The Common is a great addition to the Little Portugal/Dufferin Grove neighbourhood.  There is plenty of bustle around this super cute coffee shop, located on College just east of Dufferin.  The coffee speaks for itself and they offer free wifi if you can find a seat, although not enough power outlets to geek out for long.  

The Common was opened by a couple that moved to Toronto from Victoria and saw the need for more small high quality coffee shops.  Their vision was right on target.  When I first went to visit the brand new shop, one of the owners was the sole employee making espresso drinks.. every day, all day. At that time his father made all the baked goods each morning before opening.  Their dedication and hard work has paid off.  Go Common!