Ivy Restaurant

Thousand Islands


In a charming waterfront spot about 12km east of Gananoque, this beautifully refurbished restaurant belonging to the opulent Ivy Lea Club marina is open to the public. Casual patio lunches and Sunday brunches are more affordable ways to enjoy the stunning environment, but evening fine dining is available. If you fancy a half-chicken, go for the buttermilk-marinaded fried Cornwall hen.

Otherwise, just stop by for a look and a lick: there's an incredible ice-cream booth out front.


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