Drink

Fido

A sister-cafe to Bongo Java, Fido offers the same brew as the other Bongo Java locations while also offering an array of breakfast/brunch options. You may even be able to snag discounted day-old bagels to pair with your espresso.

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Address: 1812 21st Avenue South
Getting there: across from The Belcourt Theatre
Website: bongojava.com (opens in a new tab)

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