I'm unhappy with the service I received there. I had been give a fifty dollar gift card to…read moreBrothers Brewing Company and they only provided four cans of beer (or I could sit down and drink four pints by myself in the middle of the afternoon - that was the other option). For a retirement gift, my boss had bought $50 gift certificates to six micro breweries in Guelph, which has been great. We've had dinner at some, but at others, I have just bought cans of beer to go (usually I put in a bit more cash and get 18 cans). This place must not have had a proper gift certificate, because I just had a "pint card" (4 beers value - $34) and the balance was rung up as 2 X 473mL lagers, for about $50. I explained to the server that I was sure this was meant to represent a $50 gift card and she said it was just a pint card and my boss must have drank the two tall boys there (while touring around Guelph to get gift cards at 2pm). Anyway, I finally took the 4 cans, which were $34 plus tax, although for $30, you could get 6 cans. I'm probably going on too long about this, but I feel like I was ripped off and this is my only way to deal with it, emotionally. Anyway, I will never go back there again, and please, never buy a gift certificate from this establishment.

This was my first time visiting this place. They have a nice terrace set up so we were glad to have…read morea seat outside. This is exclusively a brewery so they do not seem to serve food themselves but have other restaurant pop ups and encourage to bring your own food! To know more about their pop ups follow their instagram. We were excited for the Oyster popup from Island Oysters paired with a laza kombucha and a baby thunder pale ale. The service was attentive although note you need to order at the bar.

I was a regular at Block 3 when I lived in Waterloo. Well, if I'm honest, I was there all the time…read moreand they should have charged me rent. You might think beer was my primary motivation, and in the beginning it was. Block 3 is a small batch craft brewery that delivers on tasty beer. They generally have ten to twelve beers on tap ranging from lagers, ales, sours and sometimes a stout. They are all delicious in their own right although drinking barrel aged fruited sours is an acquired taste in my book, but trust me try them and you may learn to love them. But why else should you go? There is limited food (it's a brewery not a restaurant), no TV's to watch the game, a steady stream of classic rock playing in the background, kids running around and a few dogs to greet you on the way in. To make matters worse the cell reception is awful, my wife always had a hard time reaching me. Hmm, maybe that's not all bad... What kind of place is this, anyway? It's a modern twist on an old fashioned FAMILY oriented brewery, that's what! There are plenty of board games to play, the local regulars are always happy to share some stories, and the staff are the coolest people around. They have a great Mug Club and if you are lucky you get your own hand-thrown pottery mug with your name on it! Very cool... As I mentioned in one of my check-ins, Block 3 is a benchmark craft brewery experience. I can't recommend this place highly enough,

Great addition to the area. Walk in and go downstairs…read more Nice selections, plus games available.

I had an excellent time here. The Flying Monkeys Bar and Grill was a first time and repeated…read moreexperience because of the friendly staff, fun learning experience and a repeat stop over the course of my week's stay in Barrie. I enjoyed two of the Bar drinks, but The Paranormal was stand alone the best drink of the night. I like the decorations and design of this Brewery. The ambiance is very welcoming.

Have tried flying money juicy a$$ beer but have never been to the brewery before…read more Loved the ambiance of the bar - live music every night with Christmas decorations everywhere. The beers were amazing and so affordable. I particularly enjoyed #9 and #13 and bought a few cans to take home. We ordered fries to share as well which were tasty. I will visit again! This was a great spot to hit up after skiing at mount St. Louis

Penstock Lounge is a nice bar lounge located inside Elora Mills Hotel and Spa. Highly recommend to…read morecome here for a drink or 2 and even a snack when you visiting Elora! That priceless view. Floor to Ceiling windows that give you a view of the Grand River and Elora Gorge while you sipping some cocktails? They also have a bar menu or even some items from the main restaurant you can order from. Penstock Lounge is just a classy place to time out while you are visiting Elora. It is just hard to believe that such impressive and amazing setting is right here in Ontario!

The Penstock Lounge, located inside the newly renovated Elora Mill Hotel and Spa, is a beautiful…read morespace on the lower level of the main restaurant. Stone-chiselled steps lead you down to this wonderful room with warm tones and stone walls adding to the ambiance and character of the building. There are dining tables and a piano near the bar, and a private dining room close by, but the nicest feature (to me) is the dining room that's built out from the main structure, sitting right over the Grand River and Elora Gorge. Gorgeous! Get it? JK and I dropped in for lunch on one of our crawls. We chose a table closest to the Tooth of Time (see photo) and waterfall just on the other side of the floor to ceiling windows. We actually switched tables shortly after because the sunlight was so bright. The view of the gorge was just as impressive. We were wandering around the St. Jacobs Farmers Market earlier, munching on stuff, so we weren't too hungry. The lunch menu had quite a few things that sounded good but we decided to share an order of the Glazed Thatcher Farms Pork Belly (braised cabbage, roasted squash purée, wild mushrooms). The presentation was beautiful and it tasted really good! It was cooked perfectly - tender, moist, flavourful. Excellent dish. Their cocktail menu had a lot of interesting concoctions but we chose water and coffee. I know, it sounds boring but we still had a few stops planned on our long way home - all breweries. Yes, I was thinking responsibly! I'll have to come back to sample more of their menu. Our server was recommending their desserts. Next time. I may just have to plan a stay at the hotel so I can go through their cocktail menu. Highly recommended.

Great place that keeps getting greater! The Hop Barn is open all year Thur-Sun now, check for…read morehours. Inside, seats about 50 +/-, wood burning fireplace. Also has take outs. Usually up to 10 drafts on tap. Friendly staff, great owners!

Less than an hour from the city, amazing how different the landscape looks.. spacious, friendlier,…read moreattractive surroundings. After an hour I miss the city, get bored! ;) Nothing I'd buy again (brews), but fun adventure.

Literally off the highway away from everything, Ward One sits beside a motel where you wouldn't…read moreexpect much, which you'd be very wrong! Probably more known for being a brewhouse with lots of local beers on tap, they also offer a killer barbeque. Ordered the 3 Meat/2 Side platter for $48. Picked ribs, pulled pork and the sausage link for meats and then fries and mac & cheese for the sides. Will say the ribs and sausage links were fantastic. Juicy and a great sauce, while the sausage was rich, salty and smoked well. Pulled pork was decent but just a tad dry. The sides were very well done as well. Great seasoning and cut on the fries, mac and cheese was tasty with some added jalapenos on top. Off the beaten path, but super delicious if you're ever in the area.

In the middle of nowhere, limited parking. We got the 2 meat and 2 sides platter. French fries and…read morecole slaw both fine. The ribs were a bit tough but flavourful, nicely sauced. The lean pieces of brisket were a bit dry while the fatty pieces had a large layer of fat running through it. Brisket needs BBQ sauce. Don't get me wrong, Ward One was quite good. I'm just use to Cherry Street and Beach Hill Smokehouse in Toronto.

I have a soft spot for small local breweries that are friendly and takes prides in their products…read more Orange Snail Brewers in Milton is one of them. You might never heard of them as they are not available at LCBO and only on taps in a handful of local bars/restaurants in the area. But for a small brewery this size, they have interesting beer offerings. Drop by their brewery for some free sampling. They usually have 4 on taps. You can get them to go in one of the growlers or bottles and for their flagship Iron Pig in cans. Gally Stout Iron Pig Rattle n Nemo 16Jasper IPA Worth stopping by when you are in Milton!

Friendly and welcoming place. Creative brews always on tap. Come in as a guest leave as friends!read more

Review is based on the bottle shop & service…read more I heard about this place from another beer buddy of mine a while ago. She likes sours, stouts, porters, etc., but I finally made it out here. (Unless you're visiting someone at Maplehurst &/or live nearby, there really isn't much reason to be in this area.) First, for hours of operation, check Google. The ones on here aren't updated not to mention rather limited! They have a taproom AND it was opened! However, when I stopped by on Super Bowl Sunday, I was still weary about dining-in and they were at capacity anyway, so I didn't get a chance to enjoy my beer there. I was quite impressed with the number/variety of beers that they had available. They had a coupla pilsners, a bunch of IPAs, a stout, sours, and even some seltzers for purchase. What stood out to me the most is the friendliness of the guy helping me out. I really hate to say this, but the people who work at breweries in larger cities like Etobicoke, Toronto, etc. can learn a thing or two about patience. I may not always know what I want right away, but I always, ALWAYS buy a bunch of stuff to take home. I ask questions and always welcome recommendations. Will definitely stop by again - hopefully check out their taproom! I really enjoyed the 3 beers that I tried at home!

Arguably, the best beer in Ontario. Super friendly and welcoming folks. Picked up from these guys…read morethe first day they released to the public, right at the beginning of the pandemic, and have logged more than 100 unique releases since, and truly enjoyed every one. The "worst" beer I've had from them is better than the best beers from most breweries. The hype is genuine and accurate.

Willibald Farm Distillery & Brewery is a great spot for a "get together and hangout for hours" sort…read moreof place. Their location is out on a working farm and distillery so it is out of the way via a country road. Their restaurant is great with indoor and outdoor patio seating. Would recommend indoor due to flies and weather. Their drinks are very good and their food surprisingly excellent for a place that's mainly a distillery. We were here as a group of 6 and ordered a bit of everything. Our order: - Caesar Salad (decently sized, everyone got some) - Mushroom Pappardelle (excellent sauce and very silky, every pasta noodle had loads of sauce, the best part of the meal) - Bee Sting (great pizza, comparable with places that just focus on pizza) - Cheese Monger (all the cheese pizza) - Truffle Funghi (not too strong of truffle, just enough and it all came together nicely) - Ontario Burratini (a great bread + dip with peaches, second best part of the meal) Drinks: - Gin Mule (basically a Moscow mule but with Gin) - Spritz (cherry) The service was amazing, food started coming out around 10 mins after ordering. Ordering did take a while as they were quite busy. The attached store sold their brand of drinks, some of which you only could get there. Lots of customers came and went with cases of drinks. We got some gin to bring home as well. They have a drinks stall at St. Jacob's if you are in the area (no restaurant though). For a distillery, not only do they have great drinks, but all their food seems well thought out and a great choice all on its own. The only con is that they are pretty out of the way, but worth the day trip. They have ample parking and you can hangout on the lawn for as long as you like. They have an outdoor bar as well as corn hole and tables for you to hangout at. Board games and picnic blankets encouraged.

Had a wonderful experience dining here with friends. Although the restaurant was located on a farm,…read moreit was only a 10 minute drive away from Galt. The service was excellent, the server made every effort to get to know our names and was very attentive. We ordered a number of dishes, including the funghi pizza and the chicken cutlet. We also got a number of drinks, including their large selection of beer and the delicious gin cocktails. We sat out on their patio, which was lovely. I had a wonderful time and I'm looking forward to coming back for the amazing food and beautiful farm!

If good things come in small packages then what does it say for Last Straw Distillery? A tiny…read moreindustrial space with 1/3 dedicated to a small kitchen and set of offices doesn't leave much room to produce spirits in the manner by which they do and at the volume they do. And yet do you think that quality would suffer - hell no. If you're wondering where you can find Last Straw Distillery, it's located closer to (just south of) Langstaff just off of Jane. Watch out carefully for it as if you're not careful you may miss their store front on Pippin Rd. So what sports of spirits are they concocting at Last Straw? All of them. Their Vaughan Vodka is one of the smoothest I've had served straight up at room temperature, little to no burn and none of that head shaking as you force it down. In fact it almost has a velvety mouth field similar to a light syrup. I'm not a Gin person typically, and only recently have I really developed a taste for Gin and Tonics, their Gin 21 is floral and yet so super smooth that I think I could actually drink this straight up in a martini - the way Gin was made to be drunk. Next up there's the Dark Side of Moonshine and their Blackstrap Rum. Wow on both accounts, so much so that I bought a bottle of Dark Side to bring home. There are even a few surprises in the works for the future, like a signature single malt... imagine that a whiskey/scotch aged in barrels right here in Vaughan. The prospect of it has my mouth watering in anticipation. Pay them a visit before they get too busy and sell out of everything, one bottle of everything they carry is literally all you need to jump start your own craft cocktail home bar - trust me.

Visited this small distillery after seeing it advertised at lake Wilcox brewery, around the corner…read more The owners are very friendly and were happy to show us around and give us a tasting of their liquors. Not knowing much about the place, we were pleasantly surprised with their selection. The Vaughan Vodka was phenomenal and the gin was great. Will definitely be back to stock up the liquor cabinet!