Looking for the best restaurants in Thunder Bay? You’ve come to the right place!
We’ve sipped and nibbled our way through Thunder Bay’s restaurant scene to discover mouth-watering diversity in dining.
Whether you’re looking for the city’s best coffee shop, local craft brewery or fancy fine dining room to celebrate a special occasion, our Thunder Bay Restaurant Guide has it all!
So lace up your shoes, loosen your belt, grab a pink icing slathered Persian and hit the road to explore Northern Ontario’s culinary capital!
Explore Northern Ontario’s Culinary Capital Thunder Bay
Found on the north shore of Lake Superior, the world’s largest freshwater lake, and embraced by the Nor’Wester Mountain range, Thunder Bay is a vibrant community. It’s the gateway to 500,000 square kilometres of Canadian wilderness with over 150,000 lakes and rivers, the ultimate adventure playground!
While Thunder Bay is dubbed “Canada’s Premier Outdoor City,” you’ll find fabulous urban amenities in Northwest Ontario’s largest city, from fascinating museums to a diversity in dining.
So while nature is the big draw, Thunder Bay offers plenty of stellar restaurants, bars, breweries, cafes, and bakeries to make any visit to YQT a tasty one!
Members of the local restaurant scene are passionate and patriotic about serving locally made products on their menus: from the fromage lovingly produced at Thunder Oak Cheese Farm, to craft beer brewed at Sleeping Giant and Lakehead Beer, and fresh produce plucked from Belluz Farms.
If you’re a foodie visiting Thunder Bay for the first time we recommend organizing your visit during a fun food festival:
- BrewHa: takes place in early July and features both local, regional, and out of town craft breweries.
- Ribfest: is held in late August at Marina Park, the perfect food festival for meat lovers.
- Festa Italiana: takes place every August civic holiday weekend at the Italian Cultural Centre.
- Folklore Fest: one of the city’s most enjoyable cultural events takes place in May and features foods from around the world.
Thunder Bay Restaurants Guide
I first fell in love with Northern Ontario when I embarked on an unforgettable Thunder Bay To Sault Ste Marie Road Trip last summer.
Thunder Bay surprises with its dynamic restaurant scene as its unique history plays a key role in the character of its cuisine.
Culinary influences come from Indigenous culture, French Canadian voyageur and frontier heritage, a unique Finnish connection, migrant foodways, and modern Canadian entrepreneurial inspiration.
Thunder Bay Restaurants At A Glance
- The Sovereign Room
- Caribou Restaurant
- Girog Cucina e Barra
- Island Spice Jerk House
- Sweet North Bakery
- Thai Kitchen
- Tilted Turret Pinball Pub
- The Sal
- Metropolitan Moose Beanery
- Pocketchange Bar
- Anchor & Ore
- Pho Umami
- Prime Gelato
- Lakehead Beer
- Thunder Bay Country Market
- Barkeep
- Tomlin Restaurant
- Kangas Sauna
- The Persian Man
- Red Lion Smokehouse
- St Paul Roastery
- Swell Bakery
- Bight Restaurant
- Nook
- Nortenos Taqueria
- Silver Islet General Store
THE SOVEREIGN ROOM
220 Red River Rd, 807-343-9277
Looking for Thunder Bay Restaurants serving creative gastro pub fare?
The Sovereign Room first launched in 2010 in Thunder Bay’s scenic Waterfront District. Over a decade later it’s firmly planted as a staple in the city’s must-try restaurant scene.
Known to locals simply as The Sov, the finger-licking-good gastro pub is located inside a dimly lit space decorated with rusty signs, vintage ads, kitschy oil painting and a few stuffed beasts.
The place is constantly busy, thanks to its feature in Food Network’s “You Gotta Eat Here,” so be prepared to wait for a spot to eat.
The Sovereign Room is perhaps most famous for its duck confit poutine, which is huge so only order it if you have friends to share. The extensive menu offers elevated pub fare 7 nights a week, but you can take advantage of weekly specials on Tuesday (Fried Chicken & Waffles) and Wednesday (Chicken Parm Sando).
Highlights from The Sovereign Room menu include Yakisoba, Cashu Porchetta, Cauliflower Capanata, Goat Cheese Churros, selection of pizzas and chicken wings, and the signature Sovereign Burger stacked with an 8oz ground chuck patty, american cheddar, big n tasty sauce, bacon jam, pickles, arugula on a sesame milk bun.
The restaurant boasts a large Ontario craft beer menu so we suggest pairing your poutine or pizza with an hoppy IPA or refreshing Pilsner.
CARIBOU RESTAURANT
727 Hewitson St, 807-628-8588
Caribou Restaurant first opened in Thunder Bay in 1999.
Owners, Bob Stewart and Tom Pazianos had spent years in the restaurant business as franchisees and were finally ready to open an original fine dining concept.
Ranked as one of the best Thunder Bay Restaurants for a romantic date night, Caribou pairs contemporary Canadian cuisine with a fantastic wine list featuring over 30 wines by the glass.
Executive Chef Craig Vieira’s menu is organized by appetizers, salads, mains, pasta, and wood oven pizzas. Highlights from the Caribou Restaurant menu include Chipotle Pork Tostadas, Lebanese Tomato Salad, Cedar Roasted Salmon, Porcini Filet, Rabbit Mafaldine, and Fig & Pear Pizza.
Beyond fine wine, the bar also pours local craft beer and has a short but sweet craft cocktail menu featuring barrel aged Negroni’s and Bourbon Manhattan’s.
GIORG CUCINA E BARRA
114 Syndicate Ave N, 807-623-8052
On the hunt for Thunder Bay Restaurants offering hands-on cooking classes?
Giorg Cucina e Bara is an upscale Italian restaurant located in the heart of Thunder Bay’s South Core Fort William neighbourhood.
It’s been considered a go-to romantic fine dining restaurant since it opened in 1987. “Giorg” is where locals come to celebrate special milestones like anniversaries and birthdays. In 2014 the original owners retired, selling Giorg to the successful restauranteurs at another local restaurant staple, Bight.
Bianca Garofalo and Katrina Oostveen renovated the restaurant to make it their own, adding new light fixtures, refinished floor, wine cabinets, and welcoming lobby.
The Giorg Cucina e Barra menu changes four times a year to reflect what’s in season. Pasta is made in-house every day by extracting homemade dough through a bronze die (which can also be purchased to take home at Maltese Grocery).
Highlights from the Giorg Cucina e Barra menu include Burrata Plate with mortadella and pistachio, Fettuccine alla Giorg topped with chicken breast, bacon, leeks and white wine cream, plus an impressive Veal Tomahawk perched over cauliflower puree and sprinkled with crispy shallots.
Foodies visiting Thunder Bay can also book fun cooking classes at Giorg Cucina e Barra. The hands-on classes include thematic dinners like Pizza, Aperitivo, and Calabria.
ISLAND SPICE JERK HOUSE
71 Algoma St S, 807-344-8070
Looking for Thunder Bay restaurants specializing in Caribbean cuisine?
Island Spice Jerk House is a local favourite, conveniently located on the Algoma South strip across from Wilson Street Park.
The casual Caribbean concept first opened its doors in 2018, the culinary love child of two friends Oshane Burton and Leanne Siddo. Burton moved to Canada from Jamaica in 2014, while Siddo is married to a Jamaican. They were keen to share their love of spicy jerk seasoning with Northwest Ontario most diverse culinary community.
The Island Spice Jerk House menu offers locals a rare opportunity to taste authentic Caribbean dishes like Curry Chicken, Oxtail, Stew Chicken, Grilled Plantain, Jerk Pork, Jamaican Beef Patty and a variety of Roti Wraps. You’ll also find island drinks like Trinidad’s Peardrax and Jamaican’s pink Ting.
Visit on Fish Fridays to fork through Red Snapper, which is is cooked to perfect jerked, steamed and stewed.
SWEET NORTH BAKERY
10 Court St S, 807-344-3430
Sweet North Bakery is ranked as one of Thunder Bay’s best bakeries and cafes.
The idea came to Kris and Erinn DeLorenzi in 2013 when Sleeping Giant Brewing Company asked if the duo could make pretzels for the breweries 1st anniversary.
When they were a huge hit, they began selling at the Thunder Bay Country Market. The menu quickly diversified, featuring scones, cookies and other sweet snacks. By the following year the DeLorenzi’s had opened their first bricks and mortar shop. The bakery now operators two locations on Fort William Road and Court Street South.
No trip to Sweet North Bakery is complete until you’ve chewed through a signature pretzel, which are available as classic salted, prosciutto gouda, cinnamon and pizza flavoured.
If you’re visiting in the morning enjoy a grab and go breakfast by ordering a cappuccino or latte with a breakfast sandwich or sticky bun. At lunch nosh on homemade sandwiches, salads and a slice of lemon loaf or chocolate brownie.
THAI KITCHEN
11 Cumberland St S, 807-345-1707
Have a craving for curry and wondering where to eat authentic Thai food in Thunder Bay?
Thai Kitchen owner Pia Venema serves a broad menu of traditional Thai dishes, from savoury soups to spicy curries and of course the ubiquitous Pad Thai.
Like so many family-owned restaurants, opening Thai Kitchen was a journey. Before the bricks and mortar restaurant opened, Venema cooked Thai food catered from her home and sold at local fairs and markets.
Venema’s parents were rice farmers but she left small town life in Thailand to move to Bangkok to learn how to cook. In 1986 she married a Canadian and moved to Thunder Bay. If you peak in the kitchen you’ll find her cooks are from Thailand to, originally refugees from Myanmar.
Conveniently located in Thunder Bay’s Waterfront District, Thai Kitchen serves up lunch and dinner. During the lunch rush locals love to order take out and walk it over to the marina where they can nosh on noodles at scenic Prince Arthur’s Landing.
Highlights from the Thai Kitchen menu include classic Tom Ka Gai Soup, Green Mango Salad, fiery Pad Krapow, Pineapple Fried Rice, and selection of coconut curries like peanut topped Masaman, sweet Penang and Red Curry with Butternut Squash and Beef.
TILTED TURRET PINBALL PUB
135 Archibald St N, 807-285-1116
One of Thunder Bay’s quirkiest eateries is the perfect spot to enjoy a late night snack while playing pinball with friends.
Owners Steve Vares and Andrew Young transformed the historical Coo House into the Tilted Turret Pinball Pub in 2022.
Vares, who owns a pinball machine collection, has been outfitting local businesses with pinball machines for years and discovered that the 1970’s gaming trend is on a rip! The duo traveled across North America to find pinball bars popping up in Chicago, Madison, Minneapolis and all over southern Ontario.
Local pinball fanatics visit regularly as the pub hosts leagues and tournaments. If you’re visiting from out of town and looking for something fun to do on a rainy day or late at night we suggest popping by a uniquely tasty and playful time.
The Tilted Turret Pinball Pub menu features snacks perfect for sharing over a game of pinball, such as Taco Salad, Nachos, Deep Fried Pickles, Chicken Wings, Poutine, Cheddar Jalapeno Burger, Chicken Tenders and the signature Panzerotti.
At the bar you’ll find plenty of craft beer and thirst quenching cocktails like Margaritas, Cosmos, and Long Island Iced tea.
THE SAL
118 Frederica St, 807-577-8635
Looking for the best diner offering all-day breakfast in Thunder Bay?
Aaron Gillingham launched The Sal in 2017, offering Thunder Bay foodies a new spot to enjoy classic diner fare during breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant in Westfort Village was formerly known as the Salsbury Grill, which underwent renovations and a few tweaks to the menu before relaunching as The Sal.
If you have a hankering for breakfast (any time of day) you’ll hear eggs cracking in the kitchen from 9am to 9pm. Highlights from the breakfast menu include selection of Omelettes, breakfast sandwiches, breakfast tacos, Corned Beef Hash, French Toast, and the Big Country Plate featuring 2 eggs, sausage, ham, and toast.
If you’re visiting for lunch or dinner the more extensive menu wows with classic diner fare like poutine, burgers, tacos, fish & chips, chicken fingers, liver n’ onions, monte cristo sandwich, Philly steak, hot honey fried chicken, and Greek gyro.
METROPOLITAN MOOSE BEANERY
11 Hill St, 807-473-5453
Ranked as one of “Canada’s favourite bakeshops” by Cottage Life Magazine, Metropolitan Moose Beanery is the perfect spot to grab a bite before or after visiting the thunderous drama of scenic Kakabeka Falls.
The popular bakeshop, deli and cafe has been operating for over 20 years. It’s located in a cozy and rustic 2-floor log cabin, referred to lovingly by locals as Met Moose.
Step inside Metropolitan Moose Beanery and you’ll be greeted by the comforting scent of freshly bake bread. Be sure to sample the sourdough bread, which is prepared with a 100 year old starter made from wild yeast from Grand Portage.
Highlights from the menu include pizzas, salads, panzarotti, wraps, sandwiches, and fresh-out-of-the-oven baked goods like scones, donuts, and cookies.
POCKETCHANGE BAR
234 Red River Road, 807-623-9336
Looking for a classy cocktail bar to sip late night high balls in downtown Thunder Bay?
Connor Remus launched Pocketchange on Red River Road in 2024. If it’s your first time visiting FYI, there is very little signage outside the bar besides a letter P on the door below the address. Speakeasy vibes.
With a capacity of 110 patrons and a chic cosmopolitan interior, Pocketchange has become Thunder Bay’s secret spot to relax with a craft cocktail and a snack while watching sports or dancing the night away after 11pm.
Pocketchange boasts its own beer, Penny Lager, made by Lakehead Beer Company (where Remus used to sling pints) along with several unique cocktails, wines, sakes, mocktails, and finger foods. We know you’ll love the bars motto, “Our cocktails are stronger than your Wi-Fi signal!”
Highlights from the Pocketchange Bar snack menu include Asian Street Nachos, Katsu Sando, Dyno Wings and Hurricane Popcorn.
Take advantage of “Appy Hour” Tuesday to Friday from 5-7pm for “buy one get one 1/2 off” on all snacks.
Pocketchange Bar is an LGBT friendly bar, a great place to hang out during Pride as they host fun events for the local community.
ANCHOR & ORE
2240 Sleeping Giant Pkwy, 807-344-0777
One of Thunder Bay’s best hotels is a local foodie favourite for weekend brunch.
Visit the Delta Hotel overlooking Thunder Bay’s beautiful waterfront and step into Anchor & Ore, the property’s signature restaurant.
Serving gastropub fare in a casual elegant atmosphere, Anchor & Ore features sky high ceilings, wavy design and blue tones that pay homage to the nearby marina and Lake Superior.
We visited Anchor & Ore to feast on its popular weekend brunch buffet. The meal is set up as various stations within the dining room and during our visit included a selection of salads, charcuterie, seafood platter topped with shrimp and smoked salmon, seafood stew, braised beef chuck, penne bolognese, eggs benedict, pancakes, waffles, roast beef carving station and dessert table. overflowing with fresh fruit and sweets.
At just $35 per person, Anchor & Ore’s Sunday all-you-can-eat brunch buffet may just be Thunder Bay’s best restaurant deal!
If you’re planning a romantic dinner at Anchor & Ore for dinner we suggest making a reservation on Friday when guests enjoy the swoon-worthy tunes performed by a local jazz band.
Highlights from the dinner menu at Anchor & Ore include Dynamite Shrimp, Fish & Chips, Puttanesca Shrimp Linguine, Chicken Tikka, St Louis Ribs, and Beef Brisket.
PHO UMAMI
845 May St N, 807-623-1888
Looking for Thunder Bay Restaurants specializing in flavourful Southeast Asian fare?
Pho Umami is ranked as the best spot in town to slurp pho, and other traditional Vietnamese dishes.
Pho connoisseurs will love the kitchens selection of rice noodle bowl soups, which can be ordered topped with rare beef, beef balls, or shrimp.
We have a penchant for Bun Thit, cold rice vermicelli topped with grilled pork, fresh herbs and nuoc cham.
The menu also offers a taste of other Asian cuisines, including popular dishes like Sweet & Sour Shrimp, Black Bean Ribs, Lo Mein, Shanghai Noodles, and Egg Foo Young.
PRIME GELATO
200 Red River Rd, 807-344-1185
On a hot summer day there’s nothing more satisfying than cooling off with a cone.
Prime Gelato is our favourite parlour to cool down in downtown Thunder Bay as they churn their own housemade flavours onsite.
At Prime Gelato, frozen Italian ice cream is churned with Ontario dairy and local products made in Thunder Bay, giving each cone a Northern Ontario flavour flare.
Gelato flavours over the years have included the addition of local maple syrup, honey, wild blueberries, strawberries, pumpkins, carrots, craft beer, and herbs like fresh basil. Even the waffle cones are made with local ingredients including Tarrymore Farms’ eggs and Brule Creek Farms’ flour!
Gelato flavours available when we visited include Peanut Butter Chocolate Pretzel, Bourbon Whiskey Vanilla Bean, Blueberry Earl Grey, Chocolate Freckled Cold Brew, Salted Maple Caramel and Matcha Mint Chip.
There’s always a selection of vegan sorbets and a retail shop with a variety of gelato pints to take home.
LAKEHEAD BEER
206 Park Ave, 1-807-577-7766
If you’re looking to taste the best of Thunder Bay’s craft breweries enjoy a bite with a cold pint at Lakehead Beer.
Lakehead’s beer portfolio is intentionally eclectic, from a collection of lesser produced styles to classic malt-driven lagers. At the tap room you can sip beer right from the holding vessels or Brite Beer Tanks where it was carbonated and matured in preparation for packaging. Highlights from the taproom during our visit include the signature Pilsner, hoppy IPA, and mood Deep Cuts American Brown.
If you’re feeling peckish during your beer break order tasty grub at the brewery’s kitchen Tomlin Subdivision. It’s a fast-casual eatery serving up Detroit-style pizza, subs, fried chicken and snacks like wings, deep fried pickles and loaded patatas bravas.
Skip over to the beer garden to enjoy an al fresco feast on a picnic table while devouring stringy pizza and glugs of hoppy IPA.
THUNDER BAY COUNTRY MARKET
425 Northern Ave, 1-807-622-1406
Thunder Bay Country Market first launched in 1997 with just 11 local producers partnering to provide an indoor venue to sell their goods.
Visit the market and you’ll find two floors showcasing almost 40 local vendors, selling everything from fresh produce to baked goods, preserves, crafts, gifts and ready to eat meals.
Visiting foodies should be sure to line up to taste authentic Finnish pancakes at the Hoito Pop-up. Hoito Restaurant, Thunder Bay’s most iconic Finnish eatery was tragically destroyed due to a fire so their pop-up at the market is a great opportunity to try the city’s favourite pancakes while also helping fundraise so they can reopen.
The Market is located in the Dove Building at the CLE Grounds on the corner of May Street and Northern Avenue. Visit Saturdays from 8am-1pm and Wednesdays 3:30pm-6:30pm.
BARKEEP
15c St Paul St, 1-807-767-0733
If you’re a craft cocktail fan no trip to Thunder Bay is complete until you’ve popped in for a swirl and sip at Barkeep. Located in downtown Thunder Bay, Barkeep is a chic cocktail bar serving original and classic tipples.
The no reservations, upscale, cocktail bar is the perfect place to enjoy a pre-dinner drink downtown, especially if you’re dining at Tomlin Restaurant around the corner.
During the summer enjoy a thirst quenching drink on the Barkeep patio or hop up at the horseshoe bar late at night to watch the resident mixologist shake and muddle an ice-cold libation.
If you’re feeling peckish there’s a petite snack menu featuring Southwest Sweet Potato & Cheese Dip, Charcuterie and Cheese Boards.
TOMLIN RESTAURANT
202 1/2 Red River Rd, 1-807-346-4447
Tomlin is ranked as one of the best restaurants in Thunder Bay and a must for those celebrating a special occasion.
The Tomlin Restaurant is an important part of the renaissance of Thunder Bay’s Waterfront District. It is located in the Tomlinson Building in the space once occupied for close to 30 years by St. James Stereo.
The award winning fine dining restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that showcases locally sourced ingredients on a menu that rotates regularly to serve what’s fresh and in season.
Tomlin specializes in house made charcuterie and pasta, dry aged steaks, craft cocktails and VQA wines. Chef’s Tastings are available to parties of 4 or more. Meals are served family-style and are meant for sharing with large plates and small plates.
Highlights from the Tomlin menu during our visit include Gyoza Croquettes, Eggplant Schnitzel, and Broken Lasagna.
KANGAS SAUNA
379 Oliver Rd, 1-807-344-6761
Kangas Sauna Little House of Pancakes is a popular Finish restaurant and sauna in Thunder Bay.
If you’re looking to tap into the city’s unique Finnish immigrant history a pile of crispy pancakes followed by a sweaty steam in the sauna is the perfect culinary ritual in Thunder Bay.
Kangas Sauna has 7 small, 5 medium and 4 large saunas all of which are private and have their own change room, shower and sauna.
The restaurant dining room is open daily from 8am-3pm and its Finland-inspired menu features breakfast and lunch classics.
We suggest ordering the signature Kangas Finnish Pancakes with strawberries and whip cream. In the morning you’ll also find French Toast, Eggs Benedict, and Omelettes. At lunch enjoy a hearty sandwich (roast beef, reuben, sliced turkey, corned beef, grilled cheese, BLT) or selection of fresh off the grill burgers.
THE PERSIAN MAN
899 Tungsten St, 807-344-2931
Thunder Bay’s most famous culinary offering is a hilariously misnamed mistake.
The term Persian can refer to a number of things, including people, cats, rugs, and cinnamon buns covered in berry icing. You may be thinking that the last entry bears no relation to present-day Iran or the empire that preceded it. You’d be correct!
This fried and frosted delicacy from Thunder Bay was supposedly named after John J. Pershing, an American general in World War I. This is if you were to pronounce his name “John J. Persian.” Pershing is not Persian, either. He’s from Missouri.
According to local lore, General Pershing visited Bennett’s Bakery sometime after the war. To pay tribute to their famous guest, founder Arthur Bennett invented and named the pastry in Pershing’s honour in the 1940s.
Today, the bakery’s new owner, Danny Nucci, sells Persians both from Bennett’s and a coffee shop called The Persian Man (which now has several locations in town). Nucci inherited Bennett’s from his father, who bought the shop in 1962.
A Persian is essentially an oval shaped cinnamon bun that’s fried and frosted with pink berry icing.
Residents hold the pastry near and dear, and make sure visitors know that eating one is a must-do on any trip to Thunder Bay. The pastry has an extremely loyal local fanbase, and older natives may recall a time when a special variation known as “toasted Persians” graced restaurant menus. Making these toasted treats required halving a bun, browning the slices in a buttered frying pan, icing on the top haves, and flipping them to caramelize the icing.
RED LION SMOKEHOUSE
16 Cumberland St S, 1-807-286-0045
Are you a meat lover looking for an authentic smokehouse experience in Thunder Bay?
Red Lion Smokehouse is Thunder Bay’s must-try American-style barbecue restaurant run by Chef John Murray.
The Red Lion menu is a mix of classic British Pub favourites with a smokehouse twist. It’s broken down by wraps, tacos, bar snacks, burgers, smokehouse favourites, salads and chicken.
Highlights from our finger-licking-good feast include a Crispy Pork Salad and epic BBQ Platter complete with grilled cornbread, coleslaw, chips and aioli.
The bar boasts over 100 craft beers with 14 taps and over 100 beers keeping cool in the fridge.
ST PAUL ROASTERY
11 St Paul St, 1-807-344-3900
Attention all java junckies! Looking for the best cup of coffee in Thunder Bay? Let me introduce you to St Paul Roastery…
Owners Cam Reid and Stefan Pakylak manage the beloved coffee shop, which features an onsite roastery and charming cafe.
The duo began as home roasters, using popcorn poppers and mail-order supplies. The inspiration for starting a roastery was multi-faceted—increasing requests from friends for their coffee led to them wanting to share the process, while a passion for the science of roasting coffee made the concept of roastery and cafe the perfect fit.
Along with coffee beans, ground coffee, a range of espresso drinks and hand-brewed filter coffees, they offer speciality coffee equipment for home brewing. You’ll also find their coffee at local restaurants.
The cafe is connected to Swell Bakery next door, where locals line up for the city’s best French pastries.
SWELL BAKERY
Located a stones throw from St Paul Roastery is Swell Bakery. We’re obviously suggesting you grab a cup of coffee and head over to Swell for a freshly baked pastry. The breakfast of champions for those on the go!
Swell Bakery is a small batch, one woman owned and operated bakery located in downtown Thunder Bay.
The popular bake shop offers an ever changing menu, though must-try signatures include: Butter Croissants, Pain Au Chocolat, Almond Croissants, Bacon & Egg Croissants, Spinach & Feta Croissants, and Cinnamon Buns.
During our visit we spotted Rainbow BiColour Croissants with Vanilla Bean Cream (Happy Pride!), Strawberry Rhubarb Danishes, and Clementine Coffee Cake.
BIGHT RESTAURANT
2201 Sleeping Giant Pkwy Unit 100, 807-622-4448
Bight is a popular restaurant located right on Thunder Bay’s scenic harbour overlooking the marina.
During the warm summer months Bight boasts one of the city’s best patios, the perfect perch to people watch while sipping cocktails and chowing down on artisanal sandwiches and pizza.
Skip inside Bight Restaurant and you’ll find an elegant cocktail bar and dining room with plenty of natural lighting and fireplace for those cooler winter days.
The Bight menu features healthy salads, artisanal sandwiches and flatbread.
NOOK
271 Bay St, 807-285-7775
Nook is a small and lively Italian restaurant in the heart of Thunder Bay serving up classic Italian dishes like pasta, pizza and fresh salads.
Nook opened in 2015 and immediately became a local foodie favourite, famous for serving authentic Neapolitan thin-crust pizzas and pretty bowls of pasta. The kitchen prides itself on sourcing from local Northwestern suppliers like Agostino’s Deli, Maltese Grocery, Belluz Farms and Northwest Gourmet Mushrooms.
During the summer months the restaurant’s size doubles thanks to its gorgeous outdoor patio, which is adorned with pretty potted plants. During the cooler months of the year diners keep cozy indoors thanks to a fiery pizza oven.
NORTEÑOS TAQUERIA
698 Arthur St W, 807-623-6266
While road tripping in Ontario’s northern reaches enjoy a Mexican beach break on a plate at Nortenos Taqueria.
The popular Mexican restaurant in Thunder Bay is attached to the Ramada Inn, serving up ice cold margaritas, tacos, quesadillas, taquitos, tortas, and tostadas.
Our favourites were the creamy corn salad and birria dipped in beef consome.
SILVER ISLET GENERAL STORE
Silver Islet General Store is located in Silver Islet, a must-visit for those spending time in nearby Sleeping Giant Provincial Park.
The General Store was built in 1871 and has long been a staple and historical landmark of the local mining community. It is the oldest business in Northwestern Ontario.
Their living museum features items/artifacts from the original silver mine, the General Store, along with information panels detailing the history of each. See displays with original miners helmets with candles, mine supervisor log books, clothing, boots, books and journals from 1871-1910, and letters of correspondence between Alexander Sibley and the US mining company.
Today, skip inside the General Store and you’ll find a cute Tea Room where tourists rest to enjoy a slice of homemade pie, scones or cookies. On a hot day, there’s also ice cream!
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