Being a new mom is filled with soft baby cuddles and coos, but it can also come with loneliness. Days are spent just you and your baby, away from former coworkers and friends. Suddenly, you’re singing Cocomelon in the shower and counting the hours until nap time. Mommy and Me programs provide moms with an excellent opportunity to connect with others in the same stage of life – moms who don’t mind that you have spit up on your shirt…because they do too. Babies also benefit from socialization.
We’ve rounded up some of the best Mommy and Me drop-ins in the Halton area.
Tip Toe Music
If you’re in the Burlington, Oakville, and Milton areas, check out Tip Toe Music for parent and child music and movement programs. Their Music Together classes are for babies (up to 7 months),
and they also have a Mixed Ages class for ages birth to five years old. If you’re looking for a curriculum-based program, they have that, too! Families can sign up for a full semester and will received a songbook, CD/digital downloads for each family, and at home music-making support. Their summer program registration has just opened with classes in Oakville, Burlington, and Milton – enjoy 6 weeks of music-making, learning, and fun as a family!
E-J Walker, owner of Tip Toe Music, also runs Movies for Mommies Oakville, which is a drop-in Mom and Baby movie screening at Film.ca Cinemas in Oakville.
Common Moms
With chapters in Burlington, Waterdown, Ancaster, and Milton, the Common Moms offer mom and baby programs, including sensory play, toddler dance, and crafts. They also run the Family Room in Waterdown, a drop-in play space featuring a soft play zone for babies, a messy creative play station, and a pretend play zone where kids can pretend to run a grocery store or be a veterinarian.
Cost: $12 / Kids over age 1. Children under 1 are free with a paying sibling or adult for $5.
Mommy Connections
With chapters in Burlington, Oakville, and Mississauga, Mommy Connections has programs to support moms from pregnancy all the way through toddlerhood. Their mom and baby program for ages 0-18 months allows moms to learn from local experts in all aspects of baby development, plus it provides the opportunity to try new activities and socialize with moms in the same stage of life. Travelling Tots (for ages 18 months – 4 years) provides a unique opportunity for mom and tot to travel around town experiencing different play venues – from gymnastics to swimming – demonstrating classes while meeting new friends.
The WOMB Burlington (World Of My Baby)
The WOMB in Burlington supports moms during pregnancy and beyond through health and wellness treatment. They also run mom and baby classes for infants up to 12 months of age, including mom and baby yoga, baby sign language, and their Baby @ Play program run by an occupational therapist.
We Rock the Spectrum
This fun and inclusive gymnasium in Oakville offers drop-in play opportunities, perfect for those days when you need a change of scenery. Their soft play and pretend play areas are perfect for babies and toddlers, and their climbing wall, zip line, and slide are great fun for older siblings.
Drop-in open play $18/child. Monthly memberships are also available.
Oakville Parent-Child Centre
The Oakville Parent-Child Centre offers a variety of free programs for parents and children ages 0-6 facilitated by EarlyON Educators. Programs include baby & me, toddler time, new parent meet and greet, and even some outdoor explorer programs. These programs are free, but you do need to register in advance.
Mommy Nook
With classes at various locations in Burlington, The Mommy Nook is the place to go if you want to create adorable keepsake art with your baby. After storytime, songs, and parachute fun, Miss Sarah helps moms create Pinterest-worthy pieces of art using their child’s footprint. Don’t worry; you don’t need to be crafty. Miss Sarah makes the artwork easy with pre-cut pieces. She even does the footprint stamp for you, so your artwork always turns out.
If you’re captivated by historical character and small-town charm, Downtown Oakville is the perfect place to spend an afternoon. Recognized for its sophisticated culture, upscale retail, and exceptional dining (plus beautiful lakeside parks) – it’s no wonder warm weather draws a crowd. Between the Downtown Oakville BIA and local business owners, thoughtful, family-oriented events will delight regulars and visitors all summer long.
Here’s what you can expect:
June 20 through August
DTOakville’s Passport to Patio
Planning to dine out this summer? Visit a Downtown Oakville patio from June through August for your chance to win weekly food and drink prizes, plus an opportunity to be entered into the grand prize: a $500 gift card to your favourite eatery!
Simply scan the QR code found on patio tables at participating restaurants to collect stamps and automatically be entered in weekly prize draws. Collect 5 stamps and you will be eligible for the grand prize. The grand prize winner will be notified on September 1.
Saturdays in June/July
Summer SWEAT Series
Fitness in the Square is back! Join local studios and fitness experts from Downtown Oakville as they host specialty classes for both your body and mind. Enjoy a class every Saturday morning throughout June and July. Pre-registration is required (and guess what? the first 25 participants to register will receive a special gift courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Oakville). For class schedule and further details, visit oakvilledowntown.com/summer-sweat
Saturdays in July/August
TD Summer Music Series
During July and August, enjoy live music in Town Square and along Lakeshore Road every Saturday between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. These performances may be your favourite part of summer, enjoy music from violins to steel drums and vocal performances. To view the schedule of performers, visit oakvilledowntown.com/td-summer-music-series
July 17
International Ice Cream Day
I scream, you scream; we all scream for ice cream! To celebrate International Ice Cream Day, Downtown Oakville will be handing out FREE ice cream for the first 250 visitors! Visit the pop-up in Town Square to cool off with a sweet treat.
August 1-28
Oscillation
Introducing: Oscillation, a new interactive outdoor art exhibit in Downtown Oakville. This one-of-a-kind community activity encourages you to interact with peers, family, and friends through play. Dance and create with the people around you as you manipulate the sound and colours of geometric forms. Oscillation will be on display just outside the Central Library (at Navy Street) in the month of August. To learn more, visit oakvilledowntown.com
Located in a small house but a stone’s throw from Bronte harbour, you’ll find a French-style bistro with the best crepes in town (dare we say, the GTA) – and unfortunately, due to a new development, they only have one summer left.
The restaurant is called La Parisienne Creperie, and it’s been family-run by the Colas since December 2014. Husband and wife duo Mikael and Courtney took over the eatery in 2014 from Mike’s Parents, Marie-France and Pierre Colas, and turned it into the best crepe spot in town. By revamping the inside décor and keeping the original recipes, the Colas created a cozy French-style bistro right in Bronte.
From the beginning, their focus has been on providing delicious and traditional French crepes (froment) made on-site using fresh and local ingredients wherever possible. And for nearly a decade, they have supported local farmers and wine-makers when planning and executing their menu.
Their crepe flambe – with Grand Marnier orange liqueur, Sailor Jerry’s spice run, or calvados – are flambeed right at your table. They have French-style layered ice cream served in a mason jar as a parfait with elegant ingredients layered throughout. And then, there are their crepes. So many crepes. Sweet and savoury with ingredients like caramelized local orchard apples, house-made salted caramel, and vanilla ice cream drizzle, or simple and decadent with melted aged cheddar, double smoked bacon, and house-made tomato jam…there’s a crepe for everyone.
For a few more months, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner inside the bistro, or off the harbour on their quaint patio (p.s. they let you bring your own wine on Wednesday and Thursday evenings).
While their Oakville location is only around for a little while longer, you can visit the Colas second location in Hamilton, a hip French creperie called Verlan. Serving French & Australian-inspired toasties, soups, patisserie, along with a market featuring local products, arts, and gifts – we’re certain there’s nothing like it…and we’re already planning our visit!
Whether you’re fueling up for the day, enjoying a mimosa brunch with your BFFs, or nursing a hangover from the night before, here is our 2022 list of the best breakfast & brunch spots in Waterdown Village!
For indoor dining, patio, take-out or delivery, #SupportLocal and enjoy a sweet or savoury breakfast that is sure to delight your tastebuds and cure your cravings.
Ps. Check out our separate articles for the best brunch spots in Oakville & Burlington!
Symposium Café
Looking to enjoy some brunch treats and patio drinks with your bffs? Look no further than Symposium Café. With 145 indoor seats and 50 seats on our beautiful outdoor patio, plus a kitchen that’s open from 8am-12am, 364 days a year. All the classics are here: bacon and eggs, French toast and waffles and a few gourmet options. How about a Caesar? Only $4 every day (from 11am – 4pm).
Stacked Pancakes House is the local hotspot for pancakes, waffles and French toast. Enjoy your stacks the traditional way (sweetened with syrup and with eggs and bacon on the side) or try one of their specialty stacks (like the Banana Rocky Road pancakes – topped with bananas, chocolate chips, sweet cream and nutella). But for those who are craving something a little more savoury, you can enjoy all the breakfast classics, including: Sausage/Bacon and Eggs, Breakfast Wrap, and a variety of Eggs Benedict and omelettes.
Call to reserve a table. Click here to view the menu and order online.
Sunset Grill
Traditional breakfast as it’s meant to be, served to hungry diners for more than 30 years! No need to rush, you can get your fix of sausage, bacon, eggs, fruit and hash browns and more, all day. An added bonus: unlimited coffee refills, and great prices.
sunsetgrill.ca | 80 Dundas St E, Waterdown | 905-690-3000
Known for their homestyle breakfast and lunch, there is something for everyone at Jitterbug Café. Pancakes and waffles, gooey buttertarts, gourmet sandwiches, daily soups, and coffee that’s always served with a smile.
This quaint and spacious coffeehouse is known for their amazing coffee and their famous farm-fresh apple fritters. With lots of comfortable seating and tables available, it’s a great coffeehouse to catch up with friends over brunch – enjoy a fritter or choose from their selection of gourmet breakfast sandwiches, salads and soups!
The Burlington Downtown Business Improvement Area (BDBA) has launched a new Gift Card as part of their efforts to support participating small businesses in the downtown core.
The Burlington Downtown Gift Card is now available to buy online at burlingtondowntown.ca/gift-cards in $25, $50, $100 and $200 denominations.
“After a challenging 24 months for businesses in our community, now is the time for recovery and for our community to pull together and help us support our Downtown retailers, restaurants, salons and spas,” said Brian Dean, Executive Director of BDBA, adding: “By purchasing the Burlington Downtown Gift Card, residents can show their commitment and support to our small business community. The Gift Card gives them access to a wide range of businesses including those that have been hardest hit by the pandemic, such as restaurants, spas and fitness providers. The Gift Card unlocks our downtown’s products, experiences and services.”
Dean went on to say, “In addition to consumers buying the Gift Card for family and friends, we’ll also be working with corporate organizations in the city of Burlington and beyond, so they can offer the Burlington Downtown Gift Card as part of their employee and volunteer recognition programs whilst showing their support for small, local businesses.”
One of the first restaurants to sign up to accept the new Burlington Downtown Gift Card is Joe Dog’s Gasbar Grill. “The Gift Card will work to strengthen our community of business owners in Downtown Burlington. We are unique and do support each other so we signed up Joe Dog’s to help make this community even stronger!” said Mike Coles, Owner of Joe Dogs.
Local salon owner Liza Bouchard-Bain, from the Water’s Edge Salon & Spa said: “The reason we have joined the Burlington Downtown Gift Card program is because Water’s Edge is committed to our community. It makes a huge difference when people shop and experience locally. It means we can employ people locally, offer unique boutique items and services to the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding area, or give an experience to someone from out of town. Shopping local means community support and involvement. Shopping local keeps our city thriving!”
The technology for the Burlington Downtown Gift Card is provided by fintech Miconex in association with international payments technology solutions provider EML Payments. Miconex operates its Downtown Gift Card concept across Canada, the US, the UK and Ireland. The Burlington Downtown Gift Card is issued by PACE Savings & Credit Union Limited. Card funds are not insured by the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC) or any other government deposit insurer or agency.
A frequently updated list of participating businesses who will be accepting the Gift Card as a form of payment is also available on the BDBA website. Corporate order requests can be made to: giftcards@burlingtondowntown.ca
People often talk about high school as being “the glory years”. It’s a stage of life full of excitement and newfound freedom. But, is it really all it’s cracked out to be? Expectations are high, and with that, so are levels of stress. The teen years can be awkward, and with hormones raging and social pressures glooming, it’s hard to know who you are and where you fit in.
Many of my peers entered high school expecting a typical high school experience…complete with a prom straight out of a rom-com. But instead, we ended up with canceled events and canceled sporting games, a global pandemic, virtual classes, and some interesting attempts at a graduation ceremony. A lot has changed in a short time, and with that, the mental health of youth has been highly affected.
It’s not uncommon to experience struggles with mental health during your teen years, and it’s easy to understand why. There are school pressures, social expectations, relationships, new hormones and emotions to navigate, and the daunting decision of university applications and career choices (that impact the rest of your life).
Needless to say, the Covid climate hasn’t helped either. But where can teens turn when they need support? Especially now. One of the hardest things to acknowledge is the need for help – and asking for help takes courage. However, not everyone is comfortable opening up to family and friends. Rarely do teens know about other resources readily available to them.
From one teen to another, here is a list of resources within our community that I’ve learned we can count on.
Reach Out Centre for Kids 471 Pearl Street, Burlington
Let’s start with the ROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids) – a wonderful resource for all ages. With services available throughout Halton, and a large collection of therapists and youth counselors, accessing an appointment comes fairly easily. They also have a vast online system, crisis line, live chats, and a virtual walk-in clinic.
Similarly, Halton Distress Centre also has a crisis line called The Distress Line. On their website, you can find the number to call (the number is city-specific) and you will be instantly be placed with one of over 200 trained volunteers – any day, at any hour. A texting service will also be available soon, allowing clients to text a volunteer rather than call.
If you ever feel like you’ve reached your boiling point, 7 Cups of Tea was made for you. This is a fully digital system offering free support to people experiencing emotional distress. Their services are available to people of all ages and in multiple languages. You can talk speak to a qualified listener about your thoughts or concerns, or simply get things off your mind in an anonymous and confidential chat. While it may seem intimidating to speak with someone you don’t know, these listeners are trained, respectful, and always ready to chat.
In exploring the struggles that teenagers face, it’s fair to say that sexual identity has recently been pushed to the forefront. Over the past ten years, more people are feeling safe to come out as LGBTQ+ and, they’re coming out at younger ages. This can be a difficult process to navigate for parents and kids a like.
The Positive Space Network (PSN) Halton is an amazing organization that runs group meetings, weekly drop-ins, and even its own annual pride event – all for LGBTQ+ youth. They also have resources for parents, provide referrals for therapy, volunteering opportunities, and gender-affirming gear.
Another network similar to PSN is Qspeak. Qspeak is an initiative run four times a year and is completely virtual. It is set up to help unify LGBTQ+ youth across Canada. High school students fill out questionnaires and are put into groups led by a university student that also identifies as queer. In these groups, teens participate in discussions about things like representation, stereotypes, pressures, fears, and so much more. It is all communicated in a safe environment, free of judgment. They also have volunteer opportunities and a discord server available to anyone where you can interact with other teens going through similar sexual orientation struggles across Canada.
Although this is not an exhaustive list, it is important to provide youth with the tools to recognize their own mental health and get help when they need it. As a teenager who has struggled with my mental health for most of my life and is part of the queer community, it is my personal hope that any teen reading this will feel relief knowing they are not alone. Things may be difficult right now with the pandemic still lurking, but with a large number of resources available to support teen mental health, I feel confident that there is hope for all of us.
Many of us have been working from home for a little over two years – and while we’ve embraced Zoom meetings (and sweatpants), some of us are starting to miss the office. With some offices transitioning to a more virtual setting, you may be exploring other options to get that “office feel.” This is where coworking spaces come into play. These spaces offer daily, monthly, and yearly memberships. Coworking spaces are a great alternative to your home office with both private offices and open desks available. Not only will you get to be around people, but they also offer great networking opportunities and the occasional water-cooler chat that you may have been missing.
Located in Downtown Oakville on Robinson Street, Ace is a community for entrepreneurs, startups, freelancers, and remote workers. With flex workspaces, private offices, and boardrooms – ACE promotes collaboration, connection, and a quiet space to retreat when you need it.
“The benefits of coworking are numerous,” says Nancy Fornasiero, the Founder and Community Director for ACE Coworking. “Working in a professional, well-designed space with great WiFi and other amenities makes you much more productive. We consistently hear from new members how much more they can get done when they come to work at our space than when they work at home.”
ACE Coworking offers something for everyone with an array of different membership plans, from daily rentals of a hot desk to a dedicated desk or private office space. Their aim is to bring people together, and emphasize that coworking is not just for an individual person. It’s also beneficial for small businesses.
Staples Studio
Studio.staples.ca | (289) 430-0217 | 320 North Service Road West, Oakville
Remember that office supply store at Dorval and the North Service Road in Oakville? They’ve added a coworking space! Staples Studio inspires deep collaboration and fellowship with a positive and nourishing environment. The space provides everything an individual needs to learn and grow within their business or work.
Offering 24/7 access to the building, Stapes Studio allows the freedom to work when it best suits you. Members are also given access to unlimited WiFi, discounts on their printing and marketing, dedicated on-site assistance, and a podcast booth.
alternawork
Alternawork.com | (416) 595-1313 | 2115 S Service Road West, Oakville
Just steps away from Bronte Go Station in Oakville in a state-of-the-art 21,000 sq. ft. building is alternawork – a coworking space designed to meet tech community needs in the GTA. The shared office space has private offices, dedicated workstations, and premium amenities, including a commercial kitchen, conference rooms, break-out rooms, event space, high-speed internet, parking, and coffee.
They also offer a virtual office package – where you can enjoy the benefits of a business mailing address, package handling, and access to the alternawork community, all with the freedom to book a desk and meeting space only when you need it.
LAUFT – located in Burlington Centre on Guelph Line, believes the future of work requires more flexibility than ever before. With the ability to book hourly, daily, or weekly, they are on a mission to empower everyone with convenience. With no membership fee and on-demand booking, LAUFT is truly flexible. Desk rentals start at as little as $5-per hour.
NUVO Network
Nuvonetwork.com | 905-592-2598 | 1295 North Service Road, Burlington
Located in what was known as the Crossroads Centre in Burlington, this 150,000 sq. ft. broadcasting building is a synergetic space connecting entrepreneurs, content creators, and community champions, providing access to state-of-the-art multimedia facilities including podcasting, video production, and recording studios.
NUVO members can work independently at a hot desk or in shared work environments, while the outside community can rent space for everything from conferences to commercials.
With all of these spaces available to you, remote working no longer has to be a solo adventure.
Is your child a budding chef, the next Bob Blumer, Lynn Crawford or Alvin Leung? Does your child demonstrate an interest in the art of cooking? Little Kitchen Academy offers a unique culinary experience for children ages 3-18, and Oakville has the only available location in Ontario.
This Canadian franchise provides children with exposure and an introduction to useful kitchen skills, potentially igniting future epicurean pursuits. For these young people, cooking at the academy isn’t just fun and games. “What the children learn in the kitchen are transferable life skills,” remarks Owner-Operator and Oakville resident Felicia Sia.
When Felicia attempted to locate a local culinary school for her young son, she was surprised not to find one. An online search lead her to discover a Montessori-styled culinary academy franchise for children in British Columbia. Following extensive research and being impressed with the structure and philosophy of the academy, Felicia invested in a franchise herself, bringing its first location to Ontario this past July.
Felicia’s experience and expertise was gained from her previous role as a director in food science research with ROHA, a leader in food colour and ingredient production. Her vision is to change lives from the early years, empowering the students with choices and a fundamental understanding of how flavour choices affect foods and how to prepare them.
Parents are not present while class is in session at this academy. Each student dons a chef uniform and listens to safety instructions before commencing.
Students have the opportunity to select ingredients within a prepared recipe. Herbs are grown on a living wall for the kids to harvest. They’re encouraged to try new foods and spices in various preparations, learning the science behind cooked versus raw. Lessons include education in the use of knife skills, clean-up, kitchen discipline, table-setting, and eating etiquette.
At the end of each session, students demonstrate what they’ve learned by presenting a meal for their parents to enjoy.
Q: Because the academy opened during the pandemic, what effect did these limitations pose on class size?
“We provided the appropriate spacing at stations during restrictions. The class sizes didn’t change. We weren’t affected in that way. Fortunately, registration remained healthy. Parents felt comfortable with how we handled the Health & Safety Guidelines. The only change made was that the students remained at their stations while presenting food, instead of using the community table.”
The classroom population at Little Kitchen Academy does not exceed ten students, with a 1:3 instructor ratio. While programs cater to kids 3-18, classes are grouped by age. The instructors have a culinary education and Montessori background. Felicia herself also instructs.
Q: Now open for just over nine months, what kind of feedback do you have from the parents about the program?
“Both the parents and kids have given us a positive response. We don’t have a lot of online reviews as of yet, but we do have many return students. This, for me, is undeniable feedback that we are doing something right.
There are children with special needs who have also enjoyed the program. Because of the low ratio of kids to instructors, all children can attend our program with sufficient 1-on-1 attention.”
The success and demand have been so great, with student applications also originating from Mississauga, Milton, Burlington, Thornhill, and Richmond Hill, that Felicia is looking for a second suitable location in Mississauga, with an opening date scheduled for late 2022.
Registration for spring classes and summer camp are now open!
Sia adds, “I have been and continue to be very grateful to the Oakville community for all their support.”
Little Kitchen Academy franchise has additional academy openings available for later this year in various GTA locations.
Whether you’re fueling up for the day, enjoying a mimosa brunch with your BFFs, or nursing a hangover from the night before, here is our 2025 list of the best breakfast & brunch spots in Burlington!
For indoor dining/patio, take-out or delivery, #SupportLocal and enjoy a sweet or savoury breakfast that is sure to delight your tastebuds and cure your cravings.
Ps. Check out our separate articles for the best brunch spots in Oakville & Bronte!
Familia Fine Foods
New to our Breakfast & Brunch list for 2025 is Familia Find Foods, who are offering a Latin-American breakfast 6 days a week at their Harvester Road location in Burlington. For anyone who loves Huevos Rancheros, this spot is for you! The food is divine and the atmosphere is bright, friendly and definitively Colombian. The coffee is also fantastic – plus you can pick up an easy frozen dinner on your way out!
Pop in any time for a coffee, tea or latte and something from their all day menu. Perhaps a croissant with house preserve, ham and gruyere, a breakfast sandwich with egg, bacon, aged cheddar and cayenne aioli or a healthy bowl of house granola? Everything is made in house using fresh ingredients with a touch of French tradition. (PS. they just launched a dinner menu too!)
Dine-In/Take-Out/Delivery | Enjoy all-day dine-in brunch at the bistro (Tuesday-Saturday from 8am-5pm or Sunday from 8am-4pm)
Click here to view the menu and order online for either take-out or delivery!
It’s hard not to love Saving Thyme’s Eggs Benedict, when it sits on a freshly made English muffin and finished with house-made hollandaise!
Benedict Eatery
Newly opened, Benedict Eatery is a quaint breakfast spot located in the heart of downtown Burlington’s Village Square! Along with classic homestyle breakfast platters (bacon, eggs and toast) and comforting delights (waffles, pancakes, French toast), you’ll enjoy a selection of health-conscious delights (including gourmet salads) and an enticing list of Eggs Benedict options!
Dine-In/Take-Out | Enjoy all-day breakfast/brunch and lunch (every day from 8am-3pm)
Brunch salads anyone? Enjoy these at Benedict Eatery!
Spencer’s at the Waterfront
Located on the Burlington lakefront, Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers breathtaking views and fabulous food. Whether it’s mouth-watering steak from our butcher, sustainably sourced seafood or freshly harvested produce from our farm, each ingredient is transformed into something delightfully delicious. The weekend brunch menu features Avocado & Burrata Toast, Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, Vanilla Bean Waffles among many other sweet and savoury gourmet delights…
PÜR meets SIMPLE. This breakfast (and lunch) locale warmly welcomes you to try something from their mouth-watering menu that pairs craveable breakfast items with nutritious and gluten-friendly delights! Gourmet yet affordable, you’ll find everything from bright smoothie bowls to sweet waffles and savoury benedicts — all made with love.
Dine-In/Patio/Take-Out/Delivery | Serving breakfast/brunch every day from 8am-2pm.
PÜR & SIMPLE: a sweet and syrupy fruit crêpe!
Lettuce Love Café
Good healthy food is what’s on the menu every day. Everything served is 100% gluten-free, plant-based and created from organic, local, farm-to-table, sustainable, fair-trade ingredients. After enjoying pancakes, a classic breakfast, or one of the signature Bowls, your tummy will feel super clean (and full).
What’s not to LOVE about this mouth-watering brunch at Lettuce Love?
Isabelle Restaurant & Lounge
Located inside the Pearle Hotel & Spa, along downtown Burlington’s beautiful waterfront, Isabelle delivers an authentic earth-to-table culinary experience – with a global twist! Culinary Director Ben Heaton has created a dining experience with an elegant yet familial approach. The laid-back vibe of California dining with the European family style approach is communicated through share-style dishes highlighting the produce from their farm and local producers. Encouraging genuine connection, Isabelle serves fresh and flavourful dishes ideal for sharing. Discover vibrant flavours inspired by coastal climates from around the world including Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Californian, brought to life through local ingredients and the bounty of their farm.
Isabelle.ca | 3 Elizabeth St, Burlington | 905-340-0590
Dine-In/Take-Out | Enjoy brunch every Saturday & Sunday beginning at 9am
Treat your tastebuds to Isabelle’s earth-to-table culinary experience!
Russell Williams
One of Burlington’s oldest diners that’s still running strong and serving a strong cuppa joe. A few changes have taken place over the years with renovations here and there but RW continues to serve big portions of tasty breakfasts. It’s pristine without being pretentious, friendly without being fake, and delicious without being expensive.
Dine-In/Take-Out/Delivery | All-day breakfast served everyday day (9am-6pm).
The Coop Wicked Chicken
There’s wicked chicken to be had here – not to mention waffles, eggs and sandwiches. The WTF Waffles If you’re not afraid of a bit of spice in your maple syrup. Sustenance is also offered in liquid form on the Boozy Brunch menu.
Dine-In/Take-Out/Delivery | Brunch served every Saturday & Sunday (10:30am-3pm)
Pair this Nashville Chicken Benny with a bottomless mimosa at The Coop!
Rust Bistro Bar
Free of the usual convention, Rust Bistrobar is an intimate, casual cool dining destination open for dinner six nights a week and for brunch every Sunday. The brunch menu features a Moroccan Scramble, Steak & Eggs, or the “Huevos” Rancheros Tostada among other delights.
rustbistrobar.ca | 1801 Walkers Line #7, Burlington | 905-336-3555
Not only does Pepperwood brew its own craft beers, they’re also open for weekend fixes of Eggs Benedict, Rise ‘n Shine Tacos, or a Brunch Patter for Two. Early – or late risers can enjoy their morning meal inside or outside on the patio (with a view of Lake Ontario for free).
This Canadian franchise began serving breakfast in Montreal in 1987. Now with more than 130 locations across Canada, Burlington’s location is open for breakfast seven days a week with all of the options you’d expect from a breakfast chain – including lots of healthy options. Cora’s is also a Breakfast Club of Canada charitable partner.
If you’re visiting on the weekend, why not order a Full English Breakfast, a Breakfast Burrito, Chef’s Omelette or good ol’ pancakes? Depending on the time of day you’re there (after lunch perhaps) ask for the Up Yer Kilt (coffee with Drambuie and Kahlúa).
Dine-In/Take-Out/Delivery | Weekend brunch served Saturdays and Sundays 10am-2pm.
Lakeshore Coffee House
But first…coffee. Freshly ground beans are turned into hot cups of Americano, Espresso, Latte or Cappucino. If it’s tea you require, they make a wide range of blends like the London Fog, Chai Latte, or a White Chocolate Mocha. Try their waffles, a soup and sandwich combo, quiche, grilled cheese or one of the sweet treats.
Dine-In/Patio/Take-Out/Delivery | Open seven days a week (8am-9pm).
Sunset Grill
Open early for people who like to rise with the sun, Sunset knows eggs, Grade A, served Scrambled, Sunny Side Up or Over Easy. Lots of other options and protein fare like chicken, AAA steak, corned beef or salmon. You’ll find lots of simple and lighter fare too, including organic yogurt and fruit or smoked salmon plate. Pancakes too!
Dine-In/Take-Out | All-day breakfast served Monday to Friday (6:30am-3pm) and Saturday & Sunday (7am-3:30pm) at all three Burlington locations.
Bacon, egg and cheddar breakfast sandwich, to-go!
JC Hot Bagels
Simply put, this place does bagels and they do them well. From handcrafted breakfast sandwiches to their in-house cream cheese, you can’t go wrong at JCs. A large selection of bagels makes it hard to choose but if you have your eye on more than one, you can always bring some home.
Click here to view the menu and place an online order.
Skyway Diner
Eggs, sandwiches, bennies – oh my! This family-owned diner is one of Burlington’s breakfast hot spots. It’s become a popular choice for home-style meals that really hit the spot, plus service that is fast and friendly.
Dine-In/Take-Out/Delivery | Open seven days a week (7am-9pm).
Wildberry pancakes at Skyway Diner
Rose Garden Family Restaurant
A few minutes away from Burlington’s Botanical Gardens, the Rose Garden Family Restaurant is another Burlington gem. They offer a great selection of classic breakfasts, including French toast and pancakes – and also have a menu for kids under 12. Get there early (weekdays before 11am) for early bird specials!
Dine-In/Take-Out/Delivery | Open seven days a week with breakfast served from 7am-3pm.
Click here to view the menu and call to place an order for take-out.
Eggs Benny and home fries from Rose Garden
Harvest Table Family Restaurant
For large portions, classic options, and a bottomless cup of coffee, visit Harvest Table. With classic favourites and a kids menu, the Harvest Table is a great choice for breakfast with your family!
(905) 632-5911 | 3350 Fairview Street
Dine-In/Patio/Take-Out | Breakfast served: Monday 7am-3pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday 7am-8pm, Sunday 7am-5pm, closed on Friday.
Call to reserve a table.
Windmill Restaurant
This diner-style mom and pop shop makes you feel at home. Homestyle fried potatoes, eggs and bacon the way you like it. There’s just nothing that can beat a good ole fashioned traditional breakfast.
(905) 336-3954 | 2238 Mountainside Drive
Dine-In/Patio/Take-Out | Breakfast served: Monday to Friday 6am-3pm, Saturday 6am-2pm, closed on Sunday.
Call to reserve a table.
Tatin Bakehouse
Nestled in Oakville, Tatin Bakehouse is a charming pastry haven that blends French pastry techniques with South Asian flare. Tatin Bakehouse offers a mouthwatering array of croissants, tarts, and cakes, all crafted with the finest ingredients and a touch of artistry.
Whether you’re fueling up for the day, enjoying a mimosa brunch with your BFFs, or nursing a hangover from the night before, here is our 2022 list of the best breakfast & brunch spots in Bronte Village!
For indoor dining, patio, take-out or delivery, #SupportLocal and enjoy a sweet or savoury breakfast that is sure to delight your tastebuds and cure your cravings.
Ps. Check out our separate articles for the best brunch spots in Oakville & Burlington!
La Parisienne Crêperie
Savour La France! Sophisticated crêpes and an outstanding brunch all prepared fresh by a husband and wife team. French-style crêpes, along with additional brunch options that include soup, salad and sandwiches. Keep an eye on the blackboard for the Patisserie Du Jour feature.
Dine-In/Patio/Take-Out/Delivery | Enjoy a Parisienne-inspired brunch any day of the week, Monday to Tuesday (11am-4pm) or Wednesday to Sunday (11am-9pm).
Due to limited capacity, guests are encouraged to either call or reserve a table online (via this link here), but walk-ins are invited if there is space.
Lighter fare for less ravenous appetites (fruit salad, a single egg or a side order of toast), hearty plates like steak and eggs, meat lover’s meals or the classic Bronte Breakfast are served here. El Spero is a family-owned cornerstone eatery that’s been in the Town of Oakville for over 40 years. If you’re looking for a classic breakfast spot, this is it!
Dine-In/Take-Out/Delivery | Monday (closed), Tuesday to Friday (11am – 8:30pm), Saturday (8:30am – 8:30pm) and Sunday (8:30am – 3pm).
Call to reserve a table. Click here to view the menu and order online.
How does breakfast for dinner sound?
Harbourside Artisan Kitchen
Late risers can get a good meal for a great price. From Tuesday – Friday 9am-11am, Harbourside offers an early bird special, starting at $6. From the extensive brunch menu (Saturday and Sunday, 9am-3pm) we’re eyeing the chicken and waffles, the corned beef hash and the Brie and candied onion omelet.
