Last Updated on April 13, 2026
With the promise of spring in the air, it’s time to take advantage of the season and visit Niagara wine country. Niagara inspires exploration with its hidden treasures and fresh, locally sourced produce.
As the Niagara region rates high in the wine and food scene, the question is where to begin?
I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite must-do local haunts to give you a tantalizing glimpse – any of which will add to the perfect day in Niagara.
RPM Bakehouse
My first visit is a partner of Pearl Morissette, a winery known for its idiosyncratic wines and fine dining. Utilizing concrete eggs and Qvevri, mixed with old foudres from Alsace, they practice minimal intervention to create organic wines with a distinct character.
Pearl Morisette has two partners, a restaurant and a bakehouse, that are extensions of its offerings. Its first partner is Restaurant Pearl Morrissette in the Jordan Station neighbourhood. It was awarded #1 restaurant in Canada by Canada’s 100 Best and earned two Michelin stars in the 2025 Michelin Guide.
With that pedigree I was intrigued to come across its second partner, the RPM Bakehouse in Jordan Village. As the bottle shop of Pearl Morissette Wineryand the bakery and cafe of Restaurant Pearl Morissette, RPM Bakehouse is a daily occurrence for many in the Jordan Village area, and the first place on my list to visit.
What makes RPM Bakehouse special?
It uses produce from its own 1.5-acre garden and cold-pressed oils and heritage grains milled in-house, creating a “farm-to-table” approach.
The RPM Bakehouse is set in the lovely village of Jordan. On the April day of my visit, with spring literally in the air, the wrap around wooden deck beckons to me. The arrival of warmer weather means fire pits and heaters have retired until the more frigid air returns.
Inside, the bakehouse offers a sit-down menu; its white oak walls with rustic and cozy atmosphere are charming. Open from Thursday to Sunday, it’s the perfect place for quality, affordable pastries, marching alongside unique items like savory soups, seasonal plates, and breakfast sandwiches on a “glasgow bun” These feature pork sausage, a fried farm egg, and St. Brigid’s cheddar cheese delightfully topped with spicy tomato jam and mayo.
Waiting to order, I examined the curated goods, including a selection of house-made jams and pickles and wines, featuring Pearl Morissette wines.
My breakfast sandwich featured a spicy vegetable patty replacing the pork sausage.
Before leaving Jordan Village I took time to wander along the tree line street filled with art galleries, boutiques, and farm-to-table dining located just off the QEW at exit 55 in Niagara Benchlands. Whether you are local, or a visitor, take a moment to visit and relax over a coffee and perhaps a pastry or two. You won’t regret it.
For those staying longer than a day, enhance your Niagara experience with splendid accommodations, a spa, hiking and biking paths.
13th Street Winery Bakery
Combining a 100-year-old agricultural legacy with a fervor for art, food, and wine, is a winning combination. Just minutes from Jordan Village, 13th Street Winery in St Catharines is a Jordan gem that’s created an extraordinary selection of homegrown wines amongst a setting of unique sculptures where you may feel like as though you’re wandering in the whimsy of Lewis Carroll’s stories. An additional art gallery showcases pieces from Canadian artists.
To give you an idea of its prestigious accomplishments, 13th Street Winery was named the #1 Winery in Ontario in 2022 and ranked second in Canada at the National Wine Awards having grown from a four-friend boutique start.
My primary destination, the renowned bakery, is located in the property’s original farmhouse. It features a charming and rustic atmosphere with a concentration on local ingredients and an eye-catching display of delectable, award-winning, butter tarts.
I choose a selection of pecan, plain, and cherry, melt in your mouth, flakey, butter tarts. During busy times, there is a line up for these items and it’s advised to pre-order online. Glancing around, I see a variety of fresh pies, gourmet food items, wine country merchandise, and jams and jellies.
Clutching my prize, I head out to stroll the grounds.
If you choose to linger like I did, other attractions at the Winery include live music and accommodations at their contemporary farmhouse. The Vineyard Kitchen Bistro is open from May to mid October in their outdoor pavilion and patio overlooking the vineyards and enchanting gardens. From November to April, the wine bar offers food service.
Revalee Brunch Cafe
Revalee Brunch Cafe entered my orbit one summer day and it never disappoints. It is located in Lincoln, Ontario on Victoria Avenue and easily accessible from the QEW Vineland exit. The Revalee is the “flagship” of a larger ‘company’ of kitchens managed throughout the Niagara Region. The cafe is my final must-do and I’m glad I made a reservation because, as usual, it is busy.
The name Revalee is a take on a trumpet call and the French verb for ‘wake up.’ Understandably, it’s a call you can’t resist.
Modern and bright with lots of windows, this charming café invites you into its cozy interior with counter and dining room seating. Inside, a chandelier made of trumpets commands attention and retains the theme of the restaurant foremost. Outside is an abundance of patio seating, sparkling string lights, crisp roman shades, and raised flower beds.
Indulge in Revalee Brunch Café’s distinctively special spin on the classic brunch, offering half vegan and half omnivorous dishes paired with local wine and beers, and Pilot Coffee sourced from Toronto, Ontario. It’s a menu designed to suit everyone’s taste.
At Revalee, the menu is prepared in-house using fresh ingredients that are organic and locally sourced and change frequently. I ordered the carrot gravlax from the vegan brunch and was gratified to find the combination exquisite. The delicate and unique flavours blended together featuring a crunchy and tender potato röstis and fragrant lemon fennel salad served with beet relish, horseradish cashew cream, pickled red onion, dill, topped with caper berries, and infused with everything spice.
A side of truffle parmesan potatoes adorned with garlic and creamy white truffle aioli was the perfect savory accompaniment. The presentation was delightful and the taste innovative. The Revalee menu selection and relaxed vibe always strikes the right note.
In addition, make the most of casual Friday and Saturday nights ‘Flight Night’ featuring flights of small plates paired with wine.
From its rolling vineyards, farm-to-table philosophy and host of wineries, local cafes and bakeries, to the vibrant colours of the countryside, Niagara Region welcomes you with special treasures. I have discovered, as you will too, there truly is something for everyone here.
