Have you checked out Kingstonlicious yet? This prix fixe culinary experience runs until March 31, and diners can enjoy $25, $40, $60, and $75 prix fixe menus at over 35 fine dining and comfort food restaurants, breweries, cafes, and a farmers’ market across the city.
The Kingstonlicious lineup has something for everyone, but if you need a few recommendations, keep reading! We have all the info you need to plan the perfect Kingstonlicious outing.
Throughout this post, we’ll flag restaurants that have achieved Feast On® certification. Feast On® is North America’s largest local food certification, and it verifies that a business sources their goods and ingredients from Ontario farmers and makers that have ethical and sustainable business practices. To achieve certification, restaurants work with the Culinary Tourism Alliance team to audit their receipts every year and ensure that a minimum of 25% of their food and drink expenditure goes towards locally-sourced ingredients.
Let’s get started!
Otter Creek Kitchen
Where: 2792 Princess St, Kingston, ON K7P 1W9 (View map)
Otter Creek Kitchen serves the ultimate farm-to-table burger: each bite showcases well-marbled Wagyu Beef raised at Otter Creek Farms, just 5 kilometers from the restaurant. It doesn’t get more local than that! The $25 Kingstonlicious menu includes a 1000 Islands chicken sandwich with Wild Acres Farms fried chicken thigh and Wilton cheddar on a house-made Mac’s Bakeshop bun, a large order of golden, crispy fries, and your choice of cold drinks.
Speaking of Mac’s – their convenient location inside Otter Creek Kitchen makes it easy to grab some bean-to-bar chocolate or a few stuffed donuts for dessert. Viennoiserie fans should opt for a pain au chocolat, made in-house with Mac’s own chocolate. Otter Creek Kitchen is Feast On® certified!
AquaTerra
Where: 1 Johnson St, Kingston, ON K7L 5H7 (View map)
You’ll find Aquaterra tucked inside the Delta Hotels Kingston Waterfront, but it’s not your typical lobby bar – this fine dining restaurant highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients and you’ll spot local makers and producers in every section of the menu. The picturesque waterfront views make AquaTerra the perfect destination for a special meal with friends or loved ones.
The $60 Kingstonlicious menu is as varied as it is delicious – you’ll find dishes that feature ingredients from Kingston Olive Oil Company, Reid’s Dairy, The Fungi Connection, and some of Ontario’s best cheesemakers. Pair your meal with a bottle of VQA wine or an inventive cocktail or mocktail. AquaTerra is Feast On® certified!
Cha Cha Tea
Where: 506 Days Rd, Kingston, ON K7M 5R4 (View map)
Tea Sommelier Kaoru opened up shop in 2006 to fulfill her own need for a local source of high-quality teas. Two decades later, Cha Cha Tea is a vibrant hub for tea lovers in Kingston, who flock to the shop for specialty teas, beautiful pottery, and local honey, chocolate, and other goodies.
Shopping for tea is easy with Kaoru’s guidance and expertise, but if you’re looking for a curated experience, the $25 Kingstonlicious fresh spring tea bundle is just the ticket. Each bundle includes Darjeeling Strawberry, Cloud Forest Rainbow White, and Jasmine Dragon Tears tea, along with a measuring spoon, tea filters, and a brewing guide to help you make the perfect cup at home.
CocoaBistro
Where: 840 Development Dr, Kingston, ON K7M 5V7 (View map)
Audrey Brown wasn’t always an artisan chocolatier – she began her career as a Speech and Language Pathologist before a health issue prompted her to pursue her passion for chocolate. Today, Audrey uses the language of flavour to express herself through her range of artisanal chocolate bars, candies, and beautiful truffles. A visit to CocoaBistro is a chance to discover new flavours and treat yourself to decadent and affordable luxury.
On Sundays in March, head to the Memorial Centre Farmers’ Market to try the CocoaBistro Kingstonlicious deal: a two-piece box of Audrey’s hand-crafted truffles. Choose from a variety of flavours, including Fig-Tastic, Earl Grey Martini, or the Oh My Heart!, an anatomically-correct heart filled with hibiscus tea from Cha Cha Tea and raspberry vinegar from nearby Devil’s Orchard.
Daft Brewing
Where: 768 Princess St, Kingston, ON K7L 4E4 (View map)
Daft Brewing is a colourful brewery in Kingston with West Coast influences and relaxed vibes for anyone who loves beer and fun times. They brew a wide variety of different styles of beer that give the menu a wide range of unique and interesting flavours. Daft’s flagship beer is Cool Cool Cool, a crispy dry-hopped pilsner with Sabro and Nelson Sauvin Hops.
The $40 Kingstonlicious menu includes two pizzas and a pint of beer or cider. Daft’s hand-stretched pizzas have a perfectly blistered crust and crisp underside, and they’re perfectly sized for sharing!
Academy Food + Drink
Where: 285 King St E, Kingston, ON K7L 3B1 (View map)
Academy Food + Drink is a beautiful open-concept restaurant in the lobby of the newly-renovated Kingston Marriott. The menu celebrates the region’s flavours and features diverse dishes inspired by Chef Ahmed Boukraa’s Moroccan background.
Kingstonlicious diners can enjoy the $60 three-course menu with a choice of lava rock-grilled Black Angus beef ribeye or chargrilled cod on parmesan potato gnocchi. For a more relaxed dining experience, request a table on the low couches – perfect for a meandering catch-up over cocktails with a few friends.
Dianne’s
Where: 195 Ontario St, Kingston, ON K7L 2Y7 (View map)
Dianne’s combines classic East Coast dishes and vibrant Mexican flavours to create a totally unique and totally delicious menu – think hearty clam chowder with toasted ciabatta and delicious street tacos featuring fresh fish and seafood. This family-friendly spot is a great place to stop for lunch or happy hour near Kingston’s Confederation Park.
The Kingstonlicious menu reads like a who’s who of local producers: chorizo from Seed to Sausage, produce from Patchwork Gardens, and gelato from Mio Gelato. Kingstonlicious reservations are available from Thursday to Sunday (5pm to close). Dianne’s is Feast On® certified!
The Everly
Where: 171 Wellington St Unit #103, Kingston, ON K7L 1R8 (View map)
The Everly is a beautiful mid-century inspired restaurant offering a rotating menu of classic dishes made with ingredients sourced from local purveyors: chicken from Wild Acres Farm, pork from Haanover View Farms, and greens from Patchwork Gardens and Greenreach Farms.
Head to The Everly during Kingstonlicious to enjoy their classic steak frites, which features two fan favourite dishes: Black Angus Striploin and Pommes Pont Neuf (crispy fried potato wedges), followed by flourless chocolate torte served with crème fraîche. For a Kingstonlicious experience at home, stop by The Everly Wine & Provisions to pick up the pasta feast for two. The Everly is Feast On® certified!
Juniper Cafe
Where: 370 King St W, Kingston, ON K7L 4H2 (View map) and 497 Cataraqui Woods Dr #3, Kingston, ON K7P 0V3 (View map)
The Juniper Café’s King Street location is tucked behind the Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning, with a beautiful view of the waterfront and a patio in the summer months. The Terra Verde location on Cataraqui Woods Drive is easily accessible from Highway 401, so no matter where you’re headed, you can stop in for coffee, baked goods, sandwiches, and to-go meal options on the way.
For Kingstonlicious, Juniper Café is offering a delicious high tea experience, which includes your choice of a signature Juniper tea, housemade scones served with clotted cream and jam from The Stone Kitchen, a signature sandwich, and a daily selection of freshly-baked treats. High tea is available at both locations and reservations can be made online here.
Secret Garden Inn
Where: 73 Sydenham St, Kingston, ON K7L 3H3 (View map)
The Secret Garden Inn is a beautiful boutique hotel and restaurant in a converted 1888 Victorian home. Charming stained glass windows, antique fireplaces, and ornate fixtures serve as a perfect backdrop for the Inn’s signature afternoon tea, where guests can enjoy delicate cakes, buttery scones, and petit fours with a cup of their favourite tea.
Kingstonlicious is a fantastic opportunity to sample the Inn’s renowned European Fondue experience. Enjoy a salad course followed by cheese fondue (a classic Swiss blend of Emmentaler and Gruyère cheeses served) and chocolate fondue served with house-made cakes and fruit. Fondue is best enjoyed with others, so bring a few friends along for a lively (and tasty) evening!
Skeleton Park Brewing & Spearhead Brewing Company
Where: 675 Development Dr, Kingston, ON K7M 4W6 (View map)
Spearhead and Skeleton Park fused their operations in 2023, transforming their joint taproom into a one-stop haven for beer lovers (Corbyville’s Signal Brewery completes the trio). You’ll find a wide variety of beers from all three breweries on tap, including Spearhead’s award-winning Hawaiian Style Pale Ale, Signal Brewing’s hazy Wave Pale Ale, and Skeleton Park’s Proper English Ale, which is brewed using a 150 year-old best bitter recipe.
Ready to try a few of these brews? Stop by during Kingstonlicious to enjoy the daily special: two pounds of house-smoked chicken wings and two pints for $40. Cheers and bon appétit!
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