Keeping it Casual
Pharmacii Snack & Bar (St. Catharines)
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Despite its neon-red sign that reads "Pharmacii", this little spot is surreptitiously placed on King Street just off the main downtown strip. With insanely unique and irresistible cocktails, this Korean snack bar offers creative bites that infuse traditional-Korean cuisine with a North-American twist. Spots are extremely limited but this dimly-lit hipster joint is a great place to sit back and relax.
Try out the bartender's special for a surprise cocktail or our personal favourite - their blueberry sour with homemade blueberry puree. For food, their KFC (Korean-fried chicken) is a must-try!
oddBar (St. Catharines)
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oddBar is the latest great thing to come out of the masterminds behind oddBird. If you've ever visited oddBird on St. Paul Street in St. Catharines and realized that the small space is full is eager patrons waiting for a seat, luckily for you, oddBar. is located just minutes away on King Street. Offering drool-worthy pizzas with a Montreal-bagel inspired sesame crust, their artistic flare that makes the talented kitchen team so popular is on full display. oddBar offers a casual yet trendy approach to your standard pizza and beer and is the perfect stop after trying out Pharmacii!
Nothing is better than a classic pepperoni pizza - except maybe the sheer amount of pepperoni oddBar puts on it!
Romantic Date-Nights
Remingtons of Niagara (Niagara Falls)
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Nothing beats your traditional steak and seafood house for a special evening out on the town. Remingtons is a staple in Niagara and is known for their perfectly-cooked prime rib and lobster. With the romantic ambience and extensive list of wines, Remingtons is your classic Valentine's day destination.
We recommend the prime rib; it's a favourite for a reason!
Dispatch Restaurant (St. Catharines)
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Dispatch is a more upscale dining experience that blends North African, Middle Eastern and Balkan flavours. The interior design itself is reason to visit but the flavours and cocktails will have you visiting time and time again. For a new experience unlike any you've had before, this is a great spot to try out for an exciting and romantic evening. With mixed-style seating, you have a choice of how interactive you'd like the evening to be. Definitely check out this spot as it's already been named one of the top 10 new restaurants in Canada!
Their menu is ever-changing and is a zero-waste restaurant so you never know what's being cooked up!
Adventurous Dates
Niagara Helicopters (Niagara Falls)
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This one is for the thrill-seekers looking for an unforgettable and memorable experience. Niagara Helicopters offers a variety of packages tailored to suit whatever you're looking for. Whether you're planning a magical proposal, wanting to emulate a "Bachelor" or "Bachelorette" style date like you've seen on TV, or simply want to treat someone special, this idea will be sure to blow them away.
Skylon Revolving Dining Room
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For those who can brave the heights, take your date out on the Observation Deck for a breathtaking view of the Falls. Head on up to the Revolving Dining Room for an award-winning meal 775 feet above the Falls. Even better? The Observation Deck is free when you dine at the restaurant.
