GabbyThe Newfoundland restaurant scene is like its craggy coastline — sporadically populated but full of surprises. St. John’s may have the most eateries — and let’s not kid anyone, it has a fantastic dining scene — but there are plenty of restaurants across Newfoundland worth taking a road trip outside the capital. Where once there was only fish and chips are now wood oven pizzas, fresh lobsters served right on the wharf and inventive high-end cuisine that can be found from coast to coast to coast and back again.
Here are some of the BEST Newfoundland restaurants.
The Boreal Diner
Bonavista
The Boreal Diner sits on the historic main street of Bonavista in the Templeman House, a restored 19th century home. Patrons pound coffees made with the owner’s own Bonavista Coffee Company direct-trade roast, and brunch, lunch and dinner showcase dishes like lamb cavatelli pasta, lobster bisque and Sichuan peppercorn stir-fried noodles made with locally-sourced produce and meats. On the second floor, diners can peruse the offerings at Broken Books, an independent bookshop, while they wait for their food.
Pamela • Editor
The Black Spruce Restaurant in Neddie’s Harbour Inn is smack dab in the middle of Gros Morne National Park, not an hour away from it!
Technically, Bonne Bay is surrounded by Gros Morne National Park, but many refer to it as being in the park. We’ve edited the post to clarify that the restaurant is an hour from the park entrance. Have a wonderful day!