Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Daily Destination for Fresh Bakes & Coffee in London
Black Walnut Bakery Cafe was founded in 2011 as a family-driven business rooted in London, Ontario. Our dedication to quality and craftsmanship has defined our journey, with two locations now serving the community. We specialize in handcrafted baked goods, in-house roasted coffee, and made-to-order meals, prioritizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Our team of skilled bakers and roasters brings decades of combined experience to every product we create. We maintain rigorous quality standards, avoiding shortcuts to ensure authenticity in every bite and brew.Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as an award-winning destination for baked goods and customer service. We foster a welcoming environment where customers connect with our team and each other. Sustainability and community engagement remain central to our operations. Our Hyde Park roasting facility ensures precise control over coffee quality, while our catering services extend our offerings to events of all sizes. This philosophy of care and expertise continues to guide us as we grow.
Services
Baked Goods
Coffee Roasting
Catering
Gift Cards
Salads & Sandwiches
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We are an award-winning bakery and roastery since 2011
- Our products are made entirely from scratch using quality ingredients
- We employ internationally trained coffee roasters
- Our catering services accommodate events from 5 to 500 people
- We maintain strict dietary accommodation standards
What people say
Best I have ever had
Great atmosphere
Attentive service
Delicious homemade pastries
Friendly staff
Services
Baked Goods
We create daily fresh-baked pastries, breads, and desserts using traditional methods. Our offerings include flaky croissants, artisan breads, and specialty cakes made with quality ingredients. Each item is crafted onsite by professional bakers following proprietary recipes.
Coffee Roasting
Our Hyde Park facility houses small-batch coffee roasting operations using fair-trade organic beans. We offer multiple roast profiles including light, medium, and dark roasts with distinct flavor profiles. The roasting process follows precise temperature controls to ensure consistent quality.
Catering
We provide full-service catering for events ranging from business meetings to weddings. Menu options include sandwich platters, dessert displays, and custom cakes. Our team handles orders from 5 to 500 servings with delivery options available within London.
Gift Cards
Gift cards offer flexible gifting options for any occasion. Available in multiple denominations, they can be used across all our locations for food, beverages, or baked goods. Physical and digital gift card options are both available.
Salads & Sandwiches
We prepare made-to-order sandwiches and fresh salads daily. Options include classic deli sandwiches, specialty wraps, and seasonal salads with house-made dressings. Ingredients are sourced locally whenever possible to ensure freshness.
Questions
What are your holiday hours?
We're open regular hours during most holidays, closing only on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Years Day.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we cater events from 5 to 500 people with baked goods, sandwiches, salads, and coffee service.
Are dietary accommodations available?
We offer limited vegan and gluten-free lunch options, though our baked goods cannot be modified for these diets.
Where are your locations?
We operate at Richmond Row (724 Richmond St), Wortley Village (134 Wortley Rd), and Western Research Parks (999 Collip Circle).
How is your coffee sourced?
We use fair-trade organic beans from global growing regions, roasted locally in small batches using proprietary methods.
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes, we offer physical gift cards in multiple denominations for use at any of our locations.
Reviews (5)
Sarina Bruyns
Dec 10, 2021
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I am new to London and was hoping to find a nice cafe to spend time at. This location is exactly the vibe I was seeking. It's a cute little space with lots of corner seating and relaxing lighting. The staff have been friendly and always greet me when I walk in. My favorite tables are in the middle of the Cafe where there is a big window and a cute little fireplace to enjoy. The soups and quiche are a delicious and perfect option if you have troubles with swallowing or chewing and need something soft (due to dental work, etc.). It is located in a gorgeous quaint neighborhood with little shops and
Dania Parker-Smith Realtor
Nov 29, 2021
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Black Walnut Bakery Cafe in Wortley Village is one of my go to places. You can always count on quality baked goods and pastries. The staff are eager to help you and ensure you enjoy every interaction with them.
Sen Chu
Nov 14, 2021
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Staffs are very friendly as always in two locations. Their coffee tastes nice. Coffee beans are affordable and good quality. Parking is not desirable as expected. Your car can stay in the backyard for 5 minutes at most for takeout orders. There are many seats outside the store, which would be nice to enjoy the fall and the chill.
Charles Richey
Oct 22, 2021
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Always a great experience at The Black Walnut! My wife and I came here on a Saturday morning and enjoyed a couple London Fog Latte's and a date square each. Both were great! The service was also excellent and very helpful all around. We sat outside which was nice as well as they have a little patio out back.
Steven Andrews
Aug 09, 2021
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Pros: Cute place in a great part of the city. The baked goods are delicious, and the staff are always very friendly. Overall I like this place, its a gem.
Cons: However, selection (baked goods flavours + drinks) is very inconsistent - even with the drinks. I try to order a blended drink every single time I go in, and Ive only ever gotten one. There is a new excuse every time. Everything is always delicious when I get it, but I have to actually be able to get it to enjoy it so Im unsure if its worth going back.
Cons: However, selection (baked goods flavours + drinks) is very inconsistent - even with the drinks. I try to order a blended drink every single time I go in, and Ive only ever gotten one. There is a new excuse every time. Everything is always delicious when I get it, but I have to actually be able to get it to enjoy it so Im unsure if its worth going back.
