RESTAURANTS

All the Great Places to Eat

In & Around Bayfield, Ontario

Click on the links below to choose from the fine dining experiences available in Bayfield and Bluewater.  To check them out on TripAdvisor, click here.

The Albion Hotel 

1 Main St. Bayfield N0M 1G0

Sunday – Saturday: 11:30 am – 12:00 midnight

Homemade burgers, chicken wings and fish and chips are among their most popular orders.  The large menu has something for everyone; plenty of appetizers, pub grub and sandwiches, poutine and mac & cheese too.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Claudine D “Atmosphere and yummy fare We stopped into the Albion Hotel for snacks to sustain us until dinner, so we didn’t have a full meal. The Quesadilla starter was delicious – add the guacamole to the side for the extra 2.50, it is worth it. 🙂 The service was great and we thoroughly enjoyed our time in the dining room.”                                                                

Ashwood Bourbon Bar 

34777 Bayfield River Road, Bayfield N0M 1G0

Monday: 4:30 – 10 pm • Thursday: 4:30 – 9 pm • Friday: 4:30 – 10 pm • Saturday: 2:30 – 10 pm • Sunday: 2:30 – 9 pm

This restaurant offers a delicious seasonal dinner menu along with one of the largest bourbon collections in Canada.  The sunny patio is open all summer long.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Shawn R: “Great Meal! My wife and I had dinner here for our last night in Bayfield. Tim was an exceptional host and helped us experience a couple of new Bourbons, suited to our tastes. The appetizers were to die for, followed by the beef rib (the size of which would make Fred Flintstone blush!) and a pasta dish with pork bellies that was out of this world, unfortunately we’ve forgotten the chef’s name, but a sincere thank you to you and Tim for a memorable evening.” 

Bayfield Berry Farm 

77697 Orchard Line. Bayfield, ON N0M 1G0

Thursday – Sunday: 8 am – 4 pm • Until December 24th when they close until the spring

On this farm you will find their home-style café where you can experience true farm to table produce/products while enjoying breakfast, lunch, buffets, brunches and desserts or frozen treats. 

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by souldreamers “Great Breakfast, Great Products, Great Staff We enjoyed a delicious Breakfast and came home with lots of Jam and Cider. They have Home grown preserves including Saskatoon Berries! Lots of great choices and free tasting helps to make decisions! Sweet waitress! Very good breakfast! Include this place on your stop to Bayfield!” 

The Bayfield Public House 

14 Main St. N. Bayfield N0M 1G0

Monday & Thursday: 12 noon – 8 pm • Friday & Saturday: 12 noon – 10 pm • Sunday:  11 am – 8 pm

Open kitchen style dining where you can watch all the great dishes being prepared and served up. An amazing brunch is on the menu every Sunday, and Monday is pizza night every week. Consider getting the pan-seared Halibut with jasmine rice or a platter of pulled pork nachos, both sound delicious. 

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Brent D “Nice Find We were looking for the brewery portion…found the restaurant. Food and service were great. The beer and cheddar soup was excellent, as was the smoked meat sandwich. Salad, fries and deserts were tasty as well. Their one Canadian Pale Ale they make off-site was very good. Will definitely be back!” 

Black Dog Village Pub & Bistro 

5 Main St. N. Bayfield N0M 1G0

Monday – Sunday: 11:30 am – 5 pm for Lunch / 5 – 9 pm for Dinner • (Closed Monday & Tuesday during the Off Season)

A Canadian establishment featuring local foods prepared with simplicity and style. More than 20 draught beers on tap, and a great selection of bottled beers, an award-winning wine list and an impressive collection of single malt whisky, bourbon and Irish whiskey.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Colin G: “Top notch experience! I planned a surprise party for my wife and 16 other people in September, the Blackdog staff was amazing through the planning process and the execution on the day of. Our server knew everything about the food, craft beers and wines the offered. He kept us entertained and on time and the food was delish. I can’t thank them enough, you must eat here when in Bayfield!” 

Copenhagen’s 

8 Main St. N. Bayfield N0M 1G0

Open seasonally

Fresh Lake Huron fish and chips, tacos, ice cream, frozen yogurt and fresh cut fries. Located in the heart of the village. Just step right up to the window to place your order!

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by sc0use14 “Lunch Good food at great prices, a nice place for a meal if the weather is warm as they only have outside seating. We have dined here numerous times for lunch and so far never a disappointment. A good menu with lots to choose from and always a large portion.”                                                            

The Docks 

76559 Bluewater Hwy, Bayfield N0M 1G0

Tuesday & Sunday: 11:30 am – 9 pm • Wednesday: 11:30 am – 10 pm • Thursday: 11:30 am – 12 am • Friday & Saturday: 11:30 am – 2 am

Diners are able to experience first-hand Huron County’s fresh meats and seasonally fresh produce. This comfortable restaurant is owned by Chef Colin Corriveau. He has created a menu with a wide selection of appetizers, salads and entrees that will satisfy all tastes and appetites.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by TravellingAgain1 “Great food They had a lot of choice on the menu from fish & chips to burgers to Thai food. Despite it being crazy busy, the food still arrived within 30-35 minutes and was hot. Tasted great, price was good. I would go back.”                                                                                                                          

Drift 

9 Main St. N. Bayfield N0M 1G0

Thursday: 5 – 9 pm • Friday: 5 pm – 3 am • Saturday: 12 noon – 3 am • Sunday: 12 noon – 3 pm

The regular & bar menus offer many exciting choices like California or spicy tuna rolls, Miso soup, Caprese salad, ‘Japadog’, lobster roll or butter chicken poutine. But every Thursday night they shake things up with an international menu, such as Mexican, Italian or Carribean. 

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Luke K “Outstanding. As a Bayfield local and a lover of sushi I have no idea why it’s taken me so long to try Drift. Had three types of rolls and one tempura, all of them were by far the best I’ve ever had. I got takeout, but would for sure sit down at the restaurant in the future. Highly recommend to anyone on a visit to Bayfield.”                                                                     

Hessenland Inn

72981 Bluewater Highway, Zurich N0M 2T0  (between Bayfield & Grand Bend)

Dining room is open Fridays & Saturdays for dinner, Reservations required • Please call 519.236.7707

Gourmet European and local fare at its finest. Chef Frank Ihrig obtained his chef’s papers in Frankfurt, Germany then after extensive travelling he returned to the Hessenland farm as the second-generation owner and head chef. 

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by foodreviewca  “RETREAT – What an amazing venue for any retreat. Love the food love the service love the location. Everyone at the end was extremely attentive. Quality of food at this venue was excellent. And the amenities including the Wi-Fi or perfect for any retreat……”

Jerry Rader’s Market

38110 Zurich Hensall Rd S, Zurich N0M 2T0

Monday – Friday: 9 am – 6 pm •  Saturday:  9 am – 5 pm • Sunday: 11 am – 4 pm

This cafeteria-style eatery has a specific menu for those needing a ‘grab-and-go’ meal. You can choose from many types of salad, cold cuts and sandwiches.  Available every Friday they include a hot menu as well. Their freezers are filled with dishes to take with you so you can enjoy their food at home too.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisr by lukek2015“Best Friday lunch spot in Huron County. They sell amazing lunches every day, sandwiches and salads as well as tons of stuff to bring home for dinner. Fridays they sell a hot lunch with your choice of meat and sides. Everything is very reasonably priced and is delicious, especially the beans. A must stop lunch spot if you’re in the area.”

The Lake House of Bayfield 

21 Main St. N. Bayfield N0M 1G0

Open daily at 11 am, Sunday closes at 4:30 pm

An excellent choice for casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere. A contemporary menu focusing on fresh local fare, they offer something for everyone’s palate with a mixture of traditional dishes and also more innovative seasonal fare. Try the dining room or one of the cozy bar areas. 

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by C C “Love the Lakehouse:) Stopped in for dinner on the outdoor patio.  Enjoyed Steak nacho platter and my guest enjoyed the Bacon burger. Food was outstanding in quality, the quantity was more than I could finish, staff was exceptional. Live entertainment was starting as we were leaving. Worth stopping here.” 

The Little Inn 

26 Main St. N. Bayfield N0M 1G0

Restaurant:  Breakfast served Monday, Thursday – Saturday: 8 – 10:30 am • Sunday Brunch: 9 am – 2 pm • Dinner served Friday & Saturday: 5:30 – 8:30 pm — Taproom:  Lunch served Thursday – Saturday: 11:30 am – 3 pm • Dinner served Wednesday – Sunday: 5:30 – 8:30 pm • Snack menu available Thursday – Saturday: 3 – 5 pm & 9 – 9:30 pm; Sunday: 3 – 5 pm

The Willow Room at The Little Inn offers menus by Executive Chef Dan Stubbs, featuring locally sourced Huron County produce & proteins. Public is welcome; reservations are appreciated.

For reservations, call 519 565 2611. Or visit the Four in Hand Taproom, that has an extensive selection of beers, wine, specialty cocktails and a casual menu. 

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by _cfata “Quaint Little Spot Quaint restaurant in a quaint town. Great for fine dining or casual. Mushroom Risotto was one of the best I have had.” 

May’s Diner

61 King St. Hensall  N0M 1X0

Monday – Thursday: 8 am – 3 pm • Friday: 8 am – 7 pm • Saturday & Sunday: 8 am – 3 pm

Home-style cooking is what you will get at this charming restaurant in Hensall, and you will not leave hungry. On the first Friday of every month they feature a Chinese food buffet. 

  • Review posted on Facebook “Very good service, called ahead to see if it was busy. Had a table set for us, party of 11. Most of us ordered the breakfast, everyone very happy, good quality food, big hearty portions. Wouldn’t hesitate to go again!”

New Orleans Pizza

2 The Square, Bayfield N0M 1G0

Sunday – Thursday:  11 am – 9 pm • Friday & Saturday: 11 am – 11 pm

Out of the Blue Fish & Seafood Market

The Square, Bayfield N0M 1G0

Monday – Saturday: 9 am – 8 pm • Sunday:  9 am – 5 pm

The place to go for fish & chips as this is what they specialize in. Not just for dining, but also retail and wholesale. The smoked fish is a much-desired item on their menu. 

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Lucia H “Great food Love their fish and chips, my favourite is perch, smoked fish is fantastic and the Pickerel Cheek chowder is to die for. Also sell fresh fish and seafood. Love this place.”                              

Rapina  (Formerly Highway Robbery)

20 Catherine Street, Bayfield N0M 1G0

Wednesday & Thursday: 11:30 am – 6 pm • Friday & Saturday: 11:30 am – 7 pm

Loads of fresh-made pasta and mile-high sandwiches to satisfy your hunger at this deli/sandwich shop. The plates are served with food you would expect to find in a fine dining Italian restaurant, but they also prepare extraordinary hand-held meals on a bun!

  • Review posted by Mike on Facebook “Stopped in for a sandwich and was super impressed. Great looking shop, friendly and helpful staff who pointed out some local spots to check out, and AMAZING sandwiches! Montreal Smoked Meat was piled high with really good mustard, and the Korean chicken was wonderful”.

Renegades Diner 

34023 Mill Road, Bayfield N0M 1G0

Monday – Wednesday: 7 am – 2 pm • Thursday – Sunday: 7 am – 9 pm

This is a family-style restaurant offering up breakfast foods like stacks of pancakes or a wide selection of eggs benedict, as well as sandwiches, burgers and a variety of pizzas. Eat-in or take-out.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Jan W “Great visit :)) We ate here twice, for brunch, over the last weekend when we were visiting the Bayfield area. I had never had a “Monte Crisco” sandwich before (had to ask what it was lol!). I had them “hold” any syrup and it was GREAT! It was nice to have “larger than average” breakfast/brunches without going away feeling poorly. The food was nicely cooked & presented and our server – while crazy overworked! – was great.”                                           

RoRo’s a la carte

133 King St. Hensall  N0M 1X0

Monday – Wednesday: 6:30 am – 1:30 pm • Thursday – Friday: 6:30 am – 1:30 pm / 5 – 7:30 pm • Saturday: 8 am – 2 pm / 5 – 7:30 pm •  Sunday: 9 am – 2 pm /  5 – 7:30 pm

A small family run restaurant that loves making good food. A wide variety of options on the menu including appetizers, breakfast, wraps, quesadillas, burgers, sandwiches, and main dishes made with love.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Gigi A “Great place! Awesome place to eat! Run buy a sweet family. Food is reasonably priced, great portion size!! Definitely coming back”

Rosie’s Ice Cream Shoppe 

25 Main St. Bayfield N0M 1G0

Open seasonally

Specializing in ice cream, frozen yogurt and other frozen treats. Exactly what you need while visiting during the hot summer months.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by trainfan2000 “Great Variety of Ice Cream This is a great place for ice cream and frozen yogurt. The choice of flavours is very large – there really is something that will appeal to everyone. There is a choice of cones or cups and you add your choice of several toppings to the ice cream. The portions are generous and the price is quite reasonable. Service is fats and friendly. You have to wait in line a bit on a hot summer, but it is well worth it.”                  

Subway 

2 Main St. S. Unit #4 Bayfield N0M 1G0

Monday – Sunday:  9 am – 7 pm

Woodland Drive-In 

17 Mill Road, Bayfield N0M 1G0

Open seasonally

Thursday & Sunday: 11 am – 8:30 pm • Friday & Saturday: 11 am – 9 pm

A great drive-in restaurant to grab something to eat on your road trip. Enjoy a buffalo chicken wrap, burger of the month, jalapeño cheddar chicken balls or some ice cream while sitting at a picnic table shaded from the sun.

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Ang Z “Mmmmm … everything is delicious.  From the burgers that the kids had, to poutines, milkshakes and cones, everyone was happy with the tasty food and bellies were full at the end! I would definitely recommend a stop in to try anything on the menu, you may have to wait as there was a continuous line but well worth the wait. I’ll be back for sure :)“

Yellow Perch Café 

19 Main Street N. Bayfield, N0M 1G0

This café-bistro has breakfast, lunch and dessert menus. Be sure to visit often as their menus change as new seasonal ingredients become available. 

  • Review posted on TripAdvisor by Dean F “Delicious Yellow Perch Meal Got the yellow perch special for dinner. The perch was delicious, lightly breaded and ample serving to fill me up. French fries are very good also with malt vinegar. Meal was 20 with taxes in.”