Bridgehead Roastery and Coffeehouse
Cafes & Coffee

Bridgehead Roastery and Coffeehouse

4.5 (1,105 reviews)
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← Dow's Lake
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ABOUT

This café in Dow’s Lake serves specialty coffee from their own roastery alongside light vegetarian fare. Bridgehead offers reliable, quality coffee drinks in a relaxed setting with outdoor seating options and convenient washroom facilities. The casual neighbourhood spot appeals to both coffee enthusiasts and those looking for a simple brunch or pastry.

HOURS

Sunday (today) 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Monday 6:00 am - 6:30 pm
Tuesday 6:00 am - 6:30 pm
Wednesday 6:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thursday 6:00 am - 6:30 pm
Friday 6:00 am - 6:30 pm
Saturday 6:30 am - 6:30 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

♿ Accessibility
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating ✓ Wheelchair-accessible washroom
🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in ✓ Takeout ✓ Delivery
⭐ Popular For
✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch ✓ Groups
🥗 Offerings
✓ Vegetarian options ✓ Coffee
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch
🏠 Amenities
✓ Washroom ✓ Outdoor seating
👥 Crowd
✓ Groups
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards ✓ NFC mobile payments
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free street parking ✓ Paid street parking

REVIEWS

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Sara BELLAGHI
December 11, 2025
★★★★★

The setting is lovely, the staff is friendly and the coffee is excellent. However, a small downside for the salmon bagel: I found it quite bland. Tomato doesn’t pair well with salmon, and I think it would be better replaced with arugula or avocado.

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Tom L
November 29, 2025
★★★★★

Every Friday our workout group heads to this location for coffee & snacks. We occupy a lot of space. There is often twenty of us. We are always greeted warmly. There is always ample space for us to sit & enjoy our coffee.

Service is quick & efficient. Lattes, matcha & tea are delivered hot and to order. Many in our group enjoy the breakfast wraps.

A special shout out to barista supremo Alex. He has now learned many of our drink preferences by heart & starts getting them ready when he sees us. He is always quick with a smile & a morning greeting. Alex is a big asset to the Bridgehead operation & represents the cafe well.

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Jade McKinley
November 26, 2025
★★★★★

The space has a great look, and it’s pretty cool that they roast their own beans. There’s plenty of room to work or meet up, with both indoor and outdoor seating and reliable Wi-Fi.
That said, while the drinks are marketed as organic, they’re not as “natural” as advertised. I usually prefer cafés that make their own chai and specialty mixes, but here they rely on store-bought syrups and concentrates.

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Houssem Jerbi
October 31, 2025
★★★★★

Main Bridgehead is a standout spot with its industrial factory/bakery aesthetic—think large coffee roasters and pastry ovens that add so much character. Despite not having tons of seating, the high ceilings and open layout give it a spacious, airy feel. The coffee is fantastic, the pastries are delicious, and the staff is incredibly friendly. With the recent change in ownership, I truly hope they preserve what makes this place so special. Highly recommended!

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Leonard
October 14, 2024
★★★★☆

The aesthetics here are nice. Also cool that they roast their own beans. Plenty of space to work or meet. Wifi is available as is indoor or outdoor seating.
Unfortunately, the drinks may be organic, but they aren’t as natural as claimed. I prefer coffee shops that make their own chais and stuff, but here they just use store bought syrups and concentrates.
The decaf i had was good and they offer Lactaid milk (50 cents more) which is rare, but still disappointed for this being such a big, popular chain that the coffee didn’t blow me away.

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🥗 Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Confirmed Vegetarian-friendly
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
Confirmed Accessible
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Confirmed Patio
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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