Dining solo, eating out with family, or treating your friend or partner to a special meal? These restaurants check the box.

Appealing Appies By Teri Jones  To find some of Kingston’s most popular appetizers we talked with a trio of top local chefs to get a taste of what makes up these delicious starters. Union Kitchen+Cocktails Eric Brennan, Executive Chef    Start your meal at Union Kitchen+Cocktails right with their rotating selection of the freshest Canadian east coast oysters (prices vary with market price). Served in the half shell and topped with Union’s signature sauces and garnishes, these oysters aren’t to be missed. Try the chef-rec...

Quench Your Thirst By Ashley Newton Best Drinks to Try on Local Patios Atomica Kitchen/Cocktails Atomica Caesar  71 Brock St. Nothing beats a classic Caesar on a hot summer’s day. The Atomic Caesar boasts many delicious ingredients, including house-infused chili-lime vodka, clamato, spicy genoa salami, olive, pepperoncini and bocconcini. Atomica’s patio also provides a great view of Springer Market Square, planting you right in the bustle of the downtown core. Follow them on ...

Top Local Foodie Favourites in Downtown Kingston By Rosalyn Gambhir Kingston's culinary scene is like no other and the city is filled with delicious local eats. So I’ve curated some of my favourite dishes that are sure to satisfy your cravings. DIANNE'S FISH SHACK & SMOKEHOUSE Nova Scotia lobster roll   If you're a seafood lover, Dianne's Fish Shack and Smokehouse is your ultimate destination! Their Nova Scotia lobster roll is more than just delicious, it's downright irresistible. Imagine sinking your teet...

A Weekend Staycation for Your Tastebuds By Rosalyn Gambhir With scenic waterfront views, dynamic history, and an immersive culinary scene, Kingston never stops surprising us. Known for having the greatest number of restaurants per capita of any city in Canada, and with the proximity to local farms and fa...