As much as my coffee intake is mainly from the mainstream places (only because they seem to be at every corner), I am a huge sucker for interesting coffee houses.
One of them which truly stands out in my mind in terms of originality and a good knowledge of their coffee is Tango Palace Coffee Company.
When I venture over to the Leslieville area, I try to stop into Tango to have one of their foamy lattes or indulge in one of their fresh baked goods.
As I eat and drink, I sit in one of their many cushioned chairs and just relax - unlike the mainstream coffee places which are always packed to the point where you can't grab a seat and you just feel rushed.
And as an extra treat in the summer, Tango has a huge back patio for people to enjoy the lovely weather and beautiful sunshine.