City: Niagara-on-the-Lake
Top Things to do in Niagara-on-the-Lake
5 Breweries in Niagara-on-the-Lake That You Shouldn't Miss
In Canada's wine country, Niagara-on-the-Lake presents a well-preserved 19th-century village and its charms. Drive or bike through the area, stopping at wineries and Fort George National Historic Site. Ride along the Niagara Escarpment on horseback or book a white-water adventure at nearby Niagara Falls (you might have heard of them).
Restaurants in Niagara-on-the-Lake
1. Niagara College Teaching Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Award-winning beer produced by students of Niagara College’s Teaching Brewery. Our open-concept state-of-the-art 1,500 sq. ft. teaching micro-brewery facility offers students of Canada’s first Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management program extensive hands on training in the on-site Brewery to prepare them for employment in the expanding brewery, microbrewery and brewpub industries. The Brewmaster program and Teaching Brewery are located at Niagara College’s beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake campus. Students produce a variety of brews and tasting and beer purchases are available on-site.
Reviewed By BrantfordMark - Brantford, Canada
Hands down, one of the finest craft breweries in North America. I have been a fan since they started their degree program in 2010. It has been a pleasure to follow their graduates as they move to prominent breweries in Canada and beyond. They have a permanent lineup of core beers that represent major lagers and ales from around the world. My favourite is their Strong Ale 101, a classic Scotch Ale. Most interesting to me are the small batch beers brewed by the students. The creativity and quality are extraordinary. A recent roster included 2 German Kolsch variants, a peach ale, a stylized Belgian Brown ale and a German Dunkelweizen. In the past, students released English spiced winter ales and the best Hefeweizen brewed outside Germany that I have ever tasted. Their Growler Club is a bargain. For the past 5 years or so, I convinced my family to spring for a membership to celebrate my birthday and Fathers Day. Free seminars, discounted merch, free tastings and 1 complimentary growler fill per month! Plus a free excuse to visit once a month to sample the exclusive Growler Club brew. They are currently shut down because of the Pandemic, but I encourage beer afficionados in Ontario to sample their wares by placing a phone order. Shipping is free or nominal in Ontario. Just to show my continued support, I actually made the 2+ hour round trip yesterday to pick up a case of assorted beers. Their seminars have transitioned to a Zoom based format. You can even sample along with the speaker by ordering the target beers for each session. Moderated by master brewers on staff, they are well worth attending.
2. Niagara Oast House Brewers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By leandroid01 - Sao Paulo, Brazil
A lot of beers on tap and amazing food. They have more than 10 beer options on tap and a great menu.
3. Silversmith Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 368 reviews
Ontario's original destination brewery--housed in an old church built in 1894. Home of the multi-award-winning Black Lager and many other fine brews. Not only do we offer beer to enjoy here and bottles for you to take home, but also, we have partnered with oddBird. to provide a menu of their famous fried chicken sandwiches, burgers and tater tots to round-out the Silversmith experience.
Reviewed By torontoshutterbug65 - Toronto, Canada
Great building a converted church that is now a brewing house. Had the flight that allowed us to sample 8 different beers. There were 4 that between the two of us we really enjoyed, so much so we bought a growler. None were terrible just a bit funky for our liking or a bit dark rich. Overall great - this is why we love craft breweries to try new and different beers. Service was great by the waitstaff and owner. Food looked very good we only sampled mac and cheese and knotted bread which were both very good. Good parking as well. Love the décor and how they incorporated the church structures into bar standards, ie pews and chalkboards Did not like the long table with high cards the table is a shin killer, watch yourself but after a few pints you will not feel the pain. Worth the trip
4. The Exchange Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 200 reviews
The Exchange is a premium brewery and tasting room located in Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Old Town heritage district. Beer selection includes a range of American styles, along with sour and funky Belgian-style beers and ales. Come in and enjoy a beer flight, or draft, along with shareable food items. Extensive bottle shop onsite, with a wide range of beer styles available . Conveniently located on Queen Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Exchange Brewery is not to be missed.
Reviewed By MichelleMarie623 - Liverpool, United States
We were in Niagara-on-the-Lake for a couples getaway and enjoyed an afternoon tasting. What a great little spot! Great beer and terrific ambiance! They offered some lite bites and we ordered the grilled cheese sandwich. Definitely a great pick! Don't miss this spot if you want a relaxing atmosphere to sample some great beer!
5. Ironwood Cider House
Ironwood Cider House is a destination in Niagara-on-the-Lake offering a diverse lineup of modern, artisanal, and vintage ciders made from local Ontario apples.
