There's a great mix of New Brunswick restaurants that cater to a wide range of palates. Whether it’s taking advantage of an Acadian buffet at Le Pays de la Sagouine, choosing hotel dining at the Delta Fredericton or trying out a local eatery in Caraquet, expect Maritime hospitality and high quality food.
Le Pays de la Sagouine
- 57 Acadie Street, Bouctouche (506-743-1400 / 1-800-561-9188)
This attraction of popular children’s novelist Antonine Maillet is more than a re-created fictional village. It has a fantastic Acadian buffet lunch, and dinner theatre in June, July, November and December. Try out the potato pancakes and variety of desserts.
The Blue Door Restaurant and Bar
- 100 Regent Street, Fredericton (506-455-2583)
This intimate and trendy downtown Fredericton hot spot is a winner. Of top repute are the sweet potato fries and their fabulous martini and cocktail lists. Catch sushi every Friday and sit out on the lovely garden patio.
Brewbakers Restaurant
- 546 King Street, Fredericton (506-459-0067)
This busy casual downtown restaurant serves upscale food that is best in 3-course doses. Of special note is the curry prawn salad and curry vegetable tofu entrée. Any dessert choice is the right one.
The Acadian Village
- 14311 Route 11, Rivière-du-Nord (506-726-2600 / 1-877-721-2200)
Another top attraction in New Brunswick, the Acadian Village has a cute eatery on part of the grounds called La Table des Ancetres. Try the simple and family-priced Acadian items but expect a line up at lunchtime.
Tait House / Maison Tait
- 293 Main Street, Shediac (506-532-4233 / 1-888-532-4233)
This elegant and upscale restaurant in the Tait House inn is for one of those special treat occasions. The old world atmosphere, modern cuisine and impeccable service make for a delightful meal. Apart from the perfectly chosen menu, save room for dessert (crème brulée with New Brunswick maple syrup, anyone?).
Le Café Phare
- 186 boulevard Saint-Pierre West, Caraquet (506-727-9469)
With a lovely street side patio, this small establishment mixes noteworthy food served with small town charm. A favourite entrée is the surprisingly delicious Asian Salad, a good appetizer or light meal.
Metepenagiag Lodge
- 2202 Micmac Road, Red Bank (506-836-6128 / 1-800-570-1344)
This restaurant is not a typical stopping spot unless visiting the Metepenagiag Centre. Don’t overlook it, though. The small eatery within the Metepenagiag Lodge has a cheap and simple lunch menu with home cooked First Nations dishes. The dining room overlooks the Miramichi River.
Says owner Patricia Dunnett: “My Chef will not allow a deep fryer in the kitchen. Everything is made from scratch.”
Palate Restaurant and Café
- 462 Queen Street, Fredericton (506-450-8012)
A casual downtown lunch spot, Palate Restaurant gussies up a bit for dinner. Whatever the meal, the staff are laid back, the kitchen is open and the food is focused on quality rather than pretence.
Le Grand Bleu
- 27 avenue Carrefour, Caraquet (506-727-5997)
This waterfront restaurant offers average food, more diner fare than classy cuisine. But the waterfront patio setting is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon or sunset supper: just don’t expect anything more than basic food, a super casual environment and informal service.
New Brunswick Restaurants
Dining in the province is generally a really pleasant experience. Restaurants have friendly staff and high quality food. Take a peek at Tourism New Brunswick’s website (1-800-561-0123) for more travel tips.
Lori Henry - A travel writer, Lori flits between exploring the world with incessant curiosity and huddling over her laptop writing.
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