We have loved Bijou for years. it is still our favorite Stratford restaurant. We had an excellent…read moretime this year. Although we miss the shabby chic of the old place, the decor at the new location is lovely and the seating is more comfortable. The staff is the same and still excellent. Put Bijou on your list for your Stratford visit.

Brought my mom to Stratford for the first time for a show. I took her to Bijou to be fancy... and…read moreBijou did not disappoint! Mom got adventurous and had the halibut which she enjoyed every bite with her eyes closed to enhance the flavours she described as phenomenal. I had, the only vegetarian (not vegan...as there is no vegan option on the menu) option, the Ukrainian dumplings... all I can say is WOW!!! The flavours from first bite to final notes were fresh, creamy and delicious!!! The prices were a little steep, and a little taken aback to have to pay for bread and butter, but even their home made focaccia was moist and crispy at the same time and the perfect tool to ensure all the sauce was where it belonged from our plates to our tummies! Our dinner was paired with a bottle of their cabsauv without any regrets. Make the reservation... your taste buds will thank you!!!

We were visiting Stratford for our 31st wedding anniversary and heard great things about Rene's…read moreBistro so we made reservations before our Saturday Night show. We arrived a few minutes early and were seated straight away. We looked at the drink menu and decided on the elderflower martini. It was spectacular. Light and crisp and sooo delicious! We ordered some focaccia and the soup of the day, which was a potato and corn chowder. Both were excellent. The soup was creamy and full of delicious corn. For dinner I ordered the lamb shank and my wife the Tuscan chicken supreme. Both dishes were amazing. My lamb was super tender and the vegetables were al dente and delicious. The gravy was divine and I saved bread to mop it all up! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the polenta creamy and delicious. A tremendous dinner experience. We will definitely be back.

This outstanding restaurant with excellent service and a charming atmosphere is perfect for the…read morepre-theater dinner. The signature dish is mussels that I highly recommend. My favorites are with the white wine sauce. My husband really enjoyed his Chicken Scaloppine. This restaurant has a nice wine selection to complement the delicious food offerings. I cannot wait to come back! I highly recommend it!

Alright folks, here is the good info on The Prune in Stratford:…read more Short version: absolutely phenomenal. Glass wall teaching kitchen turning out the finest food that hasn't yet been awarded a Michelin star (I'm going to make a call after posting this because it is deserving of one). Long version: it's called simply The Prune; the restaurant is on the main downtown drag in lovely Stratford and is not to be missed. There is simply not one thing they aren't achieving culinary excellence with - we tried a smattering of offerings such as the fresh oysters, the house made sourdough, the chicory Caesar salad, the house made tofu dish, and finally the flank steak (a perfect dish IMO - hats off to Randi and Mike and the kitchen team). Every one of those dishes listed hit with style and flavor rivaling the best restaurants the world over - yes, if you're wondering, I do like to exaggerate but I promise I'm not in this case. It's just that good. Atmosphere is very pleasant, the place is super clean and modern, and the glass wall kitchen means you can watch the team make magic if you wish. Oh and my margarita was great too! Go, eat, enjoy. And catch a show at one of the theaters. You're welcome

Exemplary in every aspect--food, menu, service, ambiance. Run by the Stratford chefs school, The…read morePrune is the product of some exceptional teachers and their talented students who've obviously been paying close attention! Will visit again!

Great place to start your day! Fantastic food! I loved the Juliet, which is a Benedict with Brie…read morecheese, bacon and avocado mash. Crispy hash browns on the side. I loved how crispy they were! Delicious latte too. Fun decor. Lots of tables and booths. The owner is a fabulous lady and she even waits on the customers. She gives stellar service. Spacious interior. The place is popular so get there early!

Very good food!! The…read moreservice is always good and served with a smile. It's a busy place so you know it's good!! I've been here a few times and have had the Ruben sandwich on gluten free bread and the pesto chicken sandwich. Both where top notch and I would order them again. The others with me had a range of items like fish n chips, wraps, bison burger, all very good and they were raving about it. When you are in town to see a Stratford Festival show you should pass by. Recommended!!

It is an annual trip to Janet Lynn's. After a matinee and some time in Stratford we head to…read moreKitchener for dinner. Last night, we were not disappointed. Food is consistently good and imaginative. Gazpatcho with tomato sherbert was nothing short of incredible...presentation was beautiful and the flavours divine! Like the consistent food, service was attentive and engaging. Can't wait for the 2026 season at Stratford so we can make our annual stop in Kitchener!

Had an amazing experience the food was awesome love the home made sourdough bread made fresh daily…read moreOur server was amazing and explained about the process of them making the sourdough bread. You could buy a loaf if you call day before I had the rack of lamb. It was so good.

The prices are really reasonable for the quality and service here! We went here several times…read moreduring our visit. We didn't stay at the hotel, but got a nice tour of it and liked how many nooks there are to read or play games in, how different rooms/floors are Shakespeare-themed, etc. It seemed very well thought out - not just another basic hotel chain. Steel Cut Porridge: If you love dessert for breakfast, this is excellent. The banana is caramelized (flambeed?) and the oats are perfectly cooked and sweetened with the birch syrup. I got this twice and it's just the right amount. Avocado Parfait: This was weird, but edible and very filling. I wouldn't get it again - the avocado was a weird choice. Like a sweet guacamole? Pain au Chocolat: Fresh and warm, a little soft (I like them a little more crispy on the outside and soft inside). Decent amount of quality chocolate inside. Crispy Smoked Bacon: Okay this one was maybe not as well priced as you only get three pieces of bacon, but it was tasty and I didn't have any regrets. Thin cut, wide, fatty slices. Maple Breakfast Sausage: No complaints, nothing too special, so it was a little pricey at three sausages. Better of course dipped in maple syrup! Bruce Blend Tea: This was quality black tea, but also just okay for me personally. I appreciate that they tell you how long the tea should be steeped and give you a timer for it. Apricot Tea: I liked this a lot on its own, but I liked it even more with some maple syrup, which made it taste like peach rings. Lychee Tea: This was nice and also I liked it better with a little maple syrup. Fabulous service. On weekends you get hot towels, which I thought was kind of funny. There is a path just outside that leads to the Stratford Festival Theatre, which is nice. I don't know that I could afford to stay at the hotel, but I would definitely come back to the restaurant.

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Place was so nice! Service was good but slow…read more Food was good. IF I lived in Stratford, I'm sure I'd come often. But if I was visiting, I would probably visit other places. Overall good.

My cousin loves this place so we went, especially because they offer liver & onions (or bacon.)…read moreAnother unusual menu item was pickerel, which our companion ordered. The food was very good; the homemade bread a bit "meh," sort of dry and not chewy. Service was very mixed; we couldn't even get the server's attention to get a coffee or water refill. A few bones in the fish but that's to be expected with pickerel. The strangest part was the register to pay for the meal if you don't want to hand your card to a server (which, to reiterate, is hard to attract.) The station is at the entry where people wait to get in, and it was some time before someone came to take the payment. They do take reservations, and often are pretty busy with locals. We even saw a party that didn't have a reservation leave because they couldn't get a table for quite a while - and this was on a Thursday, relatively early. I'm glad my cousin likes this place, but I wasn't impressed.

Popped in for a mid-afternoon snack and went with the beef nachos. It's a nice sized portion and I…read moreshared it with my wife. Plenty of cheese and ground beef and we added guacamoles. We really enjoyed . Our waterless was super nice as was the gentleman that delivered our food. It's one of the few places that are open all day. We enjoyed our snack and beers. Great place!

I dropped by with a friend before seeing a musical. The location is great, right in the heart of…read moredowntown Stratford and a short walk away from the theatres. The ambience is cozy with dim lights and comfortable booth seats. They are doing good business -- they were already filling up as soon as they opened, and by the time we left (around 1pm), they were completely full! I had wings, and my friend had the daily sandwich and pasta salad. While she was happy with the taste and portions of her food, I cannot say the same. The wings were quite overseasoned, so the overpowering flavour was salt, and the overcooked meat did not taste fresh. The price was reasonable, and the service was alright, though. The menu looked like it offered a good variety.