If you’re looking for places to eat near North Hatley, there are two main areas to consider: Ayer’s Cliff—home to Auberge Ayer’s Cliff and Le Riverain, on the Massawippi Lake side—and Magog—home to La Memphré, Pinocchio, and Comme Chez Soi, on the Lake Memphremagog side. Here’s how to choose, starting from Station Chêne Rouge in North Hatley.
Restaurants in Ayer’s Cliff
Ayer’s Cliff Inn (1087 Main Street). A varied menu featuring appetizers, meat dishes, seafood, and pasta; an outdoor patio that Tourisme Memphrémagog describes as one of the most beautiful in the region; live music indoors; pets welcome. A laid-back spot popular with cyclists and motorcyclists.
Le Riverain (Ripplecove, 700 Ripplecove Road). A fine-dining à la carte restaurant featuring local and seasonal ingredients, with an ever-changing tasting menu, lunch, and brunch; a fireplace in the dining room and a terrace overlooking the lake. Open to the public, not just hotel guests. Reservations required.
Restaurants in Magog
La Memphré Microbrewery (12 Merry Sud Street). A microbrewery pub near the lake, with a patio, a kids’ menu, and vegetarian options. Highly rated on TripAdvisor, it’s the perfect spot to sample local beers.
Pinocchio and Comme Chez Soi restaurants. Two restaurants serving French and Canadian cuisine, both highly rated by travelers on TripAdvisor. According to reviews, Pinocchio stands out for its signature dish.
Taverne 1855. A more upscale tavern, perfect for a casual meal without having to sit at the main table.
Ayer’s Cliff or Magog: Which One to Choose?
Ayer’s Cliff is closer and quieter: enjoy a meal on the patio or by the lake, with no traffic. Magog offers more choices and variety, especially in the evening and during peak season. For a late dinner after staying with us, head to Ayer’s Cliff. To go out on the town, head to Magog. Hours and reservations vary by season: call before you go.
And in North Hatley
If you’d rather stay in the village, our North Hatley restaurant guide features lakeside dining options. For farm-to-table dining, check out the Eastern Townships’ country restaurants, and for a full weekend itinerary, see “48 Hours in North Hatley.”
Stay with us, eat out at all the nearby places
Station Chêne Rouge, in North Hatley, is a nature-focused country club located 1 hour and 30 minutes from Montreal: you sleep in the forest and head out for meals. If you visit often, the country club membership costs $149 per year and offers a 30% discount on stays from Sunday through Thursday and a 15% discount on Fridays, Saturdays, and holidays. See the membership page for details.
At the Auberge Ayer’s Cliff, for its terrace and varied menu, or at the Riverain, the gourmet restaurant at the Ripplecove Hotel, with a view of the lake.
La Memphré Microbrewery, Pinocchio Restaurant, Comme Chez Soi, and Taverne 1855 are among the highly rated spots on TripAdvisor.
For Le Riverain and the restaurants in Magog in the evening, yes. Hours vary by season: please call to confirm.
At Station Chêne Rouge in North Hatley: glamping accommodations in the forest, 1 hour and 30 minutes from Montreal.
