Must-see restaurants in Canada

  • Three Sisters

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    Lovely pub grub and chilly pints of beer are served in this atmospheric Placentia house. It's often busy, and come evening, it's the best nightlife going…

  • Kingsbrae Garden Cafe

    New Brunswick

    At the beautiful Kingsbrae Garden and housed inside one of the estate's original houses, the terrace cafe serves fancy sandwiches, croquettes, pasta and…

  • The Bistro

    Nova Scotia

    A good choice for casual dining in New Glasgow, with fresh, inventive dishes making use of Asian and Indian flavors. Local artists show their works on the…

  • Guys & Dolls Bistro

    Yukon Territory

    Stunning views from this food truck with attached outdoor seating that serves up pizzas and Greek classics. Proving very popular among locals in Haines…

  • Miso House

    Saskatchewan

    Miso House has done a great job of bringing tasty sushi, Korean delights and Japanese bento boxes to the prairies. Take a look at the Facebook page for…

  • Napoli Ristorante Pizzeria

    Niagara Falls

    Head to Napoli for the best Italian in town, hands down. Delicious pizza, rich pasta, creamy risotto and veal parmigiana all feature on the familiar menu…

  • Five Girls Baking

    Nova Scotia

    Sandwiches, muffins, cookies and freshly baked buns, plus lots of local foodie treats, are reason enough to check out this attractive little cafe on Main…

  • Cinnamon Soul Cafe

    New Brunswick

    Wander through the veggie garden path and grab a patio seat at the little, blue Cinnamon Soul Cafe for chowder, hearty salads and sandwiches or a sticky…

  • D Dutchmen Dairy

    Okanagan Valley

    Meet the cows, then lick the ice cream at this offbeat dairy close to Hwy 1. There are 40 flavors of ice cream and traditional frozen treats to choose…

  • Bridge Bistro

    British Columbia

    Enjoy the views of the Elk River and surrounding peaks from the deck, but save some attention for the long menu of tasty burgers, steaks, salads and pizza.

  • Chez Victor Vieux-Port

    Québec City

    This branch of Québec City's gourmet burger chain is located down by the Vieux-Port close to the bus and train stations. Enter from Rue Abraham-Martin.

  • 1809 Restaurant

    New Brunswick

    This classy hotel restaurant has killer waterside views. Its fairly long menu doesn't veer far from the expected but dishes are beautifully presented.

  • Byblos

    New Brunswick

    Crazy popular, this elegant Lebanese restaurant has a bustling atmosphere. Linger over garlic-laced dishes, marinated meats and homemade pita bread.

  • Two If By Sea

    Nova Scotia

    Be warned: if you want to gorge on the massive, buttery chocolate croissants that TIBS is famous for, get in quick as they're often sold out by 1pm.

  • Kelly's Pub

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    Hidden neatly behind the smoky pub is this great countrified spot. It makes the best burgers in town and the stir-fries are not too shabby either.

  • Cornhill Nursery & Cedar Cafe

    New Brunswick

    Stop in at this sweet, wooden cafe and its lovely gardens for tea, cake or an organic lunch. Enjoy wood-fired pizzas for dinner on the weekends.

  • Curry Original

    Kingston

    This smart outfit serves Kingston's finest Indian cuisine, including all the classic curries from butter chicken to vindaloo, korma to Madras.

  • Kelly's Bake Shop

    New Brunswick

    For over 50 years, sweet-lovers have flocked here from far and wide for just one thing: the mammoth cinnamon sticky buns. Follow their lead.

  • Growler's

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    It would be a pity to miss this seaside stop, serving homemade partridgeberry-pie ice cream flecked with cinnamon and salty crumbs of crust.

  • Mariner's Galley

    Labrador

    Come here for fried cod tongues with scruncheons (pork rind) or crab cocktail. Visitors rave about the friendly service and buffet options.

  • Home Block at CedarCreek

    Kelowna

    A long list of local suppliers graces the menu at this small winery restaurant. The food is fresh and seasonal; the views are outstanding.

  • Lord Amherst Pub

    Southwestern Ontario

    Fancy, delicious pub meals and top-shelf beers make this quaint, historic watering hole a lovely diversion from your heritage adventures.

  • Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery

    British Columbia

    Pub food, craft beer, weekly events and occasional live music at this saloon-style pub on the main drag. Standard fare, but good fun too.

  • Whitehouse Bakery

    Manitoba

    From sticky cinnamon buns to wraps, panini, bison burgers, club sandwiches and salads, this is the place to stock up on picnic supplies.

  • Seaview Restaurant

    Labrador

    Enjoy some fresh seafood or chow down on the famous fried chicken and tender caribou. A grocery store and jam factory are also on-site.

  • La Brûlerie des Monts

    The Laurentians

    The place in town for breakfast, soups and sandwiches, this cafe-diner has a great terrace. Coffee beans are roasted on-site.

  • Cloud Nine Restaurant

    Northwest Territories

    Locals recommend going to the airport early just to grab a hearty breakfast or club sandwich from this tiny, unassuming cafeteria.

  • Foggy Hermit Cafe

    Cape Breton Island

    Filling salads, burgers and sandwiches are what to expect at this vaguely nautical cafe, which sometimes has jazz and folk nights.

  • Northern Light Inn Dining Room

    Labrador

    Your best bet for food in town is the dining room at the inn, serving classic fare like ribs and pizza, as well as seafood.

  • That Little Place by the Lights

    Muskoka Lakes

    A local favorite, this little place by the lights is loved for its old-school pizzas, pastas and gelati. Excellent value.

  • Famous Peppers

    Prince Edward Island

    Pizzas galore, including a bewildering selection of build-your-own options (mango, donair meat and nacho chips, perhaps?)

  • Bugwood Bean

    Northern BC

    Named after the mountain pine beetle, this stand has super homemade baked goods and great organic, fresh-roasted coffee.

  • Kingston Farmers Market

    New Brunswick

    Drawing market-lovers from miles around, head here for your fix of fresh fruits and vegetables and various ethnic foods.

  • Taste of Saigon

    Yellowknife

    Taste of Saigon serves steaming bowls of pho (soup) and lemongrass pork with rice in subtly lit, cool environs.

  • Bus

    Northern BC

    Also known as Seafood Express, the Bus serves the tastiest seafood ever cooked in a school bus on 6th St in tiny Hyder.

  • Dee Dee's

    Nova Scotia

    This summertime-only outpost of the much-loved neighborhood ice-cream shop in Halifax also serves delicious burritos.

  • Daily Grind

    Saskatchewan

    Excellent coffees and fine baked goods promise a shot of joy during the day at this cute storefront on the main drag.

  • Retaurant Pietro

    Saskatchewan

    Italian fine dining in Waskesiu in a lovely setting. Expect fresh pastas and top-tier steak cuts butchered in house.

  • Days Gone By

    Nova Scotia

    Delicious cakes, pies, breads and cookies are baked daily here, and you can also pick up sandwiches for the road.

  • Mitchan Sushi

    New Brunswick

    Inside this quaint, unlikely house, beautifully concocted Japanese morsels are created with fresh local seafood.

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