Restaurant Oban Inn

Name: Restaurant Oban Inn
Address: 160 Front Street P.O. Box 94, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, Canada, L0S 1J0
Telephone: (905) 468-2165
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1214 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Continental

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2 people

3 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Romantic

Since its beginning in 1824, the long tradition of The Oban Inn dining experience has been enjoyed by generation after generation of our returning guests. Open for dinner Wednesday to Sunday.

Dine in our delightful sunroom overlooking lush English gardens or cozy historic Shaw's Corner and in the chic elegance of our fireside dining room. Ideal for intimate dining or group celebrations. Located only 2-blocks from Queen Street and minutes walk to nearby Shaw Festival Theaters.

Savor delicious "Four Diamond" creations combining Oban classics with modern gastronomy focusing on the Niagara Region's fresh ingredients married with the outstanding harvest of Niagara Wines.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Continental, French / Canadian, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(905) 468-2165
Website
https://oban.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Joey Hingston

Location
160 Front Street, P.O. Box 94, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0
Area
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Cross Street
Gate Street & Front Street
Parking details
On-site complimentary self-service parking available exclusively for dining, spa, and hotel guests.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Angus Reserved RibeyeCA$48.00
11 oz Flame Grilled Ribeye Steak, Grilled Asparagus, Crispy Fingerling Potato, Peppercorn Jus
Grilled Rack of LambCA$48.00
Grilled New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Roasted Polenta, Grilled Zucchini and Mint Chimichurri
Chicken SupremeCA$43.00
Pan Seared Chicken Supreme, Wild Mushroom & Truffle Risotto, Parmigiano Reggiano
Seared SalmonCA$36.00
Crispy Seared Salmon, Pea Puree, Fingerling Medallions, Seasonal Vegetables, Lemon Crème Fraiche
Lobster SpaghettiCA$46.00
Fresh Atlantic Lobster Meat, Tarragon & Fennel, Mascarpone Cream Sauce, Chives
Scallops & Tiger ShrimpCA$40.00
Pan Seared Scallops & Black Tiger Shrimp, Miso Corn Salad, Citrus Glaze
Duck ConfitCA$36.00
A centuries-old French Dish. Double Smoked Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash, Seasonal Vegetables, Sour Cherry Gastrique

Starters

PEI MusselsCA$19.00
Red Onion, Capers, Dill, White Wine, Lemon Cream Sauce
Crab CakesCA$22.00
Atlantic Shore Crab Meat, Chili Citrus Remoulade, Lemon and Truffle Greens
Housemade SoupCA$16.00
Chef's Daily Creation
Oban CaesarCA$19.00
Romaine Hearts, Parmigiano Reggiano, Crispy Pancetta, Creamy Roasted Garlic Dressing, Anchovy, Crostini
Stuffed Cremini MushroomsCA$25.00
Ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano, Fior D Latte, Spinach, Crispy Shallots. Served with Housemade Marinara Sauce in a Cast Iron Skillet
Beet SaladCA$19.00
Mixed Greens, Roasted Beets, Apple, Shallots, Candied Pecans, Goat Cheese, Tossed in Raspberry White Balsamic Dressing
Fresh Sliced Baguette CA$6.00
Served with choice of Homemade Cranberry Butter or Salted Butter

What 1,214 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Continental
Niagara
Best Overall
Niagara
Best Service
Niagara
Good for business meals
Niagara
Romantic
Niagara
Good for special occasions

Review summary

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Restaurant Oban Inn offers an enchanting dining experience with "beautiful ambiance" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about its "delicious and well-presented food" with standout dishes like duck and steak. The "charming" setting near the lake and "attentive" staff make it a perfect spot for special occasions or a romantic dinner.

1,214 Reviews

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Sandra Jones
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
There was not a great deal of choice on the menu, but it was New Years Eve. The food was well presented and very good. The waitress we had was very pleasant.
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andy
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I went for a romantic dinner. She had the scallops and shrimp, while I had the ribeye. Both were excellent. Probably one of the best steaks I've had in a long time. It was a great meal in a beautiful setting.
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Jim
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent appetizer selection and meal options! The setting was beautiful and quaint. My ribeye was prepared to perfection with delicious side dishes. We will definitely return on another special occasion! Thank you!
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Peter
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had Christmas dinner at the Oban, the meals were great and staff fantastic, highly recomend.
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Susan
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Way too warm where we were… small room Was serene but too quiet
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Tracey
Toronto
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on 26 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server Alexa was excellent. We were surprised when we were asked to drape our winter coats on our chairs rather than being hung in a coat check. The staff that delivered our food were polite however we felt rushed. There was no time to enjoy the wine between courses. Finally the whole restaurant smelled like a cafeteria. This is an issue for me as I’m sensitive to smells. I don’t like when I get home and my clothes smell like food. This wasn’t the elegant Christmas dinner we were hoping for. The best part was Alexa.
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NANCY
VIP
Toronto
45 reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on 25 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I dined here on Christmas Day for dinner. Wow, Wow, Wow is all I can say! An extraordinary meal from beginning to end. We were greeted by Hazel at the front of the restaurant with a lovely smile-she was so pleasant! Hazel escorted us to our table and then Alexa introduced herself as our server for the evening. Such a lovely lady! Thank you Alexa! Every staff member we encountered was very pleasant and professional. The dinner was exquisite. We both had the squash and pumpkin soup, followed by the best turkey dinner I think I have ever had and then we finished with the peppermint creme brule. We had a local Niagara white chardonnay to accompany our turkey dinner. My compliments to all the staff and chefs in the kitchen. We will be back for sure. NOTL is a relatively short drive down the road from our home in Oakville, Ontario. Do yourself a favour-make a reservation for dinner here-it is simply outstanding!
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Suneal
VIP
Toronto
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We booked a party of 4 for a great Christmas dinner and the entire dinner was excellent. The restaurant wine list was comprised of VQA wines from the region. Our server was excellent and we had a wonderful evening. Would definitely book an event at the Oban Inn again.
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Sharon
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a lovely steak dinner with impeccable service from our waiter Jimmy! Thank you!
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Pam
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The dining room was awesome good was so good and the service was top shelf.
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Restaurant Oban Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 1214 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

3 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 7 times today

160 Front Street, P.O. Box 94, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Gate Street & Front Street
Area
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Continental, French / Canadian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
On-site complimentary self-service parking available exclusively for dining, spa, and hotel guests.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joey Hingston
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://oban.com/
Phone number
(905) 468-2165

Restaurant Oban Inn

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Lobster Spaghetti

Duck Confit

Crab Cakes

Menu

Main

Angus Reserved RibeyeCA$48.00

Grilled Rack of LambCA$48.00

Chicken SupremeCA$43.00

Seared SalmonCA$36.00

Lobster SpaghettiCA$46.00

Scallops & Tiger ShrimpCA$40.00

Duck ConfitCA$36.00

Starters

PEI MusselsCA$19.00

Crab CakesCA$22.00

Housemade SoupCA$16.00

Oban CaesarCA$19.00

Stuffed Cremini MushroomsCA$25.00

Beet SaladCA$19.00

Fresh Sliced Baguette CA$6.00

What 1,214 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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