Inclusive menu and casual atmosphere. Great place to stop by and enjoy. Love the patio!read more

Unprofessional and Discriminatory Behavior by Bar Staff…read more In Canada, you have the right to be free from discrimination in public places, including restaurants. I believe that our city has the potential to be a welcoming and inclusive place for all. I recently visited The Dickens and had a very disappointing experience, and I believe it is important to address this matter to ensure it does not happen to others. During my visit, I observed the bar staff member, taking multiple shots of alcohol while on duty. This unprofessional behavior was concerning enough, but what made the situation worse was the discriminatory treatment I received. Despite my attempts to order, I was repeatedly ignored by the staff members, while other patrons were served promptly. I believe the lack of service I received was due to discrimination, which is completely unacceptable. I got a dirty look from one of the female staff members, a short blond, while having a discussion, huddled with the other bar staff members. That's when the dark haired female staff member walked up to me and said they are denying me of service, with no explanation. This left me feeling unwelcomed, hurt, and discriminated against. To address the issue, I called the restaurant to speak to the manager. Unfortunately, I was met with rudeness and was unable to properly discuss my concerns. When I asked for the managers email, I was speedily told and then abruptly hung up on. Such behavior reflects poorly on the establishment and raises serious concerns about its commitment to treating all customers fairly and respectfully. I expect The Dickens takes this feedback seriously and implements necessary changes and addresses these issues to ensure a professional, welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers. I hope that this incident does not reflect the values of your establishment. Racism is subtle these days, existing in locations where it is difficult to see because it is viewed as a social taboo. I found it at the restaurant, but I'm not sure where else it may be. I didn't realize that racism still exists in some places. Until I saw it in front of my eyes. Black consumers had to wait longer than white customers and were refused service.

We went for a late Valentine's dinner. Everything from the cozy atmosphere, attentive service and…read moredelicious food were outstanding! Started with a spicy margarita and grapefruit cocktail, which were spot on! I had the creamy garlic Mussel Pot and hubby had the bacon wrapped meatloaf with garlic mash. Soooo filling, we could not finish it! Highly recommend for a cozy date night.

April 11/2025: Lunch with Keith…read more This was pretty good. It was quiet for a lunch period. Our server "Vino" was very nice & attentive & delivered solid service. My main was the Italian Hoagie ($20.00). Came with a side salad that was just ok but not great. The sandwich itself was very good. Had lots of meats & was quit tasty. I'd do this again but just order different food.

So as a regular customer in the later evening onna Tuesday night... gather with friends after dart…read moreleague play for a couple beverages, and commaraderie after a competitive league competition. Upon entering the establishment shortly after 12am, I had to excuse myself to get past two patrons loitering on the front door steps inhibiting the entrance to get in. "Excuse me I said ", the one gentleman stepped aside saying sorry, no worries I replied to him. Apparently when I opened the door to enter my backpack brushed the other gentleman in the chest. Didn't actually realize until I was through the entrance, looked back as he was clearly overreacting to the incidental contact upon myself entering. I entered the restaurant, dropped my knapsack and went back to apologize to the gentleman. Words were specifically, " sorry my backpack bumped you went i entered, i think you kind of overreacted. " The other gentleman who actually moved when i excused myself passing them, got all indignant, belligerent, and agitated followed me into the restaurant looking for a confrontation. I actually unaware of this as it was unfolding was caughg off guard as my friends intervened what was going to be a physical altercation. It was actually, said gentleman was physical with my friend who was having my back, continued to be aggressivd. Taunted me, still being aggressive...upon which time the bar staff asked 'ME' to leave... are you kidding me i said, I'm not the person loitering on the front step, blocking patron and then getting aggressive abd starting an altercation. Not at all pleased with how the staff dealt with this. Total bs. I've been attending the Poacher establishment for close to 40 years. They just lost a huge amount of respect in my eyes. I will be sharing this incident with many friends and potential customers. Discouraging supporting this establishment. Not happy one little bit.

Whatever. I'm going through Canada though Niagara falls area. We stop at my favorite British hub…read morePoacher. It is a homie atmosphere that you honestly believe that you are somewhere in England at a local pub with a great beer and whiskey choices

The ambiance is great and so too the location…read more Service was professional, attentive, friendly and unobtrusive The food was delightful The gyros, souvlaki, spanakopitas were great. Calamari ( not the standard fare you get elsewhere), taramosalata ( if you like fish roe ) and the baked feta ( outstanding ) Only thing that was surprising was that after we were almost done ordering our mains from the Lunch Menu, we were told that it was only the Dinner Menu was on offer. Seemed strange to have a Lunch Menu and not have it available at lunch time

Delicious food, on Burlington's lakeshore. Great views of the water, a very nice patio, reasonable…read moreprices, quick & friendly service. We enjoyed everything we ordered. Parking garage is nearby which is also very convenient.

Great location, in the summer when they open the outdoor sitting, you could enjoy the beautiful…read morelakeview while having your meals. The food is great, particularly like the mussels, comes in good hearty portion. To spice up your life, they have salsa nite on Sundays and offer free lessons. So come on down and try it out!

I'm not entirely sure what Scottish food is so I can't vouch for this place's authenticity. I did…read morefind it interesting that there was butter chicken on the menu. I got their beef brisket sandwich with sweet potato fries and it was quite good. Their sweet potato fries are a great texture and super delicious. The brisket was very flavourful and quite tender. My friend got their brisket pie which she liked. She said they used to have a fish pie that she loved but it's no longer on the menu. The rest of our table got their fish and chips. The potato fries were pretty thick cut and done well. I would say that they did make the pieces of fried fish look small though. Service was friendly and prompt.

Loved this restaurant! The service was warm and attentive. The halloumi popcorn appetizer was truly…read moreoutstanding, and the seafood risotto was large and delicious. The next time we are in town, we will be sure to go here again.

The chopped salad was one deep plate bowl. It was very filling but the name is definitely…read moremisleading because only the cucumbers were chopped into smaller slices and the grape tomato's were cut in half. The macaroni and cheese sounded pricey but it was a very generous portion. The one piece fish and chip was very generous especially the thickness of the piece of fish. The server was friendly and quick and our meals came quickly which was a nice bonus. Especially since today was Mom's Day. Typical bar and pub. Oldies 1908s music playing but not too loud. TVs with hockey playing in the background with zero sound. When the doors were open you can feel the cold wind draft on colder days. It was decent though and well lit and tables seem to be clean also. So were the floors and restroom. So that is a good sign.

Spectacular Canada Day!…read more I came to visit Canada during my 4th of July break and ended up visiting during Canada day. I hit OpenTable and found Sunset Bistro open for reservations, so I quickly made a morning reservation. Thankfully I checked OT because their hours on Yelp showed that they were closed! We both ordered coffee and the amazing Bistro Benedict and were not disappointed. The service was great, our server Jibran kept our coffee filled with coffee and kept bringing milk. The music was a little loud, but being only one of three tables this morning, it is likely more noticeable without the constant sound of other tables talking. I hope to come back again someday, certainly a great experience.

This restaurant is at the east end of Burlington's waterfront, very near to the pier. It opened…read more2022-09-30. It serves mainly Canadian/North American fare. Their food is of elevated quality and the service is good. There are two parts of the restaurant. When you enter, there is a bar area which is just average in appearance. Then you get to the main dining area where it is nicely decorated and plenty of light entering the area. The dining area is befitting of an upscale restaurant. We ordered the following: 1. Mixed Green Salad (small $7.95, large $13.95). 2. Fish & Chips (1 pc $18.95, 2 pc $26.95). 3. Baked Pistachio Salmon ($26.95). 4. Bread Pudding and Ice Cream ($9.99). The Mixed Green Salad has tomatoes,  cucumber, matchstick carrots, sweet peppers, onion, goat cheese candied walnuts, and tossed in a lemon vinaigrette. The salad was good but needed more vinaigrette. We asked for more and they gave us a container with more, which made it perfect. Another thing: we ordered small but they misheard me and gave us large. They were nice enough to change our bill to reflect the price of a small. We ordered two pieces for the Fish & Chips. The fish is haddock, beer battered, with fries, signature tartar sauce, and cole slaw. The haddock was plump, fresh, flakey, and tasty. The batter was crispy but a little too thick. My mother and son didn't have the strength to cut through it. The Baked Pistachio Salmon had a pistachio crusted salmon, roasted sweet potatoes,  warm spinach, seasonal vegetables,  and drizzled maple butter. The glaze had a strange taste. I found out that they put Dijon mustard on the fish to hold the pistachios in place. I usually don't like Dijon mustard it it wasn't overly strong. The mustard should be listed in their menu I think. On the positive side, the salmon was plump, fresh, flakey, and tasty. It appears that this restaurant serves good seafood. I will have to come back to try other items. The Bread Pudding and Ice Cream was smooth and delicious. It is a custard with raisins and rum butter sauce, with whipped cream and vanilla ice cream. The custard was smooth. I hardly tasted the rum which is good because I don't like alcohol. The whipped cream was fresh and light. There are 4 parking spots nearby on Elizabeth St that are free for 20 mins until 18:00. I happened to arrive at 17:59 and was able to park for free for our entire dinner! There is free WiFi. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. There are separate male/female washrooms and they are wheelchair accessible. There are paid street parking and parking lots nearby. There are high chairs for little children. Review 2023-071

Fine Dining... casually!…read more When a restaurant delivers the best meals, with top shelf service in an intimate setting, you call that Michelin Star or at least recommended. When you do it effortlessly, you call that Buvette, a new standard in Casual Fine Dining. I had the most wonderful evening at Buvette in Burlington. Yes ... Burlington. Far away but worth the drive. Step in and friendly salutations are offered, along with overheard lively conversations of happy patrons that have been looking forward to a night out. It's been a long few years, and Buvette has spent their time setting up and after only opening 8 months ago, they are shaking up the dining scene. The home reimagined and constructed into Buvette is gorgeous. The passthrough fireplace, with Buvette proudly emblazoned on it, plays the center piece. The sunken sunroom dining area, the intimate bar, stairs to the second floor dining area all pass by warmth of the fire. And of course, opposite to the fireplace is the glass encased small collection of fine wines. Though Buvette is a Winebar, let's not forget their handcrafted cocktails. The owner was cheeky and named them after businesses around the historic Village Square of Downtown Burlington. From carpaccio to cauliflower bites, burrata to pastas, steaks to lobster, the names may be standard, but the food here is elevated to a whole new level. My fav? Obvisouly The Buvette Signature Share Platter! A mouthwatering board featuring steak, lobster, shrimps, lamb, and all the fixings. Whether you are here for vibes and drinks, spend some quality time with family, or a special someone, you really came to the right place. My night was amazing, however, take a gander at the menu before heading out. The place is casual but don't forget, it is Fine Dining. Bring your card made of metal... or someone you know that is!!! Downtown Burlington continues to impress me as a place for upscale living, and I think Buvette has given me another reason to perhaps make a move? Hmmm... CHEERS!!!

Food and service tops! Beet salad was delicious and as a…read moreappetizer huge BB bits and hamburger both are worth every bite. But not for the handicapped as washrooms are up stairs!

A nice go-to place for a fancy dinner in a cozy and warm environment. The food is great and the…read moremenu changes every once in a while so there's always something new or different to try out but the quality is always great. We had duck breast, seafood pasta, mussels, seared tuna and a creme brulee...and everything was perfect. Service is very inviting, friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this place if you're in the Burlington area either for lunch or dinner. There is parking in the area and availability will depend on the season and if there are any other activities happening near the lake. Regardless of what you do in the area, Martini House will be a nice and inviting place for you to go and check out for a meal or a casual catch-up with friends at the bar.

Had the Malibu Martini tonight…read more Tried the lobster bisque which was the soup of the day. It was creamy, flavorful and very good. Good price at $9. However there was no lobster meat. Tried the lobster croquette and asian nacho as tapas tonight. Both were good especially the asian macho. The lobster croquettes were creamy ann's didn't seemed to be seasoned very well. It was not Market Priced so that was a good thing. Good service provided by all.