St. John's finest dining experience featuring Newfoundland ingredients with European technique. Intimate atmosphere in historic building with impeccable service and wine program.
Raymonds on Water Street in St. John's, Newfoundland is widely regarded as the finest restaurant in Atlantic Canada and has brought national and international attention to the culinary potential of Newfoundland's extraordinary natural larder. Chef Jeremy Charles and sommelier Jeremy Bonia opened the restaurant in a handsomely renovated heritage building in the heart of downtown St. John's, committing to a menu built around ingredients that Newfoundland and Labrador produce in abundance: salt cod, seal, partridgeberries, brewis, Labrador tea, and the province's incomparable seafood. The preparation draws on classical European technique without abandoning the soul of the ingredients — the result is food that is simultaneously refined and unmistakably Newfoundland. The wine programme, overseen by Bonia, has won international recognition and is considered one of the best in Canada by any measure. The dining room is intimate and handsome: exposed stone, warm lighting, and a service team that manages to be simultaneously professional and warmly informal in the Newfoundland tradition. Reservations are essential and should be made well in advance by visitors to the province.
Signature dishes
- Newfoundland Cod — $48
- Tasting Menu — $125
Good to know
- Hours
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Tuesday-Saturday
- Reservations
- Required
Location
95 Water St, St. John's, NL A1C 1A5
47.5638, -52.7089 View on map
Highlights
- The finest restaurant in Atlantic Canada, celebrating Newfoundland's exceptional natural larder
- Chef Jeremy Charles applies classical technique to cod, seal, partridgeberries, and foraged Newfoundland ingredients
- International award-winning wine programme overseen by sommelier Jeremy Bonia
- Intimate heritage building dining room in the heart of downtown St. John's
- National recognition as one of Canada's most important regional restaurants
Tips for visiting
- Book as far ahead as possible — this is one of the hardest reservations to get in Atlantic Canada
- The tasting menu is the most complete way to experience the range of Newfoundland ingredients
- The wine programme is exceptional and the sommelier team's pairings are worth the additional cost
- Dinner is the primary service — confirm current lunch availability when booking
- Water Street is in the heart of downtown St. John's and walkable from most city hotels
Accessibility
Raymonds is in a heritage building on Water Street. The entrance and main dining room are accessible; however, heritage building characteristics may affect full wheelchair access in some areas of the space. Contact the restaurant in advance to discuss specific accessibility requirements.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Raymonds really the best restaurant in Atlantic Canada?
Raymonds is consistently cited by Canadian food critics and guides as the finest restaurant in Atlantic Canada, and it has brought national and international recognition to Newfoundland's cuisine.
What is the food like at Raymonds?
The menu celebrates Newfoundland ingredients — salt cod, fresh seafood, local berries, foraged plants, and game — prepared with classical European technique. The result is refined but deeply connected to the province's food identity.
How far in advance should I book?
Raymonds is one of the hardest reservations in Atlantic Canada to obtain. Booking as far ahead as possible — ideally several weeks for weekend evenings — is strongly advised.
Is the wine programme really exceptional?
Yes. Sommelier Jeremy Bonia's wine programme has received international recognition. The list is extensive, thoughtfully curated, and the team's table-side guidance is excellent.
Where exactly is Raymonds?
The restaurant is at 95 Water Street in downtown St. John's, Newfoundland, a short walk from the harbourfront and the main hotel district.