Things to do in Stratford
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Down the Street Bar & Restaurant
Darkly atmospheric, with gorgeous gilt mirrors and old neons stirring memories of Parisian cafes, this place offers pre-theater dining, microbrews and wines by the glass. The menu is multicultural (thin-crust pizzas, goat cheese enchiladas) and late night the bar steps up as one of Stratford’s more kickin’ nocturnal haunts.
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Gallery Stratford
In a renovated 1880s pump house, Gallery Stratford exhibits innovative contemporary art with a Canadian emphasis. If your timing’s good, there are regular art studios, movie nights and family days. A community studio lets kids create their own pieces. Bring a picnic and wander over to Queen’s Park afterwards.
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York Street Kitchen
This technicolor bunker at the bottom of an old riverside warehouse dishes up homestyle cooking: show-stopper sandwiches on homemade bread, brie fritters, salads, quiches and desserts. Try the ‘Mennonite’ sandwich: sausage, cheddar, corn relish, tomato, honey mustard, mayo and lettuce.
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Raja
Challenging Stratford’s demure Anglo tastes with funky lashings of chili and spice, Raja plates up super curries, soups, salads, breads, vegetarian and tandoori dishes and serves them on white linen. Staff are dapper and unfailingly polite.
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Tango Café & Grill
Aromatic coffee has bean-fiends tangoing through the doors here, many of whom decide to stay for a tasty sandwich, omelet, burger or salad. Fair trade coffee blends include the light-roasted ‘Sleepy Monk’ and tongue-in-cheek ‘Moonbucks.’
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Old Prune
From November until March, the famous Stratford Chef's School trains at this Edwardian house. Expect fresh, often organic and contemporary food with a hint of Québécois cuisine. Make reservations.
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Shakespearean Gardens
Shakespearean Gardens occupy the site of an old wool mill. Parterre gardens, manicured box hedges, herbs, roses and a bronze bust of Bill – pick up a brochure at Stratford Tourism.
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Stratford-Perth Museum
The draws here include hockey memorabilia (with some serious hockey fans running the show), collections of 20th-century Canadiana, and historical and cultural exhibitions, and a 1km walking trail.
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Let Them Eat Cake
All-day breakfast (we couldn’t deny ourselves the eggs benny pizza) as well as fresh-baked scones and muffins make this Stratford institution the perfect place to start your morning.
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Boat Tours & Rentals
Glide for 30 minutes past swans, grand gardens and theatres. Tours depart from the boathouse on York St. Canoes, kayaks and paddleboats can also be rented ($10 to $20 per hour).
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Church Restaurant
A grande old dame of Stratford's culinary scene, the restaurant is set inside the old Christ Church (1874), with organ and altar still intact. Reservations are essential.
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York St Kitchen
Excellent sandwiches and home-style cooking are dished out at this jazzy little café, covered in inspiring artwork.
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Veg Out
Fresh juices, smoothies, and amazing meatless dishes are cheerfully served at this vegan restaurant.
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Pazzo Pizzeria
Critics rave about the pizza served here. Upstairs, the ristorante has an excellent wine list.
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