When my wife and I were going to be making a random stop in Belleville for a couple nights, I did…read moremy thing and looked up what to do and eat while in town. I'm from an even smaller town, so I'm used to short lists for those things, but I was glad when I randomly came across The Lark. It wasn't on one of the review sites or a travel blog, but just simply perusing the downtown landscape on Google Maps. Their space on Bridge Street is airy and spacious, but the small footprint keeps things intimate, with a stunning bar that beckons to slake your thirst. Although the restaurant's name isn't on-the-nose Italian, the menu is very much so. With a handful each of primi, secondi and dolci, chances are that you won't suffer from choice paralysis while ordering, but what they have is nonetheless quite enticing. Burrata is always an easy choice, especially at a restaurant like The Lark where you know you're going to get good quality cheese and accoutrements. They didn't disappoint! The milky, semi-solid cheese paired well with tender hunks of sweet butternut squash and the crisp savouriness of fried sage. Pomegranate seeds and hazelnuts brought some sweetness and crunch, while house-made sourdough was good enough to be eaten on its own. For my main, I went with the beef cheek pappardelle. The succulent shreds of cheek took the place of ground beef in the rich Bolognese, and my taste buds were all the better for it. The fresh pappardelle was luxuriously tender, with its delicate folds sopping up all that delicious sauce. Rounded out with parm and basil, it shows that you don't have to recreate the wheel to make an excellent dish. My wife's brown butter gnocchi was no slouch either, with a decadent cream sauce, and nice hint of char to the lovely and light pasta pillows. Not to be beaten, the apple cobbler was absolutely amazing. Definitely sized for two, but no judgment if you solo it, every part was fall dessert perfection. Service was wonderfully knowledgeable on the food and drink side, as well as friendly and easygoing. I was getting strong owner-vibes, but I'm too lazy to do the amount of Googling required for a confirm. The Lark is getting done dirty by the algorithm on the major review sites and if they won't loudly announce their possession of the title as "best restaurant in Belleville", I sure will.

My favourite place in all of Belleville! The food is amazing as are the cocktails. There's a good…read morevariety to choose from for different tastes. I've gone back again since my first time visiting to try a few more things. The Beef Cheek Pappardelle was my overall favourite, but the Beef short rib was a close second. It's a cute little spot in downtown Belleville with a nice ambience. There's lots of street parking available nearby or there's a big lot that's very walkable. Service was great, we even got the bartenders choice for the drinks and it was really well done. If you're ever in the Belleville area and are looking for a spot to have dinner, this is definitely the place.

I was in the area for work and a colleague recommended this place. My friend and I shared the…read morebruschetta to start. I had the aparagus pasta for my main. It was so good, and not too heavy. It actually reminded me of my favourite pasta from back home. The asparagus was cooked perfectly, and the pasta was made fresh. They have a lot of daily specials too. The space is quite big, with rustic decor. It would be nice for a big party. The prices are a bit high, but the portions are also good.

Stumbled upon this place and great fine. Bruschetta was delicious and the cocktails are great. I…read morehad a half Aperol and half Campari spritz and my companion had a gin martini.

From the owner: Bobbi Pecorino’s Italian Wine Bar brings the experience of a traditional Italian wine bar to…read moreKingston. Found in every Italian city and small town alike, our emphasis and commitment is to offer high-quality wines reflecting the wonderful diversity of the wine world. There will be a large revolving selection of wines by the glass as well as a larger list by the bottle, allowing you to enjoy something familiar or experiment with a wine you haven’t tried. All wines are sourced from families that we consider friends and great stewards of the land, wines that are sustainable, organic, or biodynamically farmed. All the wines served in the wine bar will also be available for purchase from our extensive retail bottle shop.

Interesting one of a kind winery. Not to be missed. The…read morelounge is an intimate cozy area all in plus Rex velvet. Check for when they have entertainment. The County Queen is a star.

A great spot! Lots of selection and a really different vibe than most wineries. The server was so…read morenice and knowledgeable and recommended options based on our tastes. Very LGBTQ+ friendly as well!

Located in Kingston, Ontario this is a tapas style restaurant. The interior is dark and cool making…read moreyou think of a wine cellar. Full bar with extensive wine options. They have a private party room downstairs which is also where the restrooms are located so the restaurant isn't really accessible. They recommend 3-4 dishes per person. This can be expensive as most dishes are in the 20 dollar range. The steak with chimichurri sauce was excellent!!! But was also $44.00 for about 13 small slices. We also ordered a Thai green curry cod that comes with cashews infused in the sauce. We had a nut allergy at the table so they were able to remove the cashews to make the dish nut free. Service was decent but this is a dining environment where you are not rushed out the door. Dishes come out sporadically so you are meant for slow dining. This is a good place to celebrate a special occasion or if you just want something different while in Kingston.

Overrated food. Nice service. Too dark inside. Expensive! $16.00 for 4 dates wrapped in bacon…read more Come on

This is the place I picked to celebrate my birthday! Loved the setting, laid back but with very…read morenice design details. I recommend making reservations and asking to sit on the outdoor patio. The service was good, the FOH team was very friendly and committed to ensure customers were comfortable and happy. I left the best part for last... the food! It was outstanding! Loved the menu and the execution was spot on. I especially appreciated the fresh flavors and the presentation. Thank you for adding the pastel de Nata to your menu... that was an especially nice treat for us! Well done!

This place was INCREDIBLE!! Was in town for the wknd and was looking for a bite to grab…read more.. couldn't have landed it any better. The food was incredible and the Pinot Grigio was delicious. The staff was SO friendly !! Every single staff member!! The vibe was super cool.. we went back two days in a row. Highly recommend !!

We went to Norman Hardie for wine tasting and our experience was excellent. Wine tasting is $15 per…read moreperson, which includes four wines. Our server, Braydon, was very sweet and knowledgeable. She answered all of our questions in detail about each of the wines. We thoroughly enjoyed our tasting with her. We then stopped by the restaurant and ordered oysters, paired with a glass of Norman Hardie white wine. The oysters are imported 3 days a week from PEI. The oysters were medium sized and tasted very fresh. The restaurant had plenty of outside seating (and is dog friendly!), with a rustic feel to it. The winery itself was beautiful. We loved our time at Norman Hardie and would definitely recommend it!

I visited this place based on a recommendation and was not disappointed. It's a nice spot to relax…read moreand enjoy some wine on their outdoor patio, paired with freshly made pizza. The service was excellent as well. Will be back to visit this place again in the future.

Killer wine and beer bar, with a great full bar on the back if you need a lil sumthin extra. The…read morevibe is elegant but casual, with great, personable service. I had a blast here - the music was great, the people were fun, and the owner was super cool. Can't wait to hear back next time I'm in town!

Cute space that leans into their very French name!…read more Great mix of baked goods, pre-made sandwiches, and artisanal grocery goods. My croque monsieur wasn't quite traditional, lacking the top layer of cheese, but it was tasty nonetheless! Generously filled with ham and cheese, and the bread was good as well. Given the look, I assumed it was marble rye, but it's actually a pumpkin bread with activated charcoal!

This French bakery sells sandwiches, quiches & French & other groceries…read more Had the Croque Monsieur. Though toasted, it was still cold inside. The cheese & ham portions were generous but there wasn't cheese on top & the cheese inside didn't fully melt either. There was some creamy bechamel sauce inside. It tasted ok.