Must-see restaurants in Southwestern Ontario

  • Crafty Ramen

    Southwestern Ontario

    A tiny, bustling, diner-style eatery serving steaming bowls of ramen packed with ingredients like pork chashu, charred corn and lotus chips. Noodles are…

  • The Red Rabbit

    Southwestern Ontario

    Inventive dishes, global influences and a cool, laid-back vibe are what drive the experience at Stratford's 'it' restaurant. Order à la carte for lunch…

  • Saint James

    Southwestern Ontario

    An industrial-chic cafe in the heart of James St N serving upscale breakfast fare – lemon ricotta short stacks, avocado toast with smoked salmon, even the…

  • The Bakery

    Southwestern Ontario

    Stop at this tiny house turned bakery/deli/pizzeria for hearty wraps and salads, pizza and all manner of baked goods (cinnamon buns, anyone?). Coffee…

  • Lost & Found Café

    Southwestern Ontario

    A boho-chic cafe tucked between country boutiques, Lost & Found serves delicious and beautifully presented salads, sandwiches and soups. Vegetarian and…

  • Covent Garden Market

    Southwestern Ontario

    This humongous, chapel-shaped market will whet and satisfy any appetite. There's a permanent collection of delis, bakeries, chocolate shops, fresh-produce…

  • Sirkel Foods

    Southwestern Ontario

    A hopping cafe in the central square, Sirkel is a go-to for locals and visitors in the know. Breakfast is traditional and hearty, while lunch brings…

  • The Root Cellar

    Southwestern Ontario

    It's all about local and organic foods at this boho-chic cafe, with from-scratch creations like free-range water buffalo burgers, kale salad with hemp…

  • Squirrel Cage

    Southwestern Ontario

    Former city slickers love their new life in Windsor and bring a taste of cosmopolitan Toronto to town in this stylish, upbeat licensed cafe. Expect…

  • Hamilton Farmers' Market

    Southwestern Ontario

    A sleek glass exterior belies the 180-year history of Hamilton's farmers market. Inside, two open-plan floors house 60 vendors selling produce, fresh…

  • Cadence

    Southwestern Ontario

    Plant-based meals are served at this bright and busy cafe. Dishes are hearty and made to order; expect teriyaki tempeh bowls, mac 'n' cheese (made with…

  • Budapest Restaurant

    Southwestern Ontario

    If you've been in business for more than 60 years, you've got to be doing something right. There is so much authenticity to this humble establishment…

  • Wreckless Eric

    Southwestern Ontario

    A small woodsy eatery specializing in bowls, burritos and salads. The scratch kitchen uses locally sourced products, so the menu changes regularly…

  • Miijidaa

    Southwestern Ontario

    This spacious cafe-bistro is a casual spot for lunch, dinner or just a drink on the patio. Mains take modern twists on cuisines that have shaped Canada –…

  • Underground Kitchen

    Southwestern Ontario

    A hole in the wall cooking up a variety of wrap roti: Caribbean flatbread wrapped around curried stews with vegetables, shrimp and even goat. Jerk chicken…

  • West Street Willy's

    Southwestern Ontario

    Hearty breakfasts and home-style faves await you at Willy's: pancakes, pierogi, pizza and burgers are all on the menu. For the adventurous (or very hungry…

  • Cook's Shop

    Southwestern Ontario

    This cozy, dimly lit restaurant specializes in classic Italian dishes. Pasta with your choice of 10 different sauces is the specialty; dishes are often…

  • Stratford Chef

    Southwestern Ontario

    From October to March, Stratford's renowned culinary school hosts a dinner series, when students practice their craft by prepping dinners for the general…

  • Artisanale

    Southwestern Ontario

    With an emphasis on fresh seasonal local produce, this French country kitchen has a wonderfully simple lunch menu and is popular for its Wednesday and…

  • Armen's Cafe

    Southwestern Ontario

    Forget the local greasy spoons and say hi to chatty Armen as he prepares a tasty sandwich from the ever-changing menu. A rotating summer menu highlights…

  • Bijou

    Southwestern Ontario

    Classy and delightful, this French joint has a different prix-fixe menu written on the chalkboard each evening. The locally sourced meals might include…

  • Zen Gardens

    Southwestern Ontario

    This Asian vegetarian restaurant downtown will impress vegetarians and their most hardened carnivorous mates alike. Tofu, mushrooms, and sauced-up soy and…

  • Concordia Club

    Southwestern Ontario

    Polish up your German and fill up on schnitzel at Concordia, a Teutonic fave that's been around for decades. Dark wood, low ceilings, white linen and loud…

  • Princess Cafe

    Southwestern Ontario

    This modern, minimalist cafe next to the cinema serves up coffee, toasted panini and other snacky delights. If you're a night owl, stop in for 'Cheeses…

  • The Church Key

    Southwestern Ontario

    An upscale pub with a casual atmosphere, dishes are heavy on meat – lamb, venison, duck, even game – beautifully prepared and presented. The sunny patio,…

  • Paddington Pub

    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…

  • Spago

    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…

  • Brewhouse

    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…

  • Elk & Finch

    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…

  • Culbert's Bakery

    Southwestern Ontario

    Folks come from far and wide for this old-school bakery that has served delicious and decadent cream puffs, muffins, tarts and fresh-from-the-oven loaves…

  • Thaifoon

    Southwestern Ontario

    Classing Dundas St up a bit is Thaifoon. A calm, composed atmosphere and babbling water features provide relief from the mean streets, while chili-laden…

  • Artisan Grill

    Southwestern Ontario

    A casual fine restaurant serving upmarket sandwiches and salads, along with steaks and seafood. The lobster grilled cheese is heavenly. Eat in the sunny,…

  • Lord Amherst Pub

    Southwestern Ontario

    Fancy, delicious pub meals and top-shelf beers make this quaint, historic watering hole a lovely diversion from your heritage adventures.

  • Black Forest Inn

    Southwestern Ontario

    This downtown institution has been satisfying meat lovers and beer drinkers since 1967. If you're a fan of schnitzel, goulash, wurst or German beer, you…

  • The Early Bird

    Southwestern Ontario

    Delicious Early Bird delivers all-day breakfast along with its own take on from-scratch, home-style cooking. When we say unique, how about the Fat Elvis:…

  • Schoolhouse Restaurant

    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…

  • Bollywood Bistro

    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,…

  • Boomer's Gourmet Fries

    Southwestern Ontario

    Crazy, weird, killer, delicious, amazing, irresistible, to-die-for: all have been used to describe the fries, poutines, burgers and fried creations that…

  • Thyme on 21

    Southwestern Ontario

    Goderich's only casual fine-dining establishment is good, despite the lack of competition. Global influences are present in the mouthwatering menu, with…

  • Riverbend Pizzeria

    Southwestern Ontario

    It may be a pizza restaurant by name, but regulars also come year-round to the Riverbend for huge portions of hot chicken wings, karaoke nights and cold…