THE ISLAND CAFE ON WARD’S ISLAND

Every day, The Island Cafe offers pastries from La Bastille Boulangerie Patisserie.

Flaky croissants (both sweet and savory), delicious quiches, fluffy muffins, buttery cookies, and irresistible beignets.

And offers high-quality coffee from local Reunion Coffee Roasters.

From lattes to cortados, espressos to macchiatos, and everything in between—if you love it, we’ll make it! Whether you’re craving a rich cappuccino, a smooth drip coffee, or something customized just for you, our baristas have you covered.

The RESTAURANT LATE SUMMER Menu

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Hours of Operation:

The Cafe:

Monday to Sunday ~ 11 am to 5:00 pm

The Restaurant and Bar:

Monday to Sunday~ 12 pm to 5 pm

** Concert Nights - Open until 8 pm

***Please note - we do not take reservations under 10 people - over 10? Email us at:

eyren@islandcafeto.com

GETTING HERE:

BY FERRY: SCHEDULE

BY WATER TAXI : TDOT | PIRATE TAXI | TORONTO WATER TAXI

ADDRESS:

45 Channel Avenue

Ward’s Island, Toronto, ON

Steps from the Ward’s Island Ferry Terminal, our Cafe Kiosk offers a delightful tasty escape.

Enjoy the best of Toronto Island life with us!

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Green initiatives

Sustainability at The Island Café 🌿

Caring for the environment is at the heart of what we do. From building our patio furniture with recycled wood to maintaining our on-site compost heap, we take steps every day to reduce our footprint. We also say no to single-use plastics—all of our takeout materials are 100% compostable.

Join us in enjoying the island while keeping it beautiful for future generations! 💚✨

Our Commitment to Local & Green Eating 🌿

At The Island Café, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s how we operate.

🌱 GrowTO Greens: In 2016, Co-Owner Maura McIntyre launched this initiative to explore how much kale can be grown in just 1/100 of an acre. Each summer, we harvest around 480 pounds of kale, donating it to local food banks and community members.

♻️ Recycled Coffee Grounds: Since January 2023, we’ve been collecting used coffee grounds from cafés across Toronto, biking over 2,800 pounds to our gardens. Coffee grounds are rich in nitrogen, help deter pests naturally, and attract beneficial earthworms—keeping our gardens thriving!

Join us in supporting a greener, more sustainable future. 💚🌎

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View fullsize Closed Thursday for Tent Move! ⛺️ We’ll be closed all day tomorrow as we move our big event tent to fully enclose the café, bar, and restaurant for the rest of the season! This cozy setup will let us stay open longer, offering shelter
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View fullsize Sunshine in the Fall🍁🍂 We are still here and happy to welcome you! Dress for the weather as our patio will still be open for another week! Then we will be enclosing the area with a heated tent. Current Hours 🕰️ 11am-5pm for The Cafe ☕️ 12pm-5
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View fullsize 🧡 Today, we honour the Survivors and remember the thousands of Indigenous children who never returned home. Island Cafe stands on land cared for by the Mississaugas of the Credit, Anishinaabe, Chippewa, Haudenosaunee, and Wendat nations. We recogniz
View fullsize Ward’s Island in the early 1900s 🌳 📷 These archival photos tell the story of our island’s extensive history. 1936: Toronto’s skyline from Ward’s Island featured just the Royal York Hotel and Bank of Commerce building. The
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View fullsize 🚨🐶 We are thrilled to reveal the two winning doggos from our contest! After so many adorable entries, these two left us with heart eyes for days. 😍 🏆 . A big thank you to everyone who shared their adorable furry friends with us, you made this c
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View fullsize Our collab with @greatlakesbeer is here!!🚨Get them before there gone!! $15 for a bag $45 for bag+6pack
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Planning a Gathering? We’ve Got You Covered!

Have a group of 10 or more? We welcome family gatherings, celebrations and company retreats! 🌿✨

Enjoy fresh pastries, island-inspired drinks, and stunning outdoor dining, now with an expanded menu featuring family-style or buffet service, with vibrant salads, and shareable plates. 🌮🍹🥗

📩 Reach out to eyren@islandcafeto.com to start planning your special event with us! 📩