Banff & Jasper National Parks
One of several restaurants in Kananaskis Village owned by the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge, Forte starts serving at breakfast time but really hits…
Must-see restaurants in Canada
Nova Scotia
Try the steamed clams or the rappie pie (meat pie topped with grated potato) at this pleasantly old-fashioned and long-running local restaurant. There's…
Nova Scotia
If it's fish-and-chips, homemade chowder, delicious pies and supersize club sandwiches you want, this homey diner down by the water will definitely fit…
British Columbia
An excellent pub with live music on Sundays. It's hugely popular with locals, who love the burgers and hearty fare, which are way above average. The beer…
Annapolis Valley
The owners of this Teutonic-themed cafe hail from Saxony in Germany, and specialize in goodies such as schnitzel, sausages and belegte brötchen …
Halifax
Easy-going eating is the ethos at this downtown joint, good for comforting dishes such as pork chops, steak-frites and classic burgers. There's a vaguely…
Okanagan Valley
The place for dating locals. Serves up authentic Greek-island cuisine in the atmospheric, fire-lit interior or out on the patio. The garithes uvetsi is a…
Saskatchewan
An island of culinary pleasure, the signature soup made from locally sourced wild rice shouldn't be missed. Mains span seafood, pasta, steaks and…
Charlottetown
Every town needs its coffee corner, and this place is Charlottetown's, with hand-written menus and sofas to lounge around on while indulging in your flat…
Newfoundland & Labrador
Meals at the Edge of the Avalon are quite good – you can scarf down good-quality fish tacos, burgers and the like – but the real draw is the views that…
Whitehorse
You'd think you would have to head south across two borders to find Mexican this authentic. Burritos here are the real thing – get them with the spicy mix…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
A hoppin' spot for Mexican street eats, La Carnita is the place to grab a cocktail and indulge in some of the best tacos in town. The Toronto-based chain…
Kelowna
Baked goods, paninis and soups go with your excellent coffee or tea at this sharp, category-busting cafe right downtown. It includes an antiques and rare…
Northern BC
The authentic Mediterranean dishes never disappoint here. Dine or simply enjoy a glass of BC wine in the stylish interior or outside on the patio. Much of…
British Columbia
In the town center, this sprightly cafe has a bakery and excellent coffee. Get a sandwich to go, or eat in to enjoy the menu of soups, salads, hot…
New Brunswick
In this cozy restaurant, chef-owner Thane combines fresh, local ingredients with global techniques to let you travel the world on your plate. A front…
New Brunswick
Next to the lighthouse on Pointe-du-Chêne Wharf, the Sandbar serves pub fare with a seafood slant and a long list of cocktails. The patio is popular on…
Southern Alberta
Enjoy Waterton's best breakfast spot on the sunny front patio for good strong coffee and several hearty, innovative variations on French toast and…
Georgian Bay
You won't regret the trek to Grandma Lambe's (west on Hwy 26 just outside of Meaford). The store is a delicious jumble of maple syrup vintages, butter…
Southwestern Ontario
Windsor has a reputation for being the place for Italian, and Spago fits the bill. If you're not in the mood for pasta, rest assured: staff also deliver…
Muskoka Lakes
With a lovely covered patio offering glimpses of the water and some classy original twists on old favorites, the Mill is a good spot for a casual meal or…
Labrador
After a day in the woods, a nice slab of grilled or smoked pure meaty goodness goes down a treat. At this smokehouse you can wolf down rib eyes, burgers…
Southwestern Ontario
Wave to the anglers on the Grand River from the shady Brewhouse patio as you weigh up the benefits of cheddar and ale soup, bangers and mash, or chicken…
Ottawa
This gastropub is luring foodies to Ottawa's west end with its savvy selection of hearty mains, ranging from pulled pork ragout to east coast sea scallops…
Prince Edward Island
If all the talk of Cavendish's favorite fictional orphan Anne of Green Gables is driving you to drink, here's where to come. Simple but hearty pub meals…
Îles de la Madeleine
It's not every day you find a restaurant run by a guy who happens to be an Arctic and Antarctic diver-filmmaker, but hey, that's the Îles de la Madeleine…
New Brunswick
A family-owned fishery since 1969, these guys know their lobster. Chill out on the deck with a beer or a smoothie and hot lobster or spinach dip to share…
Northwest Territories
Right in the heart of town, this cafe/book exchange is decked out with striking nature photos and serves good coffee, freshly baked sticky cinnamon buns…
St John's
This trendy spot is a good bet for high-grade traditional sushi, Nobu-style sashimi and crisp tempura with sea salt. Basho is also known for exceptional…
Saskatchewan
This Greek restaurant serves up traditional favorites such as gyros, calamari and spanakopita. There's a lovely outdoor patio and it has locally brewed…
Kelowna
Acclaimed chef Jeremy Luypen has created excellent locally sourced and organic menus for lunch and dinner. In between, there is an exquisite selection of…
Toronto
An Annex fixture, this cheerful corner bistro has a fusion menu that leans toward Middle Eastern. Although there's plenty of meat on offer, vegetarians…
Saguenay-Lac St Jean
Popular local hub where you can tuck into poutines, salads and burgers on the verandah and catch live music on the weekends. Try a beer from the owners'…
Charlottetown
If you're up for something a little exotic, how about some savory Taiwanese vegetarian dishes served in this cozy Victorian building, fitted out with…
Boulangerie Artisanale La Pétrie
Gaspé Peninsula
Bracketed by an enormous, vibrant mural, this artsy cafe serves up delicious hot sandwiches, slices of fluffy quiche and bowls of granola, plus some…
Toronto
You'll find all the comfort-food faves here, from tacos to burgers, plus a range of salads, smoothies and juices – all completely plant based and organic…
Southwestern Ontario
This 'coffee pub' serves more than caffeinated and alcoholic beverages: sandwiches, salads and thin-crust pizzas will fill you up. Sip your trendy brew in…
Nova Scotia
For quick and easy eating, this friendly seafood diner is hard to beat: enjoy clams, scallops, battered haddock and fish tacos, along with hand-cut chips,…
Charlottetown
A little slice of PEI countryside comes to downtown Charlottetown with this friendly, frilly spot serving generous sandwiches, German pastries, all-day…
Banff Town
Pushing Starbucks onto the periphery, Evelyn's cranks out some of Banff's best coffee, along with wraps, pies and – best of all – its own selection of…
