As a barista that has worked in several coffeehouses, these are the companies I would order a coffee from, and the ones I would avoid and why.
I have worked for Starbucks. I worked there for multiple years. I know there is a ton of hype and such, but as a former Starbucks Barista I would order a starbucks drink again and do so regularly. Yes, they are pricy. Yes, they can be overrated. But ...
Starbucks Coffee Company
Contrary to the name, I would not get a second cup at Second Cup. I wouldn't even get a first. I have never worked here but I have visited several of them, and I am not a fan. The food they sell also falls really bland, at least in my experience, and...
Second Cup Café
Good Coffee. Good people. Good food. They make a mean latte and a delicious frappe, and their coffee and espresso isn't too overly strong.
MG Greek Cafe
Pilot Coffee Roasters makes a delicious cup of coffee and they truly do put love and care into every latte. Much enjoyed.
Pilot Coffee Roasters
Freebird Coffee is just awesome. Amazing quality, amazing lattes, amazing heart. If you crave a latte, go to starbucks. If you crave soul, go to freebird.
Freebird
Quite a great cup of coffee and a warm inviting atmosphere. Fully recommend for the vibes and the authentic coffeehouse feeling.
Excellent coffee, cozy vibes with sofas, plenty of work space with an added shopping grocery section. Excellent space.
Creeds Coffee Bar
Classic, I wouldn't ho there if I didn't have to. Overrated and automated. I would rather go after a hand ground espresso or starbucks, but can't be beat for the cost.
Tim Hortons
If you like sugar, you will love this place.
Krispy Kreme Café
Excellent coffee, excellent vibes.
Balzac's Coffee
Excellent vibes, 10/10 coffee. 100% reccomend.
Cafe Landwer
Very automated, push a button coffee. Not my style. Huge variety of flavors and creativity but the automation killed it for me.
