About Us

Who We Are

Located in the heart of Frankford, Old Bank Café is a cozy, European-inspired café set inside a beautifully restored historic bank building. Blending heritage charm with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, our café offers a unique space where guests can gather, relax, and connect.

Known for our high-quality coffee, homemade food, and thoughtfully prepared menu, Old Bank Café features a mix of fresh soups, sandwiches, baked goods, and European-inspired treats, with options to suit a variety of dietary preferences. In the warmer months, our scenic riverside patio provides the perfect backdrop for enjoying a meal or drink outdoors. More than just a place to eat, Old Bank Café is a welcoming gathering spot that reflects the character and charm of the Quinte West community.

Our Story

Every corner of Old Bank Café holds a piece of history. From its origins as a bank in the late 1800s to the welcoming space it is today, this building has always been part of the community’s story. Explore the timeline below to see how it all unfolded.

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Molson's Bank was built on the foundation of the colonial store in the late 1800's. This is when using the corner of the building as an entrance began.

1800's

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In the early 1860's, the building currently known as the Old Bank Cafe was a colonial store. It was known as the local general store - selling practical and essential everyday items. Sadly, the building burned down - cause unknown; leaving behind only the foundation of the building.

1860's

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From 1916-1970, the building was utilized by the Bank of Montreal. Though the bank moved into the building across the street, they kept the original building until 1976 - likely for file storage.

1916-1970

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In 1976 the building was sold to lawyer based out of Toronto, and he proceeded to lease it out to many businesses as the years passed - notably, an insurance building that utilized the building up until 1990.

1976

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In 2011, Pavla Hoca bought the building and spent the next seven years renovating it into the space we all know and love - the Old Bank Café. The coffee shop opened on May 10, 2019.

2011

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In June of 2026, Old Bank Café was sold to Zack Talsma. Zack is excited to take over a business that is so well loved by the community and is looking to build on this foundation; continuing to grow and evolve the cafe while keeping the same level of quality and experience that people have grown to expect of the Old Bank.

2026

Awards

Over the years, our cafe has been honoured with a number of awards that celebrate our food, service, and atmosphere. Each one is a testament to the support of our amazing community.