Trinacria

What is Trinacria? Occupying 374 Danforth Avenue just paces east of Chester Station, Trinacria brings an authentic Sicilian espresso bar and pasticceria to the Playter Estates-Danforth strip. Spun off from Scarborough's longtime Trinacria Italian Bakery, the room is warm and unpretentious, framed by glass cases stacked high with pastries, a gleaming espresso bar, and cozy bistro tables for lingering over a cup.

Trinacria Menu & What to Order Crisp cannoli piped with sweet ricotta and flaky cornetti filled with luscious pistachio crema take centre stage in the morning display. On the savoury side, order the golden arancini stuffed with seasoned meat or a hot-pressed Italian panino stacked with provolone. Pair your bite with a pulled-to-order Italian espresso, a rich almond cappuccino, or round off the visit with a dish of house-made gelato.

Know Before You Go Service is entirely walk-in and counter-order, with swift turnover even during bustling weekend morning rushes. Chester subway station is practically right next door, though drivers can find Green P lots on Chester and Arundel avenues. Doors open daily at 8:00 a.m. and run straight through the evening.