Must-see restaurants in Canada

  • Atelier

    Ottawa

    The brainchild of celebrated chef and molecular gastronomy enthusiast Marc Lépine, Atelier is a white-walled laboratory dedicated to tickling the taste…

  • Liverpool House

    Montréal

    Liverpool House sets the standard so many Québec restaurants are racing for: an ambience that feels laid-back, like a friend's dinner party, where the…

  • Peaked Pies

    Whistler

    Whistler’s contingent of seasonal Aussie workers didn’t just import their antipodean accents. Fortunately for us, they also brought their food – fresh,…

  • Bello Ristorante

    Québec City

    Luc Ste-Croix, former student of French master chef Paul Bocuse, brings his passion for Italian cuisine to this stylish and very welcoming eatery near…

  • Shed

    Tofino

    True, it’s a shed of sorts, albeit a very nice one with candles, an open kitchen, lovely wood furnishings – and quite decent food: count on quick-fire…

  • Gumboot Restaurant

    British Columbia

    Talk about a West Coast classic! This delightful bistro (with gorgeous garden patio) combines an old-school welcome with a lovingly prepared menu backed…

  • Madison's Grill

    Edmonton

    Located in the posh Union Bank Inn, Madison's has no problem keeping up with the hotel's high standards of service and quality. Its delicate dishes are…

  • Chinched

    St John's

    Quality dishes without the white-tablecloth pretense – think octopus tacos or Newfoundland wild mushroom risotto served in a warm, dark-wood room. On an…

  • Blue Water Cafe

    Vancouver

    Under celebrated executive chef Frank Pabst, this is one of Vancouver's best high-concept seafood restaurants. Gentle music fills the brick-lined, blue…

  • Morena

    Québec City

    Tucked into a gourmet grocery-deli on chichi Ave Cartier, this Italian-themed neighborhood bistro makes a lively but low-key lunch stop. Daily chalkboard…

  • Drift Cafe & Bistro

    British Columbia

    Residing in a cute little cottage no larger than a two-car garage, Drift (formerly Nova Kitchen) continues to impress, serving everything from egg-and…

  • Ivy Restaurant

    Thousand Islands

    In a charming waterfront spot about 12km east of Gananoque, this beautifully refurbished restaurant belonging to the opulent Ivy Lea Club marina is open…

  • Sunwapta Falls Rocky Mountain Lodge

    Jasper National Park

    With its stone fireplace, plank floors and white tablecloths, this roadside lodge's dining room makes an atmospheric spot for breakfast or dinner (just…

  • Robin des Bois

    Montréal

    Montréal’s own 'Robin Hood,' restaurateur Judy Servay donates all profits and tips from this reliable favorite to local charities. The relaxed, spacious…

  • Montréal

    Inspired by the street food (and beer) of Vietnam, this neighborhood charmer showcases simple but delectable recipes, near the foot of Mont-Royal. The…

  • Mocha Cabana Bistro

    Southern Alberta

    Don't be fooled by this 1930s blacksmith shop's austere exterior: inside it's relaxed and bright. Using local suppliers, big salads and pastas are served…

  • Chancho Tortilleria

    Vancouver

    Look for the pig-and-pineapple sign outside this authentic Mexican hole-in-the-wall, which has painted walls, plastic garden chairs and a super-friendly…

  • L'Gros Luxe

    Montréal

    With classy vintage decor, booths or tables and inexpensive comfort fare, L'Gros Luxe has obvious appeal. The small dining room is always packed with…

  • Le Baccara

    Québec

    Secreted away from the flashing lights and jangling slot machines of Casino du Lac Leamy, this world-class culinary experience features an open-concept…

  • Salt Shaker Deli

    Nova Scotia

    This friendly downtown diner is where everyone, local or tourist, heads for a meal in Lunenburg: crispy-crust pizzas, piles of mussels, salmon cakes and…

  • Faite à l'Os

    Québec City

    You'll smell this cozy spot well before you arrive; the fumoir (smokehouse) would appear to be working overtime. The all-time favorite dish is the Ribs…

  • Dock Lunch

    Vancouver

    Like dining in a cool hippie's home, this charming room in a side-street house serves a daily changing menu of one or two soul-food mains (think spicy…

  • Remedy Cafe

    Edmonton

    The 'remedy' here is cheap, authentic Indian food served in an ultra-casual cafe – meaning you can use wi-fi with one hand and dip your naan in curry…

  • Joe Beef

    Montréal

    In the heart of the Little Burgundy neighborhood, Joe Beef remains a darling of food critics for its unfussy, market-fresh fare. The rustic, country…

  • Le Pied Bleu

    Québec City

    This bistro in a one-time clothing factory in working-class St-Sauveur is a Québécois take on a Lyonnaise bouchon, which means it serves such meaty fare…

  • Juniper Bistro

    Banff Town

    Spectacular mountain views combine with an innovative, locally sourced menu at Juniper's, a surprisingly good hotel restaurant on Banff's northern…

  • Whalesbone Oyster House

    Ottawa

    If the local chefs are purchasing their fish from Whalesbone's wholesale wing (or should we say 'fin'), then there's really no doubt that it's the best…

  • Cafe Guido

    Vancouver Island

    This three-pronged business (craft shop upstairs, bookstore below decks) is Port Hardy's local hub, dispatching the best coffee north of Campbell River…

  • The Pony

    Whistler

    Pemberton's favorite dining hangout, this rustic, red-walled gem is often animated with chatter of the I-really-love-this-pizza crowd. The elevated…

  • La Banquise

    Montréal

    A Montréal legend since 1968, La Banquise is probably the best place in town to sample poutine. More than 30 varieties are available, including a vegan…

  • Crust Bakery

    Victoria

    There are several bakeries on this stretch of Fort St, but the Crust jumps out at you first. Maybe it's the deliciousness of the aromas, or the delicate…

  • Sobo

    Tofino

    It’s hard not to love a restaurant whose name is short for 'sophisticated bohemian,' a label that might have been invented with Tofino in mind. Once a…

  • Ravenlady

    Vancouver Island

    The sole exponent of Ucluelet's food-truck scene is far superior to many bricks-and-mortar seafood restaurants. Specializing in fresh-shucked regional…

  • Laurie Raphaël

    Québec City

    One of Québec's finest restaurants, this architecturally stunning, silver-service restaurant with celebrated chefs Daniel and Raphaël Vézina at the helm…

  • Pizzeria Libretto

    Toronto

    Pizza Libretto crafts what is arguably the best pizza in town. The secret? A wood-fired oven built by a third-generation pizza-oven builder with stones…

  • Wild Flour

    Banff Town

    If you're searching for an inexpensive snack or a relatively guilt-free sugary treat, make a beeline for Banff's best bakery, where you'll find cheesecake…

  • Foodlab

    Montréal

    On the upper floor of the arts center SAT, Foodlab is a creative culinary space where the small menu changes every two weeks, and ranges around the globe…

  • Red Fish Blue Fish

    Victoria

    On the waterfront boardwalk at the foot of Broughton St, this freight-container takeout shack serves fresh-made, finger-licking sustainable seafood…

  • Coastal Cookery

    British Columbia

    This casual dining favorite has the town's best patio plus a great menu of tweaked classics and seasonal specials – with a strong focus on BC ingredients…

  • Waverley Hotel Pub

    Vancouver Island

    Hit this historic, antler-studded saloon for a pub-grub dinner while you flick through a copy of glossy local magazine CV Collective. There are a dozen or…

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