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Shabbat in Niagara
WHAT TO EXPECT
SO YOU'RE PLANNING TO SPEND SHABBAT IN NIAGARA FALLS...
HERE IS AN OVERVIEW OF WHAT YOU MIGHT EXPECT​
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Location
The Niagara Jewish Welcome Centre is located in the heart of the Niagara Falls Tourist District.
6417 Main Street
Niagara Falls, Canada
Our Shul is located on the second floor of the Centre and Shabbat Meals are held in the newly constructed building adjacent to it
Sample Menus
OUR SHABBAT EXPERIENCE HAS A WORLD-RENOWNED REPUTATION FOR ITS TRANSFORMATIVE AMBIANCE AND DELICIOUSLY FILLING MEALS.
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Nutritious, varied and plentiful... there's something for everyone. Our menu is carefully crafted to help nourish the mind, body and soul of each guest.
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FRIDAY NIGHT MENU​
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​APPETIZERS​
Gefilte Fish and Poached Salmon served with a garden salad and six Israeli-style dips​
SOUP
​Hearty Chicken Soup with Matzah Balls and Croutons​
MAIN COURSE
Grilled Chicken and Roast Beef served with white basmati rice and roasted seasonal vegetables​
DESSERT
Tiramisu Cake with fresh fruit
EXTRAS
Challah and an assortment of fine wines
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APPETIZERS​
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Fish: Gefilte Fish, Fried Fish, Fish Balls, Assorted Herrings
Fresh Salads: Garden Salad, Balsamic Mango Strawberry Salad, Quinoa Salad
Assorted Israeli-Style "Salatim": Babaganoush, Fried Eggplant, Hummus, Moroccan Carrots and more!
HAIMISH MAINS
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Kugels: Assortment of kugels such as Potato, Apple, and Lokshen Kugel
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Cholent: Hearty overnight stew with homestyle ingredients just like Bubbie's. Meat & Vegetarian Cholent options available
Charcuterie of Assorted Cold Cuts: Pastrami, Corned Beef, Turkey, Roast Beef, Salami​​
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DESSERT
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Fruit Platter, Petits Fours, Exquisite Cakes, and a Candy Bar
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EXTRAS
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Challah and an assortment of fine wines
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SHABBAT DAY MENU​
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SPECIALTY STATIONS​
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Salad Bar: A vibrant array of fresh greens, seasonal toppings, and flavorful dressings
Artisanal Cheese Boards: Assorted cheeses and paired with a variety of gourmet crackers, spreads and fruits
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Poke Bar: Build-your-own Poke Bowls with colorful, sushi inspired ingredients, flavorful toppings and sauces
Classic Vegetarian Deli: Tuna Salad, Egg Salad, antipasti, pickled vegetables and other assorted "smear" served with challah buns, crackers (and/or sometimes, when you're lucky, fresh Montreal or New York-Style Bagels)
DESSERT
Ice Cream Bar with assorted toppings, sauces, and occasional surprise treats to end Shabbat on a sweet note
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SEUDA SHLISHIT MENU​
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Kashrut
Our food is under the COR ‘Kashrut Council of Canada’ certification. Our premises is strictly Cholov Yisrael, Pas Yisrael, Bishul Yisrael, Haimishe Shechita.
Sample Shabbat Schedule
A TYPICAL SCHEDULE FOR SHABBAT WILL LOOK LIKE THIS
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FRIDAY NIGHT
7:30am Candle Lighting
7:35pm Mincha / Kabbalat Shabbos
8:15pm Shabbat dinner
SHABBAT DAY
9:00am Coffee & Cake
9:30am Chasidus
10:00am Shachrit
12:00pm Kiddush & Lunch
7:05pm Mincha
7:25pm Seudah Shlishit
8:35 Shabbat Ends / Maariv / Havdala
Separate swimming and fitness Center (3rd floor) located at the Wyndham Fallsview Hotel
11:00 PM females. 12:00 AM males.
Seating
That’s why it’s so important to include all guests (including infants and children who you might not think will sit) in your registration. This helps us prepare properly, prevent potentially awkward moments, and create a warm, welcoming experience for everyone.
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All seating is arranged well in advance, so if you’re traveling with another party who is booking separately, please try to let us know at least 72 hours before your visit so we can try and seat you together. Smaller parties without special requests may be matched with other guests to create full tables of 10, which often leads to wonderful new connections. If you're coming with a larger group or have specific seating needs, please reach out as early as possible so we can accommodate you.
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We always do our best to honor seating preferences, but please understand that last-minute requests may be more difficult to fulfill. That said, it’s Shabbat in Niagara... you’ll have a meaningful and joyful experience no matter who you sit with!
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WE TAKE GREAT CARE TO ENSURE THAT EVERY GUEST HAS A COMFORTABLE SEAT WITH ENOUGH SPACE FOR THEIR ENTIRE PARTY.
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Candle Lighting
JOIN US IN THE DINING HALL FOR LIGHTING
Tea lights are provided for lighting Shabbat candles in the dining hall in a safe area every Friday.
Please do NOT light any candles in your hotel rooms. It is forbidden by all hotels and you may be fined.
No Shabbat Keys
PLEASE NOTE THAT SHABBAT KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT OUR PARTNER HOTELS
We can provide magnets to be placed on your hotel room doorpost to prevent the door from locking. Kindly be aware that neither Jewish Niagara nor the hotel is responsible for lost or stolen items. We strongly recommend securing valuables in the hotel safe or making other arrangements with hotel staff to ensure the safety of your belongings over Shabbat.
Niagara Falls Eiruv
Niagara Falls has an eiruv, making it easier for you to enjoy Shabbat with peace of mind. Before booking your stay, please check the map below to ensure your hotel is within the eiruv boundaries. To make it even simpler, partner hotels listed on our site are guaranteed to be within the eiruv, so you can book with confidence and carry on Shabbat without concern.
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Policies & Important Information
CANCELLATION POLICY
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Until one week prior to your reserved Shabbat, a 95% refund is available (as credit card processing no longer refunds the fees that were assigned to your charge). There will be no refunds after Saturday 11:59 pm of the previous week. All cancellations must be submitted via email to Shabbat@JewishNiagara.com. Voice messages are not considered to have been received. Reservations made within 48 hours of Shabbat are final.
BOOKING POLICIES
Please ensure that your reservation includes all persons joining for Shabbos. If you reserved for 2 adults and did not include your infant (because the infant does not eat), your reservation is incomplete. It is imperative that we know exactly how many people are joining, including infants on laps, etc. we simply need to know for planning purposes. Please ensure that all your family members, with first and last names are included in your reservation to avoid confusion and unnecessary disorder at the onset of the Shabbat meal. Please review your reservation, and if any changes are required, email us ASAP.
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UNEXPECTED CHANGES
Our minyanim are generally well attended over the summer months. There have however been times when due to unfortunate circumstances, our program needs to be cancelled or full minyanim are predicted to not be full enough. We will do our best to inform you in advance if we suspect a shabbat program will have lower numbers so that you have options (food delivery to the hotel, rebooking or getting a refund when applicable). We will work with you to help make the best plan possible under the circumstances.
RESPECT & DECORUM
At Jewish Niagara, we believe every interaction is an opportunity to uplift, to connect, and to bring a little more light into the world. We often have a very eclectic group of people from all walks of life, each person adding to the uniqe vibe of Jewish unity many people comment on when they join us for Shabbat. We ask that all guests treat everyone; Hosts, fellow visitors, volunteers, servers, hotel staff and even the curious passerby with kindness, patience, and respect.
Please be especially mindful of parking rules (noted throughout our website), noise levels, and other actions that reflect on our community and on Am Yisrael. In today’s world, every small act of derech eretz helps build something bigger: a Kiddush Hashem that reaches far beyond Niagara Falls.
With warmth, smiles, and shared joy, may we merit to help bring the Geulah just a little closer... one mitzvah and one mentschlich moment at a time.
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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
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Call us at 716-335-9551
or click here to send an email.
Support Jewish Life in Niagara
Whether you choose to donate back the amount saved from booking discounted attractions or you enjoyed your shabbat so much that you're inspired to partner with us in one of our ongoing projects, your support truly matters!
Your donation helps sustain Jewish education, Shabbat and holiday programs for the Niagara community, year-round visitors, and student life at Brock University.
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We’re also building for the future with a new Welcome Centre and local mikvah.
Every tax-deductible gift makes a lasting impact. Thank you for being part of it!