We made a reservation for a Sunday lunchtime here, to have a stroll in downtown area and then have…read morelunch. The lady who served us was very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed, right on-time. We were offered bread, olive oil and balsamic vinegar as a welcome treat. The balsamic vinegar was very tasty. We ordered "French 75" from cocktail menu, which was delicious and hit the right spot. For entrée, we ordered "Veal Parmigiana" and "Braised Short Ribs" (daily specials). They were both fresh and delicious and strongly recommended. We were so full that we didn't get to try their dessert.

Came in for the Taste of Oakville prix fixe menu ($30) and left genuinely impressed. The Mermaid…read moreand the Oyster is a small, cozy spot--intimate in a way that makes you feel tucked into a neighbourhood gem. It was nearly full on a Sunday afternoon, so service moved a little slowly, but the staff stayed friendly and attentive. Appetizers: - PEI Mussels - Mermaid Chowder Mains: - Shrimp Roll - Lobster Grilled Cheese Dessert: - New York-Style Cheesecake The seafood was fresh and generously portioned. My shrimp roll was light, tangy, and surprisingly plentiful, and the chowder had a hearty amount of clams--comforting without being overly heavy. The lobster grilled cheese was rich and indulgent in the best way. We finished with a classic cheesecake that rounded out the meal nicely. Overall, a satisfying experience and a lovely little spot for seafood in Oakville. Would happily return to explore more of the menu.

I have been meaning to go in and check this place out for the last 3 years. Too bad I waited. It is…read moregreat! Small, unique and so inviting. Was there for a take out lunch. Staff could not do enough for you. Ordered the lobster roll and it was huge! Could only eat 1/2. So good. Will definitely be back. What a treasure.

Dim lighting, smooth jazz vibes, and that old-school steakhouse energy... this spot hits different…read more From the moment you walk in, the ambiance sets the tone -- intimate, upscale, and perfect for a night out whether it's business or date night. The attention to detail in the space alone already tells you you're in for something special. The menu is stacked with premium cuts, and you can tell they take their steak seriously. From wet-aged to 45-day dry-aged options, everything is curated for real steak lovers. The sides? Not an afterthought. Think truffle hand-cut fries, roasted garlic mash, and mac n' cheese done right. Service was top tier -- knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the experience. You're not just eating here... you're being taken care of. And if you don't feel like deciding, the "I Don't Give a F%*K" chef's menu is such a vibe -- just sit back and let them do their thing Overall: incredible atmosphere, high-quality food, and a true steakhouse experience that delivers.

Everything was fantastic! The food, the atmosphere, the service., all top notch. The live music was…read morea great touch.

Jake's Grill and Oyster Bar did not disappoint! We sat at a high top in the bar area. Our…read moreserver/bartender was awesome, super friendly, and kept everything flowing perfectly. He was super helpful with recommendations and even gave us some fun facts about Canada. The food was just as amazing as the service. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and honestly, there wasn't a single miss. The carrot cake was so good, honestly best I've ever had in my life. You can tell they put real care into what they serve. Great food, great service, great atmosphere -- can't ask for more. Wish there was one of these in Florida!

Sweet baby Jesus, the trout was so good I forgot to take a photo. And had a bite of my wife's tuna…read moresalad: divine. Simply some of the best sea food I've had in a while. No wonder they have all these glowing reviews. Will definitely coming back!

Ambiance and everything was great. I am a business traveler and often ask to sit at the bar and am…read morealone. After asking to sit at the bar I was seated at the side bar where nobody was and told there is more room. There was a seat at the main bar available. No big deal but took a bit for one of the bartenders to come over, granted it was kind of busy. Received my drink and then waited to place my food order. As I was waiting for my food the bar I was sitting at was a dumping station for plates and glassware to ease clearing tables. My food came (the cod) and was warm at best. Could have been amazing but the potatoes were nearly room temperature. I had finished my first drink (mind you a gin & tonic) and took awhile to get another. My empty glass was left and then finished my meal. It took nearly 10 minutes for my plate to be cleared and the empty glass stayed there. Felt like an inconvenience to get my check and pay. I usually don't write poor reviews but this one was needed. 11/17/26

We took my granddaughter here recently. She is vegan and her dietary restrictions were respected…read moreand well catered for. We were able to observe the kitchen at work and this was a treat. My wife and are omnivores and thoroughly enjoyed our Get Wekked and Big Macka meals. This is a popular restaurant and in a great location with a friendly ambiance. Take care where you park as the meter maids are very thorough!

Lakeside dining. With the warmer weather approaching, Brontë Boathouse has a lovely restaurant with…read morepatio overlooking the lake. I've had several lunches here and always look forward to their Chicken Club sandwich with a side salad (you can choose from other sides as well). The sandwich comes with a generous portion of juicy chicken, bacon, cheddar cheese, avocado smash and chive aioli on sourdough bread. Every bite melts in your mouth! The Baja Fish Taco is very good too, with a lightly battered crispy haddock, pineapple pico de gallo, and a few other fixings. Sometimes I share my meal with my partner so I can try different foods. Service is prompt. The patio and restaurant gets busy in the summer so a reservation is recommended.

They're open for summer (patio) season from May long weekend (a few days earlier) until…read moreThanksgiving long weekend. And it's great that they provide summer jobs for students, as mist of their staff are younger generations. It's a nice place to sit down, relax and enjoy a bite or some drinks and also the view. They also have tables inside and you're not obligated to sit on the patio. Their menu includes small bites, seafood options, salads and bowls, sandwiches, pizza and desserts. We ordered "Baja Fish Tacos", "Cheeseburgers Loaded Fries", and "Shrimp Gyoza" and of course cocktails. The food was fresh and delicious. The service can be slow from time to time.

Came here to celebrate Mother's Day…read more This smart dressy dress code restaurant was very cozy and intimate. It was a wonderful atmosphere with soft instrumental music and the ability to hear the conversation of people at your table. To start, there was toasted bread with feta cheese and dill pickles. The starter salad was a huge supper entree size plate. The choice wax garden or Cesar. You could get the French Onion soup instead. Had the main Filet Peppercorn sauce. Asked for medium rare and it was amazing but it had a little much gravy for my liking. The baked potato side was a nice side (not too big) which came with butter and sour cream versus having french fries. Veggies were a few string beans, a slice of a big carrot and a piece of red sweet pepper. The plating of such fine expensive entrees was not very sophisticated. Thought it would be plated much nicer than it did. The server was very friendly and helpful. Chefs were accommodating to special requests and the food was excellent. A nice, special occasions/ celebration restaurant. It is better than a chain restaurant.

Great presentation and good high quality steak! Service is…read morewas very good, attention to detail was outstanding, with all our needs taken care of. Definitely would come back again. Ambiance was great as one could have a conversation without having to raise one's voice to listen.

We had our company Christmas dinner this year at the Seasons Brasserie in Oakville. Hannah who…read morecoordinated the event was super helpful right from day one till the evening of the event and also made it a point to come and make sure with me that the team was well looked after. She helped me put together a bespoke dinner menu with enough vegetarian options (some team members were vegetarians). We had assorted Canapes that included Chicken Skewers, Smoked Salmon Crostinis, Caprese and Spring Rolls. All were very tasty and popular. The red and white wine selections- Cab Sav and the Chablis were pretty good. For the mains the team had a selection of Prime Rib, Vegan Cassoulet, Cornish Hen or Pasta Primavera to choose from. I personally had the Prime Rib which was done medium rare and cooked to perfection in its jus. Marbling was ok, however not perfect (my portion had a bit extra fat hanging at the edges) and sauce was good. I heard the hen and the cassoulet were tasty too. We finished the evening off with Lava Cake and Creme Brulee, with the lava cake getting more thumbs ups. The service and the bar were attentive, courteous and fast and people got their special cocktails and drinks at the bar as and when needed. All in all, everyone was pleased with the evening.

Booked it for a birthday dinner and it was quite honestly, a really disappointing experience…read more We arrived for our reservation for 6 and we were sat by the hostess who was kind of rude and didn't have her mask on most of the time. After being sat, we waited 30 minutes before anyone came and greeted us and asked if we wanted drinks. I made eye contact with the waiter SEVERAL times but he would look at me and look away. It was really not busy and tables were empty. The table next to us were sat and ordered drinks AND food. We finally had a server come and ask if we wanted drinks, and we all ordered. The drinks took maybe another 15 minutes. The time limit we were given was 1 hour and 20 mins by the way. After we got our drinks, we got our orders in. Most of the time when i looked back, our waitress would be on her phone. I believe she was the manager (tall young Asian lady) she didn't have her mask on unless she was literally BY our table and put it up. Whenever i would ask her a question about the menu, she just looked simply annoyed and i did NOT feel welcomed. The food came in a reasonable time. It was tasty but honestly nothing special. The meat in the burger was really really tough though. The fries tasted like McDonald fries with a hint of Parmesan. We wanted to order desserts but the waitress would literally come and picked up our food and left while we literally were mid sentence. We were appalled. We got the desserts and talked for a while. The only reason i gave them two stars is because the food is quite good and we were allowed to stay for a while. The bill came to be handwritten? It was expensive for what we ordered and the service we received. Would not come back.

Food is bad (unfresh?) service was friendly and sizes are huge…read more Classic situation where a not so good restaurants compensates with volume. Serving portions are huge but taste wasn't there. Had the crab poutine and while massive it tasted old and fishy. Ordered the French onion burger and while also big, the meat tasted expired. I was sincerely worried that I would get sick later (so far it's the day after and I'm fine). The optional ceasar salad upgrade was delicious though. Server was great and super friendly. Place is classic pub and felt grimy. Won't be back because the food is awful.

Decided on fish and chips after hiking and so we were hungry! We had 2 dogs with us and luckily…read morethere was no one on the patio during that time. The fish, fried chicken and fries were all fried so we'll. The batter they used for the chicken and fish was well seasoned. They came hot and crunchy. The amount of sauce they gave us for each portion was a good amount. I would love to come back when in the area (Y)

We hosted a special family dinner at The Cherry House and it was enthusiastically enjoyed by…read moreeveryone. We left the selection of wines and hors d'oeuvres up to our event planner and were not disappointed. The serving staff were ever present for 5 solid hours and were attentive to cocktails, delicious steaks and seafood, timing, requests from individual guests, and an overall friendly ambiance. A great evening!

We had the baked Brie for an appetizer. The baked Brie was delicious but the berry compote was…read moreflavorless. The Shrimp & Scallop Linguine was delicious and flavorful. The only downside was the scallops and shrimp were slightly overcooked. My husband had the seafood linguine and he said it was good