5 Fabulous Niagara Culinary and Theatre Pairings

Take Niagara’s amazing venues for plays, concerts, and other live arts productions and blend in the region’s incredible culinary scene, and you’ve got a recipe for one deliciously entertaining date night. Borrow any of these theatre and restaurant pairings to sneak in a pre- or post-show dinner to co-star with your evening’s entertainment.

OLG Stage in Niagara Falls, one of Ontario’s most buzzed-about performance spaces, attracts big-name musical acts as well as comedians of the highest calibre, like Jerry Seinfeld, Kevin Hart, and Chelsea Handler. STK Steakhouse, which is just a six-minute walk away, pairs signature steaks, craft cocktails, and a vibrant lounge atmosphere with sky-high views of the Falls from the ninth floor of the Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview. 

Every seat in Niagara Falls’ Avalon Theatre puts guests no more than 100 feet away from a diverse range of excellent acts who perform here, which in the past has included Michael Bolton, Tony Bennett, Melissa Etheridge, Harry Connick, Jr., Smokey Robinson, and more. Head to nearby La Favella for one of the hottest rooftop patio scenes all year round, happy hour specials, and creative cocktails and dishes. 

With so many different Shaw Festival Theatre productions and stellar Niagara-on–the-Lake restaurants to choose from, you may want to consider adding a day or two to your stay to fit a few extra into your itinerary! High Tea at the Prince of Wales Drawing Room is a fun option before a matinee. Zees Wine Bar & Grill is another great choice, located right across the street from your show. 

Discover why St. Catharines has become one of the country’s most buzzed-about dining destinations before heading to a show at FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre. The Mule is located right across the street and serves up cocktails and chef-inspired, gluten-free tacos for meat-eaters, vegetarians, and vegans!

On Niagara’s South Coast, Port Colborne’s historic Roselawn Theatre serves as the Niagara venue for the Lighthouse Festival Theatre. Enjoy special savings at Lighthouse Festival dining partners, like The Smokin’ Buddha and Canalside Restaurant.

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