McKinley's Cafe – American
This sun-drenched neighborhood gem invites guests into a welcoming space where the comforting scent of toasted grains and savory broths sets the stage for a relaxed midday retreat. The kitchen transforms fresh ingredients into imaginative handhelds like the sweet-and-tangy Turkey Apricot wrap and the zest-filled Santa Fe, while classic scoops of house-made salads provide a nostalgic, soul-warming accompaniment to steaming bowls of soup. It is a place where artisanal flair meets hometown charm, offering a customizable dining experience that feels both deeply personal and effortlessly polished.
Main Street https://mckinleyscafe.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at McKinley's Cafe
Dairy-Free at McKinley's Cafe
McKinley's Cafe in Toronto has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scoop & Soup, Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Bowl) and Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at McKinley's Cafe
McKinley's Cafe in Toronto has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Soup of the Day (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at McKinley's Cafe
McKinley's Cafe in Toronto has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Salad, Scoop & Soup and Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at McKinley's Cafe
McKinley's Cafe in Toronto has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl), Sante Fe and Chef Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at McKinley's Cafe
McKinley's Cafe in Toronto has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at McKinley's Cafe
McKinley's Cafe in Toronto has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl) and Chef Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at McKinley's Cafe
McKinley's Cafe in Toronto has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at McKinley's Cafe
McKinley's Cafe in Toronto has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scoop & Soup, Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Bowl) and Soup of the Day (Bowl). 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 McKinley's Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Salad | 0 g | 76.6 g |
| Sante Fe | 27.5 g | 61.7 g |
| Spicy Roast Beef | 48.9 g | 43.6 g |
| Turkey Apricot Wrap | 92.8 g | 39.4 g |
| Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Cup) | 104.4 g | 38.8 g |
| Scoop Sandwich | 50.1 g | 36.5 g |
| Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Bowl) | 91.6 g | 36.1 g |
| Turkey & Swiss | 23.7 g | 34.8 g |
| Southwestern Chicken Salad | 32.5 g | 33.1 g |
| Chef Salad | 9 g | 31.7 g |
| Italian Melt | 48.5 g | 31.4 g |
| Club | 46.6 g | 29 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the impressive food quality and mouth-watering flavors, with many highlighting the freshness of every dish served. Celebrated for its inviting atmosphere and helpful service, the experience consistently leaves diners eager to return and explore more of the menu.
Menu
Sandwiches
- McKinley - $8: Walnut mayo, turkey, lettuce, apple, celery, wheat bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shelby - $8: Whipped cream cheese, cranberry, turkey, lettuce, wheat bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Apricot Wrap - $8: turkey, bacon, spinach, cream cheese, apricot preserves, flatbread wrap Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sante Fe - $8: Chipotle mayo, ham, provolone, lettuce, red onion, focaccia bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- 615 - $8: Chipotle mayo, turkey, ham, salami, provolone, black olives, banana peppers, onion, lettuce, Italian bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscany - $8: Turkey, parmesan, lettuce, Caesar dressing, focaccia Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club - $8: Ham, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, toasted white bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Build your own - $8: Choice of meat, bread, cheese, and toppings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scoop Sandwich - $7: Chicken Salad, Tuna Salad, Egg Salad, Benedictine, or Pimento Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scoop & Soup - $9.5: Any Scoop Sandwich & a cup of soup or Legendary Chili Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Paninis
- Turkey & Swiss - $8: Turkey, swiss, garlic butter, Italian bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tukey & Goat Cheese - $8: Goat cheese, turkey, sundried tomato, focaccia Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gouda & Turkey - $8: Cranberry-pecan mayo, turkey, gouda, tomato, bacon, focaccia Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Melt - $8: Ham, salami, red onion, tomato, provolone, Italian dressing, Italian bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artichoke & Pepper Jack - $8: Pepper Jack, artichokes, tomato, spinach, sourdough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Roast Beef - $8: Roast beef, cheddar, horseradish cream, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ham, Cheese, & Apple - $8: Ham, American cheese, Dijon mayo, apples, red onion, sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Firenze - $8: Sundried tomato, black olives, red onion, tomato, provolone, garlic butter, Italian bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscanini - $8: Turkey, Swiss, sundried tomato, Italian dressing, focaccia Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $8: Corned beef, Swiss, sauerkraut, Thousand Island, rye Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Southwestern Chicken Salad - $8.5: Iceberg, grilled chicken, roasted corn, black beans, salsa, shredded cheese & tortilla strips, chipotle ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Pineapple Salad - $8.5: Romaine, grilled chicken, pineapple, vine-ripened tomato, pecans, mozzarella, pineapple dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef Salad - $8.5: Green leaf lettuce, ham, turkey, shredded cheddar, veggies, ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Salad - $8.5: Iceberg, vine-ripened tomato, chili, shredded cheddar, sour cream, salsa, tortilla chips Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $8.5: Romaine, black olives, grilled chicken, feta, red onion, cucumber, vine-ripened tomato, red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Cup) - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Bowl) - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Cup) - $3.75: Fresh, chef crafted Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $5: Fresh, chef crafted Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Legendary Chili (Cup) - $4: Diced red onion, shredded cheddar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Legendary Chili (Bowl) - $5.5: Diced red onion, shredded cheddar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chips - $1.25: Regular Lays, BBQ, Baked Lays Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Salad - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Salad - $5: Choice of Ranch, Blue Cheese, Balsamic or Honey Mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Iced Tea - $2.25: Raspberry Tea, Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea
- Fresh Lemonade - $2.25
- Soda - $2.25: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite
- Bottled Water - $1.75
Frequently Asked Questions about McKinley's Cafe
- Is McKinley's Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. McKinley's Cafe has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scoop & Soup, Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Bowl) and Soup of the Day (Bowl).
- What can I eat at McKinley's Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Scoop & Soup, Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Bowl) and Soup of the Day (Bowl) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does McKinley's Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Scoop & Soup and Vine-ripened Tomato, Roasted Garlic & Basil Soup (Bowl).
- Is McKinley's Cafe gluten-free?
- 2 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 McKinley's Cafe?
- Taco Salad, at roughly 76.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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