A Feast of Local Flavours

From fine dining to upscale casual, pub fare to family fare, cafés & ice cream to picnics & catering, Niagara-on-the-Lake is known as the “Culinary Capital of Canada” for good reason. 

Dining in Niagara-on-the-Lake is an experience all its own. Talented chefs draw inspiration from the area’s seasonal blooms and local harvests, creating farm-to-table dishes that are both beautiful and delicious. 

A sit-down dinner at one of the town’s many historic inns is perfect for a family get-together. If a table for two is more your style, reserve a patio lunch among the vines, or take along gourmet handhelds to complement a picnic in the park. Satisfy your thirst with a crisp Niagara-on-the-Lake wine, freshly made cider, or flavourful craft beer inspired by the region’s unique terroir. Indulge your inner foodie and find new favourites at niagaraonthelake.com/restaurants. 

Here is just a sampling of the many outstanding Niagara-on-the-Lake dining venues that are sure to please:

“Ravine is a sixth-generation family farm where guests can experience Niagara-on-the-Lake through estate wines and seasonal cuisine rooted in family history and this region. From a vineyard long-lunch to dinner overlooking the vines, everything we do is meant to feel relaxed, beautiful and distinctly local. We want people to come here, slow down and taste what makes Niagara so special.” John Vetere, Executive Chef & Director, Estate Winery, RAVINE VINEYARD

“The Garrison House is a warm and inviting casual dining destination in the heart of The Clayfield Common in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Featuring a chef-inspired menu, relaxed atmosphere and friendly service, it’s the perfect spot to gather for lunch, dinner, drinks or to catch the game on one of our TVs. Whether you’re stopping in with friends, family or neighbours, The Garrison House offers a comfortable, welcoming setting where everyone feels at home. With ample free parking and a laid-back, no reservations approach, it’s easy to drop in and enjoy great food, good company and a casual experience.” Leigh Atherton, owner/operator, The Garrison House

“11th POST on Queen is built around elevated comfort food in a space that feels energetic, familiar, and effortlessly social. The menu draws on familiar dishes with a refined approach, alongside hand-crafted cocktails and Two Sisters Vineyards wine. Located in the heart of Queen Street, it’s as suited to catching the game as it is to linger over drinks, offering a setting that adapts easily to whatever the evening calls for.”- Melissa Marotta-Paolicelli, Co-Proprietor

Photo courtesy RAVINE VINEYARD