Future Bistro

The only time I’m here is late at night when I’m hit with a craving for cake. I know there will always be a glass case full of cake and pie waiting for me to choose from, even when all the other dessert places are already long closed. The last time I was here was on a Sat night at around 11pm, after being kicked out of a Gelato shop that was closing. The place was almost full of people just chatting and hanging out, a welcoming relaxed atmosphere to step into.
I got a slice of raspberry lemon cheesecake which completely fulfilled my cake craving. The counter service was quick and friendly, with part of it being self serve which is nice because you don’t have to wait to be seated or to get water or to grab an extra fork to share cake with.

Good atmosphere and tasty food at reasonable prices. Extensive and incredible dessert selection. Potato salad had an unidentifiable flavour (tangerines?) but was oddly pleasant. Home fries very good, covered with a blend of spices. Recommend the cheesecake!

Cheap and decent breakfast! Did not mind at all. The hot chocolate was delicious. I think I’ll return for dessert next time– the cakes look delicious!

If you’re into flavourless cafeteria food you’ll love this place. Pretty disappointing after grabbing some breakfast here on the weekend. My gf ordered scrambled eggs and we weren’t even sure if they were in fact eggs. Not only were our meals extremely bland, it took forever! You’d think they could turn out a couple of descent egg dishes in under 25 mins…
On the the next one.

They have cakes and cider and Amsterdam brew house beers (y) mmmmmm.
Cake + beer mmmmm.

I’ve been coming to Future’s since I was a student at UofT. It’s a great place to catch up with a couple of friends over food and cake. It works like fast food restaurants, where the menu is hung above the counter. You order & pay and then wait for your food to be ready before you take a seat. Once you’re finished, you dump your plates in a small bin to be cleaned. Definitely not the best place to go if you’re looking to impress your date with something fancy.
The food overall is good but not mind blowing. It’s made pretty quick although I personally believe the price is pretty high. At the same time, the food portion is very generous.
My favourite thing about Future’s is the cake selections. Their cake is always worth the price and very fresh. The strawberry cheesecake is AMAZING.

The customer service we experienced last night was distractingly poor. The organization of the restaurant (i.e. where to order, why there are two separate counters?) was not very intuitive for the first time customer. Their vegetarian entre options were lackluster. I actually did not enjoy the cabbage roll dinner that I ordered. This place does have a nice ambiance (candle on each table, big windows overlooking the hustle and bustle on Bloor) however this was quickly dampened by the awful customer service. Doubt we’ll be back.

Food: ⁴⁄₅
Service: ³⁄₅
Cleanliness: 3.5÷5
Price: $$
I have a confession to make. I love cake. During my undergrad days, I ate a slice of cake a day. It was my food that allowed me to destress and its delicious taste in my mouth was so addicting. I can proudly admit that I was a regular at Future Bistro over the 5 years I was in Toronto because I was one of those who got their card stamped for every slice of cake that was ordered.
My ultimate favourite cake is the Red velvet, but here at Future Bistro, I tend to gravitate towards cakes that I had never tried before. It’s better if you go with a few friends or as a group, then you can try many different cakes at once. :P The service at the bistro seems like it can be a little improved; it does get quite busy during peak hours and many things are self serve (cutlery for example).
The bistro offers over a dozen different kinds of cakes for you to choose from, not including its pies and other baked goods. I haven’t heard one complain about how bad a cake tasted here so I think it’s quite safe to go out of your comfort zone and try one that you had never tried before. I tend to gravitate towards cakes that have caramel in them while I’m here.
The Super Caramel Crunch is my ultimate favourite at Future Bistro. It is layers of caramel and whipped cream which I absolutely love. Some might think it’s a tad bit too sweet, but I beg to differ. It’s the perfect amount of sweetness for me and I can (sometimes) finish this thing before you get to take a bite. It’s quite light and fluffy compared to other denser cakes, so if you’re a bit too full from that dinner you just had or want something less filling, this might be a good choice.
If you go to U of T, chances are you have probably walked past this bistro many times. The bistro opens their windows for the summer and has a great patio outside for you to enjoy. Not only do they serve great desserts, the bistro has great tapas and drinks to share with your friends as well! It really is a great place to end your night whether you get something sweet or savoury (or both). I would highly recommend you to visit if you love cake like me or want to end your night at a nice bistro with lots of locals!

I walked by and saw the patio looked awesome so I bought a coffee inside and took a seat outside. Thirty seconds later the server comes behind me and says, «Sorry, only reserved seating on the patio» and then scampers away without even looking at me. Pretty dehumanizing.
So I go inside and ask the kitchen people what the deal is, since there are a lot of seats available on the patio The one guy just shrugs helplessly while the girl doesn’t make eye contact with me and explains, basically, «thems the rules.»
Bad experience and won’t be going back again.

Great prices and assortment of desserts. Yummy cappuccinos with many milk options. Open late amazing people watching from open window seats or the patio.

Great cake. Nice selection of warm drinks (teas, coffees, apples cider, steamed milk with flavours, etc.). Sometimes a bit too loud for conversations when packed with students, but good for studying if you like a lively kind of white noise around you to help you stay on it. I wish they took debit though!

Holy Moses! This food was delicious. We were terrible people and marched in with a group of 20 but they were quick to put us out on the patio and nailed the service. They were so fast. The food was delicious, especially the perogies (pierogies). Gotta love a place that serves mashed potatoes and gravy or can wedges instead of fries!!!

Decent place. My friend and I sat out by the patio on a sunny day which was nice. The sangria pitchers are great but the food was just alright. I ordered a pound of wings and my friend ordered perogies — both were just okay, it was like your typical bar food.
Wished we had room to try out the dessert– maybe next time!

I like to come here to study sometimes and order a nice tall glass of ice and a bottle of coke. Here’s the break down:
The food: really bad. I’ve eaten here a few times and the food runs on a scale of really bad to mediocre. I made the mistake of ordering poached eggs and they served them in the plate without draining them and my plate was covered in water. Ew. The mashed potatoes and gravy are edible. The desserts are nice and the coffee drinkable.
The service. No table service, (might be on the patio not sure) it’s all cafeteria style. The guys and gals at the counter are ok, not overly friendly.
The space: big open concept with couches at the back. Good place for kids as the place isn’t cramped so they won’t be bored silly having to sit still. The patio is also really large and a great spot on bloor.
The result: don’t expect much from the food but come for the great space and maybe a dessert.

The desserts do not disappoint! Future’s cheesecakes are amazing and their Truffle Royale is to die for! Salads were a bit bland. Desserts were pricey. However, the quality of Future’s food (especially their cakes!) make up for the prices. Will definitely be coming back again to try out more of their amazing cakes!

This place wasn’t bad, but nothing great. The desserts are all pre-​packed and have that weird chemical taste to them. The café acts more like a dispensary of sweets (i.e. nothing is made there). The food is also most likely not made there. Basically it’s like eating at a fast food place, but with way better atmosphere. The place is large and there are plenty of areas to sit (no free wifi). It caters mostly to a student crowd, so there is usually a lot of good chatter and noise going on, which makes for a nice atmosphere.
This is more of a place to go if you’re a student and need to work on a group project and possible chow down some food real quick!

Surprised this bar atmosphere had 20 different types of cakes to choose from!!! Tried the crime brûlée cheese cake was so good. Will be back for sure!

The staff are friendly and I like the atmosphere (mainly for students, you’ll see tons of textbooks and laptops). The food was decent (I had the jalapeño perogies with fruit salad and mashed potatoes for $ 11.50). The service is pretty quick (when I was there they did seem a bit understaffed as only one seat was open and many people were ordering food, however the staff did not seem to let this show.
The drinks are also cheap (a 60oz pitcher of sangria for just under $ 20, doubles are about $ 6.50) and with a double gin and tonic and the perogies my meal was about $ 18 with tax, so no complaints.
I haven’t tried the desserts but on another evening (perhaps not during dinner/​just after dinner) I would like to go back as they look amazing.

A great neighborhood bar. The décor isn’t particularly inspired, but the bar staff is friendly to a fault, and the food is solid. I had the chicken schnitzel, which while unremarkable, still hit the spot. Tap selection is a bit sparse, but they have a decent variety of bottles beers. Home fries are delicious, and people at my table sparred over the last few. With your meal, you also get to make a salad choice: mixed greens, coleslaw or fruit salad.
The best part of this place though, is the real sense of camaraderie that seems to exist between all the regulars — it’s common to see random patrons approach your table, only to discover that they’re friends with someone else in your party. Everyone neighborhood has/​needs a place like this.
Didn’t get to try the desserts, but they look fantastic as well. Will probably come back here a few more times before summer’s out.

This spot has a great atmosphere which is causal and fun to be in. In each corner there is something for all crowds. It has the option for drinks, food, dessert and coffee.