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: 4.6

4.6 (1245)

CAN$51 and over

Continental

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

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Continental, French / Canadian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(905) 468-2165
Website
https://oban.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Beil Wong

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

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Popular dishes

Pork SchnitzelCA$42.00
Crispy, Golden- Breaded Pork Cutlet, Pan Fried to perfection with Frisee Salad, Balsamic Honey Grain Mustard Sauce, Crispy Golden Fingerling Potatoes with Seasonings, Grilled Half Lemon
AAA Beef TenderloinCA$50.00
Tender Premium Beef Tenderloin topped with Wild Mushroom Sauce, Grilled Asparagus lightly Seasoned,Dijon Mustard with Maple Syrup Sauce, Crispy Golden Fingerling Potatoes with Seasonings
Lamb ChopCA$48.00
Premium Australian Lamb Chop, Grilled to Tender, Juicy and finished with a Smooth Herb Sauce Fresh Green Beans, Lightly Sautéed with touch of Garlic and Olive Oil, Crispy Purple Potatoes
Truffle Chicken SupremeCA$38.00
Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Homemade Sundried Tomatoes with Fresh Herb Sauce, Wild Mushroom Risotto
TroutCA$36.00
Seared Trout with Tomato Caper Salsa, Fresh Green Beans, Lightly Sautéed with Garlic Confit, Carrots, Celery Root Puree
Lobster LinguiniCA$42.00
Fresh Atlantic Lobster Meat, tarragon & Fennel, Mascarpone Cream Sauce, Chives
Scallops & Tiger ShrimpCA$40.00
Pan Seared Scallops & Black Tiger Shrimp, Sweet Corn, Herb Oil, Balsamic Reduction
Duck ConfitCA$36.00
A centuries-old French Dish. Double Smoked Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash Seasonal Vegetables, Balsamic Reduction

Starters

Housemade SoupCA$16.00
Chef's Daily Creation
Caesar SaladCA$19.00
Romaine Lettuce, Soft Boiled Egg with Anchovy Core, Bacon, Creamy Roasted Garlic Dressing, Parmigiano Reggiano, Garlic Crostini
Greek SaladCA$19.00
Spring Lettuce, Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Tomatoes, Feta Cheese, Djon Mustard Lemon-Lime Vinaigrette Dressing, Kalamata Olives
PEI MusselsCA$22.00
Red Onion, Capers, Dill, White Wine, Lemon Cream Sauce
Salmon TartareCA$24.00
Smoked Salmon minced, with Herbs and Citrus Mayo, Toasted Brioche
Market Fresh OysterCA$26.00
Six- Fresh Atlantic Oyster, freshly shucked and served with Red Wine Vinegar and Pickled Green Onion Sauce, Lemon Wedges
Crab CakesCA$22.00
Atlantic Shore Crab Meat, Chili Citrus Remoulade, Lemon and Truffle Greens
Fresh Sliced BaguetteCA$6.00
Served with Salted Butter

What 1,245 people are saying

Restaurant Oban Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Toronto / Ontario
Continental

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Restaurant Oban Inn offers "excellent food and service" in an intimate setting overlooking beautiful gardens. While some reviews note a "noisy" ambiance and minor inconsistencies with new menu items, the staff, including standout servers like Jimmy, ensure a positive dining experience. Highlights include the lamb chops and mussels, making it a favorite in Niagara on the Lake.

1,245 Reviews

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Larry
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was excellent for everyone in our party. The service from Jimmy was very good and he was very friendly. The prices were very reasonable. Altogether a great experience. A little noisy. Gardens outside were beautiful too!!
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Angelo
Toronto / Ontario1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Was good. Just didn’t have anything but the nice flower garden that was exceptional. Caesar salad was ok , Lamb Chop portion was small. Would have expected 3 chops not two. Server was good . Tho service in the back room , however was never asked if I wanted a refill on my soda. Find away to elevate the food and the experience to make my next visit an easy choice.
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Stephanie VIP
Toronto / Ontario3 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious, service was great. Portions were small and decor is a bit dated and could use a refresh.
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Doug
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dinner was excellent, but it was very noisy in the restaurant
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Susan
Toronto / Ontario8 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Intimate dining room that overlooks a beautiful garden. Service was great, and made sure we were done in time to catch the 7 pm show at Shaw. Menu offers lots of choices. We started with the mussels and then the lamb chops. Everything was cooked to perfection! Of all the upscale restaurants in Niagara on the Lake, the Oban Inn has been and continues to be our favorite.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
New Jersey13 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Pleasantly surprised at how good our meal was as ambiance was a little lacking. Our mussels appetizer was outstanding.
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Brian
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The waiters and food and wine were a good experience
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Jordan
Toronto / Ontario36 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time. Jimmy was a wonderful server - very helpful and knowledgeable. He and the kitchen were very accommodating with my dairy allergy. Will be back!
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Claire
Toronto / Ontario5 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
This restaurant has always been a favourite. Jimmy would take care of us and the food was super. However, this time around it was very poor. Unfortunately, Jimmy was off so we had another waitress who was lovely but not very attentive. There were 3 of us. We all ordered the tenderloin but not one of them was cooked to order: the well done was pink, the medium rare was rare and in one place blue/raw, and mine was blue/raw. The other two diners ate what they could but mine was sent back. Second time around was a bit better but parts of it were still blue/raw. They did deduct my meal from the bill. Apparently they have a new chef and new menu. Neither were as good as before. Please Oban return the old menu and either serve a different type of steak so it is cooked to order correctly or remove the beef option altogether. Finally, please put cherries back in the Shirley Temple as every little girl expects these and ensure everything is served at the same time - olives came after most of the bread was eaten. I do, however, recommend the crab cakes.
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Calvin VIP
Toronto / Ontario33 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Fantastic waitress from Germany. Gave us more bread for mussels
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Restaurant Oban Inn is rated 4.6 stars by 1245 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

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 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
Neighborhood
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
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
Beil Wong
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 reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Ask Concierge
AI Beta

Popular dishes

Duck Confit

Crab Cakes

PEI Mussels

Menu

Main

Pork SchnitzelCA$42.00

AAA Beef TenderloinCA$50.00

Lamb ChopCA$48.00

Truffle Chicken SupremeCA$38.00

TroutCA$36.00

Lobster LinguiniCA$42.00

Scallops & Tiger ShrimpCA$40.00

Duck ConfitCA$36.00

Starters

Housemade SoupCA$16.00

Caesar SaladCA$19.00

Greek SaladCA$19.00

PEI MusselsCA$22.00

Salmon TartareCA$24.00

Market Fresh OysterCA$26.00

Crab CakesCA$22.00

Fresh Sliced BaguetteCA$6.00

What 1,245 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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