Moncton, Canada

Eating out in Moncton, Canada

New Brunswick food is reminiscent of its British and Acadian heritage, but new, sophisticated chefs are now leaning toward Continental cuisine. California cuisine also makes a showing on several menus, and many restaurants include nouvelle ingredients and presentation in their dishes. oking for less adventurous fare, steak and seafood are still plentiful.

Gourmet

The Windjammer is plush and elegant, with a nautical theme. The innovative Maritime delicacies includes creative dishes such as Atlantic salmon in pecan butter, pan-fried shrimp and scallops with black pepper and dried banana, and lobster with mango sauce over pasta. Meat-lovers will enjoy the tournedos of caribou au jus with blueberries and sautéed duck confit with Asian pesto. 750 Main Street.

Highly Recommended

Boomerang's Steakhouse occupied 3 dining rooms with old-time architectural elegance and an aura of seclusion. The menu offers Canadian beef prepared to order, and the freshest seafood around. Other favorites choices include grilled chicken breast and ribs. 130 Westmoreland Street.

Local Flair

Pump House Brewery reflects its name with décor made up of bags of hops and metal fermentation tanks. Visitors come to this relaxed restaurant/brewery for its wide variety of ales and seasonal drinks, like pumpkin ale for Halloween. The limited but delicious menu includes burgers, fried, wings, specialty pizzas, and more. 5 Orange Lane.

Romantic

Le Château à Pape is set in an old Victorian house on the riverfront. The white linens and candlelight add elegance to your evening, as does your trip to the wine cellar to make your own selection. The third generation French-Acadian chef offers steak and seafood with an Acadian flair. Specialties include fricot and poutine à trou. 2 Steadman Street.

Going party in Moncton, Canada

Most of Moncton's dancing and drinking nightlife takes place in downtown. If you're looking for something a little more low-key, head to the Capitol Theater.

Club Cosmopolitan

Widely referred to as "the Cosmo," this club has a dance floor and plays live jazz until 2am. DJs take over between live shows.

Quake Nightclub

This club, located in the former Paramount Theater, offers happy hours and all-you-can-drink nights.

Fat Tuesdays

Crowds come here for jazz jam sessions and karaoke.

Rockin Rodeo

This popular spot is the biggest country-and-western bar in the province.

Ziggy's

This popular spot features stand-up comedians and live bands. Video games, pool table, and big-screen TV entertain beyond the laugh and music.

Capitol Theater

This ornate theater, decorated with murals and frescoes, hosts concerts, ballets, and film festivals.

Common events in Moncton, Canada

Victoria Park Arts and Crafts Fair

Moncton's top-rated arts show with crafts and food. August.

Summer Chamber Music Festival

Classical musicians perform and lecture in Fredericton. August.

Festival by the Sea

Hundreds of singers, dancers and musicians come to Saint John's for this lively festival. August.

Chocolate Festival

Food, displays and children's events center on everything chocolate in St Stephen. August.

Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival

World-class musicians and new Atlantic Canadian performers flock to Fredericton to play jazz, blues, Cajun and world beat for 5 days. September.

Festival du Cinéma Francophone en Acadie International directors and actors join in this primarily French festival in Moncton. September.

Monton Jazz Festival

Concerts, beer gardens, and fireworks fill 9 days in fall. October.

World Wine Festival

Celebrate the grape by sampling from among more than 250 different wines! November.