New Brunswick
While it's Japanese, expect local seafood, produce and ideas incorporated into the recipes. The sashimi, maki and tempura selections are fabulous; but…
Must-see restaurants in Canada
Québec
The name refers to the train that once stopped in Rivière du Loup, but it's also a good description of a menu featuring dishes that take inspiration from…
Leeside Restaurant & Patio Bar
Bruce Peninsula
A throwback to the 1970s with pleather tablecloths and wood paneling, the Leeside serves up hearty breakfasts and no-nonsense meals like burgers, pasta…
Old Montréal
A purveyor of the good old-fashioned steak, Gibby’s serves excellent grilled meats and seafood, including a respected rack of lamb. A mix of corporate…
Gastown & Chinatown
Looking like just another coffee shop in a heritage building from the outside, Brioche has been here for years and has a large menu of comfort-food dishes…
Toronto
The staff of this delightful, stately restaurant will happily recommend wine pairings for the amazing selection of world cheeses. The boardroom-style…
British Columbia
Built on piles over the lake at the edge of town, this historic pub knocks out hearty burgers, stir-frys and sandwiches. But the main reason to come here …
Cape Breton Island
This old-fashioned country inn is popular locally for its filling food and regular music - there's a three-fiddler ceilidh and square dance held every…
Québec
This eatery at the Onhoüa Chetek8e with long communal tables serves what most places do in Wendake – game and offal for the most part – but some of its…
Toronto
A big commercial center right on the water with a lots of fast eats and a couple of chain restaurants. There's a small supermarket inside, too, with a…
Saguenay-Lac St Jean
This build-your-own-burger bar has got a good thing going when it comes to meat on buns. There are tons of burger-component options, from lamb to salmon…
Southwestern Ontario
There's something for everyone at this foodie-friendly restaurant occupying, yes, the former Grand Bend Public School. From tender roast chicken to savory…
Montréal
This humble eatery presents some of the most authentic Japanese in town. Ultrafresh sushi, decent sake, shrimp and vegetable tempura, sukiyaki and grilled…
Dock Marina Restaurant & Gallery
Eastern Newfoundland
There are often lines literally out the door at this waterfront seafood spot, where the fried cod, Cajun salmon wraps, and chicken and shrimp platters are…
Québec
A welcoming old-style eatery that's open year-round, Chez Julie specializes in local seafood, from river shrimp to cod to scallops, plus pizza, sandwiches…
New Brunswick
Part of the Parkland Village Inn, Tides Restaurant charges high-end prices for its prime real estate next to the marina. In addition to the seafood, steak…
Yukon Territory
What looks like a humdrum fast-food joint is several orders of magnitude better. The shakes are made with real ice cream, the sundaes feature fresh…
British Columbia
A cavernous trad pub and locals' favorite where heaping fish and chips combine with a side order of waterfront boat- and floatplane-spotting. The…
Toronto
No need to get out of the city to experience beach vibes. Wish is a South Beach–inspired restaurant serving up delicious Canadian comfort food and brunch,…
Niagara Peninsula
By day this fare-thee-well cafeteria dishes up fresh, tasty sandwiches, salads and classic breakfasts. The ambience ramps up at night with a bistro menu…
Gaspé Peninsula
Locals flock to this lively roastery, store and coffee shop for out-of-this-world espresso drinks. There's a small patio overlooking the quay, and you're…
Entertainment & Financial Districts
Gusto 101 serves up authentic, modern takes on southern Italian fare. Housed in a repurposed garage, with a dimly lit, industrial interior, it's a unique…
Montréal
Pastaga takes tapas and gives them a gourmet Québécois, French and wider Mediterranean spin to great effect in their garlic snails, maple-syrup foie gras,…
Old Montréal
Hipster baristas whip up delightfully smooth lattes at this bright little espresso bar on the edge of Old Montréal to a mostly hurried professional crowd…
Bruce Peninsula
A mom-and-pop diner with laminate-top tables and gingham curtains, this little place serves simple homecooked meals like hot turkey sandwiches, fish &…
Newfoundland & Labrador
This locals' haunt dishes out huge platters of cod au gratin, burgers, fish-and-chips, steaks and similar fare – a great choice if you're looking to…
Montréal
For more than four decades, this marvelous family-owned pastry shop in Little Italy has wowed Montréalers with its deliciously decadent cannoli, almond…
Ville-Marie
The whole town seems to gather at this eatery on the main street to catch up over coffee or dig into its specialty: waffles. They're served with your…
Vancouver Island
A popular coffee-stop hangout for the denizens of Sidney, this neighborhood cafe also does a brisk lunchtime trade in soups, chili and thick sandwiches…
Québec
You probably never thought you'd be eating Memphis-style barbecued ribs while gazing at the St Lawrence, but life is full of surprises. Located just…
Northern Ontario
There's nothing authentically Japanese about this shiny all-you-can-eat restaurant, but this is Thunder Bay and we're just grateful Asian food is…
Saint John
Housed in an atmospheric, historic building with heavy timbers and warm lighting, Thandi serves traditional Indian cuisine in generous quantities – try…
Saint John
A fusion of authentic Guatemalan and Mexican fare is served in this colorful cantina. Try pepian – a simple but spicy beef stew that is a Guatemalan…
Northern Ontario
McDonald's (opposite) has the golden arches; Deluxe has the golden arch. So maybe the concept isn't original, but this diner and drive-through is a 56…
Québec City
The pizza crust at this often-overlooked chain is as thin as a vinyl record, with toppings that run from simple cheese and basil to everything plus the…
Southwestern Ontario
Guelph's favorite Indian restaurant uses a traditional tandoor oven to create well-known dishes with a contemporary twist, with influences from Nepal,…
Québec City
Bring your own wine or hit the mint tea in this basic but popular Moroccan restaurant in Old Québec. All the classics are available: tabbouleh, hummus and…
Baie St Paul
Ale lovers will foam at the mouth in this dark and friendly brewpub, where the dinner menu begins with beers and continues with beer-based sauces,…
Northwest Territories
By the Shell gas station on the main road, this place serves up Westernized Chinese, alongside pizza, fried chicken and burgers, with buffet specials…
Saguenay-Lac St Jean
A short walk from the marina in the center of Roberval, this restaurant and tea shop serves home-style fare with a bit of flair. The midday set menus,…
