We were up in Prince Edward County recently for the day from Toronto and went to Flame + Smith for dinner and were totally surprised by this new restaurant. There are some great restaurants in The County but this blew our expectations completely out of the water! The food was incredible.... I mean, even down to the house-made butter. Everything we ate was fantastic and there's no way we'll visit PEC and not go here. I don't think they're open for lunch yet (as they just opened) but seriously hope so. I couldn't imagine the drive back to the city without their cheeseburger and smashed potatoes in my stomach. I think this is going to be one of those destination restaurants that you have to go to when in The County. I highly recommend this place! read more

My girlfriend and I were on vacation in Wellington and found this place near the inn we were staying at. This was my favorite meal on my trip. The interior is really inviting and the wood stove makes everything smell like the woods or camp or some smells that reminds me of when I am relaxing. We ordered oysters, we ate oysters at almost every meal during our vacation, these were the best. We also got the shishito peppers and I had the trout. Everything tasted fresh, thoughtful, and interesting. The service was wonderful, and watching the open concept kitchen in the back you can see that all the staff work seamlessly together. I could not recommend this place more. read more

Fantastic Food. Awful service (or lack there of) My wife and I went there for our fifth anniversary. We made a reservation a few days ahead. The table they sat us at... was basically right by the door. Not great. However they did give us the option to sit us 'closer to the action and other people' which is nice. I think they should have gone with that first. I say that in hindsight because our server (also the bartender) was non existent. He took our drink and appetizer order fairly quickly. Brought our drinks. Then we didn't see him again for what seemed like half an hour. Gave us time to eat, don't get me wrong... but we would have liked to have placed our dinner order. Our water also depleted and no one picked up on that. We eventually put our dirty dishes on a nearby table and eventually he came over to take our order. Now... the food was GREAT. Innovative and delicious. We both got the burger and it was one of the best I've ever had. So my compliments to the chef and the kitchen team. However, not once did the server come back to see how things are, or check that everything was ok. He basically did nothing. And I felt our tip was pretty generous considering. So much like another reviewer had posted... don't sit near the bar. It may be the same guy, because he clearly didn't pay attention to his guests (considering how few people were in the restaurant that late, I REALLY don't understand it. But the food is stellar! read more

I was really excited to try this restaurant and had to book my reservation three weeks in advance because of it's popularity, so the expectations were very high going in. Everything started out great, my cousin and I were seated immediately when we walked in the door and we were greeted by the manager and bartender as we sat down. The appetizers we got were amazing. My cousin got the oysters and I got the shrimp cocktail which came with a delicious bourbon cocktail sauce. We also got a great recommendation for a bottle of wine which was at the mid point price range for a bottle on their menu ($99) but we both very much enjoyed it and found that to be worth the price. It was when we received our entrees that everything seemed to go down hill. We both ordered the steak and frites which would have paired well with our red wine; however, both steaks came out with a ridiculous amount of extra virgin olive oil on it, that I learned they drizzle over it after cooking and my steak came out rare (I ordered it medium rare). The steak was not seasoned prior to cooking it and was only topped with some salt and butter when served. How does a well known, quality restaurant not season a steak before cooking, and why on earth would you drizzle oil on it after?! Anyone who knows how to cook a really good steak knows that you should ALWAYS season a steak heavily prior to cooking. Anyways...the manager did his best to rectify the situation by bringing me another steak. This time I asked for them not to top it with olive oil on it and if they weren't going to season it to bring me salt and pepper. The steak came out medium on one end and rare on the other, and when I told the manager the cook still wasn't right he tried to blame it on the lighting. There is clearly a different texture to a steak between medium, medium rare and rare! So the fact he blamed it on the lighting was a little insulting to my intelligence. However, the manager still tried to save the experience by bringing out a cheesecake on the house, which we didn't really want, but my cousin owns her own bakery so we figured we'd give it a try. It came out burnt and tasting like eggs!! My cousin and I literally had a laugh because we told the manager before he brought it out that she owns her own bakery and makes cheesecakes almost daily. Lastly, I ended up paying for my poorly executed steak despite it being bland and undercooked and to top it all off whilst I was checking out the manager literally stood over my shoulder as I was paying, which It made me very uncomfortable and I fount it to be very unprofessional. Mind you he did not do this while my cousin was paying. Needless to say it was a huge let down to wait three weeks for a $200+ dinner that was incredibly below standard. I've thought about giving it another chance, however how I was treated when it came to the cook of the steak and paying, I probably will not go back. read more

My newlywed wife and I came here for our finale honeymoon dinner and were absolutely delighted with the entire experience. The food was amazing, we both had the burger and immediately told each other it was the best burger we have ever eaten in our lives. Cooked medium rare to perfection with a unique wood fired taste that I cant find words to describe. The potatoes were crispy and done to perfection with an absolutely delicious special sauce that really set them off. We also tried the Mexican corn on the cob which was to die for. The mixture of feta, spices, corn nuts and the corn itself was an incredible ride of deliciousness. The service was extremely prompt and inviting. We will for sure be coming back next time we are even near the area. Best restaurant experience of our lives! read more

Went here on a little getaway weekend with my H. Service was great and the vibe was fun and modern. We shared the charcuterie platter which was delicious especially the liver mousse. Veggie tart was also good. My H had the sea bass and was also very impressed. Good portions unlike some other places in the county (we aren't looking to pig out but we definitely felt like some places were very pricey for what you got. I would definitely recommend this spot!! read more

Amazing food, amazing above and beyond service. We tried to make a reservation online but they were full. We called just to see if they could fit us, and they gave us a weather dependent reservation on the patio. Lucky for us, it was a beautiful night and the terrace is ideal! Our table wasn't ready when we arrived (group before us had paid, but were just hanging out). We were offered drinks while we waited, and many staff members checked on us, apologized. It wasn't even that long of a wait and it was so worth it because the Chef menu was to die for. Especially the beet salad, ceviche, and tomahawk steak cooked to perfection. It was so much food too! All 6 of us were full and rated everything 5/5. And the servers gave us great recommendations for the rest of our trip that we would have never known about and they truly made our vacation! You can tell this place is run with care and love. We will be back next time we are in PEC. read more

Friendly staff, amazing ingredients and delicious foods made our night. The lingering smell of roasted herbs in the air was perfect for this winter season. read more

Here is a copy of my email to the restaurant. They did not respond to me. Read this before you go, it might avoid disappointment. Hi there, Our dining experience at your restaurant last night was a total disaster. Our server Sam was great The wine was great. The service by the kitchen was completely SUB standard. Yes, we are the couple who left after waiting for our main course (ordered 50+ minutes earlier) only to be told that the kitchen has miscounted and my chicken dish was sold out...and well...our apologies but what would I like instead. No menu offered to chose something else, no sorry we will comp. your appetizer ... just what else do you want and well these things happen...and quote "what do you want me to do?". I had ordered my main close to an hour before , and NOW you are telling me you are sold out. Ok, so no menu available to me.. I needed an immediate decision. I ordered the steak like my husband. Frankly it was the only thing I remembered off the menu. My concern was my husbands food was ready. What would happen to his food? My husbands steak would be allowed to rest ...Ok so I guessed mine would be quickly out to me. No I was wrong again.... More than minutes 15 minutes later, and there was no sign of any of our entrees. Sure the streak can rest while they cook mine...but for more than 15 minutes? this is a steak not a roast beef. So we paid up and left to eat elsewhere. Your maître D did not offer us anything to take the sting away of such bad service. Poor judgment, he missed an excellent opportunity to change a bad experience into something better. Thought you should know this. We will not be back. Sincerely Jennifer read more

My partner and I were visiting PEC for the first time for a weekend getaway. I ordered the PEC Platter of seafood and came down with food poisoning shortly after - definitely not a great way to start our vacation! I understand that this is a risk when ordering seafood, but since this is an upscale restaurant I assumed it would be safe. The experience at the restaurant itself was alright - we ordered the PEC Platter, the steak, and a lemon tart to finish. The space itself is nicely decorated and has good ambiance, but the service was pretty awkward - the steak came out a good 15 minutes before the PEC platter, despite the fact that the steak was from the kitchen and the PEC platter was from behind the bar. There seemed to be tons of staff milling around with not much to do. However, the lemon tart was amazing and one of the best I've ever had. Overall I would have been willing to look over the awkward service, but the food poisoning was a major issue and put a damper on our visit to the county. read more

Visited on a Thursday for lunch. The space is really nice and service was friendly and quick. The Ham Hock soup was delicious. My friend had the burger with fried smashed potatoes and it was less successful. While I personally enjoy a burger done medium rare that's not everyone's preference and the server should ask how a customer wants a burger done just like a steak. Otherwise, a burger that comes out rare in the middle will be deemed a mistake and cause negative sentiment from those that don't want it that way. The smashed potatoes could also use more seasoning. A good beer and wine selection. The bread basket was kind of simple for an 8 dollar add on and could/ should include spreads other than butter. Overall a nice concept that was good but needs some tweaks. read more

This place was great! To start, the ambiance is really nice- really cool decor and an even cooler layout. We went for Countylicious and were very happy with the experience. The staff was very accommodating and pleasant. We were also impressed to hear that everything is cooked on open flame, but were not surprised, as the quality of the food was superb. After meeting the owners of the establishment, we could tell that they genuinely put a lot of care into their work, which is reflected in the restaurant's atmosphere. Would highly recommend if you're in the County and looking for a great new spot to eat. read more

We had dinner last night and ordered the 45 oz tomahawk steak to share. It was served with compound butter And garlic and onion and was quite good. We also have the tomato + mozzarella, shoshito peppers, and they comped us the potatoes. The food was quite good but the wine selection was strange in that there was limited PEC wines. None by the glass! One other criticism is that we ordered a bottle of red to go with the steak but it took them quite some time to bring it out. The sommelier wanted to check in with us on the bottle we selected which likely contributed to the delay. Service I'd give a 7/10. Food probably 8/10. Decor/ Ambiance is casual and trendy. read more

Um the workers are very rude and I'm pretty sure she spit in my food like I'm paying you.... I'm really upset I won't be back

The vegetarian options were minimal - 1 option, it was a small portion for $22, the server did not make a quality check, I didn't eat it as it was lacking in flavour and Brie cheese took over the dish. It was my bday my husband tried to make it special but the staff did not make any mention and still charged us for the dish even though I had two bites. Hoping the service and food quality improves .... read more

Flame & Smith was recommended as the new spot to visit in PEC. We found it to be very hipster and contemporary. Loved the decor, the cocktails and the menu selection We informed our wait staff that we needed to get to Wellington in time for a 7:30 curtain for the theatre; consequently our food was prepared and served promptly. We would have to have lounged longer as it was the perfect restaurant for a great evening. read more

What a GREAT experience. We stopped in around 5 PM seeing if we might be able to get a table for later. They were full up but Sonya was awesome and said if we came back they would try and accommodate us at the bar. And so they did!! And what a GREAT experience. The fact that they have been open weeks is incredible. Great cocktail menu. Great wine list. Layout is amazing. It was bustling and full of energy. All the staff were amazing, especially Rodney at the raw bar. So for the food: Usually I am annoyed at ordered bread. Here it is incredible. 2 types with amazing butter. We ate every crumb. The Sushito peppers... amazing. Even the simple cucumber with green goddess dressing wonderful. The cold zucchini soup - freezing cold and perfect. Salad fresh and robust and unique. The cold seafood sample was very good. The clams were just ok. The gin cured salmon was amazing but the cracker hid how great it was. Mussels amazing, oysters great, crab delicious, squid and kimchee awesome, shrimp outstanding. AND THEN THE LEMON TART WOWEEEE. RUN HERE. DO NOT WALK. read more

I can't believe how rude the staff is, the food is so overpriced and not worth it. Literally heard the staff yelling at each other in the back, I felt so sorry for the workers. It seems like the people who run the place are very uptight. Would never ever recommend eating here and have spread the word about my terrible experience. So unimpressed with the owners but I made sure to tip my server because I know how the industry can be. read more

My wife and I made our reservation for 5:30 pm, through Open Table, which uses a 24 hour clock and we showed up 2 hours late because we misinterpreted the reservation time as 7:30 pm, despite this and the restaurant being completely booked. The restaurant proactively called us and re booked us at the bar which we appreciated. The service was casual and not rushed, the atmosphere busy and vibrant. The patio had a wood fire burning which presented a lovely rich woody aroma as we entered the restaurant. The staff was alert and engaging in a way that flow of the evening allowed us to savor our conversation as well as the tastes of our drinks and meal, and seemed to be there at the exact moment we needed them to. For drinks, my wife ordered the French 75 which was a tasty and refreshing cocktail and I ordered the Matron Yeasayer which is a local micro brew that paired perfectly with the meal. We started with the shrimp and bread basket. The shrimp cocktail came with 6 large wild shrimp that were large and fresh, the cocktail sauce included freshly grated horseradish which was a nice touch, I did find the cocktail sauce a little too 'ketchup-y' in taste and consistency. The bread basket came with a nice variety of freshly baked breads that were warm to the touch. For our mains we ordered the pork chop and steak and sides of the bone marrow and roasted vegetables. The Steak was tender and juicy and perfectly cooked benefiting from the flamed grill. The pork chop was grilled well and thick; however, was tough to chew. The bone marrow came accompanied with grilled toasted slices and was an interesting side. It was my first time trying this and felt it was very fatty and didn't add a lot of taste, this is likely a personal taste thing. The vegetables were small crisp turnips(?) with a dollops of a savory sauce that neither of us liked very much, but we were expecting more of an assortment of vegetables and are not turnip fans. Overall I would say our experience was highly enjoyable and very reasonably priced, and would recommend as a destination county restaurant. read more

Tried this out while visiting the PEC for a long weekend. It was busy but we had made reservations and were seated promptly. There was some confusion over the wine menu as most of the local wines are only served by the bottle which was a but disappointing. Knowing that this restaurant is about supporting the community it's surprising you have more options of international wine if you want one glass. We ordered food and were really excited as the aroma of everything smelled delicious. The food is very very well done. We liked that there was as much attention in cooking vegetables well as there was protein. Everything has great flavour and seasoning and portions are perfect. The service was a but disappointing. The timing of things being brought to our table was off for example we received our appetizer before drinks, then part of our appetizer came with the mains and I didn't get to order my second glass of wine until my last few bites of steak. I'd started with a glass of white intended to drink during the appetizers. So timing could have been better and in general the server and table runner seemed a little confused. Despite that the meal was very delicious and I'd go again hoping that the service issues were just a one off. read more