One of the oldest continuously operating eateries in Niagara Falls, the Hi-Lite has anchored the downtown Queen Street strip for over nine decades. A 2020 renovation leaned into its retro diner character while keeping a menu of hearty breakfasts, classic lunch plates, and Greek specialties such as gyros.
More neighbourhood mainstay than tourist attraction, it remains a well-loved everyday spot for locals and a piece of the downtown core's revival.
Verified July 2026
Yes — Hi-Lite Restaurant is family-friendly.
Mon 8am-4pm; Tue-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat 8am-4pm; Sun closed; closed all holidays. Always confirm current hours before visiting.
Distances are measured in a straight line, not along walking or driving routes. Check the route before setting out.
Attraction · CanadaWhirlpool Aero Car1.3 km straight-line
tour · CanadaNiagara Helicopters1.4 km straight-line
Attraction · CanadaGreat Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls1.5 km straight-line
Attraction · CanadaBird Kingdom1.5 km straight-line
Attraction · CanadaFallsview Indoor Waterpark1.6 km straight-line
restaurant · CanadaMassimo's Italian Fallsview Restaurant1.7 km straight-lineThese places require an international border crossing. Straight-line distances do not include the journey to a bridge, the crossing, or any wait. Check your route and border entry requirements before planning a visit.
Happening now
Niagara Falls · Canada
Nightly fireworks at 10 p.m., May 15–October 12, 2026, weather permitting. Free viewing from the Canadian and U.S. sides of the Falls.
Free public viewing; parking charges may apply.
Through Oct 12, 2026
Sat, Oct 10, 2026
Niagara Falls · Canada
The 2026 market runs Saturdays, May 23–October 10, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at MacBain Community Centre on Montrose Road.
Purchases are priced by individual vendors. Check the City’s current admission information.
Sun, Oct 18, 2026
Niagara Falls · Canada
Explore participating heritage sites in Niagara Falls, Ontario, on October 18, 2026. Admission is free; some sites require advance registration.
Free admission to participating sites. Advance registration is required at some locations.
