Pan Chancho Bakery & Café

Delicious lunch! My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing break from Christmas shopping and a delicious lunch. The winter salad was lovely and very filling. My daughter was treated to the white chocolate raspberry French toast. Our server, Michael was friendly and very attentive to our needs. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

Pan Chancho is hands down the best brunch place in Kingston, no exaggeration. It is a cafe and a shop, offering delicious food from both. My go to dish is The Weekender, a brilliantly simple plate paired with their signature chutney-sauce (it’s so good, they don’t typically sell it but I was able to purchase some from the kitchen). The service has never disappointed, and the atmosphere is everything. Be prepared to wait in line; it’s well worth it.

Our food was amazing. Fresh grapefruit juice was so yummy. Our vegan skillet with peas, potatoes, and cilantro was perfect! I would definitely come back next time we are in town. Service was great, friendly and attentive.

Had breakfast with some of my peers/colleagues yesterday, October 21st. Pretty good experience overall. I ordered the croissant, which was decent but nothing special. I also ordered a chômeur on the side as it’s my all time favourite pastry. It was warm, soft, and tasty as ever! Our server, I think his name was Michael, was also really nice. He regularly checked in on us and offered refills of water and other drinks. Overall, pretty good experience and would recommend the breakfast to anyone!

The cafe is located on a side street behind the city hall. I liked how the cafe is set up and the vibe that it gives when you walked into it. Waiters were very friendly and the patio at the back of the building was a very lovely spot to sit, relax and enjoy our food. The disappointing part was the food! The fries and potato chips were over cooked. I didn’t want to make a big deal out of it so I didn’t say anything. (When we were eating, I saw the waiter bringing a over burnt grilled cheese sandwich to the kid who was sitting at the table next to us 😝 ) The burger was not that good as the meat patty was quite small and a bit dry. It was definitely not worth the $20 price. The gyro too was quite bland. I don’t really taste anything other than the cheese. The texture of the lamb was a bit weird as the meat looked like processed meat. Overall, none of us truly enjoyed our food. We had higher expectations based on all the great reviews but the quality of the food didn’t meet our standards.

Really nice bakery. I had a coffee and an almond croissant and it was very good. It was a little bit too crowded inside, but we were there on a Saturday. Overall the service was good and we enjoyed our food.

I’ve always loved getting Pan Chancho breakfast when visiting Kingston; it’s so delicious! I love that they have good veggie options and will replace meats with avocado and great options, as opposed to a tomato slice like most places do. Great bang for your buck! Service was great on a Sunday breakfast and we both left feeling there perfect amount of full. Love checking out the shop and buying more delicious snacks afterwards too.

Very friendly staff. Awesome environment. Baked goods everywhere! Traditional breakfast with some very savory additions. The bacon jam might be the tastiest thing we've ever had. A must try.

Best almond croissant Ive ever had, and Ive had them all over the world. 5 stars all day.

This place is pretty poppin' on a Sunday. Talk about popular brunch spots. First come, first served, no reservations. I know this place exists because of their generosity to Camp Outlook. They have absolutely 100% scrumptious bread! And baked goodies. I love their dinner buns. They are made in this pull-a-part style and absolutely delicious to accompany soup, or toasted with butter, or, Pb&J, or cheese. Almost anything really, you can't go wrong. I was in Kingston recently and really wanted those dinner buns, unfortunately they didn't have them. Not on Sunday, not on Monday. I settled for their mini olive and rosemary dinner rolls. They were good too. Service here is pretty on point. There was a question I had asked the lady behind the counter and she came out from behind the counter to help answer any questions I had and serve me. She was really awesome! They have a catering menu, a cafe for brunch, they have fresh breads available and they do specialty cakes. They are totally the real deal. AND they sell Neal Brothers' cheese puffs. Havent been able to find these bad boys anywhere. They discontinued them in grocery retailers and health food stores don't seem to carry them. I'm in Toronto and havent been able to find them for a couple of years. They are a pretty penny, yet worth it for the sheer pleasure. Their store front is spacious and inviting. Certainly the place to be, everyone seemed to be walking in when I went. It is very well known. They can for sure accomodate a large amount of people. I would most definitely revisit when Im in the city next.

Very impressive interior with a real European feel and charm. Lots of foods and baking/cooking products available for sale. Quite a few appealing baked goods, though two types I bought weren't very sweet (a bit bland). Menu posting has an impressive variety of delicious items. My egg and side of potatoes for breakfast were ample and of general quality. Our server was very pleasant and helpful.

Nice deli and sandwich shop in Kingston, ON. There are some premade sandwiches or you can have one custom made. It seemed like a small deli but there's a large patio in back. Lots of college students when we arrived. We picked out a couple of premade sandwiches. The roast beef was very good. The turkey salad, however, was the wrong choice for me. I always go for sliced turkey, so I figure turkey salad would be good. There was nothing wrong with the sandwich, but it just didn't work for me. I didn't like the dressing it was mixed with.

Delicious pastries and baked goods. Pricey, but mmm good. We stop there often for quick take-out treat for the car or to take home.

A little pricey but the baked goods are well worth the money. I tried their lemon mousse cake slice. It was really light and didn't have the kind of dull flavor you'd find in a cheaper, generic slice. The quality was fantastic.

Well, we didn't expect this experience when we went to Kingston! We were on our way to a hardware store, but got lead astray (yes, Yelp can still do that to us on occasion! the location noted had closed or moved! Ok, COVID doesn't help, as this is happening more frequently these days!!) Needing to recharge and regroup to figure out where we are going and make it to the hardware store, we were hungry and needed better sustenance than is usually provided in a coffee shop. After looking around a bit, we ended up on Kingston's Princess street, and chose to try this place out. First of all, it's deceiving from the outside: it looks way smaller than it really is, like a bakery outlet with a reasonable variety of baked goods on offer. However, there's a back portion where customers can eat in the store. Being that we're still getting used to the "new normal", we weren't ready to dine in, and wanted a seat outside. **Note: to get a seat on the patio, you actually have to go outside to find the hostess and request a table. It was a Sunday afternoon, and they were doing a booming business! But the wait was not long. We had a hard time choosing from the menu; there are a LOT of options! I was expecting a beautiful bakery selection but it was more sandwiches and other unusual, eclectic meals. We eventually chose a burger for hubby, and a shrimp sandwich for me, with a regular coffee for him and Café au lait for me. The Café was great, and even came with a wafer cookie. The wait was not long for our meals. OK, to be honest, I was not expecting to have my sinuses cleared out while I ate, but the food was so spicy to me, also with an after bite, that I was blowing my nose throughout the meal! Not a good look during COVID (sad face!) Worse, I picked up the great big sandwich to take a bite and a shrimp rolled off the top and fell to the ground! Very sad! These shrimps were lightly breaded and quite tasty! No wonder they gave me a fork and knife! Note to self: use cutlery! Here's the great part: one of the servers, went over and above, beyond the call of duty, and got me another shrimp!! It was so prettily laid out on a lettuce leaf, and quite hot - so fresh! Kudos for that!! I will have to bear this experience in mind for next time we visit Kingston, when we are looking for somewhere different to eat.

Upon stepping into the bakery, I was drawn to the artisanal kitchenware and various pastries. Unfortunately I felt unwelcome while I was there. One of the associates greeted me but with a suspicious tone and turning her head to the side to give me eye contact (my head was bent downwards since I was contemplating on which flavour focaccia I would get). She made me feel as if she thought I was going to steal one of the focaccia. I didn't dress in a "suspicious" manner - I had my hair done and wore a dress. I didn't wear a baseball hat or shades. I was merely contemplating on which flavour I would get. I said hello back but when her and I locked eyes, she gave me stink eye and stared for a few seconds longer than necessary before getting back to her work. At that point, I no longer wanted to get the focaccia. I didn't want to support a business that made me feel uncomfortable. I ended up leaving without getting anything.

I tried the Chanshuka for a Sunday brunch, which is their unique take on a shakshuka. The eggs were baked in a delicious tomato sauce with saffron and basil that was out of this world. We had to wait a good 30 minutes before our group of 4 could be seated, but the wait was definitely worth it. The entire place was packed (for good reason). The sauce spiced with saffron was DIVINE! For a price of ~$22 I think that was definitely reasonable.

One of the best breakfasts out I have had. The bakery items were superb. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. Like both interior and patio.

The go to brunch spot in Kingston especially if you are spending time downtown and looking around shops. This place is quite busy so try to head there early. In the summer there is a patio out back which is the cutest hidden spot hidden from the street. There is a bakery filled with delicious to go items, bread, baked goods to satisfy your cravings or surprise someone with a tasty treat. If you get hangry there is lots of options and coffee as well you can buy as you wait for a table. A must go for anyone visiting Kingston 10/10 easily.

Tried brunch here for the first time and the food was okay. I would recommend not a fondue as it was more unique and different. Service was okay and the atmosphere was nice.

Great place. Cozy and good food. Fresh baked goods. The chorizo sausage is one of the best I've tasted.

Seven year old review holds up. There's not a lot of places I'm willing to wait in line to get into, but Pan Chancho on a nice day where being outside doesn't matter as much definitely makes the list. Both the cafe and the shop are incredible - you can't really go wrong with anything on the menu for brunch, but El Chancho is probably the right answer. They have a house made serrano chili sauce you can ask for if you want to add some spice, but be warned that it has a lot of heat and it will sneak up on you.

The only bakery in town. (Fight me other bakeries). Is it any surprise they can offer you the best brunch?

Breakfasted here the last two mornings. No wonder it's so popular! The food is absolutely scrumptious, with an imaginative menu. Freshly squeezed orange juice is always a treat, and the coffee is delicious! The Eggs Benedict we chose today were served on brioche and disappeared off our plates quickly. Yesterday's choices were the Southwestern breakfast wrap & The Weekender. Lovely to be co-located with the iconic Pan Chancho Bakery.

Expensive cake totally raw in the middle. Bought two pies that were so stale, the crust had blue mould on it. The bakery would not replace them. Will never buy from them again.

Fantastic Brunch. Had the cheese plate, side of smoked salmon, and my girlfriend and I split the French toast. The cheese plate was fantastic, and honestly really went well with the French toast. The compote that came with it was sweet and tart, perfectly paired with the cheese. The French toast was NOT as sweet as expected, make sure you ask for syrup. Honestly I liked it more like this, it didn't feel heavy, more like a lightly fried bread with chocolate sauce, almonds and coconut. The smoked salmon, from B.C., was delicious. Word of the wise, they serve their mimosas with a full mini bottle of champagne so ask for extra orange juice.

We always have brunch here when we are in Kingston. Great vegan & veg selection and the coffee is good too. Something good for everyone. In the summer they have a large back patio as well.

Stopped in here as we wanted a local Kingston place with a patio- terrace. Our lunch was on a hot summer August day and we ate in their outdoor terrace area in the back. We had a patio parasol which was appreciated on a hot cloudless day! I ordered the #1 vermicelli with salad. My wife had the noodle salad an my daughter had the kids bacon and eggs with toast. My #1 pork belly with vermicelli was amazing. Done in the style of a Vietnamese bun noodles. The touch with the pork belly was fatty crispy awesome. The greens were super fresh. Kind of like when McDonald's had the McBLT. You mix the hot and the cold and what you have is a medley of flavours. My wife was very happy with her asian cold noodle salad and my daughter was content with her breakfast serving. After we went inside to see what baked goods they had. The pricing is kore on a premium side but quality is high here. Definitely a great place for business lunch. Romantic date or casual lunch.

Nice environment to chill. Food is soso, however, buns and meat are on the hard side. Will come back if I need a place to chill with friends, but not here for the food. Service is soso as well.

The hubby and I spent a lovely Saturday morning out on the patio at Pan Chanco for breakfast. I was so impressed when I walked through the patio, a quaint, beautiful stone patio, simply decorated but still had charm. We were greeted soon after being seated by our wonderful waitress. I ordered the calling all vegans which consisted of greens, yellow peppers, beets, sweet potato and a tahini style dressing. It was wonderful and light, just wish there was a little more root veggies and less lettuce (I couldnt finish it all). The hubby ordered the Hash Diablo which consisted of spicy chorizo, Yukon Gold potatoes, scrambled eggs, avocado sour cream and crispy tortilla strips. He loved it and finished it all. We also picked up some treats in the store. A chocolate chip cookie, oatmeal cookie, & Pain au chocolat. So good.The store front is lovely and they have everything from cakes, breads, prepared foods and hostess gifts. Their menu is truly inpsiring and would recommend stopping here during your visit in Kingston.

We had reservation on a Friday morning, no line up when we went. We ordered the Weekender and El Chancho. The weekender 3/5 - thought this was a very average croissant sandwich. It came with over easy eggs, bacon, cheddar on a croissant. The croissant was nice and crispy, but the runny eggs didn't make sense because it made the bottom of the croissant moist, which became too dense with the ketchup. Bacon was nice and crispy. Overall this dish needs to be balanced with some veggies. El Chancho 4/5 - we really enjoyed how diverse this breakfast breakfast place was. Not only were there at the classic bacon eggs and sausage, there's also bacon jam, which was very yummy, the corn salad was pleasantly roasted, pea meal bacon. and a few slabs of savoury brioche loaf.. The crispy potatoes could have been a little crispier, and we're slightly on the salty side. Overall, Pan Chancho makes good brunch, just not great brunch for the price.

El ChanchoSmoked SalmonBreakfast Poutine Thats great place and amazing service,great venue

I heard this place was the go to place for breakfast/ brunch. Recently moved here from Toronto and my bestie was visiting me so we popped in. The place seems on fleek. You'll see groups of people in their 20's chatting it up and laughing. There are cool moms brunching. Many people in their 30's and under. Food was over priced but looked pretty. The patio or view wasn't anything special. It's a place to go if your going to be trendy on fleek but not for the food or view. I suppose just to say you went. Weekender Croissant Sandwich $19.50 with added peameal bacon

6/5 for the only vegan treat that they have (coconut cream chocolate square) - smooth, rich, but not overbearingly sweet... If only it was much bigger! Pan Chancho seems to be quite the establishment in Kingston -- gets really crowded on weekend mornings with the brunch crowd (there's a full menu) and certainly try to go early on weekdays and weekends as baked goods tend to all sell out by the afternoon. Seems like a great place to grab a work lunch or meet up with a friend. They also sell pre-packaged take-home soups and meals, which are pretty pricey. Lost 1 star for only having a single vegan dessert option... Would love to see more options for people with food sensitivities, or for vegan treats lovers ;)

Fresh delicious desserts. The breads and goodies looked great. Quick and helpful service. Will come back for sure. Will add more to this review when I've tried more than just their lemon squar

I came here once a year ago and I finally got the chance to come back this summer. I ordered the poutine both times. Last time, it was delicious, but this time, I was disappointed. The staff at the counter was a bit rude and snarky. The hostess was not very welcoming and all the staff seemed to be moving sluggishly. My waiter was nice and I appreciated him, but a few other waiters stopped by to help and they were forgetful and very slow. The serving size is generous. I was very full after the bowl, but I was able to finish it. There's a fair amount of cheese curds that were melted, so no squee squee sounds. There was a lot of meat, but the sauce was way too thick. The egg was also overcooked. The fries were okay, they weren't crispy though. All in all, considering all the other delicious places nearby, I don't think I'll give this place a third shot any time soon

4.5 for sure I was in Kingston for a work trip and saw this place once evening while walking through the downtown. I knew I had to come back when it was open. I tried a little bit of everything when I arrived the next day for lunch. First, the cafe: my colleague and I sat upstairs and had a lovely waitress. The prices were closer to Toronto prices, but I don't mind paying a bit more for delicious, home made, organic food. I ordered the chimichanga special with soup. It had a lot of flavour and was the perfect lunch portion; I basically licked the plate clean. My friend really wanted the turkey sandwich that was in the bakery/deli. It wasn't on the menu for the cafe, but the waitress was kind enough to ring it in as a "sandwich special" and plated it with a side salad. After lunch we went down to the bakery. I was disappointed that they didn't have more pastries. There were chocolate croissants, bread and lots of cookies and tarts. I'm not a big cookie fan though and was hoping for just a regular or cheese croissant or donut. That being said, I ended up buying a chocolate croissant and was very happy. It was flaky, moist and had just the right amount of sweetness. Lastly, I purchased some pasta to bring home. I love, love, love pasta. So much so that my dog is actually named Pasta. I made it for dinner a couple of weeks after coming here. It really tasted like fresh, home made pasta; surprising for dry pasta. Great quality, and decent price. I wish I lived closer so I could come here more often!

Sort of a ritual coming to Kingston (which we do often as we have a house nearby)...the olive bread is a classic of the bakery. Plus Zoe (the owner) is a good egg. Eateries are one thing, bakeries are a whole other sphere, and she does both well. If you aren't into the local restos, Pan Chancho makes good sammiches to go as well: try a take on a Montreal staple and twist it...smoked meat, gruyere, dijon, and pickles on a pretzel-type bun . Not the classic...but very very good. Take it down to the Lake Ontario waterfront with some local frontenac wine and enjoy the day.

Great little shop off Princess Street near Holiday Inn where we were staying, lots of fresh baked goods, prepared entrées and sandwiches. This is the perfect option if you're looking for takeout. This place is very clean and reminds me of a small restaurant you'd find in Europe, very outgoing and friendly staff...

The absolute cutest bakery and brunch spot in Kingston. This place smells like butter and rising bread as soon as you walk through the door. There is a friendly deli-style service for your freshly baked goods and quick eats as you enter however if you head up the stairs there is table service for brunch and other meals. I would advise coming at least an hour early for the brunch service because there is usually quite a bit of a wait. We had the salmon and lox dish, an amazing raspberry scone, eggs Benedict and pancakes. Everything was delicious and the warm scone was especially good. I would say it's a bit pricey for the type of food this place serves but the service was delightful and we sat in the upstairs lounge which was really cosy and homey. I would recommend to anyone looking for a cute and delicious brunch spot in Kingston staying for the weekend.

This place is a four star for Kingston standards. Since I'm now in Toronto, there are a lot more choices, but in K-Town, Pan Chancho is pretty awesome. When I was in uni, I used to frequent this place for their creme brûlée, baked goods and lunch (when my parents came to visit). It's been eight years and it hasn't changed at all. Pan Chancho has a take out area at the front so go to the back if you want to dine in. Service is consistently good considering it seems that most of the staff are students. On the most recent visit, my pal and I decided to come here for breakfast on Sunday. Since it was such a beautiful day, we sat outside on the patio. You get a nice view of Kingston City Hall and it's quite serene considering you're 'downtown.' I ordered the Chiquita Chihuahua (almond butter, honey, Nutella, and strawberries on a banana in a hot dog bun), which was quite good. I'm not sure when I'll be back in Kingston, but if you're there, try this place. Since not a lot has changed, I recommend their breakfast and lunch items (their burger was delicious ... in 2007 at least). Good for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, baked goods, prepared foods

Visited the bakery several times going to/from Leon's Center for the 2020 Brier and loved the selection and the product quality. The croissants, rolls and breads we had during the week in March was fantastic. I would have liked to try the cafe, but it didn't work out for us. Definitely a must stop if we are ever passing by again -- worth exiting the 401 for even if we are just driving by... although that goes for the entire restaurant collection in Kingston!

Delicious breakfast and coffee. Sat outside in nice patio. Nice store with culinary delights to peruse while waiting briefly for a table.

I read the good feedbacks. So I decided to have my breakfast here. I've taken the " el rancho". Really good and tasty! Generous portions. I recommend!

Pan Chancho is part restaurant, part bakery/deli. I'd come in search of brunch on a weekend out of town. I ordered a dutch baby, huevos plate, and two specialty coffees. The restaurant is located in the back of the building, on two levels, and is slightly upscale, but still casual. The food portions and flavors were surprisingly lacking and was disappointing - I mean, the place has a cookbook that they sell! The place was popular and cramped. There was also a significant wait time for seating. I think the bakery/deli part of the business is the main draw. While I was disappointed with the food I'd ordered, I found the goods up front really interesting, obviously freshly made, and of great variety. I'd definitely come back to check out this side of the business.

Best place in Kingston for grub and coffee. Absolutely love the sandwiches and pastries.

This menu is fantastic! Creative and tasty items and an amazing bakery making dessert choice difficult. You can eat inside or outside and eat in or take away. Our experience was perfect from the friendly, prompt service to the excellent meal. We enjoyed the daily special poutine, sweet and salty salad and Vietnamese rolls (pls three desserts!)

I was seeking a brunch place in Kingston that was extra delightful - and this was it! Beautiful vibe and decor. You walk in and you're surrounded with breads, endless desserts, cheeses and spreads. Tucked away is a cafe, we were seated upstairs and were really impressed by how spacious it was. I knew it was my kind of place when they presented our cutlery wrapped in beautiful floral napkins, and my freshly squeezed orange juice in a wine glass. I ordered the Huevos rancheros and convinced my friend to order the Sweet potato hash with a Fruit bowl. I love creative mixes of flavours and variety. However, I know it's not everyone's cup of coffee! Do not leave without ordering dessert, there is no going wrong. We got cupcakes and brownies...and more to go! I definitely want to come back here to try their lunch menu and for dessert. I wish they had more places like this in the world.

I was staying with my boyfriend at my Aunt's cottage on Wolfe Island for a couple days when she decided to take us here for some cottage groceries before she left us on our own which turned out to be such a treat! This bakery has a large variety of groceries convenient and tasty to anyone's tastes. We started by getting one of their fresh olive loaves though they had a wide selection including your typical types to sweet breads and unique savory breads. From there we grabbed some pate and a delicious maple white cheddar cheese that I snacked on and included in my sandwiches. We also took home one of their containers of sliced dark salami that I still crave back home in Miami! They had some prepared foods that looked tasty (like potato salad) but since I love to cook decided not to get. I did decide to get some of their smoked salmon that served me well for a tasty breakfast and they even gave me ice so that it would travel well. Lastly, we took a look into their dessert areas and ended up taking home a chocolate pecan pie, peanut butter chocolate tart, and lemon cream puffs-----the sweets were phenomenal! We left each with their extremely refreshing home made lemonade in hand, satisfied with our purchase. I would highly recommend popping your head in for a quick refreshment or bite to eat! Or if you're looking for quality things to take home and eat---its a must! IG: @KFitzEats

Absolutely love this place for brunch! You have your classic diner brunch, but Pan Chancho is probably the best slightly more upscale brunch in Kingston. I really like how they used locally sourced ingredients when possible, and made from scratch! Come here for a date or with your friends!

What an amazing place for deserts, coffee, and tea! I am absolutely in love with the pastries here! If you're in Kingston, this is a must to visit. At least try a cookie or two! The Creme Brûlée was pretty damn good! The service was also so friendly.

I've been dwelling on a 2-3 star rating. I feel this place if a bit overhyped. For a bakery they shouldn't have so many flies inside the shop. My breakfast order was French toast with an apple maple cream. The bread was doughy. Thick. Heavy. Didn't have a bad taste just felt heavy. My hot chocolate wasn't all that great either. I felt it lacked flavor and a bit of sugar. The service was okay. Can't complain. Everything was just "meh".

This was a really popular brunch place in Kingston. Stopped on Canada day, a huge queue to get in. We did call and book. We ordered the eggs Benedict and the southwestern breakfast wraps. Both were delicious, loved the green chilli machismo that came with the wrap. The chocolate eclair from the bakery was mind blowing! Loved it. Would definitely stop by the next time we visit Kingston

during my five days stay in Kingston, I have been to this place for three times! Tried the almond croissant, banana muffins, cinnamon roll, cranberry scones, cheddar focaccia, and the chocolate profiterole. The pastries are not super sweet which is awesome!

Amaaaazing food and service. Words don't do this place justice. Ps. There are a lot of Bees/Wasps outside so don't go here if you are allergic.

Love this little bakery! Stopped in on my way out of town and grabbed a few fun foodie items to take to the cottage. Enjoyed a great cup of coffee and insanely delicious almond croissant - so so so good! You can also grab a delicious breakfast or lunch and stay here. Or they also have a prepared foods section with yummy looking to go items as well. Tons of awesome foodstuffs from dried pastas, to homemade biscotti, and fancy chocolates. A great place to check out while in Kingston!

I bought the french toast, was really bad and definitely doesn't deserve the price. I also tried the eclair it was ok.