Where to Eat

Delicious Dining: Local Favourites

Best Outdoor Patios

Waterfront Gastropub
Fresh food, live music, waterside patio, 22 ‘On Tap’ options
12 Bell Street
https://thewaterfrontgastropub.ca/

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Boulton House
Impeccable service, exquisite cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, stunning view of the Mississippi
35 Mill Street
www.boultonhouse.ca

Black Tartan Kitchen
Casual, intimate, fine dining. Multi-course menus celebrating local products and the current season.
132 Bridge Street
https://www.blacktartankitchen.com/


Best Breakfast

Freska Cafe & Eatery
Breakfast, brunch and lunch, on-street patio
151 Bridge Street
www.freska.ca

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The Good Food Company
Cafe and gourmet food store
31 Bridge Street
www.goodfoodcompany.ca

Thruway Restaurant
Family-owned, specializes in Canadian, Italian and Mediterranean food, has outdoor seating
10432 Highway 7
www.thruwayrestaurant.ca


Best Brews

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Stalwart Brewing Co.
Craft beers, patio, pool table
10 High Street
www.stalwartbrewing.ca

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Braumeister Brewing Company
Bavarian-inspired craft brewery with a taproom and outdoor patio
19 Moore Street
www.braumeister.ca


Best Sweet Treats

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Holey Confections
140 layer donuts
21 Bridge Street
www.holeyconfections.com

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Maverick’s Donuts
Fresh, handmade, kettle-fried donuts that are unique and delicious
37 Lansdowne Avenue
www.mavericksdonuts.com

front view of Carp Creamery store

Carp Custom Creamery
Ice cream shop, produced daily in small batches using local ingredients
49 Moore Street
www.carpcustomcreamery.com


Best Food Trucks

Smokebox Catering
BBQ street fare
359 Franktown Road

El Patcho’s Tacos
Seasonal taco truck
309 Lake Avenue East

2 Thai Ladies
Rich and vibrant Thai flavours
315 Townline Road East


Best Casual Dining

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St. James Gate
Irish Pub, 2 outdoor patios
111 Bridge Street
www.stjamesgatecp.com

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Thirsty Moose Pub & Eatery
Sports Bar, outdoor patio
20 Bridge Street

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Zak’s Diner
Nostalgic diner experience
515 McNeely Avenue
www.zaksdiner.com