From fine dining to all-you-can-eat to busy pubs or ethnic dishes, there's a restaurant for everyone in DTK. Enjoy the best patios in the summer, or cozy up inside during the cooler months. Use our map to find a restaurant closest to you.
To see which spots accept Downtown Dollars and for the complete list of everything downtown, check out the Guide to Downtown Kitchener.
Polished Italian eatery specializing in housemade pasta & elevated mains in cozy surroundings.
Shisha restaurant with Middle Eastern dishes.
Casual restaurant and bar with the largest patio in the tri-city area, outdoor beach volleyball court, daily food/drink specials, live music and special events.
Modern cocktails, adventurous pizzas and local beer. Now open in the Tannery building!
Casual sport bar and grill.
Laid-back nook for artisanal Japanese ramen, plus take-out, outdoor seating & vegan options.
East Mediterranean eats.
Cozy, intimate hub for comfort-food breakfast (all day) & lunch with espresso drinks & smoothies.
Delicious, authentic East African food specializing in vegan dishes.
Great Middle Eastern cooking at this new spot in DTK.
A variety of contemporary, vegetarian-friendly Caribbean meals served in a snug, relaxed setting.
A natural wine bar and shop with tasty snacks, plus beers and ciders.
A tiki bar with beachy cocktails and food made for that vacation vibe.
Modern takes on Southern grub & creative cocktails served in a hip, laid-back place with live bands.
Upstairs spot for Salvadoran fare, including vegetarian options, with a full bar & occasional DJs.
Casual outpost for Caribbean-Chinese eats, including jerk chicken noodles, ginger beef & goat curry.
Coming soon to King St W
Izakaya-style joint with a stylish, rustic vibe offering Japanese rice bowls, noodles, sake & beer.
Casual restaurant offering Eastern European eats such as schnitzel & ražnjići, plus Italian options.
Busy, urban locale with an all-you-can-eat sushi menu, Japanese mains & an extensive sake selection.
Tiny, unassuming joint with a menu of Korean & other Asian favorites, from galbi to teriyaki.
All the wonder and beauty of Italian food and culture with fresh made pasta, sauce and pizza.
Coming soon to become your new seated lunch spot emulating the feeling of that moment of relaxation between conversations by the fire after a day at the cottage.
Narrow, easygoing eatery offering Caribbean seafood, steaks, curries, roti & cocktails.
Serving Irish & pub classics with full bar plus TV sports & music.
A new authentic Italian restaurant with high-end service.
Family-run nook since 1997 with a warm ambiance preparing homemade Thai meals to eat in or take out.
Serving tasty and authentic Vietnamese food from this family-run business.
Vietnamese spot with pho and noodle dishes.
Great Vietnamese soups and vermicelli dishes.
Casual restaurant offering Salvadoran pupusas & other Central American comfort food.
Defined by the humble, hearty, and wholesome approach with their live-fire menu. Offering classic, yet inventive fare that pays homage to the brasseries and taverns of yesteryear.
Family-owned restaurant serving exotic and deliciously prepared Indian cuisine.
Locally sourced foods are featured in the creative dishes at this sleek bistro with modern decor.
Visit UFG's pop-up lounge for their rotating menus. Cocktail bar and event space.
An upscale lounge experience with tasting wines from local wineries to around the world.
Modest, informal restaurant offering classic Japanese cuisine such as sushi rolls & sashimi.
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