Must-see restaurants in Canada

  • Mai Xiang Yuan

    Old Montréal

    Tasty plates of 15 dumplings come pan-fried or steamed at this humble restaurant. Fillings include everything from lamb and onion to pork and leek, as…

  • Pandaville

    Northwest Territories

    The only recommendable restaurant in town has a straight-up Chinese menu with a lunchtime buffet, some Western dishes, and ample portions of à la carte…

  • Dildo Dory

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    The Dildo Dory is recognized as a fine spot for a sit-down seafood meal, with their fishcakes and fish-and-chips coming in for special recognition, as…

  • Vietnamese Noodle House

    Drumheller

    This place is a long way from Saigon in both geography and authenticity, but it is cheap and cheerful. The real reason to come is for the giant ice-cream…

  • Chez Sophie

    Québec

    This welcoming bistro-bar with original art on the walls is a lively spot for a meal-size salad topped with grilled salmon, a duck confit pizza or a plate…

  • Bowline Cafe

    British Columbia

    It’s not often that Galiano gets a new cafe, so all hail the Bowline, which summons up chunky breakfast sandwiches and potent coffee in a turquoise-hued…

  • Replika

    Montréal

    This spacious coffeehouse has lots of tables for quiet conversation and laptop chatter, plus good coffees, sandwiches, desserts and other snacks. For a…

  • Le Hibou

    Québec

    In this vividly painted cafe with turquoise walls and a display of owl art, the eclectic menu travels from soups and salads, to moules frites, to butter…

  • Le Grand Saut

    New Brunswick

    One of the few options in town is Le Grand Saut, a popular, two-tiered spot with an inviting deck out front. It serves up generous portions of salads,…

  • Retro Cafe

    British Columbia

    A French mirage in Creston, ‘retro’ will probably be the last thing on your mind as you scour the hand-scrawled blackboard and tuck into très délicieux…

  • Knocks Cafe

    New Brunswick

    Locals flock here for superb sandwiches, salads, rice bowls and home baking served in the cozy cafe or on the patio. It's also home to local artwork and a…

  • Irish Loop Coffee House

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    This pretty little restaurant is a good spot to refuel on eggs and bacon, grilled cheese sandwiches, and a nice selection of baked goods, including some…

  • Riverbend Pizzeria

    Southwestern Ontario

    It may be a pizza restaurant by name, but regulars also come year-round to the Riverbend for huge portions of hot chicken wings, karaoke nights and cold…

  • Pub St-Joseph

    Gaspé Peninsula

    This perfectly serviceable midrange restaurant inside the Hostellerie Baie Bleue dishes out standard burger-pizza-pasta pub grub, and it's a friendly spot…

  • Mackenzie Grill

    Northwest Territories

    With sophisticated breakfasts (try the spinach or Arctic char benny) and burgery lunches, this low-lit dining room in the Mackenzie Hotel is a pleasant…

  • La Boîte à Pain

    Québec City

    One of the most popular bakeries in St-Roch, the 'Bread Box' serves some of the best (and biggest) brioches à la cannelle (cinnamon rolls) in town.

  • Gorge Country Kitchen

    Southwestern Ontario

    The Gorge is usually hopping thanks to its family-friendly country-style cheap eats, especially the hearty breakfasts. There are always daily specials too.

  • Roost

    Northwest Territories

    Your only dining option on a Sunday night, the Roost cooks up the town's best pizza, as well as burgers and basic quasi-Chinese dishes like chop suey.

  • Stone Crock Bakery

    Southwestern Ontario

    A Mennonite-run bakehouse selling fruit pies, muffins, breads, quiches and scones fresh from the oven – they taste as good as they smell.

  • Old Loft

    Gros Morne National Park

    Set on the water in Woody Point, this tiny place is popular for its traditional Newfoundland meals and seafood. Try the crisp onion rings.

  • Cafe Molo

    Québec

    Park on a couch or at a sunny porch table for a coffee at this homey cafe, which also serves pastries, breakfast items and sandwiches.

  • Resto-Pub l'O2 Île

    Québec

    A popular hangout with locals, this pub attracts with its long menu of decent grilled burgers, inventive poutines, pastas and pizzas.

  • Pub St Marc

    Québec

    This mellow bar serves a dozen draft beers, burgers, mussels, pasta and salads. There's an outdoor patio with heat lamps.

  • Café d'Alphé

    Québec

    Fresh eggs, soups and pastas, local cheeses and microbrewery beers all make an appearance at this friendly little cafe.

  • Fisherman's Wharf

    Northwest Territories

    A weekly outdoor market with fresh fish and Northern-grown produce. Due to be housed in a year-round structure by 2020.

  • Berro's Pizzeria

    Northwest Territories

    Berro's does a brisk business in decent deep-pan pizzas; also does burgers. Canteen ambiance. Takeout available.

  • Captain Dan's

    New Brunswick

    Grab fresh seafood and strawberry daiquiris at always-packed Captain Dan's at the busy Pointe-du-Chêne Wharf.

  • Mugshots Cafe

    British Columbia

    Always buzzing, Mugshots offers enjoyable coffee, baked goods, soups and sandwiches, and has internet access.

  • Little Amego Inn

    Saskatchewan

    This cafe and bar is nothing special, but it's your best bet in Ogema to feed the need with simple pub food.

  • Mad Trapper's Saloon

    Banff National Park

    Barbecue joint with some cafe items at the top of the Sunshine Village gondola. Also open in the summer.

  • Parkers Country Diner

    New Brunswick

    This small-town diner serves hearty milkshakes, burgers and seafood platters in booths or to take away.

  • Northern Store

    Nunavut

    The main – and pretty well-stocked – supermarket in the settlement, with a branch of KFC attached.

  • Something's Brewing

    New Brunswick

    A lovely little local cafe with strong coffee, great teas and wonderful home-baked cakes and pastries.

  • TOHU Bistro

    Montréal

    Attached to the TOHU theater, this small cafe sells sandwiches, salads, bagels and other light fare.

  • Café des Artistes

    Baie St Paul

    For excellent coffee and a light but zippy lunch or dinner, head to this pizzeria on the main strip.

  • Crabby's Seafood

    Prince Edward Island

    Munch on a rock-crab sandwich or a lobster roll at Crabby's Seafood near the ferry terminal.

  • IGA

    Banff Town

    Banff’s largest supermarket has the best selection for campers and self-caterers.

  • Scott's Snackbar

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    Near lodgings, Scott's Snackbar serves burgers and home-cooked dishes; it's licensed.

  • North Mart

    Northwest Territories

    Well-stocked supermarket and general store. Also has fast-food counters.

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