OpenStudio Art Cafe

This is one of the most welcoming places in the Nautical Village, Pickering. I love the feeling I get when I walk into the place and am always greeted with a great big smile. Great cappuccinos, etc.and there’s always something yummy to eat. Michele and Tyler always treat everyone with respect and kindness and make everyone feel special. Special events at the cafe are an added bonus, from open-mic Friday nights, Music on the Porch by many excellent musicians that we have come to know and love. It doesn’t hurt that this cafe is in a perfect location, just a few minutes from the beautiful lake and lakefront. What more can one ask for? Visit the cafe and you can see for yourself all the things there is to love about it! My safe and happy place!

This is by far my favorite spot for a perfect Friday night open mic and jam along with super-talented fellow musicians, lovely fans intimate crowd, great friends! Warm welcoming atmosphere, I love it when new acts are surprisingly presented. Not to mention the established artists playing on the porch over the weekends, weather allowed, or inside. Not only music, but also painting events, all-dressed up wine tasting with live piano background. A very inclusive crowd, my retreat in Durham region music circle. Service is nothing less than family level hospitality, Michele and Tyler will prepare any preferred hot beverage that soothes your soul. Artist friendly spot, sport lovers favorite stop by spot, just by the lake in a tourist favorite area. As I said, perfect!

Very friendly owner! Good coffee and place! Fair price!

I thought I rated this cute place last month…but the rates went to Starbucks. I don’t know what happened. Finally I found you back! And you really deserve a great review

Honestly it's a very cute cafe and the only one right by the water. The coffee wasn't that great but the brownie was amazing. It's a bit expensive - overall it's a cute place and we would go back!

Used to come here during the pandemic because I wanted to support local business. Plus it was an excuse to get out of the house when working from home. The coffee they use is pretty decent, I use it myself, though I have a recently changed brands. The owner is super nice and remembers faces. The food is about what you would expect as a coffee shop, I personally enjoyed the coffee pastries. The only criticism I have is the price was a bit high at least when I was going, not sure what it is now. The service was a little slow, I usually would only go in the middle of the day when there wasn't other people. I personally don't mind myself, but you might wanna consider taking the taataa's off the wall. Lots of people come by with their kids, some more sensitive to that sort of thing than others. Otherwise, the place is a solid local coffee shop. I definitely miss it after moving.

One of the very few coffee shops in Pickering that isn’t a Timmies or Starbucks.
Espresso-based drinks were good. Tried the muffin and peanut butter cookie which was good as well. Overall, it was a good mom&pop cafe experience.

I have been visiting this café periodically for years. Always great service and coffee. The café has an art and welcoming décor. Ideal location for many at Pickering waterfront.

Great little shop. Clean and friendly staff. Place is clean. Staff is friendly, but also clean I’m sure.

Dimly lit place with terrible ambience. The girl that served us looked like she didn’t want to be there, the food/drinks were way too overpriced and bland (the Nutella milkshake was not worth it at all). Could get better drinks at the timmies down the road for cheaper. Would not recommend this cafe

Way too expensive for what you get.
No value for the price you are paying: (
Nice, friendly atmosphere, but pricing is in the stratosphere!

My Mom and I had a coffee and late lunch snack. The person that served us was great and the little patio along with food and coffee made for a very pleasant experience. Will be back soon!

I got the vegan banana espresso shake and the coconut macaroon square and both were so spectacular but for 2 items not worth $19.actually insane pricing.the inside of the cafe is not cute the outside is nice.would not go again.

Had 2 coffees and a bite to eat. Seemed a bit high price wise but excellent ambience. Bring patience if there is a line.

I was craving delicious coffee and decided to try somewhere new. I got an iced Americano (I believe. I didn't fully pay attention, I just asked for an iced coffee.) I added oat milk at no extra charge. This place didn't disappoint. It was delicious and I'll definitely be back. Side note: I went on Saturday afternoon in the summer, so finding parking in this area took some time.

Nice ambiance.very cozy and appealing to all who want a break or concentrate on their artistic work.

Lovely place and fantastic coffee. Friendly service, and a solid number of snack and food choices. We will be back the next time we are in the area.

Yummy amazing coffee and espresso on the coolest little street in Pickering. Nice patio seating outside too! Highly recommended. Also part of Ontario by Bike.