Cafe Gourmet Bakery & Catering
Canaan, Connecticut, USA
Cafe Gourmet Bakery & Catering in Canaan, CT offers great coffee, local specialties, and casual dining. Check menu, hours, reviews & location info.
18 E Main St, Canaan, CT 06018, United States
Cafe Gourmet Bakery & Catering
Canaan, Connecticut, USA
Overview
Cafe Gourmet Bakery & Catering is a highly-rated restaurant located at 18 E Main St in Canaan, CT. It offers a cozy and casual atmosphere perfect for visitors seeking quality comfort food paired with great coffee and locally inspired desserts. With a refined menu that highlights breakfast and lunch favorites, this spot welcomes solo diners, families, and tourists alike.
Open primarily for morning and early afternoon service, it features a variety of dining options including takeout and dine-in. The menu focuses on fresh, healthy, and vegetarian options alongside indulgent treats like the Café French Dip and Blueberry Muffin. Accessibility is well accounted for, with wheelchair accessible entrances and restrooms, making it easy for all guests to relax and enjoy.
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Local favorites
This cozy restaurant in Canaan, CT, is beloved for its friendly atmosphere, delicious comfort food, and excellent local specialties, making it a top choice for breakfast and lunch.
Enjoy exceptional coffee brews paired with outstanding desserts like the chocolate lavender cake and crème brûlée French toast.
Unique dishes highlight local ingredients and specialties, offering flavorful experiences distinctive to Canaan.
The casual, cozy atmosphere welcomes families with kids, featuring high chairs, a kids’ menu, and changing tables.
Efficient counter service caters well to solo diners and groups looking for fast, quality meals.
Receiving a 4.9 rating from 75 reviews, patrons praise the top-tier ingredients, accommodating staff, and inventive dishes.
Accessible entrance, parking, seating, and restrooms ensure a welcoming space for all guests.
Flexible service choices include comfortable dine-in seating and convenient takeout without delivery.
Experience
Ideal for relaxed mornings and leisurely lunches, Cafe Gourmet Bakery & Catering offers a welcoming setting to savor thoughtfully prepared meals and indulgent desserts.
The inviting ambiance paired with house specialties like the French Dip sandwich and handcrafted pastries create a memorable dining experience, whether seated inside or picking up a quick, delicious bite. — FoodPlacee editorial note
Start the day with expertly brewed coffee and popular breakfast items such as Tiramisu French Toast or Avocado Toast in a cozy, casual atmosphere.
Enjoy a satisfying midday meal featuring sandwiches like the Café French Dip or fresh Heritage Tomato Salad, perfect for solo diners or friends.
The family-focused environment welcomes children with amenities such as a kids' menu, high chairs, and changing tables, making it ideal for casual meals with little ones.
Grab quick bites, healthy options, or indulgent desserts to go, enjoying local specialties even when pressed for time.
Plan a late morning or early afternoon visit on weekends to savor brunch staples and homemade treats in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Guest sentiment
A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.
"Outstanding meal with kind and accommodating staff. My friend has a gluten allergy and they checked in about her options! Gluten free bread available. The waitress had great recommendations, including adding non fried capers! I highly recommend this establishment."
"My friends and I had a wonderful lunch at this café. The service was excellent. And very accommodating. The beat salad with the whipped goat cheese was out of this world. Truffle fries excellent. I’m really looking forward to going back and all three of us had different soup. The French onion soup was ahead, and the potato leek was also excellent. It was too bad. We didn’t have room for dessert."
"The roast beef sandwiches here are top notch, both the French dip and focaccia versions. Really happy with the house made potato chips and house fries. Cesar salad had yummy pickled tomatoes. Owner was friendly and service was fantastic. Can’t wait to visit again."
"Amazing! Creme brulee French toast was divine. Coffee is great (I drink it black). Atmosphere is immaculate, lofi jazzhop tracks are very cozy vibe. I will be back for sure."
"Wow!!!! This place is INCREDIBLE! The food was absolutely delicious! We had the vegetarian omelette with goat cheese and a side of bacon and the croque madame ! It was all fabulous! The omelette came with the perfect portion of potato hash which was delicious too! Could have had another side of that! We finished off with the chocolate lavender cake with blueberry brown butter ice cream that was so good I don’t have the words to describe it! Andrew, the co-owner, was friendly and made us feel so welcome! We will be back for sure! Worth the hour ride ! Don’t miss this place!!!! It’s a hidden gem!!!"
"I’ve had a weekend house in this area for over 30 years. I’ve had food, take out, eat in etc. From here a few times. I guess I wasn’t paying too much attention to the food Today I went there for a late breakfast and ordered the French Toast . It is, hands down, the best French I’ve ever had! Now I’m going to pay attention to everything I eat there and the service which I read is great. I do remember that their coleslaw is fantastic!(not easy to find or make) I hope they open for dinner soon and make us ALL want to go there all of the time…. They’ll have to adjust the ambience for evening dining but if the food is just Fabulous like the French Toast and coleslaw are, it’s a slam dunk!!! This is something we really need in this area…. And it’s already here! BRAVO!"
"My Coworker's Wife told me about this place when she found out that we going to MA. I'm glad she did. This place is very nice inside. We sat down in desirable table. Very nice lady was our waitress. They have good selection of food and good prices also. Owner stopped by and talked to us, nice guy. Overall great experience, I'm glad that I went there. Also added pictures from another visit. We will be coming back!"
"The most charming spot around with an unpretentious atmosphere and genuinely great food. High quality ingredients, thoughtfully made dishes, and very fairly priced. From out of town and sad we don’t have a place like this back home."
Visit info
Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.
| Monday | 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM |
| Friday | 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM |
| Sunday | 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM |
Open primarily for breakfast and lunch, this spot is ideal for morning visits and early afternoons on most days.
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