Cornwall, ON – A warm new addition to Cornwall’s downtown has officially opened its doors. Craftman’s Cafe, founded by Rahet Bhamra (RB) and Prabhjeet Singh Bhamra (JB), is now welcoming customers at its new location on Second Street East.
The name Craftman’s Cafe pays homage to the Punjabi Sikh community’s heritage, drawing inspiration from the craftsmanship for which the Punjabi region of India is well known. With this spirit in mind, the cafe offers more than just food and drink – it creates a space rooted in culture, comfort, and community.
Located at 35 A Second Street East, Craftman’s Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, freshly in-house baked treats, and, most importantly, coffee. The cozy interior and friendly service aim to provide a welcoming environment where patrons can relax, connect, and enjoy delicious offerings.
RB and JB bring over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry to their new venture. Both completed their bachelor’s degrees in Hotel Management in India before moving to Canada. After studying Food & Beverage Management at Algonquin College, they worked at renowned establishments such as Fairmont and Brookstreet Hotel. Their extensive experience in both commercial and small restaurant kitchens has now culminated in the launch of their own cafe. “We bring lots of experience in the industry along with a blend of our own roots from Punjab”, says JB.
The cafe, spanning 1,800 square feet, officially opened on May 9th, 2025, with a grand opening planned for May 31st. Rahat and Prabhjeet Singh’s vision for the cafe is to continue serving coffee and expand the operating hours starting in July and serve a wider variety of food and drink options.
“We are thankful for the amazing and loving response we got from Cornwall. We hope to continue providing a space like home to enjoy great food and drinks.”
Craftman’s Cafe is open Monday to Saturday 8:30 am to 7:00 pm and Sunday 9 am to 5 pm. They can be reached by email at craftmanscafe@gmail.com or by phone at 613-263-4737 or 819-319-9594
You can follow them on social media:
- Facebook: Craftman’s Cafe Facebook
- Instagram: Craftman’s Cafe Instagram
