Victoria
Go here for a perfect marriage of coffee and doughnuts. The small Victoria chain (six branches) roasts its own beans and bakes its own doughnuts daily…
Victoria
Go here for a perfect marriage of coffee and doughnuts. The small Victoria chain (six branches) roasts its own beans and bakes its own doughnuts daily…
New Brunswick
Right down by the fisheries, with a smokehouse pluming into the air, this place is the real deal. Get your chowders, chips, scallops and clams, lobster…
New Brunswick
When all that activity gets you hungry, head to the Cape House Restaurant in the original lighthouse-keeper's house, where you can enjoy the dramatic view…
New Brunswick
One of two seaside spots known for their creamy chowder sitting side by side on Mac's Beach. Get your fill of seafood with toasted lobster tail or seafood…
Western Newfoundland
This small restaurant has a laid-back ambience (and sometimes the service is a little too laid-back), but it's good for a night out. You can enjoy grilled…
Nova Scotia
A chilled coffee shop overlooking the waterfront, serving grilled cheese sandwiches, muffins and paninis. There's also a gift shop selling souvenir tees,…
Charlottetown
An unusual find in Charlottetown: Cedar's has been serving the home-style flavors of Lebanon to the people of Charlottetown since 1979 and it still rates…
Ottawa
Exposed burgundy brick and classics on the free jukebox make this Gallic-accented gastropub one of Ottawa's favorite places to kick back in style…
Montréal
Despite its crisp white linens and intricate artwork, this bustling Vietnamese restaurant is only slightly pricier than average but with quality…
Manitoba
This cozy pub offers the likes of house-made meat loaf, fish-and-chips, ribs and fish tacos to the accompaniment of live music on weekends. There's no…
Prince Edward Island
Despite its highly improbable location inside Summerside's sports complex, this modern bistro actually turns out top-notch food: Provençal roast chicken,…
Québec City
This lively and very upbeat place in the heart of Old Québec is mostly about burgers – quality ones made from grass-fed beef and served on brioche rolls…
Bruce Peninsula
Locals love Shorty's and with good reason. Appetizers like escargots, crab cakes and calamari fail to disappoint seafood lovers, while mains range from…
Gros Morne National Park
Earle is an institution in Rocky Harbour. This spot gets packed with tourists and locals, from pensioners to families, and has great ice cream, decent…
Northern BC
The folks who used to run the excellent Caravan food truck have set up permanent shop near the railroad tracks on Alfred St. Great comfort food and a top…
Okanagan Valley
Flavors from across Asia season popular local foods at this sprightly restaurant. Look for Japanese, Korean and Thai influences in the halibut curry, fish…
Ste-Adèle
This Italian-owned and -operated restaurant on the shores of Lac Rond serves a dozen different pasta dishes as well as more intricate main courses like…
Jasper Town & Around
In the long-standing Whistlers Inn, the Cassio family concentrates on presenting real Italian fare: gnocchi, meatballs, veal marsala, pasta aglio e olio …
British Columbia
Once Revelstoke's favorite food truck, Taco Club has now laid down some roots in a vintage building downtown. Tacos and burritos are excellent, and all…
Iqaluit
The carnivore-pleasing menu of ribs, wings, country fried chicken, burgers, beef brisket and pulled-pork sandwiches has quickly endeared itself to locals…
Cape Breton Island
This fun cafe and bakery makes an ideal stop at the start or end of your Cabot Trail drive. The decor centers on chickens and hen-based puns, while the…
Old Montréal
Dumplings are handmade just a few feet from the casual dining room, so you know they're made fresh. Order generous portions of steamed or fried dumplings…
Vancouver Island
This popular little dockside cafe has plenty of outdoor picnic tables for you to relax at while digging into generous around-the-world 'snacks' like…
Victoria
A decorous little tearoom in one of Victoria’s oldest houses in front of the Huntingdon Manor hotel where you can get the full monty – ‘high tea’ – with…
Regina
Ambience is the word of the day at this restaurant, situated in a leafy residential area. It has a fantastic tri-level patio that wraps around a huge tree…
New Brunswick
Next to Roosevelt's Cottage, get your lunch canteen-style. On a nice day, sit on the verandah for a sea view. Soups, salads, sandwiches and baking is all…
Haida Gwaii
This Haida-run restaurant next to the river in Tlell at the end of Beitush Rd has excellent, creative seafood and other dishes with island accents, such…
Vancouver Island
With a menu founded on wraps, sandwiches and quesadillas, this cafe in a handsome yellow heritage building in the heart of town has a popular summertime…
Southwestern Ontario
A small house repurposed as an even smaller pub, Paddington's is a local favorite with a full line of craft beers and filling, homestyle specials every…
The Laurentians
In a charming chalet halfway between the ski slopes and Mont-Tremblant Village, this place offers tasty choices such as seafood linguine, Chef Normand’s…
Gaspé Peninsula
Great for a meal and a date and some lovely views, Cargo whips out elegantly prepared fare that still manages to stick to your ribs. Anything with local…
Québec
The spectrum of coffee offered here is pretty fantastic, and the staff brew it strong and tasty, served alongside a colorful menu of fresh sandwiches and…
Montréal
A cute place for a quiche-and-soup brunch set, or to linger over a brownie and laptop time. There are plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free pastry…
Nova Scotia
A beloved snack stop for locals, this hip creperie corners the market in all things pancakey: go savory with a mushroom melt or ham and Swiss, or indulge…
British Columbia
The food at this lively and fun place is both artistic and locally sourced. There are global influences across the menu, which features meat, fish and a…
The Laurentians
This artisanal bakery and cafe run by a charity working with people with special needs serves tasty soups and sandwiches as well as coffee. It's also a…
Vancouver Island
For a respite from campground pasta, this laid-back, locally loved hangout serves food to satisfy a post–West Coast Trail appetite with BC craft beers to…
Montréal
A light-filled bistro with enough space for a small group, or to sit up at the bar, while working through a short but quaint list of brunch items with a…
Saskatchewan
This place gets the nod in La Ronge for decent home-style food, prices and quirkiness. You definitely won't go away hungry. Try The Wild One (wild rice…
Cabane à Sucre Au Pied de Cochon
Montréal
This high-end version of the sugar-shack experience, 45-minutes west of Montréal, is brought to you by renowned Montréal chef Martin Picard. Tables fill…