Nile Coffee Club is an African-inspired cafe and bar, located in the heart of Little Portugal.

Previously located in Brockton Village, sharing space with the popular cake shop Kwento, Nile Coffee Club moved to its current location in May of 2026, replacing a long-standing bar called Four Stars.

The original signage can still be seen above the front door, though the rest of the space has been given a complete facelift.

The walls have been painted a sandy brown, while the scant seating has been replaced by long wooden tables and funky blue benches. 

Jeremy Joo, of JDH Projects, was responsible for the cafe's makeover, with contractors Nikhil and Dillon helping to bring his vision to life.

Operations manager Susie, who took care of us during our visit, emphasizes that Nile Coffee Club was a collaborative effort. 

Though co-owners Sandrine Somé and Taher Elsheikh are the masterminds behind the concept, the cafe wouldn't be quite the same without its bartenders, barista and back-of-house staff. 

Susie also mentions how grateful she is for the support of the community, who embraced the business with open arms. Not only is the cafe packed during the day, but it's also incredibly busy at night.

Nile Coffee Club has two distinct service periods. During the morning and early afternoon, the cafe serves coffee, tea and pastries. After 6:00 pm, cocktails are added to the menu, allowing customers to partake in something a little stronger than an espresso.The Brazilian limeade ($6.50) is a fun, fizzy take on a classic summer drink. Blended limes are combined with condensed milk and club soda, then topped with a lime wheel.

A shot of espresso is served on the side, giving diners the option to add a bit of caffeine to the mix. Our barista, Michaela, recommended trying the drink as is, then adding the espresso afterward for maximum contrast.The Mont Blanc ($7.50) is a creamy iced coffee, made with brown sugar, vanilla and orange zest. The drink is finished with a layer of cream, furthering its resemblance to the mountain that shares its name.Mango sticky rice and coffee jelly ($8.50) combines mango nectar and coconut crema with coffee jelly and genmai-tea-infused condensed milk, creating a drink whose flavour perfectly mirrors the famous South Asian dessert. Moving over to nighttime service, Lovers Rock ($15) is a gin-based cocktail with notes of chamomile, elderflower, ginger and lime. Despite its unassuming appearance, its light, mildly floral flavour made it one of my favourite drinks of the night. Bissap ($14) is bold, sweet and slightly tangy, thanks to a winning combination of roselle juice, gin, agave and lime. The finishing touch is a sprinkling of sumac, enhancing the drink's tart flavour. The Nile Martini ($15) is a punched-up espresso martini, made with orgeat, orange blossom and Nile Coffee Club's very own espresso. The Triple Chocolate Croissant ($6) is a flaky loaf-shaped pastry, filled with ooey gooey chocolate. Caneles ($3) are small, cylindrical desserts, roughly the size of a child's fist. Their thick caramelized exterior provides an interesting contrast to their soft, chewy interior, which is flavoured with rum and vanilla.Additionally, bags of prepackaged coffee are available for purchase, allowing customers to enjoy Nile coffee in the comfort of their own home. Branded mugs and tableware are also available.Nile Coffee Club is located at 1485 Dundas Street West.