Best Casual Restaurants in Niagara-on-the-Lake

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Aura on The Lake

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Niagara on The Lake's first and premier Indian Dining Experience. Featuring delectable Indian street food and mains together with innovative desserts and drinks. Comprehensive selection of local wines to complete an experience like none other.

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2. NOTL Bar & Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(199)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to NOTL, our chic lounge-style restaurant and bar in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake. We can't wait to welcome you and provide you with a memorable dining experience. Our focus at NOTL is on creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere where friends and family can gather to share delicious food and drinks. When you visit us, reserving a seat on our beautiful 4-season patio is a great choice. The illuminated fountain adds a touch of magic to the night sky, creating a truly one-of-a-kind ambiance. The open glass doors connecting the lounge to the patio provide a seamless transition, allowing you to bask in the luxurious and expansive setting while enjoying your dining experience. Thank you for your interest in NOTL. We eagerly await your visit and are committed to providing you with an exceptional dining experience that reflects the essence of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

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3. The Waterfront Restaurant & Lounge

4.3

Awesome(206)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Booked 6 times today

The only waterfront patio in Niagara-on-the-Lake is located at the mouth of the Niagara River, with a view to Lake Ontario.Enjoy unparalleled views of boats sailing the lake and entering the mouth of the mighty Niagara River across from which is the historic Fort Niagara.Relax with a meal of local cuisine, a glass of Niagara VQA wine, or a pint of Ontario Craft Beer.The Waterfront Restaurant, Lounge and Patio at the NOTL Golf Club offers a quintessential experience with choice of dining options that will appeal to all.Enjoy Executive Chef Jeff Hicks cuisine, ranging from pub food in our casual lounge to local fare in our dining room, while enjoying panoramic views of the Niagara River, Lake Ontario and Fort Mississauga. Our spacious restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and is available for private and special functions.**PLEASE NOTE**Patio is not available for reservations and is first come first serve.

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4. Oaklands at The Riverbend Inn

4.8

Exceptional(744)

Price: Expensive

• French / Canadian • Niagara-on-the-Lake

The Oaklands celebrates simplicity, the season, and a sense of place. We connect people to place through respect for our history, our land, artisans and our commitment to warm hospitality and service. The restaurant takes its culinary cues from Niagara’s ingredient driven cuisine, rooted in the breadth and depth of global French culinary influence.The beautiful setting encourages you to lose track of time enjoying stunning vineyard views and our sister property, Peller Estates, while enjoying a menu that changes with the seasons.

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5. The Terrace Wine Bar at Peller Estates

4.4

Awesome(301)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Meet us on the patio!Experience the beauty of wine country's most picturesque patio at Peller Estates Winery. Join us at the Terrace Wine Bar to savour our al fresco dining menu along with our award winning wines and summer cocktails. Please note that the Terrace Wine Bar is an outdoor restaurant with limited coverage from the elements. We look forward to your visit!

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6. Niagara's Finest Thai

4.5

Awesome(758)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Booked 3 times today

Authentic home cooked Thai cuisine served in the Heart of wine country.Reservations strongly suggested. Your reservation guarantees you a seat in the restaurant.

7. Bricks and Barley

4.5

Awesome(1674)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Booked 19 times today

Located next to the NOTL arena and in the heart of wine-country, Bricks & Barley is a family-owned restaurant with something for everyone. Featuring an entire gluten-friendly menu, an assortment of local craft beer and wines & a year-round heated covered patio in addition to a large indoor space.

A photo of The Whisky Bar Patio at Wayne Gretzky Estates restaurant

8. The Whisky Bar Patio at Wayne Gretzky Estates

3.9

Excellent(821)

Price: Moderate

• Canadian • Niagara-on-the-Lake

The Whisky Bar Patio is an ALL outdoor dinning experience with delicious food and drinks. Wayne Gretzky Estates Whisky Patio Bar is a welcoming outdoor space where wine, spirits, cocktails and Wayne Gretzky fans can gather and graze in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Open in the summer months, guest can enjoy handcrafted cocktails and a comfort food inspired menu created by Chef Maurice Desharnais! Umbrellas and heaters are not guaranteed. The Whisky Bar Patio is weather dependent, please dress accordingly. ----Please note the maximum group size is 8. Multiple reservations placed with the intention for one large group will not be seated together.

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9. Restaurant Oban Inn

4.8

Exceptional(1202)

Price: Very Expensive

• Continental • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Since its beginning in 1824, the long tradition of The Oban Inn dining experience has been enjoyed by generation after generation of our returning guests. Open for dinner Wednesday to Sunday.Dine in our delightful sunroom overlooking lush English gardens or cozy historic Shaw's Corner and in the chic elegance of our fireside dining room. Ideal for intimate dining or group celebrations. Located only 2-blocks from Queen Street and minutes walk to nearby Shaw Festival Theaters.Savor delicious "Four Diamond" creations combining Oban classics with modern gastronomy focusing on the Niagara Region's fresh ingredients married with the outstanding harvest of Niagara Wines.

10. Benchmark

4.9

Exceptional(1395)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Prepare to embark on a delectable journey as Benchmark at Niagara College proudly unveils the much-anticipated relaunch of its lunch service. under the creative direction of renowned Chef Justin Downes and the impeccable service leadership of Victor Oliveira. Chef Justin Downes will lead the culinary student team and deliver a harmonious blend of culinary innovation and a deep commitment to education. Building upon its established reputation for culinary excellence, Benchmark will continue to be a cornerstone of culinary education while elevating the dining experience for visitors and the Niagara College community.Don't miss the opportunity to support the School of Culinary Arts, foster future culinary talent, and relish the flavors of Niagara Region. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that perfectly marries tradition with innovation, all in the heart of one of Canada's most picturesque regions and one of Canada's most loved Culinary Institutes.

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Betty
Toronto / Ontario •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
As always, we truly enjoyed our experience. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Thank you
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The Waterfront Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• Canadian• Niagara-on-the-Lake
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4.3
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Teresa
Toronto / Ontario •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
One of our favourite restaurants in Niagara on the Lake. Service is always good and food even better.
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NOTL Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Niagara-on-the-Lake
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4.5
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Karen
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 Oct 2024
Lovely ambience and fantastic service. We highly recommend dining at Oaklands at the Riverbend Inn.
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Oaklands at The Riverbend InnPrice: Expensive• French / Canadian• Niagara-on-the-Lake
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4.8
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Elaine
Toronto / Ontario •25 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 Oct 2024
Friendly, efficient service. The appetizer was very good. As a main, ordered the tandoori salmon which came with mint rice and mango salad. The salmon was good. The rice was good but cold. The mango salad was more of a garnish and contained no mango. Maybe it was in the dressing but we couldn’t taste it. A bit expensive for what we got.
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Aura on The LakePrice: Moderate• Indian• Niagara-on-the-Lake
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4.4
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Lori
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 Sept 2024
The atmosphere and location is lovely and food was delicious. The only disappointment was the service. When I asked for vinegar for the fries the server replied that they don't have vinegar. Seriously? In a winery? Even if they dont have bottles for the tables, a good server would have gone out of their way to bring a small cup of vinegar from the kitchen. That's what average restaurants do so I was shocked when she just said we don't have vinegar. Disappointing for a winery of this level.
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The Terrace Wine Bar at Peller EstatesPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Niagara-on-the-Lake
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4.4

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Aura on The Lake

2. NOTL Bar & Restaurant

3. The Waterfront Restaurant & Lounge

4. Oaklands at The Riverbend Inn

5. The Terrace Wine Bar at Peller Estates

6. Niagara's Finest Thai

7. Bricks and Barley

8. The Whisky Bar Patio at Wayne Gretzky Estates

9. Restaurant Oban Inn

10. Benchmark

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