
The idea for Cliffhanger Café was born from a simple yet profound desire: to bring a taste of European warmth and the joy of shared experience to Sarnia, Ontario. We wanted a place where the rain outside only made the indoors cozier, a place where time slowed down, and the next move—in a game or in life—felt exciting.
That desire led us to the Danish concept of "hygge" (pronounced hoo-gah). More than just coziness, hygge is about finding joy in simple moments, fostering connection, and creating an intimate atmosphere. It’s the feeling of relaxing with friends, the steam from a perfect drink warming your hands, and the friendly tension of a tabletop showdown. That is the feeling we’ve built the Cliffhanger Café around.
We are a European-style board game café, specializing in modern, high-quality board games—from quick-witted card games to immersive strategy epics. But a great game needs great fuel!
Our kitchen is centered on simple, delicious comfort. We serve up gourmet paninis, freshly baked goods, and hearty breakfast options to keep your energy up for those multi-hour games. We take our drinks seriously, too. Our coffee and lattes are made using our own in-house roasted beans, ensuring every sip is rich and aromatic. For a different kind of lift, we offer vibrant matcha and a sophisticated selection of international teas, and cocktails to celebrate a victory or toast a good attempt.
At Cliffhanger Café, every visit is an invitation to pause, connect, and enjoy the moment. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for the perfect spot to enjoy a latte and a panini, pull up a chair. The next chapter is waiting for you.


Our team consists of experienced baristas that are dedicated to providing the best possible experience for our customers. We believe that great food and drinks start with great people, and we are proud to have such a talented and passionate team.

Our menu features a variety of dishes and drinks. From our signature house-roasted coffee blends to paninis, pastries and sandwiches, we have something for everyone. We also offer vegan and gluten-free options.
Made with our house-roasted beans
International Teas served per cup or per pot, we also have packaged bags of our teas for sale in our retail section!
Izu Premium Matcha is naturally grown on the Izu peninsula near Tokyo, from traditional tencha leaves that are shaded towards the end of the growing period to produce the richest flavor and a deep green vibrancy. A high quality traditional Matcha with a vibrant green color and fine, light consistency. JAPAN
Sweet and spicy, Coconut Vanilla Chai starts with a base of quality South African rooibos, then has added heaps of coconut, along with cinnamon and ginger. This chai blend is caffeine free. GERMANY
Lychee is an exotic tropical fruit that is incredibly popular in Asia! In ancient China, the lychee was a symbol for love, beauty, well-being, and sensuality! Studies have shown that black tea can help prevent cancer- it contains anti-cancer properties polyphenols. It kills off cancer causing cells while leaving healthy cells unaffected. CHINA
A simple blend of delicious Ceylon black tea from Sri Lanka, enhanced by the addition of fragrant and naturally sourced oil of bergamot. Bergamot oil is ultra complementary, and is what gives Earl Grey it's citrusy depth that is key to making Earl Grey taste the way it should! SRI LANKA
Fine Ceylon black tea from Sri Lanka, and aged Pu’erh from China’s Yunnan province, with highly fragrant bergamot oil and added a touch of vanilla and cream flavor! Bergamot oil is what gives Earl Grey it's classic citrussy taste, and it is simply delightful with the addition of earthy pu’erh. CANADA
This is a luxurious blend of Ceylon black tea from Sri Lanka, with the addition of highly fragrant and naturally sourced bergamot oil. Bergamot oil is ultra complementary and is what gives Earl Grey its classic flavor note, which is key to making Earl Grey taste the way it should. SRI LANKA
Pure, refreshing and rejuvenating flavour full of natural oils! Peppermint is cooling, fresh, aromatic and healing. This Peppermint Green Tea has a naturally strong flavour, and fragrant aroma, because of the high levels of menthol preserved in the peppermint leaf after it is dried. GERMANY
House Blend is a beautiful burgundy coloured fruit tea of orange, lemongrass, tangerine and grapefruit over lively black tea. Citrus takes the lead in our zingy, full-flavoured house blend with a touch of ginger with eucalyptus to add that classic fresh herbal note. CANADA
Full of juicy, fresh-picked peach flavoUr and sweetness, this caffeine-free peachy blend features apple, carrot, pineapple, peach, and rose petals for a beautiful herbal blend with a delectable peachy taste reminiscent of an aromatic peach dessert- GERMANY
A garden inspired trio of lush blackberries, red raspberries and dried strawberries are the anti-oxidant rich summer berries that highlight our Grandma's Garden hibiscus based herbal tea. Tart, bold and juicy, just like a vine ripened summer blackberry! CANADA
Lemon is blended with pure hibiscus leaf and real raspberry and chamomile have been added o deliver an over-the-top fresh and fruity infusion. Undeniably fresh, tart, and lemony. This caffeine-free blend is hydrating, and exactly as you’d expect; super fresh with bold lemon taste and a tart freshness from real raspberry pieces scattered throughout the blend! CANADA
This blend includes the most powerful teas that are beneficial for weight loss and lowering unhealthy levels of cholesterol in the body. Its flavour is light, pure, and wonderfully delicious! It tastes like a floral green tea, with honey-like sweetness and strawberries! CANADA
Gut Feeling tea is a blend of Pu'erh tea with healing turmeric, dandelion and ginger, with a fresh juicy peach and sweet apple flavor. Our anti-inflammatory wellness Gut Feeling tea blend is crafted to soothe digestive issues. Turmeric and ginger steal the show as they soothe an upset stomach and provide healing anti-inflammatory properties. CANADA
Pineapple Mojito is incredibly refreshing and unique; A reinvented beloved cocktail as a fruit tea blend of pineapple, lemon, and peppermint. Enjoy Ernest Hemingway’s favourite drink with a juicy golden pineapple twist! GERMANY
The beautiful blossom unfurls and displays young green tea adorned with two jasmine towers and a pink carnation flower center. Its flavour is delicate green tea, and full mango flavour. CHINA
The beautiful blossom unfurls and displays fine green tea adorned with white jasmine flowers and a lovely carnation center. Passionfruit Potion artfully combines the sweet tropical flavor of fresh passionfruit with the distinctive taste of Chinese jasmine tea. CHINA
The beautiful blossom unfurls and displays fine green tea adorned with a luxurious carnation flower. Its flavoUr is fresh green tea, and full of delicate fragrant strawberry flavour. CHINA
The beautiful blossom unfurls and displays fine black tea adorned with a mini tower of bright flowers. Its flavor is sweet and peachy, with delicate honey and black tea. CHINA
The beautiful blossom unfurls and displays fine green tea adorned with two flower towers- starting with a yellow center, a pink carnation and jasmine. Its flavor is full of sweet pineapple flavor and delicate jasmine green tea. CHINA
ALL PANINIS COME WITH A SIDE OF KETTLE CHIPS AND PICKLE. GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE ON TOASTED GLUTEN FREE BREAD.
Turkey, brie, arugula and cranberry mayo grilled on a ciabatta bun.
Buffalo sauce, white cheddar, chicken, mayo and tomato grilled on a ciabatta bun.
Chicken or turkey, tomato, havarti, mayo and pesto grilled on a ciabatta bun.
Triple grilled cheese - white cheddar, havarti, mayo and brie grilled on a ciabatta bun.
Roasted red pepper, havarti, hummus, mayo, zucchini, arugula and tomato grilled on a ciabatta bun. (Vegan - no havarti or mayo)
Honey, peach, arugula, brie, white cheddar and mayo grilled on a ciabatta bun.
Strawberries, Bananas, Milk, Yogurt.
Pineapple, mango, banana, coconut water, tumeric.
Pineapple, shredded coconut, banana, yogurt, milk.
Blueberries, banana, yogurt, milk.
Strawberries, pineapple, honey, yogurt, milk.
Blueberries, banana, honey, matcha, milk.
Tumeric, spirulina, spinach, whey protein, vegan protein, milk sub options.
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1362 Lambton Mall Road, Sarnia, ON, Canada
Mon | 09:00 a.m. – 08:00 p.m. | |
Tue | 09:00 a.m. – 08:00 p.m. | |
Wed | 09:00 a.m. – 08:00 p.m. | |
Thu | 09:00 a.m. – 08:00 p.m. | |
Fri | 09:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. | |
Sat | 09:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. | |
Sun | 10:00 a.m. – 05:00 p.m. |
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