A friend and I met here for dinner. The atmosphere in Symposium is warm and inviting. The server…read morewas attentive. They have an extensive wine list and cocktail list. On the night we were there, a singer was setting up. Unfortunately, we were a little early to hear any of his sets. I ordered the steak flatbread, gluten free. It had great flavor to it, and I would go back and try other flatbreads. My friend ordered what she always gets, which was a Caesar with chicken. She enjoyed it. This is a cozy spot in the Village of Lancaster.

We only stopped in for an after dinner drink, but I found the place super cute. My only complaint…read morewas it's pretty bright in there. We got a couple spots at the small bar and were served fairly quick. I had the espresso martini which was served in coupe glass. It was tasty, but pretty sweet. My boyfriend got a basic vodka cranberry, as they do not have iced tea. I would like to come back for brunch or a nice glass of wine.

Great wine selection. Wonderful small plates. Lovely ambiance. It's everything you need from a…read morewine bar!

Excellent stop, nice choice of unique drinks, great atmosphere and enjoyed the appetizers; hmmmmread more

My wife and I visited Bar Olo for the intention of enjoying a drink and to enjoy conversation…read morebetween us. When an awkward situation happened with another patron the owners were kind and thoughtful and very gracious to make our visit as enjoyable as possible. People will be difficult, but how the owners handled it regarding the rest of the customers there sets Bar Olo apart from any place I've seen. Well done.

Love it here! It had been a while since I came here last but glad I was able to come back again…read more Waitress was fun and friendly. Fun atmosphere, love the games and couches area. Wine was delicious and love the chocolate option!

Really cute inside, menu looks good for a lunch but the desserts really looked delicious! We just…read morehad a bottle of Malbec and it was good! Cocktail list had great options, lots of people were getting espresso martinis. I will definitely go back especially in the summer cause when we passed by last summer they were shucking oysters outside! Services was a little slow.. bar seats were quick service.

We came for Martini Monday - $2 off selected martinis. The martinis were delightful. My dirty…read moremartini was super dirty, just the way I like it. The espresso martini was perfectly made. This was a great stop for an after work pick me up! The bar itself is eclectic and cute. Their wine menu is extensive. They also have slushies! The bartender made fantastic drinks, and even brought another round out to us on their patio! Great spot for a girls night.

I have been a few times and Shay's enjoy my time here. I had the mystery wine flight and loved it!…read moreThe staff is Shay's friendly and they did we got was delicious. Highly recommend coming to hang in they very cozy and fun spot!

My party of four visited during Taste of Oakville, and in hindsight, the evening foreshadowed…read moreitself early -- the restaurant's website was down with a 404 error, and we kept finding two different addresses (one apparently their old location). We eventually found it. Upon arrival, the door swung open and struck a seated guest -- a sign of just how small the space is. The restaurant was full except for one four-top (clearly ours), and we stood awkwardly in the entrance -- which is essentially inside the dining room -- waiting to be acknowledged. When greeted, we were asked if we had a reservation. We said yes. "Table for eight?" we were asked, which felt impossible given the size of the room. We clarified four, and were pointed to the only open table. No name was requested; we realistically could have just walked in and taken it. The space is starkly lit with aggressive bright white lighting that feels more clinical than cozy. The artwork is interesting and gives a gallery-like feel -- it seems the restaurant is aiming for a downtown Toronto wine bar aesthetic, but it doesn't quite land. Our table was missing water glasses, and the stemware was mismatched -- not in an intentional, charming way, but more in a "we ran out" way. Once seated, we weren't acknowledged or offered water for nearly 20 minutes. Not rushing guests is one thing; leaving them feeling forgotten is another. When our server finally arrived, the service set the tone for the evening. One glass of water was poured before he realized another was missing. He disappeared, returned with a glass, inspected it mid-pour, then walked away again (dirty glass). After several more trips and long gaps, everyone eventually received water -- about 15 minutes later. He was polite and friendly, just clearly untrained. He shared that the owner is also the sommelier, cook, and server, and that he liked working there because he wasn't expected to know much about wine -- an interesting admission for a wine bar. The owner greeted us warmly but asked only one guest about wine preferences -- ironically the only non-wine drinker at the table. The concept appeared to be sommelier-led, though this was never explained. If that is the intention, engaging the entire table is essential. That said, the wines themselves were enjoyable; the service surrounding them was not. The Taste of Oakville menu promised three curated 3-oz pours paired with a charcuterie board for two. The pours arrived unevenly and slowly, with little explanation of the pairings. The charcuterie boards were plain and inconsistent between tables despite containing similar items -- basic fruit, crostini, simple cured meats, small portions of brie, and two slices of truffle cheese. No crackers, spreads, or thoughtful touches elevated the experience, and presentation varied noticeably. Our second wine pour didn't arrive until our mains, and service moved so slowly we requested a wine list to order a bottle. We were told there is no wine list -- "we're not that kind of restaurant." Instead, all reds are $80 and all whites $70, and the owner selects the bottle for you after asking only red or white. The concept might work if explained upfront; without context, it was confusing. At one point, noticing my empty glass, our server poured me a random red -- which turned out to be the same wine as our first pour -- and then left without serving anyone else. We had to remind staff we were still waiting for our second curated pour. Nothing about the experience felt curated. The most surprising moment of the night came when our mains arrived. As we lifted our appetizer plates -- still holding olive pits, fruit rinds, and crumbs -- the servers told us not to worry about clearing them and proceeded to place our main dishes directly on top of the used plates. I'm still shocked. I wouldn't do that at home, let alone expect it at a Lakeshore, or quite frankly, any restaurant. Two of us ordered the tagliatelle, which was tasty but contained only two small pieces of short rib -- and was difficult to enjoy while staring at discarded rinds beneath the plate. The other two ordered brisket sliders: two sliders, no sides. They tasted good but left diners hungry. One guest joked they kept thinking the fruit rinds were fries -- unfortunately accurate. We tried to make the best of the evening, but it never delivered the cozy wine-and-charcuterie experience we had anticipated -- dim lighting, thoughtful pairings, something special. After finishing our meal, we requested our bills and reminded staff we were still waiting for the third curated pour. We were told "five minutes." Those five minutes never came. Eventually, wanting simply to leave, we paid a single combined bill and sorted it out ourselves. Dinner for four totaled $460. This was not the boutique Lakeshore dining experience we expected, and ultimately, it was deeply disappointing.

As an Oenophile, I was excited to check out The Wine Bar in my neighbourhood. The door was open, In…read morewalked in at 4:55 to be "Greeted" by the Owner, "We don't open till 5 o'clock".......Attitude from the get go. I looked at the menu, interesting but very pricey for the offering. I looked at a row of wine bottle partially open and simply corked, no nitrogen or air extraction.....no telling how long the wine had been "Breathing"....Days? I am puzzled by the discrepancy 5 Star vs 1 Star reviews. I have no confidence in the 5 star reviews....Friends?...Self reviewed? No serious wine enthusiast would visit this establishment...bad attitude, poor value, insufficient wine care and presentation.

Met up with a friend around the holidays, and we both not knowing sort of crashed a party, well the…read moreowner and small party didn't mind. The owner friendly, warm personality and made us both feel welcome . After selecting our wine, we sat relaxed, chatted in a cozy, festive holiday atmosphere well supporting local. What was nice is the owner let's you bring in food. Great location, and spot in the Village of Williamsville.

This is a hidden gem in Williamsville! I went with my friends during Music on Main and the vibes…read morewere so great! I loved the decorations inside and there was plenty of outdoor seating during the summertime. The bartender was super friendly and gave great recommendations. I tried their wine margarita and it was delicious! Definitely will be back

Apogee is a fantastic gem of a place in a quiet spot on Park Ave, far from the crowds and traffic…read moreand heavily perfumed masses. It feels like a hidden locals-only joint where you can grab a glass of your fave from a thoughtfully curated list of delicious options, and settle in with your better half, besties or a group of friends and just chill. We've been to Apogee a number of times before and 'after' covid, in colder months when we've been lucky to snag a window table, and in warmer times, like tonight, when we can sit outside and enjoy the flickering fireflies along with our sparkling rosè. Besides the pleasant atmosphere, Apogee has a beautifully appointed interior space, clean bathrooms, and a menu with cheese plates, cake, and more wines than you could taste in a summer. All of that plus super knowledgable 'bar tenders' (more like wine sommeliers) who can take your possibly clumsy description of what you think you want and offer up several perfect options, and you have the makings of a very pleasant evening. Book mark this place and plan to spend at least an hour enjoying an outside table!

Apogee was our baby shower venue. While people don't normally associate wine bar with baby shower,…read morewe made it work and Apogee was the perfect venue that met all of our needs. As a special events venue, Apogee was flexible with outside food and also with decorations. There was no additional venue rental/site fee, just a minimum spend amount (which we were confident that we would exceed). The venue is cozy and intimate, but has high ceilings so it did not feel claustrophobic at all, even with 30+ guests at one point. I'm a wine snob myself, so I was a bit skeptical initially when I saw their wine list. Most of the wines they serve retail for $10-20. They do have some bottles that are more expensive (retail ~$30). However, after tasting some of their entry level wines (Ancient Peaks Zinfandel & Gouguenheim Malbec), my worries vanished. Everything I tasted was excellent and drank better than their actual price point. Steve was a great host. He was laid back, but still friendly and attentive to all of our guests. He made sure everybody's drink needs were satisfied. He was also flexible with letting us in the venue early to set up and also staying late to clean up. I also liked the fact that they allowed us to bring our own wine, for a $15 per bottle corkage fee, which is fair. Anyways, Apogee is a great venue for a small party. They are flexible and reasonable. I would definitely recommend them as a wine bar and for hosting a private event (especially on a Sunday).

Have had two dinners there and they both were quite good. I like rye and the rye roll they used…read morefor the roast beef sandwich was great!

1/5 Stars - Unprofessional and Disappointing Experience at Kade's Scratch Kitchen …read more We've dined at Kade's Scratch Kitchen four times, but our latest visit was a complete disaster. My husband ordered a second beer, which never arrived, yet it was included on our bill. I had two drinks and even offered him half of mine, noticing he'd only had one, before we realized the error on the check. When he politely pointed out that he never received the second beer, the owner insisted she "100% delivered it" and argued with him, refusing to correct the mistake at first. As someone with years of hospitality experience in foodie cities like Portland, Maine, and Boston, I've never seen a restaurant owner argue with a customer over something so trivial--especially with a family dining with two kids, having ordered appetizers, meals, and three cookies for dessert. When my husband tried to address the issue calmly, the owner shockingly threatened to call the police if he didn't leave. To make matters worse, she was openly complaining about wanting to go home to bed when we arrived, setting a negative tone from the start. While everyone can have a bad day, this level of unprofessionalism is unacceptable. Kade's Scratch Kitchen has lost our business, and it's clear the owner is in the wrong industry.

Fantastic double date night here last weekend! very upscale yet cozy and inviting vibes…read more I started with the house dirty martini - very flavorful. then tried a bacon rillette BLT and oyster for appetizer - it's nice that there are some items that are pay by the piece, so the whole table didn't have to agree on one thing! Had the NY Strip for my meal. And then we all each got a different dessert to finish off the evening - mine being the olive & sinclair chocolate gelato. Everything was delicious, but my favorite items might have been the appetizers! the staff was very attentive to refilling our waters, cocktails, and changing out our silverware for each course. And our waitress had great recommendations!

We stopped here for a drink on a Saturday. It wasnt packed, but tables were busy. The aesthetic was…read moregreat! Kind staff and amazing drinks! The bartender was knowledgeable and shared about drinks as we asked. We got the Wheeler and OG- both were boozy and great! We will be back for dinner soon. Menu was small but looked great