Enjoy the Great Taste of Northumberland County
From bakeries to markets, and take-out to dine-in, we have delicious food in Northumberland County. Download your passport to find great tastes in every corner of Ontario. You'll see we have some great ones in Northumberland.
Each time you check into one of the businesses on your passport, you’re on your way to sweet rewards. Check-ins can be redeemed for Ontario-made swag or donated to charity to fight food insecurity across the Province. Need a new playlist? Scroll to the bottom of the passport page from some great road trip tunes!
Lola's Cafe
74 Main St, Brighton
This farm-to-table café uses local, organic ingredients for breakfast and lunch menus. Savour sandwiches, salads and delicious sweet treats There are vegan and gluten-free options available.
The Whistling Duck
75 Harbour St, Brighton
Dine inside or out with a scenic view of Lake Ontario. Close to Presqu'ile Provincial Park and boat slips, this is a perfect place to finish the day with a well-deserved dinner. Gluten-free options are available.
Burnham Family Farm Market
7760 County Rd 2, Cobourg
This family-run market is located on a century farm. The Burnham family grows a number of fruits and vegetables and showcase other Ontario produce. Their popular in-house bakery offers tea biscuits, fresh breads, pies and butter tarts.
The Market & Smor
39 King St E, Cobourg
Cobourg's zero food-waste market offers local produce and amazing to-go foods. The baked goods are heavenly. The in-house juice bar and the commercial kitchen make use of leftover produce to create delicious juices, frozen meals and sauces.
Screaming Goat Café
1166 5th Line, Newtonville
Chef Eric Dreher provides locally sourced, seasonal offerings. Located at Haute Goat Farm, home of adorable goats and alpacas, the Café overlooks one of the most beautiful views in Northumberland County.
Windswept on the Trent
Birch Point Rd, Hastings
This private location right on the water is not to be missed. Enjoy local food and accommodations in the converted water tower or coach house. Enjoy breakfast on the wraparound deck.
Centre & Main Chocolate Co.
50 Centre St, Warkworth
Inspired by fresh, local ingredients, this master chocolatier creates a unique and artful range of chocolates. Its gallery-style boutique is located at the corner of Centre and Main Streets in the designated arts village of Warkworth.
The Big Apple
262 Orchard Rd, Colborne
An iconic destination, famous for apple pies and breads. They also serve ribs, chicken and wings smoked right on-site. Enjoy outdoor activities like the Apple Observatory, mini-golf and a petting zoo.
Empire Cheese & Butter
Co-op
1120 County Rd 8, Campbellford
A bit of cheddar, marble or fresh curd? This cheese manufacturing plant in Northumberland County still makes cheese in the traditional style. No flavour additives or artificial colours are used. It's all natural, all Northumberland.
Olympus Burger
55 Mill St S, Port Hope
Taste a fresh gourmet burger made in-house with a Greek touch. Creative vegetarian options and a gluten-free menu are available. Voted Best Burger in Canada, and the first restaurant in Canada to be CarbonZero Certified – good for the belly, good for the environment.
Ste. Anne's Bakery
252 Academy Hill Rd, Grafton
This gluten-free bakery specializes in terrific breads, cookies, cakes, handmade chocolates, butter tarts, frozen meals and ice cream. Pick up some honey made on the property and fresh-made granola. Enjoy their own specialty teas along with quiche, fresh salads and a variety of wraps and sandwiches.
Betty's Pies and Tarts
7380 County Rd 2, Cobourg
Do you prefer your butter tarts plain, with raisins, or with pecans? No matter what you choose, you'll understand why Betty's recipe is award-winning. This traditional, home-style bakery also delicious fruit-filled tarts as well as pies made daily, as well as other sweet goodies.
Happenstance Bakery & Coffee Roastery
135 Peter St, Port Hope
Looking for a full espresso menu with coffee roasted on site? How about some fresh-baked breads, buns and seriously decadent treats? Look no further than Happenstance. You'll also find specialty grocery items like meats, cheeses, eggs and produce that have been sourced locally.
The Mill Restaurant & Pub
990 Ontario St, Cobourg
Visit this charming, historic mill to relax and order from its creative restaurant menu. It proudly features seasonal, Ontario-grown ingredients. In the warmer months, sit on their patio overlooking a beautiful golf course. If you're looking for casual dining, comfort food and cocktails in a unique setting, visit the Mill Restaurant & Pub.
Food Inspired
33 Walton St, Port Hope
This retail shop in downtown Port Hope offers cooking classes, gourmet food and kitchen gadgets and gifts. They also create delicious takeaway lunches and dinners that are healthy and comforting, perfect for everything from a night in, or a picnic lunch in the park.
Northumberland Heights Wellness Retreat & Spa
795 Northumberland Heights Rd, Cobourg
Scrumptious meals are specially curated by the chef at Xperience, a multi-cuisine restaurant located inside this unique retreat. If you visit for lunch or dinner, you'll want to come back to enjoy the spa's Ayurveda massage, yoga sessions, hot tubs with breathtaking views, and relaxing spa treatments.
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