The Best Waterfront Restaurants in Oakville,Ontario

Located just 30 minutes southwest of downtown Toronto, the City of Oakville is home to a beautiful harbour, historic buildings, and vibrant dining options. It consists of 13 unique neighbourhoods, each with its own parks, shopping districts, and distinct restaurants. Tourists will come to Oakville to get away from the big city and enjoy the quaint villages or places to eat within the suburban metropolis.

In 1834, Oakville was officially declared a port of entry into Canada, making it a popular destination for newcomers. While this means that the majority of residents are of European decent, the town prides itself on its cultural inclusivity. Many restaurants incorporate global cuisines in an effort to diversify the region.


Within the heart of Oakville's waterfront lies Bronte Harbour, a self-described "Village-by-the-Lake." The harbour offers a wide variety of places to eat, including fine dining restaurants and trendy cafes. One of the most popular restaurants is the Montforte Mediterranean restaurant. This family-favourite eatery offers fresh, homemade dishes like souvlaki, grilled seafood, and vegetarian pita plates.

Food has become the centre of many festivals in the area. The Taste of Downtown Oakville is an annual celebration of cuisine and local cookery. Fifteen restaurants in the downtown area will prepare signature prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus for residents, featuring Italian, Indian, South African, French, and Mexican cuisine. This festival occurs annually between February 19th and March 4th.

Oakville also hosts two big farmers markets. The Civitan Club of Oakville, an organization whose goal is to raise money for Canadian charities, facilitates a market at Dorval Crossing East, a shopping district along Queen Elizabeth Way. Every Saturday between May 3 and Nov. 29, produce retailers and artisans will make their way to the square to sell their crafts. The other market is located at the Oakville Place Shopping Centre on Leighland Ave. The market hosts about 20 different vendors, each one showcasing locally grown vegetables, meats, and cheeses.

The restaurants featured on MenuPalace reflect the charming multiplicity of Oakville, Ont.