Fall is the perfect time to explore a new food scene! As the air turns crisp and the leaves turn red and gold, we’re taking you on a tour of Canadian food scenes that deserve a closer look. First up: Regina, Saskatchewan!
You may be asking yourself this question: “why Regina?” Saskatchewan supplies more than a third of the world's total exported wheat, and it can be easy to write off the entire province of Saskatchewan as one big prairie. But the capital city of Regina is pushing back against this broad definition. The city is home to approximately 220,000 residents who bring together their cultures and countries to create an interesting (and tasty) food scene.
Here are a few spots to check out on your next visit to Regina:
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Lakeview Fine Foods
3404 Hill Ave, Regina, SK
Visit websiteLakeview Fine Foods is an independent grocery outlet in the Lakeview neighbourhood of Regina. In addition to groceries, this small-but-mighty shop also carries prepared foods and sandwiches served on local bread from Lockwood Sourdough.
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Homestead Bar
338C University Park Dr, Regina, SK
Visit websiteHomestead Bar à Vin is a natural wine-focused bar with a menu of small plates that evolve with the seasons. If you’re not sure where to start, their knowledgeable staff can recommend the perfect wine to pair with your meal. Don’t miss the sumac popcorn!
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Circa 27 Lounge
Hotel Saskatchewan, 2125 Victoria Ave, Regina, SK
Visit websiteTucked inside the lobby of the luxurious Hotel Saskatchewan, Circa 27 Lounge serves up prohibition-style cocktails and local fare for lunch & dinner. Don’t miss their iconic “5 O’Clock Ritual,” where the bartender makes a toast to the (thankfully) long-gone days of prohibition.
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Everyday Kitchen
1378 Hamilton St, Regina, SK
Visit websiteEveryday Kitchen is the only donut shop in North America focused exclusively on making sourdough donuts. Their donuts are made with (what else?) Saskatchewan flour and they’re filled with seasonal ingredients like rhubarb, cherries, and other delicious local goodies.
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Rebellion Brewing Co.
1901 Dewdney Ave, Regina, SK
Visit websiteFounded in 2014, Rebellion Brewing's mission is to brew great beer that makes the community better. Top by the taproom to soak up the laid-back punk-rock and DIY vibes and enjoy a Mexican street food menu prepared by El Tropezón.
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Avenue Restaurant
2201 11th Ave #100, Regina, SK
Visit websiteAvenue Restaurant is one of three Saskatchewan restaurants in the Grassroots Restaurant Group, co-founded by Top Chef Canada winner Chef Dale Mackay and seasoned restaurateur and nationally acclaimed mixologist Christopher Cho. Avenue Restaurant features a vast cocktail list and a modern comfort food menu with French and global influences: think beef Wellington with red wine jus or fried cornish hen with pickled chillies.
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Siam Authentic Thai Restaurant
1946 Hamilton St, Regina, SK
Visit websiteSiam offers Thai cuisine that is so authentic that they have been granted the Thai SELECT designation, which is awarded by the Thai government’s Ministry of Commerce to Thai restaurants that serve food prepared with proper ingredients and spices in the traditional Thai style of cooking. Stop by for lunch or dinner for a delicious meal in a relaxing and welcoming environment.
Ready to see Saskatchewan in a whole new light? Visit the Canada Culinary Destination Guide to learn more!
Header Photo: Circa 27 Lounge via Marriott.com