Easily one of the best eats in vancouver. My friends and I had excellent service with a knowledgable and friendly server who was very accomodating and even made me a gin and tonic that was blue since its my favorite color despite it being an odd request The duck breast was by far the best duck I have eaten in vancouver. My dining guests agreed. The gnocci was a perfect level of chewy. Every cocktail we ordered and dinner item was superb. It was a relaxed dark lit environment perfect for a date. The food was well seasoned but not overly salty. Would recommend dining here again, cannot say enough good things. Portions were also very generous and will not leave you hungry if you get an entree and skip the appetizers read more

Fable Kitchen - Gin and tonic cucumber - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Not only are their Benny's and Frech Toast out of this world good, their management team and staff have stellar integrity! I visited Fable with my parents on Sunday August 27th for brunch, wanting to show them one of my favorite brunch spots when I visit BC (we are from Seattle). My 87 y.o. dad accidentally forgot his wedding ring in the restroom (he takes his ring off to wash his hands). Not only is this an unreplaceable family heirloom, it's something he's had for 35+ years of marriage. We looked everywhere for it on Monday, retracing our steps and looking through all the pictures we took to pinpoint where it could have been left (ending up at Fable). I called and talked to Fable's manager, and while they didn't immediately have my dad's ring, they thankfully did locate it later that day! The good folks at Fable are honest! They not only kept my dad's ring safe, their manager I talked to (who I will call "D" to keep his name anonymous) went out of his way to mail it back to my dad in the States since we were already back over the border by Monday. Thank you D! You know you made my entire family's day. We can't thank you enough for your honesty and good will. It's nice to see that good poeple do still exist in this crazy, changing world! read more

Came on a weekday for brunch and there was no line. Food was fantastic, everything was fresh and the server was fantastic, helping us out with drinks and coffee regularly. My favourite meal from my trip to Vancouver. read more

Fable Kitchen - French Toast - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

I couldn't ask for more on a slow night at the restaurant. They were about to close but accommodated us . We were very hungry but didn't wanted to eat heavy so we ordered chickpea fritters n beets salad. N omg... my best chickpea fritters ever. So heavenly fresh n soft to eat. Beet salad was even better. I guess the fresh ingredients flavoured so well. In fact there were many food items that i was tempted to eat but I didn't ( have to watch my big growing stomach) I forgot the name of my cocktail but it was delicious n refreshing. There are good deserts as well like cheesecake, toffee caramel truffle . Loved the ambience n decor inside. It was peck clean n all covid precautions were taken. Staff was very gracious n smiling. Would love to go back to try duck dish . read more

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I came here for a quick brunch and was really pleasantly surprised!! Bullet point review: - classic menu with innovative twists - cornbread pancakes are amazing - there's way more meat in every dish (than you'd expect or that my pictures show) - house made hot sauce is awesome - service is great - interior has some cool decorations 5/5, will be back sometime for dinner :) read more

Fable Kitchen - Pulled Pork Johnny Cakes - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Brunch on any day at Fable Kitchen is always a great idea! Had the day off, with a friend visiting from out of town, and she chose Fable! She chose the Veggie Omelette while I ordered the Fable Breakfast with scrambled eggs and added a side of Pork Belly. And Peach mimosas to set the brunch mood. Everything was delicious! Couldn't stop eating the potatoes even though I was full. Also their housemade blueberry jam was amazing. It was a great start to our day! read more

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Fantastic farm to table restaurant with excellent service We had potatoes, carrots, Brussel sprouts, gnocchi and desserts - everything was great read more

Delicious every time! The food is rustic and homey, while also an innovative and refreshing edge. Service is discrete and pleasant, and the mood lighting makes for a cozy experience. I've gone there for brunch and dinner, and try to find any excuse to go again! read more

Neat farm-to-table spot in downtown Vancouver. Like many Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants, more of a low-key upscale bistro, not white table cloth fine dining. We liked it. read more

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Totally bland food. Ordered the halibut and duck as mains, both lacked a lot of flavor. Truly disappointing given the price point and reviews. IMO does not deserve a Michelin mention and I would avoid. Food was totally unseasoned. Sides were pretty good. Service was good. Ambiance was great. But flavor was completely absent. Harsh review but needs to be said. Worth noting I ate here on a Sunday night. read more

Used to frequent this little gem when I stayed in Vancouver with my family and I was happy with their service and food. However this time is not what I used to experience. The service is still ok. Not sure if the Michelins crown actually blinded their creations or what, food wasn't what they used to serve. Duck breast was kinda warm, not hot and chewy. Most of the dishes were... very very bland. The promised farm to table experience is zero. I am just very sad to say this is not longer my go to place when I go back to Vancouver and I hope they will at least keep their food to the standard what they used before. read more

Hot dang this place is good! Amazing food, great service and a cool vibe. Yes please!

We stopped for lunch here on our way out of town after the husband read some great reviews. We just popped in hoping there would be a place for us and they did a great job accommodating us. The restaurant has a fun vibe with an awesome and unique chandelier in the center and interesting art on the walls. The whole restaurant is pretty small including the dining area, a tiny little open kitchen, and a couple small bathrooms in the back. They do a good job with the space though and have lots of nice seating. Our server was really nice and attentive. They have some gluten free options on their menu and she was able to point me in the right direction. The husband can never turn down a grilled cheese, the little boy inside him wins every time. He was all smiles on the other side of the table as it disappeared so I think it was pretty spot on. I had the burger lettuce wrapped and it was good. We had nice service and a quick and pleasant lunch before heading back to the Seattle area. read more

Fable Kitchen - Awesome chandelier - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Fable has been one of my favourite restaurants in Vancouver to dine at for dinner! The ingredients they use are always so flavorful and every dish I've had has been very delicious. The customer service is wonderful and the interior has a nice atmosphere for a date night or group outing. read more

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Fable has been on my list for a long time and I'm disappointed it has taken me so long to try it out! I love that they support local farms and get fresh ingredients daily. They even have a rooftop garden to grow some of their own ingredients. We came here for my birthday dinner and were greeted quickly by the hostess. They have an open kitchen right at the front with bar seating as well as regular tables in the back. We were told by the server that their dishes are meant to be family style which for me is the most ideal for trying a bit of everything. OYSTER FISH & CHIPS - Each order is only 1 piece of a medium sized beer battered fried oyster on tartar, topped with mini french fries. It was a perfect spoonful of deliciousness. The batter was light and the tartar was a refreshing balance. ROOFTOP SERRANO PEPPERS - This appy was quite large for the 2 of us. There were about 16 small roasted peppers in a white foam, topped with some chicharron. The spiciness of peppers are always a surprise but don't worry these range between a little sweet to mildly (2/10) spicy. SMOKED DUCK BREAST - Perfectly cooked tender duck breast with roasted parsnip, duck confit croquette and cabbage. The croquette tasted more like a carrot, potato croquette however. BC HALIBUT with SHORT RIB on pea risotto, miso and halibut dashi. This dish was my least favourite because the halibut was overcooked. The halibut was pan fried, leaving the outside crispy but the inside dry. There were only a few small pieces of short ribs but they were quite tender. The pea risotto with the dashi was tasty even with so many peas in it! Overall a wonderful birthday dinner. read more

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Fable (dine out) Date of visit: 1/20/2019 Having previously tried their diner location, we were very curious to try its sibling restaurant. We started with Fabled Virgin (blueberry juice, pomegranate syrup, fresh grapefuit juice, soda) & Citrus Ginger Soda (Fable made citrus ginger syrup, sode) which was refreshingly tart (wife found it *too* sharp) We both ordered the "chick pea fritters" for appetizers, which turned out to be a delicious 3 falafels with curry mayo and pickled red onions, which lightened an otherwise slightly dense dish with their acidity. For mains, my wife ordered the sqash gnocchi (with pork belly for an extra $5) while I ordered the seared ling cod. For her squash gnocchi, the pumpkin seed provided a nice crunch to the dish.  Thats not something I ever thought gnocchi needed, but we really enjoyed it. Being a non protein main, it was a nice, generous portion. Also the reason she added the $5 glazed pork belly, which was also delicious when combined with the hazelnut beurre noisette & ricotta cheese. My ling cod was perfectly cooked on one side; on the other, the skin was nice and crisp (but perhaps a bit too crisp, as the fish adjacent to the skin had hardened); this was a minor quibble as the flavour was spot on; the mashed potatoes and the cream sauce (wasn't listed on the menu, maybe hollandaise?) all harmonized for a very satisfying dish... Except portion wise. Mine was so small, I stole a good chunk of the Mrs gnocchi to keep from starving. I realize for higher end meals to fit into a smaller budget, it often leads to dine out menus essentially being tasting menus. I would prefer a higher priced but more "entree sized" main. We ordered 1 of each dessert... initially. Both the lemon meringue parfait and sticky date pudding were mind blowing. The lemon meringue parfait: with London Fog ice cream (yes, probably from Rain or Shine; nearby and tastes identical to theirs) and struesel, perfectly balanced lemon curd. We've been hooked on trying different sticky puddings since trying Gordon Ramsey's at his Steak House in Vegas (often with less than desirable results). This one was so good, that it didn't need ice cream to balance it. Whipped marscopone and candied pecans added both texture and dimension. They were both tiny (they're served in small 2" jars) but so good... that we ordered another one of each and swapped desserts, for an additional $7 each. The food was of the highest calibre, but we left hungry. We assumed portions had been shrunk for Dine Out, but it turns out their regular portions are that small. Based on Dine Out alone: 4.5 stars, 8.8/10. Recommended: the tiny but perfectly executed desserts, gnocchi, chick pea fritters. Avoid: arriving on an empty stomach. Photos by Michelle W. read more

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Came here on a Saturday morning for brunch. Cozy homey rustic vibe. Low ceilings and close proximity of the tables made for a pretty noisy atmosphere. Waitress recommended the scrambled eggs and French toast off the menu. I ordered the smoked salmon Benedict special for $18. I found the Benedict Luke warm by the time it came to my table and the English muffin was a bit burnt. Overall found it a bit sour for my taste, but the salmon was pretty fresh. The hash brown side that came with benedict was delicious. read more

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Great atmosphere & attentive staff, the octopus starter was too small with only 5 pieces of meat; the flavour was decent, but more chewy than desired. The daily special was described as tortellini pasta with mushroom stuffing, the shell was tasteless and the filling without much flavour as well, covered with a very flavourful mushroom reduction. read more

One of our favorite places! Brunch is excellent and very reasonable. Try the Johnny cakes with a poached egg! Fantastic! The French toast is a delicious sweet option. The dinner is also wonderful--the duck breast us the BEST! The sablefish melts in your mouth! Again, price us quite reasonable for what you get. read more

Great good and service! The steak was great and the black pepper jam is amazing. We'll be back! read more

The intention of the farm to table is solid; however, the food can be inconsistent in taste and quality. Convenient location and good service. read more

We had to try this place for our last dinner in Vancouver and we were very happy that we did. First, we were warmly greeted at the door and escorted to our table. Our server quickly came to our table to say hello and get our drink order. Then it slowed down which was a great time to relax and enjoy the vibrant dining room. Next on our table was freshly baked rolls! Nothing homier than that! Then came a couple of tasting spoons of finely chopped celery root, apples and nuts that reminded me of Thanksgiving stuffing. Wonderful! We shared the duck breast, lingcod and BBQ carrots though I didn't really want to share the duck. Unfortunately, we couldn't share the strawberry rhubarb parfait dessert because of my blueberry allergy so we went with a chocolate dessert topped with a pretty meringue. All the staff visit your table to bring you something, refill water etc. all we're great and friendly. I loved their Canadian hospitality and will definitely return next time I'm in Vancouver! read more

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My boyfriend and I came to Vancouver for a day and had no phone service so we had no idea what kind of restaurant this was when we walked in. We were seated outside for dinner which was wonderful. I had a duck meatball, the octopus and a fish dish that I can't recall the name of. We also had a $6 bread appetizer. The duck meatball was incredible. I haven't had duck in at least three or four years and I was in love with it. This meatball made me realize how absolutely god-awful veggie meatballs are. The octopus dish had a mustard dressing that had my boyfriend and I oohing over because we couldn't get enough. The pork belly included in the mushroom dish was very good. Surprisingly enough I wasn't crazy about the main dish which was the fish, but that doesn't mean it wasn't very good. For all four items between me and my boyfriend we found ourselves satisfied. I hate to leave half a dish uneaten, luckily that was not the case here. each portion size was exactly what we wanted. Our waiter was so kind to us and gave us a great recommendation for where to go watch the sunset. read more

Came here for a brunch date on a Saturday around noon and got seated right away but we definitely got the last open seats in the restaurant, so if you're coming, be prepared that it starts getting crowded around then! I liked how they have both sweet and savory options on their menu. They offer a variety of different eggs benedicts - we opted for their traditional eggs benny and their french toast! Both were good however, portion sizes were a little small for what you're paying. Eggs benny was perfectly done - yolk was runny and flavor was good! I really liked these "rostis" thats on the side - its like a flattened tater tot - that crispy goodness :) Their french toast was one thicc slab of bread topped with mascarpone cream, farm fresh berries, and candied walnuts. This dish was a little too sweet for my liking. I was really impressed with the bread/toast itself - it was very caramelized on the outside but the inside was very soft! Felt like we were eating dessert haha. Their staff were kind and patient and helpful! Ambiance in the restaurant is definitely comfortable yet a little fancy and could do for a romantic meal too :) read more

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There are many brunch spots on this stretch of 4th Ave., and Fable has to be one of the better options. They have recently expanded their menu to include frittatas and "toasts" (avocado, BLT, etc). I sampled the veggie frittata with creamy goats cheese, asparagus, and a healthy pile of greens on top, served with DELICIOUS potatoes rösti, a side of toast, and housemade raspberry jam. All of the components came together beautifully, and the rösti are more like sophisticated flattened tater tots (in the best possible way!). The darlings of the show in my book, along with that fresh raspberry jam. Service was warm and efficient. The frittatas are listed as taking 20 minutes on the menu, but everything seemed to be served up with speed. The restaurant itself can seem a bit dark, especially if you're seated near the back, but all in all this was an experience worth repeating in my book. Total bill with tax and tip came out to about $20, which again is Vancouver's magic number for brunch or lunch (sans drinks). read more

Fable Kitchen - Vegetarian frittata with goat cheese, asparagus, and greens and mini potatoes rösti - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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A must have is the Duck Meatball. The paper plane cocktail is amazing too. Brunch is a waste of time tho.

Seems like everyone on the planet has been here except me. Late for the party. Again. From Fuel, to Refuel, to Fable, as it is today. The transformation has been good over the years. Came in for brunch and had a meatball skillet right in the middle of the Khats Festival. Surprisingly it wasn't crazy busy, and I got a seat pretty much right away. Go figure huh? Anyhoo, the skillet was good. Lots of options on the menu including daily specials, but I went for this. I like my meat. It came with two poached eggs in a tomato sauce topped with greens. $17. Prices are very reasonable for this kinda food. Repeat is warranted. read more

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Slimy meat skin found in skin. Turned me off the food from here forever. Loved the food before but not after this experience.

It was such a treat coming to spend the evening in Kits with some life long friends. We planned to have dinner before the fireworks and we're thrilled when we were able to get a spot at Fable last minute! The restaurant from the exterior doesn't look like anything special but walking just a few steps inside confirmed that this reservation was a good choice. We walked past the bar in front of the open kitchen and I cannot lie I was a little envious of their seats!! I love cooking and sitting there would have been a dream watching them put out all of those plates of pure pleasure. Haha we did keep walking though, our table was at the back of this intimate and simple modern farmhouse restaurant. Our waiter was funny, engaging and efficient. He had a great knowledge of the ingredients used in the menu that is developed from a farm to table concept. I love this type of cooking so it was super enjoyable hearing the great attention to providing food that was as equally delicious as it was fresh and local. The drink menu has something for everyone, our husbands don't drink alcohol so having some really creative non-alcoholic beverages was really well received. Haha as was the knowledge our server had of the wine menu, as us girls did enjoy a glass of wine with our meals! The food was very satisfying! The freshness, the creativity, the presentation, the flavour profiles all bang on! Thank you Fable for lending us a seat for such an enjoyable night of great food, laughter and conversation. We will highly recommended and hope to be back soon! read more

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The food was excellent specially the French toast and the service beyond expectations

As an american who loves his breakfast this place slaps in a good way. I just had the basic fable breakfast but it was high quality food. Crispy breakfast potatoes none of that soggy weird texture and it was perfectly seasoned not bland at all. I dont know where they get their sourdough bread from but it was flaky like a croissant but had that chew of sourdough, soo goood. I had my eggs overhard cause I am weirdo but they cooked and seasoned them perfectly. They a good selection of hot sauces and all types of drinks (yes alcoholic too). I recomend any tourist to stop by here if you are going to the museums nearby. Great food great atmosphere. Only thing im sad about was that i ate my food before taking a photo cause i was hungry . I will be back next time I am in Vancouver! More positives. Vegetarian menu options. Amazing staff who are friendly and helpful. Relaxing atmosphere. They have their own in house jams!! read more

Delicious farm to table restaurant. I had the Mushroom salad with bok choy....delicious Really nice staff!

Before I say anything, our server for the night (Lisa) deserves an extra special mention. I wish there was a separate section to give a server a rating. She deserves TEN stars out of 5! She was incredibly attentive despite how busy it was, paid great attention to detail (i have 5 food allergies), was very warm, friendly, and kind. Love her ! I came here with 2 of my closest friends for a special occasion (it was the day before my birthday). I made the reservations a month in advance, and I forgot that it was during Dine-Out time. When we walked in it was extra loud and extra busy, and they sat us down at a tiny table that was really meant for 2 people. There was no way we were going to be comfortable here. My friend kindly requested for another table if it was possible. We were quickly moved to a larger table where we had plenty of room. We were very happy with how our server was able to fulfill this request! Lisa was very helpful with making recommendations for cocktails. She suggested that we might want to add vodka or gin to the non alcoholic beverages (which I didn't know was an option!). I forgot the name of it but I got a blueberry/pomegranate drink with vodka. I like how they use all organic juices and house made syrup! I ordered the chickpea fritters which was beautifully presented and had the most delectable curry mayo. I should have probably asked if it was possible to purchase this buy the jar (or by the case). I could see myself putting it on EVERYTHING! I also appreciated that whenever Lisa came with each course, she would explain all the elements that went into each dish. It highlighted that each dish was complex in its own way with very well balanced flavours. It also just made me feel kind of fancy and special to hear that I was going to eat something so well made and delicious. Thank you for taking the time to do that Lisa! For my main course I got the Mushroom Cavatelli with a side of the 48-hour short rib ($8 add on). I was so glad that I added the short rib because the creaminess of the mushroom sauce and the savoury-ness of the short rib was a perfect pairing. I had to eat it extra slow because I didn't want the saucey savour-y party to end! For desert, i got the lemon meringue parfait, which was presented with a lighted candle for my birthday! This was such a nice surprise, I truly felt like a birthday girl haha. I thought it was a really nice special touch to make my night that much more memorable. Overall I can see why this place gets RAVING reviews about the fine-dining level cuisine and exceptionally memorable service. Thanks for making my pre-birthday dinner AH-MAYYYZZZ-INGG read more

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I am personally a huge fan of Fable. My favourite go-to dish is the gnocchi- it is absolutely amazing ! It has such great flavour, and the texture is to die for. They used to serve it with pulled pork, which I miss dearly because personally I believe it combined much better than the pork belly. Their chickpea fritters are another one of my favourites- everything is so perfectly balanced out- the garnishes (pickled onion and sprouts) compensate for the heaviness of the frying. And the sauce is absolutely delicious. You can always count on Fable for everything to be perfectly cooked (Like their poached eggs ! Always and Instagram-worthy ooze when you cut into it), There are only two downsides that I can think of. The first might be the fact that it's on the pricier side, but the quality of the ingredients and the effort and detailing given to the preparation of the food make the cost understandable. The second is that sometimes in terms of flavour, the dishes your order (if you try to switch it up from what you usually order) might be a little hit and miss, but this is probably due to the fact that everyone has different flavour preferences. There are so many specials and the menu rotates so often and changes so often that sometimes you might fall in love with a dish just for it to disappear a few months later (*insert broken heart emoji*), but at least this really demonstrates how they focus on having the freshest most in-season ingredients and that they're constantly focused on finding and showcasing the best flavours. read more

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Cute little place for brunch. My boyfriend and I came here on a Sunday and there was a wait at around noon. We both ordered bennies. Our server was a little frazzled but was super friendly. Good service and good food. Super busy on the weekends so I'd recommend going a little earlier if you can! read more

Fable Kitchen - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I breakfast'd real hard during a long weekend trip to Vancouver recently, and one of the few disappointments was a brunch visit to Fable. The service and atmosphere were great, but the food itself really fell short. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? The cozy vibe at Fable was complimented by fast and friendly service, so I really had no complaints. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? $12.00 got me the 'Farmer's Muffin', which was essentially an open faced breakfast sandwich. Not an unreasonable price point given the size of the dish. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? So it's here that things stayed grounded during my visit to Fable. This simply wasn't a great dish, and wouldn't in my mind have been much better served as a proper breakfast sandwich. The English muffin itself was fine but nothing special, and that set the tone for the rest of the dish. The eggs? Also nothing special with a bit of standard cheese, and the hashbrown was soft and squishy as opposed to crispy. The peripheral greens and jam didn't do much to save things, and as a whole I wasn't impressed. No Stars. Star 5: Would you eat here every day if you could? I had some amazing breakfast experiences in Vancouver ranging from Jam Cafe to 49th Parallel, but Fable didn't quite cut it. No Star. read more

Fable Kitchen - Farmer's Muffin: $12.00 - Canadian (New) Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Got here just before 10am opening & glad not many people in line. However, with limited seating inside don't be fooled into thinking it doesn't get busy! By 1030am it was almost full house. Fable is known for its brand of - 'straight from the farm to the table' with what it offers from their menu. Fresh & wholesome indeed! We ordered the Benedicts with Oil Hollandaise & Pulled Pork Johnny Cakes - as well as a side poached egg & bacon. I had the Fish option with my Benedicts which comprised of halibut, cod & scallops. Don't forget to add the maple syrup to the bacon = yummy! I found my Benedicts to be average tasting - only because they were probably the healthiest I've ever had. I'm more of a savory sweet tooth pile the sugar on type! Lol! The Johnny cakes were amazing - of course I poured on a whole lot of maple syrup & it was an amazing dish! Overall the brunch was very satisfying & you don't feel uncomfortabley stuffed afterwards. Great atmosphere & attentive service. Will have to try Fable for dinner one night. read more

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Great service and food. We had reservations for 630pm but had arrived really early. They were able to accommodate my friend and I earlier which was great. I had the smoked duck breast and my friend had the pasta special. Sorry but I can't remember the name of it. The duck breast was tender, juicy and delicious. It was seasoned with cocoa caraway. The pickled mustard was a bit different and I didn't think it went with the duck so I didn't use it. The service was efficient, friendly and very helpful as we asked for recommendations for food and wine. My friend hasn't been there before so when we went and had the food, she really liked it. read more

Food poisoning. The omelette 'special' hit us both within 10 min of leaving the restaurant. Terrible discomfort. Called to let the manager to let them know (to minimize repeat for others) but the response was apathetic. Would not recommend. read more

Great spot. I didn't catch the name of the gentleman who helped us pick wine but he was the most down to earth and helpful som I've ever met. Not an ounce of pretentious in his soul. Loved it. Great food too. read more