# Contemporary Urban Bistros Toronto's Cafe Cancan Gives a Fresh Take on French Eatery By Amy Duong | Published 2018-04-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafe-cancan References: [cafecancan](https://www.cafecancan.com/) & [cafecancan](https://www.cafecancan.com/press/) [Cafe Cancan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafe-franois) is located at the heart of Toronto and is a beautifully designed [French Bistro-style restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-bistro) designed by Tiffany Pratt and built by Ernst Wallner. The name of the cafe is intended to represent that high-energy dance that became popular during the 1840s, and continues to be popular in French cabaret practices in modern day. The concept of Cafe Cancan is a fresh new take on what's known to be a [French dining experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-concept), but in Toronto. This concept is translated through the design colors and textures to recall the European aesthetics. Pratt explains that she wanted to exude a feeling of lightness for guests, and incorporated textures that have the eyes of visitors wandering. There are several menu options at Cafe Cancan, with food selections for brunch, lunch, dinner, and occasionally, themed menus -- currently, the restaurant has a Mother's Day catered menu. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Contemporary Urban Bistros:** Opportunity for restaurants to reimagine traditional dining experiences in urban areas with modern aesthetics and unique menu options. - **Fresh Take on French Cuisine:** Disruptive opportunity for restaurants to offer a new perspective on French dining by infusing elements of local culture and flavors. - **Themed Menus and Events:** Innovation potential for restaurants to create themed menus and events for special occasions, enticing customers with unique dining experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality Industry:** The hospitality industry can explore new ways to attract customers by reimagining traditional dining experiences. - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants can tap into the market by offering fresh takes on popular cuisines, like French cuisine with a twist of local flavors. - **Event Planning Industry:** The event planning industry can collaborate with restaurants to create themed menus and events, providing customers with memorable and immersive experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Classic Parisian Bistro Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-cornichon.md) - [French-inspired Stake Restaurant Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frenchinspired-stake.md) - [Uniquely Stylish Bar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-and-wine-bar.md) - [Upscale Holiday Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upscale-holiday-dining.md) - [Modern 1970s Milan-Inspired Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oretta-downtown.md) - [Wooden Banquette Cafe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafe-franois.md) - [Stylishly Comfortable Restaurant Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-frederick.md) - [Novel Stake-Inspired Dining Concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paris-steak.md) - [Contemporary Dining Establishment Redesigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soco-kitchen-bar.md)