3 Best Restaurants in Western Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador

Java Jack's Restaurant and Gallery

$$$ Fodor's choice

The pleasures of this lively restaurant begin with a stroll past the meticulously kept organic garden. The dinner menu has many seafood options as well as meat dishes and vegan and vegetarian selections. The wines are well chosen and reasonably priced. The restaurant also doubles as a gallery; works by Atlantic Canadian artists (all for sale) decorate the walls. Stop in for a take-away bag at lunch or dine here and enjoy the splendid harbor views.

88 Main St. N, Rocky Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0K 4N0, Canada
709-458–2710-in-season number
Known For
  • lobster Benedict for breakfast
  • splendid harbor views
  • local artwork on walls
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed mid-Sept.–mid-May, Reservations encouraged

Brewed Awakening

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This place has everything a favorite coffee shop should have: great coffee roasted in-house, food prepared from scratch, and a hip but welcoming atmosphere. This one is located on Bernard Street and has convenient parking.

93 Mt. Bernard Ave., Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, A2H 5G3, Canada
709-634–1919
Known For
  • excellent cappuccinos
  • homemade baked treats and granola bars
  • great sandwiches for lunch
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: No dinner

Seaside Restaurant

$$$

The chefs at this two-story restaurant overlooking the ocean prepare fresh seafood in traditional, innovative, Newfoundland style. A perfect meal might start with northern scallops served on greens brightened with deep burgundy partridgeberries, followed by grilled shark. Cod tongues—a secret recipe—are popular and offered throughout the season, and the ocean catfish is also highly recommended. The boardwalk is delightful for a stroll before or after you eat, and you can watch the sunset from the upper deck.

263 Main St., Trout River, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0K 5P0, Canada
709-451–3461
Known For
  • secret recipe for cod tongues
  • sunsets on the upper deck
  • perfectly prepared mussels
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–late May, Reservations welcome

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