Best Restaurants in Southwestern Ontario (Jun 2026)
86 curated restaurants with up-to-date reviews, signature dishes & insider tips
Last updated June 20, 2026
2
Berkeley North
What to order Teriyaki Eggplant, Basque Cheesecake with Burnt Caramel, Steak Frites
40
Yaya's Kitchen
What to order Ugali / Fufu, Jerk Chicken Sandwich, Pounded Yam with Groundnut Stew
Ranked by the Inside Scoop Score
How this is scored
- National accolades — Michelin, Canada's 100 Best, World's 50 Best and the like, weighted by how prestigious the honour is. The biggest driver.
- How widely it's recommended — how many trusted "best-of" lists feature the restaurant.
- Rating — its Google rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it up.
These add together into the score. The number isn't out of 100 — it's a points total, so the rank beside it is the quickest read.
| # | Restaurant | Scoop Score | Awards | Google Rating | What to Order | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & SpaUpscale Canadian | 727 |    |
4.7 ★2,143 reviews | Truffle Soup, Foie Gras | 1 Langdon Dr, Cambridge, ON N3H 4R8 |
| 2 | Berkeley NorthModern American | 266 | |
4.5 ★903 reviews | Teriyaki Eggplant, Basque Cheesecake with Burnt Caramel | 31 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A1 |
| 3 | Barrel Heart BrewingModern Canadian | 247 | |
4.8 ★132 reviews | Carrot Harissa Dip, Brussels Sprouts with shrimp paste and bonito | 104 King St W Unit 1, Dundas, ON L9H 0B4 |
| 4 | Gol's Lanzhou NoodleChinese | 173 |  |
4.6 ★1,641 reviews | Beef Noodle Soup, Cold Sesame and Chicken Noodles | 150 University Ave W #6b, Waterloo, ON N2L 3E4 |
| 5 | Cintro on WellingtonAsian Fusion | 165 |  |
4.9 ★610 reviews | Tuna (with mochi), Foie Rice | 731 Wellington St, London, ON N6A 3S1 |
| 6 | Centro Wood Fired KitchenItalian | 165 | |
4.8 ★649 reviews | Brussel Sprouts, Fried Feta | 71 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L 3H8 |
| 7 | QuatrefoilFrench | 165 | |
4.7 ★698 reviews | Sea Scallops, Brome Lake Duck Breast | 16 Sydenham St, Dundas, ON L9H 2T4 |
| 8 | Take Five BistroSteakhouse | 165 | |
4.6 ★764 reviews | Steak (Filet, Ribeye, New York Strip), Tuscan Chicken | 1068 Erie St E, Windsor, ON N9A 3Z2 |
| 9 | odd duck | wine & provisionsModern Canadian | 158 | |
4.8 ★361 reviews | Trust Us Experience (Tasting Menu), Scallop Crudo | 93 Ontario St S, Kitchener, ON N2G 1X5 |
| 10 | The FrenchFrench | 155 | 4.6 ★1,899 reviews | French Onion Soup, Ricotta Gnocchi | 37 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A1 | |
| 11 | Papi'sSteakhouse | 149 | |
4.2 ★226 reviews | Tableside Caesar Salad, Steak (various cuts) | 100 Kellogg Ln, London, ON N5W 0B4 |
| 12 | Craft FarmacyModern Canadian | 148 | 4.6 ★1,002 reviews | Oysters on the Half Shell, Craft Burger | 449 Wharncliffe Rd S suite 1, London, ON N6J 2M8 | |
| 13 | MaipaiDetroit-style Pizza | 136 | 4.8 ★1,608 reviews | Do You Wanna? Pizza, Pepperoni Pile On Pizza | 631 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 3A1 | |
| 14 | Bentley's Bar Inn & RestaurantPub Fare | 135 | 4.3 ★1,884 reviews | Nachos, Burgers | 99 Ontario St, Stratford, ON N5A 3H1 | |
| 15 | Tony G’s PizzeriaNew York-style Pizza | 132 | 4.8 ★1,195 reviews | Pepperoni Pizza, Cheese Pizza | 30 John St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 1G9 | |
| 16 | Born & RaisedItalian | 132 | 4.4 ★1,146 reviews | Burrata, Brussels Sprouts | 224 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2L3 | |
| 17 | Pazzo PizzeriaPizza | 132 | 4.4 ★1,872 reviews | Vatican pizza, Primavera pizza | 70 Ontario St, Stratford, ON N5A 3H2 | |
| 18 | The Cook's ShopItalian | 131 | 4.5 ★958 reviews | Beef Tartare, Grilled Calamari | 683 Ouellette Ave, Windsor, ON N9A 4J4 | |
| 19 | The Church Key Bistro-PubUpscale Pub Fare | 131 | 4.5 ★1,493 reviews | Yellow Fin Tuna Steak, Corned Beef and Cabbage | 476 Richmond St, London, ON N6A 3E6 | |
| 20 | Mercer Kitchen | Beer HallAsian Fusion | 131 | 4.4 ★1,028 reviews | Karaage Chicken, Korean Fried Chicken Rice Bowl | 108 Ontario St, Stratford, ON N5A 3H2 | |
| 21 | Mezzo Ristorante & LoungeItalian | 126 | 4.4 ★1,110 reviews | Calamari, Spaghetti and Meatballs | 804 Erie St E, Windsor, ON N9A 3Y4 | |
| 22 | The Mule HamiltonMexican | 126 | 4.5 ★4,082 reviews | Nashville Chicken Taco, Pork Belly Taco | 41 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A2 | |
| 23 | David's BistroClassic French | 122 | 4.8 ★491 reviews | Black Linguine with Tiger Shrimp, Crème Brûlée | 432 Richmond St, London, ON N6A 3C9 | |
| 24 | NamuKorean Fusion | 121 | 4.7 ★490 reviews | BigMac spring rolls, Mushroom Orzo with Kalbi beef | 186 King St W, Dundas, ON L9H 5G4 | |
| 25 | Handsome Dave’s neighbourhood bar (no longer bon temps)Comfort | 121 | 4.8 ★452 reviews | Wings, Negronis | 61 Young St, Hamilton, ON L8N 1V1 | |
| 26 | Revival HouseCanadian | 120 | 4.2 ★757 reviews | Seafood Mac and Cheese, Duck Rolls | 70 Brunswick St, Stratford, ON N5A 6V6 | |
| 27 | Ancaster MillCanadian | 120 | 4.6 ★3,058 reviews | Crab Dip, Elk Burger | 548 Old Dundas Rd, Ancaster, ON L9G 3J4 | |
| 28 | Sagi Of WortleyAsian Fusion | 119 | 4.9 ★364 reviews | Mussels, Calamari | 175 Wortley Rd, London, ON N6C 3P6 | |
| 29 | OneZo Tapioca 丸作Tea House | 115 | 4.3 ★398 reviews | Tataro drink, Milk tea with brown sugar pearls | 1045 King St W Unit 1, Hamilton, ON L8S 1L6 | |
| 30 | FeaturesCanadian Diner | 113 | 4.5 ★1,128 reviews | Paulette Bunyan, Brisket Skillet | 10 Downie St, Stratford, ON N5A 1W5 | |
| 31 | IVANOPOBLANOMexican | 113 | 5.0 ★1,007 reviews | Ivano bites, Tacos | 390 Wharncliffe Rd S, London, ON N6J 2M1 | |
| 32 | Rapscallion and Co.Modern Canadian | 112 | 4.7 ★1,262 reviews | Whipped Feta, Schnitzel | 178 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2L1 | |
| 33 | Aberdeen TavernUpscale Canadian | 111 | 4.6 ★1,356 reviews | Braised Beef Grilled Cheese Bites, Calamari | 432 Aberdeen Ave, Hamilton, ON L8P 2S4 | |
| 34 | TomahSyrian | 111 | 4.9 ★950 reviews | Hummus, Falafel | 242 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 1A9 | |
| 35 | Nico TavernaItalian | 111 | 4.6 ★822 reviews | Fire-Grilled Seafood Appetizer, Gnocchi with Mushrooms, Black Truffle Oil/Pesto | 501 Erie St E, Windsor, ON N9A 3X8 | |
| 36 | Maisy’s Pearl Oyster BarSeafood | 110 | 4.9 ★174 reviews | Oysters on the Half Shell, Lobster Roll | 342 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2X7 | |
| 37 | Cowabunga Pizzeria - Take Out OnlyNew York Style Pizza | 110 | 4.2 ★1,195 reviews | Cowbunga Margarita, GG Pizza | 536 Upper Wellington St, Hamilton, ON L9A 3P5 | |
| 38 | ReverieModern Canadian | 108 | 4.7 ★153 reviews | Tasting Menu, Wine Pairings | 208 Piccadilly St Unit 1, London, ON N6A 1S1 | |
| 39 | Victoria's SteakhouseSteakhouse | 106 | 4.7 ★791 reviews | Ontario beef rib steak, Oysters Victoria | 470 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 1B7 | |
| 40 | Yaya's KitchenAfrican Diaspora | 106 | 4.9 ★273 reviews | Ugali / Fufu, Jerk Chicken Sandwich | 421 Ridout St N, London, ON N6A 5H4 | |
| 41 | Braai HouseSouth African Bbq | 105 | 4.6 ★473 reviews | Squid, Lamb Sirloin | 34 Brunswick St Upper Level, Stratford, ON N5A 3L8 | |
| 42 | Bhima's WarungSoutheast Asian Fusion | 105 | 4.4 ★918 reviews | Ayam India, Cornish Hen | 262 King St N, Waterloo, ON N2J 2Y8 | |
| 43 | AbruzziItalian | 104 | 4.5 ★791 reviews | Gnocchi, Beef Tenderloin | 119 King St, London, ON N6A 1C3 | |
| 44 | The Bauer KitchenContemporary Canadian | 103 | 4.5 ★3,191 reviews | Crème Brûlée, Salmon | 187 King St S #102, Waterloo, ON N2L 0A5 | |
| 45 | Pizzeria MadreNeapolitan Pizza | 103 | 4.6 ★669 reviews | Sourdough Bread with Hot Honey Whipped Ricotta, Cheese Louise Pizza | 320 Thames St #106, London, ON N6A 5N8 | |
| 46 | Cambridge MillUpscale Canadian | 102 | 4.6 ★3,731 reviews | Butternut Squash Soup, Caesar Salad | 100 Water St N, Cambridge, ON N1R 1P1 | |
| 47 | Maria's Tortas JaliscoMexican | 101 | 4.7 ★1,959 reviews | Birria Tacos, Birria Queso Tacos | 438 Hwy 8 Unit 1, Stoney Creek, ON L8G 1G3 | |
| 48 | Charcoal Steak HouseSteakhouse | 100 | 4.6 ★3,067 reviews | Filet Mignon, Tomahawk Steak | 2980 King St E, Kitchener, ON N2A 1A9 | |
| 49 | Bacchus RistoranteAuthentic Italian | 100 | 4.5 ★512 reviews | Braised Beef, Chicken Alfredo | 614 Erie St E, Windsor, ON N9A 3X9 | |
| 50 | HAMBRGR King WilliamAmerican | 99 | 4.5 ★3,418 reviews | Fried Broccoli, Biggie Mac | 49 King William St, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A2 | |
| 51 | Buon Gusto RestaurantItalian | 99 | 4.6 ★2,799 reviews | Wood Fired Pizzas, Pistachio Pizza | 69 Wyndham St N, Guelph, ON N1H 6P6 | |
| 52 | Electric DinerAmerican Diner | 98 | 4.1 ★662 reviews | Electric Burger + Fries, Flower Benny | 28 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A1 | |
| 53 | Miijidaa Café + BistroCanadian | 98 | 4.6 ★1,634 reviews | Butternut Squash Soup, Manitoulin Island Trout | 37 Quebec St, Guelph, ON N1H 2T1 | |
| 54 | 271West RestaurantItalian | 98 | 4.6 ★1,624 reviews | Homemade Pasta, Spaghetti Bolognese | 60 Charles St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 1B1 | |
| 55 | Le Tambour TavernFrench | 98 | 4.6 ★405 reviews | Bavette Frites, Elk Sausage | 345 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8L 1H3 | |
| 56 | Brothers Grimm BistroEuropean-inspired | 97 | 4.4 ★414 reviews | Steak Frites, Hunter’s Wild Game Pie | 193 King St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 1B3 | |
| 57 | Chicago Style PizzaPizza | 96 | 4.5 ★2,459 reviews | Chicago Deep Dish Pizza, Baked Rigatoni | 534 Upper Sherman Ave, Hamilton, ON L8V 3M1 | |
| 58 | La Cucina PizzeriaItalian | 95 | 4.4 ★1,601 reviews | Wood-Fired Pizza, Homemade Pasta | 320 King St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 1B7 | |
| 59 | Shorty's PizzaNew York-style Pizza | 95 | 4.5 ★1,391 reviews | Pepperoni Pizza, Bacon Mushroom Pizza | 1099 Cannon St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2J6 | |
| 60 | ANNDiningModern European | 95 | 4.6 ★298 reviews | Pizza (various), Hanger Steak | 140 Ann St #108, London, ON N6A 1R2 | |
| 61 | Gnosh at West 5 | 95 | 4.4 ★340 reviews | Pad Thai, Chicken Tacos | 1325 Riverbend Rd, London, ON N6K 0K1 | |
| 62 | Borealis Grille & Bar (Guelph)Canadian | 91 | 4.4 ★1,764 reviews | Crispy Skin Manitoulin Trout, Borealis Chicken Club | 1388 Gordon St, Guelph, ON N1L 1C9 | |
| 63 | Bijou RestaurantModern European | 90 | 4.4 ★207 reviews | Bread, Beet and Peach Salad | 34 Brunswick St Main Level, Stratford, ON N5A 3L8 | |
| 64 | Bardō James St. | 85 | 4.5 ★843 reviews | — | 14 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2J9 | |
| 65 | Trio Restaurant | 84 | 4.7 ★668 reviews | Tasting Menu, Roasted Pork Belly | 40 King St S, Waterloo, ON N2J 2W8 | |
| 66 | Elora Mill RestaurantUpscale Canadian | 83 | 4.4 ★788 reviews | Peppercorn Steak & Frites, Mushroom Ragout Mafaldine | 77 Mill St W, Elora, ON N0B 1S0 | |
| 67 | La Guardia Italian CuisineMain | 81 | 4.5 ★598 reviews | Arancini Balls, Alfredo | 59 Pitt St E, Windsor, ON N9A 2V3 | |
| 68 | The StandardUpscale Canadian | 80 | 4.6 ★474 reviews | Picanha, Duck Lollipops | 10 James St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 2J9 | |
| 69 | Baker Street StationBritish Pub | 79 | 4.6 ★1,856 reviews | Fried Chicken, Fish and Chips | 76 Baker St, Guelph, ON N1H 3V5 | |
| 70 | Cucina 360Italian | 76 | 4.6 ★339 reviews | Arancini, Truffle Pizza / Pizza (general) | 58 Chatham St W unit 100, Windsor, ON N9A 5M6 | |
| 71 | Elizabeth.Upscale Canadian | 76 | 4.8 ★287 reviews | Crispy Devilled Eggs, Brussels Sprout Caesar Salad | 159 Ontario St, Stratford, ON N5A 3H1 | |
| 72 | Lucy's Pizza & CocktailsPizza | 75 | 4.1 ★441 reviews | Truffle Shuffle Pizza, Espresso Martini | 583 Richmond St, London, ON N6A 3G2 | |
| 73 | Na Ha Thai's KitchenAuthentic Thai | 74 | 4.8 ★917 reviews | Pad Thai, Khao Soi | 471 York Rd, Guelph, ON N1E 3J1 | |
| 74 | Blackshop RestaurantUpscale Canadian | 74 | 4.4 ★1,462 reviews | Steak, Lobster Mac and Cheese | 595 Hespeler Rd, Cambridge, ON N1R 6J3 | |
| 75 | Rosales Diner | 74 | 4.6 ★279 reviews | Rosie Plate, Pancake | 303 Dundurn St S, Hamilton, ON L8P 4L4 | |
| 76 | Proof Kitchen + LoungeModern Canadian | 74 | 4.2 ★1,837 reviews | Short Rib, Tacos | 110 Erb St. W, Waterloo, ON N2L 1T5 | |
| 77 | Bluebird | 73 | 4.7 ★240 reviews | The Burger, Sticky Toffee Pudding | 30 Ontario St, Stratford, ON N5A 3G8 | |
| 78 | Guelph BBQCantonese Bbq | 67 | 4.6 ★571 reviews | BBQ Pork (Char Siew), BBQ Duck | 650 Scottsdale Dr Unit 3A, Guelph, ON N1G 4T7 | |
| 79 | CafeBouffonFrench | 67 | 4.2 ★285 reviews | French Toast, Burger (Brunch Burger / Blended Brisket Beef Burger) | 70 Ontario St Upper Level, Stratford, ON N5A 3H2 | |
| 80 | The PruneModern Canadian | 67 | 4.6 ★139 reviews | Roasted Beets, Chicken à la King | 136 Ontario St, Stratford, ON N5A 7Y4 | |
| 81 | Janet Lynn's Bistro | 66 | 4.7 ★500 reviews | Duck Two Ways, Grilled Octopus | 677 Belmont Ave W, Kitchener, ON N2M 1N8 | |
| 82 | Roma Bakery & DeliItalian Deli | 66 | 4.5 ★906 reviews | Roma Pizza (Bread Pizza / Slab Pizza), Porchetta Sandwich | 233 Barton St, Stoney Creek, ON L8E 2K3 | |
| 83 | Valentino's Restaurant - WestdalePizza | 66 | 4.4 ★1,015 reviews | Panzerotti, Lasagna | 824 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 1K3 | |
| 84 | PinToh by Chef KengThai | 64 | 4.5 ★478 reviews | Keng's Nuts, Chef Pad Thai | 21 John St N, Hamilton, ON L8R 1H1 | |
| 85 | Lê Bella Pizza (Bella Pizza)Pizza | 61 | 4.3 ★740 reviews | Monster Pepperoni, Honey Hot Pepperoni | 455 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2Y6 | |
| 86 | Cavallo NeroItalian | 61 | 4.3 ★736 reviews | Bolognese Pasta, Spicy Italian Pizza | 370 Wilson St E, Ancaster, ON L9G 2C2 |
Ranked by the Inside Scoop Score — editorial accolades, recommendation breadth, and verified diner reviews.