Headwaters Restaurant at Millcroft Inn & Spa

$$$$ • Restaurant, Hotels

55 John Street, Alton, ON L7K 0C4

About Headwaters Restaurant at Millcroft Inn & Spa

Headwaters Restaurant at Millcroft Inn & Spa offers an exceptional dining experience with its award-winning cuisine and serene ambiance overlooking the Mill Pond and Shaw's Creek Falls. Executive Chef James Buder's menus feature fresh, organic, and natural ingredients from the local area, resulting in delectable and seasonal dishes that impress even the most discerning palates. Guests often praise the warm and attentive service, with servers like Fred and Vanessa being noted for their friendly and charming demeanor. The restaurant is known for its fast service, warm bread, and tasty starters such as Caesar and Organic Greens, which arrive promptly and enhance the meal. Main courses like Lamb and Swordfish are often served warm and delicious, with some guests sharing a strawberry dessert to finish their meal. Visitors appreciate the quiet, comfortable tables that provide a perfect setting for conversation and relaxation, and staff members are attentive without being intrusive, making guests feel welcome and well cared for. While some find the prices a bit steep, the restaurant’s great food, beautiful scenery, and friendly service create a memorable experience. Overall, Headwaters Restaurant provides a unique spot to unwind, celebrate, and enjoy good food in a peaceful setting.

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  • Jun 2026

    We stayed at the Inn and had picked the room with dinner & breakfast package for our one-night stay. Turns out, this package is terrific value if you do plan on a 3-course meal and breakfast.

    The location of this restaurant is beautiful. I mean, an 1800s mill, by a nice brook, with a clear view of the waterfall in a semi-private space. How do you beat that! So the food you say? We ordered asparagus & fennel veloute, fish cakes to start, rabbit, and fish stew for mains and shared a lemon desert. All washed down by a bottle of very decent Italian Pinot Griggio.

    The entire meal was perfectly done and executed in presentation, taste, and flavours. Jackie &...read full review

  • May 2026

    Our server Jackie was amazing. We both have gluten and dairy intolerance and she was went above and beyond to ensure that everything we ate was fine. Even brought us gluten-free bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. She knew the menu well and was very friendly and professional the whole time! 

  • May 2026

    Love that they have vegan options!! I really hope they keep that option available as the dishes were lovely. The Kihi was our favorite and the Agnolotti main was good as well. Our server Jackie was an absolutely gem, so professional, skilled, and such a lovely vibe! All the staff are great at what they do. The atmosphere of the mill is also wonderfully peaceful especially as an escape from the bustling city.

Hours

Monday: 5 - 9PM
12 - 2:30PM
7:30 - 10AM
Tuesday: 7:30 - 10AM
12 - 2:30PM
5 - 9PM
Wednesday: 5 - 9PM
7:30 - 10AM
Thursday: 7:30 - 10AM
12 - 2:30PM
5 - 9PM
Friday: 5 - 9PM
12 - 2:30PM
7:30 - 10AM
Saturday: 8 - 10:30AM
5 - 9PM
12 - 2:30PM
Sunday: 8 - 10:30AM
12 - 2:30PM
5 - 9PM

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