Café and Gelateria

Proudly Serving Starbucks Beverages and Homemade Gelato

Welcome to Canoe Co. Café

Located at 290 Water St., downtown Peterborough, ON in the former Peterborough Canoe Company, founded in 1892- manufacturing wooden canoes in a factory located at the corner of King and Water Streets until 1961.

We are Peterborough’s only fully licensed Starbucks® Cafe and Gelateria and we are proudly serving everybody. Find your favourite Starbucks® Coffees, Teavanna® Teas, Wine, Locally produced Craft Beer, decadent pastries, takeaway lunches and snacks and of course, fresh, homemade Italian Gelato!

Our Walk-Up Window is conveniently located off Water Street. You can place your order at our window for quick take-away or come in side to see our daily offerings.

We have plenty of room to sit in at our ground level cafe or enjoy your refreshments on our side walk patio in the summer.

Handcrafted Starbucks® Beverages

We Proudly Serve Starbucks® beverages including lattes, coffees, frappuccinos, iced teas, refreshers and more!

Homemade Italian Gelato at Canoe Co. Cafe in downtown Peterborough, ON

Fresh, Homemade Italian Gelato

Delicious Italian-style ice cream churned very slowly to create a dense and rich treat. Lots of flavours available including several vegan ones!

From Scratch - Baked Goods and Healthy Lunches

We are proud to partner with local bakeries to serve you delicious treats. Enjoy healthy lunches including wraps and paninis. As well as baked goods, snacks, and sandwiches.