It’s getting hot. What better way to cool off (and survive a summer with the kids) than with a tasty to-do list? Here are 12 places to get iced coffee and other iced bevies in Durham Region’s downtowns.
1. Downtown Beaverton: Cool Cow
Although not specifically iced coffee, the Cool Cow does make cold drinks like ripe raspberry, juicy orange or iced coffee sorbet milkshakes. They can be made with regular or lactose-free milk. Perfect for a summer day. Plus, they also serve ice cream!
Source: Cool Cow
2. Downtown Bowmanville: Roam Coffee
62 King Street West, Bowmanville
From their cold brew options to their “spring fling” drink, there is a lot to choose from newly opened Roam Coffee located in Markets.
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3. Downtown Brooklin: The Goodberry
From iced matcha lattes to iced mochas and iced caramel macchiatos, The Goodberry in Downtown Brooklin has something for all cold drink lovers.
Source: The Good Berry
4. Downtown Cannington: The Social Grounds
1 Cameron Street West, Cannington
The Social Grounds is a must-stop in quaint downtown Cannington. Stop by for breakfast and lunch and enjoy the vibe of this charming main street café.
Source: The Social Grounds
5. Downtown Newcastle: Buddha Belly Bakery
29 King Avenue East, Newcastle
If you haven’t stopped by the Buddha Belly Bakery, you are missing out. All of their products are gluten and dairy free! Iced maple latte? Yes please!
Source: Buddha Belly Bakery
6. Downtown Oshawa: Cork & Bean
With a wide variety of hot and iced drinks, Cork & Bean also offers savory and sweet food options. Grab an iced coffee and enjoy their patio.
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7. Pickering Nautical Village: Open Studio Art Café
With a beautiful porch and sidewalk patio, the Open Studio Art Café is a place to get inspired with their art gallery setting. Keep an eye out for their live music events so you can sip and savour during a summer concert.
Source: Open Art Studio Café
8. Pickering Village: Bean and Basket
62 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village
Featuring locally-made gifts and eco-friendly home solutions, Bean and Basket also offers a quaint café with your new favourites like iced vanilla, iced maple or iced matcha lattes.
Source: Bean and Basket
9. Downtown Port Perry: That Place on Queen
Coffee lovers smoothie anyone? That Place on Queen’s iced beverage is perfect for an afternoon of window shopping in picturesque Port Perry. With flavours like coffee, banana, peanut butter and chocolate, there is no wrong choice.
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10. Downtown Port Perry: Nexus Coffee Company
Nexus Coffee Company is a Port Perry staple. With direct trade coffees, premium teas and sweet treats like authentic handmade French macarons, there is something for everyone. Perhaps even more than one something.
Source: Nexus Coffee Company
11. Downtown Sunderland: River Street Café
From fresh local bagels to endless coffee options, the River Street Café is a gorgeous place to get your iced coffee fix. Pair it with one of their yummy cookies while you sip your way around sweet Sunderland.
Source: Durham Tourism
12. Downtown Whitby: Brock Street Espresso
131 Brock Street South, Whitby
Brock Street Espresso is a downtown Whitby gem. From gelato to baked goods, and of course, the best coffee you’ve ever had, it’s a great place to stop by to get your iced coffee fix.
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