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The Restaurant at Peninsula Ridge welcomes Executive Chef, Matt McDowell.
He diligently develops new menus for the upcoming seasons with a focus on locally sourced quality ingredients.

Our Patio is now Closed for the Season. Please join us inside our Beautiful Heritage Victorian House for your Reservation.

We will be Launching our NEW FALL MENU on Friday October 10th. The menus will be available to view below or on OpenTable.

Our All Canadian Surf and Turf, for $44.95, will be returning November 5th – December 12th, 2025. Wednesday – Friday Evenings ONLY. Largest Group size of 6 guests.

We’re Feast On® certified! This means that we meet a stringent set of standards set by the Culinary Tourism Alliance to prove that we are committed to sourcing Ontario grown and raised ingredients. When you dine with us, you know you’re getting a genuine taste of local. Learn more: FeastON

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BRUNCH

Only Available Sundays 10:30am-3:00pm

Appetizers

Chef Inspired Scone | $5

Freshly Made, Served with Whipped Salted Butter and House Made Preserve

Peninsula Ridge Soup Du Jour | $12

Chef Inspired Local Ingredients

Chef’s Caesar Salad | $18

Crisp Romaine, Applewood Smoked Bacon Bits, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon Caper Dressing

Add Chicken Breast | $14

Add Shrimp | $14

Harvest Squash Salad | $18

Roasted Seasonal Squash, Arugula, Baby Greens, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Pickled Apple, Crumbled Aged Cheddar, Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette

Add Chicken Breast | $14

Add Shrimp | $14

Forager’s Mushroom Mousse | $20

Velvety Mousse made from Wild Mushrooms, Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine Jelly, Fried Shallots, Toasted Brioche, Finished with Truffle Oil

Benchland Apple Pork Terrine | $22

Country-Style Terrine with Spiced Pork, Pistachios, Roasted Apple, Served with Pickled Vegetables, Maple Mustard and Crostini

Mains

Roasted Vegetable Skillet | $22

Caramelized Cauliflower and Root Vegetables, Sautéed Peppers and Onions, Spicy White Bean Purée, Agrumato Olive Oil, Corn Tortilla, Served with Herb Roasted Potatoes

The Count | $24

Smoked Virginia Ham, Gruyère, Maple Dijon Bacon Butter, Sourdough Toast, Served with Herb Roasted Potatoes

Pain Doré | $20

Thick Cut Brioche, Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine Pear Compote, Vanilla Chantilly, Candied Nuts, Maple Syrup

Eggs Benedict ~ Choose a Style | $26

Two Poached Eggs, English Muffin, Hollandaise, Served with Herb Roasted Potatoes

Smoked Salmon Florentine | Maple Back Bacon | Asparagus and Brie

Duck and Squash Hash | $26

Spiced Duck Confit, Roasted Squash and Potatoes, Sautéed Leeks, Two Eggs Sunny Side, Hollandaise

Arcanum Burger | $25

7oz AAA Prime Rib Burger, Smoked Gouda, Arcanum Onion Jam, Dijon Aioli, Baby Arugula, Toasted Brioche Bun, Served with a Green Salad

Gluten Free Bun & Bread are Available for an Additional $2 Charge

Executive Chef Matt McDowell

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PRIX-FIXE BRUNCH MENU

For Large Parties of 10 or More

3-Course Prix-Fixe Dinner $50 per person. Pricing does not include taxes and gratuities.

Appetizers

Peninsula Ridge Soup Du Jour

Chef Inspired Local Ingredients

OR

Chef’s Caesar Salad

Crisp Romaine, Applewood Smoked Bacon Bits, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon Caper Dressing

OR

Niagara Greens Salad

Baby Greens, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, Roasted Squash, Croutons, Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette

Mains

The Count

Smoked Virginia Ham, Gruyère, Maple Dijon Bacon Butter, Sourdough Toast

OR

Arcanum Burger

7oz AAA Prime Rib Burger, Smoked Gouda, Arcanum Onion Jam, Dijon Aioli, Baby Arugula, Toasted Brioche Bun

OR

Eggs Benedict Florentine

Smoked Salmon, Baby Spinach, Two Poached Eggs, English Muffin, Hollandaise

OR

Duck and Squash Hash

Spiced Duck Confit, Roasted Squash and Potatoes, Sautéed Leeks, Two Eggs Sunny Side, Hollandaise

All Entrées Served with Herb Roasted Potatoes

Desserts

Crème Brûlée

Chef Inspired Flavours, Fresh Berries, Biscoff Cookie

Can be prepared Gluten Free

OR

Dessert Feature

Chef Inspired Creation

Download Prix-Fixe Brunch Menu

LUNCH

Available Wednesday – Saturday 11:30am-2:30pm

Appetizers

Peninsula Ridge Soup Du Jour | $12

Chef Inspired Local Ingredients

Bluenoser Seafood Chowder | $20

Butter Poached Prawns, Nova Scotian Scallops, Clams, Chardonnay Infused Cream Broth, Sweet Corn, Leeks, Potato, Topped with Applewood Smoked Bacon and Fresh Herbs

Chef’s Caesar Salad | $18

Crisp Romaine, Applewood Smoked Bacon Bits, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon Caper Dressing

Add Chicken Breast | $14

Add Shrimp | $14

Harvest Squash Salad | $18

Roasted Seasonal Squash, Arugula, Baby Greens, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Pickled Apple, Crumbled Aged Cheddar, Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette

Add Chicken Breast | $14

Add Shrimp | $14

Forager’s Mushroom Mousse | $20

Velvety Mousse made from Wild Mushrooms, Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine Jelly, Fried Shallots, Toasted Brioche, Finished with Truffle Oil

Cheese and Charcuterie (Serves Two) | $36

Local Cured Meats and Cheeses, House Made Pickles and Preserves, Crostini

Mains

Arcanum Burger | $25

7oz AAA Prime Rib Burger, Smoked Gouda, Arcanum Onion Jam, Dijon Aioli, Baby Arugula, Toasted Brioche Bun, Served with a Green Salad

Farm and Fowl Sandwich | $25

Spiced Duck Confit, Creamy Brie, Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine Pear Compote, Toasted Sourdough, Served with a Green Salad

Peninsula Pot Pie | $28

Braised Lamb, Roasted Root Vegetables, Tender Yukon Gold Potatoes, Red Wine Lamb Jus, Crisp Pastry, Served with a Green Salad

Maple Harissa Cauliflower | $24

Grilled Cauliflower Steak, Maple Harissa Glaze, Parsnip Purée, Pumpkin Seed Chimichurri, Scallion Rice

Daily Pasta Feature | $26

Classically Inspired Pasta Dish

Gluten Free Bun and Noodles are Available for an Additional $2 Charge

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PRIX-FIXE LUNCH MENU

For Large Parties of 10 or More

3-Course Prix-Fixe Dinner $60 per person. Pricing does not include taxes and gratuities.

Appetizers

Peninsula Ridge Soup Du Jour

Chef Inspired Local Ingredients

OR

Chef’s Caesar Salad

Crisp Romaine, Applewood Smoked Bacon Bits, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon Caper Dressing

OR

Niagara Greens Salad

Baby Greens, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, Roasted Squash, Croutons, Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette

Mains

Arcanum Burger

7oz AAA Prime Rib Burger, Smoked Gouda, Arcanum Onion Jam, Dijon Aioli, Baby Arugula, Toasted Brioche Bun, Served with Roasted Potatoes

OR

Peninsula Pot Pie

Braised Lamb, Roasted Root Vegetables, Tender Yukon Gold Potatoes, Red Wine Lamb Jus, Crisp Pastry, Served with Roasted Potatoes

OR

Daily Pasta Feature

Classically Inspired Pasta Dish

Desserts

Crème Brûlée

Chef Inspired Flavours, Fresh Berries, Biscoff Cookie

Can be prepared Gluten Free

OR

Dessert Feature

Chef Inspired Creation

Download Prix-Fixe Lunch Menu

DINNER

Available Wednesday – Saturday 5:00pm-Close

Appetizers

Peninsula Ridge Soup Du Jour | $12

Chef Inspired Local Ingredients

Bluenoser Seafood Chowder | $20

Butter Poached Prawns, Nova Scotian Scallops, Clams, Chardonnay Infused Cream Broth, Sweet Corn, Leeks, Potato, Topped with Applewood Smoked Bacon and Fresh Herbs

Chef’s Caesar Salad | $18

Crisp Romaine, Applewood Smoked Bacon Bits, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon Caper Dressing

Add Chicken Breast | $14

Add Shrimp | $14

Harvest Squash Salad | $18

Roasted Seasonal Squash, Arugula, Baby Greens, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Pickled Apple, Crumbled Aged Cheddar, Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette

 

Add Chicken Breast | $14

Add Shrimp | $14

Forager’s Mushroom Mousse | $20

Velvety Mousse made from Wild Mushrooms, Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine Jelly, Fried Shallots, Toasted Brioche, Finished with Truffle Oil

Benchland Apple Pork Terrine | $22

Country-Style Terrine with Spiced Pork, Pistachios, Roasted Apple, Served with Pickled Vegetables, Maple Mustard and Crostini

 

Cheese and Charcuterie (Serves Two) | $36

Cured Meats and Cheeses, House Made Pickles and Preserves, Crostini

Mains

Five Spice Duck Confit | $38

Spice Cured Duck Quarter, Roasted Parsnip Purée, Cherry Reserve Syrah Gastrique,

Caramelized Onions, Butter Braised Lentils du Puy 

Jarret D’agneau au Vin | $42

Tender Braised Lamb Shank, Reserve Malbec and Lamb Reduction, Root Vegetable Crisps, Persillade, Creamy Mashed Potatoes 

Fall Fungi Tagliatelle | $34

Butter Roasted Mushrooms, Wild Mushroom Cream, Seasonal Greens, Agrumato Oil, Tagliatelle Pasta, Parmigiano Reggiano 

Miso-Glazed Halibut |$55

Pan-Seared Atlantic Halibut, White Miso Glaze, Scallion Rice, Sake Yuzu Butter, Pickled Apple, Toasted Sesame Seeds

Black Angus Ribeye | $60

Grilled 10oz Wellington County Prime Ribeye, Maple Dijon Bacon Butter, Reserve Syrah Demi-Glace, Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Download Dinner Menu

PRIX-FIXE DINNER MENU

For Large Parties of 10 or More

3-Course Prix-Fixe Dinner $75 per person. Pricing does not include taxes and gratuities.

Appetizers

Peninsula Ridge Soup Du Jour

Chef Inspired Local Ingredients

OR

Chef’s Caesar Salad

Crisp Romaine, Applewood Smoked Bacon Bits, Garlic Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon Caper Dressing

OR

Niagara Greens Salad

Baby Greens, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, Roasted Squash, Croutons, Maple-Balsamic Vinaigrette

Mains

Fall Fungi Tagliatelle 

Butter Roasted Mushrooms, Wild Mushroom Cream, Seasonal Greens, Agrumato Oil, Tagliatelle Pasta, Parmigiano Reggiano

OR

Striploin Steak

Grilled AAA 8oz Beef Striploin, Maple Dijon Bacon Butter, Red Wine Demi-Glace, Creamy Mashed Potatoes

OR

Five Spice Duck Confit

Spice Cured Duck Quarter, Cherry Reserve Syrah Gastrique, Creamy Mashed Potatoes

OR

Grilled Chicken Piccata

Grilled Chicken Breast, Lemon Pinot Grigio Sauce, Capers and Herbs, Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Desserts

Crème Brûlée

Chef Inspired Flavours, Fresh Berries, Biscoff Cookie

Can be prepared Gluten Free

OR

Dessert Feature

Chef Inspired Creation

Download Prix-Fixe Dinner Menu

DESSERT

Almond Tea Cake | $12

House Made Almond Brown Butter Cake, Honey Spiced Poached Pear, Orange Pekoe Infused Crème Anglaise, Toasted Almonds

Crème Brûlée | $12

Chef Inspired Flavours, Fresh Berries, Biscoff Cookie

Autumn Cheesecake | $12

New York Style Cheesecake, Pumpkin Jam, Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Salted Caramel

Specialty Coffee/Tea

Spanish Coffee (Coffee Liqueur and Brandy) | $10.5

 

B52 Coffee (Bailey’s, Coffee Liqueur, and Grand Marnier) | $10.5

 

Irish Coffee (Jameson Irish Whiskey) | $10.5

 

Monte Cristo Coffee (Coffee Liqueur and Grand Marnier) | $10.5

 

Café Amaretto (Amaretto) | $10.5

 

Blueberry Tea (Amaretto, Grand Marnier, and Orange Pekoe) | $10.5

 

We Also Offer Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee and an Assortment of Teas

Icewines/Dessert Wines (2 oz)

2017 Vintner’s Private Reserve Ratafia Red | $12

 

2018 Vintner’s Private Reserve Ratafia White | $12

 

2023 Beal Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine | $14

We Also Offer a Selection of Digestifs and Liqueurs
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CHILDREN’S MENU

Our Chef’s Caesar Salad | $13

Chopped Fresh Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Crisp Bacon, Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano

OR

Beef Burger | $13

Served with a side of Chips

OR

Pasta, with your choice of sauce | $13

Tomato Sauce / Cream Sauce / Butter and Parmesan

ONLY AVAILABLE ON SUNDAY BRUNCH

French Toast | $13

Two Pieces of French Toast, Served with Maple Syrup

OR

Eggs and Toast | $13

Two Scrambled Eggs, Served with Toast

CHILDREN’S DESSERT

Ice Cream | $10

Vanilla Ice Cream, Served Plain or Topped with Chocolate Sauce

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