Arch Cafe

The value proposition of The Arch is that it is low maintenance:  it's almost always open, prices are pretty low, food and coffee are decent, and the service is always friendly and efficient.  And you can come here for any length of time, for any pre- or post- event and you won't be looked at askance.  They've got gelato too - good for after dinner at one of the other Stanley Street restaurants.  There's also a great old-school vibe here with old Italian guys sipping espresso and various weathered neighbourhood types gossiping away.