Food & Drink > Casual Dining

Welcome to your go-to guide for casual dining in St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador. Whether you’re a local looking for a new favourite spot or a visitor exploring the city’s food scene, this curated list covers relaxed, friendly restaurants across town. From lively downtown venues to neighbourhood favourites, you’ll find diverse menus, comfortable dining atmospheres, and plenty of local flavour.

Courtyard by Marriott St. John’s

Downtown in the historic entertainment and business district, it overlooks the harbour and offers convenient access to magnificent churches, scenic walking trails, Signal Hill, and famous George Street. Our onsite [...]

131 Duckworth Street
St. John's

Exile Restaurant and Lounge (JAG Hotel)

Thrill your senses with a dining experience at JAG’s Exile Restaurant, with exquisite plates to tantalize your tastebuds and an embracingly warm atmosphere you’ll find yourself on a flavour adventure [...]

115 George Street West
St. John's

Cape Spear Café

Open seasonally—please confirm open status when planning your visit. Cape Spear Café Cape Spear National Historic Site. As North America’s most easterly café, you’ll enjoy picnics, soups, sandwiches, and mouthwatering [...]

St. John's

Moxies Grill & Bar

Moxie’s Grill & Bar is a premium casual restaurant focusing on superior food quality and exceptional service at reasonable prices. Featuring a warm and stylish environment and an incredibly diverse [...]

227 Kenmount Road
St. John's

Newfoundland Chocolate Company

Welcome to Newfoundland Chocolate Company! With locations on Torbay Road, Avalon Mall, Signal Hill (seasonally), and St. John’s Airport they have all your sweet tooth needs covered. Enjoy chocolates as [...]

141 Torbay Road
St. John's

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

The Merchant Tavern

The Merchant Tavern pays homage to hard-working people who appreciate fine fare and spirits. Using fresh ingredients from local purveyors and some inspiration, we create dishes that will make you [...]

291 Water Street
St. John's

JAG Hotel

At JAG, music isn’t just background noise – it’s woven into the very fabric of who we are. As St. John’s premier hotel, we’ve crafted a destination where art, style, [...]

115 George Street West
St. John's

Cat Stop Waterfront Pub

The CAT STOP WATERFRONT PUB, part of the BonTours family, is the newest and coolest restaurant and pub located below the Tablelands on the seaside in the picturesque community of [...]

2 Stones Lane
Norris Point

Cliffs Edge Retreat

Perched along Newfoundland’s rugged Avalon coastline within a protected Ecological Reserve, Cliff’s Edge Retreat is a coastal retreat where guests can slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience the magic of the Avalon. [...]

1 Celtic Rendezvous Place
Bauline South

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 [...]

208 Kenmount Road
St. John's

One Eared Goat

One Eared Goat A Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in the heart of downtown St. John’s, offering creative small plates, fresh local ingredients, and regional cocktails like Negroni, Kalimotxo, and Aperol Spritz. Chef [...]

318 Water St, Street
St. John's

Theatre Hill Bar + Café

Theatre Hill is a beautiful bar + café and performance space on the main floor of the venue, ideal for events, gatherings, and performances. A bright, spacious community hub located [...]

390 Duckworth Street
St. John's

Cojones Restaurante

Cojones Water Street is where Dia de los Muertos spirit meets the heart of downtown St. John’s. Led by award-winning Chef Vitalli Shokun, our kitchen blends authentic Mexican flavour with [...]

195 Water Street
St. John's

The Post Taphouse

The Post Taphouse Located along the Father Troy’s Trail on the East Coast Trail, The Post Taphouse is a welcoming gathering place in Torbay, Newfoundland & Labrador. Housed in the [...]

1412 Torbay Road
Torbay

Javianna’s Caribbean Restaurant and Catering

Javianna’s Caribbean Restaurant and Catering brings the warmth and flavours of Jamaica to St. John’s, offering authentic Caribbean cuisine alongside Newfoundland-inspired dishes. We provide dine-in, takeout, corporate and special-event catering, [...]

279 Portugal Cove Road
St. John's

The Cannery Kitchen & Social

Our downtown St. John’s restaurant embodies the warmth and friendliness of a true East Coaster, and is only steps away from the St. John’s waterfront. • Free Parking • Patio [...]

150 New Gower Street
St. John's

Chafe’s Landing

Chafe’s Landing is a full-service seafood restaurant offering a Newfoundland experience with traditional live music, screech-ins, kitchen parties, and more. We’re lucky to be very close to the ocean and [...]

11 Main Road
Petty Harbour

Tetley Tea Room by the Sea

Tetley Tea Room by the Sea Experience our breathtaking view of Ferryland harbour while enjoying a light lunch on our deck or in the ambience of the Heritage Room! Specializing [...]

The Regional Arts Centre
Ferryland

Admiral’s Green Clubhouse

The Admiral’s Green Clubhouse at the Pippy Park Golf Course overlooks a spectacular view of the City and the Atlantic Ocean. Your group will view what a seagull sees when [...]

460 Allandale Road
St. John's