About Us - Yeti Coffee Bar | Our Story & Mission

How It All Began

In 2016, Maria Santos had a simple dream: to create a coffee shop that would serve not just exceptional coffee, but also build a community where people could connect, work, and find inspiration. What started as a small corner shop in Queen Street West has grown into Toronto's beloved Yeti Coffee Bar.

The name "Yeti" represents our commitment to excellence and our adventurous spirit in sourcing the finest coffee beans from remote mountain regions around the world. Just like the legendary Yeti, we're always searching for something extraordinary, something that most people haven't discovered yet.

Today, we're proud to serve over 15,000 satisfied customers and have become a cornerstone of the local community, while never losing sight of our original mission: to craft the perfect cup of coffee, one customer at a time.

Our Mission & Values

What drives us every day and shapes everything we do

Excellence

We never compromise on quality. From bean selection to brewing technique, everything we do is guided by our pursuit of perfection.

Community

We believe coffee brings people together. Our space is designed to foster connections, conversations, and community building.

Sustainability

We're committed to ethical sourcing, environmental responsibility, and supporting coffee farmers through fair trade partnerships.

Authenticity

We stay true to our roots and values, creating genuine experiences that reflect our passion for coffee and care for our customers.

Innovation

We continuously explore new brewing methods, coffee origins, and ways to enhance our customers' experience while honoring coffee traditions.

Warmth

Every interaction should feel like coming home. We create a warm, welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and appreciated.

Meet Our Team

The passionate people behind every perfect cup

Maria Santos

Founder & Head Roaster

Maria's journey began with a love for coffee and a dream to create the perfect coffee experience. She oversees our roasting process and ensures every bean meets our high standards.

David Chen

Head Barista & Trainer

With 10 years of experience, David leads our barista team and training program. He's a certified Q Grader and latte art champion.

Sarah Johnson

Operations Manager

Sarah ensures everything runs smoothly, from supply chain management to customer service. She's the heart of our daily operations.

Alex Thompson

Coffee Buyer & Sustainability Officer

Alex travels the world to source our coffee beans, building relationships with farmers and ensuring our sustainability commitments are met.

From Bean to Cup

Our meticulous process ensures every cup meets our standards of excellence

1

Source

We carefully select beans from sustainable farms in Central America, South America, and East Africa, building direct relationships with growers.

2

Roast

Our small-batch roasting process is carefully monitored to bring out the unique characteristics of each bean variety and origin.

3

Brew

Our trained baristas use precise measurements, timing, and temperature to extract the perfect flavors from our freshly roasted beans.

4

Serve

Every cup is served with care and attention to detail, creating an experience that goes beyond just great coffee.

Awards & Recognition

Recognized for our commitment to excellence and community

Best Coffee Shop 2023

Toronto Coffee Guide

Sustainability Award

Green Business Toronto 2022

Community Choice

Queen Street West BIA 2021

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Experience the Yeti Coffee Bar difference for yourself. We can't wait to serve you!

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