Welcome To
The Garden's Gate
Farm to Table
Eat fresh this season!
Located on Highway 542 in Tehkummah Ontario. Ten minutes from South Baymouth.
Welcome to The Garden's Gate
Nestled among the gardens, creek, and cedar-lined pathways of Manitoulin Island, The Garden's Gate offers more than a meal. It offers a place to slow down, gather, and enjoy the beauty of the season.
Our menu is thoughtfully prepared by Chef Kevin Hemstreet using locally sourced ingredients, garden-grown produce, and fresh seasonal flavours. Whether you're joining us for lunch, dinner, takeout, or a special experience, you'll find food made with care and served with heart.
Beyond the restaurant, guests are invited to explore the garden, discover original artwork, meet our featured artists, and take part in the unique atmosphere that has made The Garden's Gate a favourite destination for locals and visitors alike.
Hours
Thursday–Saturday
12 PM – 8 PM
BEGINNING JUNE 23
Tuesday–Saturday
12 PM – 8 PM
Reservations Recommended 
705-859-1422
316 Hwy 542, Tehkummah, Ontario
What You'll Find Here
Seasonal, chef-prepared meals
Garden-grown and locally sourced ingredients
Original artwork and artist residencies & workshops SEE MORE
Private garden dining experiences SEE MORE
Dine-in and takeout
Alcohol-free by choice
A Place to Gather
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, sharing a meal with friends, exploring Manitoulin Island, or simply looking for a beautiful place to unwind, we're honoured to welcome you.
We look forward to sharing the season with you.
Explore our Events Calendar and follow along on Facebook and Instagram for upcoming experiences, featured artists, and seasonal updates.
Visit our EVENTS CALENDAR
Follow Us on FB and IG @thegardensgatemanitouin for up to date details and day to day goings on!
Private, hosted experiences designed to be enjoyed in a relaxed garden setting.
From curated dining to immersive, guided experiences, each offering invites you to slow down, connect, and experience the land in a more meaningful way.
Serving up the Best of Manitoulin!
About The Garden's Gate
Serving Since 1991
An antique farmhouse turned restaurant and market tucked away between creek and farm, surrounded by flower beds and an organic herb and vegetable gardens. Offering market grocery items and fine dining. The chefs’ total focus is pleasing your palate and appetite with food prepared from scratch using locally grown and raised meats and produce. The atmosphere of Garden's Gate is artsy and earthy!
Step through the Garden’s Gate and join us!
Testimonials
"Wow. Definitely did not expect such good customer service and food in the middle of nowhere. Great vegan and vegetarian options. Incredible service. Place is so nice and homey. Huge garden outside"
- Yauheni B.
"Loved it. Beautiful spot. Great food and service. Its for sale if you are looking to buy a restaurant. If you do please don't run it into the ground as we want to do back next time we are on the island."
- David Munro
"Wonderful hosts and Wonderful foods. We brought our vegan friend and she loved the choices and her meal. Just a super place to end a fantastic day on the island."
- John Rozon
