Celebrated table
The story
LIV Restaurant sits at 253 Taylor Road in Niagara-on-the-Lake, one of Canada's most celebrated wine regions and a destination that draws visitors for its vineyards, scenery, and increasingly, its food. The restaurant is part of the White Oaks resort and earns its place on the map with a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2025 — a recognition that speaks directly to the quality and depth of its wine program.
The farm-to-table philosophy at LIV means the kitchen draws on what the Niagara Peninsula does best: locally grown produce, seasonal ingredients, and a genuine connection to the land that surrounds it. Dinner here is shaped by that regional identity, with a menu that shifts to reflect what's available close to home rather than chasing trends from afar.
The Wine Spectator Award of Excellence is not handed out lightly, and for a restaurant in Niagara-on-the-Lake — a region defined by its viticulture — a strong wine list is both expected and essential. LIV meets that standard, pairing its farm-to-table dinner menu with a selection that does justice to both local Ontario producers and the broader world of wine.
Recognition