BlackGold is a quaint little Scarborough cafe with a hipster vibe. Although seating is not plentiful, it makes up for it with the various types including benches and bar-style. The area is relatively quiet with ample amounts of parking, making it a gem for cafe study-goers that aren't already at Starbucks.
The food and drinks themselves are not anything exceptional, but you are here for the wrong reasons if you are looking for a gourmet experience. They offer a decent variety of pastries and drinks with witty names.
The staff are very welcoming and professional. There was a man who walked in and did not make a purchase. Instead of shoo-ing the man out or calling for the cops (au style de Starbucks), the staff actually sat down with him and just chatted with him casually until he left; very professionally handled!
My only qualm with the establishment is the lack of recycling bins - they only offer a garbage bin. While going to the cafe translates to some waste, I believe that having the option to recycle would be an important, progressive and responsible next step for the establishment.
In short, BlackGold holds promise for those who seek a study space asylum away from the loud and rowdy while enjoying coffee and pastries.