10 Great Restaurants in Thunder Bay, Ontario

LOCATION: Sleeping Giant - Thunder Bay, Ontario - Lake Superior

Thunder Bay is known for its booming restaurant scene. There are fantastic restaurants around every corner in this city. Here is a list of 10 Great Restaurants in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

1. The Silver Birch

The Silver Birch Restaurant is the concept of owner/chef Darlene Green. Darlene operated Sweet Dreams Bakery and Catering for over 25 years and decided the timing was right to join Thunder Bay’s thriving restaurant district.

Her love of the outdoors and Northern Ontario is reflected in all aspects of the restaurant. Described as “Northern Inspired” the menu reflects the unique culinary and cultural diversity of our area, incorporating as many local ingredients as possible.

Located in the heart of the waterfront district, with a view of Lake Superior, the restaurant has a warm modern feel incorporating the natural elements of birch forest scenery and a stone fireplace.

Address: 28 Cumberland St N, Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4K8
Menu: thesilverbirchrestaurant.com
Phone: (807) 345-0597

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2. Lot 66

Designed to be one of the warmest and intimate spaces in the city, Lot 66 combines warm colours with interesting textiles and rich fabrics to create a restaurant with loungy elements. Owner and Executive Chef Mike Roulston has a passion for food and wine that enables him to create some of the most interesting and flavourful dishes in Thunder Bay.

Address: 66 Court St S, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 2X3
Menu: lot66.ca
Phone: (807) 683-7708

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3. The Growing Season

The Growing Season opened its doors in the fall of 2009 after four local women joined together to create a space where the community could share fresh, healthy food and drinks.

This local eatery features homemade wraps, salads, soups, desserts, daily specials, fresh juices, and smoothies. Lentils are sprouted in-house, and local seasonal produce is carried when available.

We like to make everything from scratch, choosing the best and ingredients we can get our hands on while keeping our prices affordable. Our dishes are unique, colourful, refreshing and nutritious, with the emphasis on health and sustainability.

Address: 201 Algoma St S, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 3C1
Menu: growingseason.ca
Phone: (807) 344-6869

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4. Caribou Restaurant + Wine Bar

At Caribou the surroundings are comfortable and the focus is contemporary cuisine of exceptional quality. Signature dishes created by Chef Craig Vieira include certified Angus tenderloin, cedar plank salmon, black and blue ahi tuna and wood oven pizzas. Our desserts are prepared in-house by our pastry chef. Our extensive wine list was compiled by our wine expert Jeff Hupka with numerous vintage wines as well as over 30 wines by the glass.

Caribou has been listed in “Where to Eat in Canada” for several years running and the wine list has earned the “Wine Spectator Award of Excellence” every year since 2002.

Address: 727 Hewitson St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6B5
Menu: caribourestaurant.com
Phone: (807) 628-8588

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5. Tomlin Restaurant

Tomlin is a Thunder Bay Restaurant working alongside local producers to create fresh and eclectic plates with an emphasis on sharing at the table. The Dinner Menu is a collaborative effort from the Kitchen Team. It changes often to keep things seasonal and interesting for our customers.

Address: 202 1/2 Red River Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 1A4
Menu: tomlinrastaurant.com
Phone: (807) 346-4447

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6. the Sovereign Room

Established in 2010 and a forerunner to downtown Port Arthur’s burgeoning culinary scene, the Sovereign Room gastropub strives for innovation as well as using fresh house-made ingredients wherever possible. Stop by for a pint after work or experience our award winning pubfare in a laid-back environment.

Thunder Bay’s ground zero for local, craft and import beers. Now carrying products from Bellwoods, Left Field, Halo and Burdock breweries.

Address: 220 Red River Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 1A6
Menu: sovereignroom.com
Phone: (807) 343-9277

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7. Naxos Grill & Bar

Our diverse menu selections include Canadian favorites and our traditional family recipes from Greece. We pride ourselves in using the best quality ingredients to prepare fresh quality food to give you a tasty and authentic experience.
Whether it’s a simple night out, a takeout order or a special event, we want you to sit back, relax and enjoy the flavour and hospitality of Naxos Grill & Bar. Discover new tastes and inspired recipes from our traditional family to yours.

Address: 610 Arthur St W, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 5R8
Menu: naxosthunderbay.com
Phone: (807) 475-3886

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8. Man vs. Meat

Address:1101 Victoria Ave E, Thunder Bay, ON P7C 1B7
Menu: manvsmeat.ca
Phone: (807) 286-3287

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9. Kabab Village

The Hatoum family invites you to enjoy the authentic flavours of Lebanon and the Meditteranean. The Hatoum’s opened Kabab Village in 2009 with Taghrid Hatoum as head chef.

In 2011 the restaurant was redecorated to have a more Lebanese décor. They offer an extensive menu all made with Halal meat as well as many Vegetarian dishes. Almost all of the food is prepared fresh to order in the traditional way.

Address: 215 Syndicate Ave S, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 1C8
Menu: kababvillage.com
Phone: (807) 622-9495

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10. Prospector Restaurant

Situated in the beautiful slate River Valley, southwest of Thunder Bay. Hockenhull farms has long been famous for Prime Beef and Choice Produce. Over thirty years as Ranchers and restaurateurs gives the Prospector Restaurant the edge in maintaining the highest standard of excellence. Succulent cuts of prime rib, juicy steaks, chicken or fish dishes. Each complete with world-famous buns and in-house-made soup and salad bar.

Address: 27 Cumberland St S, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 2T3
Menu: prospectorsteakhouse.com
Phone: (807) 345-5833

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