Kingston

Coffee

coffee
Sipps
33 Brock Street

Is a relatively new coffee shop in kingston. it is on brock st. facing market square. a great place to wind down in the evening with a desert or latte, it is worth a trip just for the decor look up, the ceiling is decorated with a design stamped into aluminum. prices are not cheap, a slice of cake runs about $8. try a hot chocolate, made with ghirardelli chocolate.

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Starbucks
329 Johnson Street

At wellington and princess. a common student study hangout for those not concerned with politics. this starbucks was vandalized three times paint is still visible on canopy above the door before police put cameras on nearby buildings. service is good. in direct competition with "the goat", which is a few doors down the street.

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The Sleepless Goat
91 Princess Street

"the goat" (http://www.thesleeplessgo...) is a worker's co-operative. quite famous for their desserts, the goat serves coffees and teas, and a range of vegan / vegetarian foods. it is an alternative culture hangout. located on princess st near the intersection with wellington st. customer service can be slow at times, but the staff is amazing. music and house blend "dr. joe" coffee are both very good. free wifi, but electrical outlets are limited to the front of the cafã©.

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Coffee and Company
53 Princess Street

Sells espresso, coffees, and good teas prepared for loose leaves. a common student study hangout located downtown.

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Tim Hortons
312 Princess St

Can be found throughout the city.

coffee
Country Style

Has two locations: west on bath road hwy. 33, and corner of john counter blvd. formerly elliot avenue and montreal st. in the north end, right next to the community spirit bingo hall.

Alcohol

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The Toucan

(http://www.thetoucan.ca/) is another irish pub. there is a selection of domestic and imported draught to choose from. there are two different bars, and an elevated area overlooking the upstairs bar. seasonally, there is also a covered patio in a quaint limestone courtyard. the food is standard pub fair. the $2.99 breakfast is the best value in kingston.

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Tir Nan'Og
200 Ontario St

And old speckled hen are two joint pubs located in the prince george hotel. the pubs' differ in decor and specialize in beers and whiskies from ireland and britain, respectively. the prince george hotel is currently closed for renovations.

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Kingston Brewing Company (KBC)
34 Clarence St

Is on clarence st. near the intersection of ontario st. as implied by its name, this pub brews its own beer and offers many seasonal beers. notable brews from kbc include white tail, dragon's breath, and the pub's own apple cider. kbc also offers beers from other companies, including guinness, and other well known brands. they have a monthly "brewer's whim" which is usually a canadian microbrew.

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There is a relatively healthy pub scene in Kingston with many high quality establishments. All pubs in Kingston are non-smoking.