Opened in 2020, Whitecaps River Shack (Grand Bend) is nestled beside the harbour on River Road, offering sunset views with locally-sourced freshwater fish and other favourites like ice cream treats.  Scoring one of the outdoor deck-dining tables at The Growling Gator (Grand Bend) promises a perfect sunset and people-watching spot to accompany your meal. The Gator’s group- and family-pleasing food and beverage menu will ensure everyone finds something they like. We recommend the dinner-size salads, tasty pasta and huge Pina Coladas.

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Across the street, Willie’s Beach Bar and The Tipsy Pelican are not to be outdone.  Willie’s, a beach bar and restaurant boasts a patio space doubled in size when full-glass, roll-up garage doors are opened to lake breezes. Along with updated twists on traditional favourites, like Cheese Louise Grilled Cheese platter and Havana Hottie Pulled Pork, with bacon, pickles and cheese on sourdough bread, enjoy creative sand pail drinks. Likewise, The Tipsy Pelican offers creative and modern food and drink offerings in a delightful curated vintage setting. Begin with Mushrooms on Toast or Crab Cakes, followed by a Beet Salad, Butternut Squash Ravioli and a Cheesecake Doughnut accompanied by a Love Buzz!

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The deck space of The Hub On The Docks stretches the length of the restaurant and provides a balance of marina views and tree-shaded tables at which to enjoy their famous “funked-up” fries – try poutine or Rippin’ Ranch. Summertime favourites and fresh Lake Huron White Fish and Yellow Perch pair easily with local brewery offerings.

 

One of our favourite views is from Dave’s Pub & Grill (Oakwood Resort, Grand Bend), which offers a serene golf course view adorned with a water feature. Seated inside or on the deck, for breakfast, lunch or dinner, the ambience is sure to contribute to menu favourites like flat bread pizzas, slow and low braised pot roast on house-made Yorkshire pudding with pan drippings or any of the burger, pasta and appetizer staples.

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Golf course and water feature views are also enjoyed at the White Squirrel Golf Club’s huge patio and restaurant.  Their seasonal menu will not disappoint, while pub classics and old favourites are always available. Start with the charcuterie board to share before moving on to braised beef short ribs or a health conscious protein bowl. Widder Station Golf, Grill & Tap House, as the name suggests, has multiple food and beverage offerings to enjoy from a raised, extended and renovated open air Tap House and patio. Along with Widder’s own Train Wreck brew, sample 17 other local beers and ciders and feast on their famous locally-raised 100% beef burger.

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Originally built in 1907, the Beach Street Station (Goderich) is a converted CPR train station relocated to Lake Huron’s shoreline. Sip a “Man About Town” signature cocktail and snack on pomme frites dusted with truffle salt, parmesan cheese and fresh herbs, all while gazing out to the lake from the deck.