What a delightful find after a hike! There is usually a line on the weekends but it moves fairly quickly. Their menu is huge so there is something for everyone. From healthy salads to naughty sandwiches. The best part for me were the apple fritters. Magical! So much apple and perfect amount of dough. They also do a dad joke by the coffee station which cracked me up. The avocado toast and Rubin were both really yummy! read more

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Came for a light breakfast. But absolutely loved the apple fritters. They also do pear as well. Well battered with brown sugar coating. Perfect after meal treat. read more

Yelp for a causal place for lunch and Copper Kettle showed up. There was something for everyone in the group. We ordered the fiesta salad, B'LT sandwich, and French toast. For drinks, we ordered 1 Irish cream latte in cold, 1 Irish cream latte in hot, and 1 raspberry lemonade. I asked for less sweet for the cold Irish cream latte, and it almost taste only like cold cream and coffee. It was still good, but I didn't taste much of the Irish cream. My dad got the hot Irish cream latte as is, and we found it was a bit too sweet. So not sure what the balance is. It was still delicious regardless. The food was delicious! The French toast was nothing I ever had.... It was sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar.... Sooooo good. We were planning to get the Apple fritter to go, since that's what other Yelpers had recommended, but after the French toast, I think we were good. I'd highly recommend the French toast as well. The bacon on the side was soooo good too. It is more of a dessert to me, not so much of a breakfast item. Was it ever so delicious! I'm so glad we came across Coppee Kettle, now there's something else to look forward to whenever we are in the Burlington area. Also the area is like a little old town, very quaint. read more

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Ambiance and food are both amazing. Reservations are usually recommend. Lovely patio for warmer weather

Food was amazing. I decided to come here after checking local restaurants nearby my hike at Smokey hallows. Honesty it doesn't disappoint. My bf and I got the kettle club and the grilled tab and Apple fritter. All of these tasted amazing!! We were so full and loved every bite. Apple fritters here are highly recommended!!! It tastes so good!! read more

The food was super expensive and coffee doesn't come with a refill unless you want to pay extra for it. I was hoping for your basic scrambled eggs, bacon potatoes. They don't have that. Got an egg sandwich instead but they don't give you napkins or silverware ( a knife to spread the ketchup on the sandwich would have been nice) . Had to get up three times to request those items and a glass of water. Not a relaxing experience. read more

4.5 stars, but will push it to 5 on the aggregate based on the perfect timing of the visit which really hit the spot. My family and I had just done a walk on the trails by the waterfall just down the road. Nothing could hit the spot more after a winter's hike than a cozy place to sit and warm food and drinks. I wasn't aware that Brown Dog Cafe had closed in Hamilton, but it would make sense that this is the same owner since they serve the identical apple (and pear) fritters. Really, if serving made-to-order fritters isn't enough to put you above other cafes, I'm not sure what will. Beyond the fritters, they have quite an extensive soup and sandwich menu. For $13, I got a nice hot corned beef sandwich with a pea and bacon soup. You order at the front and they bring the food to your table. Pretty good value IMO for that combo and it's all very good quality. The soup in particular was outstanding. My dad ordered the same combo, but a Reuben which is effectively a corned beef sandwich but also with sauerkraut and cheese. It was probably better value as it was the same price but you get more on it. Coffee is also a big thing here and I tried my wife's white chocolate mocha. I'm not normally into sweet espresso-based drinks, but it was still better than most other places by not being too sweet and could still taste the robust coffee flavour. Lots of seating, a high ceiling, wooden interior, and lots of windows to give it a lodge feel. I saw they also offer quite a number of board games which is cool they do that. For a cafe, I can't think of anything lacking here. read more

4.5* If you miss Brown Dog Café in Hamilton, don't fret because Copper Kettle used to be Brown Dog. And they also have the signature apple (+ pear) fritters!!! Menu consists of salads, sandwiches, and soups. Sandwiches were ~$13-14ea, but it comes with either a side salad OR soup. I liked that they had the option of a soup, as opposed to just salad. Bread look as though it was freshly baked - not from a supermarket. Salad looked super fresh! If this is your first visit, I'd definitely order at least 1 of their freshly made fritters. Orders are taken at the counter, they give you a number, and your food is eventually delivered to your table. Place was really lit on a Saturday afternoon with people chatting, couples, people working on laptops, etc. The café is quite big and there are even a few couches! Other than the wobbly chair that I sat on, I can't think of any complaints about this place! Staff could've been a bit friendlier. Limited parking at the back of building. read more

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Underwhelming at best. The line for cash runs right across the entrance, which makes for some awkward and close door openings/closings. You order at the counter and they assign you a table number. Outside, they advertise homemade food, which is promising. I ordered a Cobb salad and a lemonade. A friend ordered a grilled cheese and asked for ketchup. The lemonade was a small bottle of Minute Maid, pure sugar, not homemade. The ketchup didn't come with the sandwich so we asked again, then waited 10 minutes for it. The Cobb salad advertised the standard chopped ingredients, as it should. The 'avocado' was a small container of puréed guacamole, sitting on top of the salad. The menu mentioned a signature creamy Creole dressing. It was smothered in a thick mustard dressing. Way over-dressed. Not Creole. The Apple fritters we got to take away were tasty, but super greasy. A slice of apple in a plain batter, deep fried and tossed in cinnamon sugar. read more

I had to stop here because I had a great experience a few years ago and I'm back in the neighbourhood today. A Bakers Dozen of the famous Copper Kettle Signature Apple Fritters for $15.00 (even though the takeout menu states $12.00). It's a beautiful hangout for a social; tables & chairs, plus cozy couches & lazy boy seats. They cater as well: platters, soups, salads and beverages. You can sit and enjoy these items in the cafe too! Great service and ambiance. read more

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I ordered a grilled cheese and pea bacon soup. Both tasted very fresh and delicious! My girlfriend ordered the Mac n cheese, I stole a bite and it was very good. Got an Apple fritter and a chai latte to go and didn't regret it, definitely grab a fritter while you're here. I'd post pictures but I ate everything too fast ‍ read more

Great open space that feels warm and welcoming. There are couches and tables depending what state of relaxing you're looking for. Order and pay at cash and they bring it to your table. We ordered the Caesar with and roasted beet salad. Fresh greens with apple, roasted beets, sweet potato, pumpkin seeds, red onion, cranberries, and goat cheese with a poppyseed dressing. Yum. Friendly service and food came out quickly. read more

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Great coffee, food, and especially deserts. Cute autumn aesthetic too!! Staff are friendly as well. read more

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This is a cool cafe with a warm atmosphere.. staff is friendly .. you order at the counter from a pretty decent selection of entrees and sweet treats .. the space is a decent size and location is among some other charming buildings in downtown Waterdown. They make Apple and pear fritters fresh with the Fritter Obsevatory. The Apple fritter I just had tasted wonderful .. they offer good coffee as well, including organic and fair trade.. nice spot ! read more

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Fantastic lattes and desserts! The Irish Latte is my personal fave so far, and you can't go wrong with the Skor Toffee cookie or Apple Fritter! I had the Apple Fritter hot out of the oven and it was to die for! There was cooked apple inside YUM! I love desserts but am so often disappointed- they aren't usually worth it. These were worth it. Genuinely awesome. I really like the space in terms of size. It's nice and big, so there is plenty of room. It would be a nice place to come and work, with a lot of table space. They could use more tables down by the couches, but we made do by putting our drinks on one of the kids stools. While Copper Kettle is definitely a new fave of mine, it is not quuuite a five star. Food and drinks, yes. But it seems to be missing something. I feel like they could work on cleanliness (first time I went the floors in the back by the couches were kinda gross) and friendliness of the staff. They were ok, but did not make you feel entirely welcome ( I don't know if maybe they were stressed or busy) but could be a little more engaging with their customers. read more

It's been years since I've been on Watertown but boy was I glad we came thru. After dinner and time at the Casino we decided to go for coffee. Talk about luck. They are known for their fritters, apple or pear. Yum to both. They use local apples, and their coffee was great. They have an extensive menu that includes vegetarian fair. A must try for anyone. We'll be going there again next time we hit the casino. read more

Really enjoyed this cafe! Stopped by for lunch and it was surprisingly pretty busy. The decor and small touches are very endearing. We ordered the copper caesar salad with chicken and the kettle club. The food was enjoyable. especially liked the kale in the caesar salad, but the chicken didn't seem to be very fresh. It had a very "reheated/microwaved" taste to it. But considering this is a cafe and not a restaurant, i thought the food was impressive. Didn't get a chance to try any sweet snacks, which was unfortunate since it seemed that the apple fritters were made fresh to order. Will definitely be back to try some different menu items! read more

Copper Kettle Cafe - Copper caesar salad with chicken - Cafes Near Me - Waterdown, Ontario

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My favourite place in Waterdown for coffee/to get some work done (as long as I'm there in time to find a seat! haha). Really great vibes and food. We need more places like this in town... or a bigger Copper Kettle. :) read more

If your ever looking to visit a Cafe with a group of staff who run it with a heart of gold, then definitely give this place a try when in the Waterdown area! Cooper Kettle has become a household name in Waterdown thanks to the amazing apple and pear fritters they make on the spot. They even have a viewing station so you can see how they're made as you wait. If you have kids they may enjoy that :) While the fritters are literally the BOMB, I also enjoy their coffee selection. This in my opinion is how a proper Cafe should run and I'd take this over anything Starbucks tries to offer. read more

Copper Kettle Cafe - Apple and Pear fritters. - Cafes Near Me - Waterdown, Ontario

I really love the apple fritters so very much. Especially if they have hot apple cider on hand.

This is a super cute little cafe in Waterdown that we accidentally found while traveling around. So glad we needed to stop! If we lived in the area, this would be my work space for sure. But as travelers, this was a great pit stop for coffee. Their pumpkin pie latte was tasty. They even suggested we check out their neighbouring store, which is a chocolate store. Such a great suggestion! We'll be making a stop in Waterdown again the next time we pass through. The chamber of commerce should be super proud to have this little shop in town! read more

Amazing vibe and atmosphere! The staff were very friendly and the food was phenomenal! The over all experience was exactly what I was hoping for. Very similar to the english and australian laid back and chilled out vibe and food. read more

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This Cafe is very big and spacious compare to the other neighbourhood cafe. Lots of tables and chairs to do work and for small group gathering. the decor is very simple and somewhat industrial feeling. Love the openness of the whole place, surrounded by ceiling to floor windows on 2 sides. The kitchen is also open concept, you can see and smell the apple fritters. Coffee is very typical, not the best. But they have a nice selection of brewed coffee and tea. read more

Copper Kettle Cafe - Sipping on my americano by the big window - Cafes Near Me - Waterdown, Ontario

Everything we've had here has been delicious. The bacon cheddar scones are absolutely to die for. Great sandwich selection and lattes are great also. It's a super cute little spot can't wait till it's ready to open back up read more

Great coffee. Nice and friendly staff. Great dark atmosphere but for goodness sake upgrade your seating. I felt like I was going to break every chair I sat on. I met friends and we all said we would have stayed longer and had more to drink but we were uncomfortable. Looking for a local comfy coffee shop to call my own. Please help Copper Kettle! read more

Nice spacious cafe, great decor. Fresh apple fritters. We had the turkey avocado panini (which the barista says is the most popular sandwich), BLT and kids grill cheese. Turkey is the best, kids grilled cheese is expensive for two little halves of wonder bread with two thin slices of cheese. We will not get that grill cheese again. We got the roasted red pepper soup w blue cheese - just alright, and the garden salad which is nothing special. they have a nice kids area with a box of kids toys so our little one had fun. We would visit here again but only bc there aren't that many choices around. read more

Copper Kettle Cafe - Turkey avocado sandwich with roasted red pepper soup w blue cheese garnish - Cafes Near Me - Waterdown, Ontario

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On the suggestion of a friend, we met up here for coffee and a chat. We were thinking this was going to be a small town coffee shop with a few pastries and coffee and maybe tea. Far from it. This was a full blown café with different flavours and types of coffees, tea, hot and iced and all kinds of food. It was incredibly busy but we managed to find a table. Even though it was full inside, it still felt homey and was quiet enough we could chat comfortably. A great place to go. read more

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Thanks to Yelp for helping us find this place. Really enjoyed stopping here for lunch, the food was great!

Love this Waterdown Cafe. Staff are very friendly! Had the veggie sandwich with a side salad. Enjoyed my meal. Have been here several times before for the scones and fritters and they're to die for! Perfect place for a coffee date. read more

Copper Kettle Cafe - Veggie sandwich with side salad. - Cafes Near Me - Waterdown, Ontario

Great neighborhood place. Food is above average, good service and friendly atmosphere. Shared a soup of the day and a large salad....Would visit again if I'm in the area again. read more

Great place to grab a sandwich & something sweet! Never tried the coffee bc I'm not a coffee drinker.... Their apple fritters are to die for! U can even watch them make urs hot & fresh thru the glass at the station. Yum!! A bit busy on weekends so not always ideal if looking to dine in but the seating is rustic chic tables & comfy couches in one area. Pay them a visit, get a bunch of fritters!!! read more

Formerly Brown Dog Coffee Shoppe, Copper Kettle Cafe is a great place to relax and study. It's got lots of seating, large tables and does not feel cramped or rushed. There is even a couch area with kids toys to entertain the little humans while you recharge on caffeine. It does gets a bit pricey compared to other coffee shops especially in the area. The large windows are great for people watching or just zoning out from the hustle and bustle of the main street. Tip: Try their fritters! The best are the pear fritters, but their apple fritters come in a close second (only because there is a little too much batter for my taste, some may say thats a good thing!). We come here sometimes just to take-out the fritters for dessert on the way home from work....yum! read more

Updated review: This place has changed its name to Copper Kettle Cafe, over a year ago now. But don't worry, its the same cozy cafe inside and out. I still drop by for their yummy apple caramel cider. And delicious chocolate chip cookies with a hint of salt. Lots of seating, wifi, comfortable atmosphere. Free parking behind on on the street. You can't really go wrong coming here for a hot beverage or light meal. My original review: I come to Brown Dog often. It has everything you want in a coffee shop, including lots of tables and seating, wi-fi, a sofa area with silent BW movies playing endlessly. Washroom are clean. The windows are nice and great to gaze through when you get tired of studying or listening to your companion (oh hope my companion doesn't read this review ;). Love apple fritters. Never get tired of them. Also enjoy their coffee, lattes and often get the hot apple cider. Sandwiches are good. I've never had a bad eat or drink experience at Brown Dog. they are usually open until 10pm. Which is later than starbucks in waterdown. read more

I have such mixed emotions on this place. Their food -- meh. It's just not good for what you're paying for. Some members of my party didn't even finish their meal. They make a solid latte -- but when they serve it to you it's as hot as liquid magma. I could barely hold the cup walking to the car. Good live music some nights. Like I said -- mixed emotions. I like to support the little guy but they need to step up their game a bit. read more

We were a party of 3, went went in noonish, hoping to order a lunch/brunch. It's a big space with lots of tables, including arm chairs and end tables. Every table for 4 was occupied by one person sitting with their laptop using up the wifi. There were plenty of arm chairs available for people who just want to sit, sip, and surf. I don't like to eat out of my lap, so we hoofed over to the Jitterbug on Main. Glad we did. $50 well spent on a nice lunch and good pot of tea. Sorry, really have nothing to say to recommend the Copper Kettle. I just hope that some of the surfers bought more than one cup of coffee. read more

Great fresh food and service. Highly recommend for a healthy meal. They offer gluten free and dairy free options too!

The food is really good here and the fritters are delicious however I wish they took more care to keep it clean and the high chairs in good repair. It always seems a lot of moms meet here but on our last visit both available high chairs were broken / missing clips and were very dirty. read more

Brown Dog is right at that mid-point between cafe and restaurant, and they manage to pull off both sides better than almost anyone. The coffee is good (even the decaf, which is called Neutered Dog..... fabulous), they do a variety of food things like soups, salads and sandwiches, all of which are prepared in-house in their open kitchen. Two sandwiches really stand out: the Portager and the Egg Benedict. No idea why they call it "egg benedict" considering it's boiled, sliced eggs and stacks of ham, but it's good. Really, really good. For the asking price of $5, I defy anyone to find something more delicious to eat for lunch in the whole town. Two other things they're well above average at: muffins and apple fritters. They deep-fry the fritters when you order them, and so are served hot and soft (unlike, say, a Tim Horton's apple fritter, which you probably won't ever want again after having Brown Dog fritters) and make for a great dessert or afternoon snack. The service is usually very good. Despite being a busy cafe and me only going there 2-3 times a month, the long-time employees treat me like a regular. Good decor, too, even in the bathrooms, and there's Waterdown's Most Comfortable Couch to top it all off. Heck, this place is even laptop-friendly, with several plugs along the walls and free wi-fi. I rarely see people working solo on laptops though; the crowd here is more a mix of friends and families. read more

On a busy, winter Sunday, we entered the CKC and our olfactory senses were instantly enveloped in the scent of freshly-made fritters. We had the Sweet Apple Brie sandwich and Grilled Veggie sandwich paired with the Roasted Red Pepper soup. The flavours were incredible. All were incredible and warmed our bellies. The Sweet Apple Brie was the clear winner. The taste of softly sweet apples did not overpower the creamy Brie but gave it a textural balance and the caramel sunflower spread tied the sandwich together. The staff were friendly amidst the heavy traffic. Try the London Fog! Yum! read more

This is a very nice cafe to stop in for a sandwich or your morning coffee. I had the Portager sandwich which was nice. Coffee is great. Next time I'm going to save room to try some of their pastries read more