Pure Cafe

26 Post Office Rd, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1H7, Canada
+1 902-827-2123
$$$ Cafe
(45 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Welcome to Pure Cafe, a delightful gem nestled in the heart of Porters Lake, Nova Scotia. Located at 26 Post Office Rd, this café offers a bright and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a leisurely meal or a quick coffee break. With its spacious layout, large windows inviting natural light, and decor that strikes a balance between charm and comfort, Pure Cafe is an ideal spot to unwind.

At Pure Cafe, the menu is a celebration of fresh, vibrant ingredients with options that cater to various tastes. Dive into their savory Paninis and Wraps that promise to tantalize your taste buds. The Pure Amped BLT with Pico De Gallo ($11.45) offers a delightful crunch paired with the zesty kick of pico, while the Orange Chicken Salad Wrap ($10.95) combines tender chicken with a refreshing twist. For those leaning towards vegetarian delights, the Vegetarian Panini with Pico De Gallo ($9.95) is a flavorful choice that you'll savor to the last bite.

If you're in the mood for something lighter, their Pure Classic Tomato Soup served with a Parm cheese crisp ($8.45) is simply divine, embodying comfort in a bowl. Pair it with the Chopped Salad with Herbaceous Dressing ($8.95) for a nutritious and satisfying meal. Every dish here is prepared with thoughtfulness and quality, reflecting the café's commitment to fresh food.

But the experience doesn’t stop at savory dishes. The selection of baked goods at Pure Cafe is nothing short of enchanting. Indulge in their decadent Brownies ($4.45) or try the Nanaimo Bars ($2.35) for a classic Canadian treat. For something unique, the Lunenburg Cranberry Bundt Cake ($4.65) is a must-try, rich with flavors that encapsulate the cozy essence of café dining.

Pure Cafe has already earned glowing reviews from patrons who have experienced its charm first-hand. Customer Sharon Hallam praises the café’s accessibility and warm ambiance, although she highlights a need for consistency in dish preparation. Meanwhile, Anup Kalsy describes it as a “hidden gem” worth a drive from Halifax, attesting to the quality of their coffee and the plethora of healthy options.

If you're looking for a place to enjoy good food, excellent coffee, and friendly service, Pure Cafe is not to be missed. The overall vibe is one of community, warmth, and a passion for serving delightful dishes. Make this café a stop on your next outing—whether you’re biking through the area, enjoying a family trip, or just in need of a cozy yet vibrant spot for your next coffee date.

Be sure to explore all that Pure Cafe has to offer and savor every moment!

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Outdoor seating
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fireplace
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Live music
Live performances
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Healthy options
Organic dishes
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sunday

08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

45 Reviews
Sharon Hallam

11 Sep 2025

Delightful cafe. They had the presence of mind to provide a lift for physically challenged customers. Food is fresh, simple. The reuban was a disappointment. Not enough meat....someone didn't do their research. I brought it to the attention if staff but despite my being a regular no effort was made to rectify the situation. It's a sweet coffee restaurant but the talk is the bizarre choice of tables and seating. Not comfortable at all.

Paula Zanello Antunes

30 Aug 2025

It's a 5 star café with great food. I just want to suggest something for the owners: the changing table in the bathroom is extremely high, I'm 1.63 cm and it was hard to change my baby while having my arms up that high. It's also on top of the toilet, so if I was there by myself and wanted to put my baby on it so I could use the toilet, I wouldn't be able to . My baby doesn't sit my himself yet and I didn't have my stroller.

Mireka Starr

28 Jul 2025

Came here today with my wife. We saw someone post about this new cafe online and decided to head out for a little drive to check it out. It’s a pretty big space, with big tables to sit at. It has nice big windows that allow the beautiful, natural light to come in. Staff were friendly, but we felt a bit rushed when we went to make our order. We didn’t know what we wanted before arriving and as we were looking at the menus to see what was available, the lady who served us seemed to be in a hurry for us to choose something. I think it’s important to note that it was not very busy when we were trying to decide, and we were the only ones making an order at the time. So, feeling like we had to rush and pick something, wasn’t great. We got the vibe that we were an inconvenience to the server, because we weren’t choosing something fast enough. In the end, I got a Vanilla Latte, which is one of my go-to’s. Since this was a newer place, I did go in wanting to try something new; but felt like I had to just pick something quickly. Because of this, I didn’t feel comfortable asking any questions about other drink options on the menu. On the other hand— The lady with the dark hair, who made our drinks, was very friendly and greeted us with smiles when giving us our drinks. As for the rest of our order— I also got a chicken sandwich (I believe was called the Creamy Hummas Chicken), and my wife got an Iced Latte with an almond flavour shot and we shared a brownie. My latte had great flavour, but was not hot. My wife stated that her iced latte was also great flavour wise, but she didn’t find it to be cold. This didn’t deter us, as we finished our drinks. We both loved the sandwich, which was also very flavourful and the hummus was delicious. The brownie was also amazing. Nice and moist, with the perfect amount of chocolate frosting. Highly recommend! The bathroom was very nice and clean! There is parking available. If busy, you might have to park on the road, which is still very close to the cafe.

Beth Carman

07 Jul 2025

I went by to be nosy, after watching them build this place for a couple years. Definitely did not disappoint. I had a beautiful chicken and orange Panini with almonds and a large latte. Great little cafe. There are also various items around the cafe that you can look at and pick up as a gift, very nice

Creedence

05 Jul 2025

I was invited with a few people and my young daughter for a late lunch after hearing about its recent opening. I ordered a few things from the menu to share of what was left after their lunch rush - I was sad to have missed the special! I didn’t know it was not made to order. Parking was easy, and they are accessible. The food tasted as great as it looked, especially the baked goods. I also got a London fog (w. a dairy free alternative and I believe also SF), very tasteful. It could’ve been hotter to enjoy longer but it was good nonetheless. Loved the environment and all the creative pieces surrounding the cafe — seemed to be a lot of local artists on the walls and shelves! The only things I noticed was the bathroom door was slightly confusing for myself, maybe it’s just me, small children may not know how to use it. Some of the bathroom necessities would also be out of reach for anyone small. They do have a kid-friendly corner with high chairs. Maybe a little wooden stool would be a great addition to the bathroom. There was whipped butter at the table but no crackers or buns with the soup ordered. Understandable now that maybe the butter is for baked goods (if asked for heated), a wrap or sandwich - they’re all premade and some are heated before being ready. However, upon asking about crackers or buns with the soup, they offered me some warm focaccia to enjoy with my soup and that was top tier. :) I asked about coffee refills, they’re not free, but I would just say that it’s an opportunity to try something new.

Anup Kalsy

05 Jul 2025

Amazing cafe I discovered on my bike ride today. Hidden gem on Porters Lake. Managed by owner Char and very friendly staff Nina. The coffee was too good and lots of healthy food options. It's worth driving all the way from Halifax for an amazing break. Highly recommended

shivani bhardwaj

28 Jun 2025

It was an amazing experience. We just went there to have coffee but ended up having a cookie and a wrap. All of them was really good. I enjoyed hazelnut flavor in my cappuccino.

Ryan Dean

24 May 2025

An absolutely stunning location with warm, welcoming staff who go above and beyond to create an engaging experience. The décor is tasteful and inviting, and the atmosphere strikes the perfect balance of comfort and charm. The food was exceptional, and every bite was full of flavor, and the coffee was among the best you’ll find. This place is a true hidden gem.

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