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Crosstown Coffee Bar

Cafe Coffee shop

Charming coffee spot with smart decor & outdoor seating offering upscale drinks & light bites. People often mention coffee, owners, great, good, friendly, nice, Great, service, Nice, cozy,


Address

187 Highbourne Rd, Toronto, ON M5P 2J8, Canada

Website

www.appelkoos.com

Contact

+1 647-347-7738

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (386 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 7 am to 4 pm
  • Wednesday: 7 am to 4 pm
  • Thursday: 7 am to 4 pm
  • Friday: 7 am to 4 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 3 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 3 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (36) owners (15) great (14) good (11) friendly (10) nice (9) Great (9) service (8) Nice (7) cozy (7)
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  • 5/5 Monika J. 1 year ago on Google • 105 reviews
    A great little neighborhood coffee shop. Really good coffee and fresh, delicious baked goods. Comfortable ambience and a nice sized patio in the summer. Friendly, fast service. Nice assortment of knick-knacks too! A neighbourhood favourite, for sure. Definitely worth a visit! ☕🥐
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 joe s. 1 year ago on Google • 202 reviews
    Cozy and comfortable. Excellent coffee and pastries served by the owners offering friendly and efficient service. Comfortable seating indoors or out on the patio on a quiet side street. This will be my place for morning coffee.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brandon C. 11 months ago on Google • 211 reviews
    Stopped in here with a few friends for some cold brews on a nice warm day. People working here were very pleasant and efficient. Nice atmosphere inside, but some nice tables and benches to sit on outside (where we sat). We were happy to support this local business!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hadi A. 7 months ago on Google
    The two nicest people you will meet in your life. Great coffee.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mehrara 2 years ago on Google • 44 reviews
    This place is definitely my new favorite cafe! The owners are lovely, I felt welcomed as soon as I stepped in!! The coffee and the sandwiches taste amazing, and the place is super cute and cozy!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Behina M. 2 years ago on Google • 86 reviews
    Very cute. I love the atmosphere, it’s very calming. The staff are great. One of the best oat milk matcha lattes I’ve had. They got some books if you like to read. The had 2 comfy armchairs, to high chair looking out the glass, and a few tables with regular chairs. So you can work, study, or hang out with friends and chill.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steph J. 1 year ago on Google • 39 reviews
    Good coffee and pastries! The owners are really nice!! Cozy and great music playing. You can get some work done or just chill. Takeout service is quick as well.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eric J. 5 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Fantastic neighbourhood coffee haven that we always love to visit. The owners are immensely friendly and welcoming, as is the smell of fresh croissants & the soothing sounds of Jazz and Swing. Oh, and they make fantastic coffee as well!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mari R. 2 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    We absolutely love this cozy cafe which is steps away from our house. A great feature to the neighborhood, not only is the coffee great, their freshly made organic sandwiches are such a yummy addition. We've honestly been addicted! :) Keep up the delicious work. 😊
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anastasiia K. 6 months ago on Google
    one of my favorite places! love it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 B K. 8 months ago on Google
    Best cafe in Midtown. Nice sandwich, cookies, and coffees. Kind staffs. Clean spaces.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bold O. 2 years ago on Google
    I got the turkey avocado sandwich, a cookie with Oreo crumble on top, and a coffee. All were excellent. The servers were very friendly and pleasant. The price of the cookie and the coffee is comparable to other independent cafes in the area. The sandwich was a bit cheaper than the average. Worth the price! As I waited, I took a look at some of their wares. You can buy interesting coffee makers, including the Aeropress, and there is a selection of jewelry, cards, soaps, etc. The decor is really pleasant.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chenshu Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here early in the morning when the shop just opened. Enjoyed a warm turmeric latter and brownie while it’s dark and cold outside. A very delightful and relaxing experience. Shelter for life.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anthony C. 1 year ago on Google
    Cute comfortable coffee shop. Quick and friendly service. Drip coffee is a good price and banana loaf was good
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Timofée L. 3 months ago on Google • 15 reviews New
    Great mom and pop cafe. Very simple and clean food ! My toddler enjoys going there to have a snack while I get recharged with cappuccino. There are books and even figurines if you have a toddler. I love the cozy decor and space.

  • 5/5 Marzi F. 7 months ago on Google
    My husband and me coming here almost each weekend just for their amazing apple loaf and avocado sandwich, today we tried their chocolate toffee muffin too and it was so fresh and good . Definitely recommend this place for those who want to enjoy Sunday brunch somewhere out 😊

  • 5/5 Zo Z. 11 months ago on Google
    I was walking around the neighbourhood with my grandma and we stumbled upon this incredible coffee bar. She is gluten intolerant and they provided a variety of gluten free options that are delicious from muffins, to brownies and sandwiches. I have gone here three times now and have tried the turkey avocado, ham and cheese and chicken salad and we enjoyed it so much. I also got a latte and it was really great as well. The people who work here are also so nice and give excellent service. Although a little pricier it’s definitely worth it as you are getting high quality stuff. Will keep coming back.

  • 5/5 Gliselle M. 6 months ago on Google
    Friendly and polite owners. Best matcha in midtown. Coffee is delicious. Best muffins ever. Flaky, buttery croissants!

  • 5/5 Restore & R. 1 year ago on Google
    Great vibe, amazing owners, very good coffees, excellent baked goods - ALMOND CROISSANT, you’re welcome :)

  • 5/5 Julien A. 11 months ago on Google
    Excellent coffee spot in Midtown Toronto. One of the best and definitely my favorite in the city! The owners are extremely nice and welcoming. Great coffee and pastries. The neighborhood is also nice and quiet so its great to sit outside and relax. Very cozy spot. Easily the best cafe I've been to in Toronto, and trust me... I have been to many.

  • 5/5 Feng L. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good espresso and cappuccino, the milk texture was top notch, espresso slightly over extracted but still very good

  • 5/5 Stuart R. 4 months ago on Google
    The owners are really nice. They have consistently good drinks. The atmosphere is very cozy and well-maintained. It's a popular spot for good reason.

  • 5/5 Sally C. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this little place! The owners are super friendly and warm and their patio seating is so cute. Good wifi!

  • 4/5 Noah I. 1 year ago on Google
    Cute neighbourhood spot with friendly staff. Feels very cozy and warm. Not much seating but not very busy so easy to grab a good spot. Nice outdoo seating as well if that interests you. 💓 Vibe - 5/5 🪑 Seating - 3/5 ↔️ Space - 4/5 📶 Wifi - 5/5 🔊 Noise level - 3/5 ☕️ Coffee - 5/5

  • 5/5 Noah 2 years ago on Google
    Friendly and knowledgeable owners. Helped me choose a great bag of coffee beans based on my flavour profile preferences. I picked up a bag of their Guatemala Huehuetenango. It's a really nice roast - very smooth, tastes almost like it's been infused with gingerbread.

  • 5/5 Tina KJ L. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely shop, the wonderful place to grab coffee and a snack before work! The owners are very friendly and sweet, even super early in the morning. The latte perks me up in the morning, and selection of baked goods saves the day when I wake up too late for a proper breakfast. Will definitely be returning!

  • 4/5 Ss 2 years ago on Google
    Cute little cafe! Wanted to spend some time reading but interrupted by a group who cane to dine in. Meh. Good place if it’s empty. Their coffee was pretty great too and so is the vibe

  • 5/5 Sarah F. 2 years ago on Google
    If the words 'cozy', 'welcoming', and 'warm' are what you crave in a café, you must stop by Crosstown Coffee Bar! The baristas are absolutely delightful, and always put great care into their drinks. You are always spoiled for choice in regards to their treats, and there are options available for those with gluten-sensitive or vegan diets. This place has top-notch service, and top-notch coffee. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Sally N. 2 years ago on Google
    Pleasant atmosphere. Nice latte art. Great customer service.

  • 5/5 Asylbek I. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice and cozy small coffee place. Great espresso coffee in ceramics (!). Fresh sweets to accompany your espresso. Owners are sweet couple :).

  • 5/5 Ethan H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great coffee and food. Nice store front with good music. The owners are incredibly generous, caring and kind people. I locked myself out of my office without keys, phone and money in the middle of winter. They not only let me use their phone, but also let me stay inside and gave me a coffee. None of which they had to do. Thank you very much!

  • 5/5 Mitch R. 3 years ago on Google
    Such amazing staff and great coffee

  • 5/5 Kaylee M. 2 years ago on Google
    Owners were very kind. Loved their mocha latte and turkey sandwich. 1 spot for indoor seating but I used their wifi on their outdoor patio to get some work done on my laptop.

  • 5/5 Jeremy S. 2 years ago on Google
    This little gem right south of Eglinton has artisan coffee and very hospital customer service. The owners Kevin and Susan are so kind and always smiling. Prices are reasonable and covid protocol is fully followed. Make no mistake he knows his stuff, selling aeropresses and roasting some single origin Ethiopia yirgacheffe misty Valley, Guatemala organic huehuetenango. The light-medium roast he makes is to die for for coffee conneseurs, 2x 1lbs bag on discount (his brand is crosstown coffee, applekoos is a larger partner). The espressos are no pushover either. He doesn't overroast his espresso blend so if you like dark dark roast you better ask first. The flat white is great, I personally do a cappuccino or large drip but the mocha is my son's favourite. The snacks and sweets are great, and reasonably priced compared to the huge markups of most cafes. Even the coffee gadgets, japan hand drip kit, chemex are all reasonably priced. I go here on a walk every week once or twice and only buy my coffee from him now.

  • 5/5 Suzan Samivand (. 2 years ago on Google
    Calm and relaxing with friendly team to take care of your coffee

  • 5/5 Amy L. 3 years ago on Google
    A cute little coffeeshop located in midtown. The owners were friendly and coffee was delicious! I also love the decor in the shop.

  • 5/5 Sukhi S. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a great coffee and a croissant. Beautiful place. Don’t have many of these left so I suggest you enjoy them while we still have them.

  • 5/5 Danny T. 2 years ago on Google
    Such friendly owners. Great cappuccino and sandwich too. They took care to make it look perfect too. I’d definitely come back if I lived closer! Great spot.

  • 5/5 Michael A. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Incredible mom and pop shop. Have been going here with my wife weekly for the last 3 years. They take their art and craft with coffee seriously and dish out home runs every single time we visit.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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