Benchmark Restaurant at Niagara College

Had lunch here and enjoyed a delicious watermelon and feta salad, followed by the fried tofu. Also tried the Niagara college wine and beer which were great! Sit on the patio if you can! It has a view of the vineyard and garden which was lovely on a hot summer day. The service was very friendly and prompt. Definitely worth the short drive out of downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake for this dining experience!

Nice environment, quiet, pretty good food experience. Recommend the lamb plate and the hamburger even when all plates were good. For Dessert I do recommend tiramisu , just its different than usual , not chocolate on it.

In planning our girlfriend weekend every year, we try to plan to visit one new prospect for dining. This year, Benchmark did not disappoint in quality of food, environment or service.We shared a charcuterie board, tempura tofu entree, seared scallop entree, and blueberry peach tiramisu. The highlights of the charcuterie board were a surprising non-dry, not overly salted succulent corned beef and the Moscow salami --- a pungent pork salami spiced with cinnamon, allspice, juniper --- that was like nothing I'd ever tasted. Both entrees were delicious and imaginative. The tofu tempura was reminiscent of a bbq pork rib but in Korean style with kimchee on coconut rice --- quite unusual and delicious. We will be returning for the quality and value.

We enjoyed a great meal in a lovely setting. The menu is seasonal and a good value. The students did a great job in preparing and serving our meal. I sure wish that the cherry cider that I had was available for sale because it was terrific, but it was only available at the restaurant. I definitely plan to return.

Was in the area for a family event and booked lunch there for a party of 6 including 2 young children. Seating is in a glass walled pavilion, bright with pleasant views. Tables are well spaced crowded or too noisy, nice ambiance and table settings. Staff is friendly. Nice wine land beer list including offerings made at the college - not over priced. Menu (lunch and dinner are same) which varies is good with several choices to meet varying tastes. They were easily very happy to accommodate the children's meal requests which were variants of what was on the menu - great to work with. food was amazing the 4 adults had steaks which were cooked perfectly, well presented and delicious. Pot of tea (or coffee) and desert combo is only $10. Be warned the deserts are huge - and very tasty - amazing value. Kids had pizza and ice cream for desert. Very pleasant experience in a nice setting with good food at a great price. Would never know it was a teaching facility. Will definitely return when in area. And there is a wine store and a beer store on site featuring products made at the college that are also worth a visit. Great experience overall.