The best restaurants in Oakville can fuel a day of sightseeing, whether you prefer to explore the natural beauty of the lakeshore or to snoop the mansions on "millionaire's row." From casual to classy as can be, these places are sure to satisfy.
A quick day trip from Toronto, Oakville has a quaint downtown bordering Lake Ontario. Leafy and lush in summer, bedecked and bejewelled come the holidays, downtown Oakville is a place to wander, to gawk at heritage buildings, über-luxe cars and tranquil lakeside views.
Once you've worked up an appetite, hit up one of the best local eateries for a meal to remember. With so many stellar options to choose from, you might find yourself heading westward more than ever before.
From beloved dim sum destination Pearl Chinese Cuisine comes their most recent offshoot located in Oakville Place Mall.
312 Lakeshore Rd E
Verace Italian Restaurant
Feel like you're in Naples in the 905 with Vera Pizza Napoletana (VPN) certified pizza at Verace. Opened in August, 2021, Verace brings a taste of Italy -- from antipasti and salads to pasta, desserts and more -- to a covetable corner of Lakeshore Road East.
2091 Winston Park Dr
Trattoria Timone Ristorante
Family-owned and operated, Trattoria is the type of restaurant that inspires repeat visits. With a menu of hearty, classic Italian fare that inspires cravings and nostalgia, Trattoria's dishes are the culinary equivalent of Nonna's warmest hugs.
325 Kerr St
Stoney's Bread Company
In business since 2004, Stoney's is beloved among locals for hearty, family-friendly fare served for brunch, lunch and dinner. From inventive sandwiches to fresh pizzas, pasta and brunch staples made from farm-fresh ingredients, there are plenty of reasons why this place is perpetually packed.
In this Oakville offshoot, veteran restaurateur Marisa Rocco has replicated everything that diners love about Sotto Sotto's incredibly successful Avenue Road location. Smooth service and an elegant setting highlight the kitchen's deft hand at transforming rustic Italian recipes into culinary gems.
216 Lakeshore Rd E
7 Enoteca
From the same team behind Hexagon, this sister restaurant boasts a more casual feel with no shortage of style. The menu of traditional, Southern Italian fare covers all the essentials in a masterful way.
67 Bronte Rd
Plank Resto Bar
Plank puts the focus on fresh, seasonal food brought to life through global flavours. Fancy bao, arancini, pizza or tempura? You'll find everything you crave at this crowd-pleasing eatery.
Treat your inner Italophile to dinner at the recently-opened Oakville location of Piano Piano. Owned and operated by popular Toronto-based chef Victor Barry, the unpretentious spot serves a tempting line-up of expertly-made Italian favourites.
141 Lakeshore Rd E
Oliver's Steakhouse
Established in 1969, Oliver's is a classic spot serving a dizzying number of high-end ingredients in luxe ways. Order steak, seafood, pasta or the Wagyu surf and turf burger, knowing that anything you choose will be top quality and devastatingly delicious.
360 Dundas St E
Mye 2 Japanese Restaurant
Though the original Mye in downtown Oakville was forced to close due to redevelopment, the uptown Mye 2 serves the same calibre of sushi as its predecessor did for over 30 years. Something of a local legend, chef Mo Aoki continues to create some of the freshest sushi available along with off-menu specials.
135 Kerr St
Maro's Bistro
Every dish coming out of the kitchen at Maro's Bistro is vibrant, fresh, loaded with flavour and inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine. With salads, flatbreads, bowls and more, including several vegan and gluten-free options, there's something for everyone on the extensive menu.
298 Kerr St
Kerr Street Cafe
If you stumbled upon the Kerr St. Café in another city, you'd long to transport it home. Cozy, bright and inviting, this casual spot attracts with a daily menu of hearty brunch favourites.
210 Lakeshore Rd E
Hexagon
When it comes to high-end, seasonally-inspired, artfully crafted tasting menus, only one place in Oakville can deliver. Reserve early, clear your calendar and surrender yourself to a progression of courses highlighting the kitchen's mastery.
119 Jones St
Cucci Ristorante
A go-to for smooth service and quality, Cucci earned its reputation with traditional, house-made pastas, reminiscent of Nonna's. Also offering a range of tempting proteins served with seasonal sides, house-made desserts and an impressive wine list, it's no wonder reservations are highly recommended.
342 Church St
Coriander Green
In business since 2005, Coriander Green is downtown Oakville's best bet for supple naan, and a number of expertly-spiced, traditional vegetarian and meat-forward curries.
343 Kerr St
Community Resto
Oakville's top spot for sophisticated, vegan eats, Community Resto, has a host of options for animal-free dining. From pasta to "crab" cakes, salads to "sushi" and more, each dish at Community blends creativity and freshness with an explosive mix of flavours.
Blondie's is now slinging its from-scratch, hand-kneaded dough in the burbs. Order from a tempting menu of red and blonde pies, including the popular "Cool Drink/Hot Girl," with double pepperoni, pickled jalapeños, and honey. Or, craft your own signature recipe from an assortment of sauces and toppings.
The best restaurants in Oakville can fuel a day of sightseeing, whether you prefer to explore the natural beauty of the lakeshore or to snoop the mansions on "millionaire's row." From casual to classy as can be, these places are sure to satisfy.
A quick day trip from Toronto, Oakville has a quaint downtown bordering Lake Ontario. Leafy and lush in summer, bedecked and bejewelled come the holidays, downtown Oakville is a place to wander, to gawk at heritage buildings, über-luxe cars and tranquil lakeside views.
Once you've worked up an appetite, hit up one of the best local eateries for a meal to remember. With so many stellar options to choose from, you might find yourself heading westward more than ever before.
Pearl Oakville Chinese Cuisine
From beloved dim sum destination Pearl Chinese Cuisine comes their most recent offshoot located in Oakville Place Mall.
312 Lakeshore Rd E
Verace Italian Restaurant
Feel like you're in Naples in the 905 with Vera Pizza Napoletana (VPN) certified pizza at Verace. Opened in August, 2021, Verace brings a taste of Italy -- from antipasti and salads to pasta, desserts and more -- to a covetable corner of Lakeshore Road East.
2091 Winston Park Dr
Trattoria Timone Ristorante
Family-owned and operated, Trattoria is the type of restaurant that inspires repeat visits. With a menu of hearty, classic Italian fare that inspires cravings and nostalgia, Trattoria's dishes are the culinary equivalent of Nonna's warmest hugs.
325 Kerr St
Stoney's Bread Company
In business since 2004, Stoney's is beloved among locals for hearty, family-friendly fare served for brunch, lunch and dinner. From inventive sandwiches to fresh pizzas, pasta and brunch staples made from farm-fresh ingredients, there are plenty of reasons why this place is perpetually packed.
Sotto Sotto
In this Oakville offshoot, veteran restaurateur Marisa Rocco has replicated everything that diners love about Sotto Sotto's incredibly successful Avenue Road location. Smooth service and an elegant setting highlight the kitchen's deft hand at transforming rustic Italian recipes into culinary gems.
216 Lakeshore Rd E
7 Enoteca
From the same team behind Hexagon, this sister restaurant boasts a more casual feel with no shortage of style. The menu of traditional, Southern Italian fare covers all the essentials in a masterful way.
67 Bronte Rd
Plank Resto Bar
Plank puts the focus on fresh, seasonal food brought to life through global flavours. Fancy bao, arancini, pizza or tempura? You'll find everything you crave at this crowd-pleasing eatery.
Piano Piano
Treat your inner Italophile to dinner at the recently-opened Oakville location of Piano Piano. Owned and operated by popular Toronto-based chef Victor Barry, the unpretentious spot serves a tempting line-up of expertly-made Italian favourites.
141 Lakeshore Rd E
Oliver's Steakhouse
Established in 1969, Oliver's is a classic spot serving a dizzying number of high-end ingredients in luxe ways. Order steak, seafood, pasta or the Wagyu surf and turf burger, knowing that anything you choose will be top quality and devastatingly delicious.
360 Dundas St E
Mye 2 Japanese Restaurant
Though the original Mye in downtown Oakville was forced to close due to redevelopment, the uptown Mye 2 serves the same calibre of sushi as its predecessor did for over 30 years. Something of a local legend, chef Mo Aoki continues to create some of the freshest sushi available along with off-menu specials.
135 Kerr St
Maro's Bistro
Every dish coming out of the kitchen at Maro's Bistro is vibrant, fresh, loaded with flavour and inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine. With salads, flatbreads, bowls and more, including several vegan and gluten-free options, there's something for everyone on the extensive menu.
298 Kerr St
Kerr Street Cafe
If you stumbled upon the Kerr St. Café in another city, you'd long to transport it home. Cozy, bright and inviting, this casual spot attracts with a daily menu of hearty brunch favourites.
210 Lakeshore Rd E
Hexagon
When it comes to high-end, seasonally-inspired, artfully crafted tasting menus, only one place in Oakville can deliver. Reserve early, clear your calendar and surrender yourself to a progression of courses highlighting the kitchen's mastery.
119 Jones St
Cucci Ristorante
A go-to for smooth service and quality, Cucci earned its reputation with traditional, house-made pastas, reminiscent of Nonna's. Also offering a range of tempting proteins served with seasonal sides, house-made desserts and an impressive wine list, it's no wonder reservations are highly recommended.
342 Church St
Coriander Green
In business since 2005, Coriander Green is downtown Oakville's best bet for supple naan, and a number of expertly-spiced, traditional vegetarian and meat-forward curries.
343 Kerr St
Community Resto
Oakville's top spot for sophisticated, vegan eats, Community Resto, has a host of options for animal-free dining. From pasta to "crab" cakes, salads to "sushi" and more, each dish at Community blends creativity and freshness with an explosive mix of flavours.
Blondies Pizza
Blondie's is now slinging its from-scratch, hand-kneaded dough in the burbs. Order from a tempting menu of red and blonde pies, including the popular "Cool Drink/Hot Girl," with double pepperoni, pickled jalapeños, and honey. Or, craft your own signature recipe from an assortment of sauces and toppings.
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