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Ernie's Starters
Delicious, sharable dishes that are a great way to start your meal
- Soup of the DayOur kitchen's soup changes every day, but don't worry, there's always something hot and tasty waiting for you. Ask your server for details.
- French Onion SoupA classic dish that's as comforting as it is delectable. What more could you want on a cold day?
- Soup FlightsCan't decide which of our savory soups you want to try? With one of our soup flights, you won't have to. Comes with 3 types of soup to enjoy.
- Ernie's Epic NachosTopped with tomatoes, onions, peppers, mixed cheeses, and garlic aoili, then baked to perfection. Served with sour cream and salsa. Ask to add chicken or beef Upgrade to a platter (serves 4)
- Chicken WingsEnjoy a pound of our tender chicken wings in your choice of sauce: mild, medium, hot, honey garlic, dry cajun, salt and pepper, lemon pepper, tequila chili lime, spiced apple rum, Caribbean jerk, and garlic parmesan. Ask if we have any featured flavours!
- Spinach DipA rich dip made from a combination of sauteed spinach, onions, cream cheese, and mix cheese on top. Baked to a golden brown and served with pita and tortilla chips.
- Homemade Cheese SticksThese aren't the frozen one you're used to. Comes with four finger-licking homemade mozzarella sticks, and marinara sauce for dipping.
- Bruschetta FlatbreadWe take one of our delicious flatbreads, add roasted tomatoes, feta cheese, onions, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze, then bake it to perfection.
- Deep Fried PicklesSix spears made in-house, panko crusted, and then fried to perfection. Drizzled with our dill-ranch sauce.
- Potato SkinsFour potato skins stuffed with mixed cheese, bacon chunks, green onions, and drizzled with our garlic aoili. Served with sour cream and salsa.
- Baked Garlic ShrimpSix large shrimp, marinated in spices and garlic butter. Topped with mixed cheese and then baked till golden-brown. Served with garlic toast.
- PoutineHouse cut french fries cooked to a perfect crisp, and then smothered in cheese curds and our beef gravy. Just ask to add chicken!
Greens
Salads that are perfect for lighter meals, appetizers, and entrees.
- Caesar Salad (Small)Romaine lettuce, garlic buttered croutons, bacon, and parmean cheese, tossed in Caesar dressing. Can be modified gluten-free upon request. Ask to add chicken.
- Caesar Salad (Large)Romaine lettuce, garlic buttered croutons, bacon, and parmean cheese, tossed in Caesar dressing. Can be modified gluten-free upon request. Ask to add chicken.
- Taco Salad (Large)A delicious combination of seasoned ground beef, beans, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onions, topped with Doritos nacho chips and mixed cheese. Make it vegetarian by requesting impossible ground beef!
- Buffalo Chicken Salad (Large)Ruffled breaded chicken strips, chopped and tossed in buffalo sauce, and then served on a bed of lettuce. Topped with tomatoes, red onions, garlic buttered croutons, and mixed cheese. Served with ranch.
- Beet Salad (Large)Assorted beets, feta cheese, candied walnuts, and red onions. Served with a balsamic dressing.
Ernie's Famous Wings & Housemade Tenders
Sauces include: mild, medium, hot, honey garlic, dry cajun, salt and pepper, or lemon pepper
- Ernie's Famous WingsEnjoy a pound of our tender chicken wings in your choice of sauce: mild, medium, hot, honey garlic, dry cajun, salt and pepper, lemon pepper, tequila chili lime, spiced apple rum, Caribbean jerk, and garlic parmesan. Ask if we have any featured flavours!
- The Classic Wing Combo1 pound of Ernie's famous wings, smothered in your choice of sauce, and served with both Caesar salad and fresh-cut fries.
- Ruffled Chicken TendersFour ruffled chicken tenders. Served with plum sauce and fresh-cut fries.
Sandwiches, Burgers & Wraps
All sandwiches, burgers, and wraps are served with your choice of fresh-cut fries, soup, mashed potatoes, or garden salad. Upgrade to a poutine or sweet potato fries for $4.99. Upgrade to Caesar salad or sweet potato fries +$3 Upgrade to poutine +$5
- Ernie's Crispy Chicken SandwichMarinated in buttermilk and breaded to order. Served with smokey mayo, lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles on a brioche bun. Want to give your sandwich an extra kick? Ask for your chicken tossed in buffalo sauce.
- Reuben SandwichThinly sliced corned beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, served on marble rye bread. Comes with a sliced pickle garnish. Want your sandwich made gluten-free? All you have to do is ask!
- Philly Cheese Steak SandwichThinly sliced steak, topped wth sauteed onions and peppers, and served on a loaf. Covered in cheese and baked to perfection, then finished with a drizzle of our housemade Philly sauce.
- The Famous Ernie's BurgerOur housemade burgers are legendary in Hespeler. Every burger comes with our signature pull-and-peel cheese ring, bacon, lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion, and pickle. Trust us, you won't go hungry ordering this burger! If you want this gluten-free, you just have to ask.
- Smash Bacon CheeseburgerOne of our fresh chuck patties, American cheddar cheese, and of course, bacon! Served with the regular burger garnish. Want to make your burger an Impossble Patty? Just ask.
- Mac Daddy Smash BurgerThousand Island dressing, pickles, lettuce, onions, sliced cheddar cheese, and two smash patties on a sesame seed bun. Want to make this gluten free, or have your patties made with impossible beef? All you have to do is ask!
- Chicken Caesar WrapSliced chicken breasts, romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, crumbled bacon, and parmesan cheese, served in an herb wrap.
- Buffalo Chicken WrapRuffled chicken tenders, chopped and tossed in buffalo hot sauce, combined with romaine lettuce, diced tomato, onions, mixed cheese, and a drizzle of ranch. Served in a tomato basil wrap.
Ernie's Entrees
All entrees are served with a choice of fresh-cut fries, mashed potatoes, soup, or garden salad. Upgrade to a poutine or sweet potato fries for $4.99.
- Fish TacosTwo panko-crusted perch fillets, cabbage salad, pico de gallo, and topped with chipotle mayo.
- Crusted PerchPanko-crusted perch fillets that melt in your mouth. Served with fresh-cut fries and housemade creamy coleslaw.
- Fish 'N ChipsErnie's famous beer-battered haddock. Served with fresh-cut fries, homemade creamy coleslaw, and tartar sauce.
- Pepperoni Detroit-Style PizzaSix square slices of delicious Detroit-style pizza with our homemade sauce and mixed cheeses.
- Mac 'N CheeseMacaroni noodles smothered in our creamy cheese sauce, then topped with savory bacon and panko bread crumbs. Served with a side salad or garlic toast. Ask to add chicken.
- Roasted Red Pepper LinguineRoasted red peppers, chorizo sausage, feta cheese, and fresh basil. Served with garlic toast.
- Ukranian Perogies10x cheesy potato, topped with melted butter and sauteed onions. Ask to add bacon. Served with sour creams. Made by a Ukranian woman housed in Hespeler, due to the ongoing war.
- Ernie's Schnitzel ParmesanTender, lightly-breaded, and fried to perfection. Topped with housemade marinara and Swiss cheese. Served with seasonal vegetables and choice of potato.
Kid's Menu
For Children 12 and under. All kids meals come with a choice of juice, pop, or milk, and include a treasure chest treat!
- Cheeseburger & Fries
- Dino Nuggets & Fries
- Cheese Pizza
- Grilled Cheese & Fries
- Mac & Cheese w/ Garlic Toast
- Kids Fish n' Chips
Desserts
What better way to finish your meal than a little something sweet? We've got some treats you'll want to save room for.
- Butter TartA flaky pastry crust that's brimming with sweet, buttery maple filling. Definitely bigger than your average tart!
- Coconut Cream PieShredded coconut and vanilla custard inside of a buttery, crumbly graham-cracker crust. Topped with fresh whipped cream and toasted coconut.
- Caramel & Chocolate Peanut Butter CheesecakeCaramel, chocolate, and peanut butter chunks married together in a perfect harmony of flavours, on a cookie crumble crust. Served with whipped cream on the side.