im a big fan of cappuccino but it's hard to find a good cappuccino with real mousse. I highly recommend here. I ate tiramisu but i didn't like it. I couldn't find a real italian taste. Cappuccino is 5/5 but tiramisu is 2/5

I don't think I've ever had good service at the Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe, yet, somehow I always manage to find myself back there. It's got a large patio which is great for people watching - if you can get a seat. Most recently I had the Tanti baci crepe - nutella and crushed hazelnuts in between the crepe layers, which is then folded over two generous scoops of baci ice cream. Putting the nutella and hazlenuts in between the crepe layers was a little detail, but genius - it was like a layer of cake wrapped around the ice cream. I found it weird that the server brought my coffee with the milk already in the coffee, instead of on the side like most places; I don't remember them doing that before. I suggest the owners hire more staff to serve patrons more efficiently, but I guess they figure if people keep coming back, they don't need to.

Dessert is solid here. Crepe, Waffle, Tartufo, etc.... Get some ice cream. Try the coffee and zabajone flavours. Zabajone is wine and egg nog. It sounds weird, but trust me it's good. The service is taking a beating in these reviews, but mainly it's because they're busy. At peak times just be a bit more aggressive about getting their attention and you'll be fine. Service is friendly, but it's just slow when there are lots of patrons. They have a laid back vibe. To some degree, that's part of the territory. The patio is also in a perfect location on College, on a bend in the road, so you can see a long way off.

In the sea of restaurants, gelaterias and bars that is Little Italy, I think you'd have to live here a lifetime to visit every jaunty establishment...but when the summer comes, my focus hones in on places with a) patios, b) booze and c) dessert. So how exciting is it to find a place that combines all three? Sicilian's is just that...a great place to hang out pre-dinner, after-dinner or maybe FOR dinner if you've got a mammoth sweet tooth. They've got a lovely patio, friendly wait staff and, on really nice summer nights, a line out the door! But let's be honest, the thing that really whips people up about this place (pun totally intended) is the dessert. And it's a well-deserved hype. Whether you're craving cake, pie, crepes, waffles, tartufo or sundaes...they have it all...and it's most likely smothered in chocolate, carmel, whip cream and/or nutella to boot. But the best thing has got to be the gelato itself. Authentic Italian flavours (bacio, nocciola, pistachio, spumoni...you name it, they've got it) that melt in your mouth, make your tastebuds rejoice and then travel to your hips where they set up camp (much to my chagrin). But it's so good, it doesn't matter...and if that's not enough and you want more? You can buy your very own tub of each flavour and take them home where you can chill out on your own patio and indulge. A great neighbourhood establishment with a bustling atmosphere that everyone can appreciate. With alcohol and coffees also available, there's something for everyone. Another bonus? Pretty inexpensive too!

Location: 712 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1C3 Price: $$ Service: Good This place has one of the best waffle in Toronto! It is just sooo good... Crunch on the outside and warm and soft on the inside. I am usually a crepe person but man was I disappointed with their crepe. It was hard and thick- not good at all. If you are choosing between the two, definitely go with the waffle. It was amazeballs and the waffle goes with all the flavours that they have! The server was really nice and checked up on us often. Verdict: must try!

I don't know much about the italian food culture aside from pastas, pizzas, and calzones, but when it comes to ice cream and gelato, I'm all for it. After one of my cousins said that the gelato crepes at Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe were the best ever, I knew I had to try for myself. The place has a nice patio, and I imagine it would be a pretty popular spot in the summer. The prices of the desserts were very reasonable, bordering on the side of cheap for the portions that you get. There were three of us and we ordered a crepe to share and found the portions to be just enough. Mind you though we already had a lot to eat before that. Tanti Bacci Crepe -Bacci ice cream, Hazlenuts, Nutella chocolate spread, and whipped cream I think my cousin wasn't too far off from describing it as the best crepe he's had in Toronto. It was in fact very very good. It looks so simple, but it was the little details that made it much better than some other crepes I've had. First off, the whipped cream was real whipped cream. None of that artificial stuff that comes from a can. It was so creamy and really smooth. The two generous scoops of ice cream itself was like eating Ferrero Rocher. it had little bits of hazelnut inside the ice cream that somehow were still crunchy despite being refrigerated with the ice cream. The actual hazelnut bits gave it extra crunch, and weren't stale like some nuts you get from other crepe places. What impressed me the most was the crepe. it was made to just the right thickness and had a nice elasticity/chewiness to it. I think I would've enjoyed eating just the crepe by itself. I also wanted to point out that the chocolate sauce and crepe was folded in a way that the ice cream did not make the crepe soggy when it melted. Hard to explain, but as a result of it, even the last bite tasted like eating a fresh new crepe. I can't vouch for anything else on the menu, but from this one dessert alone, II would definitely come back again.

What I've come to expect from a good Italian bakery/cafe is the selection and assortment of said baked goods coupled with delicious Italian pressed coffee. That's sort of what I received here. The pastries I was really looking forward to, were very limited, so I wasn't that impressed. First off, the sweets weren't on display, everything is ordered off a menu. This would be fine, if only they didn't tell you to ask the waitress about the pastries written on the menu. Often times, people don't know what some particular pastries are called or even look like, so the display, in my opinion, is important. Unfortunately, they only had three cakes in the window, which were also the only ones available. In addition to perhaps a handful of other things, it was disappointing from what I'm used to and prefer. They have crepes and waffles- but I gotta say, I'm personally not really going to an Italian Cafe for things I can get at any dessert place. If you are, it's here and they look good. They have ice cream too, I give them that. I ordered two different types of cannoli which I think are a staple dessert in a cafe like this. They were fair sized, tasted good, but the consistency of cream was a bit too runny and soft for both the pistachio and original chocolate chip. Not like the denser, creamier whipped mascarpone you would expect in a great cannoli, really. The latte and iced tea were fine, nothing different, great or fancy. Overall, I'd choose another cafe in this area of Little Italy, personally. There are several alternatives around which have more selection, fresh baked breads and pastries. I was really tempted to walk 2 minutes east for something more.

If you're going to use Sicilian in your name, you best make sure your gelato is the real thing; artisanal. Their pistachio looked like some sort of mint concoction. The color was all wrong. I gave it a taste anyway. It was some sort of artificial or chemical attempt at a stand in for the real thing. Truly awful. An embarrassment to all things Sicilian.

I have tried to understand time and time again what the big deal about this place is. Have visited several times and still just don't get it. The service is bad, the food is just ok. It must be the patio then.

This place still does and always will have a place in my heart. That being said, I'm much too patient for my own good. Service does suck, but if you can wait it out or are in a group that doesn't mind waiting around and just talking the ice cream and drinks are quite delicious. Have gone here about 5 or 6 times now. Very slow to greet, but talking with others made that ALMOST forgivable. Almost. After finally getting service I almost always have the Meccanotte Waffle and a Mafioso (vodka poured over lemon ice). Honestly that drink, to me, makes the place worth it. The waffle is delicious, combining flavors amazingly, with delicious sauces and ice creams. And the lemon ice is to die for. Waiters did take a long time to take plates away, and even when they did, it took about 30 to 45 minutes between the time they cleared our table and the time they gave us our bill. Overall, 3 stars is the most I can give it, mostly because the service is just so terrible. I would also recommend going during the annual "Taste of Little Italy". You get live music and entertainment while waiting for the waitress to serve you :)

The waffles were amazing, my favourite was the Tanti Baci waffle, the desserts don't lack flavor but our server needed a scoop of ice cream himself because he was very bland.

A hidden gem!! Okay, not so hidden, but I've been walking past this place for years with zero desire to go in, but was looking for cannoli a few days ago and Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe came up in my search. I went on a Sunday for lunch with my parents -- we ordered a couple different panini (veal, grilled veggie, and spicy sopressata) and they were all excellent and so cheap considering the quality and the neighborhood. Coffee was just okay. As for the cannoli, they are made fresh to order and definitely taste like it!! So many other tempting desserts and gelato flavors too.... Service-wise, staff was very friendly but this probably isn't the best place if you're in a really big rush (which I wasn't). Alternatively, I liked that we didn't feel pressured to rush out as soon as we finished our meal. I can def see myself returning here a lot, especially when the patio is open as the decor inside is pretty dated (which is probably why it took me so long to finally eat here -- I judge books by their covers a lot).

This is another excellent patio for people watching in Little Italy. Open quite late. They serve all sorts of coffees, ice creams, plus ice cream and coffee combinations. YUM. The waffles are flippin huge and come topped with mounds of ice cream. Good for sharing. Nor can you go wrong with the nutella crepe topped with hazelnuts. Service can sometimes be a tad slow, but nothing too unreasonable.

I really enjoy the food and coffee here. That being said I had to write this review based off of the poor customer service at this cafe. It is truly a mess, it is so frustrating to want to love a place that does have good quality dessert and coffee and that is open late! But it's like they lack basic knowledge of how to treat their customers! Every time I come here, busy (which I would understand) or dead, whoever the waiter/waitress is takes forever. They drop the menus on the table, don't even greet you and walk away immediately from the table, you literally can't even get a drink order in! They act as if they are doing YOU a favor.. they don't even come in and check up on you. Also always takes forever to order the bill. I don't even understand. I love this place. I just wish they would seriously work on their lack of customer service. Not a good or welcoming feeling walking into a business you'd like to enjoy and feeling like you are unwanted.

A wide range of cakes, waffles, crepes, gelati, tartufi and other Italian desserts can be ordered with a good cup of coffee or any sort of espresso (or something stronger and/or crowned with whipped cream) at this bustling College Street cafe, plus there's decent panini and a tasty antipasto plate (love the spicy olives!) if you're around for lunch or a snack. It's spacious and bright and reasonably priced, the patio is great for people-watching, and it stays open late, but... the service is irritatingly slow, even when it's not exactly packed full! If you're patient, come here with friends and spend some time chilling out and indulging your sweet tooth, but if you just want to pop in for a coffee and a bite to eat you might be better off elsewhere.

Great place. The service is very friendly and prompt. My espresso was perfect. I had tiramisu, and it was solid. I have had better but this one was tasty and smooth, and nice but not amazing. Next time I go (and there will be the next time), I will try something else. If you are planning to take crepes or waffles - the portions are huge - so you have been warned! :)

C and I had last been here in 2001. At that time they served a pastry called "phantom cake." It was so memorable that we searched for this place. Sadly, the current staff had never heard of it. So we munched on canoli's and enjoyed espressos and coffees. Service: 3 star Ambiance: 3 stars Cuisine: 4 stars

Waaiiitt hold up.. no one has reviewed this place yet? Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe is probably THE dessert/cafe place in Little Italy. Most people I talk to and mention cafe in Little Italy instantly have an image of this place. They have a load of fresh cakes and gourmet pastries (including mouth watering waffles and rolled up crepes) and they consistently amaze me with their rich taste. This is definitely a place worth checking out if you're in Little Italy and looking for an espresso with a sweet treat.

Good location, nice patio, and the food is all well priced and pretty tasty. Im a fan of the breakfast options, and the orange juice they serve is delicious and a good sized serving versus the mini glasses found at some places. The gelato is alright, but there are a few places within a block radius that are better. The patio is good size with options both on College and the side street it sits on the corner of, but I agree with the other reviews on here... The major problem with this place is the service, or lack there of. They always seem understaffed. I've been there numerous times on the weekend when only one person is running between all the tables inside and on the patio outside. The service almost makes me want to give the place 2 stars but its only been an actual issue a couple of times, and I continue to come back so it must be A-OK afterall.

I remember the first time I came here almost a decade ago, and thought it was such a wonderous little place. Time hasn't been kind to this Little Italy dessert stop. The cannoli (original flavour) and gelato (baci and banana flavours) were both just ok. The waffle was a bit limp, though the sprinkling of nuts and spread of nutella were pretty generous. Service was also slow despite the fact that there were hardly any other patrons there. Sad to see a once lovely place seem so mediocre.

Oh, the enjoyment I have experienced on this patio! If dessert is ever on my mind (which, to be honest, it usually isn't, but sandwiches usually are, and they have those too), this place usually follows as the answer. The crepes are giant (as big as my arm- we measured one time), and the waffles even more so. But the real secret, I think, to the particular deliciousness that hides in these walls is: the ice cream. Their own special brand that is made on site (at the adjacent Sicilian Ice Cream Company), it really stands out as being the main feature of all the dishes they put it in. My favourite is the Zabajone, which they once described to me as vanilla with a kind of eggnog flavour. Oh mercy, how I love it. Anyway, they also have a pretty long list of breakfast foods, and a good choice of sandwiches. They are very tasty, but I would prefer it if they came with something on the side- other than the olives which, don't get me wrong, I love-- cuz they're not exactly huge (as my arm, of course). It's a fun place to sit and have a long conversation because you think you're just going to have a sandwich...then you have a San Pellegrino, then you split a crepe, then you have some coffee...