Restaurants in Thunder Bay
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“We stopped by Tomlin last Friday evening with our two kids and they got us seated right away even though it was pretty busy. The staff member who took care of us was great with the kids, brought crayons over without us even asking, and checked in just enough without hovering. My son inhaled the mac and cheese and my daughter actually ate her whole plate of fish and chips, which never happens. It's rare to find a spot that feels relaxed for a family dinner but still turns out food that good, so we'll definitely be back.”
“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.”
“My husband and I had an absolutely spectacular anniversary dinner! We were seated in a less busy area of the dining room as requested and promptly were brought two glasses of sparkling wine-complementary! That was so thoughtful! We had never been to this restaurant as we live in the states and only visit TBay at times. We ordered two pizzas for apps-really knowing it would reheat well later-which it did not disappoint. Our mains were spot on and delicious and dessert was also grand. Such a pleasure to have the experience! Our server, Ewan, was a true gem!”
“Great Thai food. One of my favourite places to order take-out from.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Thanks Ben for making the night even better! Service, food and drinks were amazing. Will definitely be back!”
“We sat at a booth in the bar and enjoyed delicious ribs, steak and lobster dinners. Our server Annie went above and beyond providing friendly, and helpful service - she's a true gem who can turn a good dining experience into a great one!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“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.”
“My husband and I had an absolutely spectacular anniversary dinner! We were seated in a less busy area of the dining room as requested and promptly were brought two glasses of sparkling wine-complementary! That was so thoughtful! We had never been to this restaurant as we live in the states and only visit TBay at times. We ordered two pizzas for apps-really knowing it would reheat well later-which it did not disappoint. Our mains were spot on and delicious and dessert was also grand. Such a pleasure to have the experience! Our server, Ewan, was a true gem!”
“Some of the best pizza I’ve ever eaten and everyone working was lovely in explaining how their counter service worked. I’ve only been in once so far but I will most certainly be back soon! I went on a weekday night and the place was packed and definitely loud as a result but for absolutely good reason. Both their side and the adjoining brewery are decorated beautifully and look clean as well.”
“Some of the best pizza I’ve ever eaten and everyone working was lovely in explaining how their counter service worked. I’ve only been in once so far but I will most certainly be back soon! I went on a weekday night and the place was packed and definitely loud as a result but for absolutely good reason. Both their side and the adjoining brewery are decorated beautifully and look clean as well.”
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“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”
“Amazing service and food. Had the $55 4 course meal. Everything and I mean Everything was fantastic.”
“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.”
“Had a wonderful dinner at Nook Italian Restaurant in Thunder Bay. The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared.
The service was excellent—everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. I also loved the cozy, warm atmosphere, which made it the perfect place for a relaxed and enjoyable evening.
Overall, we had a fantastic experience and truly enjoyed our time at Nook. It’s definitely a restaurant I would recommend and happily visit again! 🍝✨”
“I highly recommend The Industry Social House. We had a large group dinner at the Industry Social House on Friday Jan. 9th, 2026. It was important for me to hold the gathering in a nice and open area, not a jammed & dark space. I visited the restaurant a few days earlier, and found its open space to be very welcoming - the space has nice decoration with lots of light, a large decorating olive tree in the center and several more decorating flowers and greens. I met Chef Carlos and Manager Maria, with whom we discussed on developing a special menu for the event considering some food restrictions, different age group, and the cause. After trying some dishes, we finalized our menu with Nachos and Potato Skins for starter, for the main course: Ribeye steak being one of the best steaks I have tried, Chicken Duxelles with a very unique fabulous fused taste, and Fish & Chips with crispy battered shell. There were also two types of assorted Dainties for dessert. Different types of drink were ordered. The manager had printed the special menu for our table with a special note for our event which everyone liked! I should say that unlike many mixed and unfair reviews, our group (ranging from young university students to senior professors) was impressed and enjoyed with every detail of this great experience made by the Industry Social House. Last but least, the service was great and the waitresses were friendly and professional. The Table was ready as planned and everything was done in full perfection.”
“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!”
“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”
“My first time there today! Excellent customer service, amazing food (ordered a panzo!), and the overall establishment was great! Would definitely go back! Love the decor and vibe!”
24 Hour Restaurants
“This was probably the best fast food experience ive ever had we ordered a bunch of burgers, drinks and a large fries and they were super busy but when we were at the 2nd window the attendant gave us our burgers and drinks and told us it would be a bit for our fries which usually they would just hold our food in the building while we waited but for the first time i was able to enjoy a piping how burger while i waited for my hot fresh fries i was so happy that was the best”
“Fabulous fish! Sharron was a sweetheart, we had a blast. Thank you for all the fish recommendations, so delicious and we cant wait for you to meet the baby too (: !! See u soon !!”
“Dawson Trail has a robust beer selection and their seasonal beers are on the mark. The taproom is well situated on Golf Links Rd. The staff are professional and very friendly! I can highly recommend them if you enjoy your craft beer.”
Takeout Restaurants
“I've eaten lunch here twice and rate this restaurant a ten out of ten. Service was impeccable and the food is authentically Italian. I had the pasta and rapini with Italian sausage on my second visit. The sauce was flavouful and nuanced. it was served piping hot. Bread is free and abundant. An exquisite experience that transported me to my youth in the seventies when I backpacked through Europe. The server understood my desire to have a slow, leisurely meal--the Italian way--I look forward to returning soon.”
“Service is great, food is delicious and everything is spot on! I had the walleye with poched eggs on day two and it did not disappoint. There might a wait for 30 minutes on the weekend, and it’s worth every minute. Thank for a great dining experience.😋😋😋”
“Amazing service and food. Had the $55 4 course meal. Everything and I mean Everything was fantastic.”
“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.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Our fall dinner series 3, was a delightful culinary experience. This team of chefs is outstanding! Their knowledge and creativity bring you amazing flavours to savour. They are also lovely hosts and hostesses. It's very welcoming to be greeted by Ray upon arrival. Thank you for sharing your talents.”
“We stopped by Tomlin last Friday evening with our two kids and they got us seated right away even though it was pretty busy. The staff member who took care of us was great with the kids, brought crayons over without us even asking, and checked in just enough without hovering. My son inhaled the mac and cheese and my daughter actually ate her whole plate of fish and chips, which never happens. It's rare to find a spot that feels relaxed for a family dinner but still turns out food that good, so we'll definitely be back.”
“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!”
“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”
“Really enjoyed the salmon sashimi here! The slices were generous, fresh, and had a really nice texture without being overly fatty. The service was also very friendly. I especially appreciated that the staff said goodbye to guests as they were leaving — such a small gesture, but it made the experience feel very welcoming. Would definitely come back!”
Cheap Eats
“First time being in Freshco Deli on Frederica street. I was amazed with all the products and the owner was a delight to talk to. He asked if zi had ever tried his sandwiches to which I replied no. He says "Buddy you gotta try ... " best in town." ... He wasn't lying... Sandwiches were huge, delicious and very reasonable price. Compared to other sandwich shops, he is the best in town. Definitely 5 stars.”
“Had a wonderful dinner at Nook Italian Restaurant in Thunder Bay. The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared.
The service was excellent—everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. I also loved the cozy, warm atmosphere, which made it the perfect place for a relaxed and enjoyable evening.
Overall, we had a fantastic experience and truly enjoyed our time at Nook. It’s definitely a restaurant I would recommend and happily visit again! 🍝✨”
“I highly recommend The Industry Social House. We had a large group dinner at the Industry Social House on Friday Jan. 9th, 2026. It was important for me to hold the gathering in a nice and open area, not a jammed & dark space. I visited the restaurant a few days earlier, and found its open space to be very welcoming - the space has nice decoration with lots of light, a large decorating olive tree in the center and several more decorating flowers and greens. I met Chef Carlos and Manager Maria, with whom we discussed on developing a special menu for the event considering some food restrictions, different age group, and the cause. After trying some dishes, we finalized our menu with Nachos and Potato Skins for starter, for the main course: Ribeye steak being one of the best steaks I have tried, Chicken Duxelles with a very unique fabulous fused taste, and Fish & Chips with crispy battered shell. There were also two types of assorted Dainties for dessert. Different types of drink were ordered. The manager had printed the special menu for our table with a special note for our event which everyone liked! I should say that unlike many mixed and unfair reviews, our group (ranging from young university students to senior professors) was impressed and enjoyed with every detail of this great experience made by the Industry Social House. Last but least, the service was great and the waitresses were friendly and professional. The Table was ready as planned and everything was done in full perfection.”
“Was here for dinner tonight, supper was fabulous and delicious and our server, Javier(hope I spelt correctly) was wonderful. His professionalism and charm and great personality shone when he had to deal with a difficult customer. My husband and I were thoroughly impressed by how he handled the situation. As usual our tacos and shrimp tacos tasted amazing and recommend everyone to try! Again it was a pleasure Javier”
“Excellent food and service Chicken balls are solid pieces of chicken. Food was hot when picked up still very warm when I got home. My order was ready exactly when I was told it would be ready to pick up. Top of our list for dining at home.”
“I've eaten lunch here twice and rate this restaurant a ten out of ten. Service was impeccable and the food is authentically Italian. I had the pasta and rapini with Italian sausage on my second visit. The sauce was flavouful and nuanced. it was served piping hot. Bread is free and abundant. An exquisite experience that transported me to my youth in the seventies when I backpacked through Europe. The server understood my desire to have a slow, leisurely meal--the Italian way--I look forward to returning soon.”
Latest Reviews
“Their pizza is great! Sometimes the crust is kind of gummy but it’s made with love. The staff are great. However, for the past few months I have noticed that they never seem to answer their phone. It’s near impossible to place an order by phone during peak business hours. Might it be time to expand the business and modernize it? I guess that’s what gives it that personal touch, being a smaller pizzeria, but it sure would be nice to place an order by phone. Otherwise, keep up the good work! Please just give it some thought to maybe expand your business’s ability to take more orders during peak times. Thank you :D”
“Consistently good food, and the staff are kind and courteous. Their tofu greens are delicious; the tofu is juicy, and perfectly textured. If you enjoy tofu and/or are vegetarian with fewer options at Chinese restaurants, go to Chinese Express. And avoid the restaurant across the street, their tofu is tough, dry, and way too salty.”
“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.”
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New Restaurants
“I highly recommend them! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and it's a relaxed atmosphere. I especially recommend the singing for a drink on Thursday's. I only went once so far but so good! I'm hoping to get there again soon. You can do acapella or bring your own instrument. You sign up and the music started shortly after 7:30. I appreciate when things are on time 😀”
“After seeing their food posts and reviews we wanted to try for ourselves. Ordered the beef bipimbap, regular fried & korean sweet n spicy fried chicken, chicken fried rice and their dumplings.. everything was incredible! Perfectly cooked, seasoned and incredibly fresh ingredients. Great portions sizes and pricing. 10/10, I already look forward to getting it again.”
“We walked in without noticing that they only serve ramen for lunch! But we got so surprised by the kimchi fried udon and homemade matcha cheese cake. Cuisines taste so fine, and the uncle who served us is so friendly and welcoming. Definitely coming back for more possibilities of yummy foods😋”
“Our fall dinner series 3, was a delightful culinary experience. This team of chefs is outstanding! Their knowledge and creativity bring you amazing flavours to savour. They are also lovely hosts and hostesses. It's very welcoming to be greeted by Ray upon arrival. Thank you for sharing your talents.”