Where to eat Canadian food in Niagara-on-the-Lake: The Best Restaurants and Bars

June 12, 2020 Hana Mouser

Discover Restaurants offering the best Canadian food in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada. In Canada's wine country, Niagara-on-the-Lake presents a well-preserved 19th-century village and its charms. Drive or bike through the area, stopping at wineries and Fort George National Historic Site. Ride along the Niagara Escarpment on horseback or book a white-water adventure at nearby Niagara Falls (you might have heard of them).
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10. Benchmark Restaurant at Niagara College

135 Taylor Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada Canadian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Highchairs Available +1 905-641-2252 http://www.ncbenchmark.ca/menu/
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4 based on 337 reviews

Benchmark Restaurant at Niagara College

Reviewed By Johnny19039

Whenever I'm in the area, I have to eat in this extraordinary restaurant at least once. And I've been doing this for 12 years now. The Benchmark Restaurant at Niagara College's Canadian Food & Wine Institute is run by students who are studying at the institute and who will be working in upscale restaurants in the future. Therefore the prices are lower than in comparable restaurants.There were two of us for dinner and we reserved a table online, which worked without any problems. The menu is appealing and there is something for every taste. As you can see in the attached photos, the dishes are professionally presented and they taste delicious. In this respect, this restaurant is better than many commercial establishments in the area.This evening the service was a bit clumsy, but this was not a problem as it was a student in training who will certainly learn a lot more.You can also choose wines made by the Wine Institute itself.All in all, this restaurant is a pleasant place to spend an evening, which is also appreciated by many other guests. Therefore a reservation is absolutely recommendable.

9. Cannery Restaurant

48 John St at Pillar and Post, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada American, Canadian Brunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Serves Alcohol, Reservations, Buffet, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Valet Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Fr +1 905-468-2123 http://www.vintage-hotels.com/pillarandpost/dining.php
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4 based on 900 reviews

Cannery Restaurant

The Cannery menu will appease every appetite with a balanced selection of steak, seafood, and vegetarian options. Our Executive Chef prepares generous portions that allow local Niagara-on-the-Lake ingredients to shine. Top it all off with a sweet and savo

Reviewed By Faraway5

We went here for our anniversary and booked well in advance, informing them that it was for a special occasion. What a disappointment. We were stuck in a dark back corner by the elevator and forgotten about. It was so dark that we needed to use our phones to light up the menu. The waiter took our orders and then disappeared for 45 minutes. When he finally came back it was with bread for the table and then 15 minutes later our entrees. It was a full hour waiting for our food and when it arrived it was terrible. My meal was so salty I couldn't eat it and when I told the waiter, nothing was done, they just took it away. I was still hungry so we decided to order a dessert and that took another half an hour to arrive! At the end of our meal the first waiter we had came back ( we had 2 different people) and he offered us a glass of sparkling wine to make up for the delay, nice offer but frankly not enough at that point. We were there about 2.5 hours in total, getting the check was not easy, a very long wait! We had terrible food and an awful experience. It ruined what was supposed to be a very special and memorable occasion, it was memorable for all the wrong reasons. If you think I am being too harsh a critic, please read some of my many other reviews. I am usually a very positive and fair reviewer, I only give a bad review when I have a really bad experience. This restaurant deserved the bad review.

8. The Olde Angel Inn

224 Regent Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada Bar, British, Pub, Canadian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Takeout, Reservations, Parking Available, Street Parking, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Mus [email protected] +1 905-468-3411 http://www.angel-inn.com
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4 based on 2698 reviews

The Olde Angel Inn

Step through the doors and back into history! The Olde Angel Inn (Circa 1789 - burned down as a result of the war of 1812 and rebuilt in 1815) is situated in the heart of the historic district. We have 5 cosy, comfortable historic rooms and we are a short

Reviewed By Maryann L

Our party of six enjoyed the well prepared English style Pub fare.We found the menu quite appealing. All our entrees were perfectly seasoned and attractively served. We had fish and chips, bangers and mash, seafood pie, scallops wrapped in bacon and kidney pie. The craft beer and local wines were likewise very good. Service was friendly and attentive. Prices are most reasonable especially in the heart of the historic district. We had a reservation and were glad we did since the pub can get crowded especially on weekends when there is live entertainment..

7. Hob Nob Restaurant

209 Queen Street Located in the Charles Hotel, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada Canadian, Seafood, Barbecue, Fusion Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wine and Beer [email protected] +1 905-468-4588 http://www.niagarasfinest.com/properties/hobnob/dining/
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4 based on 1309 reviews

Hob Nob Restaurant

The HobNob restaurant & wine bar serves contemporary French cuisine with a regional flare. The restaurant features breakfast, lunch, dinner. Visit the dining room, lounge, wine bar or fully licensed patio where you can enjoy a wide range of delicacies acc

Reviewed By tshep42

We stopped here as part of a full day tour for lunch. It was a very leisurely, slow lunch. But there was a rather large tour group there at the same time and the place was full. The staff were friendly and attentive. It’s in an old house and the decor was nice. Beautiful garden out back so sit on the back deck if you can. We weren’t allowed to sit there with our tour group. Location is on the Queen Street, the main road in town. Food was all just excellent from appetizers to dessert. Menu was very limited but that might have because we were there as part of a wine tour. Thank you for taking the time to write us a review! We do offer a limited menu as part of the wine tour, however feel free to come back and try the rest of what we have to offer! We hope to see you soon!

6. The Irish Harp Pub

245 King St., Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada Gastropub, Irish, Bar, British, Pub, Canadian Drinks, Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, [email protected] +1 905-468-4443 http://theirishharppub.com/
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4 based on 3247 reviews

The Irish Harp Pub

In 2006, our founder Trevor Smyth had an incredible vision to build an authentic Irish Pub, here in Niagara-on-the-lake, that would rival any on the Emerald Isle. True to the Irish Pub experience, our focus on amazing service, quality ingredients & genero

Reviewed By Tim S

Had dinner here. Found prices very reasonable and the food was good. The service was very quick even though it was crowded and all of our servers were very efficient and friendly.

5. Backhouse

242 Mary Street Small Strip Mall Uptown NOTL, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada Contemporary, Canadian Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Ser [email protected] +1 289-272-1242 http://backhouse.xyz
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4 based on 609 reviews

Backhouse

Quietly tucked away in a small strip-mall in uptown Niagara on the Lake is one of Canada’s best restaurants. Backhouse offers a continuously evolving tasting menu with a commitment to integrated cool climate cuisine and enlightened hospitality. Upon findi

Reviewed By John M

My wife had a glass of wine and I had a martini. The drinks were tiny and insipid. The price 41 dollars Canadian.

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4. Trius Winery Restaurant

1249 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada Canadian, International, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, T [email protected] +1 905-468-7123 http://www.triuswines.com/cms-trius/trius/eat/menus.html
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4 based on 857 reviews

Trius Winery Restaurant

Hillebrand Winery Restaurant celebrates the relationship between our land, our people, our wines and our food. Chef Frank Dodd showcases locally inspired cuisine made with ingredients from the bounty of Niagara Wine Country, and Winemaker Craig McDonald p

Reviewed By Robin J

We enjoy brunch and dinner mostly but there is nothing but great food on their menu.The chef uses local ingredients and prepares everything fresh.The wine pairings are well thought out.Fabulous dining room and the service is always top notch.Highly recommend this venue to all who enjoy fine dining.

Where to Eat in Niagara-on-the-Lake: The Best Restaurants and Bars

3. Treadwell

114 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada Wine Bar, Canadian, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 905-934-9797 http://www.treadwellcuisine.com/index.php
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4 based on 2020 reviews

Treadwell

Since opening in May 2006, Treadwell has become one of Canada's most critically acclaimed restaurants. Located in the heart of Niagara on the Lake, Treadwell's "Farm-to-Table" philosophy allows Chef-Owner Stephen Treadwell to showcase the very best of sea

Reviewed By 254amelieb

A sunday in the hood, treadwell is always a great choice!Sitting at the bar, looking a chefs cooking, impeccable !Food was delicious, chef’s work incredible but the service is unfortunately not as good! Room for improvement especially when you wait for your bottle of sparkling for over 20’ and hear service being called over 4times by the chefs and no one showings up!

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2. Noble

6 Picton Street Prince of Wales Hotel, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada International, Healthy, Canadian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discove [email protected] +1 905-468-3246 http://www.vintage-hotels.com/princeofwales/noble.php
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4 based on 243 reviews

Noble

Indulge in unforgettable fine dining in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Handcrafted gourmet cuisine and our passionate staff create the perfect experience for dinner guests at the Prince of Wales. From an upscale eatery to a whimsical tearoom, our hotel transcends o

Reviewed By R8506AOlindam

Our party of two chose this restaurant as part of our milestone birthday girls getaway. The breakfast package was a room upgrade available with our hotel room at the onsite Prince of Wales Hotel. The menu was inclusive. We chose the Bakery Breakfast, including warm danish and croissants, a selection of preserves, fresh fruit, juice and coffee. Our server was charming and attentive. We were seated at a window table. The view of the park and flowers was beautiful. The chef added a special sweet plate as a birthday treat. All food was fresh and nicely plated. The coffee was hot, the juice was tasty and cold. We would definitely return. Hi R8506AOlindam,Thank you so much for joining us for breakfast at Noble! We are delighted to hear that we are able to make your milestone birthday celebration special! As we commit to consistently making each Guest’s experience exceptional and memorable, we truly appreciate that you took the time to share this wonderful review with us! I am happy to pass your kind comments to my team! Thank you for choosing us for your special occasion! We look forward to welcoming you back!Sherry HaoFood and Beverage Supervisor

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1. LIV Restaurant

253 Taylor Rd White Oaks Resort & Spa, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L2J 2V8 Canada Canadian, Contemporary Breakfast, Dinner Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wine and Beer, BYOB [email protected] +1 905-688-2550 http://www.whiteoaksresort.com/liv-restaurant.html
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4 based on 378 reviews

LIV Restaurant

LIV Restaurant is the award-winning, unforgettable gem, located at White Oaks Resort in Niagara on the Lake. The locally inspired wine list, lighting and music in LIV provide a fantastic backdrop to a spectacular dining experience. The service exemplifies

Reviewed By wheeleee

Breakfast from the menu was a disaster. Forty five minutes to get the food which was inedible. Do not even consider the turkey sausage.We stayed 2 nights and the buffet breakfast the following day was ok. Nothing special.We also had dinner, one night. The food was really good. Very large portions. Consider sharing.In spite of the breakfast problems, the service was good. Everyone tries to please (except the breakfast chef).Room could use an update with an attractive bar area which sorely lacking in this hotel.Thank you wheeleee for taking the time to write us about your dining experience with us in LIV. I have had the opportunity to follow up with our Dining Room Manager and our Executive Chef regarding your comments. I am happy to hear we were able to take care of your issues with your meal and service the morning you dined with us.We truly value all feedback we receive and all comments and concerns are taken very seriously. After all, the guest who wants to bring out the best at our resort is the greatest guest of all!Thank you again for your comments.Sincerely,Catherine Mitchell, Food and Beverage Administrator

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