You may have driven past this little building without knowing what’s waiting inside.
Behind the door is Rare—an intimate dining room, a passionate kitchen, and a team that truly cares about every evening we create.
We’ve been a little quiet on social media lately, so consider this our reintroduction.
Come inside. We’ve missed you.
📍Peterborough, Ontario
Reservations available through our website or by phone.
Rare Restaurant + Bar
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07/30/2026
There are some evenings that remind us exactly why we do what we do.
Last night’s Chef’s Tasting was one of them.
Six courses, carefully prepared and served one by one, each telling its own story through seasonal ingredients, thoughtful techniques, and a little creativity from our kitchen. Seeing every table slow down, share conversations, and enjoy each course together is what these nights are all about.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and trusted us with your evening. Your support allows us to keep creating experiences that go beyond dinner.
If you missed this one, don’t worry—our next Chef’s Tasting is already in the works, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the table.
🍷 Stay tuned for the next menu.
07/15/2026
The menu is here. ✨
Six courses moving from delicate oysters with miso and yuzu, through wild shrimp and pickerel, before finishing with coconut, vanilla and roasted sesame panna cotta.
Thoughtful ingredients, French technique and the Asian flavours that continue to shape Rare.
Only 6pm seating available —reserve through our website or call 705-742-3737.
07/14/2026
Duck might not be your usual order—but this one may change that.
Five-spiced roasted duck breast, rich and beautifully seared, balanced with crushed edamame and mint purée, braised radish, sugar peas, rhubarb, and wild honey gastrique. Sweet, savoury, fresh, and a little unexpected—exactly the kind of dish we love creating at Rare.
Come hungry, bring someone who loves trying something different, and let us take care of dinner.
Reserve through our website or give us a call.
07/12/2026
Some milestones deserve more than a celebration—they deserve to become a memory you'll carry forever.
This week was especially meaningful for our Rare family as we celebrated Chef Andrew's parents on their 50th wedding anniversary.
Fifty years of love. Fifty years of choosing each other. Countless meals shared, stories told, and memories made around the table.
It was an honour to be part of such a beautiful chapter in their journey, and a reminder that some of life's greatest moments happen when the people you love gather together.
Whether you're celebrating an anniversary, birthday, engagement, retirement, or simply the people who matter most, we'd be honoured to help create an evening that's just as memorable.
Here's to love that lasts—and to many more celebrations around the table. 🥂
Reserve your special occasion with us through the link in our bio or send us a message to start planning.
07/11/2026
Chef’s Tasting returns on July 29th. ✨
Join us at Rare for an evening of thoughtfully crafted dishes, seasonal flavours, and a dining experience designed to be savoured.
📅 July 29th, 2026
💲 $115 per person
🍷 Wine pairing available for $35 (optional)
Limited seating available. Reserve your table to join us for this special evening.
11/18/2025
If you’re looking for a gift that feels thoughtful, personal, and meaningful… give them a night out for a truly nice dinner at Rare.
Our holiday gift card promotion runs until November 30th.
05/05/2025
✨ Foie Gras Parfait ✨
Served with ice wine & spiced pineapple relish, crushed pistachios, and toasted brioche – this is indulgence at its finest.
Perfectly balanced. Utterly unforgettable.
🍽️ Book your dinner at Rare and treat yourself to a truly elegant evening.
📞 Reserve now — link in bio or call us!
04/29/2025
Lac Brome Duck Breast: Rich, tender duck breast paired with vibrant quinoa succotash, silky garden pea purée, pickled apple for a crisp bite, and finished with a luscious wild blueberry pan jus. 🫐✨
A true celebration of bold flavors and seasonal freshness.
Now featured on our Spring/Summer menu at Rare. 🦆🌿
04/28/2025
Tender grilled octopus, crispy confit potatoes, briny olives, sweet oranges, capers, smoky chorizo, and a zesty citrus vinaigrette — a dish that’s fresh, vibrant, and full of bold flavors. 🍊🧄🦑
Experience a perfect balance of land and sea on your plate.
Now featured on our Spring/Summer menu at Rare. 🌿✨
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Location
Address
Peterborough, ON
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11am - 11pm |
| Tuesday | 11am - 10pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 10pm |
| Thursday | 11am - 10pm |
| Friday | 11am - 10pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 10pm |