Scarborough's Coffee In family opening Almusal, a modern neighbourhood cafe, in early 2027
The family behind Coffee In is launching a cafe with coffee, matcha and all-day brunch, though the location has not been revealed.
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The Taninas family, who have run Scarborough's Coffee In on Lawrence East for about 20 years, are opening a new concept in Toronto. Coffee In is known for Filipino comfort food, including La Paz Botchoy, and despite its name it is not a coffee shop, a confusion the family says it hears often.
Almusal, expected to open in early 2027, is a coffee and brunch spot the next generation of the family is taking on. Co-owner Erika Taninas describes it as a "modern, warm, and inviting neighbourhood cafe" serving coffee drinks, matcha, all-day brunch and lunch options.
"Our vision is to create more than just a place to grab coffee or enjoy a meal," Erika Taninas said. "We want it to be a space where people can slow down, connect, and feel at home."
She said Almusal will have its own identity, separate from Coffee In, while carrying the family's history forward. "Opening Almusal is our way of carrying that legacy forward while bringing a new vision to life," she said.
The location has not been announced. The family says updates will be posted on Almusal's social media.
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What kind of food and drinks does Almusal serve?
Almusal is a modern neighbourhood cafe serving coffee drinks, matcha, all-day brunch, and lunch options. It is run by the next generation of the Taninas family, who also run Coffee In in Scarborough.
When will Almusal open?
Almusal is expected to open in early 2027. It is a new cafe from the family behind Coffee In on Lawrence East in Scarborough.
Where is Almusal located?
The location of Almusal has not been announced yet. Updates will be posted on Almusal's social media.
