Katy's Cafe

38-48 Pittsburgh - Buffalo Hwy, Ellicottville, NY 14731, United States
+1 716-699-8860
$$$ Coffee shop , Breakfast restaurant
(709 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Katy's Cafe at 38-48 Pittsburgh - Buffalo Hwy in Ellicottville offers a comfortable spot for those looking to enjoy a solid breakfast or a casual midday meal. This coffee shop and breakfast restaurant blends a steady stream of locals and visitors who’ve come into town for a getaway or a quick bite after a visit to the nearby casino.

The atmosphere here feels lively but unpretentious, a bit bustling especially during peak weekend mornings—as you might expect in a popular breakfast nook near town’s main strip. The service tends to keep pace with the crowd; busy times can mean a little wait, but the staff remain friendly and attentive, with baristas who keep the coffee flowing and customers smiling.

Breakfast is the focus, made evident by a menu stacked with hearty options. Regulars appreciate Katy’s Breakfast Sandwich and the variety of paninis, like the Chute or Happy Wanderer, which come with chips or side salads. Those craving something heartier often opt for steak and eggs or the breakfast burrito, which carries a bit of spice and personality. The use of fresh fruit and thoughtful touches—like homemade chili or a mixed berry smoothie—add a local, fresh feel.

Visitors tend to come here in the morning or around lunchtime, making it a convenient stop for those arriving from Buffalo or setting out to explore the village. The casual vibe makes it a good spot to fuel up before a day on the slopes in winter or before wandering the shops and trails in warmer months.

People here are often in for a relaxed meal that doesn’t rush the morning, whether it’s catching up with friends over French Toast Muffins or grabbing a quick coffee and sandwich before heading out. Katy's feels like a welcoming spot for both families and solo diners, with plenty of easygoing chatter and the kind of breakfast comfort food that’s satisfying without being fussy.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Good for working on laptop
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

709 Reviews
Danielle Godin

03 Dec 2025

This place is AWESOME. I never do google reviews but this place blew me and my boyfriend out of the waters. Great food, service, and atmosphere. Fantastic. Can’t complain about a thing. We came to Ellicotville for a small town getaway trip thinking of trying out the different restaurants. What ended up happening was we came here every single day for breakfast and lunch. They have a huge variety menu of not only food but drinks. It’s all you could ever need for a clean, cozy, homestyle meal. Portions are amazing and you get what you pay for. The drink specials were INCREDIBLE. we tried the Bananas Foster Frappe and it was like nothing we ever had before. Perfect blend of banana, cinnamon, chocolate, and just yumminess I can’t describe. All the workers are so incredibly kind and welcoming. I’ve never felt so welcomed at a cute brunch place like this. P.S. if you’re a coffee or tea lover, this place will have you running back to it everyday!

Brandon Morrow

28 Nov 2025

Red was an amazing barista and server. She never stopped moving, extremely friendly, and quick on her feet. Food and coffee was great!

T Cuomo

26 Nov 2025

We are here at the casino and decided to venture out for breakfast.. And are we glad we did! Katy's is super nice café, the food was really good the service was also really good and the atmosphere was really good as well, I had French Toast it was really good my wife had the Lucky Burrito and it also was delicious and it has a little spice to it I like! We would revist this place anytime we are in the area. Highly recommended

Primalplow

01 Nov 2025

I had a great, relaxing experience. The food was tasty, and so was the coffee. I have two eggs, sunny side up and sunflower bread toast with just the right amount of butter. The server was pleasant and delightful.

M. Klein

26 Oct 2025

Katy's Cafe was super busy on our visit. This made for longer service times which was to be expected given the volume. The food however when it came out was tasty and enjoyable. It's always a plus when they use fresh fruit. Very conveniently located right at the start of the strip when you enter Ellicottville (from Buffalo).

Nichole DuPont

28 Sep 2025

The cafe was cute and convenient being downtown of Ellicottville. The service was fast and great. The food was delicious and coffee was perfect. They had enough seating to sit down and enjoy breakfast or to come in and grab coffee. Glad we stopped by to check it out!

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