Restaurants in Thunder Bay
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Best Restaurants
“Had a great dinner with family from out of town I ordered the chicken fajitas and cynazia was our waitress. She rememberd my extra tortillas and took care of our table. Nice stars!”
“Excellent food, excellent staff and waiters. Thunder Bay’s gem of a restaurant!”
“Attended a private event here most recently. I must confess I was never there before. However after such a great experience in both the food quality, atmosphere and service, I think I found our new go to place in TBay for dining out. Hats off to Giorg Cucina e Barra.”
“Stopped in to Lakehead Beers Saturday night after work. Tried a Subdivision large Deluxe pizza. It was both very tasty and very filling! Toppings were flavourful and the crust was crispy the way we like it! Had enough left over for lunch the next day. We will definitely be back to try more from their menu!”
“Amazing dinner the other nite! Our server — well, she nailed it from start to finish. An absolute gem: super friendly and had us laughing, even while it was a little overheated. We gave 4 stars only because we expected to enjoy some nice A/C with our meal, but instead we were all a bit sweaty (along with the staff!). Cool it off a bit — especially for your hardworking team — 27 degrees is pretty warm!””
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Love the food and really enjoyed the fish tacos here, super tasty and flavourful! The price makes it even better lol. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to :))”
Restaurants with Delivery
“I just wanted to take the tome to acknowledge the amazing efforts of Colin (who I've now known to be the GM of this location) . I had called with a question, simply asking what the daily vegetable was before I placed my order through Skip the Dish. I wanted to make sure the sode was not say roasted red pepper and beans or something. During our briefing talk, I explained I had a food allergy to peppers. He said he would make sure there were no peppers. Much to my delight, the food was absolutely amazing, and I had no issues with anything. What particularly caught me off guard, was that Colin had essentially taken time aside to ensure the safety of my meal, and inquired about all ingredients to the kitchen. He found that there were pepper flakes in the coleslaw side, so he actually attached a had written note with the coleslaw aside, amd substitutions available that accommodated my allergy. I have yet to ever see a restaurant worker take such initiative, let alone learning that this was the GM whom I'm sure had many other things to do that evening. I was absolutely blown away. So Colin, if you ever see this, you made my night, and you've solidified a loyal family of clients to Kelseys, solely because of you. Thank you”
“Attended a private event here most recently. I must confess I was never there before. However after such a great experience in both the food quality, atmosphere and service, I think I found our new go to place in TBay for dining out. Hats off to Giorg Cucina e Barra.”
“Stopped in to Lakehead Beers Saturday night after work. Tried a Subdivision large Deluxe pizza. It was both very tasty and very filling! Toppings were flavourful and the crust was crispy the way we like it! Had enough left over for lunch the next day. We will definitely be back to try more from their menu!”
“Amazing dinner the other nite! Our server — well, she nailed it from start to finish. An absolute gem: super friendly and had us laughing, even while it was a little overheated. We gave 4 stars only because we expected to enjoy some nice A/C with our meal, but instead we were all a bit sweaty (along with the staff!). Cool it off a bit — especially for your hardworking team — 27 degrees is pretty warm!””
“Excellent dinner for 4 tonight- birria tacos, tacos de cameron y pescado, quesadillas and a pitcher of margs of course. Muy rico!”
“This restaurant has come back as good as always. The ambiance is fabulous. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable. The food was delicious. We tried the deep fried ravioli, mozzarella sticks, chicken, Parmesan, Italian, stuffed peppers, shrimp, stuffed shells, and gnocchi. Everything was very flavourful. We really liked that you get bread, and a salad included with your meal which these days, is not common. We will definitely be back and highly recommend a visit for those who haven’t been recently.”
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“This restaurant has come back as good as always. The ambiance is fabulous. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable. The food was delicious. We tried the deep fried ravioli, mozzarella sticks, chicken, Parmesan, Italian, stuffed peppers, shrimp, stuffed shells, and gnocchi. Everything was very flavourful. We really liked that you get bread, and a salad included with your meal which these days, is not common. We will definitely be back and highly recommend a visit for those who haven’t been recently.”
“Went there for dinner last night and I must say the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The owner was there and she was amazing! Our waitress was totally on point and I was blown away by the food! It was a 3 course tasting menu and every dish was extremely flavourful! Loved it! Can't wait to try the breakfast!”
“A Hidden Gem of Authentic Italian Cuisine!
We had an absolutely wonderful experience at The Nook Italian Restaurant! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and charm. The food was nothing short of exceptional — true, authentic Italian flavors that transported us straight to Italy.
We started with the burrata served with cherry tomatoes and pesto — fresh, creamy, and perfectly balanced. For our mains, the pasta dishes truly shined. My husband loved his dish featuring artichokes, Italian sausage, and their house-made pesto sauce — a rich and flavorful combination done just right. I had the rigatoni arrabbiata, and it was incredible — the perfect amount of spice with a beautifully fresh tomato sauce.
Every bite was a delight, and to top it all off, our server Vince made the experience even better. Attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, he made us feel right at home.
If you're looking for amazing Italian cuisine with top-notch service, look no further. The Nook is a true culinary gem!”
“We had our work Christmas party here last night, and Chris and our bartenders were super accommodating! We brought in catering for our group, which was fantastic. The space was done up perfectly to accommodate our large party. lol The ambiance was on par. Everyone had a great time with the sims. Definitely a party for the books! Thanks to all the staff at On The Links for a great night!”
“Thank you to McKenzie, Donna and the staff at Mike's. We had a medical emergency with one of our friends, the staff calmly called an ambulance for us, kept checking on the situation. Very professional, kind, and attentive. Thank you very much for making a super stressful situation a little more manageable.”
“The call centre kept hanging up on us or sending us to voice mail. We called the restaurant direct and spoke to the general manager who was more than accommodating. Great service from the manager we do very much appreciate it. We are celiac and the manager and all staff were very much on point.”
“Once again, Madhouse for the win! I have been here three times and each time I order the Baked Tomato & Bacon Focaccia Sandwich. Everytime it has been exceptional! In today's day and age it is hard to count on anything, but you can count on this sandwich. I would upload a picture...but there isn't anything left”
“Went there for dinner last night and I must say the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The owner was there and she was amazing! Our waitress was totally on point and I was blown away by the food! It was a 3 course tasting menu and every dish was extremely flavourful! Loved it! Can't wait to try the breakfast!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“I try to stay away from fast food. I ordered small decaf with one honey today. They brewed new pot so I waited a bit. Then the employee forgot my order. I waited 4-5minutes. But then the employee gave me large decaf with two honey 🙂. Forgot to get her name but she made my day. Thanks for decaf.”
“Crazy busy, with a crowded PlayPlace! Only 2 tables in the kids' area made for a lot of parents just standing around trying to be out of the way. Interesting menu options compared to the US, but food was good!
Kid-friendliness: Decent PlayPlace, but not enough seating inside play room.”
“one of if not best restaurant in thunder bay! amazing food every bite was better. amazing staff. took our servers recommendations for apps and entree and banged it out of the park 5/5. cant wait to come back again!”
“Amazing staff and products!! The Caesar mix is my favorite so far! I can't wait to try more!”
Takeout Restaurants
“Best gelato in town, always fresh, made in-house daily with real artisanal ingredients.
Vegetarian options: Yes.
Dietary restrictions: Vegan, gluten free options.
Parking: Metered, street parking. Free during evenings and weekends.
Kid-friendliness: Yes.
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes.”
“Once again, Madhouse for the win! I have been here three times and each time I order the Baked Tomato & Bacon Focaccia Sandwich. Everytime it has been exceptional! In today's day and age it is hard to count on anything, but you can count on this sandwich. I would upload a picture...but there isn't anything left”
“Absolutely fantastic experience at Osmows Shawarma! This is hands down the best osmoses in Thunder Bay. The flavors are incredible—the shawarma is perfectly spiced and cooked to perfection. The fresh ingredients really stand out, and the variety of sauces adds a delicious twist. A special shoutout to Farhims for her outstanding customer service; she made the visit even more enjoyable. Highly recommend trying their signature dishes! A must-visit for shawarma lovers!”
“Thanks Ben for making the night even better! Service, food and drinks were amazing. Will definitely be back!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Went to Carlitos tonight after work for a snack and it was delicious 🤤 the panini was amazing perfectly done. We also had an iced coffee and it was nice and strong not watery at all ( I’m very picky about iced coffee) friendly staff as well :) definitely recommend”
“THE BEST coffee shop in town to relax. unwind, and enjoy the most DELECTABLE treats. Coffee, tea, Milk Tea's, Latte's you name it, they got it! Great seating winter and summer outside seating with entertainment on weekends. The owners are AMAZING and treat you like family. You need to go try it! NOW!”
“For awhile I stopped going due to staff changes and atmosphere. Food had also changed. Decided to go back and was impressed. Food was much better, they were answering their phones, service was good and staff seemed to go back to the way it was before. As long as things continue I will continue to keep going.”
“the smash Burger is unbelievable and the new tenderloin is perfect.”
Cheap Eats
“I recently ordered crispy chicken bowl from this location and the food was amazing & freshly cooked . I highly recommend this place if someone is looking for fresh Mexican food in Thunder-bay.
The new owners are very nice & friendly. Must visit this place and support small businesses.”
“I love their sparklers so much I brought it to Toronto with me!
Parking: There are so many barriers when it comes to parking at the location where Windy Shores Cafe is located because 1) I need a phone to pay for parking 2) I need to pay to access a public park by vehicle 3) I need to pay for a phone plan to have data to pay for my parking metre. It’s not the business’s fault, however it is clear they’re losing a significant amount of customers and revenue because of parking.”
“Wonderful service the employees welcomes you with a smile food on time very nice restaurant”
“Good for you for standing up for what you believe and welcoming EVERYONE regardless of their Vaxx status. This just has to END!”
“One of the best spaghetti, dinner, places, good for parties and much more. I recommend this place to everyone looking for good food or entertainment.”
“Just the best locally family owned store around Thunder Bay. The best sausages, burgers, sandwiches, soups and so much more. I love this place! And they sell White Cedar Remedy topical pain relief cream.”
“A Hidden Gem of Authentic Italian Cuisine!
We had an absolutely wonderful experience at The Nook Italian Restaurant! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and charm. The food was nothing short of exceptional — true, authentic Italian flavors that transported us straight to Italy.
We started with the burrata served with cherry tomatoes and pesto — fresh, creamy, and perfectly balanced. For our mains, the pasta dishes truly shined. My husband loved his dish featuring artichokes, Italian sausage, and their house-made pesto sauce — a rich and flavorful combination done just right. I had the rigatoni arrabbiata, and it was incredible — the perfect amount of spice with a beautifully fresh tomato sauce.
Every bite was a delight, and to top it all off, our server Vince made the experience even better. Attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, he made us feel right at home.
If you're looking for amazing Italian cuisine with top-notch service, look no further. The Nook is a true culinary gem!”
Latest Reviews
“THE BEST coffee shop in town to relax. unwind, and enjoy the most DELECTABLE treats. Coffee, tea, Milk Tea's, Latte's you name it, they got it! Great seating winter and summer outside seating with entertainment on weekends. The owners are AMAZING and treat you like family. You need to go try it! NOW!”
“I always use the drive thru and usually only order a tea but I only go in the day because in the evening it doesn’t taste as good. Sometimes I’ll go alone or with my kids they usually get a sandwich or something else. My youngest gets thé chocolate milk and a cookie I love the woman that’s always on the till during the day with the glasses I’m always giving her a tip because she’s always so nice. If I’m with my pug she always asks if she can have a treat and if I’m alone she always is like you’re alone today. Super friendly staff person. Wish I knew her name.”
“Our out of town work group of 25 showed up on a Tuesday night thinking we had made a reservation already, only to realize we had not confirmed on our end to lock in the reservation. Although our mistake, Christina (the restaurant Manager) and her team amazingly were able to accommodate all of us as tables emptied out. The group loved the food, and the staff and service were great! Highly recommend, and will visit again!”
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“The biggest thing I want to share here is that we left a wallet at this facility. It had a fair amount of cash in it. It was 5 hrs later that we discovered it. We called and they had already secured it in their office. It was a week later till we were able to get friends of ours to pick it up. All the contents were still in it.”
“The call centre kept hanging up on us or sending us to voice mail. We called the restaurant direct and spoke to the general manager who was more than accommodating. Great service from the manager we do very much appreciate it. We are celiac and the manager and all staff were very much on point.”
“I just wanted to take the tome to acknowledge the amazing efforts of Colin (who I've now known to be the GM of this location) . I had called with a question, simply asking what the daily vegetable was before I placed my order through Skip the Dish. I wanted to make sure the sode was not say roasted red pepper and beans or something. During our briefing talk, I explained I had a food allergy to peppers. He said he would make sure there were no peppers. Much to my delight, the food was absolutely amazing, and I had no issues with anything. What particularly caught me off guard, was that Colin had essentially taken time aside to ensure the safety of my meal, and inquired about all ingredients to the kitchen. He found that there were pepper flakes in the coleslaw side, so he actually attached a had written note with the coleslaw aside, amd substitutions available that accommodated my allergy. I have yet to ever see a restaurant worker take such initiative, let alone learning that this was the GM whom I'm sure had many other things to do that evening. I was absolutely blown away. So Colin, if you ever see this, you made my night, and you've solidified a loyal family of clients to Kelseys, solely because of you. Thank you”