Welcome Back to In My Own Backyard!
This week I just have to share an amazing restaurant that I stumbled across while road tripping along the beautiful shores of Lake Erie (a full itinerary of one of the best roadtrips in Ontario will follow).
We all love finding unique restaurants, with yummy food, and the most incredible views, whether we are travelling abroad, or exploring locally. Well I have found one and if you are ever in the area of Turkey Point, Ontario you just have to go!
Related: Essentials for the Perfect Roadtrip
Marshview Patio
Marshview Patio is tucked away within the Long Point UNESCO biosphere reserve located just outside of Turkey Point over-looking Lake Erie and the Turkey Point Marsh. Seating for this restaurant is all outdoors so don’t expect food during acclimate weather. However, on a sunny summer day you will be able to lounge on the patio while gazing at the most incredible view of the largest marsh I have ever seen with one of Ontario’s Great Lakes in the background.
The food served at Marshview Patio is made from fresh ingredients which are locally grown. I wouldn’t expect to return a second time and order the same thing as the menu changes frequently (I sure hope they keep the Farmer’s burger).
When I was at the Marshview Patio, several different types of salads were being offered, as well as burgers, wraps and fish tacos. The portions are HUGE so make sure that you are hungry when you go. The patio is licensed and the day I was there the feature drink of the day was watermelon mojito. It was super hot and the drink was so refreshing and very large.
If you are enjoying the views and aren’t ready to leave after your meal, you might want to visit the beer truck and lounge in the beer gardens for awhile.
Tip: If the Gourmet Farmer’s Burger is on the menu, I HIGHLY recommend it. It is by far the best burger I have ever had. The fries are also right up there at the top as well.
The most amazing thing about this food (other than being so good) is that it is all made from a food truck. Believe me when I tell you that you would never know.
After you finish eating, I am sure that you will need to take a walk on one of the trails … you will be stuffed and will need to walk it off.
I really hope that you get the chance to visit the Marshview Patio. You won’t regret it! BUT, if you want to check out more eateries, wineries or breweries in the area, there are many to explore.
Well that’s another check mark off the list. I’m off to explore more in my own backyard! Until next time ……
Bon Appetite 🙂
Kelly xoxo
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Great article Kelly!
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Just One Passport
Thank you! I LOVED this pace. We need to go back so I can have another farmers burger 😆
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bethann56
This sounds amazing! After having owned a full-service fine dining restaurant I have ALWAYS said, if I EVER do it again it’ll be a food truck. They are so much more accepted these days and clientele base is larger and if you’re food is reaaly good or better, you WILL be successful!
I so hope to get up there soon. I’m just on the other side of Erie in Ohio! I haven’t checked lately, are the borders open from COVID?
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Just One Passport
They are not open☹ when you do come you need to let me know!
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bethann56
I’d LOVE to meet up with you…can you pull some strings 😉
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Just One Passport
I wish lol!
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LivingBetweentheLines
Wow! I’ve never seen food truck food look so good! They all sound amazing. The space looks like a pretty chill place to hang out, too. Thanks for sharing!
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Just One Passport
I have never tasted food from a food truck as good as this was! Best burger ever!
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Kelly
This looks like such a unique spot to visit! I had no clue Ontario had marshes like that and the food looks AMAZING 🙂 Yum!
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Just One Passport
This was my 1st time visiting but it won’t be my last! The food was so good and there was so much to do!
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Ramya
This place looks good to spend a day. One can have organic food and can burn the calories with a trail. The best thing is they ensure that the menu is not constant. This might attract most of the foodies I believe.
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Just One Passport
I agree. I also think this would be a great place for a foodie. Definitely not an upscale restaurant, but it honestly was some of the best food that I’ve tasted in a long time!
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Michelle
This looks like a great place to spend some time relaxing! I would love to try that watermelon mojito!!! It sounds fabulous!
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Just One Passport
It was so refreshing, especially with this hot weather we’ve been having. I’m going to try making it at home.
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By Land and Sea
What a great spot to eat and chill for a bit. The found looks delicious and the watermelon mojito sounds like something right up my alley!
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Just One Passport
The watermelon mojito was awesome. I’m going to try to make it this weekend. The food was the best I’ve tasted in a long time!
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Polly
That sounds like a fantastic spot. The food looks so delicious and this is the biggest mojito I have ever seen. Would absolutely love to have one!
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Just One Passport
It was not only the biggest mojito, it was also the best mojito that I’ve every had. I just loved everything about this place.
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Sarah Camp | In Search of Sarah
Thank you for this tip! I saw that fish taco pic on your IG hahaha – I need to go here now! I’m only about an hour from Port Dover so it shouldn’t be too much further from that. Thank you for the local tip! We’ll be exploring our own little area for now so this is great! I could totally go for a watermelon mojito right about now too.
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Just One Passport
You have to explore Norfolk County! There are several wineries although Burning Kiln is the best (right across the street from restaurant). Charlotteville Brewery is also the best brew pub I have been to, which is also in that are.
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13weekstravel
Now, this looks amazing and who would have thought the food from a food van will look so lush and tasty as you described it. I like these series where you’re exploring your area. It’s giving me ideas on the many things to do when I visit.
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Just One Passport
Thank you! It was honestly the best food I’ve had in awhile. I hope you are able to get to Canada. There is so much to see and do, and you must let me know it you come!
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Florin 🌍 (@FlorinSuciu)
oh my god, I’m craving those fries and that amazing burger. wonderful blog post, Kelly! 🙂
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Just One Passport
It was SOOOOO good. I’m thinking of going back for more this weekend lol.
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GGeorgina
Deep fried pickle!! Lol – I never knew there was such a thing until I lived in the USA! It’s nice though with a stacked burger! I do like your fish tacos which is I what I would probably go for. THe scene is lovely and seems a perfect getaway.
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Just One Passport
It was the perfect place to spend the day and the food couldn’t have been better! I will admit that I have never had a deep fried pickle on a burger before, but it was really good!
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Kanupriyaa
Omg the food looks so delicious. It feels so good to find a good restaurant near an amazing lake, I used to do that a lot when I lived in Pittsburgh!
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Just One Passport
The food was amazing and yes, i love sitting out on a patio with a view.
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Krista
That food is making me very, very hungry right now! I love that the restaurant is in a natural setting, with some great views too. It looks like the perfect place to stop and relax for a bit after some walking or hiking in the area!
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Just One Passport
I agree. It was great food with a fantastic view
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savannahrose1321
This restaurant looks so cool!! And the view is amazing😍 if I’m ever in the area, I’ll definitely check it out.
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Just One Passport
you have to! Its the perfect place to spend the day
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Aradhana Bakshi
Marshview Patio sounds like a treat esp the watermelon mojito and the fish tacos look very appetising!
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Just One Passport
I loved the mojito so much im going to try to make it myself
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bye:myself
Hm, clever clickbait: I thought this post would motivate me to go on a hike or do some sort of exercise. Instead, it made me very, very hungry – the burgers and the fries look just perfect! Is there booze in the watermelon mojito? Because I love fresh watermelon juice – never had it as a long drink, though.
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Just One Passport
There are hiking trails here. I had to do a short one after I ate. Of course there was booze with the watermelon. It was so light and refreshing!
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Anonymous
What a lovely restaurant! It’s amazing what talent chefs are able to produce from a food truck! I wish i would be traveling to the Great Lakes some time soon.
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Just One Passport
You will have to come once travel has opened up again!
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Sandy N Vyjay
Eating in a natural outdoor setting is always a great experience. The Marshview Patio looks really awesome. Can almost imagine sitting there and feeling the breeze while digging into some awesome food. It is also great to know that the restaurant sources local ingredients, which is sure to take the food to another level.
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Just One Passport
One of my favorite things to do is sit out on a patio and watch the world go by. The food was fantastic, and I think it is because everything was soooo fresh!
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Jackie
Everything at Marshview Patio looks just amazing! I am a big fan of fish-tacos, and it’s rare to find perch on the menu. Even better that it’s fresh from the lake. I would love to try one of those tall watermelon mojitos on a hot day, too. Yum, yum! This is my kind of place…beautiful views, walking trails, and delicious food. What more could you ask for? When I’m in the Ontario region, you can bet I’ll be stopping in here. 😀 Thanks for bringing Marshview Patio to my attention!
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Just One Passport
Jackie, this area of Ontario is know for its fresh water perch and you can get it at almost all restaurants. It is soooo good. So was the mojito.
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Travel See Write
While I am not necessarily a foodie but I love stumbling upon such hideaway restaurants. I love the fact that the food served at Marshview Patio is made from fresh ingredients which are locally grown. And, the portions look huge too. Maybe enough for my two meals 😛 And, that tall watermelon mojitos on a hot day is too cool to miss.
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Just One Passport
The food was amazing, especially since it was made fro ma food truck. The portions were huge and if we weren’t so hungry, they would have easily done 2 meals.
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