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Food scene
This is a great local craft brewery with all the wins: quality beer, tasting flights, sweet location in an old church, attached music venue, really nicely finished modern space, good music playing, and a great menu.
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Brimstone Brewing Company
209 Ridge Rd NThis is a great local craft brewery with all the wins: quality beer, tasting flights, sweet location in an old church, attached music venue, really nicely finished modern space, good music playing, and a great menu.
Excellent little gem of a restaurant. Soup and samosa. Simple. The hot lentil soup, and the spinach & potato samosas are a personal fave. Vegatarian.
Niagara Samosa Factory
562 Central AveExcellent little gem of a restaurant. Soup and samosa. Simple. The hot lentil soup, and the spinach & potato samosas are a personal fave. Vegatarian.
What's not to love. A local fave for 40 years, the restaurant is still family owned. The 3 brothers are born and bred professionals and this place is a well-oiled machine most of the time. They can accommodate vegetarian and vegan, and are good with pretty much any dietary or whatever alteration you may need. They have a great back patio beside the Friendship Trail which runs along the Niagara River. It's a great place for families too.
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Sportsmen's Tavern
326 Amherst StreetWhat's not to love. A local fave for 40 years, the restaurant is still family owned. The 3 brothers are born and bred professionals and this place is a well-oiled machine most of the time. They can accommodate vegetarian and vegan, and are good with pretty much any dietary or whatever alteration you may need. They have a great back patio beside the Friendship Trail which runs along the Niagara River. It's a great place for families too.
This little cutie knows what's up. While taking in Historic Ridgeway village, make sure to build up an appetite for fries at the Chip Shack.
Chip Shack
356 Ridge Rd NThis little cutie knows what's up. While taking in Historic Ridgeway village, make sure to build up an appetite for fries at the Chip Shack.
Quaint farmers market, typical small town wares and produce, baking, preserves, art & crafts, music, coffee, and more. Saturdays from May - October.
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Ridgeway Farmers' Market
282 Ridge Rd NQuaint farmers market, typical small town wares and produce, baking, preserves, art & crafts, music, coffee, and more. Saturdays from May - October.
THE MAN HIMSELF OPENED A RESTAURANT IN HIS HOMETOWN AND IT SMELLS SO GOOD BUT WE ARE MOSTLY VEGAN.
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Matty Matheson's Meat + Three
465 Central AveTHE MAN HIMSELF OPENED A RESTAURANT IN HIS HOMETOWN AND IT SMELLS SO GOOD BUT WE ARE MOSTLY VEGAN.
Out of doors
Lesser known beach, free admission, limited parking and it can get pretty bumping. This is a great place to take firewood and build a sandpit in the sand. The sand dunes make this place an extra special view.
Pleasant Beach
Pleasant Beach RoadLesser known beach, free admission, limited parking and it can get pretty bumping. This is a great place to take firewood and build a sandpit in the sand. The sand dunes make this place an extra special view.
The point where Lake Erie meets the mouth of the Niagara River is almost as exciting as when it goes over the escarpment further up the river. Did you know it flows North? Many nice locations along the shore to park with tables for a picnic.
For the water folk: launch a boat for skiing, fishing, or enjoying a float from the top of the river to Chippewa creek. Be careful, that last step's a doozy. :)
Niagara River
The point where Lake Erie meets the mouth of the Niagara River is almost as exciting as when it goes over the escarpment further up the river. Did you know it flows North? Many nice locations along the shore to park with tables for a picnic.
For the water folk: launch a boat for skiing, fishing, or enjoying a float from the top of the river to Chippewa creek. Be careful, that last step's a doozy. :)
Located at the south end of Helena Street and Edgemere Road Waverly Beach is a large sandy beach with lovely waterfront trails with access to the remains of Erie Beach Amusement Park. This place is extremely cool, with ruins all through the forest. There are many historic plaques in this area that describe the historic Erie Beach Park which was a flapper-era landmark, and, arguably more importantly, this is also a site where W.E.B. Du Bois founded the Niagara Movement, which became the NAACP.
From the beach you can see the city of Buffalo and the remains of Erie Beach Amusement Park including the long concrete dock where visitors from Buffalo would disembark for a day of picnicing along the shore of Lake Erie.
* Note that on October 31st 2019 there were high winds that destroyed part of the walking trail along the lake. This is still worth visiting even to see what heavy damage this beautiful lake is capable of. Plenty of other walking routes. Also - wear repellent, long sleeves and check for ticks - pretty much anywhere in Fort Erie from April to October.
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Waverly Beach Park
271 Helena StLocated at the south end of Helena Street and Edgemere Road Waverly Beach is a large sandy beach with lovely waterfront trails with access to the remains of Erie Beach Amusement Park. This place is extremely cool, with ruins all through the forest. There are many historic plaques in this area that describe the historic Erie Beach Park which was a flapper-era landmark, and, arguably more importantly, this is also a site where W.E.B. Du Bois founded the Niagara Movement, which became the NAACP.
From the beach you can see the city of Buffalo and the remains of Erie Beach Amusement Park including the long concrete dock where visitors from Buffalo would disembark for a day of picnicing along the shore of Lake Erie.
* Note that on October 31st 2019 there were high winds that destroyed part of the walking trail along the lake. This is still worth visiting even to see what heavy damage this beautiful lake is capable of. Plenty of other walking routes. Also - wear repellent, long sleeves and check for ticks - pretty much anywhere in Fort Erie from April to October.
The Friendship Trail extends 16 kms across the Town of Fort Erie, running parallel to the north shore of Lake Erie. Beginning at the Port Colborne border in the west, this relaxing and picturesque trail takes visitors through lush farmland, quaint villages, pristine watersheds, and quiet residential areas as it leads to historic Old Fort Erie, Lake Erie and the Niagara River Recreation Trail .
Much of the trail is located upon an abandoned rail line, meaning it is relatively level and smooth - an easy ride for children and adults alike. The trail is used by walkers, hikers, cyclists and rollerbladers in the summer, and hikers and cross-country skiers in the winter. Of course, the trail is also wheelchair accessible.
Pack your water, as there is not much access to buy or drink fresh water along this trail.
Friendship Trail
Friendship TrailThe Friendship Trail extends 16 kms across the Town of Fort Erie, running parallel to the north shore of Lake Erie. Beginning at the Port Colborne border in the west, this relaxing and picturesque trail takes visitors through lush farmland, quaint villages, pristine watersheds, and quiet residential areas as it leads to historic Old Fort Erie, Lake Erie and the Niagara River Recreation Trail .
Much of the trail is located upon an abandoned rail line, meaning it is relatively level and smooth - an easy ride for children and adults alike. The trail is used by walkers, hikers, cyclists and rollerbladers in the summer, and hikers and cross-country skiers in the winter. Of course, the trail is also wheelchair accessible.
Pack your water, as there is not much access to buy or drink fresh water along this trail.
Shopping
This place actually rules. If you're a thrifter you might just find something good here.
The Salvation Army Thrift Store
84 Wintemute StThis place actually rules. If you're a thrifter you might just find something good here.
A pretty good second hand store with lots of sporting stuff, books, clothing, and other random stuff.
St Vincent De Paul Clothing Store
36 Jarvis StA pretty good second hand store with lots of sporting stuff, books, clothing, and other random stuff.
This is the most civilized No Frills you've been to. With a lot of selection. There is an entire green isle with alternative foods, vegan stuff, and good soaps. A pharmacy. Good prices all around. A+ groceries.
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Jesse & Kelly's No Frills
1135 Thompson RdThis is the most civilized No Frills you've been to. With a lot of selection. There is an entire green isle with alternative foods, vegan stuff, and good soaps. A pharmacy. Good prices all around. A+ groceries.
Neighbourhoods
Fort Erie is just a hop skip and a jump from Buffalo. It's a biggish city with a lot of great food, music, theatre, art, and other niceness. Allentown rules.
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Buffalo
Fort Erie is just a hop skip and a jump from Buffalo. It's a biggish city with a lot of great food, music, theatre, art, and other niceness. Allentown rules.
Ridgeway is a historic neighbourhood that is quickly become a hotspot for Toronto's retiree population, as well as young families. The downtown strip is booming with good food, good bars, and nice shops.
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Ridgeway
Ridgeway is a historic neighbourhood that is quickly become a hotspot for Toronto's retiree population, as well as young families. The downtown strip is booming with good food, good bars, and nice shops.
NOMAD music is a treasure trove of history from the family owned business, as well as quality instruments and wears. Nigh's chocolates is legitimately some of the best chocolate I've ever had. The Garden Gallery and ZOOZ is fun for families. The Scuttlebutt is a local fave watering hole on Black Creek.
Stevensville
NOMAD music is a treasure trove of history from the family owned business, as well as quality instruments and wears. Nigh's chocolates is legitimately some of the best chocolate I've ever had. The Garden Gallery and ZOOZ is fun for families. The Scuttlebutt is a local fave watering hole on Black Creek.
Not bragging but we've got world class beaches. The food and nightlife here is full in the Summertime.
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Crystal Beach
Not bragging but we've got world class beaches. The food and nightlife here is full in the Summertime.
Sightseeing
Discover Caribbean rated sandy beaches, the cool, clear waters of Lake Erie, wonderful dining options and watersport opportunities galore.
Crystal Beach has long been one of Fort Erie's favorite tourist attractions, drawing thousands throughout the summer months from across Niagara, Western New York and as far as the Greater Toronto Area - as more and more discover Crystal Beach's charms.
Come for the afternoon, the day or an extended stay, and enjoy all that the area has to offer, including countless special events and functions throughout the summer tourist season.
Go for a swim, lounge on the white sand, sail around Point Abino Bay, fish or take in a cool drink on one of the areas many restaurant patios.
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Crystal Beach
Discover Caribbean rated sandy beaches, the cool, clear waters of Lake Erie, wonderful dining options and watersport opportunities galore.
Crystal Beach has long been one of Fort Erie's favorite tourist attractions, drawing thousands throughout the summer months from across Niagara, Western New York and as far as the Greater Toronto Area - as more and more discover Crystal Beach's charms.
Come for the afternoon, the day or an extended stay, and enjoy all that the area has to offer, including countless special events and functions throughout the summer tourist season.
Go for a swim, lounge on the white sand, sail around Point Abino Bay, fish or take in a cool drink on one of the areas many restaurant patios.
Nightlife
The Bell Tower is a 16,000 sq. ft converted church that is a multi-use building with a hair studio, recording studio, wedding chapel, restaurant, bar, event space, and is also the HQ of Fort Erie Pride. Great karaoke on Fridays, concerts, drag shows, and other colourful events. Open for family events during the days.
The Bell Tower Community Arts & Entertainment Complex
575 Central AveThe Bell Tower is a 16,000 sq. ft converted church that is a multi-use building with a hair studio, recording studio, wedding chapel, restaurant, bar, event space, and is also the HQ of Fort Erie Pride. Great karaoke on Fridays, concerts, drag shows, and other colourful events. Open for family events during the days.