Dear Grain

What is Dear Grain? Situated at 175 Roncesvalles Avenue, Dear Grain brings Adri Greenspan’s sourdough obsession to Toronto's west end. The bright, warm space combines minimalist light wood display counters with shelves stocked with boutique pantry provisions, tinned fish, and high-hydration artisan loaves. It functions as both a dedicated neighbourhood bakery and a sleek daytime cafe with a handful of casual indoor seats.

Dear Grain Menu & What to Order Every loaf and pastry centers on heritage grains and an intensive 12-to-36-hour slow fermentation process designed for better digestion and deep flavour. Take home the blistered Classic Country Loaf or the crackly Super Seeded Loaf, and order a freshly prepared sourdough sandwich or butter-rich sourdough croissant for the walk. Plant-based diners have standout options as well, particularly the vegan salted chocolate buckwheat cookie alongside a Detour espresso or iced matcha latte.

Know Before You Go Service is counter-only with no table reservations, but you can place orders online for same-day pickup if you want to secure popular breads before they sell out. Expect steady lines during weekend brunch hours that move quickly thanks to the efficient counter staff. The bakery is directly accessible via the 504 King streetcar, with metered street parking scattered along Roncesvalles Avenue.