I was wandering around downtown this past Saturday afternoon looking for a coffee shop to read and journal in. I had originally planned on checking out Dineen or Balzac's Ryerson, but both were completely packed. Yelp directed me to Zavida, and I'm glad it did! The place is kind of hidden just off of Yonge St, so I definitely would've passed it by if it hadn't been for Yelp. It's not very big inside but luckily for me, there were a few tables available when I went.
I ordered a small matcha green tea latte ($3.65) and apple danish ($2.95). Both were pretty good, and they heated the danish up for me as well. Baristas are very friendly!
The only thing I didn't love about Zavida is that it was a little dark inside. Sure, the light fixtures and decor are cool, but it's kind of dim especially if you don't sit near the window. I really liked the vibe of the place, but wished it was just a little brighter! Other than that, this is a wonderful place to hang out or get some work done.
Random little tip - the floor tiles are pretty nifty and if you want to take a classic #ihavethisthingwithfloors photo but are too shy to stand awkwardly while you get the perfect shot for the 'gram (like me), go to the bathroom. The tiles are in there too!