Where to stop for a cup of coffee on the Peninsula
Being a tourist can be hard work. And putting the right fuel in your tank to sustain you until lunchtime is one of the most important decisions of the day, right?
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Being a tourist can be hard work. And putting the right fuel in your tank to sustain you until lunchtime is one of the most important decisions of the day, right? Luckily for you, a great cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast is easy to find. There are lots of little joints specializing in that basic paper cup … but you’re on vacay and in no hurry, so why not check out a local coffee shop or café? Here, you’ll quickly discover that the fresh air on the Bruce awakens taste buds that crave something fresh and flavourful to get you started and on your way … whether it’s 7 am or noon.
The Sweet Shop, Tobermory
The Sweet Shop is located in Little Tub Harbour. Stop in for your morning coffee, or pop by for a sweet treat like ice cream, caramel corn, or a baked good. This shop is a popular stop for both tourists and locals! Please note, The Sweet Shop is closed in winter.
Rachel’s Restaurant, Lion’s Head
Rachel’s really does offer something for everyone and is home to some of the best coffee and baked goods in Lion’s Head. If your timing is right, you’ll be hit by a waft of something delicious when you open the door. The bakery serves a changing variety of muffins, squares, breads, buns, pies and pastries plus organic fair-trade coffee, Nespresso espressos and lattes to go. If you arrive hungry, and its noon, there are plenty of delicious menu items to satisfy, from salads and juicy burgers to soups and sandwiches with daily specials.
Lost Art Espresso, Wiarton
Lost Art Espresso is a quaint coffee shop in Wiarton. The atmosphere is bright with natural light and vibrant green plants throughout the space. Enjoy a delicious latte and sweet treat, then browse their retail gallery where you’ll find locally made and sourced art and lifestyle products.
The Green Door Café, Wiarton
A local hang out, The Green Door Café features the best farm to table ingredients prepared fresh every day with a menu that changes with the seasons. Breakfasts will make you want to linger with fresh coffees and teas at the ready. A warm greeting from owners quickly make you feel at home, like a local yourself. Enjoy comfort food at its finest but be sure to get a homemade butter tart to go.
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Stella Gelato Café – Tobermory
Can’t decide between a caffeinated beverage and a sweet treat? Now you don’t have to choose! At Stella Gelato Cafe in Tobermory, enjoy sweet and yummy gelato in a wide variety of flavours while ordering a coffee at the same time. They also serve iced frappes, iced lattes and gelato milkshakes to help beat the summer heat.
Go for a walk around the harbour while soaking up the beautiful views. Tobermory has many fantastic hiking trails not too far from town, like the Burnt Point Loop to the Little Dunks Bay Lookout. You could also enjoy a coffee in the morning at Stella Gelato Cafe, embark on a glass-bottom boat tour to Flowerpot Island and come back in the afternoon for a gelato. Please note that Stella Gelato Cafe is only open seasonally.
Tobermory Coffee Company – Tobermory
Tobermory Coffee Company serves premium coffee from freshly roasted coffee beans. Their location is just steps away from the downtown and close to where the Chi-Cheemaun docks, making it a perfect location to grab a cup of coffee, freshly baked bagel and (or!) sweet treat before you set sail or browse
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