Smokes and Mirrors is a hidden gem I discovered recently! It has a cozy setting with fewer than ten…read moretables, so it's rarely too busy, and you can usually snag a same-day reservation. We've been back several times now, and the food quality and service have been consistently excellent. They always start you off with a complimentary plate of cheese and bread, which is generous enough to be filling on its own. We've tried quite a variety of dishes and enjoyed almost all of them. Dishes we've tried: - Bone marrow: Best enjoyed hot, with a nice refreshing flavour. - Miso black cod: My favorite dish here -- honestly better than what I've had at many Japanese restaurants. The fish was fresh, cooked to perfect tenderness, and beautifully flavored. - Salads: My son loved it; I found it fairly ordinary. - Mushroom pizza: Great dough, creamy, with generous toppings. Really enjoyed this one. - Watermelon and burrata: No complaints at all. - Shrimp pasta: Well-flavored with a solid portion size. - Steak: Not what I expected -- a thin, deep-fried cutlet rather than a premium cut. The only dish I didn't love. - Oxtail: A seasonal special, cooked wonderfully tender with a bright, refreshing flavor. Loved it. - Chocolate mousse: Another standout -- you really can't go wrong with a good dessert. Overall, I highly recommend Smokes and Mirrors if you're looking for fine-dining quality at great value ($50-$80 per person), paired with a quiet atmosphere and warm, attentive service.

Best new restaurant in Vaughan…read more The chef and staff are first class. The food here only gets better every time I come back. The classics and the new stuff. The place is cool and small but great. I have done private parties and it was a blast.

First time trying Shelby's after seeing all their trending funny reels but never had a chance…read morebecause their spots are outside Toronto in the burbs. We ordered the chicken shawarma and the legendary bowl with mixed protein. I dressed my wrap with spicy garlic and it just had a tiny bit of heat and it was perfect. I really enjoyed the fresh saj bread that it's wrapped in. It really sets it apart from all the shawarma places around town. The legendary bowl is also really good with a generous amount of protein and my SO love the roasted cauliflower on top though he says the fries in the bowl is not as good as another shawarma he enjoys downtown and would order the crispy wrap for next time. The space is really on theme and matches the catchphrases from their reels and even the receipt gives you a waiver warning about using ketchup on their shawarma. I love how they have the tablets so you can order and check the offerings to disperse the line and wait. It's not as fast as the usual fast food, shawarma spots but the quality is certainly up there. It doesn't look busy but they have a steady flow of online deliveries/pickups. The only feedback is the receipts seem really long because they include the waiver to not use ketchup in each receipt. Since they ask for your number to order on the tablet, probably just include it the first time. We forgot to order a drink and ordered it separately and it is unnecessary to print another long receipt again for one drink. Lastly a curious question I have is why the name Shelby's? Given the Middle-Eastern food, I wonder why an English-origin name.

The best schwarmas I've ever eaten Ordered their legendary…read morephalaphal was the best The legendary lamb and cheese schwarma was very good too The interiors are cool too The customer service is the best It's self service was very good Good ambiance and a very good experience The legendary wrap is so big with the best taste

Incredible setting. Incredible meal. Outstanding service! (Dominique). A destination restaurant for…read moresure!

We stumbled upon this place while visiting a good friend of ours. This place has a great open space…read morewith high ceilings. We were greeted with a warm welcome and the servers were very attentive. We ordered the steak, risotto with grilled chicken, miso cod, fish and chips and the ancient grains bowl. The steak was cooked to perfection. The risotto was creamy and umami-filled. The miso cod was light and was nicely paired with the coconut curry sauce. The fish and chips were 10/10, and the ancient grains was refreshing. Highly recommend the Leaping Horse Merlot 2021 Would definitely come back here!

Really good Mexican food, good service and very kind people! The ambiance so nice!…read moreI recommend because this is a real Mexican food

It's pretty good! Their tacos are loaded with a generous amount of tasty proteins. I enjoyed the…read morebeef the most. Only complaint is that the toppings a little lacking, need to load that up a bit more. The place is really cute, fun Mexican vibes. Servers were friendly.

My first visit to Black Bellows... We were greeted pleasantly and promptly, and escorted to our…read moretable. Outside seating was beautiful tonight. An added feature, dogs are welcome! I started out with a seasonal flight.. I declare that the craft beers are unique and satisfying. Dinner tonight was a Blackened Snapper sandwich, with complimentary fries. The fish was cooked perfectly, and seasoned to a remarkable taste. Overall a great experience. Our server was magnificent, too!

This was my first time in Collingwood and found this cozy pub. The staff were extremely friendly…read moreand helpful. I ordered the beer sample. The ball peen was super good and would go back for more. I had the smash burger and also was yummy. Overall this is great place if you are looking for good beer and pub food.

AMAZING, the price is a little bit more elevated, but for the extravagances and the beauty of the…read morefood, it is most definitely worth it. The ambience is definitely something to long after the music is wonderful and the service is extremely well. Done with the food is incredibly precise and the definition of beautiful. What's so amazing about this restaurant is that everything is so in sync the head chef seems to treat all of his kitchen staff with utmost respect and does not hesitate to teach them what they might not know he is the opposite of what we would think stereotypical harsh chef would be. The chef's wife is in charge of the dine in. She is a warm and bubbly character. That makes sure everything is up to the high expectation we all have once we go there for dinner. Once again, yes, the prices are a little bit elevated, but for a gourmet restaurant, it is absolutely worth it his magnificent little restaurant and everybody there is extremely kind and the food is nothing less than delicious.

I happen to discover Maison T while scrolling Instagram. A local favourite, this place is run by a…read morehusband and wife team with years of restaurant experience. The husband is from Japan so his dishes are a Japanese-French fusion. Their steak frites is one of their classic dishes that is a must try. They have specials and have a wide range of drinks. Their desserts are also very delicious. Going back to the owners, the wife serves as host, but is also knowledgeable in wine. She circulate the restaurant and seems really keen to get to know the customers. I have already been here twice and can't wait to return. Reservations are a must! Good for: dinner, drinks, French cuisine

We've been meaning to come here ever since it first opened. My husband enjoyed his burger. It was…read morecooked medium rare to order. My son devoured the entirety of his fish and chips, and it was a huge fillet. I had golden beer battered shrimp. The shrimp was plump and perfectly cooked. The batter is light and tasty. No honey mustard if that's what you like for your salad (fries for me). My son and husband really liked the Carolina gold sauce the kitchen recommended as an alternative. It's good and has a similar tang, just not for me. The ranch was solid. They have a limited beer and wine selection. We didn't notice they had a bar for mixed drinks until after the fact. The menu says they will offer local wines soon, which I like to see (and prefer to order) at local establishments. Service was excellent. The restaurant is bright and open with a subtle blue nautical theme. Comfortable booths. We'll be back.

This is one of our favorites for fish dinners on Friday. I love that, if you order the fish fry,…read more$1.00 of that price goes to the Olcott Fire Company. They recently changed their menu and now offer one of my favorites: Chicken Cordon bleu. Loved it the first time I ordered it and so far, haven't disappointed. Their clam chowder is delicious and you know it is clams...you can find them in their cup...not like some other places I go where you aren't sure it really is clam chowder. Service is friendly and if you go there enough, the servers know what you like to drink and are ready for you when you get in. Loved their bourbon bacon burger too. It is a casual place and children are welcomed and it is handicapped accessible. Lovely little entry way, too.

Solid AYCE Japanese BBQ place by Niagara Falls. It was about a 15 minute walk from Fallsview…read moreCasino. They also have free parking onsite if you want to drive. Hostess and all the servers were wonderful. They were able to seat us even though we were still waiting on the other half of our party. We were split between two tables since we were a large group but they put us next to each other. Gratuities were included on the bill at the end of the evening. Dinner menu was pretty decent with lots of meats and seafood to choose from. Drinks are extra. Desserts were yummy! The cold noodle and bibambap were good too. The servers will take your order on their iPad and all the food came really quickly. We didn't have one dedicated server but they were all super, super friendly!

One of the newly open Japanese barbecue place Nice earthy…read moremood decor Food and service are exceptional A bit pricey on the menu But you get the idea and how it is served Visit and see , nice for family and Corporate meeting place

My colleagues and I had lunch today at The Best Kept Secret, an out-of-the-way restaurant and event…read morespace off Caledonia, south of Lawrence Avenue West. Situated by the railroad tracks, next door to collision repair shops, the outside doesn't look very appetizing. Wait for the food, however, because it is pretty darn good. The BKS is open for lunch Wednesday through Friday only. For $14.99 you can indulge in a fresh buffet with home made soup, a choice selection of salads (the boccochini/tomato was delish), and a variety of mains including prime rib. We all enjoyed the food and look forward to returning. The space is also available for corporate events, weddings, etc.

From the owner: We specialize in private parties and functions up to 120 people. These include both corporate and…read morepersonal. We are an exclusive venue that uses only the best foods and ingredients offering a world class buffet. We do NOT allow outside food and are fully licensed through the L.L.B.O. We do working lunches, seminars, milestone and holiday parties for businesses. Offering extensive packages we are the premium destination for Private functions. We can accommodate parties as small as 20 people with both seated and buffet services available. Impressive your friends and let them in on the Secret!

We were in town for a wedding in Brampton and needed somewhere to go for dinner near the hotel…read more The food was delicious, the staff were very friendly and it was not overly dressy which is what we wanted. It was a great find!

My Uncle Dan is straight out of a movie. The most Italian man you could ever think of. Straight out…read moreof the Goodfellas, thick accent, wife beater, gold chains, etc. He has more money from his construction business than he knows what to do with. He's in his twilight years of working so these days he mostly spends his time making his own red wine from scratch, hunting turkeys, and growing vegetables in his garden. He clears the vibe check. I'm yapping now, but all this to say he picked Il Gatto E La Volpe for dinner so I knew this food was gonna SMACK. We started with margherita pizzas for the table, arrancini, calamari, and a couple bottles of red wine picked by Uncle Dan. My Mom got the gnocchi bolognese, which I knew I would get 80% of as she eats like a mouse, so I went with the Florentine steak. I hate to be corny and say "everything was sensational," but everything was sensational so Imma leave it at that. My favorites were the gnocchi bolognese and arrancini though, as I had never seen gnocchi bolognese on a menu. It honestly should be a more common dish. I'm making a prediction that by 2029, gnocchi bolognese will be a standard item on all Italian menus. Service was great, vibes were up, and this was just a great place to enjoy some much needed family time over some red wine. These haters got me stressed. SHOUTOUT TO UNCLE DAN! IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__