Location: St. Catharines
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Top Things to do in St. Catharines
- 1. Lakeside Park Carousel
- 2. The Post Office Shannon Passero
- 3. St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre at Lock 3
- 4. Creekside Estate Winery
- 5. Happy Rolph's Animal Farm
- 6. Morningstar Mill
- 7. Henry of Pelham Family Estate
- 8. 13th Street Winery
- 9. St Catharines Farmers Market
- 10. Chateau des Charmes
Most Popular Mediterranean food in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Best Mediterranean restaurants nearby. Discover the best Mediterranean food in St. Catharines. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Mediterranean restaurants near you.. St. Catharines is the largest city in Canada's Niagara Region and the sixth largest urban area in Ontario, with 96.13 square kilometres (37.1 sq mi) of land and 133,113 residents in 2016. It lies in Southern Ontario, 51 kilometres (32 mi) south of Toronto across Lake Ontario, and is 19 kilometres (12 mi) inland from the international boundary with the United States along the Niagara River. It is the northern entrance of the Welland Canal. Residents of St. Catharines are known as St. Cathariners. St. Catharines carries the official nickname "The Garden City" due to its 1,000 acres (4 km) of parks, gardens and trails.
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9. Cafe Garibaldi Ristorante
Overall Ratings
5 based on 17 reviews
Casual fine dining. Italian cuisine. Homemade desserts. Separate Vegetarian and Vegan menu available. Extensive imported wine list, as well as, local VQA wines. Great spot for date-night, business luncheon, special occasions, etc. We can also accommodate
Reviewed By Y8695MGjohnb
The Restaurant is small, intimate and well decorated. The menu is somewhat limited but there is a nice variety. The Owner/Waiter is quiet, friendly and informative. I had the medium rack of lamb which was seasoned and cooked perfectly. My wife had Bison steak - both came with seasonal vegetables. Our 93 year old birthday girl had the Italian Wedding soup and stuffed homemade ravioli which she raved about. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wanted to celebrate a special occasion in a special way.
8. N'ata Cosa Ristorante Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 150 reviews
St. Catharines' favourite award winning ristorante - top 4 pizzaiolo in the world! We offer hand crafted Italian cuisine at its very best. Authentic Napoletana wood fired pizza, house made pastas made fresh daily, incredible entrees, house made bread and
Reviewed By kimbY4569AE
We just came back from a fabulous meal! We enjoyed âdate nightâ with an amazing 3 course meal for 2 for $50 including an appetizer, chicken parm with fresh pasta and dessert and cappuccinos! My son loved his pizza as well. The service was excellent, they went above and beyond! Thank you so much for joining us this evening during date night. The team will be happy to know you loved everything from the service to the cuisine. We are satisfied that your son loved his pizza as well. Being a family restaurant we pride ourself on bringing a warm and welcome feeling for the whole family to enjoy their night out. Thank you so much Kim. We cant wait to see you again.
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7. Dispatch
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
The best memories are borne of adventure. They arrive serendipitously when you go places youâve never been - when you open up to the unknown, and put yourself in the hands of those who know their way around. With global cuisine and a beverage program that
Reviewed By HighcroftManor
This new gastronomic restaurant is fabulous. Young Aussie chef with Middle-Eastern inspired dishes that are imaginative, creative and absolutely delicious. We sat at the bar (most comfortable bar chairs on Earth) and he personally delivered each dish and carefully explained every ingredient. Not sure he can keep that up when the place is packed, but it was mighty impressive. As was the food. It is tapas-style, with small dishes, exquisitely prepared. And they do not accept any tips or gratuities. Instead, they pay a fair wage to their staff. What a concept! Amazing addition to the Niagara dining landscape.
6. The Lemon Tree
Overall Ratings
4 based on 117 reviews
Come enjoy a freshly prepared meal with rich ingredients and a flair for the Mediterranean style of cooking. From appetizers to entree to dessert each meal is prepared which ingredients we know you love! Cheers Niagara
Reviewed By twosunbunnies
The food was adequate at best. I have tasted better and the quantity was disappointing. The salads were made from standard materials, not specialty items the dressing was not too bad considering. The Falafel was a little disappointing for me. We had originally planned to go to a restaurant that was right next-door but we decided on Lemontree instead. Not high on my list of to return to restaurants.
5. Mele Trattoria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By Paul L
We showed up unannunced about 8pm Saturday night, and they were just starting to wind down. They are open 5pm-close...not sure when that is, but those are the hours. At first it seemed that they might not be taking any more tables, but they quickly assured us we could have a seat and they would be happy to look after us. That was our lucky break. The service was fantastic..start to finish..and the food was just excellent. I had the chicken parm (special that night) and the wife had the Salmon (also a special that evening). The bread they give you to begin was great, but we added a bruschetta as well. Fantastic. The entrees came and they were just so darn good. We had a bottle of Meglomaniac Pinot Noir with dinner, and that was perfect. A truly pleasant experience. A+++++
4. Fresco's Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 241 reviews
Welcome! experience the wonderful flavors of the Mediterranean here at fresco's, Absorb our warm colours in or upbeat atmosphere as your taste buds explode.Enjoy our, large selection of taste wines from Niagara and around the world.Choose from over 25 app
Reviewed By Marie R
Enjoyed a nice dinner out with the girls tonight. The server was very friendly and courteous. The food choices were amazing and hard to decide. We went with the funghi pizza, warm goat cheese salad and vegan pizza and we were all happy and satisfied with our choices. The prices were very reasonable as was the ambiance and the cleanliness of the venue. You will not be disappointed.Hi Marie!Thanks for the review!Happy to hear you enjoyed your experience!We hope to see you again!Cheers!NickManagement
3. George's Greek Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 261 reviews
George's Greek Villiage is a premier destination for Greek cuisine in the Niagara Region. Please visit our website for a list of services, and menu options. Offering catering, and banquet services.
Reviewed By tablefortwodiaries
Cozy setting and in a very quiet location. The fried calamari, bruschetta,the green salad were the show stoppers. Absolutely loved the fresh garden vegetables with fetas and drizzled with olive oil. Dipping it with their fresh greek rolls was good. The bruschetta was absolutely amazing. Drenched with mild flavorful tomatoes, black pepper and feta - was a treat in my mouth. Wife's moussaka was good but very heavy. Definitely should have opted for a small portion. I loved my chicken gyros - was tender, spicy and flavorful. T
2. Cafe Amore
Overall Ratings
4 based on 415 reviews
Cafe Amore is Mediterranean inspired restaurant that opened in 1995. Featuring seafood, steak, veal, lamb, chicken, pastas, pizza and vegetarian dishes you'll be sure to find something for everyone. Over the years it has been voted as the best overall res
Reviewed By PookyCake
Open since 1995, Café Amore has been a staple of the St. Catharines area for nearly a quarter century. Over that time, the restaurant has garnered many accolades, according to their own website: best overall restaurant, most romantic, best desserts and best ambiance, amongst a few others. Of course, it would be helpful to know who voted Café Amore âbestâ in each of these categories â and when â but I guess such details are redundant when self-promoting?In any event, I patronized this restaurant with family for what was supposed to be, Iâm told, an unforgettable meal. Now, letâs start with what I liked about Café Amore: I did like the ambiance and atmosphere; it was traditional Mediterranean, but with a contemporary twist. The staff, doubtless, added to this warm and friendly atmosphere. Throughout the dinner service, they were engaging, friendly and very attentive and they did so in a way that wasnât intrusive. For me, this was a big âplusâ because it demonstrated that the Café Amore team understands the essence of good customer service, which is an integral part of any positive dining experience.Unfortunately, the food did not quite match the high calibre of customer service; in fact, Iâd go so far as to say the food was a mixed bag. The Charcuterie platter, which served as an appetizer, was spot on. It featured a nice selection of meats and cheeses â including prosciutto, salami, gorgonzola and provolone â and other niceties, including olives and the ever delightful figs. Likewise, my Caesar salad was good. It featured fresh parmesan and a dressing that contained just the right level of acidity and garlic. After two great starters, I had high hopes for my main: Stuffed sole. Much to my chagrin, however, the stuffed sole â a flat fish â fell flat in a pronounced way. First, the presentation was left wanting. The sole came in a grease-saturated dish (see photo); and the accompanying vegetables looked fairly sorry and sad, with the broccoli turning yellow in colour. Even the parsley garnish couldnât save the plating here. Second, when it came to taste, I was most disappointed. The sole, despite being filled with a broccoli-shrimp-cheese stuffing and saturated in an oily alfredo (?) sauce, lacked any significant flavour. The poor sole was completely lost in the oily mess. The one flavour that did ring through, though? The freezer. Yum!I should note, as well, that one member of our party had a wood-fired pizza. It was fine, but far from the best Iâve had in this regard. There were ample toppings but, for a wood-fired pie, it was rather âsoftâ in texture, which isnât standard. On the plus side, though, it was better than my fish.One thing that Iâve heard a lot about is Café Amoreâs desserts. Even while dining in the restaurant, I was able to overhear people raving about their cakes and pies. As such, I was excited to try one as well. I ended up going for the Strawberry shortcake. I will say, in terms of both presentation and taste, this cake was a definite winner. The cake was soft; the strawberry filling wasnât overly sweet; and the portion size was just right after a decent-sized meal. Sure, none of the desserts are actually made on site â and that is kind of a downer â but then again, there are quite a few establishments that bring these treats in from elsewhere. Itâs a pretty common practice. Youâd be surprised.FOOD: 3/5SERVICE: 4/5VALUE: 3/5RECOMMENDATION: Well, even though Café Amore has received many a (mystery) accolade, I probably wouldnât go out of my way to return here. The appetizers were good but the mains not so much. Likewise, the cake was delicious, but not made on site. While not really familiar with the St. Catharines area, Iâd hazard a guess that there are other â better â Mediterranean eateries in the vicinity. Mild recommendation.PS: If you found this review helpful in any way please consider hitting the "helpful" button!
Most Popular Chinese food in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
1. Joe Feta's Greek Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 496 reviews
Niagara's favourite authentic Greek! The Joe Feta philosophy means providing a warm and inviting atmosphere, friendly service and delicious food that will put a smile on your face. Rekindle the fun that friends and family feel when they get together.
Reviewed By JKVictor
The restaurant is clean and open, the service was efficient and attentive and the food was authentic and excellent. What more can you say. All of this at more than reasonable prices. Good salads, great calamari with a light breading and really good soup. We also had a nicely prepared Moussaka. Well worth it.
Where to eat Italian food in St. Catharines: The Best Restaurants and Bars
