Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Oshawa

"23 It just wouldn’t be summer without spending an hour in line for a treat at Bang Bang, Ossington’s perennially popular (but even more so in the warmer months) ice cream shop. The staff stays busy stuffing scoops in flavours like banana pudding, matcha-jasmine-soba and lychee rosewater, between and inside all kinds of cone substitutes: chewy cookies, sticky cinnamon buns, choux pastry puffs and our favourite, Hong Kong egg waffles. The bubbly vessel is just as much fun to eat as it is tasty."

"Just as day drinking at Trinity Bellwoods (ahem, with 9,000 of your closest friends) is a summer tradition that’s best retired for 2020, it might be a good call to skip Bang Bang’s 30-minute-long lineup, too. Instead, consider ordering in from the Ossington ice cream shop. Go the DIY route and get a six-pack of freshly baked cookies and a pint of just-churned ice cream in flavours like burnt toffee, London fog or peanut butter cup, and assemble your own sweet sandwiches."

"Located on Ossington between Queen and Dundas, this tiny shop opened two years ago and has been garnering rave reviews ever since. The Mango Pudding/Warm Coconut Sticky Rice ice cream is a must-try, and beer nerds will be psyched to see a Bellwood’s stout flavour on the menu. The kiddos will fall in love with the Cinnamon Toast flavour and Campfire Marshmallow."

"The Pilot’s rooftop restaurant patio, appropriately named The Flight Deck, is open from March to December, though we recommend enjoying it in the peak of summer for the full experience. You will have to climb a few flights of stairs to get to the top, but once you get up there, you won’t be disappointed. There are views of the city, plenty of sunshine, and cool aviation-themed décor to take in while eating and drinking to your hearts content."

"A post shared by The Pilot (@thepilot_to) on Jan 8, 2019 at 2:11pm PST. The Pilot Tavern is everything you want a bar/restaurant to be, great drinks served alongside delicious food. The Pilot consists of three floors, with the main floor restaurant, the Stealth Lounge on the second floor and the third-floor patio, The Flight Deck."

"This airplane-themed spot is located right in the heart of Yorkville and is serving up loads of delicious eats. Where: 22 Cumberland St"

"Located on Yonge Downtown, Dineen Coffee is a remarkable and easily visible store for travelers to pass by for a takeaway brought along their trip as well as the typical place that occurs lots of business discussions made by many local officers. Another special factor that attracts customers is the endless golden light brightening during days or nights. This will also bring you to the 90s feelings with the identical decoration inside and outside the house."

"Like any respectable coffee shop, it offers coffee, tea, and iced drinks on top of a decent selection of sandwiches and baked goodies. The real appeal of Dineen, though, is the atmosphere. It’s worth it to bunker down for a bit and enjoy the aesthetic."

"Dineen Coffee is one of the best coffee shops in Toronto with three locations. I visited the original location in the historic Dineen Building (140 Yonge St). This one really make you feel like you’ve stepped into a movie."

"Find it: Yorkdale Mall at 3401 Dufferin Street, The PATH Richmond Adelaide Centre Food Court at 121 Adelaide Street West, 1099 Yonge St, and 780 Queen Street West; @nadegetoronto; nadege-patisserie.com. The lowdown: If you can’t get to Paris to satisfy your macaron craving, get thee to Nadège. The legendarily pretty confections at this bright, contemporary bakery are arguably the best in the city."

"The clean modern design of Nadège along with the cafe’s sumptuous cakes, macarons, chocolates, biscuits, marshmallows, pastries and sandwiches have made it must-see-and-taste attraction for locals and visitors alike. If you’re looking for the best macarons in Toronto look no further than Nadège."

"What: This shop makes French-style ice cream and sorbet from scratch using local high-quality dairy and fresh fruit. Mini macarons, one of their most popular toppings, are officially back . Where: 780 Queen St W"

"It’s not just the coffee that makes Istanbul Cafe & Espresso one of the spots with the best coffee in Toronto… it’s the people!. The whole team are amazing and so super friendly. Once inside, make sure to try their Turkish coffee that’ll be served in a traditional Turkish coffee pot (or cezve)."

"If you’re looking for a good ice cream to try, then Ed’s has to be on your list. Ed is an actual guy who started it all at the Beaches location back in 2000. Since then, Toronto has been blessed with four Ed’s locations serving up small-batch, homemade ice cream that is done on site and with the purest of ingredients."

"It’s your birthday — why choose between ice cream or cake when you can have both?. Ed’s Real Scoop creates made-to-order ice-cream cakes featuring one or more of its 150 ice-cream flavours (contact to find out what’s available now). Cakes are handmade in-store and covered in real whipped cream with a custom message."

"They’ve been serving up handmade, premium ice cream in Toronto since 2000. The flagship location in the Beaches is my personal fave, but you’ll also find them in Leslieville, Roncesvalles and Mimico!. Trust me, this is small-batch ice cream and gelato worth trekking to (and waiting in line for)."

"What makes them special: Pop Coffee Works is the cafe representation of a Mississauga-based roster that goes by the same name. Specialty grade, in-season products show just how much they pay attention to quality, and if you want to try coffee drinks prepared with different brewing methods this is the place to be. Walls painted purple as a homage to popculture entertain the customers who can try beverages with cranberry, red apple, and green date notes while coffee ranges from Ethiopia Yirgacheffe and Washed Colombian Narino to Ecuadorian beans."

"Toronto Purchasing Centre: Pop Coffee Works (190 Jarvis Street), 135 Ossington (135 Ossington Avenue). Photo Courtesy of Pop Coffee Works Official Website. I spotted a bag of Pop Coffee Works beans at 135 Ossington café, and purchased them on the spot."

"If you’re looking for delicious and classic pain au chocolate, brioche or tartes, Jules Cafe located on Mount Pleasant Road is perfect. The welcoming, friendly atmosphere feels cozy and inviting."

"No alleyway has ever been more charming than the one at Lapinou, with its string lights, lanterns, and wrought iron, padded seating. The French neobistro — a term for trendy, modern Parisian wine bars — has reached Toronto here, where the menu pulls in global influences in dishes such as beef tartare with green peppercorn, foie gras, and fennel cracker, or squash fritters with spinach, coconut, and curry leaf."

"On Sundays, this new restaurant hosts brunch with a menu that’s always changing, and a half-price wine and champagne offering. Shared plates range from Brioche and Mulberries to house-made Ham and Truffle Celery Remoulade, and indulgent mains include Smoked Eel, Duck Confit, and Mushroom Chittara."

"A post shared by Four Seasons Hotel Toronto (@fstoronto) on Feb 2, 2020 at 10:24am PST. A classic in Toronto for good reason, Café Boulud is owned by celebrity chef Daniel Boulud so you know it’s going to be good. To celebrate Valentine’s Day, the restaurant is offering an intimate dining experience that will end with special desserts created by Executive Pastry Chef Steven Tran."

"A post shared by Café Boulud & d|bar Toronto (@cafebouludto). Meals to go definitely make it easier to get gourmet dishes for the special day. Families can choose from either a roast beef prime rib, a garlic and black pepper roast leg of lamb, and a salt-crusted red snapper dinner."

"Nestled in tony and fabulous Yorkville, Café Boulud, spearheaded by world-renown restaurateur Daniel Boulud, occupies the coveted dining room...Read More"

"Red Lobster is known as the foremost expert in fresh seafood. Our commitment to serving quality seafood starts long before you sit down at our restaurant."

"Whether for a weekend brunch, a breakfast meeting or simply sharing a meal with friends or family, many are those charmed by their experience at Chez Cora. Open for breakfast and lunchPhone: +1 905-850-8950"

"Located in the heart of the Annex neighbourhood, the Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church became one after the two congregations, St. Paul’s Avenue Road United Church and Trinity United Church, joined together in 1887-89 to serve the community. The building was erected in 1889 and has since undergone several renovations, which have improved accessibility and acoustic sound."

"Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to city centre: This airport is located on one of the Toronto Islands and serves national flights and international flights from the US.Free shuttles are available from the airport to Union Station. The airport is so close to the city centre that it won’t cost you a fortune to grab a taxi. Uber is also available."

"Catch the ferry at the pier and enjoy a few hours on Toronto Island. Keep up to date with the news as it has closed due to flooding; however, it hopes to reopen to the public by the end of June. There are riding trails, parks, and a lovely amusement park perfect for young families. Do check the website to ensure ferries are departing."

"Overlooking Toronto Harbour and the Toronto Islands, this scenic area is the ideal place to picnic and soak up the sun!. There are many photogenic spots worth stopping by, including Sugar Beach, Cabana Pool Bar, and Canoe Landing."