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Best Restaurants With a View in PEI

Where the View is as Good as the Food

There’s no denying that Prince Edward Island is the holy grail of incredible food and breathtaking views – so why not do what you can to merge the two? If you’re looking for direction for where to go to make the most out of your dining experience, here’s a list that will meet the mark.

Top of the Park

The Top of the Park restaurant overlooking the Charlottetown Driving Track at Red Shores is an Island favourite, and for good reason! The award-winning culinary team strives to make a delicious and unique dining experience using local ingredients. Paired with a table in the three-tiered dining room, you’re ensured a spectacular view of the track, and you’ll be as close to the action as you can get!

Photo via Red Shores

FiN Folk Food

Sat on the doorstep of Tracadie Beach, FiN Folk Food serves up delicious seafood classics with a side of breathtaking beauty. Sit outside on their wrap around patio, or upstairs in their dining room – no matter where you choose, you’ll be met with panoramic views of Tracadie Harbour and the Grand Dunes. If you’re truly a beach bum, you can take your meal to go and enjoy it right in the sand!

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Joey’s Deep-Sea Fishing

For those who are craving a real outing, how much more PEI can you get than eating a lobster roll on a fishing boat? A three-hour trip out to sea with Joey’s Deep-Sea Fishing will let you view PEI in a whole new light. Not to mention, spending time on deck learning about the Island’s oyster, mussel, and lobster industries with the crew is the most exciting kind of meal PEI has to offer!

Photo by Joey’s Deep Sea Fishing

The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout

If you’re after dinner with a side of down-home charm, look no further than The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout in Souris. Overlooking the Northumberland Strait, this charming coastal restaurant combines sweeping ocean views with East Coast hospitality, live music, and seafood straight from the water. Grab a seat on the deck, tap your toes to a fiddle tune, and savour a true taste of Island life.

Photo via The Fiddling Fisherman Lookout

Callaghan’s Restaurant & Bar

Nestled within the scenic Mill River Resort, this charming restaurant offers stunning vistas of the lush golf course fairways. Whether you’re savoring fresh Island seafood or indulging in other local delicacies, you can relish your meal while gazing out of the restaurant’s expansive windows. For a more relaxed atmosphere, enjoy a drink on the inviting patio and take in the picturesque surroundings.

Photo by The Red Head Roamer

Photo by Brady McCloskey

Prince Edward Island Preserve Co.

Sitting along the lovely River Clyde, the Prince Edward Island Preserve Co. has a stunning view to admire while you enjoy a meal. Whether you’re seated in the main restaurant itself, or grabbing a treat from the Garden Cafe, everyone has a clear view of the sparkling blue water and rolling green hills. After you’ve finished, take a stroll through their expansive gardens for even more beauty to behold.

Photo via Prince Edward Island Preserve Co.

Salt & Sol

Located above the Charlottetown Yacht Club, Salt & Sol boasts a picturesque view of the Charlottetown Harbour. Savour the freshest Island seafood and sip on exquisitely crafted drinks as you relax on their spacious and cozy patio. With the magnificent sunset painting the sky, you’re definitely in for a memorable evening.