Restaurants in Thunder Bay

“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.”

“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.”

“I Love Jamican cuisine an Island Spice continues to deliver the best quality and best tasting Jamican food in Thunder bay I would highly recommend them👌🏻👌🏻”

“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!”

“Absolutely the best in Thunder Bay”

“Had a really bad experience before like really bad but my mother loves this place so I took her out. Have to say this time was 5stars phenomenal food times were great place was really clean. The atmosphere was great. Our server i forget her name but she was fantastic and the supervisor or manager on duty I think his name was Jason phenomenal customer service always checking in to make sure we were good they both did an amazing job at making us feel welcomed. I originally left a bad review many months ago but I have since removed it and instead placed this one I will be back with my mother 10/10 we'll done Montannas not many people win me over”

“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”

“Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Delicious food.”

“First time here while in town for a wedding. Wandered in with no big expectations but food was absolutely amazing. Pork belly and fried chicken was cooked to perfection. May have to come back before we leave town it was so good!”

“Great shawarma place. Staffs were friendly too. My personal favourite is chicken on the stix. 5/5. My suggestion is to bring more Arabian foods to Canada. Thank you.”

“9/10 for colours.10/10 for eating.🍽️ 10/10 menu.👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻❤️ Posted by my 7 year old son about his first Mr. Sub experience. Staff was friendly and helped him decide what to order.”

“Mmmm best wood fired pizza. Delicious bread. Sourced locally. Great service”

“9/10 for colours.10/10 for eating.🍽️ 10/10 menu.👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻❤️ Posted by my 7 year old son about his first Mr. Sub experience. Staff was friendly and helped him decide what to order.”

“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”

“Wonderful service . Delicious meals.. so flavorful . Loved the atmosphere. Large portion. fair price.”

“Thanks Ben for making the night even better! Service, food and drinks were amazing. Will definitely be back!”

“Amazing dinner the other nite! Our server — well, she nailed it from start to finish. An absolute gem: super friendly and had us laughing, even while it was a little overheated. We gave 4 stars only because we expected to enjoy some nice A/C with our meal, but instead we were all a bit sweaty (along with the staff!). Cool it off a bit — especially for your hardworking team — 27 degrees is pretty warm!””

“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.”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We hosted our intimate wedding reception at Laviché Café on September 28th, and it was absolutely perfect. After working a full morning service, Marcy and her amazing team transformed the space beautifully for our afternoon. The food was outstanding. The charcuterie board was stunning and delicious; and every little detail showed such care and professionalism. One thing that touched me deeply was how Marcy served the kids’ table first, without us even asking. It was such a thoughtful gesture that meant the world to us. Julia, our bartender/server, was also incredible... kind, funny and always attentive. She made sure everyone was happy. Marcy offered to take photos and shared them right away... something we didn’t realize we’d treasure so much until later. Thanks to her, we have beautiful memories of our dinner when everyone’s phones were away. Everything was flawless from start to finish. Marcy is truly the best host, and her kindness and attention to detail made our special day that much more memorable. 💕 I’ll add pictures of the beautiful space soon!”

“the smash Burger is unbelievable and the new tenderloin is perfect.”

“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!”

“yummmmm. just yummmmmmmmmm”

“It was sooo good”

“We had a great experience with a large group celebrating a birthday. The server, Mikey, was diligent, thoughtful, courteous, kind and helpful! He kept us all taken care of while we laughed, ate and shared stories! Thank you for making the night so memorable!”

“Very nice cozy and amazing patio vibe is what you get here. And of course the pizzas are super good. I loved the dip they serve with focaccia for me that was really a highlight. Our server was very sweet and friendly and she made it sure we really can have a good time with nice suggestions for drinks too”

“Always enjoy the food & service at the Prospector!!”

“Jerk Chicken is so good. Spice is exactly right.”

“Thank you to McKenzie, Donna and the staff at Mike's. We had a medical emergency with one of our friends, the staff calmly called an ambulance for us, kept checking on the situation. Very professional, kind, and attentive. Thank you very much for making a super stressful situation a little more manageable.”

“Love the staff, very friendly place to bring the kids too.”

“All the locations of A&W restaurants in Thunder Bay are excellent. 👍👍 Two Thumbs Up!!”

“At the regional hospital, many of the people grabbing a coffee or something quick to eat are dealing with emotions that are new to them. That segment of the public should experience a little more care and understanding. They most certainly do not need to speak repeatedly their order, nor endure getting that order wrong.

Many coffee shops struggle with this sloppy customer service and I am exceptionally happy to report that the team at this Robin's are EXEMPLARY!!!! After 24 weeks of my treatment and testing, ordering a quick breakfast and coffee is a type of relief. I must repeat that this is a team of fantastic people, but the team captain must be Charlene. After all these weeks, I have come to experience her expertise. Yes! Expertise!! Business like, of course, but always in a great mood.

If she is not a trainer of new employees, she should be. It says something to feel special, and have your order done quickly and accurately. Some people are just great at their jobs, and I can not say enough about their team captain.

BUT, I am not saying I am displeased with anyone there, but Charlene leads that pack of stellar service. Perhaps she is inspires others to perfect their customer service prowess, for they are all good.

So, when coming to the regional hospital, forget the drive through elsewhere. Come directly and sample good coffee with great service.”

“Just love this Tim Hortons because of their friendly guest service . Quality of food and freshness of my beverage is worth paying for it . 10/10 to the hardworking employees and management 🙌🏻❤️”

“let a person. go ahead of me in drive thru. and they bought my. el coffee”

“Good friendly fast service 👍”

“this particular time was just a road coffee (honestly use this location 2 times a year on our annual road trip) and have never have a bad meal or service. by way of cleanliness this location is the top 3 locations across canada that i have visited.

October 2025 definitely needs to shout out to cashier Libby and white shirt Kathleen for the best customer service!”

“They were quick for this time of year, impressive. 5/5”

“Nice ambiance, clean, spacious. Kids love this place because there is an indoor kids play structure. Enough parking spaces available. Location is just close to shoping centre's in Thunderbay.”

“The power was out in our hotel so we all piled in the car to have a mcdonalds breakfast. Katie was so kind to us in a time when customer service isn't always valued. She took orders quickly, served people at their tables and helped pass out food to us all with a smile. The restaurant was clean and the people behind the counter, the people cleaning and serving were so kind. Thanks for a great mcdonalds experience.”

“Food was clearly made to order. Came out hot and freshly made. Fries were excellent with the right amount of salt. The burgers were very tasty. Staff was friendly and helpful.”

“Wonderful baking, excellent coffee, all in support of a community meal program and a women's shelter. Amazing.”

“Always love coming to Prime for a sweet treat! The gelato options are constantly changing which is nice. The staff are always so friendly and give excellent recommendations.

They open the garage door windows and the cross breeze is so lovely. The high top seats facing the waterfront are the best seats in the house. What a hidden gem we have!”

“Super good every time we order. Awesome food👍”

“Been a few months since we had their food so tried it again.
I wondered if there are new owners. The quantity and quality has always been good.The size of the fish was disappointing. Of the 4 pieces 3 were quite thin and the 4th was even smaller. Will try again but if that is the size you get I won't be going back.”

“A great spot for lunch. The owners are usually there and very welcoming.
The staff is great and the food homemade and delicious!
The pizza...common!
Try it once and you will keep coming back.”

“Good food, huge portions, reasonably priced, staff is friendly and courteous.”

“I have been to Rebel Salad with my girlfriend several times and you never disappoint. Highly recommend”

“Excellent totally 💯 perfect place to enjoy Thai food”

“Beyond amazing !!! 😭 what I would do to still live in Thunder Bay! And have this luxury.”

“the food is always great and well managed establishment.”

“Love the decaffeinated coffee.”

“I’ve been eating at Taco Time since before the doors open in March of 1982. With out fail the food and service has never disappointed.”

“Great ice cream, had a twist soft serve cone. The medium size was substantial and I felt a very good price for what I recieved. Would certainly go here again.”

“Carols cakes is always been the best to deal with . They are fast and have the friendliest staff.. their baking and creating comes from the heart in which why I buy local !! If you haven’t tried carols cakes you have too !! A MuST ——”

“Just the best locally family owned store around Thunder Bay. The best sausages, burgers, sandwiches, soups and so much more. I love this place! And they sell White Cedar Remedy topical pain relief cream.”

“Great service and staff, food and cocktails were very tasty and served fast. Good portions too. The only complaint I would have is that it gets a little loud inside but other than that perfect experience.
Will come back for sure.”

“Delicious pastries and cappuccino ❤️ this will be my new go to spot.”

“excellent service great quality coffee and a warm environment”

“Amazing staff and products!! The Caesar mix is my favorite so far! I can't wait to try more!”

“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!”

“A Thunder Bay classic. Quality .
Persians here are a lighter and more delicate than other Persian outlets . But are they the best ?
The great Persian debate continues!”

“Excellent service- above and beyond! Friendly staff/ barista. Friendly!”

“For awhile I stopped going due to staff changes and atmosphere. Food had also changed. Decided to go back and was impressed. Food was much better, they were answering their phones, service was good and staff seemed to go back to the way it was before. As long as things continue I will continue to keep going.”

“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.”

“Great place to connect with friends for coffee or a specialty cocktail. Local wares and foods too!”

“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.😋😋😋”

“Highly recommend! Food and service is fantastic. Relaxed and comfortable atmosphere - my kids enjoyed their hot chocolate and cookies. Well done! 👍”

“Excellent service and delicious, hot, tasty food for a decent price!!!”

“old school Greek diner on Syndicate South in Thunder Bay. Best Souvlakki and Greek Salad . Prices are fantastic & food is how I remember . Definitely 5 stars all the way. 🖤🤘💫”

“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”

“The foods amazing my favourite is the chicken fried rice must try”

“Always fast, friendly and absolutely delish”

“Been going there since I was a kid. My brother and I would get 10 burgers and eat it all. Everything a growing boy needs.”

“I love their sparklers so much I brought it to Toronto with me!

Parking: There are so many barriers when it comes to parking at the location where Windy Shores Cafe is located because 1) I need a phone to pay for parking 2) I need to pay to access a public park by vehicle 3) I need to pay for a phone plan to have data to pay for my parking metre. It’s not the business’s fault, however it is clear they’re losing a significant amount of customers and revenue because of parking.”

“Thunder Bay now has an amazing variety of fresh, tasty beers! Sleeping Giant Brewing Co. Gives back to the community and elevates the Lakehead experience!”

“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.”

“The food is the freshest tasting food! The staff are so friendly and courteous!”

“Amazing food! Offered gluten free bread so I had my first clubhouse sandwich in years (with real turkey too)! Gravy was gluten free and the fries were homemade. Definitely a must try if you’re in the area.”

“Don't go to Starbucks come here and see for yourself! Out of towner looking for gems like this place!!”

“YES YES YES HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AWESOME STAFF OWNERS COOKS BAR TENDERS MUSIC FOOD IS 10/10 VERY RECOMMENDED”

“We came from Montreal and stopped at this lovely little coffee shop. We tried the breakfast sandwiches, and they were honestly the best in town. The coffee was excellent, and we especially appreciated the wide variety of milk alternatives since my husband is lactose intolerant. We loved it so much that we went back a second time during our vacation to try their muffins—and they were amazing too! The staff were so friendly and welcoming from the very first hello. This place is a must-visit—you won’t be disappointed. Absolutely love it here! We even bought a hat to remember our great experience :)”

“Was in the mood for my once a year poutine dish. Wow is all. It’s so big I can’t even finish it in one sitting.. this doesn’t happen often.. highly recommend..”

“The team were kind and courteous, it was our first time dining in, but have ordered from Firehouse quite a few times! They served the lineup quickly and effectively! Everything is always fresh and delicious! The restaurant is clean and inviting, and the team member also came by our table to ensure we were happy with our food! 12/10!! We will absolutely return!”

“I recently ordered crispy chicken bowl from this location and the food was amazing & freshly cooked . I highly recommend this place if someone is looking for fresh Mexican food in Thunder-bay.
The new owners are very nice & friendly. Must visit this place and support small businesses.”

“I had the buns and they are so fresh so delicious and I can’t wait to get more! Thank you so much. And the fact you are using local ingredients makes it so much more awesome!”

“The food was delicious, had a classic chicken burrito, fries deluxe , & churro . The staff were all very pleasant the food was ready so quickly. Must say the staff are very efficient. The renovations look great!!!”

“Good for you for standing up for what you believe and welcoming EVERYONE regardless of their Vaxx status. This just has to END!”

“Excellent service- above and beyond! Friendly staff/ barista. Friendly!”

“Carols cakes is always been the best to deal with . They are fast and have the friendliest staff.. their baking and creating comes from the heart in which why I buy local !! If you haven’t tried carols cakes you have too !! A MuST ——”

“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.”

“Great food and service. Will definetly return!”

“We had the caesar salad and then the Grottuccine. The salad was very good, but the Grottuccine was spectacular. Amazing, you have to try it out , a great take on Alfredo.”

“The foods amazing my favourite is the chicken fried rice must try”

“had their garbage burgers and tats where they went”

“Very interesting and unique food. I welcome new flavours in Thunder Bay. Try the dosa!”

“Had the peanutbutter jelly burger. What surprise. So unexpectedly tasty. Reasonably priced compared to other places and best priced beers. Great afternoon stop.”

“It was sooo good”

“Large portions! Food was VERY GOOD!! We stopped here by chance our first day in Thunder Bay and we were definitely not disappointed!”

“Great shawarma place. Staffs were friendly too. My personal favourite is chicken on the stix. 5/5. My suggestion is to bring more Arabian foods to Canada. Thank you.”

“I love wacky’s, the customer service is great and the staff are amazing and welcoming. I have never had a bad expierience with wacky’s in Thunderbay. I recommend 🙂”

“There is this younger kid that works here, while everyone else has no personality, hes the friendliest guy ever. Doesn't seem to let anything get him down. He works every saturday morning and always makes you smile when you go in”

“Pizza at this location is honestly one of the best! The store is always clean, the staff are friendly, and the service is quick. Every time I go, the pizza is fresh, hot, and made just the way I like it. The place has a nice atmosphere, and it’s perfect for a quick bite or take-out. Definitely worth a visit!

And I have to give a special shoutout to Sunny, he makes the BEST pizza ever! 🍕🔥
You can literally taste the care and effort in every slice. He knows exactly how to get the perfect crispy crust, the right amount of toppings, and everything is always cooked perfectly. If you go there, you have to try his pizzas, trust me, you’ll love it!❤️”

“Excellent service and delicious, hot, tasty food for a decent price!!!”

“Bri was our server and she was absolutely amazing! Food was great, never disappointed!”

“yummmmm. just yummmmmmmmmm”

“It was the first time experiencing this restaurant. I ordered 5 chicken tenders and was pleasantly surprised with the size of the chicken tenders. Overall it was a great experience with great tasting food. I plan on returning in the near future. Thank you”

“We had a great experience with a large group celebrating a birthday. The server, Mikey, was diligent, thoughtful, courteous, kind and helpful! He kept us all taken care of while we laughed, ate and shared stories! Thank you for making the night so memorable!”

“Very nice cozy and amazing patio vibe is what you get here. And of course the pizzas are super good. I loved the dip they serve with focaccia for me that was really a highlight. Our server was very sweet and friendly and she made it sure we really can have a good time with nice suggestions for drinks too”

“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”

“Always enjoy the food & service at the Prospector!!”

“I had the chicken biriani, and my wife had the butter chicken. Both were absolutely delicious. Bring your appetite because the portions are generous. To our waiter, thank you very much for the friendly service, and to the chef… ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️”

“More people need to know about Sunny’s Kitchen. Reliable, punctual, and friendly. 11/10 Korean food. No need to keep searching for a spot, this is what you want!💕💕”

“Obsessed!! The salmon was insanely fresh — literally melt-in-your-mouth good 🤤 The vibes were immaculate: calm, cozy, and aesthetic in all the best ways. Staff were so sweet and made the whole experience even better. 10/10 will definitely be back!”

“Foods excellent and service top notch”

“The best! Since I moved back to thunder bay over 10 years ago I'm quite sure this is the best pizza I've had in town.
Also a gem of a guy to talk to if you have to wait for pick-up”