Dark Horse Espresso Bar

Dark Horse Espresso Bar Dark Horse Espresso Bar is a popular coffee shop chain in Toronto, having served fresh roasted coffee since 2006. With six distinct locations all over the city, each cafe offers a unique representation of the community it serves. From China town to Entertainment District, Dark Horse Espresso Bar is the perfect spot to grab a delicious cup of coffee and immerse yourself in the local neighborhood culture.
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BUCK OFF AMERICANOS IS BACK 🐎 πŸͺ™ πŸ’₯🌟 STARTING TOMORROW 🌟 It’s time to buck off for the Labour Day long weekend 🀠Let’s head...
2026-09-04

BUCK OFF AMERICANOS IS BACK 🐎 πŸͺ™ πŸ’₯

🌟 STARTING TOMORROW 🌟
It’s time to buck off for the Labour Day long weekend 🀠
Let’s head to our fave hang spot, kick back for the next three days and grab a buck off ALL SIZES of Americanos at all Dark Horse Espresso locations β˜• one last time before summer ends 🌞

That means $1 off at every Dark Horse Espresso Bars from Saturday, September 5th - Monday, September 7th πŸ“† YEEEEHAWWWW cheers to kicking off the last summer long weekend 🌞 πŸ™Œ Have fun in the sun y’all and we will see ya soon 🐎!!

πŸͺ½ offer available for Regular Rewards members only 🌟

FALL-LA-LA-LAAAAAA DRINKS ARE HERE  πŸπŸ‚πŸ€Ž give three cheers!!Come on by to explore our new fall seasonal menu πŸ‚ 🍡 πŸŽƒ 🐝 Iced...
2026-09-01

FALL-LA-LA-LAAAAAA DRINKS ARE HERE
πŸπŸ‚πŸ€Ž give three cheers!!

Come on by to explore our new fall seasonal menu πŸ‚

🍡 πŸŽƒ 🐝 Iced Pumpkin Honeycomb Matcha Latte

Our pumpkin pie πŸ₯§ inspired drink, 12oz. Served with Kato spring harvest πŸ«– pumpkin pie sauce, milk, salted honey 🍯 cold foam and topped off with sponge toffee bits 🐝

β˜• Iced Tiramiccuno

An espresso base 12oz. iced bevy, served with milk, hazelnut syrup and a full generous serving of with salted honey cold foam + topped with a thick serving of cocoa powder, just like Tiramisu 🍫 🀀 Trust us, you’re gonna want a spoon πŸ₯„ for this one folx!!!!

🌟 both beverages are served iced 🧊
If you’d like the Pumpkin Honeycomb Matcha served hot 🍡 just ask your friendly barista πŸ™‚πŸ–€
‼️ Iced Tiramuccino is exclusively served cold πŸ₯Ά

πŸ“ available at all Dark Horse Espresso Bar locations 🐎

Come get into the fall spirit with us and FALL-LA-LA-LAAAAAA and skip right to your new favourite beverage this autumn season 🀩
Happy Fall ya’ll!!! πŸπŸ‚πŸ€Ž

2026-08-31

New seasonal beverages loading in 3…..2……1……. πŸπŸ‚

2026-08-29

Come grab your sourdough strawberry white chocolate cookie with your matcha or coffee this weekend πŸ“πŸͺ Delicious summer treat packed with strawberry, vanilla, and white chocolate with crispy edges, a soft centre, and a dollop of strawberry jam πŸ«™πŸ“ 🀀

❗️A heads up that this cookie will be replaced by something fall coded πŸͺ on our menu soon πŸ‘€ so enjoy it while ya can!!πŸ–€

WELCOME TO COLLEGE & DOVERCOURT πŸ“β˜•we’re officially open!!PLUS, RETRO PRICING, 50% off all espresso drinks and coffee bev...
2026-08-19

WELCOME TO COLLEGE & DOVERCOURT πŸ“β˜•
we’re officially open!!

PLUS, RETRO PRICING, 50% off all espresso drinks and coffee beverages to celebrate the grand opening 🎈TODAY ONLY πŸ’₯ Wednesday, August 19th!! *Valid only for Regular Rewards members, exclusively at College & Dovercourt cafe β˜•οΈ ask your barista to sign you up πŸͺ½

We will be open and ready serve ya everyday 7am-7pm, thank you to everyone for the warm welcome and wishes into the neighbourhood already πŸ–€πŸ–€ we are truly so excited to be here with you 🫢

πŸ‘‹ See you soon!!
It’s gonna be a sweet, sweet Dark Horse Summer together 🐎 ❀️‍πŸ”₯

BUCK OFF AMERICANOS IS BACK 🐎 πŸͺ™ πŸ’₯🌟 STARTING TOMORROW 🌟 It’s time to buck off for the August long weekend 🀠Let’s head to ...
2026-07-31

BUCK OFF AMERICANOS IS BACK 🐎 πŸͺ™ πŸ’₯

🌟 STARTING TOMORROW 🌟
It’s time to buck off for the August long weekend 🀠
Let’s head to our fave hang spot, kick back for the next three days and grab a buck off ALL SIZES of Americanos at all Dark Horse Espresso locations β˜•

That means $1 off at every Dark Horse Espresso Bars from Saturday, August 1st - Monday, August 3rd πŸ“† YEEEEHAWWWW cheers to the summer long weekend kickoff 🌞 πŸ™Œ Have fun in the sun y’all and we will see ya soon!!

πŸͺ½ offer available for Regular Rewards members only 🌟

2026-07-24

SUMMERMAXXING πŸŒžβ˜•οΈπŸ§Š

We’re hearing there’s a new ch-ch-ch-chickennnnnnnn schwarma salad around town πŸ₯— πŸ‘€  come in and see why everyone is ravi...
2026-07-17

We’re hearing there’s a new ch-ch-ch-chickennnnnnnn schwarma salad around town πŸ₯— πŸ‘€ come in and see why everyone is raving about this salad for yourself 🫢

πŸ₯— INCLUDES πŸ“
Chicken, onion, shawarma spice, quinoa, roasted sweet potato, pickled red cabbage, cucumber, pickled red onion, honey, kale, sumac & roasted pumpkin seeds topped with a tahini, lemon, garlic dressing πŸ₯—

πŸ“ available now at all Dark Horse Espresso Bars 🐎

Summer salad β€’ chicken salad β€’ cafe eats β€’ specialty coffee

🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨FIND THE LUCKY TICKET πŸ’ŒβœŒοΈπŸŒ…Dark Horse community get readyyyyyy 🐎 because we’re giving away FREE DRINKS wi...
2026-07-16

🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨FIND THE LUCKY TICKET πŸ’ŒβœŒοΈπŸŒ…

Dark Horse community get readyyyyyy 🐎 because we’re giving away FREE DRINKS with Dark Horse Vacation OOO Postcards! 🎟️
Lucky ticket postcards will be hidden away throughout ALL Dark Horse Espresso Bar cafe locations on Tuesday, July 21st πŸ‘€

Make sure to check our Instagram stories for clues about where they are tucked away at each cafe πŸ‘€ It’s first come, first served, one ticket per customer β€” so we recommend you be quick! Your lucky ticket can be redeemed for any beverage 🎟️ including espresso based drinks β˜•οΈ filter coffees, americanos, seasonal drinks and matcha 🍡 Just hand over your ticket to the barista to redeem!! 🐎

Good luck! 🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨🎟️ ✨

*limited to one drink per customer, and must be redeemed on Tuesday, July 21st, 2026

2026-07-15

HIP HIP HOORAY - DARK HORSE IS OFFICIALLY OPEN AT CF SHERWAY GARDENS β˜•πŸ΄
πŸ“CF Sherway Gardens, inside Indigo πŸ“šβ€οΈ

Come grab all of Dark Horse Espresso Bar house, coffee blends you already know and love, seasonal beverages, ceremonial grade matcha and tons of baked fresh in-house daily pastries and sandwiches for your daily routine ❀️πŸ₯ͺβ˜•

πŸŽ‰ Open day, Tuesday, July 14th- 10am to 6pm

Regular Open Hours ⏰
Tuesday to Saturday- 8am-9pm
Sunday- 9am to 7pm

We cannot wait to meet you!! πŸ–€πŸ‡

Introducing that new new summer pastry menu 🌟🌞 This summer is heating up with some incredible new pastries you’re not go...
2026-07-15

Introducing that new new summer pastry menu 🌟🌞
This summer is heating up with some incredible new pastries you’re not gonna wanna miss πŸ€€πŸŠπŸ“

Sourdough Blood Orange Almond Scone 🍊🌰 Get ready to enjoy a buttery orange dough layered with orange zest-infused frangipane, topped with turbinado sugar and almond flakes 🀀
❗️A heads up that this will be replacing the rhubarb scone on the menu 🩷

Sourdough Strawberry White Chocolate Cookie πŸ“πŸͺ Strawberry, vanilla, and white chocolate with crispy edges, a soft centre, and a dollop of strawberry jam 🀩
❗️A heads up that this will be replacing the sesame cookie πŸ–€

Both pastries will be available across all Dark Horse Espresso Bar locations!! Can’t wait to see which one ya love more πŸ‘€

Address

630 Queen St E
Toronto, ON
M4M 1G3

Option 1 - Public Transport:
Take the subway to Queen Station and walk west on Queen Street until you reach a small alleyway on your left. Turn left into the alleyway and the coffee shop will be on your right.

Option 2 - Driving/Parking:
From downtown, head west on Queen Street until you reach Spadina Avenue. Turn left onto Spadina Avenue and continue to drive about two blocks until you see a small alleyway on your right. Turn right into the alleyway and look for parking options nearby. The coffee shop will be located in the same alleyway on your left-hand side.

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 7pm
Sunday 8am - 7pm

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Dark Horse Espresso Bar is a coffee lover's paradise that has been serving Toronto since 2006. As one of the first cafes to offer fresh roasted coffee, they have established themselves as a go-to spot for caffeine enthusiasts. With six locations across the city, each cafe is unique and reflects the community it serves. Whether you're in China town, Leslieville, Entertainment District, Canary District, Geary or Richmond, you can expect exceptional coffee and a warm atmosphere. The staff are knowledgeable and passionate about their craft, ensuring that every cup of coffee is made with care and precision. Dark Horse Espresso Bar is more than just a coffee shop - it's an experience that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied. If you're looking for a place to relax or catch up with friends over a delicious cup of coffee, Dark Horse Espresso Bar should be at the top of your list.