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Delicious. We need baked bread in this hood hopefully they start baking bread products!,

If I’m being completely honest, i was on my way to Brock Sandwich to get the pulled pork sandwich but I saw a HUGE rat corpse at Bloor and Emerson. Apparently the rat was going north on Emerson and the car made a bad turn. The lower body was still fully in tact and I decided that I didn’t crave pulled pork anymore.– I was instantly delivert after viewing that pulled rat mess. ew
So I went to Home and I got a ginger cookie, carrot cake and a coffee – basically as much food as possible and pretended it was for me and my friend (I got two forks even). Thanks to divine timing, a fresh carrot cake had just come out… praise be. I absolutely cannot wait to see some gingerbread treats and eggnog related items. I’m gaining weight cuz of them ginger cookies but I wont fat shame myself by feeling bad and I’m not gonna stop eating either.
5 stars.

Wow! This place is phenomenal. Worth the trek from wherever you are in the city. You can’t go wrong with any of the baked goods. Always fresh and balanced. Never too sweet. Plan to have a treat while you’re there AND bring a box of mixed treats home to share. Also, the baristas make a consistently good cup.

The baked goods were awesome. I had pumpkin pie and the cinnamon bun. However, their beverage selection is terrible. No beer, no coke, no bottled water. The latte was good.

Home definitely has good shit. I would have given them a 4 star rating if my guard didn’t have to go up every time I’ve been served. I feel a bit like a nuisance. That’s the vibe I’ve gotten from more than one of the girls, unfortunately. I struggle with the decision to go back because of this.

I really like the pastries at Home but I have to say the customer service is unimaginably rude. Out of the 6 or so times I have been here only once was I treated by someone that didn’t hate their life. A charming gentleman was more than engaging and helpful but that’s where it ends. On my first visit the lady behind the counter stood with her back to me for almost 3 solid minutes. When she turned around she just stared at me. I tried to ask about flavors of certain things etc and she could not have been more disinterested in her job. This was a consistent theme for every subsequent visit where the women behind the counter acted as those patrons were non existent and even a bother. I’m starting to think its the company culture here to hate the happiness of others. And it wasn’t just me. I noticed the effort in which our said counter attendant had to stifle a smile with the people ahead of me. On my last and final visit I tried to be honey comb sweet to no avail. Questions are answered with frustration or with the minimum amount of language possible. Blank stares and disgruntled overtones aren’t worth the really good ice cream here, anymore.

After a comprehensive search throughout the GTA, I’m happy to announce that… DRUMROLL please… Home is HOME to the BEST CINNAMON BUN in Toronto. The best. Indisputable. It is the winner. I have tried cinnamon buns all over TO, I have walked/​biked/​driven wayyyy out of my way on just a rumour of there maybe being cinnamon buns, I have spent hours of my time and lots of my $$$ in pursuit of soft warm cinnamon-​y goodness. And it’s at Home Baking Co where I found it. It’s perfect. The dough is amazing, perfectly matched with the buttery, cinnamon-​y ooey gooey goodness. It’s perfectly baked, not too hard, not too soft. There isn’t too much icing, it’s the perfect amount. It’s perfectly balanced between sweet and cinnamon-​y and buttery — not too sweet, not cloying, and perfectly home baked flavor — it doesn’t taste manufactured or chemically in any way, it tastes likes someone baked it with love. It’s big enough to split and be satisfying for two people, but it’s not too big it you want to finish it yourself. One caveat: This type of goodness takes time. They don’t make these before they open, so this cinnamon bun is not be available first thing when Home opens, and they open kind of late for a bakery as it is (11am). They maybe start making them when they open or later… and then they are made from scratch, so they make dough, the dough has to rise, this all takes time. On average, I think cinnamon buns are usually available starting at around 1:30pm, and they are often sold-​out by 3pm. So check their website and their FB and their twitter or call ahead or do whatever you need to do to guarantee your claim to one of these awesome cinnamon buns. If you go there, there’s a lovely girl named Lindsay behind the counter sometimes, and if the buns aren’t ready yet she will put one aside for you when they are ready so you can pick up later. That, my friends, is real service, no doubt about it. Home also sometimes has day old buns that Lindsay will heat up for you — go ahead and do that, day old is ok with these bad boys. And enjoy. Because it’s the BEST CINNAMON BUN IN THE WHOLE CITY FOR REAL.
PS. I’ve also had coffee, cookies, cake, ice cream sandwiches, and even gluten free junk here and it’s all BOMB. Just buy everything they make, pronto. Enjoy.

Purposely sought this place out and was not disappointed. I tried the dairy-​free chocolate ice cream sandwich and was reluctant to even share it with my loved ones. Freshly baked cookies and mouth watering gelato taste. They were sold out of carrot cake but the 5 cookie flavours I got were enough to calm my sweet tooth for the week. Yummy!

Was walking along Bloor between Dufferin and Lansdowne a week ago. Decided to drop in as this place looked so cute from the outside. They make their baked goods from scratch.
I had the butter tart and an iced vanilla latte.
I opted for the butter tart with no raisins. I wouldn’t say it was good. It was ok. I was craving something sweet and it hit the spot. The filling was a bit runny.
The iced vanilla latte was ok as well.
I may drop in if I am in the area. Apparently they are open till 8 pm everyday. They also make ice cream and gelato.

Well it’s about time I write a review for home. I’ve been here at least a dozen times since I discovered them back in March (thanks to a quick Unilocal search for carrot cake!).
This place is super cute and cozy and is aptly named since it kinda feels like home. All baked goods are laid out on the counter (which I suppose some people don’t like as they appreciate the items being kept behind a glass case) but I don’t mind it at all. It makes it feel more like, well, home and it’s very enticing to have it all right in front of you. There are about 4 or 5 small tables and it’s the perfect place for people watching, both inside and outside the shop.
Now onto the most important part — the food. Everything I’ve tasted here is amazing! I’ve had the cookies (my favourite is the spicy ginger), many-​a-​slice of carrot cake (although i have to agree with my fellow Unilocaler — i’d love more icing!), cinnamon buns, and several flavours of ice cream (lemon meringue, hello!). No matter what you choose, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed. I believe they also have a couple gluten-​free and vegan treats, which isn’t quite my jam, but it might be yours.
Service is always friendly. Cash or credit only.
Love it! There’s no place like home.

Went here with a friend as we were walking by and had to stop in at the site of ice cream. It was such a great atmosphere with dim lights and seating for two’s. The place is owned by the owners of Bakerbots. I was a bit hesitant to eat her as I have an allergy to peanuts and saw peanut butter cookies and ice cream. The lady working there assured me that they wash the scooper each time (I just hope that each worker here is that diligent). So I tried the Espresso and Burnt Marshmallow. Love the ice cream flavours and the taste — so creamy, so tasty — tastes with full flavour and intensity! The price was great too! I didn’t try their cookies though as I was too hesitant with the peanut allergy… not to mention the cookies were right where people ordered, exchanged money and the cookies were exposed — no covers! I was definitely turned off by that. I would come back!

Seriously a hidden gem.
I can’t believe I’ve lived across this beauty for the past year, and only discovering it now.
After trying out all the ‘top’ ice cream sammies joints last summer, I was convinced nothing could beat Baker’s Bot. Alas, there’s Home! Ironically, co-​owned by the peeps of Baker’s Bot. Not to mention, righttttt across the street. #Winning!
The given name ‘Home’ suits the establishment very well. It’s a warm, cozy, ‘home-​y’ joint. (how clever, I know)
The smell of their cakes and goodies baked from scratch, fills the entire room. You can’t help but want to buy a bit of everything. Along with their unique teas, and espressos.
For the home made icecreams, flavours consisted of: lemon meringue, sweet cream, peanut butter & jelly, cinnamon, French mint, dark chocolate, vanilla bean, strawberry, burnt marshmallow, and diary-​free raspberry.
The ice cream sandwiches are priced at $ 4/​half, $ 7/​full.
Make note, their cakes are also available to order! Subject to 3 days advance notice.
Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the Bloordale area.

A hidden gem. Great atmosphere, and for a big slice of carrot cake that was made the night previous, still delicious and moist. Must try.

They also take credit cards as well as cash. I’ve been to this place almost weekly since finding it. On the last visit I tried the lemon meringue pie ice cream and holy smokes. Great way to cool off on a warm day.
**one of the always friendly staff told me they have purchased their own ice cream maker and will soon be serving Home-​made cold goodness**

This place is opened by one of the guys who co-​owns Bakerbots. It felt Bakerbots-​like the moment I walked in. Tried their burnt marshmellow and espresso ice cream on white chocolate macadamia nuts. Their ice cream was excellent. Deliciously creamy and flavour was accurate. Similar to Bakerbots and bang bang, their cookies are always harder than they look. I’m always disappointed when I bite into the cookie. It’s not to say their cookies aren’t good, they’re just too hard for an ice cream sandwich. One star docked there. Where I dock another star is that all the delicious baked goods are all displayed on the counter with no sneeze guards. Seeing that people say their orders over the counter where all the food is displayed, I have no doubt that customers’ spit droplets have probably inadvertently fallen on the goods. Not to mention with the door wide open, gusts of wind and debris have probably flown in and landed on the food. Not cool. I’m sure the food is delicious but please keep them protected!

In warmer weather, one would be branded a fool for not going with the obvious choice of Home’s ice cream sandwiches made with freshly baked cookies. The toasted marshmallow flavoured ice cream is heavenly. There are usually at least six choices of cookies to choose from. Oh, sweet summer time.
Don’t fret just yet just cause it’s cold outside though. When the weather drops, see it as an opportunity to wild out on the rest of the delicious baked and steeped offerings on the menu.
Carrot cake is as good as apple pie, but truth be told, I am hooked on their banana cream pudding. When I’m not eating it, I am thinking or dreaming about it. Served in take away coffee cups, the regular ($ 4) is a lovely post meal dessert. The large ($ 6.50) is fit for sharing or one of those dessert for lunch days, which should happen about once a week if you know what’s best for you.

Nice cozy place to get some coffee. The staff are always nice and friendly. They have tons of baked goods like cookies, cake, pie — all temptingly on display like a spread. They appear to have ice cream as well, so this place will likely be a go-​to destination once summer comes back.
Americano is always delicious. I’ve not tried any of the other options, but I’m usually just a straight-​up coffee guy and they make it well. Oatmeal, peanut butter, and chocolate chip cookies are always on point as well.
Welcoming atmosphere, chill vibes, and great coffee!

My advice: only bring enough cash to cover what you came in to buy. Because if you don’t, YOU WILL SPEND EVERYTHING YOU HAVE ON COOKIES.
I learned my lesson the hard way when I wandered into Home Baking Co. one rainy afternoon. It’s a warm and inviting little shop, with tables, cushioned benches, and twinkle-​lights across the white granite countertops. Countertops lined with beautifully-​made, delicious treats.
Their baked good offerings change every day, so don’t expect your favorites to be there on each visit. The cookies are there every day though, and for me, that’s all that matters. HBC’s cookies are the perfect amount of undercooked gooeyness, with crispy, chewy edges and… yeah, you get the picture. I tried the black pepper ginger and the chocolate chip sea salt, both of which were delicious. They have a pretty solid selection, including a few gluten-​free options.
I also tried a slice of their pear frangipane tart, which was just okay. Not mediocre enough to deter me from coming back!

This is the new place opened by Chris Stopa, the co-​owner of Bakerbots (
). Ice cream sandwiches are same deal as bakerbots (although I think a bit less expensive), but with different types of cookies and ice cream flavours. Chris is a super awesome guy — always great to chat with. For a great review and more info see
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PS: try the buttertarts, they are amazing.

New business in the bloordale area. I think the owner used to be at Bakerbots. Really great décor, friendly staff, and their baked goods is delicious. Had their pecan tart and london fog ice cream sandwich with ginger cookie — both amazing. First time i went, had their carrot cake and while good, was just a tad sweet for me. Will be a regular visitor for sure