{"id":507857,"date":"2026-03-01T18:26:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-01T18:26:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/507857\/"},"modified":"2026-03-01T18:26:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-01T18:26:15","slug":"4-restaurants-that-opened-in-mississauga-pickering-and-oshawa-in-february-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/507857\/","title":{"rendered":"4 restaurants that opened in Mississauga, Pickering and Oshawa in February 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

A variety of new restaurants opened across the GTA in February, introducing everything from breakfast favourites and waterfront Mediterranean cuisine to street-food-inspired comfort dishes and nightlife dining experiences.<\/p>\n

Here are four restaurants that opened in Mississauga, Pickering and Oshawa:<\/p>\n

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Stacked Pancake House has opened a new location at the Winston Argentia Centre in Mississauga, marking the breakfast chain\u2019s third restaurant in the city.<\/p>\n

Located near the intersection of Winston Churchill Boulevard and Argentia Road, the restaurant specializes in breakfast and lunch favourites, with a focus on pancakes offered in more than a dozen varieties, including strawberry banana, chocolate chip cookie dough, NY blueberry cheesecake, strawberry with Nutella and birthday cake.<\/p>\n

The menu also features omelettes, eggs Benedict, hash browns, French toast, waffles and crepes, along with a kids\u2019 menu and lunch options such as sandwiches, burgers, wraps, salads and poutine.<\/p>\n

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Watr Taverna & Ristorante has opened at 590 Liverpool Rd., Pickering, bringing a two-storey waterfront dining destination inspired by coastal tavernas and lakefront living.<\/p>\n

The restaurant offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in a lakehouse-style setting overlooking the bay, with spaces designed for dining and events.<\/p>\n

The menu includes brunch dishes such as lemon ricotta pancakes, Belgian waffles, avocado toast and smoked salmon Benedict, alongside small plates, seafood, pasta and premium mains.<\/p>\n

Offerings range from sushi and charcuterie boards to seafood risotto, gnocchi, veal parmesan, steak and lobster dishes, while desserts include tiramisu, molten chocolate cake and pistachio Basque cheesecake.<\/p>\n

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Not Too Shabby has opened at 1812 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, introducing a Tamil-inspired street-food concept focused on takeout-friendly comfort dishes.<\/p>\n

The compact space specializes in smash burgers, sliders and loaded sides, blending South Asian spices with classic fast-food favourites.<\/p>\n

Menu items include Jaffna Fries, sliders available with beef, chicken, jerk chicken and mutton curry, as well as rice bowls featuring chicken curry, mutton curry and eggplant curry options.<\/p>\n

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The Hangout Bar and Lounge has opened at 462 Taunton Rd. W., Oshawa, combining a restaurant and nightlife setting centred on comfort food and craft cocktails.<\/p>\n

The venue offers an elevated social atmosphere, with a menu featuring Detroit-style pizzas, handcrafted burgers, wings, tacos, quesadillas and pastas.<\/p>\n

Signature dishes include the Hangout Fiesta Detroit-style pizza, topped with sausage, bacon, chorizo and pepperoni, alongside globally inspired options such as pad thai and butter chicken.<\/p>\n

The restaurant also serves cocktails, mocktails and craft beer, with plans to host weekly community car shows during warmer months.<\/p>\n

\u2014With files from Steve Pecar and Suzanna Dutt.<\/p>\n


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