Must-see restaurants in Canada

  • Cows

    Banff Town

    Banff Ave isn't Banff Ave without an omnipresent queue snaking out the door at Cows, a product of Prince Edward Island. Cows' 30-plus ice-cream flavors…

  • Inn at Whale Cove

    New Brunswick

    Wonderful food in a relaxed country setting on Whale Cove. The menu changes daily, but includes mouthwatering upscale meals such as pulled pork and…

  • Le Balsam Inn

    Montréal

    A charmer in the downtown dining scene, Le Balsam Inn serves up delectable plates of Italian fare, with standouts such as citrus-drizzled calamari, osso…

  • Field & Social

    Vancouver

    A plant-diet-loving cafe with a menu of 10 or so top-notch, fresh-tossed salads made with seasonal, regional ingredients. This is a great place to salve…

  • Sushi Momo

    Montréal

    There are just five tables in this art-filled vegan sushi joint, but you can always grab a spot along the counter, and join the mostly student crowd for…

  • Boulangerie Moulin de Provence

    Ottawa

    Still riding on the buzz left by a visit from former US President Barack Obama, this bakery is packed to the hilt with sugary and savory goodness. The …

  • Cabane du Pic-Bois

    Eastern Townships

    If you want to really gorge yourself, you can't do better than the all-you-can-eat spread at this traditional sugar shack. You get all the classics –…

  • Rhino Coffee House

    Tofino

    In outdoor-orientated Tofino, it’s easy to justify a doughnut for breakfast, and the best place in Tofino to procure one is at Rhino. Toss a coin to…

  • Sun Sui Wah

    Vancouver

    One of the best places in Vancouver for dim sum, this large, chatty Hong Kong–style joint has deservedly been a local favorite for years. Order an array…

  • Chambar

    Vancouver

    This giant, brick-lined cave is a juggernaut of Vancouver's dining scene, serving an ever-changing all-day menu of sophisticated Belgian-esque dishes from…

  • Noble

    Niagara Peninsula

    The fine-dining room at the opulent Prince of Wales Hotel takes its food seriously. The contemporary menu offers taste inventions like a tart of locally…

  • Bake49

    Vancouver

    A tiny bakery specializing in Japanese cheesecakes and pastries. Arrive early or expect to be greeted by the 'sold out' sign on the door. It's worth…

  • Saint John Ale House

    Saint John

    On summer evenings this place is popular for its big, wharfside patio and long list of beers on tap. Head upstairs for a menu of locally sourced dishes…

  • Half Shell Oyster Bar

    Nova Scotia

    A long ice bar loaded with such seafood goodies as snow-crab claws, chilled lobsters, littleneck clams and, of course, freshly shucked oysters is the main…

  • Shack N Wagon

    Vancouver Island

    This old-fashioned Oregon Trail–style wagon now serving as a food truck is set in the grounds of the historic Percy farmstead a 10-minute walk along the…

  • Zak's Diner

    Ottawa

    Shoo-bop along to the pop music that supplements the Grease-like atmosphere at this kitschy diner. The ByWard Market stalwart hosts families by day, but…

  • Lakeside Chophouse

    Southern Alberta

    With big chairs and bigger views, this semi-casual is definitely Waterton's most chic restaurant. Service is friendly and the eclectic menu will satisfy…

  • La Taqueria Pinche Taco Shop

    Vancouver

    A cooling blue interior and shabby-chic communal table lure locals to this small branch of Vancouver's famously friendly Mexican mini-chain. Order at the…

  • Benny's Bistro

    Ottawa

    The smell of freshly baked pain au chocolat (chocolate croissant) emanates from the French bakery at the front of this cool and arty bistro. Pastries are…

  • Bench Bakehouse

    Vancouver

    Hidden in the back of an otherwise humdrum mini-mall, this delicious bakery cafe takes a butter-forward French approach, which means perfect croissants…

  • Chez Jules

    Québec City

    A solid and affordable French meal can be had at this small, central dining room alongside the Auberge Place d’Armes. Chez Jules serves an excellent…

  • Hamilton Farmers' Market

    Southwestern Ontario

    A sleek glass exterior belies the 180-year history of Hamilton's farmers market. Inside, two open-plan floors house 60 vendors selling produce, fresh…

  • Baker Creek Bistro

    Banff National Park

    This attractive cabin restaurant is located inside the Baker Creek Chalets complex and is among the few places to eat on the Bow Valley Pkwy. Good thing…

  • Kulinarya

    Vancouver

    It's easy to miss this tiny storefront, unless you spot one of the colourful kamayan feasts heaped on the tables inside. But while you need at least six…

  • Meat & Bread

    Vancouver

    Vancouver's best made-to-order hot sandwich mini-chain has finally arrived on Robson, complete with high ceilings, an L-shaped counter and all your…

  • Cafe Nymphe

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    This small restaurant, located up the stairs from Dark Tickle, serves local baked goods, delicious pizzas, sandwiches and hot dishes throughout the day…

  • Legislative Dining Room

    Victoria

    One of Victoria's best-kept dining secrets, the Parliament Buildings have their own subsidized, old-school restaurant where both MLAs and the public can…

  • Schnitzel Parlour

    New Brunswick

    Specializing in hearty, old-fashioned German fare, this cozy countryside restaurant on the northern side of the river has richly spiced goulash (the…

  • Fish Tales Cafe

    Vancouver Island

    Anglophilia is alive and well in this diminutive timber-framed restaurant where fish-and-chips and mushy peas are served against a backdrop of model ships…

  • Mlt Dwn

    Kingston

    These fromage-loving fast-food-meisters have already expanded from this original branch to the Canadian capital and Québec. You won't be able to resist…

  • Petit Bill's Bistro

    Ottawa

    At this charming family-run restaurant in Ottawa's Fisher Park neighborhood, the secret-recipe, east-coast seafood chowder might be the best you ever…

  • Melissa's Missteak

    Banff Town

    Melissa's is a casual, family-friendly, ketchup-on-the-table type of place in a 1928 heritage lodge-style building. One of Banff's favorite places for…

  • Cafe Aunja

    Montréal

    Despite the location along busy Sherbrooke, Cafe Aunja feels like an oasis from the downtown bustle. Changing artwork adorns the brick walls of this…

  • Purebread

    Vancouver

    The Mount Pleasant branch of this wildly popular Whistler-started bakery is a walk-in treasure chest of irresistible treats. Try not to drool while…

  • Gaïa Resto Végan

    Eastern Townships

    For vegans, Gaïa is easily the culinary drawcard for the Eastern Townships. Middle Eastern, South Asian and Québécois flavors go into knockout crepes,…

  • Ma Maison

    Québec City

    A quiet little bistro du quartier (neighborhood bistro) well worth seeking out, 'My House' serves traditional Québécois dishes like grand-maman used to…

  • Carthage Café

    Vancouver

    This delightful gem is the Drive's most romantic European-style bistro. Hunker in a corner with your date and select from a menu of the perfectly prepared…

  • Wakwak Burger

    Vancouver

    Downtown's best cheap and cheerful burger option, this popular Japanese-fusion food truck offers a great-value $2.99 staple. Made with hand-formed patties…

  • Restaurant La Traite

    Québec

    The 'Treaty' at the Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations is very heavy on game dishes – boar, red deer, bison – though there's always a couple of fish dishes and…

  • Holman's Ice Cream Parlour

    Prince Edward Island

    This ice-cream emporium is where everyone in Summerside comes for their fix: 100% homemade, served in a cake cone or waffle cone, and with delicious…

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