Must-see restaurants in Canada

  • Annie's Place Cafe

    Halifax

    A slice of small town in the heart of Halifax, Annie's welcomes you in and serves up a hearty breakfast all day, including freshly baked bread and…

  • Antigonish Townhouse

    Nova Scotia

    Swing by this popular town pub for a pint of something local or a plate of chicken-confit poutine or moules frites. It's a favorite hangout for students…

  • Bread & Sons Bakery

    Ottawa

    This bakery claims to do the best coffee on the block. It certainly makes wonderful pastries, cookies, scones, tarts, mini-quiches, pizza, and breakfast…

  • Gables

    New Brunswick

    Seafood and views of Navy Island through a row of tall windows dominate this comfortable Victorian clapboard building. To enter, head down the alley onto…

  • Seaside Restaurant & Take Out

    New Brunswick

    Right on Mac's Beach, the simple but spacious Seaside Restaurant serves fish-and-chips, scallops, chowder and more next to the sand and with views of the…

  • Patio Cafe

    Saskatchewan

    The spot to come for cafe eats and coffees in Waskesiu, with a solid menu including burgers, salads, pizzas and Mexican, along with muffins and baked…

  • Market

    New Brunswick

    Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings see a market set up in the town center during July and August. Vendors sell local food like the doughnut-style…

  • Oliver Street Bar & Grill

    British Columbia

    The Williams Lake version of the industrial-style local sports bar and grill where all your eating, drinking and sports-watching needs will be satisfied…

  • Buckshot Betty's Restaurant and Cafe

    Yukon Territory

    Your best bet for a decent feed in Beaver Creek. Pizzas and main dinner courses such as pork cutlet and chicken parmesan (both $16.95). Betty's also has a…

  • Family Fisheries Restaurant

    New Brunswick

    Part of a fresh-fish market, this ultra-casual seafood shack specializes in fish-and-chips (all the seafood is caught by family members), plus lip…

  • SCKS Société culturelle Kent-Sud

    New Brunswick

    Full of local art, baked goods, salads and soups, this little nonprofit cafe is a pleasant place to stop for coffee and simple French-style snack lunches…

  • Big Scoop Ice Cream Parlor

    Southern Alberta

    Celebrate completing a long hike (or a stroll around town) with a large scoop of ice cream in a homemade, chocolate-dipped waffle cone. You can choose…

  • Ocean View Pub & Grill

    Haida Gwaii

    Decent pub grub at this simple but friendly pub in the heart of Queen Charlotte. We're talking fish-and--chips, burgers and sandwiches. Craft beers on tap…

  • Main Beach Bar and Grill

    Saskatchewan

    If it's a sunny day, linger a while here. It's open year-round, serving cold beer and the best (and only) pub grub in town. There's a fantastic large…

  • Fukasaku

    Prince Rupert

    This excellent sushi place has a menu crafted with certified sustainability in mind. Enjoy uberfresh seafood in rolls, sashimi, donburi etc. The dining…

  • Breakwater

    Nova Scotia

    The pick of Pictou's limited choice of dining, this simple place serves seafood, steaks and burgers in a spacious, booth-filled building overlooking the…

  • Seasalt & Thyme

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    Besides the stylish rooms, Seasalt & Thyme also runs a nice gastropub, serving chicken bechamel pizza, burgers served on toutons, and fishcakes.

  • Stubborn Goat

    Halifax

    Belly-filling pub grub, from generous burgers to fish-and-chips, is what's on offer at the Goat. The beer selection is good, and it also has a seasonal…

  • Rope Loft

    Nova Scotia

    Head onto the deck of this popular waterside pub for Chester's best dining with a view. Seafood features strongly on the menu, alongside burgers, club…

  • Dessart Sweets Ice Cream & Candy Store

    Regina

    A top spot on warm summer days. Order an ice cream or banana split at the outside hole-in-the-wall and enjoy the outside seating, or head inside for a…

  • Sully's Ice Cream Parlour

    New Brunswick

    Housed in the restored train station, Sully's scoops up all of your favorite ice cream along with some unique homemade flavors. Try their ice pops,…

  • Homestead Ice Cream

    Saskatoon

    A red-and-white vision of fun, this old-style ice-cream parlor is in a residential neighborhood close to Nutana. The list of flavors is endless; enjoy…

  • Mariposa Market

    Muskoka Lakes

    This half-bakery, half-knickknack shack is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Try the assortment of savory pastries for a light lunch, grab a…

  • Saskatoon Farmers Market

    Saskatoon

    In the River Landing area, this market has an indoor area with cafes and stalls open through the year, but the main action is outside on market days in…

  • Smiles Seafood

    Prince Rupert

    Since 1934 Smiles has served classic, casual seafood meals. Slide into a vinyl booth and enjoy a shrimp club sandwich or a fresh halibut steak. Also has…

  • Bistro Café d'Chez Nous

    Îles de la Madeleine

    As cute and bohemian a cafe as you could wish for, this is a great spot for a strong coffee and a fresh croissant, or whatever other light sandwich, salad…

  • Pizza Station

    Muskoka Lakes

    Locals swear by this nondescript pizza joint for its steaming-hot cheesy goodness with just the right amount of toppings and a crispy, crunchy crust. Take…

  • Sabhai Thai

    Vancouver Island

    A cozy locals' favorite with a bonus patio and a good line in authentic curry dishes and pad Thai. The lunch combos ($11 to $13) are good value and…

  • Bistro Bar Brise-Bise

    Gaspé Peninsula

    Devour pizzas, burgers, mussels and fries, cod and lobster plucked fresh from the ocean while enjoying a nicely packed entertainment schedule at the town…

  • Angela's Shoreline Restaurant

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    Near Burgeo Haven B&B, Angela's whips up comfort food in addition to ever-present fish dishes. The burgers are homemade and flavorful.

  • Borderon et Fils

    Québec City

    Look for this renowned baguette master’s stand inside the Halles Cartier market in Montcalm. It has sandwiches and set lunch menus too.

  • White Horse Restaurant

    Ottawa

    This wonderful little greasy spoon is the nearest place to the Ottawa train station to get a meal, and boasts good old-fashioned home cooking and the…

  • Asian Hut

    Saskatoon

    There's a down-at-the-heels hipster vibe at this Riversdale outpost for cheap and cheerful Asian food. People line up for the fresh and tasty Chinese,…

  • Fruit World

    Okanagan Valley

    Fruit from all over, plus vegetables, preserves, honey, olive oil and all sorts of good stuff, just over the road from D Dutchmen Dairy.

  • Maison Bulgogi

    Montréal

    This simple eatery is a reliable option for delicious Korean classics at reasonable prices. Be sure to try the kimchi jigae (kimchi stews) and homemade…

  • Hebel's

    Nova Scotia

    Rich offerings such as stroganoff, seafood creole and veal in mushroom sauce are the order of the day at this traditional restaurant. German and Austrian…

  • Windows on the Water

    Prince Edward Island

    Owner Lillian Dingwell cooks up a varied menu of island dishes at her quaint, longstanding restaurant – including delicious blue mussels, homemade fish…

  • Herring Choker Deli

    Cape Breton Island

    Swing by this roadside diner-deli, 12km southwest of Baddeck, for a pit stop. It serves up soups, sandwiches, wraps and salads, plus breads, pastries and…

  • Waterfront Restaurant

    Prince Rupert

    Nab a table with a fantastic waterfront view and dig into delicious, fresh ingredients used with color and flair. It has a changing menu of dishes created…

  • Robinsons Foods

    Jasper Town & Around

    Jasper's best supermarket is a great place to shop for trail snacks, picnic supplies or a self-catering dinner – and prices are surprisingly reasonable…

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