After a long day of driving the Trans Canada (and more hours ahead to Sault Ste. Marie), we worried that the Wendy's/Tim Horton's we passed some miles back had been our last hope for a fast and (halfway) decent meal. Sit-down restaurants were out, as our dog was traveling with us. Lo and behold, Nibbler's popped up on the roadside, and we couldn't have been happier.
We opted for a small poutine and the Huron walleye dinner (the most expensive of the lot, but can't get much more local than that!) Not eating beef, we wondered if questioning the poutine gravy would be met with hostility or amusement, but the ladies in the truck cheerfully let us know that our options were turkey gravy (YAY!) or beef, so hooray for making the out of towners feel welcome.
Those first few bites of piping hot fish with lemon and tartar were eyes-rolling-up good (though the effect might have been *slightly* enhanced by our relief at finally having food in front of us). The side of chips was fresh and delicious, and the poutine seemed serviceable, though we lack experience in that particular food category to make a real judgement as to its quality/authenticity. It certainly hit the spot for us.
Seating is at picnic tables in front of the truck or behind, which was perfect for us and our dog. Toilets are available (outhouses), AND (the best part) they take credit cards! Other items (hot dogs, etc.) available for non-fish eaters.
A great pit stop along the Trans Canada for a good meal and a stretch. read more