Must-see restaurants in Ontario

  • Outdoor Eateries

    Toronto

    Food trucks, repurposed shipping containers and plywood sheds make up this outdoor food court at the heart of Yonge St. Short-order cooks prep burritos,…

  • Tosca

    Ottawa

    In the heart of the downtown core, this upscale but accessible Italian ristorante's delicious, authentic food, extensive wine list and excellent service…

  • Miijidaa

    Southwestern Ontario

    This spacious cafe-bistro is a casual spot for lunch, dinner or just a drink on the patio. Mains take modern twists on cuisines that have shaped Canada –…

  • Prospector Steakhouse

    Northern Ontario

    Appetites beware: you're about to be obliterated. In the historic Bank of Montreal building, hefty carnivorous portions are dished out amid black-and…

  • Terry's Steakhouse

    Northern Ontario

    With its red-and-black checkered tablecloths and chintzy chandeliers, Terry's is the top choice in Cochrane for a steak. The likes of rib eye and filet…

  • Eggspectation

    Ottawa

    The downtown location of this breakfast (and more) franchise is so handy and the menu so egg-citing that we couldn't resist sharing. It's cheap, cheery…

  • Flying Saucer

    Niagara Falls

    For extraterrestrial fast food, you can't go past this iconic diner on the Lundy's Lane motel strip. Famous $3.50 early-bird breakfasts are served from…

  • Harbord Bakery

    Toronto

    A Toronto institution, this Jewish bakery has been serving customers since 1945. Stocked with all sorts of pies, cakes, cookies and bread, the challah and…

  • Underground Kitchen

    Southwestern Ontario

    A hole in the wall cooking up a variety of wrap roti: Caribbean flatbread wrapped around curried stews with vegetables, shrimp and even goat. Jerk chicken…

  • Govinda's

    Toronto

    The Hare Krishna movement has been feeding budget travelers around the globe for decades. Toronto is no exception. Politely decline any offers of…

  • Stoneface Dolly's

    Ottawa

    Named for the owner's mother, who perfected the art of a stone-cold poker bluff, this popular joint is a great spot to taste local craft brews such as…

  • Average Joe's

    Northern Ontario

    Average Joe's is anything but average. Arriving by land, water, or frozen lake in the winter, enjoy the broad menu and Lake of Bays draught beers while…

  • West Street Willy's

    Southwestern Ontario

    Hearty breakfasts and home-style faves await you at Willy's: pancakes, pierogi, pizza and burgers are all on the menu. For the adventurous (or very hungry…

  • Cook's Shop

    Southwestern Ontario

    This cozy, dimly lit restaurant specializes in classic Italian dishes. Pasta with your choice of 10 different sauces is the specialty; dishes are often…

  • Stratford Chef

    Southwestern Ontario

    From October to March, Stratford's renowned culinary school hosts a dinner series, when students practice their craft by prepping dinners for the general…

  • 7 West Café

    Toronto

    Three floors of moody lighting, textured jade paint, framed nudes, wooden church pews and jaunty ceiling angels set the scene for a dazzling selection of…

  • Artisanale

    Southwestern Ontario

    With an emphasis on fresh seasonal local produce, this French country kitchen has a wonderfully simple lunch menu and is popular for its Wednesday and…

  • Voyageurs' Cookhouse

    Northern Ontario

    The restaurant at Voyageurs' Lodge serves Lake Superior trout or whitefish with chips, mammoth homemade burgers and the best tastin' gravy for miles. The…

  • Armen's Cafe

    Southwestern Ontario

    Forget the local greasy spoons and say hi to chatty Armen as he prepares a tasty sandwich from the ever-changing menu. A rotating summer menu highlights…

  • Sambucas on Church

    Toronto

    Great for weekday lunches, weekend brunches and dinner any time, Sambucas' Italian menu has some North American twists. Pastas are hearty, risottos creamy…

  • Queen Charlotte Tea Room

    Niagara Falls

    British expats craving a decent or even fancy cuppa, cucumber sandwiches, steak and kidney or fish-and-chips with mushy peas should head straight to this…

  • Café Cancan

    Toronto

    This bistro is a pastel dream, with baby-pink walls, teal banquette seating and hints of yellow. The patio is just as elegant, and the food just as divine…

  • Sassafraz

    Toronto

    Popular with visiting celebrities and a moneyed clientele, Sassafraz epitomizes Yorkville with its elegant yet breezy decor. Jazz combos serenade weekend…

  • LUXE Bistro & Steakhouse

    Ottawa

    If you like your steak a little French with a twist of New York, this smart ByWard Market bistro is bound to appeal. The decor is slick and the outdoor…

  • Harbour 60

    Toronto

    Inside the isolated 1917 Toronto Harbour Commission building, this baroque dining room glows with brass lamps and plush booths. Indulge yourself in a…

  • Pie Plate

    Niagara Peninsula

    Simple, delicious lunches (it's easy to devour the pear and Brie sandwich) in a country-house setting. It wouldn't be an Ontario bakery without butter…

  • Golden Diner Family Restaurant

    Toronto

    This good old-fashioned basement-level greasy spoon has some natty booths and one of the best-value all-day breakfasts in the city. The $6.95 breakfast…

  • Sushi on Bloor

    Toronto

    Among the countless sushi restaurants on Bloor, this one stands out, its wooden booths and long tables always packed with customers enjoying platters of…

  • Mr Tonkatsu

    Toronto

    Asking you to grind up your own sesame-seed rice topping might just be a trick to show you how authentic this place is, but it works. The crumbed pork (or…

  • Country Style Hungarian Restaurant

    Toronto

    This delightful Hungarian diner, with its checked tablecloths and friendly family staff, hasn't changed a bit in at least a generation. The enormous…

  • Ceylonta

    Ottawa

    Locals recommend this friendly neighborhood Sri Lankan restaurant, serving fresh and zingy dishes. Go for the fish thali or the chicken or mutton kothu…

  • Old Station

    Muskoka Lakes

    On summer evenings this is the most happening place in town. The patio overlooks the main drag – perfect for postkayak recovery sessions. Dig into a…

  • Bijou

    Southwestern Ontario

    Classy and delightful, this French joint has a different prix-fixe menu written on the chalkboard each evening. The locally sourced meals might include…

  • Maple Leaf Restaurant

    Thousand Islands

    As quintessentially Canadian as this old-school family diner can be, its name belies the European gems found inside: golden breaded schnitzel, goulash,…

  • Patties Express

    Toronto

    A hole-in-the-wall place specializing in Jamaican patties: flaky-pastry pockets stuffed with spicy veggies, curry chicken and ground beef (non-spicy to…

  • Zen Gardens

    Southwestern Ontario

    This Asian vegetarian restaurant downtown will impress vegetarians and their most hardened carnivorous mates alike. Tofu, mushrooms, and sauced-up soy and…

  • Farmer's Daughter

    Muskoka Lakes

    Specializing in local and organic produce, this gourmet market also has an excellent prepared-foods section integrating seasonal produce as well as wild…

  • DaiLo

    Toronto

    Not your typical Chinese restaurant, this chic Asian brasserie is embellished with teal and gold and serves up Little-Italy-does-French-inspired-Chinese…

  • Station Inn

    Northern Ontario

    Like the rest of the Station Inn, the restaurant is more functional than atmospheric, serving hefty meals and daily specials of steadfast Canadian food…

  • Giorg

    Northern Ontario

    Despite its unprepossessing exterior, this charming Italian restaurant ranks as one of Thunder Bay's best, with scrumptious pastas made on-site and served…

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