There's no shortage of places to grab a cuppa joe in this neighbourhood...Starbucks, Second Cup, Hotel Gelato and Phipps are all located within the same two blocks of the Mad Bean.
But Mad Bean leads the pack in coffee quality and overall vibe; it's the definition of a cool, arty, independent coffeehouse. From the americanos to the cappucinos, lattes and standard brews, they serve seriously kickass cups of coffee. And I love the emphasis on local...they feature local art on the walls and artisan crafts for sale; they serve Montreal-style bagels from the Bagel House on Avenue Rd; Lemonana mint-lemonade (locally made) and their well-chosen selection of baked goods are sourced from great local bakeries.
Plus, the space is hip and relaxed, the staff (Brian, Cody and Lisa) are super nice and friendly, and they even host live music events from time to time.
This bean is mad satisfying!