The Island Cafe

Smashing IT! 🍹🏝️💃🏝️🍹 The Island Cafe is back! Better than ever, this stunning one of a kind tropical getaway is within the enchanting atmosphere of Wards' Island! A short get away from the chaotic scene on the other side of the lake known as Toronto. Not only is Ward's Island a marvelous place to spend some quality time with all of natures wonderful things that it has to offer you also have a great bar and restaurant to make your visit even that much more spectacular. After a major fire destroyed the original Island Cafe and years of solid planning and building, the long-awaited NEW Island Cafe has finally opened up and to great fanfare. The Island Cafe is a great place with an electric vibe and great atmospheric energy. There's something for everyone. Great food, great drinks, amazing beers! Great coffee and amazing out of this world, ICE-CREAM! It's just a great place to be with some great people. Also the staff are amazing. Very friendly and kind. So if you're planning a visit to Ward's Island, make sure The Island Cafe is part of your visit!

Such a cute atmosphere located perfect off the ferry / taxi dock. The concept would be amazing esp since you’re limited for food options on the island, the menu has interesting options on a seasonal menu. I understand island vibes however… Our service was quite slow for a not busy day. The price point was way too high $18 for kale + $7 for barely any chicken. The dressing was on point but there wasn’t much in the salad other than kale leaves (can I get a cucumber, tomato or something?) We won’t be eating here again unfortunately (shame since we’re local) but nice spot for drinks/ coffee.

If you eat here, you’ll be swatting away hungry birds that are trying to sneak a bite from your plate (positive). Visiting the islands is always a nice break from the urban jungle of Toronto so being surrounded by nature and animals for a cutesy lunch is nice!! Limited options for food but I enjoyed my grilled tiger shrimps, the chips + guac/salsa was kinda mid and basic but I usually don’t expect much. I did ask for sour cream though! The staff is friendly and attentive and it wasn’t overly busy, although I did go at an off time. Haven’t really tried other dining options on the island yet but this is a cute one if you’re ever on Wards Island

I’ve been a fan of the Island Cafe for years + love to make it part of my Summer/Fall routine. So great to see it open again. I sat at the bar yesterday + was looked after by Sam B. He did a great job: very professional and kept his cool despite it being a very busy Tuesday. Kale Caesar was on point and was perfect with a cold pint of Burdock Deluxe Lager. Can’t wait to return again many times this Summer!

the place is full of beer ads; however, it lacks the license to sell it. i hope they can acquire it very soon. the loc is great. it is a magnet for those disembarking the nearby ferry. i appreciate the presence of 10% tip option on the POS machine. some other restos force a min of 18% for service. very kind and sincere service, clean WC, open kitchen. fair Q/P

Erin was just fab, there’s so much energy and genuine helpful attitude. The cinnamon bun was good and they are able to warm it up, my mocha was delicious but it taste more chocolate than coffee but I am not complaining. This place is amazingly cute, it’s an experience being here.

The service is very slow which is usually fine and staff might be busy... But I found the staff in general to be very rude like they didn't want us being there for the record all people in the table were POC and YES all staff was white so there is that. Of course the attitude changed when it was time to pay and one of the waitresses started being all smiles and nice all of a sudden. For the record: yes, we noticed how rude and dismissive you were. And yes, we still chose to tip—not because we were fooled by your sudden friendliness, but because we understand how important tips can be. Don’t mistake our generosity for obliviousness. We were kind. You were not.

Great coffee and team. Visited twice in the past few weeks and the team members are super friendly. There is a vegan wrap and salad. It’s a lovely atmosphere, I’m really grateful the café is back. BYO containers and coffee cup to avoid waste :)