The Dish Cafe

38b 2nd St E, Kirkland Lake, ON P2N 1R5, Canada
+1 705-462-3200
$$$ Cafe
(93 Reviews)
Price Range $50–60

Welcome to The Dish Cafe, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Kirkland Lake, Ontario. This quaint cafe elevates your dining experience, offering a meticulously crafted menu that changes weekly, ensuring there's always something new and exciting to discover. Recommended by locals and visitors alike, The Dish Cafe is a must-visit destination that successfully merges fine dining with a cozy atmosphere.

As you step inside, you're greeted by a warm ambiance, enhanced by soft lighting that creates an inviting space to unwind. The decor strikes a balance between elegance and comfort, making it the perfect spot for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. The attentive staff set the tone for an enjoyable evening, ensuring that your experience is nothing short of exceptional.

While the cafe serves a variety of dishes that cater to diverse tastes, the spotlight is often on their exquisite three-course fixed menu. Popular items include their delectable beet salad, which bursts with flavor and freshness, and perfectly cooked steaks that are known to be a highlight of the menu. Diners rave about the polenta fries, a tasty accompaniment that adds a unique twist to the meal. For dessert, you'll find thoughtfully prepared offerings that leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

Customer testimonials echo the cafe's reputation. Oya AK praises, "Definitely recommended!" for their dynamic menu that keeps patrons coming back for more. Doug Arnold emphasizes both the great food and the attentive staff, noting, "Can't wait to go again." It's this level of care and quality that makes The Dish Cafe stand out in Kirkland Lake, a town often overshadowed in the culinary scene. In fact, Christopher Clarke boldly states it to be the "best gourmet dinner between Timmins, North Bay, and Rouyn-Noranda."

Of course, a meal is more than just the food; it's the experience. Steve Mcintosh recounts how the staff's responsiveness, exemplified by a swift fork replacement, adds to the overall enjoyment of the evening. Whether you're a local food lover or just passing through, The Dish Cafe offers an experience that is both delightful and memorable.

So, if you’re in Kirkland Lake, don’t miss out on the culinary magic at The Dish Cafe. Be sure to make a reservation, as this popular spot tends to fill up quickly. Immerse yourself in a dining experience that brings together exquisite cuisine, attentive service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere!

For more information, you can reach The Dish Cafe at +1 705-462-3200.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday

5:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday

5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

93 Reviews
Oya AK

21 Sep 2025

It’s a fine dining restaurant in KL. They chance their fix menu weekly which is three course meal. Definitely recommended! But, make sure you have reservation though.

Steve Mcintosh

31 Aug 2025

Couldn’t, get a very good photo due to the ambient lighting but that’s not what going to dinner is about, it’s about the food and this place nails it. The staff is awesome very friendly and on the ball, ( I accidentally knocked my fork on the floor and the host was across the room, she came over as soon as she had a minute and replaced it without me saying anything) nice wine selection and comfortable atmosphere aswell. Prices are awesome for 40$ you get a three course meal the app main and dessert. I had the garlic poached shrimp and it was fresh and full of flavour, then I had the steak with the blue cheese mashed potatoes. I asked for it cooked rare and it was perfectly done, tender and delicious. Then for dessert I had the sticky toffee pudding which was a great play on a traditional sticky toffee pudding, it was served with a cherry sauce and Chunks of sponge toffee instead of butterscotch and the change totally worked the sponge toffee added a nice texture and the cherries where a great addition to the dish.

Christopher Clarke

07 Aug 2025

Best gourmet dinner between Timmins, North Bay and Rouyn-Noranda. Would be considered great even in Ottawa-Toronto.

Robert Redmond

31 Jul 2025

I was given the recommendation to try this place by a client while in Timmins. After eating horrible food for 3 days while there as soon as I got into Kirkland Lake this was my first stop. The beet salad was really tasty. The steak was perfectly cooked and the polenta fries were delish. I would have liked the sauce on the steak to be hot and not luke warm. I didn't care for the feeling it left in my mouth. I didn't care for the sticky toffee pudding. The cranberry compote is too tart and didn't work for me. A mixed berry one would have made it way better. Beautiful presentations on the plates though.

Autumn Dini

23 Jul 2025

I can't express how much I enjoyed dinner here. We need more places like this, where the food is well thought out, perfectly executed and you can't wait to try something new.

Kerri Blais

22 Jul 2025

Absolutely amazing good. Fresh and delicious, we will be back!!

Doug Arnold

15 Jun 2025

Great food. Good value. Great presentation. Excellent and attentive staff. Can't wait to go again.

Kevin Tom

11 Jun 2025

Quaint little resto in the mining town. Coming from MTL, a foodie's paradise, this place can somewhat compete in the fine dining space. My appetizer and dessert were the best, while my striploin was rather pedestrian. It took more than 30 minutes to arrive, and unfortunately it came cold. The server promptly put in a second order, which was appreciated. The beef was cooked well to a medium-rare. I could have done without the the jar and dip for the fries, which made it more cumbersome to eat. The dessert was a bailey-coffee cheesecake, which I've never had before, and it was good. It came with granola and something akin to a Crunchie bar. To up their game, they should always bring the bottle of wine to show the customer. Even by the glass. 3.5/5.

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