The Porch Light — Kid-friendly Family Eats in Toronto, Ontario
The Porch Light is a welcoming bistro and cafe on Kingston Road that offers a relaxed atmosphere for families to enjoy a meal or coffee.
What to expect
This spot is a good option for parents looking for a casual dining experience with a menu that includes bistro fare and coffee shop favorites. While not specifically designed for children, its cafe and restaurant type suggests it can accommodate families seeking a bite to eat. The Google rating indicates a generally positive experience for patrons.
Best for
Ideal for a casual family meal or a coffee break when you're in the Kingston Road area.
What parents say
Mark Hiles
2019-8-10
This little gem is a beautiful place to go eat some fresh food and drink some wonderful coffee ☕️ we really enjoyed it time here surrounded by bright displays of art and photography by local photographers and artists. The place had a warming feel to it and the staff serving was exceptional and she tended to our every need with a smile. The food was hot and cooked fresh (with meat cooked to taste) and the fries, I’d never tried anything quite like these fries. I’m coming back to Canada from the up and will definitely be coming back to see you soon. 5* for sure. Head over to this lovely shop
Michael Featherstone
2024-4-6
Got the eggs Bennie and the PL salad with chicken (pretty sure it's canned chicken), coffee and Macha tea $44 b4 tip. The food was average at best, the service was terrible. Also the walls were dirty. I will not be returning.
Jacob Bardwell
Nice little sandwich shop with somewhat reasonable prices (about $15/sandwich after tax). I highly recommend the club sandwich or Reuben But recommend avoiding the pulled chicken and cauliflower sandwiches due to them being bland especially compared to the rest of the menu which is burst with fresh flavors
Ryan Reid
2024-9-28
Where do I begin? The customer service was kind and frequent, the atmosphere was cozy and the food was delicious. The cup of tea I had was also fantastic. Definitely want to come and try their dinner menu one day, I came for their lunch where I had a Roast Beef Sandwich and my partner had a Pulled Chicken Sandwich, both of which were delectable. The water jug even said "Love" on it.
Rachael
2025-1-14
Great atmosphere though I wish there was more background sound or music because I could hear others conversations and vice versa. Service is excellent! Egg breakfast sandwich was subpar, lacked real kick/flavour. Wish the English muffin was toasted and needed a sauce or aioli. Roast beef sandwich is highly recommended. Butternut squash soup wasn’t very special. Overall, great healthy options here for a warm nice meal!
