July 18, 2019 | Lifestyle

Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur, interested in trying something new or just looking for a great cup to start off your day, Lit Espresso Bar in Leaside has got you covered.

Lit Espresso Bar is a family-owned business, The Angellotti’s opened their new location on Bayview in Leaside a few years ago, formerly known as Play Café. This gorgeous espresso bar is filled with Italian inspired décor designed by the Angellotti’s father – from the mesmerizing tin ceiling to the rustic wood tables, the unmistakable modern yet cozy vibe offers nothing short of an ideal ambiance for sipping away at your coffee while catching up on some work, hosting a meeting, or catching up with a friend.

The locals brag about Lit’s vast coffee selection & barista bar. Using their own Landscape Coffee Roasters beans, the double shots of their house blend espressos, cappuccinos, lattes and Americanos are all worth a try! Drip coffee is also a popular choice here, whether you prefer beans from Columbia, Costa Rica, Kenya or Ethiopia, you’ll find them featured on their ever-rotating coffee roster. Tea drinker? Their variety of loose-leaf teas have you covered on all bases. Relax and watch the barista’s show off their skills preparing your favourite brew.

Lit understands that the daily hustle and bustle can get in the way of visiting the bar every day, so they offer their bags of coffee beans as well as their cold brew coffee for purchase so you can take Lit wherever you go! Trying to cut back on coffee? No problem! These guys even offer their own cold-pressed juices sourced from local markets.

As far as their food selection goes, there really isn’t anything they don’t have! Whether you’re stopping by for breakfast or lunch, Lit has something for everyone. From croissants, muffins and filled-to-order cannoli to vegan cookies and freshly made panini’s, you’ll never leave Lit Espresso Bar thirsty or hungry!

This is one of Michael’s favourite local hot-spots in Leaside and is definitely a regular at this location. Michael loves the fact it’s close to home & close to the office. Most of all, Michael boasts about the superb staff and delicious coffee.

Lit Espresso Bar is one of the many local hot-spots within this prestigious community, contact us today to find out more about why we love living in Leaside!