Vegan
Japanese
Delivery
Take-out
Bakery
Plant-based Japanese cafe serving open sandwiches, soups, karaage, cookies, tiramisu, and cheesecake. Open Mon-Sun 9:00am-7:00pm.
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44 Reviews
First Review by br_itt
VeganDrainer
Points +1354
Actually goated - Edit
Katsu sando was really good. The pie slices are so good, and the restaurant is beautiful
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Thranduil3000
Points +21
Best dessert in Toronto! - Edit
If you love Japanese desserts this place will not disappoint. I have gone to Tsuchi Cafe multiple times and it’s a heavenly experience each time!
Read moreKare pan, tarts and onigiri are a must try!! Their pop ups and limited time items are also outstanding and always worth it!
Pros: Amazing food, Great options, Sweet and savoury options
Cons: Limited seating
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Vegosaurus
Points +66
Tasty! - Edit
Loved the food here, both savory and sweet dishes. Wonderful flavours.
Read morePros: Flavours , Atmosphere
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vegopajk
Points +362
A taste of Japan - Edit
Excellent onigiri!
Read moreKatsu sandwich was very tasty!
Earl gray pastry was fantastic!
Pros: Great food
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ChristineCiancio
Points +32
Best Mushroom Soup I have EVER had - Edit
They have the best mushroom soup I have ever had.
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hellohappyvegan
Points +933
Exquisite, yet humble food & space - Edit
"Tsuchi" translates to "soil" in Japanese, symbolizing a foundation that nurtures life and growth. Venturing into Tsuchi Cafe, I fell in love with every aspect as they embraced this beautiful concept. The ambiance gracefully transported me back to Japan, the service was efficient, and the food experience was nothing short of perfection.
Read moreChoosing where to begin was a delightful challenge, but the allure of a "savory donut" drew me to the Kare Pan. This fluffy bread, stuffed with the signature 12 spice "beef" curry, coated in sourdough panko, and fried to crispy perfection, left me in awe. The juxtaposition of the crunchy exterior and fluffy interior, housing tender "beef" curry with just the right hint of heat, made each bite a unique and satisfying experience. I loved it so much that I couldn't resist ordering another one to go!
Craving something sweet, I ordered the Silky Vanilla Flan, described as one of Japan's most popular sweets. The custard's silky texture, infused with traditional flavors and drizzled with caramel syrup, left me calling it "absurdly good" in my vlog. The sweetness was perfectly balanced, with fresh vanilla bean flavor and a delightful burnt caramel taste. I savored every silky bite, even appreciating the jar it came in enough to bring it back to the states for reuse.
I also ordered an Oat Milk Cappuccino, yet the delectable food stole the spotlight, making it challenging to divert my attention elsewhere.
Conveniently situated on College St., Tsuchi Cafe offers a few indoor tables, and I suspect there might be outdoor seating in the summer. Among the stellar plant-based spots in Toronto, this one takes the top spot in my book!
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Pros: authentic ambiance, culinary perfection, pricing
rasika.venkat
@hellohappyvegan Great review!! Thank you!! 🙌🏼
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MarcusK
Points +1008
Absolutely delightful - Edit
I’ve been wanting to visit for a long time and I’m happy to have made the trip. The cafe is small with very limited seating but they have wonderful desserts, snacks and tea. If ever you are in the area or are wondering if it’s worth the effort to battle traffic and lack of parking, this place is delightful.
Read morePros: Wonderful snacks, Great teas, Delicious cakes and cookies
Cons: Very small and little space , Hard to get to
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drea1981
Points +764
My favourite place in Toronto best sweets - Edit
Best deserts never to sweet!
Read moreSo flavourful and light
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villain
Points +8089
Seasonal desserts - Edit
Everything here looks so good that it's hard to make a decision, but the pistachio matcha tart was perfect! It's the best dessert I've had recently. I'll have to come back to try the Miso Caramel Kabocha Cheesecake.
Read moreAll the sweets and savories are labeled accordingly for gluten-free/nut free/soy free. I love places that do this!
Service is very fast and friendly. A truly wonderful Japanese bakery. The only downside is that it's hard to find seating
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SabrinaJade
Points +69
The 3 G's Good Food, Good Service, Good Vibes - Edit
The food was delicious for starters, and the overall vibe of the place was calming and nice. I told the staff it was my first time there and they really were so kind.
Read moreWould highly recommend checking them out if you haven't already.
Pros: Amazing Food, Friendly Staff, Awesome Vibe
Cons: Not to much space to sit
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PaulaVegan!
Points +44
Definitely the best vegan bakery in town - Edit
Cute place, good food and drinks! A little pricey, but I'm ok with that since it's all good quality.
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digitalmimi
Points +1805
Authentic Japanese food - Edit
I haven’t Japanese cafe food or curry as authentic as this place anywhere else in Canada. The yuzu cake was amazing and the curry was so satisfying. Don’t miss it.
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SandraY
Points +153
Delicious desserts - Edit
We took a few to go - I haven't had tiramisu for about 7 years and it was delicious! We also tried the citrus dessert which was good too
Read morePros: Visually beautiful desserts, Amazing tiramisu, Cute cafe
Cons: Desserts are expensive so don't be surprised
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JaceyBennett
Points +148
So cool! - Edit
I've never been to Japan, but I'd like to imagine that it's just like Tsuchi Café. We just popped in on our way out of Toronto, but what a great little place. The signage isn't really helpful, so you're likely to walk right past it!
Read moreI had a sandwich, a donut and a custard bun and they were all so good! They were really busy but everybody was so nice and friendly. The clientele seemed really chill and laid-back.
Pros: Great food, Bidet in the washroom?!?!
Cons: Poor street signage, Sketchy area
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plantsforlife
Points +261
Cool Vibes - Edit
This is a sweet place with so many choices for sweet vegan treats and hot and cold drinks. It was hard to choose!
Read morePros: All vegan., Lots of sweet treats, Great drinks
Cons: Limited seating, Limited savoury menu
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pbj_banana
Points +38
amazing - Edit
cute and cozy atmosphere inside the cafe. delicious treats and drinks. I love to grab some bites here and chill. The cheesecakes taste just like the real thing and are very creamy. I also highly recommend the karepan (curry bun), which they sell as a take-home frozen package (IMO it’s even better when eaten hot)
Read morePros: cozy atmosphere , nice interior design, delicious plant based food
Cons: price , not a lot of seating, especially if it’s busy
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SaraNorlin
Points +3289
Inspired - Edit
Friends told me about the 12 spice beef curry and it was absolutely worth the trip across town for. So flavorful
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MikeWigmore
Points +327
Cozy Spot With Delicious Food - Edit
Delicious food, friendly people!
Read moreGotta try the cheesecake!
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VeggieInThe6ix
Points +950
Maybe my favourite vegan spot in the city! - Edit
Everything is good and I’m not exaggerating. I have tried almost all of their items and they don’t miss. Also, they put thought into everything. Cups have paper lids, washrooms are always immaculate and the service is amazing.
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sglcklch
Points +2919
Good food but could use more seating - Edit
I was intent on trying the curry rice and/or other hot food items, but unfortunately the kitchen only opens on weekends and I was out of luck. Bummer! I ended up getting a kare pan (fried curry bread) and a matcha tiramisu; both were delicious. I did also check out the bathrooms because of the review below and, yes, there were very much aesthetically designed. All that said, seating was very limited—there were only three tables with six seats total and a bench by the entrance with three low coffee tables that were not at all comfortable for dining in.
Read morePros: delicious food
Cons: limited seating, kitchen only open on weekends
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js-toronto
Points +988
Best bakery in Toronto! - Edit
I love this place so much and go often. Everything I’ve tried is so delicious, both sweet and savory options. Popular so it’s hard to find seating inside, but patio seating is available in the summer. They also do takeout/delivery. I recommend this to everyone all the time! Also weird to add but they have great bathrooms!! The inside decor is really nice.
Read morePros: Taste, Presentation, Atmosphere
Cons: Hard to find seating
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BeansOnToast
Points +487
A lovely place to visit with some hard to find food. - Edit
Come here early as the better offerings can sell out by the the afternoon. Reminds me of Chinese Bakeries but this one allows for us Vegans to eat here too.
Read morePros: Karepan (Beef Curry Bun), Tsuchi Morning Sando (Sausage and Egg McMuffin), Old Fashion Donut
Cons: Katsu Sando (Not a fan of Horseradish), Could use more savoury items, Storefront not easy to spot
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marmma
Points +58
The vibes are impeccable - Edit
This cafe was amazing! The food the drinks and the vibes were so incredible. It may be hard to grab a seat if you get there on a weekend but it is well worth it!
Read morePros: All vegan , Food and drinks, Unique
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Aureliecbc
Points +34
Délicieux et rapide - Edit
Je suis allée déjeuner chez Tsuchi, et c'était délicieux. J'ai pris un curry 12 épices de "boeuf" avec des "kaarage" et je me suis régalée. J'ai pris une boisson vitaminée avec. C'était très bon. Je n'avais plus faim pour un dessert, mais ils ont un bel assortiment parmi lesquels choisir, entre des parts de gâteaux, des biscuits et autres cookies. Si vous aimez manger japonais et avez envie de découvrir en version vegan, c'est un très bon endroit.
Read moreAttention il y a peu de place pour s'asseoir.
Pros: Beaucoup de choix , Service rapide, Personnel sympathique
Cons: Peu de place pour s'asseoir
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LaurieDee
Points +2669
This place is incredible - Edit
One of my favourites in Toronto. This place is so special and everything is delightful. Especially the Katsu chicken sandwich, omg I dream about it
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squat
Points +82
Blown away every time - Edit
The cooking and baking are always amazing.
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Miviv
Points +119
beyond Beyond, impossibler than Impossible - Edit
The best vegan burger I’ve ever had. Period.
Read more3 years of being vegan and nothing comes close. House made patty bursting with spices, yakiniku sauteed mushrooms and spicy mustard.
Also had tiramisu tart and hot coco. Both were delightful.
Updated from previous review on 2023-02-18
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