Cafe Cocoro — Kid-friendly Family Eats in Toronto, Ontario
- Ages all ages
- Indoor
- Rainy-day OK
Cafe Cocoro is a welcoming spot on Danforth Ave that offers a relaxed atmosphere for families to enjoy a coffee or a bite.
What to expect
This cafe provides a comfortable indoor setting, making it a suitable destination for a rainy day outing with children. While not specifically designed for kids, its general appeal as a cafe means it can accommodate families looking for a casual place to gather. Expect a typical cafe experience with a focus on coffee and light fare.
Best for
Ideal for parents seeking a low-key cafe experience where they can bring their children along.
What parents say
Christopher Hirst
Lovely little cafe on the Danforth - coffee is exactly to my taste, pastries are excellent, and Korean menu is a great bit of "something different" when you want to get off the bagel train. The owner is hardworking, compassionate, lives in the neighbourhood, and is a credit to our east Danforth community.
d rhodes
2026-2-5
Awesome peanut butter cookie and really good kimchi.
Alvina Fung
2024-11-27
This place is truly a hidden gem, and I’m so glad I stopped by for breakfast. A standout feature is that they serve hearty Korean dishes all day long. I tried the vegetable bibimbap, and it didn’t disappoint. The vegetables were fresh, and the runny egg blended perfectly with the rice when mixed together. The owner is incredibly welcoming. As I sit here, I’ve noticed her greeting every customer with warmth and exceptional service.
Abby Rozen
My absolute favourite cafe on the block. Daisy, the owner, is a gem of a human. The food is delicious! My favourites are the bim bim bap, japchae, and Kim chi fried rice. The egg on a bagel is my favourite if I’m in a rush. 10/10 been coming here for years.
Rad Raccoon • Kim
2025-12-30
This cafe is special. Run by a super-efficient team, it serves delicious, reasonably priced food and drinks with care and intention. Every detail from the menu choices to the sourcing of ingredients feels considered. I tried the salmon bagel and eggnog latte, and both were outstanding. No bells and whistles here just genuinely good food, personable service, and very impressive speed. It felt like a throwback, the kind of place that’s increasingly rare. It’s busy, probably because word travels fast. The vibe is friendly and unpretentious, which might just be part of the magic. Well done.
