Zest Restaurant is located in the town of Fonthill, approximately 15 minutes from the Niagara wine route, and within easy driving distance from Niagara-on-the-Lake, St. Catharines and Niagara Falls, Ontario. Reservations are highly recommended by calling (905) 892-6474. Cash, VISA and Mastercard accepted.
Our hours of operation are:
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 11:30am to 2:30pm; 5pm to 8pm
Wednesday - 11:30am to 2:30pm; 5pm to 8pm
Thursday - 11:30am to 2:30pm; 5pm to 8pm
Friday - 11:30am to 2:30pm; 5pm to 9pm
Saturday - 5pm to 9pm
Sunday - closed
Chef David Watt
Chef David Watt's culinary career spans more than 23 years. David's career began with an apprenticeship at London's famed Ritz Hotel following his schooling at England's Cornwall Technical Institute.
During his four year in the U.K., David had the good fortune of being personal chef to the late King Huessein of Jordan. Closer to home, David has experience in several top notch restaurants including Sutton Place Hotel where he reached the position of Sansoucci's Restaurant Chef, cooking for world leaders and celebrities alike at the infamous "Chef's Table."
David was also Executive Chef on Holland America's Windstar Cruise Line, sailing from Athens to Istanbul.
With 25 years in the kitchen, David continues his craft as chef at Zest Restaurant in Fonthill with partner Leigh Atherton.
Leigh Atherton
Leigh Atherton has a wealth of culinary knowledge and experience dating back more than 11 years, including positions as general manager and regional manager for some of North America's best restaurants.
In 2002, Leigh was named General Manager of the Year and is a graduate of the Hotel and Restaurant Operations program at Regal Constellation School of Hospitality.
