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    Essence Bistro

    4.7 (3 reviews)
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    Earls Kitchen + Bar

    Earls Kitchen + Bar

    3.0(194 reviews)
    4.0 km
    $$

    English We were…read morelooking for a new food place for dinner where we can try a good delicious food late night. So, we decided to visit Earls Kitchen + Bar located in Vaughan, ON. If you're looking for a phenomenal food / dining experience, look no further than Earls Kitchen + Bar. Their menu is a culinary masterpiece, offering an incredible selection of dishes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff ‍‍‍ is friendly and attentive, making every visit a true pleasure. Earls Kitchen + Bar is a lovely place. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city in spite of being in the city . There's an ample parking space around the building. The place has the huge indoor seating arrangements and the seating arrangement is super comfortable and spacious. The staff is really nice, friendly and kept following . The food menu is great and there are many choices to choose from and they also offer quite a lot of small bites options to choose from.Pricing is decent, good value for money and the place is more suitable for a group of people. French / Français Nous cherchions un nouveau restaurant pour dîner, où savourer un bon repas tard le soir. Nous avons donc décidé d'aller chez Earls Kitchen + Bar à Vaughan, en Ontario. Si vous recherchez une expérience culinaire exceptionnelle, ne cherchez pas plus loin qu'Earls Kitchen + Bar. Leur carte est un véritable chef-d'œuvre, offrant une incroyable sélection de plats pour tous les goûts. L'atmosphère y est chaleureuse et accueillante, et le personnel est amical et attentionné, faisant de chaque visite un pur plaisir. Earls Kitchen + Bar est un endroit charmant. À l'écart de l'agitation citadine , tout en étant en ville . Un grand parking entoure le bâtiment. L'établissement dispose d'une vaste salle intérieure avec des sièges confortables et spacieux. Le personnel est très agréable, accueillant et aux petits soins . La carte est excellente et propose un large choix de plats, ainsi que de nombreuses petites portions. Les prix sont corrects, un bon rapport qualité-prix et l'endroit est idéal pour un groupe.

    Service was great! They were very accommodating of allergies at our table and took their time to…read moreshare their recommendations. The vibes were mixed. Some people were dressed casually, and others were dressed business casual. The Bigger Better Burger was very juicy and flavourful. The height of the burger made it hard to eat but great otherwise! Tried their strawberry mocktail. It was THE BEST thing there. Will definitely come back to try more drinks.

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    Malai

    Malai

    5.0(4 reviews)
    5.5 km

    Malai | The Indian Lounge in Brampton is an standout destination for anyone seeking an elevated…read moreIndian dining experience. The restaurant excels in blending traditional flavors with modern flair, particularly noted in their rich, aromatic butter chicken and expertly prepared tandoori dishes like the Malai Soya Chaap. the Honey Chilli Cauliflower and soft garlic naan as must-try items. Beyond the food, the cozy yet elegant ambiance and attentive hospitality make it a popular spot for special occasions. While service can occasionally be slow during peak hours, the vibrant atmosphere and refreshing mocktails ensure a memorable visit for both casual and fine dining.

    English We were…read morelooking for a new food place for dinner where we can try a good Desi food. So, we decided to visit Malai located in Brampton, ON. If you're looking for a phenomenal food / dining experience, look no further than Malai. Their menu is a culinary masterpiece, offering an incredible selection of dishes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff ‍‍‍ is friendly and attentive, making every visit a true pleasure. Malai is a lovely place. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city in spite of being in the city . There's an ample parking space around the building. The place has the huge indoor seating arrangements and the seating arrangement is super comfortable and spacious. The staff is really nice, friendly and kept following . The food menu is great and there are many choices to choose from and they also offer quite a lot of small bites options to choose from.Pricing is decent, good value for money and the place is more suitable for a group of people. French / Français Nous cherchions un nouveau restaurant pour dîner et déguster de la bonne cuisine indienne. Nous avons donc décidé d'aller chez Malai, à Brampton, en Ontario. Si vous recherchez une expérience culinaire exceptionnelle, ne cherchez pas plus loin que Malai. Leur menu est un véritable chef-d'œuvre, offrant une incroyable sélection de plats pour tous les goûts. L'atmosphère est chaleureuse et accueillante, et le personnel est amical et attentionné, faisant de chaque visite un vrai plaisir. Malai est un endroit charmant. À l'écart de l'agitation citadine , tout en étant en ville . Un grand parking entoure le bâtiment. L'établissement dispose d'une vaste salle intérieure avec des sièges confortables et spacieux. Le personnel est très agréable, accueillant et aux petits soins . La carte est excellente et propose un large choix de plats, ainsi que de nombreuses petites portions. Les prix sont corrects, un bon rapport qualité-prix et l'endroit est idéal pour un groupe.

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    The Moose

    The Moose

    3.6(29 reviews)
    3.5 km
    $$

    Came here for lunch with some friends…read more The place was quite. Service was good. But they had 1 person managing the whole place which made it a bit slow. Love the new look of the place. Food was average with typical bar stuff. Nothing was off the carts. Place is made for sports and beers.

    Last week, I saw my friend's photo of a surf and turf cheeseburger, and what was left of my small…read moremind was blown. I decided to look at the menu, saw the lobster roll, and knew that I needed to order it. I love lobster rolls. I see it on a menu and I must order it. No thought required. Done! There are three COAST locations, all ghost kitchens, in the GTA. One is in downtown Toronto. Another is at the Firkin that I used to frequent at Yonge and Eglinton. The one is Vaughan is the latest addition, which is where I went last night. I placed my order through Uber Eats for pickup: - PEI lobster roll with COAST salad - Crispy COAST shrimp - Crème brûlée cheesecake - Superbowl Sunday special (free COAST fries when your order is $40 or more) The downside is that I got a general location as to where to go to pick up my food. I got to the plaza with Nations grocery store anchoring it. Where do I go next? Well, my prayers were answered when a nice person from COAST called me and said that my order was ready. He let me know that COAST is in The Moose, which is a Firkin pub. Yes, direction! I thanked him and parked closer to the pub. The Moose looks new and modern. It has patio heaters and is open for dining in, as is many eateries in York region now. I was greeted by a nice man. He asked for my order number. I showed it on my phone and he went to fetch my order. I saw this white paper bag with handles on the bar counter. He thanked me and handed it to me. I reciprocated. I could smell the fries through my mask. I was so excited and I headed over to my car. I got home and had dinner. I bought more than I could down, so I have leftovers today that I look forward to having I had a container full of salad. The PEI lobster roll was camouflaged by it. You can choose fries or salad as your side. Considering that I was going for free COAST fries, I settled for salad. I loved how much salad I got. The veggies were crisp and fresh. All I heard was my crunching on them. The salad dressing had balsamic vinegar, but it was subtle and didn't have a ton of sugar. I liked it a lot. My lobster roll was good. The lobster had generous chunks of real lobster in aioli, with chives and seasoning. Yum! The downside was the bun. The brioche bun needed to be softer and perhaps grilled more with butter. It would have made the experience nicer. It was a smaller roll than I had hoped for $20, but I had so much food that it was minor. What surprised me the most were the crispy COAST shrimp. They were super crispy. They had a bit of spice. The baby arugula balanced out the spiciness. I thoroughly enjoyed how crispy the whisper-thin batter coating each shrimp was. Perfection! I got the COAST fries on the house. The fries tasted so homemade, as if I had cut the fries myself, and someone did a better job at deep-frying them. It had Grana Padano cheese that I had never had. It tasted like parmesan, but milder. I loved it with the spicy aioli and chives. I love chives so much. I normally don't enjoy eating fries as a side, but I could do these any day. I have been good lately by not going overboard with desserts. However, I couldn't resist getting the crème brûlée cheesecake. Sadly, my slice got tossed around a tad in the container, so the pointy part of the slice was smashed. However, I ate it all, even with the whipped cream puddle next to it. I enjoyed this cheesecake slice a lot. It wasn't terribly sweet. The berry coulis on top provided a nice tartness and contrast. The crust was thin. The cheesecake was creamy and you could taste the beautiful crème brûlée flavour in each bite. It's a winner! I am eyeing the PEI lobster poutine, and COAST surf and turf burger next. I had a great experience. Prices do run steep, but it's worth treating yourself to fresh seafood and ingredients. (114)

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    The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Sourdough bread with butter

    The Keg Steakhouse + Bar

    3.6(19 reviews)
    2.6 km

    Tip: The Keg classics options are the best bang for your money. You choose your steak. It comes…read morewith a salad, veggies, and your choice of a side. I hit my fifteen-year work anniversary in September. I never thought that I'd last this long at a company. My job duties have changed so much over the years that I'm constantly learning and figuring things out, which I enjoy. I received a bunch of points to use towards various gifts from our internal portal. I went with e-gift cards and got four different ones. One of them was for The Keg. I finally got around to using it last Wednesday. After work, I drove up to this The Keg location in Woodbridge. It's across from the Element hotel that I used to spend the night at when I returned to the city late from a flight. It's funny that I only knew about the McDonald's next to this hotel, simply because it was the only food place open when I checked in at nearly midnight. It's nice to know that there's this eatery when it's not pitch black at night. I parked just behind the restaurant and walked over to the entrance. The patio looks like it would be great to use when it's summertime. I got here at 5:30 pm. There were a few folks ahead of me in the lobby area waiting for a table. There were two male staffers greeting people. One was working politely with a not-so-happy customer on the phone. The other was diligently working to seat everyone. When it was my turn, both folks were so welcoming. One of them offered the lounge area. I was down with it. It's the best part of dining solo. You don't have to wait for a table in the dining room when you can be seated at either the lounge or bar. It was comfortable dining in the lounge. Megan was my server. She was exceptionally professional and efficient. I went with the prime rib (ten-ounce) as part of my Keg classic. I asked that it be done medium-well. I selected mixed greens as my starter salad. My meal came with veggies and my choice of side. I went with garlic mashed potatoes. I ordered a Diet Pepsi. It came to me fairly quickly, as I was seated so close to the bar. I also got a glass of water with ice. It was great. Megan asked if I wanted bread to start. Yes, please! I enjoyed the sourdough bread with butter. I had half of it. It was warm and chewy. So good! I stopped eating it because my mixed greens salad had arrived. This salad was excellent. The greens were fresh and crunchy. I loved the picked onions on top. The vinaigrette had a mild garlicky flavour to it, which I absolutely loved. I polished this salad off quickly. My main came out. The only weirdness of this evening was seeing my food plated mostly on the right. I'd say that 25% of my plate was stark white. It wasn't like my food had slid off to one side. It was simply weird. I saw a mound of crispy onions. It wasn't mentioned on the menu as part of my meal. They looked like a lot. However, when they were mixed in with the au jus after I had poured it on my prime rib, they were delicious and didn't seem like a lot. I loved my prime rib. It was done to my liking. It was flavourful and perfect with the au jus. The veggies made my day. Roasted beets. Green beans. Sautéed mushrooms. They were my kind of veggie trifecta. I love beets. The fact that they were roasted made them even sweeter to enjoy. The green beans were perfect. The mushrooms were yummy. I was in love with this veggie combination. The garlic mashed potatoes were comforting. They had the right amount of garlic, butter, and potatoes with the skin. I'd get them again. I couldn't fit dessert in. Megan recognized that I had my e-gift card printed out and set it up on the payment machine for me to use. I tipped and let her know that the meal was excellent. She was happy to hear it. I still have a bit of a balance left. I look forward to using it up soon. My e-gift card has no expiration date, so I'm in no rush. Megan was helpful when I asked her where the washroom was. It was behind the bar. The women's was fancy and clean. I had an excellent experience here. It was nice to quietly enjoy a decent prime rib meal after work. It's a great eatery with delicious steaks and more. I would return in a heartbeat. (407)

    Not sure why this place wasn't rated higher. We were in the area, the whole family…read more We didn't know the keg had kids meals ($16) and it was wonderful value. It comes with an appetizer platter of celery, orange and crackers. Then came their mains (chicken fingers and Mac & cheese). One came with fries and we changed the other to a Caesar salad (for me lol). It came with a drink (milk or juice) and then ice cream as dessert. I had a sirloin Oscar (seafood on top). It was just right. I had it with assorted veggies and the portion was amazing (it is way more than 2 pieces of broccoli.) The service was amazing all through. The restaurant was a bit dark but that's what all the Kegs are like so no complaints. Very comfortable and a wonderful experience.

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