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Casual Dining

Bridie Molloy's Pub & Eatery

A Traditional Irish Pub and Eatery located on famous George Street, in St. John's. Below on the historical level of Water Street is her sister company Celtic Hearth and Talamh An Eisc Pub and 24 Hour Bistro. Great food and a generous serlection of wines, martinis, cocktails and draft beer. Bridie's established as a favorite for live music, hosting local talent.

5 George Street
St. John's
NL A1C 5M3

PH: 709.576.5991
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Ches's Famous Fish & Chips

World famous Fish and Chips. Eat-in/take-out delivery services of fast food. Fish and chips, hamburgers, chicken, etc.

9 Freshwater Road
St. John's
NL A1C 2N1

PH: 709.726.2373
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Clancy's Restaurant (Comfort Inn Airport)

Casual dining. Great atmosphere. Serving local favourites, specialty dishes and healthy choice options.

106 Airport Road
St. John's
NL A1A 4Y3

PH: 709.753.3500
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P. J. Billington's

Casual family dining atmosphere serving local favourites.

102 Kenmount Road
St. John's
NL A1B 3R2

PH: 709.722.9330
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The Guv'nor Pub & Eatery

At the Guv'nor Pub & Eatery, relax with friends in our quaint old English surroundings. Enjoy our wholesome Guv'nor weekend brunch Saturday and Sunday. Monday and Tuesday nights are wing nights. You'll applaud our wide variety of popular menu selections and our Newfoundland and Labrador specialties. Our patrons appreciate our vast ale and lager selection. Recipients of the 2004 Restauranteur of the Year Award.

389 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John's
NL A1B 1V1

PH: 709.726.3053
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UPTOWN

UPTOWN Relaxed Dining & Entertainment offers a delicious daily lunch and dinner menu prepared by Chef Fred French followed by the BEST in LIVE stand-up comedy, music, and magic, seven nights per week. Sunday Jazz Brunch every Sunday from 10:30am to 2:00pm.

193 Kenmount Road
St. John's
NL A1B 3P9

PH: 709.726.3463
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Yellowbelly Brewery & Public House

Yellowbelly Brewery & Public House

Five floors of character filled brewery, pub, dining and catering space, offering unmatched historical atmosphere fused with forward thinking cuisine. Specializing in wood fired pizza, gourmet burgers, fresh seafood & gastro pub appetizers and entrees. Our beers are brewed fresh on site by our Master Brewer. Full catering menu and private rooms also available.

Brenda O'Reilly
288 Water Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1M3

PH: 709.757.3784
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Dining

AnneXe Resto

Annexe Resto Bar & Lounge is a Montreal style resto bar with an upstairs lounge available for private groups and events. Our resto space is 40 seats, offering lunch, dinner, and specialized on site catering, two fully stocked bars and evening entertainment. We offer Jazz, DJ entertainment and acoustic Sundays.

32 George Street
St. John's
NL
PH: 709.579.2669
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Atlantica Restaurant

Located in the Beach House Rooms and Suites, Atlantica is an acclaimed winner of enRoute Magazine's Best New Restaurant in Canada 2007.

38 Beachy Cove Road
Portugal Cove-St. Phillips
NL A1M 1G7

PH: 709.895.1251
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Bacalao

Bacalao creates "Nouvelle Newfoundland Cuisine", an innovative interpretation of local cuisine, familiar flavours in new presentations. Our focus is on local produce, products and spirits. In season, and as much as possible, we endeavour to source quality local ingredients from passionate producers,everything from garlic to game and seafood to spirits.

65 LeMarchant Road
St. John's
NL A1C 2G9

PH: 709.549.6565
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Basho

Basho, loosely translated as the place or the spot, celebrates a simple appreciation of food and drink. Focused on an inquisitive approach to culinary fusion with an underlying Japanese influence, perceptions are best served with a muddled fresh fruit martini. Reservations are recommended. Open 6pm Monday – Saturday.

283 Duckworth Street
St. John's
NL
PH: 709.576.4600

Bianca's Restaurant

Creative originality describes decor and food at Bianca's. For 18 years the electric surroundings, memorable cuisine and friendly, professional service has been the gold standard for fine dining in St. John's. Bianca's has been awarded Wine Spectator Magazine's coveted " Best of- Award of Excellence" for 12 consecutive years and Fodor's Travel " Food of Choice" Award for the last 3 years.

171 Water Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1B1

PH: 709.726.9016

Blue on Water

Blue on water is nestled in the heart of downtown St. John's. A perfect location for a great meal, relaxing drink, or a fantastic night's sleep. Amenities include: free high speed Internet/local calling, air conditioning, quality linens, and a first-class restaurant and bar. Reservations recommended.

319 Water Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1B9

PH: 709.754.2583
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Cathedral Street Bistro

Something unique for people who like creative cuisine, in a casual atmosphere.

Michael Taylor
2 Cathedral Street
St. John's
NL
PH: 709.738.5293
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Chinched Bistro

Chinched Bistro specializes in hand crafted Contemporary Bistro Cuisine. Our dishes are created with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and regional flavours. Using traditional methods as inspiration, Chef/Owners Shaun Hussey and Michelle LeBlanc create a unique menu and "gourmet casual" dining experience. Small groups up to 26 can enjoy the restaurant themselves.

7 Queen Street
St. John's
NL A1C 4K2

PH: 709.722.3100
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Jack's Restaurant (Capital Hotel)

If you have been longing for the goodness of a home cooked meal, look to Jack's Restaurant and enjoy not only a great menu and fabulous prices, but the best of Newfoundland hospitality as well. Join us for breakfast, mingle with colleagues over a light lunch or sit back at the end of a hectic day and enjoy a fulfilling meal with family and friends. An experience you will not soon forget.

208 Kenmount Road
St. John's
NL A1B 3T3

PH: 709.738.4480
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Magnum & Steins

Creative dining specializing in great steaks, fresh seafood and home made desserts. Every day our chef creates an array of new dishes highlighting local and seasonal fare that rivals the regular menu. Our lounge offers an extensive selection of fine wine, beer, and spirits to be enjoyed in a very comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Now offering our luxurious accommodation, private dining room of 1,150 square feet which will accommodate 70 for a reception, or 40 for a banquet or boardroom.

329 Duckworth Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1G9

PH: 709.576.6500
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Mallard Cottage

Mallard Cottage, currently under development by nationally acclaimed Chef Todd Perrin and Sommelier, Stephen Lee promises to be a casual dining restaurant that will focus on presenting Newfoundland ingredients in an approachable and comfortable environment while providing a unique dining experience in one of the oldest wooden buildings in North America. Located in the historic community of Quidi Vidi Village, just minutes from downtown St. John’s.

Quidi Vidi Village Road
St. John's
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Oppidan (Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland)

Oppidan is an all-day-dining restaurant that features a diverse menu with regional specialties, the ambiance of a cozy fireplace and beautiful views of St. John’s Harbour. Oppidan has quickly become a dining hotspot in St. John’s. Discreetly tucked away in Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland.

115 Cavendish Square
St. John's
NL A1C 3K2

PH: 709.726.4980
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Portobello's Restaurant

Portobello's, specializing in casual fine dining is nestled in downtown St. John's, right on the harbour, overlooking the narrows. Offering a great variety of steaks, seafood and shellfish. All desserts are prepared on site, with a homemade touch. Portobello's offers private rooms with LCD Big Screen, private catering both onsite and off. Come and try one of St. John's finest restaurants.

115 Duckworth Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1E9

PH: 709.579.7050
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Quinn's Plate (Delta St. John's)

Conveniently located in the main lobby, our all-day dining room offers a stylish atmosphere perfect for a casual breakfast, business luncheon, or intimate dinner. Breakfast buffet offered daily as well as nightly dinner specials to accompany our contemporary menu.

120 New Gower St.
St. John's
NL A1C 6K4

PH: 709.570.1660
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Raymonds

Living in Newfoundland and Labrador, we're blessed in having access to some of the best seafood, meat, and produce in the world. Having such a bountiful larder right on our doorsteps means weíre able to adopt a truly sustainable approach to fine dining - sourcing locally-grown ingredients and getting to known independent purveyors. We've made every effort to make dining at Raymonds a unique and rare treat. Voted Canada's Best New Restaurant 2011, by EnRoute Magazine.

95 Water Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1A5

PH: 709.579.5800
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Rumpelstiltskin's (Quality Inn)

At Rumplestiltskin's, the only thing we overlook is the harbour! With free indoor parking and a versatile menu featuring succulent seafood dishes, the highest grade of fresh cut Prime Rib and steaks, and lobster in season, we are sure to appeal to any appetite. With the unsurpassed harbour view, we have provided our customers with guaranteed great food and good times for a record 20 years! Reservations are recommended.

2 Hill O'Chips
St. John's
NL A1C 1E9

PH: 709.579.6000

St. John's Chop House

189 Water Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1B4

PH: 709.754.2667
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The Gypsy Tearoom & Wine House

Located in the historic Murray Premises,The Gypsy Tea Room and Wine House was voted as the "most romantic restaurant" in St. John's. Menu includes local favorites, European cuisine and unique daily features. We are open for lunch, dinner and brunch on Saturday and Sunday. There are multiple private dining options for groups up to 60 people and cocktail receptions for 100. The Gypsy Tea Room is a must!

315 Water St., Murray Premises
St. John's
NL A1C 1B9

PH: 709.739.4766
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The Rooms Cafe

Visit The Rooms Cafe and experience a view like no other overlooking historic St. John's Harbour. Enjoy scrumptious soups and salads, spectacular chef's specialties and delectable desserts, all within the magnificent surroundings of The Rooms - the province's premier cultural facility.

9 Bonaventure Avenue
St. John's
NL A1C 3Y9

PH: 709.757.8097
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Woodstock Colonial Restaurant

When you want to dine in Paradise, come to Woodstock Colonial. Celebrating our 85th year, we are one of the oldest restaurants in Newfoundland. We offer our guests casual fine dining, with old world charm and three private dining rooms that can accomodate 20 to 200 guests; including a multi-media room for corporate functions. Come enjoy our delicious steaks like the table side flambe, fresh seafood or local Newfoundland cuisine. We have live music in our main dining room on most Friday and Saturday evenings and a fabulous Sunday brunch buffet each weekend. We look forward to seeing you soon!

1959 Topsail Road
Paradise
NL A1W 1Z4

PH: 709.781.2222
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Zapata's Mexican Restaurant

Mexican Restaurant with select Canadian dishes.

10 Bates Hill
St. John's
NL A1C 4B4

PH: 709.576.6399
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Pubs & Nightlife

bivver (Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland)

Taste, savour, and linger in bivver lounge. Experience distinction,experience comfort, experience bivver. Located on the main level of Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland.

115 Cavendish Square
St. John's
NL A1C 3K2

PH: 709.726.4980
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Club One

Club One

Club One is a live music venue situated in beautiful downtown St. John's. Our mandate is to cater to our community of music enthusiasts and we are quickly becoming known as one of the top live music venues in Atlantic Canada.

George Street @ New Gower
St. John's
NL A1C 1M2

PH: 709.753.7877
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Dusk

Dusk

Dusk Ultra Lounge offers a rich and eclectic mix of contemporary and retro styling with a total premium look and feel.

12 - 14 George Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1M2

PH: 709.753.7822
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Mickey Quinn's Pub (Delta St. John's)

Our full service casual pub offers a relaxed atmosphere ideal for entertaining friends or business colleagues. Open daily from 11am, with an all day lounge menu and over 15 selections of draught on tap.

120 New Gower Street
St. John's
NL A1C 6K4

PH: 709.570.1333
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O'Reilly's Irish Newfoundland Pub

Join us at O'Reilly's for a rollicking Newfoundland time that will dance in your heart for years to come! Live music every night of the week! Food is also an essential part of the Newfoundland experience, and at O'Reilly's we honour Newfoundland foods like cod au gratin, pea soup, fish and brewis, and creative spins on regular favorites like our stuffed toutons with salt cod and caribou spaghetti. A Screech-In for you CFAs to become an honorary Newfoundlander, all of this together offers the ultimate Newfoundland Kitchen Party!! Group bookings available. Call today to inquire.

13 George Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1M3

PH: 709.722.3735
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Shamrock City Pub

In its fifth year, Shamrock City is an icon in the flourishing downtown entertainment scene. Offering the best of local traditional music seven nights a week and a diverse menu featuring excellent pub grub and fantastic local seafood! Don't forget to say hello to Juno award-winning proprietor Darcy Broderick! There's a band tonight down in Shamrock City.

340 Water Street
St. John's
NL A1C 6E8

PH: 709.758.5483
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Sundance

The Sundance has entertained Newfoundlanders for over 21 years. We have become the largest nightlife destination on the Rock! Our patrons' unquenchable thirst for good times and great food has led us to expand six times.

30 George Street
St. John's
NL A1C 1M2

PH: 709.753.7822
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The Martini Bar

The Martini Bar

Located in the heart of George Street, The Martini Bar offers a lounge and nightclub atmosphere with an elegant, relaxed style to enjoy a wide variety of beverages.

George Street (312-314 Water Street)
St. John's
NL A1C 1B8

PH: 709.739.9180
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Rural Dining

Artisan Inn's Twine Loft Restaurant

The Dining room is located on the first floor of the Twine Loft and offers an intimate dining experience, seating roughly 20-25 people per sitting. Guests are offered two great views as they enjoy their candle lit dinner. One is that of the window view of the sun setting over the waters of Fisher's Cove and the other is that of the chef skillfully preparing each course in the open kitchen. In-house Sommelier.

57 High Street
Trinity
NL A0C 2S0

PH: 709.464.3377
TF: 877.464.7700
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Canvas Cove Bistro

Canvas Cove Bistro, located on Iceberg Quest Premises, adds a sophisticated flare to dining in rural out port Newfoundland. With a strong focus on local products and innovative techniques, Canvas Cove Bistro sets the stage for experiential dining. Culture, tourism and culinary arts converge, as Executive Chef Nick artistically revives Newfoundland cuisine. Canvas Cove Bistro was nominated for Restaurateur of the Year Award 2012. Fresh. Local. Delicious. We are expecting you!

52 Main Street, Pier 52
Twillingate
NL
PH: 709.884.1888
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Fisher's Loft Dining Room

Fisher's Loft Dining Room

Every evening we serve a freshly prepared meal in our licensed dining room overlooking Trinity Bay. Our kitchen draws from the ocean, freshwater ponds, seaside meadows around us and our kitchen garden in season.

P.O. Box 36
Port Rexton
NL A0C 2H0
TF: 1.877.464.3240
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Lighthouse Picnics

Exquisite food and stunning views at Ferryland Lighthouse offering distinctive picnic food using the freshest local products. After a leisurely 25 minute hike to the lighthouse will find you the perfect spot by the ocean to enjoy your picnic. Reservations recommended.
Open 11:30 a.m.- 4:40 p.m. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

Ferryland
NL A0A 2H0

PH: 709.363.7456
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Philip's Cafe / Bakery

Cafe Bakery located in renovated 100 year old general store on waterfront. Pastry Chef owner serves treats, daily baking, breakfast, soup/sandwiches, packed lunches and speciality coffees and teas. Open at 7 am. Wireless Internet.

170 Jerseyside Hill
Jerseyside
NL A0B 2G0

PH: 709.227.0127

The Chophouse and Mulligan's Pub

Our Chophouse represents a unique concept on what a dining experience can be. We offer premium cuts of Certified Angus Beef, fresh Newfoundland seafood as well as many other high quality center cut items. In addition, our menu will offer Signature Selections created daily to enhance that perfect occasion. Our Chophouse Wine Room boasts an extensive collection of wines representing regions and flavour from all over the globe. Join us in Mulligan's Pub, where the Irish and English traditions of good cheer continue. Our menu features a wide selection from wings and nachos to grilled salmon and steaks. Mulligan's Pub's cozy atmosphere is a must visit whether staying at our Resort or just passing through the region.

Terra Nova Resort & Golf Community
Port Blandford
NL A0C 2G0
TF: 877.546.2525
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It's a Fact!
  • English navigator Sir Humphrey Gilbert claimed Newfoundland in 1583 as England's first possession in the Americas.
  • The majority of the population in St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador descends from both Ireland and England.
  • Newfoundland is the world's sixteenth largest island, and the area of Labrador is over twice that of Newfoundland's.
  • Newfoundland has its own time zone - 1.5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. This is where the sun first rises in North America.
  • There are more than 29 varieties of marine mammals in the water surrounding the island of Newfoundland.
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