Ottawa
In the heart of the downtown core, this upscale but accessible Italian ristorante's delicious, authentic food, extensive wine list and excellent service…
Must-see restaurants in Ontario
Southwestern Ontario
This spacious cafe-bistro is a casual spot for lunch, dinner or just a drink on the patio. Mains take modern twists on cuisines that have shaped Canada –…
Northern Ontario
Appetites beware: you're about to be obliterated. In the historic Bank of Montreal building, hefty carnivorous portions are dished out amid black-and…
Eastern Ontario
This community market is a great place to grab a coffee and stop at the C'est Chaud wood-fired pizza stand. It's mostly geared toward tasting and buying…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
The Korean-Canadian couple behind these restaurants has remixed the Korean bibimbap into deliciously satisfying meatless and wheatless superfood bowls,…
Northern Ontario
With its red-and-black checkered tablecloths and chintzy chandeliers, Terry's is the top choice in Cochrane for a steak. The likes of rib eye and filet…
Ottawa
The downtown location of this breakfast (and more) franchise is so handy and the menu so egg-citing that we couldn't resist sharing. It's cheap, cheery…
Eastern Ontario
This ice-cream parlor and drive-through sells flavors, including the recommended Moose Tracks, in cones, waffle cones, cups, milkshakes, smoothies and…
Niagara Falls
For extraterrestrial fast food, you can't go past this iconic diner on the Lundy's Lane motel strip. Famous $3.50 early-bird breakfasts are served from…
The Beaches
Across from Kew Gardens, this simple eatery serves classic Indian dishes – tikka masala, vindaloo – in a eye-catchingly green room. Be sure to order the…
Toronto
A Toronto institution, this Jewish bakery has been serving customers since 1945. Stocked with all sorts of pies, cakes, cookies and bread, the challah and…
Southwestern Ontario
A hole in the wall cooking up a variety of wrap roti: Caribbean flatbread wrapped around curried stews with vegetables, shrimp and even goat. Jerk chicken…
Toronto
The Hare Krishna movement has been feeding budget travelers around the globe for decades. Toronto is no exception. Politely decline any offers of…
Ottawa
Named for the owner's mother, who perfected the art of a stone-cold poker bluff, this popular joint is a great spot to taste local craft brews such as…
Northern Ontario
Average Joe's is anything but average. Arriving by land, water, or frozen lake in the winter, enjoy the broad menu and Lake of Bays draught beers while…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
Toronto culinary powerhouse Brooke McDougall brings his sophisticated menu of continentally hewn cuisine to this hip, bilevel downtowner. His creative…
East Toronto & Rosedale
A neighborhood pizzeria specializing in Roman-style pies, from the traditional (pepperoni and cheese) to the unusual (brussels sprouts and maple syrup)…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
Duck into this small chocolate shop for an eyeful of handcrafted chocolate beauties, from truffles and gelato to cookies and hot cocoa. Look closely at…
Southwestern Ontario
Hearty breakfasts and home-style faves await you at Willy's: pancakes, pierogi, pizza and burgers are all on the menu. For the adventurous (or very hungry…
Toronto Islands
A beachside kiosk serving up traditional gyro sandwiches stuffed with beef, lamb, chicken or pork. Watch as the server cuts the meat right off the spit…
Southwestern Ontario
This cozy, dimly lit restaurant specializes in classic Italian dishes. Pasta with your choice of 10 different sauces is the specialty; dishes are often…
Southwestern Ontario
From October to March, Stratford's renowned culinary school hosts a dinner series, when students practice their craft by prepping dinners for the general…
Toronto
Three floors of moody lighting, textured jade paint, framed nudes, wooden church pews and jaunty ceiling angels set the scene for a dazzling selection of…
Old Town, Corktown & Distillery District
Built in the 1950s, the Patrician has been run by the same family since 1967. Photographers will have a field day with the neon outside and the original…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
Part of the wildly popular Terroni brand, this downtown location houses both a casual eatery (La Mensa) and an elegant restaurant (Da Geppetto). You can…
Georgian Bay
Come say hello to Ken as he fries your lightly battered fresh lake pickerel to perfection. He got a part-time job here at 14 when it was a pool hall,…
Southwestern Ontario
With an emphasis on fresh seasonal local produce, this French country kitchen has a wonderfully simple lunch menu and is popular for its Wednesday and…
Kensington Market & Chinatown
A Queen St institution, the Queen Mother is beloved for its cozy, dark wooden booths and excellent pan-Asian menu. Canadian comfort food is also on offer …
Northern Ontario
The restaurant at Voyageurs' Lodge serves Lake Superior trout or whitefish with chips, mammoth homemade burgers and the best tastin' gravy for miles. The…
Southwestern Ontario
Forget the local greasy spoons and say hi to chatty Armen as he prepares a tasty sandwich from the ever-changing menu. A rotating summer menu highlights…
Toronto
Great for weekday lunches, weekend brunches and dinner any time, Sambucas' Italian menu has some North American twists. Pastas are hearty, risottos creamy…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
This is Mexican street-food heaven, from the industrial-chic atmosphere to the standout Baja fish tacos. Complete with a fully stocked apothecary cabinet…
Toronto
This bistro is a pastel dream, with baby-pink walls, teal banquette seating and hints of yellow. The patio is just as elegant, and the food just as divine…
Niagara Falls
British expats craving a decent or even fancy cuppa, cucumber sandwiches, steak and kidney or fish-and-chips with mushy peas should head straight to this…
Toronto
Popular with visiting celebrities and a moneyed clientele, Sassafraz epitomizes Yorkville with its elegant yet breezy decor. Jazz combos serenade weekend…
Gio Rana's Really Really Nice Restaurant
The Beaches
There's no signage at this quirky, fun joint, just a massive Italianate nose on the exterior of an otherwise nondescript 1950s bank building. Locals come…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
There's usually a line here for some of Toronto's best Thai curry and noodles. Reservations aren't accepted, but it's worth the wait. Once inside, service…
Kensington Market & Chinatown
The cleanest and best located of Chinatown's dumpling houses prepares plump and juicy dumplings to authentic recipes passed on down for generations…
Kensington Market & Chinatown
This humble wholefoods joint specializes in vegetarian meals sans additives and preservatives, including salads, rice bowls, chunky soups and specialty…
Northern Maverick Brewing Company
Entertainment & Financial Districts
Northern Maverick's massive space includes a brewery, a restaurant and a retail store. From weekend brunch to $1 oysters on Sunday evenings, there's more…
