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small and independent presses, a cultural studies section with a wide array of international magazines. well organized. they seriously have everything that's missing at more corporate bookstores. CHEAP, friendly servers, ecelectic atmosphere, pretty good food. they play good music too- the only time i ever heard american analog set in a public space!! 
It's a bit pricey to "do lunch" here often, but with luxe offerings like prosciutto cotto and pesto aioli on ciabatta on hand, you'd better believe it's worth it (the Topogigio - brie and mozzarella with sundried tomatoes - is pictured here). Service is friendly and attentive, good place to lunch if you can take your time heading back to the office. Go now, before the AGO finishes building the sneezeguard. 
okay - i love the nerd cool of this place. it's not an internet cafe, but just like its name suggests, it is a cafe with an open source software theme, full of books on coding, and plenty of places to park with your laptop and use the free wireless. the sunny windows and great assortment of cheap and delicious organic coffees, vegan and standard baking, grilled sandwiches and smoothies make it a great place to spend a couple of hours. great little patio. great view of the park. friendly staff. 
I always find something great when I go in there. Especially good vintage boots. The owner knows how to pick cool pieces in good condition. 
you need to be a member of the co-op to shop here, but if you want to just give it a try, you can shop once for free. karma's been around for more than 30 years, and carries a large selection of local and organic produce, organic bulk foods, organic meats and breads, and environmentally friendly household products. very cool. find out more about membership, the co-op, or read their newsletter here: http://www.karmacoop.org/index.html amazing and extensive collection of movies, many rare and hard to find, ie. documentary, criterion collection, foreign films, etc. my favourite movie rental store by a long shot. they even have free popcorn, treats and coffee available!! the world's largest photography festival is toronto born and raised! CONTACT exhibits throughout the month of may across the city. Enjoy public installations, lectures and artist talks, education programs, numerous social events, and the huge roster of exhibitions, featuring celebrity and high-profile photographers, and many emerging (often local) artists. not to miss! the most delicious coffee i've ever had in this city. doubly enjoyable because it's fair trade and organic. they also carry a wide range of loose tea. the actual space is tiny but adorable, with a shabby-chic decor, free wireless, and a huge window overlooking college street. a real hipster coffee bar. Showing Results 1-11 of 11 1
