The Sovereign Cafe on Postcard

"This is the second Sovereign location, and although smaller in scale, it maintains all its charms and serves the same quality espresso based drinks, coffee and baked goods. Take-away only (though there is a small counter, and ample space outdoors to linger…)" - Michael Madjus & Aisle 4

On the Grid : The Sovereign Cafe (Take Out)

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"Born and raised in Davenport Village, childhood friends Rosario Salvi and Gianfranco Voce founded The Sovereign in May 2012. These two Italian gentlemen are committed to serving excellent coffee (Rufino blends) in a welcoming a warm environment. In 2013 head chef Anthony Menna joined the team; the café now offers brunch, house-made snacks, and baked goods (the pistachio cookies are heaven). The Sovereign has evolved into a pillar for the community (think Cheers), acting as both a meeting place for local residents and business owners, and a destination spot for espresso aficionados." - Michael Madjus & Aisle 4

On the Grid : The Sovereign Cafe

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"The Sovereign Cafe, Davenport Village by Michael Madjus & Aisle 4. Born and raised in Davenport Village, childhood friends Rosario Salvi and Gianfranco Voce founded The Sovereign in May 2012. These two Italian gentlemen are committed to serving excellent coffee (Rufino blends) in a welcoming a warm environment. In 2013 head chef Anthony Menna joined the team; the café now offers brunch, house-made snacks, and baked goods (the pistachio cookies are heaven). The Sovereign has evolved into a pillar for the community (think Cheers), acting as both a meeting place for local residents and business owners, and a destination spot for espresso aficionados."

Toronto

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"The Sovereign Cafe, Davenport Village by Michael Madjus & Aisle 4. Born and raised in Davenport Village, childhood friends Rosario Salvi and Gianfranco Voce founded The Sovereign in May 2012. These two Italian gentlemen are committed to serving excellent coffee (Rufino blends) in a welcoming a warm environment. In 2013 head chef Anthony Menna joined the team; the café now offers brunch, house-made snacks, and baked goods (the pistachio cookies are heaven). The Sovereign has evolved into a pillar for the community (think Cheers), acting as both a meeting place for local residents and business owners, and a destination spot for espresso aficionados."

Toronto

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sorores

Google

What an interesting concept for a coffee shop! I was looking for coffee and breakfast in the area on Google maps and this spot came up. When I parked on Davenport I couldn’t tell if it was actually open (as google had said) because the storefront was really dark and almost blocked off. it was around 11am so I assumed it would be and walked to the shop. It’s a walk up coffee shop with their food “menu” displayed on the window, no drinks menu though. I also read some reviews that they sell out of stuff quickly but they had quite a few items still available. They had some breakfast sandwiches (made to order) and lots of pastry options. Docking a star because there’s no prices listed anywhere :( I ordered two egg & cheese breakfast sandwiches, an almond croissant and two oat vanilla lattes. The total was $30 which is very reasonable in 2024 and relatively cheaper when compared to other local coffee shops in the west end. It was about $5-$6 per item which I only knew because I watched the screen as the barista rang up my order on the till. Service was really great! Despite it being a walk up, friendly baristas greeted me as soon as I walked up. Food: sandwiches were awesome (5/5), pastry was huge, flaky and tasty (5/5)! and the coffees were average/on par to many local coffee shops in the area (4/5). My feedback would be to add menu pricing and have some sort of open sign so people on Davenport can tell it’s open. I would totally return bc of the pricing, friendly staff and good food!

Kimberly Daley

Google

I had heard about the pizza so today I tried the margarita...Ah-mazing! Crispy crust and just the right amount of super fresh sauce...and what tops it off is the consistently nice and friendly service we get each and everytime. Breakfast sandwiches btw are next level...legit amount of bacon

Gio Lamancha

Google

The best pizza in the neighborhood as well as wonderful people who make you experience exceptional! Especially, Rosario he is the master or great experience and authentic pizza!

Victoria Alves

Google

The scones are next level! Coffee is great, other baked goods are also delicious, but if you don't get their scones... big mistake. 10/10. P.S. They also sell Bar Ape gelato bars - super tasty!

Katherine B

Google

Had a latté. Not only is this place take-out only, it’s a walk-up so you can’t go inside. No pastries were available to test out. The coffee was good but the service was lacking. A ‘hello’ or ‘good morning’ would’ve been nice.

Monie

Google

It’s was interesting… kind of like a drive through … but a walk through (if that makes sense). I approached the cafe and instead of a door to go inside, I was startled by a window which just slide open and an employee’s head popping out asking me what I’d like. I wouldn’t go here again. Maybe if you literally want to walk by and grab a coffee .. sure. But not me. I like an atmosphere, options, and to see my drinks/food being prepared. This is not the case here. I asked how I would know what they offer as I didn’t see a menu. She said what was in the window. There were two items. A plain croissant and a blueberry scone displayed right against a store window. Probably just this location.

venkat iyer

Google

Pretty fantastic coffee, minimal fuss and the scones were good too!

Silver Thorne

Google

Chill locale. Nice staff. had my hopes up for some quality eats (due to other reviews I'd seen) but apparently they've been simplifying their Manu to coffee, lattes etc and whatever pastries they got for the day. Had an olive oil cake ( which was good and a first for me) and a single Americano (also good. Very Smoothe.) I' ll have to come by another time to get a better feel for the place.

sorores

Google

What an interesting concept for a coffee shop! I was looking for coffee and breakfast in the area on Google maps and this spot came up. When I parked on Davenport I couldn’t tell if it was actually open (as google had said) because the storefront was really dark and almost blocked off. it was around 11am so I assumed it would be and walked to the shop. It’s a walk up coffee shop with their food “menu” displayed on the window, no drinks menu though. I also read some reviews that they sell out of stuff quickly but they had quite a few items still available. They had some breakfast sandwiches (made to order) and lots of pastry options. Docking a star because there’s no prices listed anywhere :( I ordered two egg & cheese breakfast sandwiches, an almond croissant and two oat vanilla lattes. The total was $30 which is very reasonable in 2024 and relatively cheaper when compared to other local coffee shops in the west end. It was about $5-$6 per item which I only knew because I watched the screen as the barista rang up my order on the till. Service was really great! Despite it being a walk up, friendly baristas greeted me as soon as I walked up. Food: sandwiches were awesome (5/5), pastry was huge, flaky and tasty (5/5)! and the coffees were average/on par to many local coffee shops in the area (4/5). My feedback would be to add menu pricing and have some sort of open sign so people on Davenport can tell it’s open. I would totally return bc of the pricing, friendly staff and good food!

Kimberly Daley

Google

I had heard about the pizza so today I tried the margarita...Ah-mazing! Crispy crust and just the right amount of super fresh sauce...and what tops it off is the consistently nice and friendly service we get each and everytime. Breakfast sandwiches btw are next level...legit amount of bacon

Gio Lamancha

Google

The best pizza in the neighborhood as well as wonderful people who make you experience exceptional! Especially, Rosario he is the master or great experience and authentic pizza!

Victoria Alves

Google

The scones are next level! Coffee is great, other baked goods are also delicious, but if you don't get their scones... big mistake. 10/10. P.S. They also sell Bar Ape gelato bars - super tasty!

Katherine B

Google

Had a latté. Not only is this place take-out only, it’s a walk-up so you can’t go inside. No pastries were available to test out. The coffee was good but the service was lacking. A ‘hello’ or ‘good morning’ would’ve been nice.

Monie

Google

It’s was interesting… kind of like a drive through … but a walk through (if that makes sense). I approached the cafe and instead of a door to go inside, I was startled by a window which just slide open and an employee’s head popping out asking me what I’d like. I wouldn’t go here again. Maybe if you literally want to walk by and grab a coffee .. sure. But not me. I like an atmosphere, options, and to see my drinks/food being prepared. This is not the case here. I asked how I would know what they offer as I didn’t see a menu. She said what was in the window. There were two items. A plain croissant and a blueberry scone displayed right against a store window. Probably just this location.

venkat iyer

Google

Pretty fantastic coffee, minimal fuss and the scones were good too!

Silver Thorne

Google

Chill locale. Nice staff. had my hopes up for some quality eats (due to other reviews I'd seen) but apparently they've been simplifying their Manu to coffee, lattes etc and whatever pastries they got for the day. Had an olive oil cake ( which was good and a first for me) and a single Americano (also good. Very Smoothe.) I' ll have to come by another time to get a better feel for the place.

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