PACC Restaurant
A Fresh Taste Inside a Familiar Rink
Review by Susan Pretty, Photos by Adrian Lysenko
Inside the Port Arthur Curling Centre (a place where generations have swept, slid, and gathered) a new aroma now mingles with the cool air drifting off the ice. PACC Restaurant, a small-but-spirited take-out window, opened last month, and has already begun carving out its own place in the community’s heart.
The menu is comfort‑forward and proudly unfussy: juicy burgers, crisp fries, onion rings, hearty wraps, and wings in a dizzying array of flavours (we recommend the mango chipotle). There’s an illustrious Denver sandwich that feels destined for local fame, along with flatbreads and nachos that round out a lineup built for appetite and nostalgia. It’s the kind of food that makes you want to linger—even if you only stopped in for a quick bite.
The decision for PACC to take on the restaurant venture internally came from “recognizing a need for more flexible, dynamic use of the space,” says Kim Tempelman, PACC marketing and communications chair. “Rather than relying on outside operators, the centre wanted the freedom to shape the menu, the atmosphere, and the experience in a way that truly serves curlers, non‑curlers, and the broader community.” When I sat down with Tempelman and Gordon Williams, PACC’s president, their vision was clear: this restaurant is meant to be inclusive, adaptable, and rooted in local pride.
At the heart of the kitchen is Réjeanne Perrier, whose warmth and steady presence shape every dish that leaves the window. She brings a sense of care that’s instantly felt—she’s the kind of person who makes a kitchen feel like home. The burgers are her late mother’s homemade recipe (fans of the previous Half Stacks restaurant will fondly recall), and her passion and love for cooking shines through in every bite.
Just steps away, the lounge carries its own legacy thanks to Jody, the beloved bartender who has been serving guests at PACC for over 35 years. Her familiar presence ties this new chapter to the rink’s long, cherished history.
With rental space available for parties and events, PACC Restaurant is poised to become more than a place to grab a bite—it’s a gathering spot, a celebration hub, and a fresh expression of community spirit. It’s open Monday to Saturday from 11 am to 10 pm, and Sunday 10 am to 6pm.
214 Egan Street
807-707-3041