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After Friday night davening, our Shabbat experience begins with a warm and plentiful gourmet Friday night dinner known for its upscale vibe and elegant, welcoming atmosphere. A taste of Shabbat you’ll always remember.

Sample Friday Night Menu

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

Our Shabbat kiddush luncheon is a feast for every palate. From a huge assortment of dips and fresh salads to a variety of herrings,  to protein-packed meats, to Haimish cholent and a variety of kugels, there’s truly something for everyone.

Sample Shabbat Day Menu

APPETIZERS​

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 many, many more!

HAIMISH MAINS

Kugels: Assortment of kugels such as Potato, Apple, Zokini, and Lokshen Kugel

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​​

DESSERT

Fruit Platter, Petits Fours, Exquisite Cakes, and a Candy Bar

EXTRAS

Challah and an assortment of fine wines

Many of our guests choose to forego their regular Shabbat nap to embrace a different type of menucha. Just steps from the Welcome Centre, you can enjoy the majestic Falls, nearby parks and scenic overlooks.

In the Jewish Welcome Center, we have board games and some books to read.

Seudah Shlishit at Jewish Niagara is a light, yet plentiful meal featuring fresh, nourishing dishes, a vibrant salad bar, and a cheese bar, served in a warm, relaxed setting. As the sun sets, guests join in beautiful zemirot, heartfelt conversation, and peaceful bonding time.

The experience concludes with Maariv and a soulful, song-filled Havdalah to close out Shabbat.

Sample Seuda Shlishit Menu

SPECIALTY STATIONS​

• 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
• 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

DESSERT

Ice Cream Bar with assorted toppings, sauces, and occasional surprise treats to end Shabbat on a sweet note

While Motzaei Shabbat isn't officially included in our Shabbat package, the independently owned dairy restaurant on-site opens after Shabbat for your convenience. Our Welcome Centre is open to help you—whether you're looking for local recommendations or assistance booking next-day attractions.

Larger groups booking Shabbat in advance are invited to inquire about Melava Malka meals and custom attraction add-ons for a seamless and spirited close to Shabbat.

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 city bylaws and hotels, and you may be fined.

For Shabbat guests, we recommend staying at the Wyndham or Hyatt. These hotels are located within the limited eiruv surrounding the Jewish Welcome Centre and offer a manual Shabbat entrance.

Please note that the eiruv does not extend to Niagara Falls. While the Falls are within walking distance, carrying items outside the eiruv is not permitted on Shabbat.

Shabbat keys are not available at Niagara hotels. Upon request, we can provide magnets to place on your hotel room door to help prevent it from locking over Shabbat. Please note that neither Jewish Niagara nor the hotel is responsible for lost or stolen items. We recommend securing valuables in the hotel safe or making other arrangements with hotel staff before Shabbat.

Eiruv in Niagara Falls