Eat Like a Local in Moncton-Dieppe

The food scene in Moncton-Dieppe and its surrounding area is booming, and here’s what you need to know to take full advantage on your next trip. Visitors and local foodies alike love the unique festivals that celebrate the area’s diverse culinary offering. If you’re looking to treat your inner foodie, this is your vacation destination.

Unforgettable Dining Experiences

If you’re looking to level up your evening out or your lunch date, you’ve come to the right place! Moncton-Dieppe is filled with culinary adventures that will please every palate.

The area’s restaurants perfectly blend regional fare with international and innovative flavours. Those looking to be dazzled will not be disappointed. The hardest part? Deciding where to start! Here are some popular choices among the locals:

In the mood for a class or a tasting? You’ll undoubtedly find what you’re looking for at Brix Experience, a unique place that specializes in tailored cooking classes, mixology classes, guided tasting sessions, and more!

Get Your Seafood Fill in the Lobster Capital of the World

Just a short drive away from Moncton-Dieppe is the seaside town of Shediac, known as the Lobster Capital of the World. A title it lives up to every year in July during the Shediac Lobster Festival. In addition to a variety of tasting events and lobster-themed activities, visitors can enjoy live music and entertainment as well as a large amusement park. Lobster roll, anyone?

If you’d like even more seafood in your life, Shediac is home to dozens of seafood and seaside restaurants to please the stomach and the eye. Here are a few you can try:

Sip and Savour Local Flavours

The Moncton-Dieppe region is home to a flourishing craft beer and wine scene. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing patio tasting or a weekend taproom tour, we’ve got you covered. The Moncton Coliseum is home to the ever-popular Wine Expo and East Coast Bevcon—these annual events are a great spot to taste all of the local flavours!

Craft Beer

The region’s brewmasters are as passionate as they are creative, and you can really taste the commitment to quality in their products. In Moncton-Dieppe alone, we have over 10 breweries you can try! Here are some fan favourites:

Wineries & Cideries

Imagine you’re sitting on a patio overlooking the city or on a beautiful terrace among the vines, enjoying a delightfully crisp glass of local wine or cider. The wine and cider scenes in the area are relatively young, but they are fizzing with energy! As if the delicious products weren’t enough to convince you to pop in for a visit, the dreamy views of each location will completely take you in:

Morning at the Market

If you want to really get to know the city you’re visiting, there’s no better place than the local farmers’ market. Every Saturday morning, local farmers, artisans, producers, and bakers come together to offer fresh produce, tasty treats, specialty crafts, and smiling faces to locals and visitors.

In Moncton-Dieppe, we are lucky enough to have TWO incredible farmers’ markets where visitors can truly immerse themselves in the local culture and community and learn about the region. Grab your basket, and let’s hit the stalls!

Cup of Joy

Coffee enthusiasts will find many reasons to love Moncton-Dieppe, from the quality of our roasts to the warm atmosphere of our coffee shops, where you can sit back, relax and enjoy your specialty cup with a good book or a great conversation. Many of the coffee shops in town are bustling community hubs that often support various causes and organize events.

If you’re up for a more interactive coffee experience, head to Epoch Chemistry Coffee House. You’ll be treated to a delicious coffee tasting session provided by their very knowledgeable baristas, who will guide you through various types of coffee roasts and brewing methods. Be sure to book in advance on their website!