Coffee
351 Water Street · St. John's NL

BorealCafé

Where every cup tells a story — artisan coffee, locally sourced, crafted with love in the heart of downtown St. John's, Newfoundland.

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7:30 AM Daily
Artisan CoffeeLocally Sourced 351 Water StreetFreshly Baked St. John's NLOpen 7:30 AM Nitro Cold BrewBoreal Café Artisan CoffeeLocally Sourced 351 Water StreetFreshly Baked St. John's NLOpen 7:30 AM Nitro Cold BrewBoreal Café
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Since 2024
Our Story

A Warm Corner
on Water Street

Nestled in the heart of downtown St. John's, Boreal Café is your sanctuary from the Atlantic chill — a warm, inviting space where great coffee meets genuine Newfoundland hospitality.

We believe in quality you can taste: locally sourced ingredients, artisan brewing techniques, and pastries baked fresh every single morning.

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Locally Sourced
Supporting Newfoundland producers daily
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Artisan Coffee
Expert baristas & specialty blends
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Baked Fresh Daily
Pastries made every morning in-house
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Downtown Heart
Iconic Water St — soul of St. John's
Signature Drinks

Crafted with Passion

— Our signature collection —

Espresso
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Dark Roast
DarkEspresso
Intense, unforgettable. Bold, rich, and perfectly extracted every time.
$3.00
Latte
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Signature Blend
HazelnutLatte
Warm, comforting. Velvety espresso meets steamed milk with a hazelnut kiss.
$4.40
Cold Brew
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Premium Cold
NitroCold Brew
Smooth, silky, cascading. Nitrogen-infused cold brew — a glass of pure magic.
$4.80
Matcha
04
Ceremonial Grade
MatchaLatte
Earthy, bright, smooth. Ceremonial-grade matcha with steamed oat milk.
$3.90
Coffee beans
Masterfully Roasted

The Perfect Grind

"We coax out the hidden flavours of every bean. The heat is our brush, the bean our canvas — witness the transformation from raw potential to aromatic perfection."

What Guests Say

Real Reviews

★★★★★
"The Canadiano was delicious, and the Nutella Latte was excellent! This place is a hidden gem on Water Street."
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Local Guest
Google Review · St. John's NL
★★★★★
"I stopped in for a flat white and it was absolutely delicious. So cozy — the perfect place to relax after shopping."
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Coffee Lover
Google Review · St. John's NL
★★★★★
"The turkey dressing sandwich was hands down the best sandwich I've ever had at a café. I'll definitely be back!"
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Food Enthusiast
Wanderboat · Newfoundland
Opening Hours

When to Visit

Monday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

⚠️ Hours may vary on holidays. Call ahead to confirm.

Location & Contact

Come Find Us

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Address
351 Water St, St John's NL A1C 1C2
Downtown St. John's, Newfoundland
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Phone
(709) 552-4809
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Getting Here
Iconic Water Street · Street parking · 5 min walk from harbour
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Book a Table

Walk-ins are always welcome! For groups or special occasions, send a request and we'll make sure everything is perfect for you.

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Call Us
(709) 552-4809
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Hours
Mon–Fri from 7:30 AM · Weekends from 8:00 AM
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