Hubby & I were out shopping on Christmas Eve for some last minute gifts and groceries. We were…read moreclose to downtown Markham and the idea of Draco came up. Initially we were going for the idea of breakfast, but timing was a bit off from what we anticipated and it was a really nice lunch date instead. I love the Markham Marriott, the staff is always warm and welcoming. Draco has a very sleek, sophisticated and cozy atmosphere. We both ordered Bacon & Cheddar burgers. I opted for a Caesar salad as an appetizer and hubby ordered their Grilled Wagyu Flat Iron Steak. Let's start with the apps. The Caesar salad was SO good! I wish I had taken a pic, but admittedly, my phone was tucked away and I was caught up in the cozy seating, great food and Christmas vibes of the restaurant and lobby. Grilled Wagyu Flat Iron Steak: $33 - Buttercup Squash Puree and Truffle Oil - Everything you want Wagyu to be - tender, cooked to the perfect temp which left a nice warm red centre. This was melt in your mouth good! The burgers - these were perfection! Draco Bacon Cheddar Burger: $25 - Aged Cheddar with Crispy Bacon Strips; Crispy Onion Straws, Arugula and Garlic Aioli. This was a very well seasoned patty, so juicy and a substantial sized patty of fresh not frozen beef. The bun was lightly toasted, bacon crispy, easily taking this into my top 3 fav spots for burgers! Options for sides include fries, sweet potato fries, poutine, side Caesar or garden salad or truffle fries. We finished off our meal with 2 really good cappuccinos and just took our time before heading home. This was our first time back here in a few years. The food was exceptional as was the service and the warm staff. Draco is the perfect spot for an early morning breakfast, work or lunch date or a nice cozy dinner. They also have Christmas & New Years dinners and brunches. Relax in the restaurant with drinks or in the adjacent lounge, this is a great spot to unwind with some great food and drinks.

The esthetic is on point. They have an infusion of fresh coming through the vents. The staff were…read morequietly there if it makes sense checking on us throughout. The food was chefs kiss. I had chicken and waffles my daughter had steak and eggs. The steak was seasoned to perfection, my waffles were crispy and so was my chicken. I wanted lactose milk he heated it up for me which was a nice touch. Would recommend Drako 100%

We came to Watercolour for our anniversary dinner and had such a lovely experience!…read more The restaurant itself is beautiful, with tall ceilings, a warm and elegant interior, and cozy booth seating that makes it especially nice for a date night. The location on Unionville Main Street is also a big plus, and they have a really nice patio that would be perfect for dining outside when the weather is nice. The food was absolutely delicious. We started with the mussels and octopus, and both were excellent. I especially love the charred flavour in the octopus. And the baguettes that came with the mussels are so addicting as well. Love the little kick in the broth! For our mains, we ordered the striploin and seafood risotto. The striploin was cooked perfectly and full of flavour, while the seafood risotto was creamy and packed with seafood. Our server was attentive, friendly, and very helpful with his recommendations. He gave us his honest opinion when we were deciding between the tenderloin and striploin. We ended up choosing to try more dishes instead of spending $185 on the bone-in tenderloin in the end. And even though we ordered way too much food for just the two of us, we cleared EVERYTHING! they were that delicious! We'd definitely come back for more food!

Came here for our Anniversary dinner, nothing was done like what they tend to do at places like…read moreJoey but seems like only for birthdays - not that I was expecting anything but wanted to see if there was something in comparison. You'll need reservations here for sure and best to reserve a table not the day before otherwise they'll have bar tops available. They have a second floor for a more private dining which is nice for small groups or couples, the washrooms are downstairs, floors are slippery - be careful! When we got there we got to choose between the alcohol side or kitchen bar, we chose the alcohol bar side since the bartender Jasmine greeted me immediately and complimented my outfit. This is a pricey place, more a high end kind of restaurant so if you're looking for a cheaper place, don't go here obviously. Food was pretty decent with what we ordered. The only that didn't stand out whatsoever was the salmon. I've been to many high end restaurants and in other countries so salmon isn't much of a hit typically. They sold out of the bass fillet and the mussels (specials for the night/week - forgot what Jasmine said) so if you want to try these, order asap! Drinks were great! I asked for a Caesar as my second/third drink and wanted a specific amount of spice, Jasmine just came with the tabasco and put the amount I wanted, thank goodness! I feel like we definitely got the best service sitting by the drinks bar with Jasmine just genuinely kind and chatting with us. We had a great time and will definitely be coming here again.

Service was lovely, we ordered the side table Caesar salad, which was very well dressed. Then got…read morethe ribeye plus the New York steak and scallops. All of our steaks were under seasoned. We should have said something in retrospect but the meat was cooked well and tender. Even the mashed potato was under seasoned. Based on all the other reviews, perhaps we were just an outlier in seasoning. Will definitely mention something next time, if we go back.

November 9th, 2025 - Birthday Dinner for my two friends…read more We ordered: Table Caesar salad x2 24oz Prime Rib Peter's Cut 50oz Tomahawk Steak Banana Foster x2 Highly recommended the Table Side Caesar Salad! We get it every time we go!

The Brunch Tower is a must-try! It came loaded with a bit of everything: tasty Malaysian-style…read morescrambled eggs, crispy potato hash, smoky bacon, lamb sausage, and even ube pancakes. The portion sizes are incredibly generous, and everything was plated beautifully, making it perfect for photos . The service was friendly and the atmosphere was lively. The patio is great for people-watching, and the staff even brought out a cake with a sparkler for a birthday at a nearby table . Highly recommend for a celebration or a fun meal with friends!

Stopped by for brunch at Next Door, located in the heart of Main St. Unionville. The restaurant is…read moreunique in a sense where it's situated in the historical Unionville Planing Mill. Was seated in their dinning hall ( the other side is more of a bar) and ordered a brunch tower for two. The tower includes their signature malaysian scrambled eggs, chorizo sausage, bacon, Brussel sprouts, toast with buttermilk pancakes stacked at top of the tower. The tower was beautifully presented and what I love most about the tower is their pancakes. Truly fluffy and light with whipped cream on top of it. Overall, service was efficient and attentive, often checked on and refilling water. On top of that, the restaurant has great decor and parking is provided in the back of the restaurant. Its considered on a slightly higher end for brunch ($20-30 range), but it was truly an amazing experience. They also have daily promos so worth checking out for dinner and late night deals.

Everything on the menu was delicious! Went with a big group and we ordered a bunch of different…read moreitems to share. Standouts were the tomahawk steak, lamb chops, and brussel sprouts. The staff was very accommodating and the overall vibe of the place felt classy :) The menu is quite pricey, I'd come back for a special occasion!

Came early at around 530pm. They have a prime time special for $65 that comes with a 6oz steak,…read moresalad and mashed potatoes or spinach. It was a good value if you come before 6pm. Good size for the salad. The mashed potatoes were a bit too buttery for our liking. I think this deal is $75 after 6pm. Kids liked their kids burger meal and the kids both got free drinks even though only one of them got a kids meal. Got the New York steak and it came in their sizzling plate of butter. Steaks were cooked perfectly medium rare with a good crust. Sides are extra. The brocollini was good. Service was good and we got seated in a comfortable booth. Overall great meal but not sure how often I'd come back with a close to $300 bill for 3.

Visited 389 Cozy for afternoon tea around 4pm. Pricing was reasonable overall, and the food itself…read morewas decent. The portion sizes were a bit smaller than I personally would've liked compared to some other spots, but the quality was still solid. The atmosphere was comfortable and made for a nice afternoon tea experience. We were one of two tables of clients there, pretty quiet place. Overall, a pretty decent place if you're looking for a casual place to eat.

HK-style western restaurant…read more Lunch special is great here. Huge portions for about $15 - more than enough for 2 meals. Their other menu items are standard pricing but the taste is acceptable too. There was a small line up during lunch time.

Great food wonderful service been here for years and it's always been very good I usually go here…read morefor a special night out

Overall experience was that it's not bad. Some things were done well such as the tasty Caesar…read moresalad, delicious French onion soup. The garlic bread is super oily, the spaghetti and meatballs and fettuccini Alfredo is okay not my fave. The rib eye was super fatty and the Prime rib was okay. The Striploin steak medium well was overdone and super chewy as well. Overall not a fan of their steaks but service was hospitable.

Always the go to restaurant in Markham or Whitby if you ever want a sit down restaurant. Come…read moreespecially on a Wednesday and the burgers are super cheap. Staff and service is also excellent. I have came to Smash for over 3+ years and it has never failed me once. Fyi. If its your bday and you're not the type of person to tell everyone. You can secretly talk about it amongst your friends and they will bring you a bday dessert haha

My wife and I went to Smash Kitchen and Bar, and we had a generally good experience…read more The staff are friendly, the wait time for food was 13 minutes (yep, I time it), the food tasted great (we split the truffle mushroom baked eggs for the main, and Cathy's chocolate banana bread for dessert). Overall, a very pleasant experience. They only lost a point because there was an egg shell in our meal.

The service was excellent. I've been meaning to come here for about 2-3 years ever since I learned…read moreabout it back when I worked at Ambrosia grocery. Actually back in June when it was my birthday I had made the decision to come here or go to a Brazilian steakhouse. I did neither. Today however I decided that nothing would stop me I needed to learn if the rumour about Japanese wagu was true. The concept is that in the west we raise meat butcher it and sell it as is. In Japan they decided to selectively breed the meat to incorporate a more streamlined fatty deposit that not only brings flavour but tenderness. I knew I was going to pay a pretty penny. I opted out of the tenderloin and decided on a thin strip of sirloin steak as shown in the picture. At $56 it's the single most expensive piece of meat I've ever purchased. Make no mistake about it I knew I was getting f*cked but but I somehow didn't mind it when I paid. I didn't know if the owner was a man or woman so I'm not sure where the bulk of my money was going, whether it was to the store of Japan. Either way I was definitely fin-domed for those who know the crude terminally. The only question is: was it worth it? Well people say you should panfry for best flavour but I microwave over a Japanese curry csauce I got. I apologize if I dishonored you all through my cooking method. Anyhow the meat ended up being more tender and there was a more flavourful fatty profile but I did not but it didn't really melt in my mouth as reviews say (again microwave sorry). I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5. I feel like any decent marbled fatty steak or ribeye could come close but the Wagu was special indeed, so Famu gets 5 stars

Go big or go home! I am a HUGE fan of anything bbq'd. Hubby and I are always searching for the best…read morebutcher that sells all of our fav cuts. Last Summer we were craving some Wagyu cuts. We have tried a few places in and around Markham that sell Wagyu, but non of them blew us away. I decided to do a random search for Japanese Butchers and Wagyu and came across FãMu Inc. which is listed as "The only Japanese Butcher in Ontario". FãMu is the Japanese pronunciation of farm. They are all about animals that are pasture or free-run, raised without chemicals, antibiotics, hormones or animal bi-products. Located in J Town, an indoor/outdoor mall of Japanese businesses located On Steeles Avenue E near Woodbine in Markham. (LOVED the shops at J Town!!). We have had several great experiences with this shop since our first visit 9 months ago. Everyone in shop is very helpful and knowledgeable about all of the cuts they sell. Our first try of FãMu we purchased the A5 Wagyu Miyazaki Striploin. BBQ'd on the grill for 2 min on each side (as per the butchers recommendation), the cuts were bbq'd to perfection and just melted in our mouths. I have never eaten a steak anywhere that was so perfectly marbled and so tender. I would say it was easily one of the best steaks I have ever had! The next would be the Australian Wagyu Ribeye we picked up (15oz cuts). A little on the pricey side, but WOW, you get what you pay for and no better way to indulge in a perfect steak bbq. Some of the cuts of Japanese Wagyu they sell are: Kobe - A5 Kuromame Nagi - A5 Furano - A5 Miyazaki (Miyazakigyu)- A5 Hokkaido (Tokachi) - A5 Various Regions Of Japan - A4 Plus ~ Australian Wagyu, US Wagyu, Chicken, Berkshire Pork, Wagyu burgers and Wagyu slices for Sukiyaki Hot Pots and more! During 2 of our recent visits we also tried their Double Wagyu Beef Bowl. Thinly sliced pieces of Wagyu seasoned with in store made terriyaki/soy sauce over a bed of steamed rice. Small portion for the cost, but filling and THE most tender beef bowl you will ever try! Not sure about which cut to try, visit their website and you can get detailed info on each cut, you can also stop in and ask or order online. In shop everyone is very warm, friendly and happy to help if you have any questions.

We've decided for the last 5 years to celebrate anniversaries at the keg. This one in particular is…read moreone of our favourites - when I was away for work, my husband came here on his own to have an anniversary dinner with me on FaceTime. His running joke is it's cheaper to go here without me. Anyway, the food is consistently good and the service is always fantastic. Always make sure to make a reservation because especially in this plaza it's a little crazy to just do a walk-in. We like coming here for the consistent output of food. We're never surprised we know exactly what we like and we always leave here happy. Thank you for always being a memorable spot for us year over year.

The Keg is by far one of the most reliable restaurant chains in Toronto. They have figured out the…read morerecipe for success (no pun intended), in the challenging restaurant market. The steaks are amazing and are moderately priced. The service is great, and the ambiance is warm semi-elegant, perfect for a business meal or a family gathering. You cannot go wrong with any of the NY striploin, filet or ribeye. If you want something different, try their baseball (which is very thick and lean) or the prime rib (with horseradish on the side.). All sides are good, especially baked potato, and my favourite roast veggies (drenched in butter, yum.). You may want to add some blue cheese on top of the steak, or some peppercorn sauce. You can add a one of the nice starter salads like Caesar or wedge of iceberg with blue cheese. The complimentary started bread is freshly baked and is delicious. Don't skip on the Billy Miner Pie ice-cream cake. The slice is big enough for two. I would usually give them a 5-star review but last night's meal at this particular location was a bit disappointing. Some of the steaks were overcooked. Prices are steeper. But more importantly, the lobster tail dinner was very bad. The lobster was not fresh and was cooked to death with unappetizing spices and way too much salt. In addition, the place was not super clean. It could use some better cleaning, and a little up-spruce.