Bread & Roses Bakery Cafe
About
Cafes, Bakeries
Price Range : $11-30 ($$)
Location
Adress: 2901 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, ON M2K 2S3
Phone: (416) 221-2001
Work Hours
Business info
- list_altTakes ReservationsNo
- directions_carDeliveryNo
- move_to_inboxTake-outYes
- thumb_upGood ForBrunch
- directions_bikeBike ParkingYes
- accessibilityGood for KidsYes
- groupGood for GroupsNo
- volume_upNoise LevelAverage
- local_barAlcoholNo
- transit_enterexitOutdoor SeatingNo
- wifiWi-FiFree
- tvHas TVYes
- turned_in_notWaiter ServiceNo
- fastfoodCatersNo
Reviews
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Eric T.
After a second visit to satisfy my cake craving I just had to put Bread and Roses in the Yelp spotlight which it really deserves.
I believe it was near the end of this past April that a friend and I came across this corner cafe at Bayview Village. My friend mainly tagged along since I was in need of a caffeine (and treats) fix and wanted to check out a place that was more alluring than Timothy's. I ended up passing up one particular cafe in favor of this truly hidden gem. It was most definitely the name (!!Bread & Roses!! simply has quaint ring to it) that drew me to it and once I saw the delectable display of gelati and very well-crafted cakes and pastries my friend and I both were convinced to try it out. Service was prompt and positive. I think we both got a medium sized gelato each, which came with two generous scoops as shown in the pictures. I also remember the coffee retaining a strong enough flavor of caffeine.
I returned for a second trip today to get their cakes even though they are a tad bit pricey at a little over $6 dollars per portion and decided on the Tarte aux Fruits and Dumas a chocolate mousse based cake, both which just looked too good to be devoured.
The cakes, gelato and pastries seem to be the highlights at Bread & Roses and I am not sure whether I would be keen enough to try out their sandwiches and salads any time soon.
Next summer I'll go check out the location on Bloor St. West -
Craig M.
When I came here with family I was really excited. I saw coffee and great looking baked goods and couldn't wait.
My Brother was ahead of me in line and was trying to order for the table. The lady at the till was taking his order and made the coffees for him but would not take the rest of the order. When she was done making the coffees he tried to order the pastries but she cut him off twice and sent him to another till to order the pastries.
I had been waiting for some time by now and was hungry. The only menu was mounted to the wall at floor level and is difficult to see through people walking by but I had figured out what I wanted and tried to order. Half way through my order she cut me off and said I had to go to the back of the cafe and stand in another line to get food.
I went to the other line where all the same people were still waiting from when I first got there. I made small talk to a gentleman who looked confused in front of me and it turns out no one has said a thing to him and he has been waiting to order something for him and his wife.
I waited some more and then walked out. I went to Starbucks, got a coffee, came back and enjoyed time with my family. The place looks and smells great but they need new staff. No one seemed like they wanted to be there. -
Karmen N.
I got a small pastry, which looks like some sort of Napoleon. I forget the name but it has pistachio, sweet pastry cream and a cookie base.
I was disappointed because it was so hard and stale; nothing light or flaky. It was dry and I just didn't want to eat the rest of it. Although there were little crunchy bits, I barely tasted any pistachio. Rather indulge my calories elsewhere.
Tea was okay. Rooibos has nice citrus note. -
Bahar M.
We went to this place today and placed an order for 4 coffees and 2 tarts! Once I tried to have a piece of lemon tart I found a hair in it! So disgusting! Thick and black hair!!!! I showed the girl who was working there! I asked for 2 different tarts to see which one is more fresh she immediately told me I have to pay for the other one! First of all she should refund me for what I saw in my tart! I almost lost my appetite when I saw the hair. She was so rude and rudely she thought I wanna get 2 tarts instead of one and she told me i have to pay for the other one! NEVER and ever going there and won't recommend to anyone at all!
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Kristina M.
Good food, good coffee, but very unfriendly staff. Prepare to be told to move between counters and to the end of the line to order stuff. Not enough seating.