Best Lunch Restaurants in St. Catharines

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1. Twenty Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(36)

Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • St. Catharines

Booked 7 times today

Twenty is a casual fine dining wine bar located Downtown St. Catharines, just steps away from the Preforming Arts Centre. We have a small intimate place with a relaxed vibe and a unique menu that includes cocktails, beer, and wine. Our food menu is designed to share, but can also be enjoyed as an al la carte dinner.

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2. HAMBRGR - St Catharines

4.4

Awesome(303)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • St. Catharines

Booked 4 times today

People are going to spell our name wrong, and they’re going to question the choice. Simplicity applies to all things, and burgers are not an exception. We get right to the point at HAMBRGR. We give our guests the perfect combination of locally sourced ingredients, a wide selection of craft beer, culinary artistry, and of course, one of the most memorable experiences one can muster in the enriching restaurant culture sweeping over the city.

3. Fat Rabbit

4.7

Exceptional(230)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • St. Catharines

Booked 18 times today

Reservations are open for dinner only, lunch is walk ins only. What’s in the name you ask? We don’t really know, other than the fact that it has a good ring to it. Nothing really about this place makes much sense. Are we a butcher shop or a restaurant? Are we a butcher shop inside of a restaurant? Or a restaurant inside of a butcher shop? In our spare time we like to build fires and cook food over wood, you can hire us to do that. We make all of our own charcuterie in house, and we’re determined to get better at that everyday. How do two concepts operate together in harmony? We don’t really know yet, but we will work at it ‘til it’s seamless. One thing we do know, all of the meat served and sold between these four walls is strictly derived from whole animals butchered in-house, sourced from happy places.

4. Benchmark

4.9

Exceptional(1395)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Booked 2 times today

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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5. Tiara Restaurant - Queen's Landing Hotel

4.5

Awesome(1988)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Niagara-on-the-Lake

Booked 11 times today

Contemporary Dining overlooking the Niagara River, serving Ocean Wise Certified Seafood, Grilled Meats with The Best Ontario Produce, Local Wines, Craft Cocktails And Ales. The menu changes with the season, yet always showcases the finest ingredients to be found in Niagara and beyond. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week, Tiara also offers a delightful Sunday brunch, pre- and post-theatre dining, and an extensive wine list featuring local vintages and wines from around the world. Your culinary extravaganza awaits at Tiara.Regular Table Booked: Indoor Seating Bar Table Booked: Indoor seating in our Lounge/Bar area

6. IL FORNELLO

4.2

Awesome(400)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • St. Catharines

Booked 7 times today

Toronto’s beloved IL FORNELLO has arrived in St. Catharines, bringing with it our famous Neapolitan-style pizzas, pastas, and entrées, along with the most extensive vegan and gluten-free options in town.Our space is perfect for dining, private parties, corporate events, or special gatherings. During the warmer months, relax on our spacious patio. Prefer to dine at home? Order online for pickup or delivery through our exclusive partner, UberEats, and enjoy IL FORNELLO wherever you are.Proud recipients of the OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award in both 2023 and 2024, we are committed to delivering exceptional food and service.We look forward to welcoming you to IL FORNELLO St. Catharines!

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7. Cafe Amore - St. Catharines

4.6

Exceptional(1759)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • St. Catharines

Booked 28 times today

Cafe Amore has been serving great Mediterranean-inspired food since 1995. There's something for everyone at this popular local establishment. Pasta dishes, wood-fired pizza made with imported ingredients, paella, seafood, steaks, chicken dishes all served with a Mediterranean flare can be found here. Many items are house-made including all the sauces and dressings. There is a variety of large salads, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options to be enjoyed. A showcase filled with desserts is always a tempting end to any meal. Fully licensed with a complete bar menu and large wine list including local and imported selections. The decor is warm and inviting with fireplaces, stone walls, booth seating.

8. Valley Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2108)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • St. Catharines

Booked 20 times today

The Valley Restaurant brings a European feel to Niagara dining. Tucked away on a quiet street in north St. Catharines close to Niagara-on-the-Lake this trattoria style restaurant serves homemade Italian inspired cuisine. Everything is made in house from the fresh baked bread, fresh pastas and sauces, gelato and incredible desserts. The menu includes veal, seafood, steak, a variety of pasta dishes including gnocchi, lasagne, ravioli. There is a full cocktail menu and fabulous wine list including local and imported selections. The atmosphere is warm and inviting with a large fireplace, intimate tables, white linen tablecloths and impeccable service.

9. Rockway Vineyards

4.1

Excellent(162)

Price: Moderate

• Winery • St. Catharines

Experience Niagara's hidden gem nestled in between premier grape-growing regions. Rockway Vineyards is dedicated to providing our guests with a unique wine country dining experience. While dining with us, guests will be able to enjoy the selection of wine available in our Wine Store, by the glass or the whole bottle.

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10. MR MIKES - St Catharines

4.4

Awesome(260)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • St. Catharines

Booked 6 times today

MR MIKES SteakhouseCasual is defined by what we aren’t, as opposed to what we are. We aren’t like other steakhouses. No dark lighting, starched tablecloths, pretentious servers or overpriced steaks. From our signature steaks to our famous Mikeburger®, we have something for every taste and budget. Enjoy Happiest Hours pricing daily from 2pm to 5pm and 9pm to close, and lunch and dinner service everyday. Choose a game from our games wall to play with friends or family, engage with our genuine and friendly servers or grab a quick lunch midday. We are everything you want in a steakhouse, only casual. MR MIKES St. Catharines located across from Niagara Health St. Catharines Site Hospital and beside Farm Boy.

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Murray
Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great dining experience! We started off with the tartine (excellent), followed by the squid (lightly breaded, tender, delicious) and the veal sweatbreads (very good, a little heavy on the breading for my taste). Next up: the mushrooms and polenta (great) and, finally, the spinach with beef tongue (great dish!). Dessert was the poached pear (poached to perfection). The service was excellent, the noise-level, on the other hand, a little high. The bill came to close to $100 per person (only one glass of wine between the two of us), which is what you have to expect to pay for this sort of quality nowadays.
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Fat RabbitPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• St. Catharines
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4.7
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Nancy
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
When setting down the different dishes we wished the server would explain what is on the plate. Identify the different sauces etc. I gave the food a 4 as my steak had a tendon??running through it so I ate around it.
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BenchmarkPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Niagara-on-the-Lake
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4.9
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Stephen
New York City •10 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 4, 2024
Good food, great service and a fantastic option before or after a show.
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Twenty Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• Dining Bar• St. Catharines
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4.7
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Dave
Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 23, 2024
The food was great, the beer was cold, the service was excellent and the ambiance is relaxing, Perfect place before a show at the PAC or if downtown for any reason.
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HAMBRGR - St CatharinesPrice: Moderate• Burgers• St. Catharines
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4.4

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35 restaurants available nearby

1. Twenty Kitchen & Bar

2. HAMBRGR - St Catharines

3. Fat Rabbit

4. Benchmark

5. Tiara Restaurant - Queen's Landing Hotel

6. IL FORNELLO

7. Cafe Amore - St. Catharines

8. Valley Restaurant

9. Rockway Vineyards

10. MR MIKES - St Catharines

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