Larry's Place

What a wonderful place! I’m a true coffee addicted and I love going to different coffee shops every week. I was super excited about going to Larry’s after reading the reviews and boy I am so glad I did. ☕️ Coffee: I tried their special Maple Latte and it was AMAZING. Usually I only order Americano or a regular Latte because I hate when the coffee is filled with syrups that make it too sweet, but this one was fantastic. 🥐 Food: Butter tart is not my first choice of baked goods, but I had to try it after reading the comments and OMG I might start ordering butter tarts from now on. The best one I’ve ever eaten. I’ll be dreaming about it. I didn’t try their croissants, so I definitely need to go back because they looked delicious. 👩‍🍳Service: The baristas were very kind and working super fast to make sure everyone was happy and satisfied. ✨ Vibes: it is a very cozy place, I only wish they had more seats available, that’s the only downside. I would have loved to stay there and enjoyed my coffee and butter tart, but it was very busy, as expected for a Sunday morning.

Larry’s Place is one of those gems you’re happy to discover. The moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm and inviting, with a cozy setup that makes you want to stay a while. The staff are friendly and attentive, always making sure you feel taken care of without being overbearing. The highlight for me is definitely the coffee—it’s amazing! You can tell they take pride in how they brew it. The flavor is rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced, easily one of the best cups I’ve had in a long time. It’s the kind of coffee you look forward to, whether it’s your morning boost or an afternoon pick-me-up. On top of that, the food is fresh and flavorful, with generous portions that feel like real value for money. Everything we tried tasted homemade and carefully prepared. Larry’s Place is more than just a café—it’s the kind of spot that makes you want to come back again and again, whether for a coffee break, a casual meal, or to spend some time with friends. Highly recommended!

Larry's place is a warm, clean, cozy spot and everything you need if you want a quick bite to eat or want to sit in and do work. Baristas were warm and welcoming. I had the ginger, lemon, cinnamon hot drink especially on this cold, icy, snowy day which helps warm the body. If you are in the parksdale neighborhood you have to try it.

I'm searching for the best butter tart in Ontario - see some of my previous reviews for other options. One name that repeatedly came up was Larry's Place, so this weekend I visited to check them out. First, it's worth noting that Larry's Place is a great coffee shop. There's a fun vibe, the place is clearly popular in the neighbourhood, and the barista was very friendly. I would gladly return for a coffee in the future. But my visit was strictly for business: I needed to taste their butter tart. I'm pleased to confirm that they have an excellent iteration, among the best I've tried. The crust is an interesting mix between flaky and soft, whereas most butter tarts tend to be one or the other. It's sort of the best of both worlds, and with a pleasant sticky texture, too, from the filling caramelizing against the tart. In terms of the filling, the tarts are not particularly stuffed. Based on comments I've heard from friends and family, I would view this as a bonus: it seems that most people don't want a deluge of the filling. The texture of the filling is also pleasing: it's gooey, but not too liquidy. Overall, Larry's Place is a strong contender among the best butter tarts in the province. It's definitely worth checking out - and maybe grab a coffee while you're there!

I love Larry's. The service is exceptional. Everyone is always so friendly. They're baked goods are really good especially if you go in the morning when the cheese croissant is still warm it is out of this world. And I love their walnut croissants with the various fruit pairings. It can be hard to find seating because the secret is out about this gem of a place.