Must-see restaurants in Canada

  • Loblaw's

    Toronto

    Yeah, it's a grocery-store chain, but this flagship is a must-stop for its high-quality prepared-foods section: sushi made to order, grilled meats, thin…

  • Without Papers

    Calgary

    These authentic pizzas are baked in an Italian pizza oven that was lowered through the ceiling (you can still see the hole!). The busy pizzeria's name is…

  • Smitty's Oyster House

    British Columbia

    The best spot for seafood in Gibsons (especially if you snag a seat at the communal long table alongside the marina boardwalk), Smitty's sparked a…

  • Old Well House Cafe

    New Brunswick

    This shingled cottage from 1832 is a local meeting place. Get comfy on a couch, perch at a wooden table or relax outside at a picnic table. Order…

  • Enoteca

    Winnipeg

    Chef Scott Bagshaw is one of the stars of Winnipeg's culinary scene and at Enoteca you're greeted with his open kitchen. The small dishes (beets with…

  • Restaurant Initiale

    Québec City

    One of the city's top dining experiences, this intimate restaurant in the Old Lower Town offers multicourse set/tasting menus ($119/199) designed and…

  • Flavor on the Water

    Cape Breton Island

    Sydney's swankiest restaurant, this high-ceilinged bistro in a large waterfront complex serves upscale plates of salmon, blackened cod, strip loin and…

  • La Cuisine Robicheau

    Nova Scotia

    This is the most elevated Acadian cuisine on the French Shore. The rappie pie (meat pie topped with grated potato), seafood lasagna and chocolate pie are…

  • Chez Piggy

    Kingston

    Hidden in a flowery stone courtyard, the city's best-known restaurant has earned its reputation with an innovative menu and charming ambience. Dinner…

  • Cottonwood Community Market

    British Columbia

    Close to downtown and next to the surging Cottonwood waterfall, this market encapsulates Nelson. There's great organic produce; fine baked goods, many…

  • Maple Leaf Grille

    Banff Town

    With plenty of local and foreign plaudits, the classy Maple Leaf eschews all other pretensions in favor of one defining word: 'Canadian.' The menu is…

  • Omnivore

    Montréal

    Amid rustic wood tables and potted plants, the friendly staff at little Omnivore whip up delicious Middle-Eastern mezze plates of hummus, tabbouleh, baba…

  • Annex Food Hall

    Toronto

    Find some of the best tasty, quick eats at this industrial-chic food hall: vegan bowls, steamed-bun sandwiches, fried chicken, Bangkok-style street food,…

  • Masthead Restaurant

    Vancouver Island

    The patio deck of this charming, 1863 heritage-building restaurant is a fine place for a splurge, and the $37 three-course BC-sourced tasting menu is…

  • Commoner

    Toronto

    The Commoner is a swanky gastropub in Roncesvalles Village. Lush jewel tones and antique pieces fill the massive yet welcoming space, and the patio is…

  • Smith

    Toronto

    Come to this bohemian-chic eatery in the heart of the Village for brunch, when the classics are served with flair: eggs Benedict with leek fondue, a short…

  • Bread Milk & Honey

    Southern Alberta

    With excellent coffee and everything from oatmeal loaded with banana, cinnamon and almond to a bacon burrito, this is the place to come for breakfast. The…

  • Pro-Mer

    New Brunswick

    The is the place to eat seafood in town. Next to the bobbing boats in the marina, get your fill of breaded clam poutine, seafood lasagna or whole lobster…

  • Dancing Goat

    Cape Breton Island

    When a place this out of the way is this busy, it's gotta be good. Everything is homemade, most ingredients are local, and the hearty breakfasts are the…

  • Mercato

    Calgary

    Attached to an open-plan Italian market-deli that sells everything from coffee to salami, Mercato is one of those local restaurants that gets everything…

  • Studio East

    Halifax

    Asian fusion of the first order: sticky hoisin-braised ribs, pork- and fish-curry ramen, Thai salads and Japanese 'Karaage' chicken dinners, with pickles,…

  • Trattoria Nervosa

    Toronto

    In the heart of fancy Yorkville, this restaurant is an attitude-free oasis. The patio is a good corner from which to people-watch well-heeled passersby…

  • Richard's Seafood

    Prince Edward Island

    Lobster rolls, fish sandwiches, sea-scallop burgers – when it comes to seafood on the north shore, Richard's longstanding shack is the place to go to try…

  • Restaurant La Goéliche

    Québec

    One of the island's best and most sophisticated restaurants, La Goéliche serves gourmet French cuisine and some local dishes, with starters such as pan…

  • Koutouki Greek Cuisine

    Niagara Falls

    A local favorite with an old-world feel, Koutouki serves classic Greek cuisine with a homey but elegant touch. Meals are beautifully presented and filling…

  • St-Viateur Bagel & Café

    Montréal

    A splendid cafe that serves its signature bagels, grilled or nature, with soup or salad. There are about a dozen sandwiches but most popular are the…

  • Remedy Cafe

    Edmonton

    The original Remedy Cafe – there are several in town – where you can sit and sip chai until late in the evening. There's a plethora of sweets, treats and…

  • Trailhead Café

    Lake Louise

    This is the place to come for breakfast or a takeout lunch. Wraps and sandwiches are made to order, the staff are well versed in the espresso machine, and…

  • Philip's Cafe

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    A must pre- or post-ferry stop for yummy baked goods and creative sandwiches such as apple and sharp cheddar on molasses-raisin bread. The breakfasts are…

  • Billy's Seafood Company

    Saint John

    Next to the City Market, locals and visitors alike come here to dine on satisfying seafood dishes. Try bayou seafood stew, white-wine garlic mussels or…

  • Chez Temporel

    Québec City

    Hidden away on a side street just off the beaten path, this charming little cafe serves tasty sandwiches, homemade soups and quiches, pizza plus…

  • Café Vieille France

    Québec

    Whoa. Where did this place come from? It's a nondescript building set across from a nondescript housing complex, but inside? Incredible French cuisine:…

  • Origines

    New Brunswick

    While the seaside restaurant may be new on the scene, the chef isn't. This culinary artist has returned to his hometown to create five-course meals from…

  • Art Is In Bakery

    Ottawa

    Start the day with a breakfast sandwich or croissant and an excellent cappuccino at this buzzy bakery cafe, occupying a warehouse space on an industrial…

  • Octopus Ice Cream

    New Brunswick

    Come to this place right on the harbor to be spoiled by choice. Black cherry, pistachio, chocolate peanut butter and countless other flavors come as cones…

  • Déjà Vu Cafe

    Saskatchewan

    Plethora – that's the theme at this legendary diner located downtown. Milkshakes come in 80 flavors, and there are dozens of dipping sauces for the…

  • Kazu

    Montréal

    Kazuo Akutsu’s frenetic hole-in-the-wall in the Concordia Chinatown draws long lines of people waiting for gyoza (dumplings), ramen-noodle soup and…

  • Le Bon Vivant

    Montréal

    Part of the lineup of great restaurants on Rue Notre-Dame in Little Burgundy, this locally owned bistro has a welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff,…

  • Calactus

    New Brunswick

    Busy, bright and welcoming with a bit of a hippy vibe, this vegetarian restaurant excels with unexpected dishes such as lasagna and burgers. You'll also…

  • Meat

    Edmonton

    Spicy fried chicken, pulled pork by the pound and beef brisket are why people pack into this tasty restaurant night after night. It's got decent beers on…

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