8 Canadian Restaurants With Fall Menus

Autumn is the time when farmers harvest their crops and restaurants prepare special dishes. Chefs are happy to use freshly ripened pumpkins, potatoes, beets, apples and pears to create new interesting dishes.

We will tell you about 8 restaurants that cook very well from the autumn harvest. There are both small rural restaurants and large urban ones, with each of them preparing autumn dishes in unique ways.

AG Inspired Cuisine, located inside Sterling Inn & Spa, celebrates Niagara’s fall harvest with a seasonal menu rich in fresh, locally sourced farm ingredients such as root vegetables, squash, wild mushrooms, and turkey. The restaurant works closely with local farmers, offering an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality, complemented by an excellent selection of regional wines.

Menu Highlights:

Fall Harvest Quinoa and Greens
An appetizer featuring roasted carrots, beets, and parsnips served with creamy goat cheese fondue, thinly sliced fennel, crushed pistachios, and a ginger-pear dressing.
Price: $16

AG Caramelized Honey Brined Turkey
Roasted turkey in a honey brine, served with sweet potato purée, Brussels sprouts, and a thyme-cranberry stuffing.
Price: $38

Butternut Squash Soup
A velvety soup made with butternut squash, finished with sage and brown butter.
Price: $12

Drinks:

Niagara Wine Selection
A curated list of wines from local Niagara vineyards, featuring red, white, and rosé varieties that perfectly complement the seasonal menu.
Price: $10–$18 per glass

Autumn Spice Margarita
A signature fall cocktail infused with warming spices, lime, and tequila.
Price: $14

Housemade Ginger Lemonade
A refreshing non-alcoholic drink crafted with fresh ginger, lemon juice, and honey.
Price: $6

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Canoe in Toronto is a fine dining restaurant located on the 54th floor, offering panoramic views of the city skyline. It presents an exceptional seven-course autumn tasting menu priced at $185, with an optional wine pairing for $125. The concept celebrates the richness of Canada’s fall harvest, showcasing wild mushrooms, heirloom squash, local game, and foraged ingredients.

Fall 2025 Tasting Menu:

Snacks: chilled poached scallops with horseradish and hazelnut, autumn oat porridge with aged cheddar, and seared sea bass with seasonal carrots and cider reduction.

Starters: burrata with pickled wild mushrooms, Atlantic salmon with horseradish and apple, lamb carpaccio with truffle, and beet salad with Oregon cheddar.

Mains: albacore tuna with mushrooms and caviar, lamb saddle with crispy tongue and broccoli, heritage pork trio with root vegetables, and roasted whitefish.

Desserts: spiced pumpkin pie with anglaise, grape and mimolette sorbet, and delicate petit fours.

Cocktails & Beverages: Autumn Elixirs - signature cocktails with warm seasonal spices, plus refreshing non-alcoholic ginger and lemon drinks.

The menu evolves weekly based on the freshest seasonal ingredients, ensuring every visit offers a new and memorable dining experience.

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Lorette Brasserie is a new French-Québécois bistro in the heart of Whistler (4359 Main St), blending the cozy charm of a mountain town with the sophistication of classic European cuisine. The interior features a modern design with warm lighting and an open kitchen, creating a welcoming, home-like atmosphere. The restaurant has quickly become popular for its seasonal dishes, attention to detail and friendly vibe.

Fall Prix Fixe Menu (3 or 4 Courses):

Maple-Glazed Turnips with Fall Greens
Roasted turnips glazed with maple syrup and paired with a mix of seasonal autumn greens - a light yet flavorful starter.
Included in Prix Fixe: $30 (3 courses), $40 (4 courses)

Chicken Vol-au-Vent with Root Vegetable Confit
A classic French puff pastry filled with tender chicken and slow-cooked root vegetables in olive oil. A comforting, home-style dish with a modern touch.

Confit Salmon with Heirloom Squash
Salmon prepared confit-style and served with heirloom squash purée, offering a delicate texture and seasonal flavor.

Pear Tarts
House-made tarts with juicy pears, spiced with cinnamon and topped with walnuts.

Apple Crumble
Warm baked apples with a crisp topping and vanilla sauce - simple yet satisfying.

Bar & Drinks:
Lorette is known for its bar program that blends French spirits, local ingredients, and inventive cocktails.

The Last Whisper - Beefeater gin, Green Chartreuse, Maraschino liqueur, Peychaud’s bitters (herbal and sharp).

Suret et Noisettes - brown-butter rye infusion, Calvados, tart apple juice, black walnut bitters (nutty and aromatic).

A curated wine list features selections from top producers in British Columbia and France.

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Il Caminetto is an iconic Italian restaurant in Whistler, British Columbia, that brings back its fall four-course prix fixe menu for $44 (with optional wine pairings). The menu rotates every two weeks to highlight local autumn produce paired with a Mediterranean touch. Recognized as one of Whistler’s top dining spots, Il Caminetto beautifully blends the rich flavors of fall with the lightness of summer in a warm, trattoria-style setting - the perfect place to savor pasta and wine while watching the season change.

Fall 2025 Menu (prices in CAD):

Minestrone - classic Italian soup with root vegetables, roasted tomatoes, croutons, and Pecorino Romano cheese.
Price: $18.5

Insalata di Gem Lettuce ‘Caesar’ - salad with gem lettuce, classic Caesar dressing, Pecorino cheese, egg, capers, and crispy garlic croutons.
Price: $22.5

BC Albacore Tuna Crudo - thinly sliced tuna served with cucumber gazpacho, cilantro, charred serrano oil, and other fresh accompaniments.
Price: $23.5

Risotto al Funghi - creamy risotto with wild and cultivated mushrooms, Carnaroli rice, Grana Padano cheese, and herbs.
Price: $37.5

Lobster and Saffron Linguine - linguine pasta with Nova Scotia lobster, white wine, cream, lemon, green beans, and hot peppers.
Price: $57.5

Tiramisu - classic dessert with mascarpone, espresso, ladyfingers, and chocolate.
Price: $15

Budino Caramello - caramel pudding with salted caramel and toasted nuts.
Price: $16

Bar:
Il Caminetto offers a wide selection of Italian wines, signature cocktails, and locally sourced drinks, carefully curated to complement the menu.

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Quattro Restaurant, located at 4319 Main St, Whistler, BC (inside the Pinnacle Hotel Whistler, in the center of Whistler Village near shops and trails), has been a steady presence in the area's dining options for over 20 years, run by the Quattro Restaurants group with a focus on Italian roots adapted to the mountain setting. In fall, it aligns well with the season's shift, as Whistler's turning leaves and crisp air draw visitors indoors for meals that complement the harvest transition.
The space divides into a main dining area and a bar, with wooden elements and soft lighting that keep things calm amid the village's activity - great for small groups or quiet dinners during quieter autumn weeks, though it fills up on weekends.

Fall 2025 Menu (4 courses for $40, from 5 PM, Sunday-Friday):

Butternut Squash Risotto with Sage and Pancetta
Creamy risotto made with heirloom squash, aromatic sage, and crispy Italian pancetta.
Price: included in the set

Fusilli in Truffle Cream Sauce with Local Wild Mushrooms

Spiral fusilli pasta served in a delicate truffle cream sauce with fresh wild mushrooms. A rich and flavorful dish highlighting truffle aroma.
Price: included in the set

Grilled Steak with Roasted Root Vegetables
Juicy grilled steak served with a medley of roasted root vegetables, emphasizing the seasonality of the menu.
Price: included in the set

Fresh Ling Cod with Apple-Fennel Salad
A light dish featuring locally sourced fish with a refreshing apple and fennel salad.
Price: included in the set

Wood-Fired Pizzas and Pastas
A selection of signature pizzas and pastas, available à la carte or as part of the set, with classic Italian flavors.

Drinks: Extensive selection of local wines and craft beverages, plus a daily Happy Hour from 5 to 6 PM.

The menu is updated regularly to reflect seasonal ingredients and showcase local flavors.

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The Acorn, is a high-end vegetarian and vegan restaurant in Vancouver, recognized by the MICHELIN Guide, with a focus on local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. The restaurant is known for its creative approach to plant-based cuisine, use of zero-waste techniques, and elegant presentation.

Tasting Menu (Chef’s Menu, $85, with optional wine pairing $55):

Starters: Sourdough bread with cultured butter and sea salt

Main Courses:

   Halloumi, beer-battered, with Devil’s Club sauce

   Fermented Chili Chayote with cilantro, walnuts, and smoked rosehip

   Local Lobster Mushrooms

   Gem Lettuce salad with mushroom and cayenne sauce

Desserts: Rice pudding with assorted berries, peach cake with whole-grain crust, and other seasonal sweets

Drinks:

Organic wines from local British Columbia wineries with minimal intervention

Signature cocktails made with natural ingredients

Non-alcoholic beverages based on fermented berries and herbs

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PICNIC tapas & wine, located at 140 Mississaga St E, Orillia, Ontario, is a stylish tapas bar in the heart of Orillia, blending Spanish and French influences with a focus on seasonal and local ingredients. For fall 2025, the restaurant offers a menu highlighting the richness of the autumn harvest using regional produce, fresh Great Lakes seafood and local farm products.

Fall Menu Highlights:

Patatas Bravas with Autumn Twist
Traditional fried potatoes with a spicy tomato-pepper sauce, topped with roasted fall mushrooms and herbs.
Price: $12

Grilled Tuna Sandwich with Pumpkin Chutney
Juicy tuna steak served on crispy bread with homemade pumpkin chutney and fresh fall vegetables.
Price: $18

Autumn Cheese & Charcuterie Plate
A selection of local cheeses, smoked delicacies, pickled vegetables, and seasonal nuts - perfect for a light evening snack.
Price: $25

Seasonal Light Seafood
Grande Lake oysters and grilled mussels with garlic and parsley.
Price: from $20

Fall Drinks:

Spice Harvest Cocktail
Signature cocktail with autumn spices, nuts, and citrus notes, perfectly paired with seasonal tapas.
Price: $14

Ontario Regional Wines
Selection of white and red wines from local wineries to complement the fall tapas.
Price: from $9 per glass

Seasonal Craft Beers
A selection of local seasonal brews with soft caramel and spiced notes.
Price: from $7

Photo Credit: instagram.com/picnictapasandwine

Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant is a historic restaurant located in the scenic Fish Creek Provincial Park, just outside downtown Calgary. Housed in a ranch building dating back to 1896, the restaurant combines the charm of rustic elegance with modern Canadian cuisine, emphasizing local and seasonal ingredients.

Fall Menu:

Daily Soup - seasonal soup changing according to the freshest ingredients.
Price: $13

Beetroot Salad - organic beets, creamy feta, toasted pistachios, dill, and orange vinaigrette.
Price: $18

Galimax Living Greens - assorted leafy greens with Comté cheese, hazelnuts, cider vinaigrette, radish, and apple.
Price: $17

Fresh Shucked East Coast Oysters - served with traditional sauces.
Price: $4-5 each

Bison Tartare - bison tartare with lavash bread, bone marrow aioli, smoked Gouda, and crispy shallots.
Price: $25

Pan-Seared Rainbow Trout Almondine - trout with almond puree, capers, lemon, and fingerling potatoes.
Price: $36

Parsnip & Walnut Risotto - risotto with parsnips, walnuts, Grana Padano, and mascarpone.
Price: $34

Sous Vide Pork Tenderloin - pork with honey-glazed carrots, cauliflower puree, confit onions, and rosemary.
Price: approx. $38

Roasted Chicken - chicken with kale beans, caper salsa, creamy polenta, and fingerling potatoes.
Price: $36

Drinks:

Local and international wines

Signature cocktails

Craft beers from Calgary breweries

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