Treadwell is a celebrated restaurant and catering company based in the historic heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Founded by Stephen and James Treadwell, the restaurant opened in 2006 in Port Dalhousie and was named one of the best new restaurants in Canada by enRoute Magazine. Stephen, James and their team moved the restaurant to the newly opened 124 Queen Hotel and Spa – located on Queen Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake – in 2013.
Based on modern European cuisine, Treadwell is driven by the farm-to-table philosophy of seasonality, sustainability and showcasing the very best ingredients from the region. Over the years, we have built a network of farmers and suppliers throughout Southwestern Ontario and have based our menus upon their seasonal ingredients. Treadwell not only showcases the talent of our incredible team but also proudly showcases the individuals behind the ingredients.
The restaurant’s wine program is, and will always be, driven by Niagara. We are so fortunate to be located in an area where world-class wines are being produced only minutes away, and are proud to have created, arguably, the largest selection of Ontario wines in the world. Small, quality-driven producers are staples on our list, and we are excited to showcase library bottlings from some of Ontario’s most distinguished producers.
The restaurant also has an extensive selection of international wines, with emphasis placed on sustainable, organic and biodynamic offerings from small producers, as well as showcasing bottles from some of the world’s most iconic domaines. Our sommelier team will always be on hand to assist in enhancing our guests’ experience – not only at the restaurant but also with their adventures through wine country.
Affiliate Restaurant – NOTL Bar & Restaurant
126 Queen Street
Opened in the Spring of 2023, NOTL Bar & Restaurant is the newest Niagara-on-the-lake bar, restaurant and lounge located at 124 on Queen Hotel and Spa. Just steps away from Treadwell Cuisine, it features a locally inspired menu created by our chefs, a beautiful indoor space and an outdoor patio by our water fountain.
Reservations for NOTL Bar & Restaurant can be booked here.
OUR TEAM
Stephen Treadwell
Chef-Founder
Stephen Treadwell has trained in some of England, Switzerland, and Sweden’s finest kitchens. From 1988 to 1994, he was Chef de Cuisine at Auberge du Pommier in Toronto, considered one of the finest French restaurants in Canada. After the restaurant was named “Patron’s Pick” as “Best Restaurant in Toronto 1994”, Stephen left Auberge du Pommier for Niagara-on-the-Lake, becoming Executive Chef at Queen’s Landing Inn. Over the next eleven years, Stephen would not only establish the Tiara Dining Room at Queen’s Landing Inn as one of the top hotel restaurants in Canada (named “Best Restaurant in Southern Ontario” by Stir Magazine) but would also pioneer the concept of “Niagara Cuisine” with fellow chefs Michael Olsen, Mark Picone and Tony de Luca. Since opening Treadwell, Stephen has been inducted as “Chef of the Year” and a Fellow into the Ontario Hostelry Institute as well as being named 2009 “Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year” by the Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year Awards.
James Treadwell
Sommelier-Founder
Born and raised in Toronto, James Treadwell has trained in both Canada and the UK. After completing his studies at Carleton University, he decided to pursue a career in wine. He completed his Sommelier certification through the Court of Master Sommeliers and worked as Sommelier at Queen’s Landing Inn in Niagara on the Lake. In 2005, James moved to England and worked as a Sommelier at the Chewton Glen, arguably Europe’s most prestigious hotel and spa (coincidently, Stephen worked at the same hotel when he was James’ age). Since opening Treadwell, James and his sommelier team have placed emphasis on showcasing wines from artisanal Ontario producers, on top of an eclectic section of international labels. James has been named one of Ontario’s “Top 30 Under 30” (OHI), one of Niagara’s “Top 40 Under 40” (Business Link), “Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year” (NEYA), and has judged at both the Canadian Wine Awards and InterVin World Wine Awards.
Jason Williams
Executive Chef
Born and raised in Niagara Falls, Jason Williams was the restaurant’s first-ever employee. From 2006 to 2013, he led the Treadwell team as Chef de Cuisine and was instrumental in the restaurant’s incredible success in Port Dalhousie (including enRoute Magazine Top 10 Best New Restaurants in Canada). Jason rejoined our team in 2018 from Inn on the Twenty, where he was Executive Chef for the past 3 years. Over the years, he has become one of the industry’s biggest advocates of the many amazing farms and suppliers around the Niagara region. Prior to joining Treadwell in 2006, Jason worked with Stephen Treadwell at Queen’s Landing Hotel, as well as the 2 Michelin-Starred Gidleigh Park and Royal Clarence Hotel in the UK, and the Trident Hotel in Ireland.
Contact Us
For reservations please call 905.934.9797 and for catering inquiries, please email specialevents@124queen.com.