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Sweet North Bakery
Satisfy your cravings with a treat from a local bakery. Many have been around for decades and many more have opened up in recent years and each has their specialty; whether you’re seeking cookies, cakes, pastries, breads, doughnuts, cinnamon rolls or the Thunder Bay classic persian, our local bakeries have got you covered.
COFFEE SHOPS AND ROASTERIES For many, coffee is a requirement for life and those folks will be happy in Thunder Bay. Local coffeehouses can be found across the city. Local roasters have popped up in recent years and are providing fresh, locally roasted beans to local shops. Grab a bag to take home with you.
BARS, CLUBS AND PUBS CRAFT BEER Throughout the city you will find a variety of bars, clubs and pubs. Many are gastropubs featuring a menu of tasty dishes ranging from traditional pub fare to upscale cuisine; much made with local ingredients. Get together with friends at a sports bar to catch the game over a plate of wings or relax and unwind at a wine bar sharing a charcuterie board.
We may be biased but in Thunder Bay we believe that Lake Superior water makes the best beer and there are a number of craft breweries in the city for you to try. Most local bars and restaurants will feature one or more local beers. There are also taprooms at local breweries where you can sample beers right at the brewery and see how it is made. Sleeping Giant Brewing Company beers are available for sale at their retail store and at LCBO locations in Ontario. Quite possibly the best way to sample the quality and variety of craft beer from Ontario is at BrewHa! – the annual craft beer festival held on Thunder Bay’s beautiful waterfront.
DELIS Locals know that when you need lunch on the run a sandwich from a local deli is just what you need. Choose a classic from the menu or go custom – choose your bread, meat, cheese and toppings and make it as big or as small as you want and pay by weight.
FAMILIAR CHAINS Thunder Bay is home to many of your favourite franchises. Pizza, coffee, fast food and restaurant chains can be found on the north and south sides of the city as well as in the Intercity area.
FAMOUS FOODS Some of the most well-known things about Thunder Bay are the persian and the Finnish pancake and both can be found at many locations in Thunder Bay. The Persian is a local favourite and has a long history in the city – a cinnamon-rolllike treat topped with a sweet berry icing. Finnish pancakes are thin, buttery delights that have crispy edges that hang over the sides of the plate. Both are must-tries.
BrewHa!
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