Baldam
A Milner Road spot known for its French tacos and merguez sandwiches — the bread and sauces are the highlight, and staff Moe and Ellyas get called out for great service.
Where to eat, stay & explore in Moncton
Hub City Foodies has featured 47 places in Moncton, New Brunswick: 35 restaurants and cafés, 1 place to stay and 11 things to do. Most come with a short video. Every place is also on the interactive map.
Places to eat in Moncton
Banh Mi Bready
Fresh, crackling banh mi bread with lemongrass beef and tofu options, plus fruit lattes with oat or almond milk — a cute, quiet little spot worth the visit.
Barker Street Eats
Run by Ashley and her team — standout Rigatoni, a hearty beef and cheddar melt, hot spinach dip with warm pita, and some of the best lunch specials in Moncton.
bbq Chicken
A Korean fried chicken favourite off Shediac Road — garlic crunch wings, cheese balls (try them swapped for chocolate), and consistently fast, friendly service.
Cafe X
A cozy, unique coffee shop with emerald green velvet couches, vines on the walls, and actual swings for seats — try the iced mango matcha and personalized latte art.
Casa K-Bab
A friendly Middle Eastern spot with huge portions and great value — beef and chicken shawarma, combo plates, and desserts like hazelnut cake.
Flameo
Fast, fresh flame-grilled fare on Morton Ave — tasty, filling plates with quick service and a warm, friendly welcome.
Guacamole (Morton Ave)
One of four Guacamole locations across Moncton and Dieppe — colourful, casual, fast, and genuinely welcoming. The French Taco and generous bowls are the draw.
Guacamole (Mountain Rd)
One of four Guacamole locations across Moncton and Dieppe — colourful, casual, fast, and genuinely welcoming. The French Taco and generous bowls are the draw.
Guacamole (Université Ave)
Started in 2014 with owner Dominique — now four locations across Moncton and Dieppe. The French Taco (a folded tortilla stuffed with all the fixings) is the standout, and the bowls come with leftovers built in.
Gusto Italian Grill & Bar
A longtime local favourite for Italian food — generous portions, PEI Blue Mussels, Linguini Pescatore, and a warm, cozy ambiance that keeps regulars coming back for years.
Halo Donuts (Mountain Road)
Halo's second location at Mountain and Gorge Roads — fresh dough every morning, made-from-scratch icings, and a rotating list of retro flavours.
Hynes Restaurant
A Moncton icon since 1939 — old-school diner classics like the jumbo burger platter and fisherman's platter, great prices, generous portions, and friendly service.
Jitter Bean Café
Looks like a cozy coffee shop on Mountain Road — quietly serves authentic Korean food and underrated paninis.
La Chiquita Taco y Mas
Real-deal Mexican tacos and homemade hot sauces at their new brick-and-mortar on Mountain Road.
La Vida Resto-Bar
A Lebanese favourite on Main Street — beautifully presented kofta and one of the best Greek salads around, with a relaxing interior, generous portions, and genuinely kind owner Issam.
Les Brumes du Coude
A hidden gem tucked inside the Aberdeen Centre, named one of Canada's Top 100 Restaurants — chef Michel Savoie builds ~90% of the menu from NB products. Scallop Ceviche and Beef Tartare are always on point, with the menu changing almost weekly.
Lima
Bold, fresh Peruvian flavours new to Greater Moncton — the ceviche and Passion & Cacao dessert are standouts.
LOLI Café & Lounge
A versatile cafe-lounge good for coffee, happy hour, or dinner — flatbreads, mimosas, and creative cocktails, with a friendly staff and cozy outdoor seating.
Lost and Found Ice Cream (St. George St)
All-natural, seasonal, wildly creative scoop shop with vegan soft serve options — a downtown Moncton favourite worth the visit.
Nomadi
Opened on Granite Drive in the first week of October by owners David and Somto, who created every recipe and painted the walls themselves — familiar African flavours with a fresh twist, from the Lagos Party Combo Bowl and suya platter to a coastal lobster boil and Island Rice served inside a pineapple. Vegetarian options available (mushrooms can replace the protein).
Notre-Dame de Parkton
A low-key sandwich shop on St. George Street — house-made bacon and the Apporklypse are must-orders.
Pho Dan Restaurant
Authentic, soul-warming pho and Bun Cha Hanoi from an owner passionate about sharing Hanoi flavours — genuinely warm service and top-tier freshness.
Pita Pit
Build-your-own pitas, wraps, salads and bowls made fresh to order, plus smoothies — a quick bite on Mountain Road.
Red Satay Main
A little gem for Vietnamese food — the pho, Saigon's Delight, and Vietnamese iced coffee are all standouts, with quick, efficient service.
Restaurant Big Bowl
A little gem for Japanese and Korean food — huge portions, tonkotsu ramen with standout chashu, sizzling hot plates, and some of the best won ton soup around.
Route 6 Spicy Bar and Grill
An unexpectedly great find attached to a motel on Main Street — standout burgers, roadhouse-sauce wings, and a menu that surprises picky eaters.
Taj Mahal Flavour of India
Consistently the best Indian food in Moncton since 2020 — butter chicken, palak paneer, and tandoori chicken with garlic naan, plus a genuinely welcoming atmosphere.
Teo's Catering
Celebrated their 1-year anniversary on April 1st with a leveled-up menu — Chicken Souvlaki, Caesar salad topped with seasoned chicken, a build-your-own protein bowl, Berlin Donair, and a 50/50 lamb-beef kebab.
The Pit Stop Sports Bar
A true sports bar with racing simulators and wall-to-wall TVs — to-die-for pizza and a fun, unique atmosphere for hanging out with friends.
Tony's Bistro & Patisserie
Warm, industrial-style dining room with a full patisserie counter on the way out — save room for cake.
Vito's Pizza & Restaurant
Serving Greater Moncton since 1969 — legendary lasagna, garlic fingers, and Hawaiian pizza in a nostalgic, family-run dining room.
Whynot BU Cafe
A small, unassuming brunch spot on St. George Street — great portions for the price, a calm welcoming atmosphere, and genuinely attentive service from owner Kim.
Windjammer
Tucked inside the Delta Beauséjour — a piece of Moncton history dressed up as fine dining, named for the square-rigged ships once built along the Petitcodiac River. Table-side Caesar salad and a sous-vide PEI Blue Dot tenderloin, finished tableside, are the highlights.
Zio's
A Mountain Road institution and Moncton High School nostalgia favourite — the Speranza family's pizza with garlic butter and parm on the crust is the move.
Places to stay in Moncton
Rodd Moncton
Clean, comfortable rooms right beside the water and Bore Park — great hot breakfast, friendly staff, dog-friendly, and an easy walk or ride to Magic Mountain.
Things to do & places to explore in Moncton
Antlers Lounge
A cozy whiskey lounge with an extensive, unrivalled whiskey menu and knowledgeable staff — great cocktails and a lovely atmosphere for a night out.
Baobab Inc
A one-stop shop for African and South American groceries — a huge, well-organized selection of meat, produce and packaged foods, plus hair products.
Dolma Food
A specialty grocery with high-quality imported and local products — speciality cheeses, fresh bakery, olive oils, fine wines, and a second-floor dining area.
Fancy Pokket Bakery
A local bakery manufacturer known for its bagels and vegan naan — customers rave about the naan being soft, fresh, and hard to find elsewhere on shelves.
Kim's Mart
A Korean market on Mountain Road stocked with snacks, staples and frozen goods, plus a takeout counter for K Chimac-style fried chicken and grab-and-go food.
Liquid Gold
A tasting bar for olive oils and vinegars on Mountain Road — sample before you buy, with infused and flavoured oils and vinegars, refillable bottles and friendly, knowledgeable staff.
Magic Mountain SplashZone
A fun-filled waterpark right by Magnetic Hill — slides, a wave pool, lazy river, mini golf and arcade games for the whole family.
Magnetic Hill
NB's famous optical illusion — put your car in neutral and watch it seem to roll uphill. A classic Moncton stop, right next to the zoo and water park.
Noteworthy Brewing Company
A cozy, pet-friendly brewery with well-balanced beer flights, board games, and rotating pizza nights — genuinely welcoming staff.
Soeur Claudette Cocktails
A dreamy, modern cocktail bar with a menu that changes every few months — stellar drinks, a fun dunkaroo dip, dog-friendly seating, and a cozy, unique atmosphere.
Tide & Boar Brewing
Winner of a community-voted Top 5 garlic fingers showdown — deep dish, loaded with cheese, crispy edges — plus rotating specialty pizzas and some of the best smash burgers in the city.