The tapas style was great for a big group to share a wide variety of dishes. The portions are not…read moretoo big, which is why we ordered many dishes to share with everyone. My favourite was the oil cake and the skewers. The service was very welcoming and efficient. The waiters waited for us to finish one or two dishes before bringing in the next dish. I really appreciated the large variety of dishes on the menu, which had their own unique tastes to offer. The pork belly could have been softer, but other than that the food was high quality. The atmosphere felt upscale and modern, which is great for a date or party. What really stood out was the kind service, especially the waiter who really took his time to take pictures for us. Definitely would want to visit again if I ever find myself in Kitchener in the future!

Beautiful environment, loved the bartender! Decent tapas, scallops were my favourite, but I enjoyed…read morethe tuna and salmon as well

Best food I've had in months. 2 servers supporting my table of two all night on the Saturday before…read moreChristmas. Great food, great service, great concept. Mic drop.

Barra Fion is a hidden gem in the Burlington area. I used to live in the neighborhood and…read morecompletely missed this establishment and only recently gone with a group of friends. The interior has high ceilings and lots of chalk art on the walls. Lots of tables for 4s, 8s, and large parties. Looks like a great place to have family gatherings and group feasts. The service was a good pace, there was a good amount of food on the table at any given time and it took about 25-30 min from order to food at the table, we were one of the first groups in and the kitchen was probably still cold. By the time the next group (large party of 12+) arrived, things were much faster. The selection of tapas and main courses covers a large variety of proteins and tastes. Definitely try more dishes than you think you need. Our group of 4 grabbed 2 paellas (the traditionally and exotic forest mushrooms, go for the larger option), a "from the grill" option, and had the house made authentic churros for dessert. Don't skip the churros! They were huge and crispy and fluffy. Looking forward to hanging out with the same group here again. Maybe even stopping by just for the churros.

Great food for a small place however, thier patio is always happing with music entertainers and…read morefriendly staff

We tried the Jerk Chicken Taquitos ,Tacos fish and Indian chicken, crab dip, tater tot poutine,…read morefried pickles and the crab dip ... in addition to the lemonade cocktails and simple whisky coke - unavailable item were Korean chicken..... late night check check. it's a tapas bar so I wanted to indicate we dabbled. The ambiance, art, energy were notable. The menu ideas were interesting offering gf, vegetarian options but not strong in vegan or diary free. Very cute outdoor personable Patio but cuter bar inside. I'm starting strong in my review not because it was bad but because it had essences of a great almost there 4.5 worldly tapas bar you can hit day to night, classy to brassy but it needed some finishing touches. The deep fried pickles were the best. The crab dish was the best value - tonnnnnes of crab but needed some punch in the seasoning department... the tacos ok but the pitas were more like burritos, good size not more Canadianized / Americanized tacos, poutine was lit.... I had a great time with my friends and that's what was most stunning about here food almost, bar 10, friends 10, art 10, music 10 .. I'm hoping to come back again soon :)

Weekend brunch here is a pretty good deal, including Spanish roast pig & roast beef for just $49…read more(the price has stayed the same since at least 2020 though they've lost the oyster bar & maybe other things). They get 4.5 stars. Most food items were pretty good. House seafood & chicken paella was decent (mushroom truffle paella was better). Chicken & duck stew were quite overcooked & did not have much flavour though. There were also a few brunch staples, so it's not just Spanish food. They like truffle oil here & a few dishes have it, but it's subtle. The 3 dips were very good, even if they were more Middle Eastern.3 cheese selection & charcuterie were good, The bread (both in the pinxtos & loose) was a bit stale & dry. The bread basket had a demi baguette with no cutting implement or place to cut it. Desserts were the weakest part of the meal. Churros were very hard: fried to a crisp, though they tasted ok. Carrot cake was very dry & red velvet cupcakes were quite dry. Alfajores were decent & cherry cheesecake & date squares were good.

Came here over the weekend to celebrate my mother's birthday. Guests were 4 adults and 3 kids…read more Place was surprisingly not that busy especially on a Saturday night when that parking lot always gets so full. Place was nicely decorated and clean. Kids liked the little led lamps on the table. They really help with reading in the dim lit place (for the ambiance). But yes not that many tables taken and restaurant is fairly big. Could be the price point which is a bit on the higher side. But let's talk about the food. Had a really great meal here. For the items I remember the price will include. Let's get to it. Started with some bread ($8). It's a bit bigger than a muffin but splits into 4. Comes with some whipped truffle butter. Was small so we had to order 2. We ordered 2 plates of potatoes ($12?). Which kind of resembles the breakfast potatoes (home fries) you get at breakfast spots but elevated , seasoned well and a nice red sauce base and a white sauce top. We ordered some mussels. This dish was a bit confusing. Taste wise it was good, and the server did warn us. So they take the mussel on a half shell, remove the mussel mix it with some stuff and put it back on the shell, then batter and fry it. By the time it's fried you don't know which side the shell is on so you need to bite into it slowly . We ordered the chick which is pretty small portion wise (2 small thighs) and will run you about $30. Delicious sauce and very juicy. We ordered a pork chop ($48) , not sure if the pink would scare you , but it was delicious and was quite tasty I found. The mushrooms $18)was a real winner for me. Beautifully presented and an amazing burst of flavour. Served with a raw egg in the middle for dipping and seasoned well. I could have just ate the mushrooms so delicious. Next came the seafood platter. Shrimp, squid rings and octopus. Char on the octopus was amazing. The kids surprisingly kept asking for more. Shrimps were a good size and quite tasty. Then of course the seafood paella $95) came. We ordered a large and it is quite filling. There is a smaller one I think around $50. Flavor was good, portion of seafood was very good. It was a work of art. The rice was nicely seasoned and everything tasted really good. We ordered some Churros for dessert (2 PC's for $12). It comes with a chocolate sauce that the kids wanted to drink, it was tasty and dipping the churro in it was great. We asked the server if they do anything for birthdays. She told me they have cheese cake so we shared a piece of that too... Delicious.. not sure if it was a problem or miscommunication, but thought it was going to be complimentary for birthdays, or what I was less to believe. Could have been miscommunication but it was $18. It's fine though, we enjoyed our meal. I would go back for special occasions, 4 adults 3 kids meal (no alcohol) and a diet coke after tax and tip was around $450. Food was tasty , but you will drink a ton of water from all that sodium.

My husband and i went to Hunter & Co for dinner on Saturday evening. This was our second visit,…read morealthough the first was 5 years ago. We were greeted and seated as soon as we entered the restaurant. Even though we had made a reservation, we were given the choice of 3 tables, which we really appreciated. We ordered two cocktails to start. I had the Flora Mexican which was amazing! it was floral, a little sweet, a little sour and just the perfect amount of yum. I loved it. My husband had the Improved Whisky Cocktail. It was also very good, with Rye, Maraschino and a nice hit of Absinthe. We decided to share some items from the crudo part of the menu. We had the salmon carpaccio which came with squid ink crackers and some lovely little pickled items. It was outstanding. We had the tuna tataki which also had lots of little pickled items and was amazing, but for me the actual tuna stole the show. The last item we ordered was the venison tartare. OMG, it was fabulous. The flavour of the venison was wonderful and the chili and capers just added so much to the dish. The cured egg yolk shaved on top gave it a subtle hint of saltiness. Everything was fantastic. The service was great and the ambience was too. We will most definitely be back when we return to London. Highly recommend this place.

10/10 service, cocktails and food. We are from Michigan, and came to London for a long weekend. We…read morehad the best date night. Thank you!

So pretty inside and patio is great option. Espresso martinis were strong and not too sweetread more

Went for lunch on a Saturday while traveling from Toronto to Niagara Falls after finding the…read morerestaurant on the Michelin List. The Tabouleh Salad and Fresh Cheese and Sourdough were wonderful. Cheese and sourdough made in house. While these were unique and great the Chicken Sandwich and Club sandwich were great but nothing overly unique or crave worthy. Our waitress was great and very proud of her work. Was a nice lunch.

Plank really shocked me…read more From food to service to ambience, everything was just right Our waitress was amazing super friendly super efficient did everything we asked. It was very quick about it. The four of us tried a bunch of dishes and all of them were pretty spot on. The cauliflower was perfectly fried crunchy and light. They.Baos more light and fluffy with great fried chicken than them with sauce. Period. Fantastic fresh salad with great veggies and dressing. Probably the only fault I could find with the pizzas were good but not great still, they were woodfired and had a very nice crust Great classic vibe Bar with funky interior right next to the lake the place was packed and a lot of people were eating outside which I would've preferred Highly recommend this place if you're near Oakville

We took my granddaughter here recently. She is vegan and her dietary restrictions were respected…read moreand well catered for. We were able to observe the kitchen at work and this was a treat. My wife and are omnivores and thoroughly enjoyed our Get Wekked and Big Macka meals. This is a popular restaurant and in a great location with a friendly ambiance. Take care where you park as the meter maids are very thorough!

We had a very nice brunch over the weekend here, and really loved the ambiance and service. We…read moreshared an array of vegetarian items, including the Spaghetti fingers, Oh my gourd, Vuffulo vings, Take a Bao and the Beatya to it pizza. The food item names are super fun, and super delicious. We definitely be back for a future get togethers!

Overpriced draft for $10 a pint is a goddam rip off. I can get pint in Burlington at the Squires…read moreduring happy hour for $5. You tell me??? I'm never ever coming back and tell the owner he is overpriced.

My birthday dinner at Beso by Patria was nothing short of exceptional- it turned out to be the most…read morememorable dining experiences we've had in Toronto. Every dish was beautifully prepared: bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. What truly set Beso apart, however, was the hospitality. Despite the restaurant being incredibly busy, Bryan, our mixologist and bartender, and Krisztina, the general manager and sommelier, took the time to chat with us throughout the evening. They shared their knowledge of the menu and wines helping us with our choices. They both transformed a fantastic meal into a truly memorable experience. The evening ended with a personalized birthday dessert! It's rare to find a restaurant that combines outstanding food with such authentic, heartfelt hospitality. Even on a packed night, the team made us feel like we were their only guests. We can't wait to return!

We had high hopes for this spot, especially since the ambience was beautiful--perfect for a lovely…read moredate night. We ended up ordering quite a few items from the menu. Our favourites were the oxtail pintxo, bravas, wagyu, churros, and flan--each of these really stood out and delivered on flavour. That said, I was especially excited for the paella, and it unfortunately fell short. I've had better paella from a food truck, and for much cheaper. Between the chicken and striploin, we preferred the chicken as it had a more cohesive flavour. The striploin was cooked closer to rare when we asked for medium rare, making it tough to eat, and the rice itself was quite bland. On a positive note, the service was lovely--attentive, warm, and accommodating throughout the night. Our server checked in often without being intrusive and made the experience feel polished and welcoming. Overall, while the ambience and service made for a great evening, the food didn't quite justify the price for me. Not sure I'd return, but still a nice spot if you're looking for a good atmosphere.

We have loved Bijou for years. it is still our favorite Stratford restaurant. We had an excellent…read moretime this year. Although we miss the shabby chic of the old place, the decor at the new location is lovely and the seating is more comfortable. The staff is the same and still excellent. Put Bijou on your list for your Stratford visit.

Brought my mom to Stratford for the first time for a show. I took her to Bijou to be fancy... and…read moreBijou did not disappoint! Mom got adventurous and had the halibut which she enjoyed every bite with her eyes closed to enhance the flavours she described as phenomenal. I had, the only vegetarian (not vegan...as there is no vegan option on the menu) option, the Ukrainian dumplings... all I can say is WOW!!! The flavours from first bite to final notes were fresh, creamy and delicious!!! The prices were a little steep, and a little taken aback to have to pay for bread and butter, but even their home made focaccia was moist and crispy at the same time and the perfect tool to ensure all the sauce was where it belonged from our plates to our tummies! Our dinner was paired with a bottle of their cabsauv without any regrets. Make the reservation... your taste buds will thank you!!!