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St. John's is one of Atlantic Canada's finest dining destinations. Most recommended restaurants are near the waterfront, in the older part of the city, a 20-30 minute walk or a brief cab ride from the hotel.
Bianca's
171 Water Street | (709) 726-9016
Elegant fine dining restaurant boasting high quality food and service. Excellent wine selection. Lunch: Monday through Thurs 11:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.; Dinner: Monday through Sunday 5:30 p.m – 10:00 p.m.
The Peppermill
152 Water Street | (709)726-7585
High-quality, fresh foods, outstanding recipes and from-scratch desserts. Lunch: Sunday through Saturday: (12:00 noon – 2:00 p.m.); Dinner: Sunday - Saturday: (6:00p.m.-10:00 p.m.)
The Cellar Restaurant
189 Water Street | (709) 579-8900
Varied cuisine: Fresh Atlantic fish daily; Cajun, Creole, French and Asian. Lunch: Monday through Friday: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; Dinner: Sunday through Saturday: 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
India Gate Restaurant
286 Duckworth Street | (709) 753-6006
India Gate Restaurant offers recipes that include beef, chicken, lamb, vegetarian and many other Indian dishes. Lunch: Monday through Friday: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Dinner: Monday through Friday: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Also offering an All-You-Can-Eat Luncheon Buffet Monday to Friday at an affordable rate.
Magnum and Steins
284 Duckworth Street | (709) 576-6500
This restaurant’s best assets are its cooks and its food. Great steaks! The narrow spiral staircase is a problem for people with limited mobility.
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
135 Harbour Drive | (709) 726-4534
All Keg restaurants are consistent with their good service, cleanliness and quality amounts of tasty food. This location certainly lives up to that reputation. Outdoor deck provides excellent harbour view.
Basho Restaurant & Lounge
283 Duckworth Street | (709) 576-4600
Food inspired by world famous chef Nobu Matsuhisa (renowned for creating simple fusions of Japanese cuisine, inspired by ethnic influences), a modern, genuine Japanese décor and the option of experiencing fine dining or a casual lounge setting complete with contemporary music.
Taste Of Thai
177 Duckworth Street (709) 738-3203
Beautiful place with authentic Thai fare and seating (or Western for those uncomfortable with floor cushions). Well priced, satisfying meals. Excellent service.
Hungry Fisherman
5 Beck’s Cove | (709) 726-5790
While the big demand is for seafood, the restaurant also provides a selection of other foods, from Cajun Chicken pasta to beef Tenderloin Bordelaise. All beef dishes are made with fresh, never frozen, Triple-A beef. The Hungry Fisherman serves dinner seven nights per week and lunch five days per week- Monday through Friday.
Nautical Nellie's
210 Water Street | (709) 738-1120
Nautical Nellie's offers a great Newfoundland pub experience. Extensive menu from fish and chips to pastas. Also, nice selection of beer on tap, in pleasant nautical environment.