Fall Treats & Sweets in KW: Bakeries, Cafes & Seasonal Must-Tries
Fall is the coziest time of year to indulge your sweet tooth in Kitchener-Waterloo. The changing leaves, crisp air, and cozy vibes make it the perfect season for pumpkin spice, spiced pastries, and warm drinks. Whether you’re grabbing a latte on the way to a local hike or picking up treats for a family weekend, our region has some seriously tasty options.
Let’s dive into the best bakeries, cafes, and fall flavour spots in KW that are sure to hit the spot this season.
Cozy Cafés with Fall Favourites
1. Smile Tiger Coffee Roasters
📍 100 Ahrens St W, Kitchener
This is the place to go for bold espresso and fall-spiced lattes. Don’t miss their maple cinnamon latte and flaky croissants — perfect for those sweater-weather mornings.
2. Cafe Pyrus
📍 305 King St W, Kitchener
Vegan-friendly and full of soul. Their spiced muffins, apple cider, and seasonal soups are fall in a cup (or bowl). Grab a window seat and cozy up!
3. Settlement Co.
📍 23 King St N, Waterloo
Waffles are their specialty, but when autumn rolls around, their pumpkin cream cold brews and spiced drinks steal the show. The vibe is artsy and relaxed — ideal for an afternoon break.
Bakeries That Go All Out for Autumn
1. Nougat Bakery & Delicatessen
📍 745 Belmont Ave W, Kitchener
This old-school European bakery is a go-to for apple strudel, butter tarts, and cozy fall cookies. Great stop for a weekend sweet haul.
2. Ambrosia Pastry Co.
📍 150 Roger St, Waterloo
A gem for local, seasonal creations. Look out for pear & spice galettes, pumpkin shortbread, and small-batch desserts that change weekly.
Fall Farm Favourite: Snyder’s Farm Brownies
Snyder’s Farm
📍 936685 Blenheim Rd, Bright, ON
Yes, we’re talking brownies — and not just any brownies. These gooey, chocolatey masterpieces are the best I’ve ever had. Add them to your fall bucket list immediately. While you're there, enjoy the Fall Festival, corn maze, farm games, and cozy treats galore.
🍎 Markets = Fall Dessert Goldmine
St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market
📍 878 Weber St N, Woolwich
Still the best spot to load up on butter tarts, pumpkin loaf, and autumn pies. Local vendors bring their fall game strong — but let’s be serious, don’t miss those famous apple fritters, they are the best in the fall with the fresh apples!
Kitchener Market
📍 300 King St E, Kitchener
Saturday mornings are bursting with fall flavour. Don’t miss out on pumpkin cheesecake, apple dumplings, and homemade preserves that taste like grandma made them.