Welcome

At the Pie Plate Bakery & Cafe, the first choice of ingredients is always local and everything is made from scratch. This hidden gem located in the Village of Virgil, uses locally-sourced produce in the creation of its tastebud-pleasing assortment of Niagara fruit pies, pastries and desserts.

This country-style bakery and cafe also serves one of a kind sandwiches, gourmet thin crust pizzas, local wine and a baker's dozen of other treats that will leave you coming back for more.

More than just a cafe, The Pie Plate aims to create a culinary experience showcasing the best Niagara has to offer in a casual and welcoming environment. The Pie Plate proudly serve local wines.

We are open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 9pm; Sunday 10 am - 4 pm; closed Mondays

What's Happening

Wine and Herb Festival
Five weekends in May the 21 Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake are featuring a herb-themed food pairing matched to a premium VQA wine selected to highlight the flavour and aroma of the herb.

The Pie Plate is pairing up with Lailey Vineyard which is serving their 2008 Vidal with our fennel strudel. For tickets and more details about the Festival visit www.wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com.

Above The Pie Plate Guest Rental

Imagine waking to the aroma of homemade sticky cinnamon buns, tasting award-winning wines or sampling Niagara's world famous cuisine. Above The Pie Plate is a cozy, private accommodation housed in the former homestead of George Lawrence, one of the founders of Lawrenceville (later to be renamed the Village of Virgil).

Built in the early 1800's, the house still features original wide plank wood floors, a fieldstone foundation and antique furniture and light fixtures. Decorated with warm, vibrant colours in a French country style, your host has created a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere for guests to enjoy their stay. The private entrance landing has a cozy place to sit while watching the sunset or enjoying your morning cappuccino while taking in the aromas of the home bakery below.