Olde Angel Inn Pub & Restaurant
Casual - $$
Ontario's oldest operating inn. Established in 1789 and rebuilt in1816 after the War of 1812, The Olde Angel Inn is a perennial favourite among locals and tourists alike. Boasting a lively English-style pub, quaint dining room and private function room (familiarly known as the "snug") Please come and enjoy our hearty food and endless hospitality. Who knows, you may even have a run-in with our resident ghost - Captain Swayze.
Location: 224 Regent Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-3411
Avondale Dairy Bar
Casual - $
An absolute must! Handmade Ice cream since 1955. An honest to goodness dairy bar! 4 generations of local residents have continued the tradition and the notice that not much has changed here in the las 61 years …except the prices!! Soft ice cream, hard ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, cakes, banana splits, malts… all the major food groups!
Location: 461 Stewart Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 687-7403
Backhouse Restaurant
Casual - $$$
Located where the Stone Road Grille was, this new unique restaurant offers wonderful and very creative dishes in a beautiful setting. Please phone for reservations as we are often sold out. A truly unique dining experience. http://www.where.ca/blog/canadas-11-best-new-restaurants2015/slide/niagara-2015/ ~ Backhouse is pleased to announce that we received the People’s Choice Award Air Canada enRoute Best New Restaurant in Canada 2016 ; Backhouse has also been selected as one of the 100 Best Restaurants in Canada for 2016 based on over 480,000 OpenTable diner reviews!
Location: 238 Mary Street Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-3474
Benchmark Restaurant
Smart Casual - $$$
Gold Plate Winner 2016
The Canadian Food & Wine Institute at Niagara College’s Benchmark restaurant. Benchmark is an exciting showcase of NC's culinary programs and students. Features of Benchmark include a focus on fresh, local and Canadian cuisine, an educational kitchen and food, wine and beer pairings. Every Saturday evening our students and chefs prepare a special Four Course Table D'Hote Menu Open: Wed to Fridays 5:00 to 9:00 Saturdays 5:00 to 9:30 pm
Location: at Niagara College, 135 Taylor Rd Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 641-2252 x 4619
Butlers Sports Bar
Casual - $
Eat in/ Takeout
Butler’s Bar & Grill, “THE” place in Niagara-on-theLake where family and friends gather. Enjoy mouthwatering pizza, wings and more. We welcome all sports fans!
Location: 284 Mary St. Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-0049
Bistro Six-One
Casual - $$
Bistro Six One… where we bring the best ingredients available for a reasonable price. Our Bistro has a perfect balance between an informal atmosphere and unique fresh cuisine, from pastas, to our wood oven pizzas and sandwiches, to our unique entrees. Our Bistro has a perfect balance between an informal atmosphere and unique fresh cuisine.
Location: 31-63 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-2532
The Cannery Restaurant
Smart Casual - $$$
Get carried away by the smell of fresh dough baking in Chef Mark Longster's brick oven and then mellow in the beauty of exposed brick and beams that transports diners to a romantic respite in the Tuscan region.
Location: At the Pillar and Post Hotel at corner of King/John Street
Phone: 1(888) 669-5566
Caroline Cellars Farmhouse Café
Casual - $$
Open all year around for lunch only! A natural extension of their farm and winery, the Café serves up relaxed wine country fare. Check out website for once a year Lobster Fest!
Location: 1010 Line 2 Rd., Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-8814
Hobnob Restaurant
Smart Casual - $$
In the old parlour features two fireplaces and a wonderful food selection. In the summer, enjoy a candlelight dinner on the side porch. The HobNob lounge offers one of the finest selections of wines in the area.
Hours: Breakfast 8am to 10 am, Lunch 11am to 4pm, Dinner 5pm -830 pm, Lounge 11am to 9 pm, Patio 8am to 9pm
Location: 209 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-4588
Corks Wine Bar and Eatery
Casual - $$
Dine with a view on our outdoor heated patio featuring views of Queen Street, Niagara-on-the- Lake. Join us at Corks Wine bar and Eatery for live entertainment from some of the region’s most talented musicians.
Location: 19 Queen Street
Phone: (289) 868-9527
Escabéche
At Prince of Wales
Fine Dining - $$$$
At Escabeche experience the best of wine country cuisine steeped in the traditions of France. This is fine dining at its best in the Prince of Wales Hotel at the corner of King & Picton streets. Also enjoy the elaborate ritual of English Afternoon tea from noon till 6:00 pm.
Location: 6 Picton Street Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON CA L0S 1J0
Phone: (905) 468-3246
Hours:Breakfast 7-10:30am, lunch 12-2:30pm, dinner
The Epicurean
Casual - $$
A local favourite since 1991, the Epicurean has been serving fresh seasonal fare and world famous Niagara wines in our comfortable dining room and beautiful tucked-away garden patio.
Enjoy a quick and casual meal or snack from 9am to 5:30pm during our Café service. In the evening, from 5pm to 9pm, we operate as a Bistro serving exquisite dinners prepared by our world-class chefs. Café or Bistro.
Location: 84 Queen St. Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-3408
The Exchange Brewery
Casual - $$
Enjoy their signature range of craft beers. Come enjoy a tasting tour and inspired menu. Locally owned and locally brewed!
Location: 7 Queen St. Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-9888
Fournos Restaurant
Casual - $$
Affordable casual family dining. Serving Greek, Italian and Canadian dishes for lunch and dinner. Enjoy the new patio on Regent St!
Location: 58 Queen St. Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-9388
Niagara-on-the-Lake Golf Club
Casual - $$
Golf Club Restaurant – view of Lake Ontario from practically any seat – outdoor patio open in summer – local favourite for sure! Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner The Golf Club offers a unique and delicious menu for all our customer’s needs. Whether you are looking for sandwiches to take out onto the golf course, a lovely full lunch by Lake Ontario, or a fine dining experience, you will find what you are looking for with us. In the summer months the Club offers a unique outdoor patio overlooking Lake Ontario. We welcome everyone from the public to not only enjoy playing our historic course, but also enjoy our wonderful menu while observing the best view in town.
Location: 143 Front Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-3424
Grill on King
Smart Casual - $$
From our friendly and knowledgeable staff, to our award winning wine selection and renowned menu, Grill on King is sure to satisfy every expectation! Our warm and inviting atmosphere is the perfect setting for a fantastic dinner. Light snack, or cocktails and appetizers with family and friends. Our handcrafted menu of seafood, pasta and Certified Angus steaks are cooked with an authentic Mediterranean flair, ensuring a cut above dining experience for everyone!
Location: 233 King St. Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-7222
Il Gelato Di Carlota Latteria
Casual - $
“Our gelato is good and genuine. It does not contain emulsifiers and hydrogenated vegetable fats. It is rich in fresh milk, fresh cream, cane sugar, grape sugar, hone and a lot of fruit. We work with the best ingredients such as Pistachio, Puro di Bronte, Hazelnut, Piemonte, Dark chocolate. Gelato Cakes and Deserts for every occasion! Now serving Gelato Burgers, Organic Brioche bun or seasonal Italian Christmas cake filled with your favourite gelato! A must try for your taste of Italy in Niagara!
Location: 59 Queen St. Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 360-0643
The Irish Harp Pub
Casual - $$
Designed to traditional Irish standards, the Irish Harp Pub offers great food, great beer, great whiskey and old-fashioned Irish “craic” (fun and chat). The craic is a spirit. An essence you can sense in a busy pub. The craic is impossible to bottle but somehow we manage to do just that. Music too!
The owner came from County Derry in Ireland and has brought to Niagaraon-the-Lake the traditions and spirit of the Emerald Isle.
Location: 245 King St. Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-4443
MJ's Own Munchies
Just a road side place that has burgers, fries, and peameal on a bun. Yummy and Quick. Right by the Welland Canal! Watch the ships and eat you picnic lunch!
Location: 406 Lakeshore Rd. St. Catherines
Phone: (905) 646-0031
Nina Gelateria and Pastery Shop
Casual - $
In the spring/summer we offer 28 flavours of gelato and sorbets on display every day. A great spot for lunch. Nina’s offers delicious pastries, panini’s, pizza and crepes made with all natural ingredients, fresh fruit from Niagara.
Location: 37 Queen St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (289) 868-8852
Oban Inn and Restaurant
Fine Dining - $$$
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (a local favourite for special occasions). Since its beginning in 1824, the long tradition of the Oban Inn dining experience has been enjoyed by generation after generation of our returning guests
Dine in our delightful sun room overlooking lush English gardens or cozy historic Shaw's Corner and in the chic elegance of our fireside dining room. Savour delicious creations combining Oban classics with modern gastronomy focusing on the Niagara Region's fresh ingredients married with the outstanding harvest of Niagara Wines as chosen by our sommelier.
Location: 160 Front St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-2165
Old Winery Restaurant
Smart Casual - $$
Inspired by the Tuscan countryside, traditionally prepared and served in the heart of Niagara-on- the-Lake. Delicious pizza from our wood burning oven, crispy chicken, the freshest seafood, savory meat & vegetable pastas, grilled fish, salads, sandwiches, homemade desserts and many regional Niagara wines by the glass.
Location: 2228 Niagara Stone Rd (HWY 55), Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-8900
Orzo Restaurant
Casual - $$
Inspired by fresh, local produce, a thoughtful and varied menu. Great before the Shaw Festival Theatre show!
Location: 10 Queen St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (289) 868-8623
Peller Estates
Fine Dining - $$$$
Hours 12 noon to 3 pm Lunch, 5:30 pm to 9 pm Sunday to Thursday; 5 pm to 9 pm Friday & Saturday Dinner. Reservations required -Sweeping vineyard views and a warm ambiance make it easy to relax at this beautiful winery setting. Amazing wine tour and ice wine experience! In the summer enjoy casual eating on the patio in the vineyard at the BARREL HOUSE GRILL.
Location: 290 John Street East Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-4678
The Pie Plate Bakery Café
Casual - $
All of our made from scratch baked goods featuring local Niagara fruit are sold in our retail bake shop. To place an order or find out what is in season, please call the shop during operating hours. The cafe is fully licensed, serving local wines, craft beer and our signature cocktails. Our gourmet thin crust pizzas also feature seasonal Niagara fruit. At lunch the menu includes one-of-a-kind sandwiches, salads savoury tarts and meat pies. A changing small plate menu, along with our pizza, is available from late afternoon.
Location: 1516 Niagara Stone Rd, Virgil
Phone: (905) 468-9743
Pieza Pizzeria
Casual - $$
Vera Pizza Napoletana is a movement that led to the creation of an Association whose goal is to promote and protect the name and the product Pizza Napoletana; a style of pizza and tradition found in Naples. The term Vera, or Verace, means true, genuine, or real.
Location:188 Victoria St., Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (289) 868-9191
Ravine Vineyard Restaurant
Smart Casual - $$$
From the beginning Chef Paul Harber has crafted a wine focused culinary vision of Ravine Vineyard; inspired by traditional French bistro dishes, highlighting the seasonal bounty and offerings of the local They bake their own bread, raise their own pigs, and grow their own certified organic vegetables. The winery has a fully restored early 19th century building on the site that is a must see. Hours are: Lunch: 11:00am till 3:00 pm and Dinner 5:00 pm till 8:00 pm - Reservations for dinner are recommended.
Location: 1366 York Road, St. Davids
Phone: (905) 262-8463 x 34
Riverbend Inn & Vineyard
Smart Casual - $$
Although small, the dining room invites intimate dining in a relaxed atmosphere. The well trained staff is sincerely dedicated to attending to guests promptly and courteously.
Our food program – simple, fresh, quality food without pretension offering grand food and good pricing. In the summer months, enjoy eating on the patio while being mesmerized by the view and beautiful sunsets. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Location: 16104 Niagara Parkway, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-8866
The Sandtrap Pub and Grill
Smart Casual - $$
Open for lunch, dinner and take-out, the Sandtrap will welcome the whole family and offers great pizzas and wings. Matt and Paul bring experience and genuine care for their customers. Family restaurant and Bar.
Location: 358 Mary St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-3727
Shaw Café & Wine Bar
Casual - $$
The Shaw Café & Wine bar is a landmark of Niagara-on-the-Lake, and is located in the heart of bustling Queen Street. A European style café and the most popular place to be for the finest selection of Niagara wine, bistro cuisine and most of all for wonderful people watching. From spring to fall, Shaw Café & Wine Bar, surrounded by the spectacular patio, overflows with richly coloured flowers and lush foliage - the signature of the café. Dine to the sound of the water fountain of the statue of the renowned playwright and literary genius, George Bernard Shaw whose contemporary works have enhanced the cultural repertoire of the Shaw Festival in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Shaw Café & Wine Bar is open year `round. Please join us for a memorable Niagara food and wine experience.
Location: 92 Queen St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-8727
The Silversmith Brewing Company
Casual - $$
In a church that dates back to the 1890s, full of rustic charm with exposed beams and brick walls, a bar handmade from reclaimed barn wood from around the corner, you can now marvel over it’s character as you enjoy a pint of one of our tasty beers. This space is now home to not only a Brewery and Beer Hall, but also to passionate and knowledgeable folks who are itching to guide you through an incredible beer experience like none other. Silversmith proudly redefines not only the craft beer experience but tourism in Niagara. We’ve created a space where travelers and locals alike meet and seek refuge over a delicious brew.
Location: 523 Niagara Stone Rd, Virgil
Phone: (905) 468-8447
Sunset Grill
Casual - $$
The Sunset Grill provides good food, fast service and a pleasant experience. We concentrate on a fresh all day breakfast menu and our flagship Sunset Burgers for lunch. Everything is cooked fresh to order. Open at 7:00 am and Closes around 3:00 pm
Location: 62 Queen St. Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-5001
Niagara's Finest Thai Restaurant
Casual - $$
Hours: 11:00 am till 9:30 pm All dishes are prepared to the finest detail and infused with extraordinary flavours. info@niagarathai.ca
Location: 88 Picton St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (844) 333-8421
Tiara At Queen's Landing
Casual - $$$/$$$$
Dine in style, surrounded by the panoramic views in the spectacular sunlight filled Tiara Restaurant, situated on the historic Niagara-on-the-Lake Harbour. Delight in cuisine inspired by locally fresh products, guaranteed fresh using ingredients grown on local farms, easily sourced from the amazing bounty available in the Niagara region. Sip and savour award-winning local wines, or thoughtfully selected vintages from around the world.
For a less formal meal, visit Bacchus Lounge which offers casual fare day and night. And in the summer, enjoy classic barbecue on the waterfront patio.
Location: 155 Byron St, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: 1(888) 669-5566
Trius Winery Restaurant
Smart Casual - $$$$
Enjoy fine dining at Trius. Hillebrand Winery Restaurant celebrates the relationship between our land, our people, our wines and our food. Chef Frank Dodd showcases locally inspired cuisine made with ingredients from the bounty of Niagara Wine Country and Winemaker Darryl Brooker pairs them with wines made from grapes that grow in the same soil.
Hours: 11:30 am till 2:45 Lunch. Dinner: 5:30pm till 9:00 pm Dinner reservations are required
Location: 1249 Niagara Stone Rd, Virgil (Highway 55)
Phone: (905) 468-7123
Treadwell Farm to Table Cuisine
Smart Casual - $$$$
(Reservations recommended) Tuesday to Sunday Lunch 12 -3 pm Dinner 5-9 pm
An intimate space, this Niagara-on-the-Lake restaurant is completely brand new and allows us to better showcase not only the talents of our staff, but many of the terrific artisan farmers and innovative winemakers of Southern Ontario. Some of the exciting features of the new restaurant will include Open Kitchen with Chef Bar seating for 12 guests Patio seating for 40 guests Private Dining Room surrounded by our new Wine Cellar
Location: 114 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake
Phone: (905) 468-1222
Willow Cakes & Pastries
Smart Casual - $$$$
Stepping into Willow Cakes and Pastries feels like a trip to the Continent and a European patisserie. Customers experience the feel of both a local bakery and an exquisite boutique – surveying the breads, chocolates, cakes and tarts in gleaming display cases, watching Catherine and her team at work through the viewing window or lingering over coffee and a newspaper. Whether you are in the market for a show stopping wedding cake, a dessert to impress your guests, a gift to be savoured, or a coffee and quick bite on the go, Willow Cakes and Pastries is truly a “must stop shop” in Niagara
Location: 242 Mary St, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J
Phone: (905) 468-2745
Zees Patio and Grill
Casual - $$
This restaurant is a great post theatre dining option as it is right across the street from the Shaw Festival Theatre. Great place to enjoy a casual bar and the largest out door patio in Niagara.
Location: 92 Picton St, Niagara-on-the-Lake, (in the Shaw Club Hotel)
Phone: (905) 468-5715