Is the Skylon Tower restaurant worth it?

Honestly? No, unless you want the overpriced t-shirt or a mediocre meal with a view. The Skylon Tower's revolving restaurant is a tourist trap. You're paying $50-70 per person for food that's decent but not great—think chain steakhouse quality with a 30% markup. The real value is the observation deck. Skip the meal, buy a $18 elevator ticket to the top, and grab a beer from the tiny bar up there instead. You get the same 360-degree view without the 90-minute commitment.

If you absolutely must eat with a view, go to the Table Rock House Restaurant right next to the Horseshoe Falls. It's cheaper (entrees around $30-40), the food is better—their fish and chips are solid—and you're literally 20 feet from the mist. No revolving nonsense, just a window table that actually makes you feel like you're in the falls. Book a lunch reservation for 1:00 PM to avoid the dinner rush and the higher prices. Trust me, your wallet and your stomach will thank you.