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2026-10-19
We’ve hosted a lot of firsts. First days of university, first dates, first “shall we do this again?” Then a few of you came back with a ring and a photographer. And some of you even came back to get married! Our Ontario coffee shops have quietly become a romance hotspot and honestly, we get it. 🥹
Where did you meet your partner? 👩❤️💋👨👨❤️💋👨👩❤️💋👩
Photo generously provided by Preeti and taken by the very talented Emily Waters - Ontario Wedding Photographer
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2026-10-15
Coffee has been banned more than once, and it was rarely about the coffee. In Mecca, Istanbul, London and Paris, the people in charge worried about the same thing: a room full of people with their own opinions.
Swipe for a quick history of the coffeehouse as the most suspicious place in town. ☕️
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2026-10-11
Turns out coffee wins over pretty much everything. ☕️
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2026-10-05
Nothing starts until we’ve had our coffee. Monday included. ☕️
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2026-09-29
When your favourite coffee shop is home for you, your friends, and family. ☕️🏠
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2026-09-28
Café Harvest is back! 🍂 We make it with real pumpkin purée, warm spices, Canadian maple syrup and espresso, so it actually tastes like fall instead of the idea of fall.
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2026-09-23
The countdown is on before iced lattes become a real choice. 🍂❄️🧊
Winter is coming.
2026-09-22
We couldn’t pick just one caramel apple drink, so we didn’t. 🍎☕️
Latte for the classicists. Chai for the spice people. C***r for the caffeine-optional. Shaken espresso for those of you with a 9am and no plans to be late to it.
Fall is here and it’s in a cup at Balzac’s. 🍂
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2026-09-17
Home is your first place. Work is your second. The third is where community happens: cafés, libraries, barbershops, the park bench with the good view.
Sociologist Ray Oldenburg coined the term “third place” in 1989, and the research since has been pretty clear. Casual conversations with people you half know make us happier and more connected. Even a real chat with your barista counts.
Where’s your third place? Tell us below. We’ll try not to take it personally. 👇
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43 Hanna Avenue, Unit 123
Toronto, ON
M6K1X1
To get to the coffee shop located on Hanna Avenue, one can take the TTC public transportation system and exit at the Liberty Village stop. Alternatively, if driving, take the Gardiner Expressway and exit at Strachan Avenue. Turn left onto East Liberty Street and make another left onto Hanna Avenue. There are several paid parking options available in the vicinity of the coffee shop, including street parking and nearby parking garages.
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Balzac's Coffee on Hanna Avenue in Toronto is a must-visit for coffee lovers. The café has a unique and charming 1950s vibe, with an airy space and sleek touches that make it stand out from other coffee shops. The authentic zinc bar from Paris and custom-made Art Deco floor tiles add to the overall ambiance of the café.
Opened in 2006, Balzac's third café is located in Toronto's Liberty Village, which is known for its high-tech, media, and cultural companies. It's a great place for urban professionals to get plugged into business as well as pleasure. The café is situated in the old Irwin Toy Factory, which has been transformed into a mixed development called the Toy Factory Lofts.
Balzac's Coffee on Hanna Avenue has recently reopened with a new look that you won't want to miss. Whether you're looking for a quick caffeine fix or a cozy spot to catch up with friends or colleagues, Balzac's Coffee is the perfect destination. With its prime location and unique atmosphere, it's no wonder why this café has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
