We all need a break, and what better way to spend time with loved ones than going out for a quick bite? If you are in Oakville, you donโt have to think much. Lucky for you, it is a beautiful town that does not fall short of providing people with the best food they have ever had. However, picking the one to have the best experience could be a bit tricky at times. So, here is your list of best restaurants there. Have a look:
1. Hexagon Restaurant
As anย upscale French eatery, Hexagonย offersย aย la carte menus for brunch and lunch and a sampling menu during dinner. The 48-seat restaurant, which gets its name from the French hexagon, also has an inviting outdoor kitchen directly adjacent to a quasi-dining area. You can try Oysters, Tartare and Steak, Pain Au Lait Bread, Poached Scallops, Chocolate Flan, or other dishes.
Location: 210 Lakeshore Rd E
2. Oliverโs Steakhouse
Visiting a steakhouse is always better if you are fond of having steaks. If you are not sure about the best steakhouse there, I must tell you about this. An iconic restaurant in Oakville, anย entire lineageย has operated Oliverโs Steakhouse since 1969. They also serve as the minds behind Torontoโs renowned steakhouse, Michaelโs on Simcoe.
Other than steaks you can also have Yukon Gold Fries, Seafood Tower, Argentinian Ribeye, Surf and Turf, Charcuterie Board, Creme Brulee and Their House Bread
Location: 141 Lakeshore Rd E
3. Beacon Social House
In the former location of Corks Restaurant in the heart of Oakville, Beacon Social House opened its doors in April 2022.ย The downtown Oakville restaurant has 110 seats, a large cocktail bar, intimate eating nooks, and an outdoor patio with views of Lakeshore Avenue and curtains. Try Pan Seared Salmon, Fritto Misto, Ravioli, Korean Beef, Hamburger with Fries and Oysters for a unique taste.
Location: 305 Lakeshore Rd E
4. Sotto Sotto
I often visit Italian restaurants wherever I travel. In Oakville, Sotto Sotto has been one of Torontoโs top Italian restaurants for almost 30 years. Freshly cooked soups, antipasti, salads, homemade pasta, seafood, and meat are all available on the menu, along with traditional thin-crust pizzas and tiramisu with booze for dessert. You must try their Chicken Scaloppini, Shrimp and Calamari Appetizer, Smoked Salmon Pasta and Tiramisu
Location: 139 Trafalgar Rd
5. Shanghai Alley Gourmet
Shanghai Alley provides excellent cuisine, usually marinated in wine, which gives entrees their characteristic reddish hue and shiny finish. Up to 30 people can be seated in the Shanghai Alley dining room. It also has a lovely patio during the nicer months of the year. So you can opt for this one too.
Location: 191 Lakeshore Rd E
6.ย Kibo Sushi
If you are a local or often visit the city, you must have heard the name of Kibo Sushi House. And as the name suggests, it is one of the best choices if youโre craving some good sushi. With more than 30 sites in the Greater Toronto Area, it is a franchise that is still expanding.
The dining room of Kibo Sushi Oakville on Lakeshore Road has 40 seats. If you visit Kibo Sushi Oakville for the first time, try their trademark dish, the Kibo Signature, a California Roll with salmon and scallops that have been burned on top. During the warmer months, a sizable patio is open for al fresco Japanese dining.
Location: 221 Lakeshore Rd E
7. August 8
August 8, Hey chill! I am not planning any date. Itโs a well-known local chain restaurant there. Do you know it was acknowledged as the first restaurant of its sort in the region to bring the best elements of both Japanese and Cantonese cuisine as a novel dining concept?
The delicious food on August 8 is a gourmet joy. The teppanyaki grill, the dim sum menu, and fresh sushi & sashimi are all available to guests. You can also try Shrimp Dumplings, Shrimp Tempura Bowl, Seaweed Salad, Torched Sushi, dynamite Hand Roll and Matcha Ice Cream.
Location: 280 North Service Rd W
8. Maroโs Bistro
Donโt only dine out; have dinner at home instead! Maroโs Bistro is special for serving some of Oakvilleโs finest Persian cuisine. It is known for its grilled meats, fresh salads, flaky flatbread, and flavorful seafood. The restaurant on Kerr Street also serves a variety of vegetarian and vegan options, including tahini, hummus, and spicy eggplant. After supper, indulge in a crispy slice of baklava while sipping some Turkish coffee or Persian tea.
Location: 135 Kerr St
9. Stoneyโs Bread Company
I will tell you one such restaurant that will refresh your mood with its lovely setting. Stoneyโs Bread Company is a relaxed, family-friendly restaurant that offers well-known classic dishes with a contemporary touch.
There is plenty of natural light at Stoneyโs Bread Company because of the floor-to-ceiling windows. Vintage portraits in black and white hang on cream-coloured walls while old lights swing from the ceiling. Booth and wooden tabletop seating are available in the open dining area. Sounds nice! I am sure youโll love the place even more after visiting. The menu offers a variety of delectable sandwiches, homemade French onion soup, fresh salads, inventive pasta bowls, thin-crust pizzas, and more.
Location: 325 Kerr St
10. Blondies Pizza
Blondies Plaza is renowned for its good service and one of the best pepperoni pizzas in Toronto (and lucky us, now Oakville). Blondiesโ hand-stretched dough is made using local, high-protein Arva all-purpose flour. This aids in moisture retention to produce the desired chewy, pliable crust. With the Ezzo pepperoni, oregano, jalapenos, and sweet honey drizzle.
You must have the Cold Drink/Hot Girl and Twin Pines Heartbreak Pizzas, Rigatoni Pasta and Cornflake Brownie
Location: 499 Cornwall Rd
11. Soontornย Bahn Thai Food
have you not checked some delicious Thai food for long? I strongly recommend you visit Soontorn Bahn Thai. I am telling you this as itโs regarded as one of the greatest places to get an authentic flavour of Thailand.
The entrance to Soontorn Bahn Thai has a large wooden door and velvet drapes. Once inside, the stylish dining area has a sensual, futuristic vibe with hot pink lighting, softly illuminated booth seating in a circle, and classic Thai triangle pillows. There are many modern Thai meals on the tasting menu, which were influenced by Royal Thai cuisine. You will love the Chicken Pad Thai Noodles, Green Curry Shrimp, Thal Spring Rolls, and Basil Shrimp
Location: 210 Lakeshore Rd E
12. La Dolce Vita
Are you in search of Oakvilleโs top gelato and ice cream shop? Be ready to wait patiently since La Dolce Vita usually does have a long queue that stretches up Lakeshore Road. But, even local dessert enthusiasts would tell you that the wait was well worth it.
La Dolce Vita is close to the scenic Oakville Harbour and offers a special Italian dining experience. Take advantage of the extensive range of locally made gelato, Italian pastries, and premium espresso. It produces traditional gelato flavours, including lemon, chocolate, pistachio, and hazelnut. They also create non-conventional flavours like Twizzlers, Smores, and chocolate pretzels.
Location: 22 Lakeshore Rd W
13. Cucci
A classy Italian eatery called Cucci is located in Oakvilleโs Bronte district. It is one of the best options if youโre craving good Mexican food. The dining room at Cucci Oakville has 90 seats, and there is also a 30-seat patio outside. Two stylish private dining rooms may accommodate 30 people apiece or up to 70 people. I recommend you try the Mushrooms on Toast, Roasted Ontario Lamb Rack, Duck Breast and Traditional Tiramisu.
Location: 119 Jones St
14. Bogo Antico Cucina Bar
Are you in the mood to spend a long time with friends after having dinner, you must check the Borgo Antico Cucina Bar. You will get a long selection of fine wines, craft beers, and specialty cocktails, all prepared by the restaurantโs chef. The dining room at Borgo Antico mixes modern minimalism with a chalkboard-covered rear wall. On the white walls are grouped framed pictures that were sent from relatives in Italy. You can try the Fried Cauliflower, Veal Meatballs, Fagoletti, Sausage Pasta, Burrata and Tiramisu.
Location: 266 Lakeshore Rd E
15. Chop Steakhouse & Bar
In 2012, the first Chop Steakhouse & Bar in Ontario opened close to Pearson International Airport in Toronto.
The Chop Steakhouseโs interior design, near the border between Oakville and Burlington, has a decidedly British influence. A large picture of even a horse sits inside the main living room, and the light cover is fancifully decorated by what looks like flying top hats. Amongst the steak types available are new york striploin, ribeye steaks, fillet mignon, premium bone-in ribeye and sirloin.
Location: 3451 S Service Rd W
What Could Be Better Than These Restaurants?
In this article, I have compiled a list of top restaurants so that you can compare and pick the best one. We have included the best that the city offers so that you can choose the best for your special night out. This is in no way an exhaustive list but just a taste of what Oakville has to offer for every one of its eager tourists!
Last Updated on April 19, 2024 by Pragya Chakrapani
