Guidebook for Stratford & area
Food Scene
Family Owned & Operated
Local, Fresh Food from the Farm to your Table
Meat, Cheese, Produce & Grocery
Cafe, Bakery & Espresso Bar
HOURS: TUES-SAT 7AM-6PM
Located 8KM or 11 min drive from our guest suite on HWY 8 towards Shakespeare, just east of Stratford.
(519) 271.0606
Wildhog Fresh Market
2785 Line 34Family Owned & Operated
Local, Fresh Food from the Farm to your Table
Meat, Cheese, Produce & Grocery
Cafe, Bakery & Espresso Bar
HOURS: TUES-SAT 7AM-6PM
Located 8KM or 11 min drive from our guest suite on HWY 8 towards Shakespeare, just east of Stratford.
(519) 271.0606
Hands-down the best soft serve ice cream in town! Owner Jenn, started making peanut brittle out of her home, and opened an ice cream shop, in honour of her parents (dad is Larry) who once owned an ice cream shoppe not far from our Airbnb.
Larry's 50 year old recipe for hand spun Milkshakes and JENN's creativity for delicious ice cream treats opened shoppe together in 2010.
Hours vary, so call ahead:
(519) 508.4949
6 yerel halk öneriyor
JENN & Larry's
49 York StHands-down the best soft serve ice cream in town! Owner Jenn, started making peanut brittle out of her home, and opened an ice cream shop, in honour of her parents (dad is Larry) who once owned an ice cream shoppe not far from our Airbnb.
Larry's 50 year old recipe for hand spun Milkshakes and JENN's creativity for delicious ice cream treats opened shoppe together in 2010.
Hours vary, so call ahead:
(519) 508.4949
A true "hit" for tourists and locals alike. Great everything.... location, food, service. (Open 8am-3pm) Hours may vary, so call ahead:
(519) 273.7084
13 yerel halk öneriyor
Sirkel Foods
40 Wellington StA true "hit" for tourists and locals alike. Great everything.... location, food, service. (Open 8am-3pm) Hours may vary, so call ahead:
(519) 273.7084
Rated the #1 pizza in Stratford, and it is within walking distance of our Airbnb. (519) 273.5555
Pino's Pizza
535 Huron StreetRated the #1 pizza in Stratford, and it is within walking distance of our Airbnb. (519) 273.5555
A world renowned, candy shop started in 1969 by Rheo Thompson. This is a 'must stop' sweet shop. The smell alone captivates you as you walk in. If you love chocolate you will love Rheo Thompson Candies. (519) 271.6910
15 yerel halk öneriyor
Rheo Thompson Candies
55 Albert StA world renowned, candy shop started in 1969 by Rheo Thompson. This is a 'must stop' sweet shop. The smell alone captivates you as you walk in. If you love chocolate you will love Rheo Thompson Candies. (519) 271.6910
Open Saturdays
7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m
Located beside the Stratford Rotary Complex
353 McCarthy Rd, Stratford, ON N5A 7S7
(519)271.5130
https://www.stratfordagriculturalsociety.com/farmers-market/
Stratford and District Agricultural Society
357 McCarthy RdOpen Saturdays
7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m
Located beside the Stratford Rotary Complex
353 McCarthy Rd, Stratford, ON N5A 7S7
(519)271.5130
https://www.stratfordagriculturalsociety.com/farmers-market/
Opened in 1996, Balzac's Stratford is the original Balzac's café. Located on Ontario Street with its large picture window, grab a coffee or a sweet dessert.
This Popular Premium coffee shop offers:
Coffee, Tea, Latte, Espresso, Cappuccino, iced coffees,
cafe frappe, iced matcha lattes and much more!
Hours Mon - Fri
6:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sat - Sun
7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
(519) 273.7909
23 yerel halk öneriyor
Balzac's Stratford
149 Ontario StOpened in 1996, Balzac's Stratford is the original Balzac's café. Located on Ontario Street with its large picture window, grab a coffee or a sweet dessert.
This Popular Premium coffee shop offers:
Coffee, Tea, Latte, Espresso, Cappuccino, iced coffees,
cafe frappe, iced matcha lattes and much more!
Hours Mon - Fri
6:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sat - Sun
7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
(519) 273.7909
Our fav Thai place in Stratford.
Open most days:
11am - 3pm and 4pm-8pm
Closed Sundays.
Phone: 519.273.2999
Mone-Thai'
43 Market PlOur fav Thai place in Stratford.
Open most days:
11am - 3pm and 4pm-8pm
Closed Sundays.
Phone: 519.273.2999
Unique site offering farm fare, craft brews, wine, music and events in a refurbished church.
Phone 519.273.3424
14 yerel halk öneriyor
Revival House
70 Brunswick StUnique site offering farm fare, craft brews, wine, music and events in a refurbished church.
Phone 519.273.3424
Approachable and affordable, Mercer Hall's renown izakaya inspired menu offers something delicious for every taste.
Unwind and let our knowledgeable and friendly staff guide you through Stratford's largest craft beer menu.
Monday:11AM-10PM
Tuesday:11AM-10PM
Wednesday:11AM-10PM
Thursday:11AM-11PM
Friday:11AM-11PM
Saturday:11AM-11PM
Sunday:11AM-10PM
Phone 519.271.1888
28 yerel halk öneriyor
Mercer Hotel
104 Ontario StApproachable and affordable, Mercer Hall's renown izakaya inspired menu offers something delicious for every taste.
Unwind and let our knowledgeable and friendly staff guide you through Stratford's largest craft beer menu.
Monday:11AM-10PM
Tuesday:11AM-10PM
Wednesday:11AM-10PM
Thursday:11AM-11PM
Friday:11AM-11PM
Saturday:11AM-11PM
Sunday:11AM-10PM
Phone 519.271.1888
Biggest Wings in Perth County!
For over 150 years, the Queen’s has been a landmark in Stratford.
The Queen’s Inn also boasts traditional dining in Henry’s and the lively Boar’s Head Pub. Every Wednesday is wing night.
Hours of operation:
Tuesday to Sunday: 12-8pm
Monday: Closed
Phone 519-271-1400
14 yerel halk öneriyor
Boar's Head Pub
161 Ontario StBiggest Wings in Perth County!
For over 150 years, the Queen’s has been a landmark in Stratford.
The Queen’s Inn also boasts traditional dining in Henry’s and the lively Boar’s Head Pub. Every Wednesday is wing night.
Hours of operation:
Tuesday to Sunday: 12-8pm
Monday: Closed
Phone 519-271-1400
Sleek destination for gourmet Italian meals, wine & cocktails, plus a casual downstairs dining area.
Hours:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:30a.m.–8p.m.
Wed 11:30a.m.–8p.m.
Thursday 11:30a.m.–8p.m.
Friday 11:30a.m.–9p.m.
Saturday 11:30a.m.–9p.m.
Sunday 11:30a.m.–8p.m.
Phone (519)273.6666
36 yerel halk öneriyor
Pazzo Taverna and Pizzeria
70 Ontario StSleek destination for gourmet Italian meals, wine & cocktails, plus a casual downstairs dining area.
Hours:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:30a.m.–8p.m.
Wed 11:30a.m.–8p.m.
Thursday 11:30a.m.–8p.m.
Friday 11:30a.m.–9p.m.
Saturday 11:30a.m.–9p.m.
Sunday 11:30a.m.–8p.m.
Phone (519)273.6666
The best place in Stratford for sushi. Set in a convenience store, so you’d only know it’s there if you were looking, or a local. Walk in orders only. Be prepared to wait, and once they sell out, they don’t make more. We have never had luck calling an order in ! (online reviews will tell you that too) 519.275.2726
Hours:
Sunday: Closed
Monday
12:30PM-6PM
Tuesday
12:30PM-7PM
Wednesday
12:30PM-7PM
Thursday
12:30PM-7PM
Friday
12:30PM-7PM
Saturday
12:30PM-5PM
Mr. Kim's Sushi & Rolls
136 Ontario StThe best place in Stratford for sushi. Set in a convenience store, so you’d only know it’s there if you were looking, or a local. Walk in orders only. Be prepared to wait, and once they sell out, they don’t make more. We have never had luck calling an order in ! (online reviews will tell you that too) 519.275.2726
Hours:
Sunday: Closed
Monday
12:30PM-6PM
Tuesday
12:30PM-7PM
Wednesday
12:30PM-7PM
Thursday
12:30PM-7PM
Friday
12:30PM-7PM
Saturday
12:30PM-5PM
Arts & Culture
Current displays include exhibits about the Stratford Festival, the history of rail in Perth County, the Perth Regiment exhibit, our Road to Woodstock/Richard Manuel exhibit and our incredibly popular Justin Bieber exhibit, Steps to Stardom
13 yerel halk öneriyor
The Stratford Perth Museum
4275 Huron StCurrent displays include exhibits about the Stratford Festival, the history of rail in Perth County, the Perth Regiment exhibit, our Road to Woodstock/Richard Manuel exhibit and our incredibly popular Justin Bieber exhibit, Steps to Stardom
Built in 1924, the Allman Arena is one of the oldest operating arenas in the world. Named in memory of long time building manager, Bill Allman, this Arena has a unique heritage that dates back to its very beginnings when the "Stratford Flash", Howie Morenz played in the "Old Barn".
William Allman Memorial Arena
15 Morenz DrBuilt in 1924, the Allman Arena is one of the oldest operating arenas in the world. Named in memory of long time building manager, Bill Allman, this Arena has a unique heritage that dates back to its very beginnings when the "Stratford Flash", Howie Morenz played in the "Old Barn".
2022: Art in the Park is open (weather permitting) 10am – 5pm every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday from May (Victoria Day weekend) to the last weekend in September. Enjoy the Park, the Art, and chat with our Artists.
You will find unique and one-of-a-kind pieces of art in the following categories:
CLAY
GLASS
JEWELLERY
LEATHER
PAINTING
PHOTOGRAPHY
PRINTMAKING
SCULPTURE
WOOD
6 yerel halk öneriyor
Stratford Art in the Park
Lakeside Drive2022: Art in the Park is open (weather permitting) 10am – 5pm every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday from May (Victoria Day weekend) to the last weekend in September. Enjoy the Park, the Art, and chat with our Artists.
You will find unique and one-of-a-kind pieces of art in the following categories:
CLAY
GLASS
JEWELLERY
LEATHER
PAINTING
PHOTOGRAPHY
PRINTMAKING
SCULPTURE
WOOD
Essentials
Sobeys has a great selection of pre-made salads, hot and cold main courses, picnic items, sushi, right at the main enterance. it also has a beer selection (once you enter it is to the far left front of the store) and wine selection near the exit
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Sobeys Stratford
581 Huron StSobeys has a great selection of pre-made salads, hot and cold main courses, picnic items, sushi, right at the main enterance. it also has a beer selection (once you enter it is to the far left front of the store) and wine selection near the exit
Grocery store with all the basic needs. Only a minute walk from our guest suite.
You will need a loonie for the shopping cart.
Craig & Jess' No Frills
618 Huron StGrocery store with all the basic needs. Only a minute walk from our guest suite.
You will need a loonie for the shopping cart.
Parks & Nature
This trail is part of the park system that surrounds the Festival Theatre and the Avon River; it is a north and south river trail loop with several side trails, ranging from .3 km to 4.4 km.
13 yerel halk öneriyor
T.J. Dolan Natural Area
117 Sir Adam Beck RdThis trail is part of the park system that surrounds the Festival Theatre and the Avon River; it is a north and south river trail loop with several side trails, ranging from .3 km to 4.4 km.
Scenic view of the Avon River.
Close to many attractions: Art Gallery & Stratford Festival & Tom Patterson Island
Picnic area: Bring your own food or purchase from Dukes Grill & Ice Cream Shack.
playground area
clean washrooms
well-maintained walking paths
mini waterfall
historic Shakespeare gardens
Shaded areas and full sun
Watch wildlife: majestic swans, geese, ducks
Ball diamond, soccer field, free to use.
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Upper Queen's Park
55 Queen StScenic view of the Avon River.
Close to many attractions: Art Gallery & Stratford Festival & Tom Patterson Island
Picnic area: Bring your own food or purchase from Dukes Grill & Ice Cream Shack.
playground area
clean washrooms
well-maintained walking paths
mini waterfall
historic Shakespeare gardens
Shaded areas and full sun
Watch wildlife: majestic swans, geese, ducks
Ball diamond, soccer field, free to use.
A lovely quiet spot nestled between the main street and the Avon River. Well-tended gardens with a variety of colourful and interesting plants. Bring your camera.
13 yerel halk öneriyor
Shakespearean Gardens
5 Huron StA lovely quiet spot nestled between the main street and the Avon River. Well-tended gardens with a variety of colourful and interesting plants. Bring your camera.
We are frequent visitors to Wildwood. it is only 15 KM, or a 12-15 minute drive from our suite. Whether you want to kayak, canoe, or motor boat on the lake, hike or bike the trails, Wildwood has a lot to offer. Wildwood's four hiking & biking trails range in length from 1.2 km to the 25 km (around the) Lake Trail. Open in the winter as well, you can enjoy the outdoors by: ice fishing, snowshoeing or cross skiing.
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Wildwood Conservation Area
3995 Line 9We are frequent visitors to Wildwood. it is only 15 KM, or a 12-15 minute drive from our suite. Whether you want to kayak, canoe, or motor boat on the lake, hike or bike the trails, Wildwood has a lot to offer. Wildwood's four hiking & biking trails range in length from 1.2 km to the 25 km (around the) Lake Trail. Open in the winter as well, you can enjoy the outdoors by: ice fishing, snowshoeing or cross skiing.
Drinks & Nightlife
Bentley's is one of Stratford´s most popular restaurant/bar, and is frequently visited by both locals and visitors. If you are looking for a good pub, or a restaurant in Stratford with great food and friendly atmosphere, you'll feel right at home at Bentley's.
15 yerel halk öneriyor
Bentley's Bar & Inn
99 Ontario StBentley's is one of Stratford´s most popular restaurant/bar, and is frequently visited by both locals and visitors. If you are looking for a good pub, or a restaurant in Stratford with great food and friendly atmosphere, you'll feel right at home at Bentley's.
Food scene
Featuring Perth County's best locally produced food, drink and crafts, Stratford's Sunday Slow Food Market runs every Sunday. From May to mid - October the market is located in Market Square, behind City Hall. During the winter, the market can be found inside at the Festival Square - 10 Downie Street ( between 10 am and 1 pm).
Market Place
Market PlaceFeaturing Perth County's best locally produced food, drink and crafts, Stratford's Sunday Slow Food Market runs every Sunday. From May to mid - October the market is located in Market Square, behind City Hall. During the winter, the market can be found inside at the Festival Square - 10 Downie Street ( between 10 am and 1 pm).