Kanae Cafe – Japanese
Kanae Cafe transforms the classic cream puff into a vibrant work of art, where golden, crisp choux shells are piped to order with an array of ethereal, globally-inspired creams. From the earthy depth of Uji matcha and nutty chestnut to the bright, floral notes of lychee and yuzu, each pastry offers a delicate balance of crunch and silkiness. It is a whimsical destination for those seeking a refined sweet escape, where every bite celebrates the harmony of traditional French technique and bold, modern flavors.
Silver Star Boulevard +14163219090 https://kanaecafe.com/orderRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Kanae Cafe
Dairy-Free at Kanae Cafe
Kanae Cafe in Toronto has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sesame in Black Slice, Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice and Coconut Latte Slice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Kanae Cafe
Kanae Cafe in Toronto has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice, Coconut Latte Slice and Ube Meets Taro Slice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Kanae Cafe
Kanae Cafe in Toronto has 32 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coconut Latte Slice, Matcha Pudding and Fruit Island - 8 inch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Kanae Cafe
Kanae Cafe in Toronto has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ube Meets Taro Slice, Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice and Sesame in Black Slice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Kanae Cafe
Kanae Cafe in Toronto has 33 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coconut Latte Slice, Matcha Pudding and Fruit Island - 8 inch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Kanae Cafe
Kanae Cafe in Toronto has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Yuzu Cheese Cloud Slice, Caramel Pudding and Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Kanae Cafe
Kanae Cafe in Toronto has 20 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coconut Latte Slice, Fruit Island - 8 inch and Yuzu Cheese Cloud Slice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Kanae Cafe
Kanae Cafe in Toronto has 2 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice and Ube Meets Taro Slice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Kanae Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Earl Grey Pudding | 133.6 g | 14.3 g |
| Ube Cheesecake Cream Choux | 61.2 g | 10.7 g |
| Uji Matcha Cream Choux | 80.8 g | 10.5 g |
| Earl Grey Cream Choux | 66.8 g | 10.3 g |
| Very Berry Strawberry Cream Choux | 94.2 g | 8.6 g |
| Yuzu Cheese Cloud Slice | 20 g | 7.3 g |
| Coconut Latte Slice | 50 g | 6.8 g |
| Tiramisu | 54 g | 6 g |
| Chestnut Cream Choux | 85.2 g | 5.9 g |
| Yuzu Cream Choux | 46.1 g | 4.9 g |
| Caramel Crunch Mountain Slice | 47.7 g | 4.1 g |
| Caramel Pudding | 8.3 g | 3.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its consistency and reliable lunch service, guests highlight the dependable atmosphere that comfortably meets expectations for a casual midday meal. Frequent visitors appreciate the straightforward and decent environment, noting it as a solid, recurring choice for a relaxed outing with partners.
Menu
Signature Cream Choux
Japanese-inspired crunchy cream puffs with various fillings.
- Chestnut Cream Choux - $4: Chestnut diplomat cream, chestnut puree, candied chestnut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Hazelnut Praline Cream Choux - $4: Hazelnut custard filling, hazelnut praline, caramelia feuilletine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Jasmine Cream Choux - $4: Jasmine custard filling, green tea chocolate, mascarpone cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Lychee Cream Choux - $4: Lychee custard filling, white chocolate, lychee pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Mango Cream Choux - $4: Mango custard filling, mascarpone cream, mango pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Uji Matcha Cream Choux - $4: Green tea custard filling, green tea chocolate, sweet red bean Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Nama Chocolate Cream Choux - $4: Nama chocolate filling, whipped chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Pistachio Raspberry Cream Choux - $4: Pistachio custard filling, cassis raspberry jam, mascarpone cream, baked pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Yuzu Cream Choux - $4: Yuzu custard cream, yuzu chocolate, lemon zest Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ube Cheesecake Cream Choux - $4: Ube custard filling, purple chocolate, ube basque cheesecake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Pumpkin Mochi Cream Choux - $4: Pumpkin custard and mochi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Very Berry Strawberry Cream Choux - $4: Strawberry diplomat cream, raspberry chocolate glaze, freeze dried raspberry, strawberry jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Earl Grey Cream Choux - $4: Earl Grey custard filling, chocolate ganache, Earl Grey chantilly cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kanae Mini Bucket - $11.5: About 15 pieces of mini vanilla cookie choux Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Cake Slices
Individual slices of our signature Japanese cakes.
- Tiramisu - $8.75: Traditional coffee-flavored Italian dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fruit Island Slice - $7.85: Fruit shortcake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Matcha Meets Red Bean Slice - $7.85: Matcha, red bean, and black sesame praline Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Caramel Crunch Mountain Slice - $7.85: Caramel and cocoa crunch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ube Meets Taro Slice - $7.85: Ube and taro layers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Nama Choco Oreo Slice - $7.85: Nama chocolate and Oreo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Kyoho Grape Gelée Slice - $7.85: Kyoho grape shortcake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Sesame in Black Slice - $7.85: Black sesame mochi cake Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice - $7.85: Chestnut and Earl Grey chiffon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Yuzu Cheese Cloud Slice - $7.85: Yuzu rare cheesecake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Coconut Latte Slice - $7.85: Coconut and coffee flavors Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Whole Cakes
Whole cakes available for pre-order or special occasions.
- Soufflé Cheese Cake - 6 inch - $28: Moist and light texture with rich cheese aroma Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Basque Cheesecake - 6 inch - $28: Traditional burnt-top cheesecake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fruit Island - 6 inch - $48: Fruit shortcake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fruit Island - 8 inch - $68: Fruit shortcake Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Puddings
Light and silky Japanese-style puddings.
- Caramel Pudding - $5.5: Silky pudding with caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Matcha Pudding - $5.5: Silky pudding made with organic ceremonial matcha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Coffee Pudding - $5.5: Coffee infused silky pudding Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Earl Grey Pudding - $5.5: Earl Grey tea infused silky pudding Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanae Cafe
- Is Kanae Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Kanae Cafe has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sesame in Black Slice, Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice and Coconut Latte Slice.
- What can I eat at Kanae Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Sesame in Black Slice, Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice and Coconut Latte Slice carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Kanae Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Ube Meets Taro Slice and Chestnut Earl Grey Chiffon Slice.
- Is Kanae Cafe gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Kanae Cafe?
- Earl Grey Pudding, at roughly 14.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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