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Restaurant in St. Anthony, Newfoundland and Labrador
What should I order at Lightkeepers Cafe?
What to order
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Fish And Chips
Recommended multiple times for being superb, fresh, and piping hot, with several reviews calling it one of the best they’ve had.
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Cod
Praised in several dishes and preparations, including fresh cod, batter fried cod, pan fried cod, and cod dinners, all described as delicious or exceptional.
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Seafood Chowder
Mentioned as a standout item, with reviews calling the chowder great and specifically praising the lightkeeper’s seafood chowder.
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Fish Cakes
Noted as especially impressive and even described as some of the best in Atlantic Canada.
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Halibut
Highlighted in the halibut steak and halibut dinners, both praised for being thick, amazing, and well prepared.
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Seafood Platter
Recommended for its generous portions and variety, including scallops, shrimp, cod, salmon, and halibut.
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Seafood Pasta
Mentioned positively as excellent, with one reviewer saying their wife found it especially good.
Details
Location
11 Fishing Point Rd, St. Anthony, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0K 4S0, CA
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 4 to 8 PM |
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| Tuesday | 4 to 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 4 to 8 PM |
| Thursday | 4 to 8 PM |
| Friday | 4 to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 4 to 8 PM |
| Sunday | 4 to 8 PM |
About Lightkeepers Cafe
Lightkeepers Cafe is a restaurant and seafood restaurant in St. Anthony, Newfoundland and Labrador. It serves seafood and Newfoundland classics, with dishes like fish and chips, pan fried cod, fish cakes, chowder, calamari, mussels, and halibut steak mentioned often in reviews. Reviewers consistently praise the ocean and lighthouse views, along with the chance to see icebergs and whales from the dining room or outdoor seating. They also frequently note friendly, fast service and reasonable prices.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Live music
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Lightkeepers Cafe known for?
Lightkeepers Cafe is best known for fish and chips, pan fried cod, and its oceanfront lighthouse view in St. Anthony. Reviewers also point to iceberg and whale watching from the windows as part of the experience, along with fresh local seafood and friendly service.
What dishes are most recommended at Lightkeepers Cafe?
Reviewers most often recommend the fish and chips, pan fried cod, fish cakes, seafood chowder, and calamari. Other dishes that came up positively include mussels, halibut steak, bacalao cakes, and shrimp and scallops.
What is the atmosphere like at Lightkeepers Cafe?
The atmosphere is scenic and a little busy, with window seats, outdoor seating, and views over the Atlantic Ocean and the lighthouse cliff. It suits couples, small groups, and travelers stopping after an iceberg or whale-watching tour, and reviewers mention it can feel cramped when full at supper.
Is Lightkeepers Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is CA$20–30, and reviewers describe the prices as reasonable for the setting and seafood quality. Several mention that the portions are filling, with shared plates like fish and chips and chowder leaving two people full.
Do you need a reservation or is there usually a wait?
The cafe accepts reservations, and reviewers say it can be very busy at supper, so booking ahead is a good idea. One review noted no wait to get in, but also that it filled up quickly, especially for dinner.
Is parking available at Lightkeepers Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Lightkeepers Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, Lightkeepers Cafe is good for kids.
