When I stepped in this Dark Horse Espresso, I felt like I just transfer to somewhere else.... I did walk pass numerous Chinese/Vietnamese restaurants, supermarkets.. and elbowed myself through crowds of Chinese shoppers on the Spadina..and Dark Horse Espresso's vibes totally calm me down..............
Mind you, if you are in a hurry...and just want something fast, go to Starbucks down the street.. Here the barista really really take his/her time... and you have no choice but to chill...
Watching him making my cappuccino and pouring the foam milk to make the lovely latte art... was such an enjoyment in itself!
Seating can be a little tight... I end up sharing the communal tables with others and overlooking the big windows out on to Spadina... a little piece of paradise which I cherish!