If you’re anything like us, your weekend plans revolve around food. Whether you’re brunching, lunching, or midnight snacking, Windsor and Essex County have been serving up some serious deliciousness lately—and we’re here to help you chase those flavour highs.
Here are 8 things you need to eat in Windsor this weekend before your stomach gets FOMO.
🍠 Ube Cheesecake from Erie Street Gastropub
If desserts had main character energy, this would be it. Erie Street Gastropub just dropped their Japanese Ube Cheesecake and it’s as dreamy as it sounds—gluten-free, silky smooth, and draped in a coconut vanilla creamy sauce that tastes like a warm hug in dessert form.
Pair it with a coffee and enjoy your main character moment.
🍔 Bang Bang Shrimp Burger from Garfield’s
This burger has absolutely no chill—and we love that for it. Meet Garfield’s Bang Bang Shrimp Burger, the April burger of the month and your new obsession. A juicy half-pound beef patty gets cozy with crispy shrimp, bang bang sauce, greens, and just the right kick of heat.
It’s only here ‘til the end of the month, so get on it before it ghost you.
🐟 Nashville Hot Cod Sandwich from Mamo Burger Bar
Fish Friday just got a spicy upgrade. Mamo is bringing the heat with their Nashville Hot Cod Sandwich, a cult classic that first made waves at Georgia Rae’s. It’s first come, first served, so if you’re craving crispy cod with southern sass, you better hustle.
🌮 Shrimp Tostada from Taco Tony
Looking for a snack with crunch, zing, and a little va-va-voom? Taco Tony’s Shrimp Tostada checks all the boxes. It’s loaded with juicy shrimp, creamy avocado, zesty salsa, and stacked on a crispy tostada shell.
It’s light, bold, and perfect for patio weather. Grab two. You deserve it.
🍝 Spaghetti ‘Nduja from Cucina 360
Pasta lovers, this one’s for you. Spaghetti ‘Nduja is the spicy, saucy, slightly scandalous dish you didn’t know you needed this weekend. Made with cured Calabrian sausage, cherry tomatoes, and creamy ricotta, it’s giving flavour bomb in all the right ways.
Only available for a limited time, so run, don’t walk.
🥩 Carpaccio di Manzo from O’Sarracino
If elegance was a dish, this would be it. O’Sarracino is slicing things up with their Carpaccio di Manzo—paper-thin beef tenderloin served with arugula, tangy mustard glaze, and shaved parmesan.
It’s fancy without the fuss. Bonus points if you pair it with a glass of wine and pretend you’re dining al fresco in Rome.
🐟 Cajun Salmon from Mezzo Ristorante & Lounge
Mezzo is spicing up your weekend with their Cajun Grilled Salmon, topped with a sweet mango chutney and served over basmati rice and sautéed rapini. It’s light, fresh, and a solid reminder that healthy can still taste like a cheat meal.
🍞 French Toast from North 42 Estate Winery
Weekend brunch plans = solved. North 42’s house-made brioche French Toast is stacked high with whipped cream, fruit compote, powdered sugar, and a drizzle of maple syrup that’ll make your sweet tooth swoon.
Even better? It comes with a wine pairing recommendation—sip an Off Road Riesling and let the bubbles do the brunch-time magic.
Whether you’re in the mood for crispy seafood, cheeky pastas, or sweet indulgences, Windsor and Essex County are not playing around this weekend. So grab your stretchy pants, make a reservation (or three), and eat your way through these must-try dishes.
Tag us in your foodie adventures—we’ll be drooling right along with you. 😋
