Local Producers

Fernie is filled with all kinds of delicious and unique restaurants. Here’s a few of the local establishments that are local producers as well.

Local, 632 2nd Avenue

Located right in the heart of town, Local is relatively fresh on the market (having opened their doors on Dec. 15, 2020), but already seeing success. Their whole raison d’etre is to provide a consistent, year-round market space for local farmers and producers to sell their goods. Their shelves and fridges are always stocked with veggies and scrumptious frozen meals. If local food is what you love, this shop is for you.

Fernie Brewing Company, 26 Manitou Road

The motto of this craft beer brewing company is: “As simple as good beer, from a good town.” These guys have a wonderful array of tasty beers to wet your pallet. Sample their product in-house and enjoy snacks and good company while doing so! Or, pick up a pack of their drinks at an alcohol vendor.

Fernie Distillers, 531 1st Avenue

This distillery has a deep pride and passion for Fernie and for their craft. They pay homage our town’s multi-faceted nature and people, saying: “At Fernie Distillers, we’ve handcrafted our spirits to reflect it all.” They also donate half the proceeds of their tastings to local groups in the region, an initiative they call ‘Community Spirit Tastings’. You can’t go wrong by stopping by their shop and sampling what these talented distillers have to offer.

Fernie Alpine Springs, 1501 10th Avenue

The kombucha brewed by this Fernie company is made with spring water from the Rocky Mountains along with other natural ingredients, according to their website. Tours and tastings are available for this delicious, organic home-grown product. “Inspired by the people and the beautiful nature of the Canadian Rockies, they have been brewing their unique and refined kombucha with love and happiness in a small mountain town called Fernie.” They sum up their values with the words: “One Life. Share with passion.”

Rooftop Coffee Roasters, 492 2nd Avenue

If you love the smell of coffee, then you must stop by this family-run shop on Fernie’s 2nd Avenue. These wonderful bakers, brewers, and roasters work to serve craft coffee and baked goods to customers, and to freshly roast, prepare, and deliver unique coffee beans far and wide. You can catch a glimpse of them working away in the roasting room when you order your coffee and baked goodies. This spot is great for a sweet treat and a warm drink when the winter winds are blowing.

House of Gato, 601 2nd Avenue

Sweet, flakey-fresh baked goods stuffed with all kinds of deliciousness is the specialty of this boutique pastry shop in Fernie. These folks are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth in the best possible way. Cakes, fresh pastries, and artisan bread, all ‘made from the heart.’ They also have lunch options like a daily sandwich, quiche, spinach roll, and more, with coffee, tea, and hot cocoa for those cold winter days.

Beanpod, 691 2nd Avenue

Home of the famous Fernie bars, these chocolate specialists say they are one of the original bean-to-bar companies in Canada. They make chocolate the old-fashioned way, with organic beans sourced directly from farmers. Using authentic stone grinding machines, these producers make ‘chocolate as it should be.’ Check out these unique chocolatiers if you’re looking for a special Fernie treat!

Le Bon Pain, 792 3rd Avenue

There’s nothing quite like the smell of a warm, fresh loaf of bread, and this authentic French artisinal bakery specializes in just that. They make sourdough bread with long fermentation, which gives a special taste, nice texture and reduces gluten. All their breads and pastries are handcrafted with organic flour from the nearby town, Creston, and are baked fresh everyday with passion and joy. They also offer fair trade Colombian coffee and locally-brewed kombucha on tap, and more!