Versus Coffee

Versus Coffee is a total gem in Toronto. The beans here are absolutely on point, smooth, rich, and bursting with flavor. You can really taste the quality in every cup. Whether you’re grabbing a quick espresso or settling in with a pour-over, the coffee never misses. The vibe is chill, the baristas know their craft, and it’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back for your daily fix. If you’re serious about good coffee, Versus delivers.

Loved this place! The coffee was not only tasty but beautifully presented with colorful latte art that made it extra special. The avocado and feta toast was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and great vibes overall. Definitely worth a visit!

We checked out Versus Coffee and the coffee, lemonade and sandwiches were okay. The Dragonfruit Lemonade was okay. The lemonade was good. The dragonfruit addition to the lemonade was disappointing. It was more syrup tasting then real dragonfruit flavour. The Cortado was okay. It was more on the stronger acidic side. The Breakfast Sandwich with Turkey was okay. The sandwich was nicely toasted with a good amount of turkey. That said, this breakfast sandwich was missing something. The Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Ham was okay. It was nicely grilled but was missing something. The White Chocolate Macadamia Cookie was okay.

Nice little cafe with a beautiful patio. The iced Americano was smooth. The iced matcha was balanced and had no clumps or graininess. Staff were also very friendly!

I got the breakfast sandwich and was very disappointed. The bun was over toasted to the point it was crunchy, and the egg was over hard (not sure if that was intentional). I got the vanilla latte because the cashier said that was the only syrup they made in-house, and it was decent but not noteworthy. The cafe is small but we didn’t have a problem getting a table on a Saturday morning, and the ambiance was quaint.

This is a picture perfect example of Toronto coffee; everything from the interior design to the food and drink options and friendly, down-to-earth staff. I got the iced latte with caramel flavour and breakfast sandwich :) Their cookies are also $2, huge and delicious! I'm coming back for their affogato

Great cafe with a more home-y atmosphere to it. Their selection is standard, but it tasted good and the seating was pretty varied. Overall, not too bad.

Our go to place from last 4 years. We tried their Mocha and Avocado toast 4 years ago and been going there every weekend ever since. The staff is super friendly and nice. They take care of all your requests and the taste is spot on. Sometime’s it gets so busy you hardly get a spot to sit, but if you wait for a few minutes - chances are you might get a table. All of their other menu items are really good too. One of the best coffee places in Toronto

First time at Versus after hot yoga class with my friend. Service was great, we found a spot and the server will deliver the food to you. I had a mocha, my friend had an hot chocolate. We both love the beverage, the chocolate flavour is rich. The salmon bagel was great, I usually don't like bagel as the texture is hard but this one wasn't! This Place is very small but with good vibes. The cafe has a patio and a beautiful view , but unfortunately it was too cold for us, so we sat inside. Will definitely come back again in summer and enjoy the coffee in the patio with the nice weather.

Nice coffee place with a variety of drinks and food options. Prices are pretty reasonable and there is a nice patio outside.

Would rate coffee shop as mid.... Nothing really special, no fun specialty drinks :( The inside is quite basic and simple, it is VERY small inside when ordering, you might be stuck waiting outside behind the door. There is indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor is quite small and refined. Most everyone seated inside was working on their computers. I sat outside and sipped on my matcha latte with maple syrup. It was a glorious sunny day outside and lots of people were joined out on the patio. Overall, if you're looking for a simple coffee shop, this will be your go-to. If you're looking for a fun, cute, aesthetic place I'd suggest skipping this place :)

Nice quiet coffee shop to get work done! This coffee shop has a pretty simple drinks menu with some food items to enjoy as you chill, chat, or work here. Service is quick. The inside is a bit small, so you might have some difficulty finding seats if it's busy. However, they have a huge patio that would be great for when the weather gets warmer! Overall, good coffee and good small bites.

I loved this cute coffee shop! They had outdoor seating with plenty of umbrellas for shade and some cozy seating inside. My iced mocha latte was So good! I also went with 1 piece of salmon toast. I loved that they had the option to choose 1 or 2 pieces of toast depending on how hungry you are. It was fresh and delicious. The textures and flavors all went well together. Crunchy bread with savory salmon, salty capers, and cream cheese. If I lived in Toronto, this would be my go-to healthy coffee shop!

Touted as the best place to get an affagato in Toronto, so we made a point of finding it as it's our craving of choice right now. It sounded delish in the website so I couldn't wait to get here. The service was good, and it's a nice spot for coffee, breakfast and working apparently as a lot of people were inside and outside. They also serve alcohol, so had sone nice drinks on their menu, along with the usual coffee shop items. The affagato was amazing! Wish it wasn't served in a plastic cup, but the ice cream and espresso were nice and rich, and they did a nice crushed almond topping. Yum, delish, hit the spot, nice caffeine hit! If you fund this place I'd recommend you get this and anything in the menu sounded really good!

I've bookmarked this cafe for the latte art. Honestly was expecting a nicer aesthetic for the interior. I ordered a latte with the avocado toast. Coffee was okay. Food was definitely overpriced.

Sunday morning tradition, a breakfast sandwich and iced coffee on the patio outside. The staff are excellent. The breakfast sandwich is not bland at all, it's got a bit of a spicy kick which I personally think is delicious. The iced coffee is amazing, this is my favourite coffee shop in Toronto. Expect to pay around $20 for a coffee and a sandwich.

First class espresso and drip coffee along with tasty food ....a rare combination....seems to be one of the other at most cafes. And you could not ask for nicer people. Thank you for being awesome!!

Great grab and go spot! Overall: 4/5 - only giving it a 4 because of the price; otherwise a great spot to grab and go. It's a bit steep, similar to the rest of downtown Toronto. Food: 4.5/5 - they have a breakfast sandwich that has turned into my favourite breakfast sandwich in the GTA (although I haven't had many outside of Tim Hortons and McDonald's haha). Very tasty, with a spicy mayo and egg on a toasted sesame bun. I don't drink coffee though, so can't comment on that. Service: 5/5 - Fast, efficient, and very friendly staff! Lucky that this is right beside my work!

Today, we ordered a hot mocha, a lightly iced matcha, and two salmon toasts. I was blown away by the citrusy flavor on the salmon, and thought the dill was just enough. I highly recommend this shop for a great ambiance. The music was great for studying and blended into the ongoing soft conversations. Next time I come back here, I would order my drinks with less sugar. Otherwise, chefs kiss!

Versus Coffee is such a vibe. My Torontonian friend found this café for me (thanks Sai!) because I needed to do some work. There's plenty of outdoor seating on the patio (much more than their indoor section). I believe the inside café seats approximately 14-15 people at the time of my visit last week. Nearly everyone inside was working with a laptop. We were lucky to snag the corner spot even as we arrived at around 10:30 am ET. Wi-Fi is free for the first hour and a half. The website states if you need more time, you are asked to make a purchase. Having said that, you're going to want to buy something because everything on the menu from food, coffee/tea/smoothies to pastries looks and sounds absolutely delectable. Not on the menu, but request for latte art if you want some extra pizzazz in your coffee. Breakfast Sandwich ($6.25) - wasn't feeling very hungry, but as soon as I took a bite into this breakfast sandwich, I was suddenly ravenous. Contents include fried egg, tomatoes, spicy mayonnaise, dried parsley, and cheddar cheese between a perfectly toasted sesame bun. The sesame bun made this a sandwich to remember. Something so simple, yet scrumptiously satisfying. Bagel Salmon ($9.99) - slathering of cream cheese, fennel, capers, dried parsley, smoked salmon, cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil and sprinkle of pepper sandwiched inside a toasted sesame bagel. Had a bite of this, but immediately went back to devouring my brekkie samich. Avocado Toast ($9.99) - with an add-on of tomatoes ($0.50), avocado, goat cheese, spice seasoning, olive oil, lemon, and chili pepper flakes atop whole wheat sourdough bread. This looked truly appetizing and my friend confirmed it was good. Campfire ($5.25) - had never heard of this latte before, but a quick Google search led me to a coffee concoction garnished with marshmallows. I'm not particularly big on marshmallows, but unlike other coffee shops, Versus uses maple syrup (so Canadian!) in their latte and then topped with slightly torched mini marshmallows. This drink was absolutely delightful and oh, so smooth with its subtle caramel and nutty notes from the maple syrup. One would think it'd be super cloying from the maple syrup and marshmallows, but the ingredients actually added just the ideal amount of sweetness. Matcha Latte ($4.99) - was so ecstatic that my partner ordered his first latte ever! He meant to substitute with almond milk, but completely forgot. I enjoyed the latte, but he was hoping for more matcha in every sip. I had to explain to him that lattes are generally more milk forward. Will try to convince him to try matcha lattes in different cafes! Iced Latte ($5.25) - my friend enjoyed his double espresso shaken with oat milk. This coffee shop has superb lighting and whoever's playlist was on has great taste in music. I was able to concentrate and finish my work. Huge plus for access to outlets too! I appreciated the simply chic, yet calming and modern aesthetic of this place. One thing I did notice was the area leading up to the order counter is rather narrow and seeing firsthand how popular this place is, it can get quite crowded. There's a single washroom which requires a key to access. Versus Coffee has been around for seven years and I hope for its continued success in downtown Toronto. I would certainly come back just for the coffee and breakfast sandwich alone if I visit The 6 again. If you're looking for a place to work or just grab a bite/drink in downtown, look no further than Versus Coffee. Tl;dr *Excellent coffee (campfire!) and breakfast sandwich *Fair prices considering it is in the heart of downtown *Pleasant music *Comfortable place to work/study/pit stop if you don't mind the small space inside *Plenty of outdoor seats on the spacious patio

Super cute cafe with good food and quick service. I ordered an avocado toast and a hot caramel latte. The food was perfect and the service was quick.

5 stars all a round; the maple latte is a must have; the pastries are great too (had a cherry and Greek yogurt one to die for); great, friendly staff, cool atmosphere and music; very quiet so nice to relax or get a bit of work done.

Very cute café. Staff is very friendly. I love their colorful lattes and delicious avocado toast.

Cute coffee shop! Went on a weekday afternoon with a coworker and got a colourful hazelnut latte. It was smooth, creamy and needed no other additions. They can do a few flavours like maple, hazelnut, etc. Just be sure to ask for colourful latte if you want it to look like mine. Fyi - it does stain your lips so ensure you check yourself. Lol. Space is a bit small with limited seating so I recommend going solo or in pairs max. I would definitely return and recommend, chill vibes and would also be nice in summer when their little patio is open.

Obviously came here for the colorful latte but accidentally ordered the wrong thing at first. Ha ha let me explain, I originally ordered a chai latte w/ almond milk and asked for the colorful design. My total was $12. I thought to myself, wow! That's one expensive drink but there was a long line and I had already tapped to pay. Something told me to go back to the register to ask and it turned out the barista thought I wanted both a chai latte and a colorful latte (2 drinks). They didn't make the drinks yet and were able to refund me for one. Oddly, I'm not a coffee drinker so when my latte came out I was a little weary I wouldn't like it but it was actually very good. In America anytime I drink an coffee I get an instant stomach ache but here I was just fine. The inside was full (a small space with a couple of tables) so I sat outside on the patio to enjoy my drink. They have free WiFi and the code is on a letter board right at the entrance. I used the bathroom before I left. You need to ask for the key to use it. It was clean. The colorful lattes are not on the menu but they do have them and I'd definitely recommend popping in and enjoying the art.

Badass. This place is totally the type of coffee shop you hope to find while traveling. I was visiting Toronto for the first time for work and one of my afternoons was spent working here. Thank goodness we found this place on Yelp because it was a gem. Patio, wifi, coffee, food, and even cocktails, what's not to love? When my group of three arrived the place was popping. Being that it was a beautiful day, the patio was full of folks catching up or working and there was a line almost out the door to order. It was no worries because by the time we ordered, tables opened up so we could plop down to get some work done. While we were in line we couldn't help but notice the colorful lattes coming out from behind the espresso machine. I got the oat milk and my coworkers ordered a matcha and another latte. All three came out looking so beautiful it was hard to take our first sip. After all the photos were taken (Yes, we're all 3 Yelp Elite and we can't help ourselves), we finally enjoyed our drinks. While the space inside is small, the vibes are great and the wifi did the trick for us. If you need a coffee and you're up for a splash of color, Versus Coffee is where it's at.

Drink was mediocre. The mocha was very watery didn't even taste like a mocha. The flavoured lattes didn't have any flavour. We tried to push through and finish the drinks with an open mindset, but we couldn't. The cookie was decent, it was a little hard but no worries. The people who worked there were very nice but the coffee was not unfortunately. The ambience too seemed like a nice place. But overall 3/5 stars

Cute coffee shop to work from! Versus coffee has an adorable patio and even cuter space indoors for you to work/ study from! Strong wifi for connection and has an amazing 90s pop playlist in the background that is just at the right noise level. You can find most people around you are also busy working away on their laptops while sipping on their cup of joe! Came here in the afternoon on a weekday and found a spot, table big enough for 1 or 2 laptops. Got a fun pick-me-up - their coloured matcha latte. What a way to brighten up your afternoon! Please note that their milk alternatives are only oat and almond, no soy! They also have lactose free milk for your drinks if needed - you just have to ask for it. Staff are super friendly. There is only one washroom that requires a key to access, so the wait to use this was quite long. Would highly recommend this spot, as it was nice, bright and quiet!

My favorite coffee shop in Toronto. Made sure to go here every time I come and I usually walk 20 minutes just for their s'more-like latte. Big windows in a small cafe so it's ideal for small groups or by yourself.

I love coming here when I'm at the office! Super fresh, delicious, and whole ingredients in their snack offerings. I recently had the smoked salmon toast and it was DELICIOUS. I love the cream cheese they use - it's thick and tasty. The co-kow peanut smoothie is also super yummy. Love this place

A simply delightful coffee shop. The worker was very kind and offered a great suggestion when I had originally only asked for a plain iced tea (which they didn't have, but my elderberry hibiscus tea was a great alternative!). They have a lovely patio area outside where you can enjoy your drink/food, so it evens out with the very tiny interior. They were great about coming out to clean off tables that people had left too. A great spot for a refresher or bite to eat!

Got the colorful latte on the maple latte - not only pretty but really yummy! Cute seating area and fast service.

Great coffee shop near Church and Adelaide serving some of the most beautiful colourful lattes. I enjoyed the matcha latte I had and it makes for a great photo op. They also have a small patio and tables to work from indoors. However, the space isn't huge so maybe call in advance to check if you need a table to work from on the weekdays as it can get filled up. From photos, the space does look bigger than expected. The vibe is great and an ideal place to get some work done Downtown.

They have the best patio for a coffee shop in downtown. Not to mention.. their coffee is definitely a must try. Latte art is always on point. Generally i try something flavourful but when i went during the evening time- they were only left with plain croissants. But they were kind enough to give me 2 croissants for the price of 1 - cant get anymore nicer. Its a busy coffee shop - as it is expected, one of a kind (ordering nook is on one side and the seating area is on the other side of the entrance which is kind of cool

Versus is one of my favourite downtown cafés for a few reasons: 1) It's in a convenient location but about two blocks east of Yonge Street, meaning foot traffic is relatively calmer 2) It has a great spacious patio to enjoy the weather 3) I can get work done with their free wifi I'm a fan of their different lattes (i.e. chai, matcha), and the baristas seem to know their stuff. You can also purchase your own coffee grinds inside. The café itself is quite narrow, so if there is a bigger line, it will spill into the entryway or to the indoor seating area. Otherwise, it's a simple interior. I know I'll be back throughout the summer, and look forward to trying some of their food items.

Good spot in the financial district for coffee! Came on a weekday morning and it was not super busy. Very friendly staff. I ordered a matcha latte and had some time to sat on the patio to enjoy. Loved the patio vibe. Also got a cookie but was not the hugest fan. My total came to a little less than $10...on the pricier side for sure.

Just steps away from the heart of downtown, you can't go wrong with this place! Delicious drinks served by extremely friendly staff - I've never had a bad experience here. Quite a few seats inside, and there's patio seating as well for warmer weather. Highly recommended :)

Really great latte! The breakfast sandwich is excellent. We got a blueberry scone as well, and even though it was fresh out the oven, I've decided I'm not a scones guy. However the coffee is top notch. My latte was perfect and the espresso they use is bold and robust, but not acidic. Really enjoyed this little coffee pit stop.

Great little place with excellent coffee. The barista is excellent & staff is charming . Great vibe all around.

Great looking lattes and a nice spot. They don't have a huge pastry selection but their pastries were fresh. Will try this place again when we're back in Toronto.

Finished a night shift and had some time to kill so I used it as an excuse to check off another coffee shop on my bucket list. Walking in, I noticed seating on my right-hand side (one customer was enjoying his coffee), a washroom (customers only, key needed) straight ahead, and on my left, the counter to order and pay. I was immediately greeted by two employees with a smile and cheerful demeanor. I ordered the matcha latte (sweetened, I was asked which one is prefer) as well as the grilled cheese (I was offered addition toppings for an additional charge and/or chilli flakes but I opted for it "as is"). The matcha latte was delicious! Definitely on my top 5 list. The beverage was very smooth and though sweetened, the matcha flavor was not overpowered and definitely evident. As for the grilled cheese, don't be fooled by its simplistic presentation. It's one of the best grilled cheeses I've had! The sourdough bread was airy and perfectly buttered, and being thinly cut, the ratio of bread-to-cheese was heavenly. I'm also very pleased that they don't just give you plain ol' plastic cheese (thank goodness!) Just look at the grill marks! I enjoy that the seating area is sectioned off a little so you're not too bothered by the traffic of people coming in and out of the shop. As well, there's so much natural sunlight from the big windows. I also noticed that they have a patio for the warmer weather!

Early for a free walking tour (for which the tour guide never showed up), I stopped in to Versus to dry off and get a shot of caffeine to power the rest of my morning. It's a cute shop and the coffee was very good. I found a comfortable seat close to a power outlet and enjoyed my espresso while I ate up a bunch of their wifi. Nice spot, good coffee, good rest stop. [Review 10974 overall, 746 of 2019.]

Delicious, well made, espresso drinks. The Salmon toast was super tasty and the staff was friendly. I would absolutely recommend stopping here !

They use beans from my favourite roaster in Toronto, De Mello Palheta! My espresso had a rich body and was deliciously sweet and full-flavoured. There's air conditioning inside and a cute little patio.

A nice little place to grab sth quick. We went there on a Saturday noon, nearly a full house. Ordered Salmon open toast and spicy tuna sandwich. Vote for both, though I wouldn't mind a little less cheese in the latter. Also Didn't quite taste the difference between cappuccino and flat white. Welcoming and cozy place.

This is a great spot for espresso based drinks! They have excellent coffee options. However, the true star of the show are the toast options. Definitely above average avocado toast compared to your typical spot. The inside feels a little claustrophobic, but it is a place you do some work in (outlets available, wifi available, minimal indoor seating). The patio is nice in the summer and would highly recommend sitting outside!!

My colleagues introduced me to this cute little coffee joint. We walked the extra distance from our office because they said it was THAT good and they were craving drinks from there. Their opinions made me curious. So we got there after little me trying to keep up with their long-legged strides, and I ordered the iced latte with vanilla flavour. I took that first, virgin ship tentatively. And oh my! It was rich and creamy, with a hint of sweetness. Smooth drink. Love. The environment was cozy and bright. It was just a little bit small. And the service was prompt and friendly. A definite must visit!!

Stopped in for a quick breakfast and this coffee shop is just the cutest! some outdoor and indoor space, but it gets packed really quickly. They have a lot of unique drinks and the coffee was very good. The avocado toast with smoked salmon was also amazing and huge for the price!

Love my latte and it had made my day! They are many different choices and the avocado slices is amazing too.

TOP NOTCH perfect flat white on sat April 10th And some kind of snack item, amazing! Engaging staff and nice spot on Adelaide. Returning ASAP

Nice place to drink a cup of coffee while you do your remote work. Loved it! Me and my friend got an espresso and an americano and we were delighted.

One of the most aesthetic coffee shops in downtown Toronto! I love their minimalistic decor, and modern decor, it makes the whole space both inside seating and outside patio so comfy and enjoyable to stay for a whole afternoon. **They are not yet open for dine-in, but open for take out** Their avocado toast is one of the best I've had in toronto cafes! The avocadoes were served on top of organic rye bread, sprinkled with goat cheese, olive oil and some chili flakes for flavour. The toast is simple yet so delicious when pairing it with a cup of hot matcha latte. I saw from Instagram that they specialize in their super pretty coloured latte art on their hot latte drinks (coffee & tea), but I forgot to ask them for it when I was ordering, so if you want the colour latte art make sure to let them know! Overall their items are quite pricey, but the aesthetics of cafe just makes me wanna come again and again Avocado Toast $8.00 Matcha Latte $4.85

A little bit on the pricey side for coffee, but in my opinion, it's worth it. It's quite small inside, but they use the room wisely and there are lots of places to sit. I came here mid-week in the afternoon and it was full. Fortunately, we were taking out coffees to go. A lot more people came in while we were waiting. I tried the Campfire Latte. It was amazing! Cute combination of flavours, and a lot more that I want to try in the future. Their food looks delicious as well. Fresh, homemade and fairly healthy. As I've walked by again, I see that they have a large patio. I can't wait to come here for lunch, or a coffee and some people watching.

On a downtown trip to Toronto we stopped by this small cafe that was highly recommend on trip advisor. Definitely when you get a latte ask for it in coffee art or otherwise they will put it a Togo cup automatically even when dining in. I was not told this at the beginning and when I asked for it to be remade I was given a lot of sass and attitude. So I ordered another drink and paid the price for two. The food itself was average but still hit the spot.

Love the atmosphere and perfect for working / studying in! They have wifi and plugs readily available and when the weather is nice, their front patio is really cute!

Best madeleines ever! And amazing latte. Love this quaint little cafe.

Versus Coffee, a cosy and small cafe on Adelaide Street E serves one of the most colourful and beautiful latte art that tastes as amazing as it looks!! I got myself an almond milk latte with green colouring because dI was feeling drained and needed those natural green vibes! This cuppa latte had a slightly nutty aroma and tasted really light, just as I expected from the almond milk base. (I think my heart broke a little having to sip into and destroy this masterpiece though) Their latte is quite pricy with the added colour and tax after, but it's well worth the couple of bucks and you'll be a smiles :)