I'd been excited to try this new location in Guelph for awhile now. I'm a cocktail lover + gin…read morelover. Based on their Instagram they'd worked out early opening kinks and were displaying some really cool cocktails. We arrived on a Friday night in August around 8pm. Seating upstairs in the restaurant was pretty full but there were one or two tables. We were a group of 5 and the hostess at the door seems VERY flustered. We later agreed that she must have been very new. She sat us in front of their front window (garage door style) that was open. It was a chilly night - like maybe 16 by this point. We asked if she could close the door. She said she would check. 5 minutes later, nothing. She cane back with waters and 1/2 the glasses were dirty. Then a waitress came over and we asked if we wanted drinks but we had not been given menus by hostess...ha so we asked for those. We then again if she could close the garage door and she said no. So we asked if we could be moved somewhere else. We were moved to a table meant for 4 but at least we were warm! We ordered drinks and they arrived very quickly- I was surprised at how quick. We ordered meals too...however, these took over and hour to come out. So that wasn't great- and what we ordered were not complicated (burger, charcuterie, fries...). I tried the Brussels which were just okay - the batter on them was weird. The charcuterie board at $22 was kind of boring g and lacked variety. Then our waiter once it was bill time disappeared. So we flagged down the hostess and she said she would get the machine and out bills....well that never happened. So another waitress walked by and we snagged her and settled up. We decided to head down to the speakeasy to check that out. It was much better. Everything was cheaper (cash only) and it was like chilling in a big basement with lots of old overstuffed couches. It was full when we first went down at 10:30 but within 15 it was nearly empty. Very chill and a good winter hangout. Two tips : cash only and the password changes weekly and is on their Instagram (however we were not asked for it)

I really like this place. I have been there 3 times with great food and great service every time…read more I've had the ribs and the fish and chips both of which were better than anywhere else in Guelph. My daughter loves their burgers which are made from beef they grind themselves, so you can have it cooked to whichever doneness you want, even rare. I want to give them particular kudos for my visit last night when I showed up at about 9:15 and told them that about 9 of my friends would be joining me. They quickly put some tables together and got me a drink. When my friends started arriving it turned out that there were more like 20 of us. They added more tables and quickly got drinks going. The food took as long as you would expect for a table of 20, not a moment longer. Everyone's food came out at the same time, hot and delicious. I had the grilled halibut which was super fresh and beautifully prepared. Everyone in our party commented positively on the dishes they ordered. That must be an incredibly well-run kitchen. Thanks Gin Mill for a lovely after-event evening. One suggestion: an espresso machine or at least coffee and tea.

Enjoyed a dinner with a larger group on a Friday night . The atmosphere was buzzing amongst live…read morejazz music . Plenty of selections on menu , but the standout for good value are the selection of pizzas , priced at $25. I enjoyed the Nat King Cole. There are plenty of other catchy names / varieties to choose from. Service was a little slow , however very friendly and gracious . This is a classic Guelph spot and I look forward to returning !

What a Guelph gem!! Live music & singing, eclectic but classy decor, good food & the staff was so…read moresmall-town friendly. Really glad we spent our Friday girl's night here! When we arrived ~9pm, there was a super talented and funny performer who sang, wrote her own songs, played the piano and music pad. Seriously a one woman band! She interacted with the audience too which was neat. As for the food, I ordered their ARTIC CHAR and it was *chef's kiss* cooked to perfection and all the roasted Brussel sprouts & orzo worked deliciously together. My friend got their SEAFOOD LINGUINI which she liked. Definitely would love to return here for a family night out or date night, I already have my eye out on their pizzas :) ALSO, Shout outs to the owner of the restaurant. She was sooo welcoming and noticed right away that we weren't their regulars and came to introduce herself. Made us feel like we were part of the family/town.

Nice quaint little place! Our server was so nice, and we really dig the atmosphere (pun intended)…read more Good cocktails, my wife liked the Apple Pie cocktail and my sister-in-law enjoyed her espresso martini. I had a beer from Wellington. They have about 5 beer selections on tap but good choices of local craft beer! My recommendation at this place will always be Wellington if you're a beer person. Food was nice and fresh. I ordered the jerk chicken tacos which were loaded with flavour, only complaint was it was a little soggy and messy, but still tasty. And personally I'm not a salad guy so just not a fan of the side selection. My wife got the Tofu Bahn Mi which she absolutely loved. And my sister-in-law ordered the Goat Cheese and Beet Salad which she said filled her craving. Prices were very fair here too.

I was at the cafe last Saturday and it was simply awesome . The food was…read more well presented and sooo delicious !!! service was very efficient and discreet. The ambiance was conductive to friendly conversation and I have nothing but praise for what my group pops 4 ordered as everything was simply delicious .

10/10 experience from start to finish! From booking the reservation with Emma to the moment we…read moreleft, everything was perfect. Amazing food, excellent service, and Mel was wonderful with her low-sugar wine recommendations. Grace greeted us so warmly--we felt truly welcomed. First time here, but absolutely not the last. Thank you!

One of the most proper bars around when you want a nice drink always had a great time there, except…read morefor one time that person had an eagle too big for his head that's all I gotta say! Ego *

I came here for the second time with my family. I was sadly disappointed. The place was a little…read moretoo warm and I extremely disliked the sticky tables (it wasn't dirty, but an unfortunate table top finish issue). We ordered quite a bit of food. The appetizers (calamari, mozza sticks, and wings) were great! Very solid choices although personally the wings (medium) were a little too sweet for us. Service was ok but the waitress did seem a bit stressed. The mains, however, were a bit disappointing. The burgers were just ok, my halloumi in the halloumi salad was burnt (although the salad itself was great), and the children's cheese sandwich was also burnt. The fish & chips were very oily. Usually I really want to like and rate local establishments well as I am a local myself, but burnt food is a no-no and unfortunately with kids I don't really have the time to ask for a remake. Great vibes for a good beer though.

Came for a Sunday lunch while in the area. Simply loved the look of the place and got to sit on the…read moreupstairs veranda ... perfect. Set ourselves up with a West Avenue Heritage dry cider and ordered a Poke Tuna Bowl and a Beef Dip. First of all, the service was excellent. Warm, friendly and genuine. I even spilled a whole glass of cider and they replaced it free of charge. The food was very good and we would certainly come back. Highly recommend this for a wonderful lunch.

We had dinner there last night. It was our first time. The…read morestaff was friendly, but the service was absolutely awful. We got there at 5 o'clock. It took an hour for us just to get drinks once we got our drinks. Our food came out appetizers and dinner. They were all stone cold. The quality of the food was very disappointing We eat out quite a bit and the quality was not worth what you pay and the prices that they charge. When I go back again, probably not. Very disappointing

Amazing top tier Italian restaurant with delicious dishes in an intimate setting. The interior is…read morein a 2 story building that is dimly lit and nicely decorated. The food took a while to come out but it was worth the wait. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The pizza and pasta were very tasty and nicely portioned. The desserts were also fantastic.

I stayed at the Delta hotel while in Canada for business and this restaurant is located…read moreinside/connected. I decided to try it out and I am so glad I did. The bartender was fantastic and helped to explain the drinks and answer questions (young guy with bright blue eyes). I decided on the "careful Todd...it's hot" which was cinnamon white rum, cointreau, lemon & chocolate...OH EM GEE. This is a comfort drink...I should have asked how to make this because this is something I would love to sip on after a long day or before bed! And the poutine...wow...I only had poutine once before (5 years ago in Vancouver) but this poutine was soooo much better...the flavor of the "gravy" ...jeez...i just need a cup of this to dip my fries in instead of ketchup...where can I find this in Texas????? And the pizza...it was called "For Gord" , seriously the flavor was so good...better than pizza I had in Chicago!!!! Maybe it was the black pepper maple drizzle...not sure but it was fantastic! I don't usually give 5 stars but this place was worth it and the bartender was fabulous...I wish I had gotten his name.

I was staying at the Delta, so I had the opportunity to eat here once for dinner and once for…read morebreakfast. They accept reservations via OpenTable. The space actually looks like a high end bistro, so that in itself was nice, as I don't always expect this level of decor in a Delta hotel. For dinner we tried a margherita pizza and the chicken wings. Margherita pizza was pretty good - it had a thin crust and had a slight chew. They have a proper pizza oven, so that definitely helps. Chicken wings with applewood smoke dry rub was ok. It was prepared well, but the dry rub was very mild, almost no flavour. The bartender was handling service because we went during off-hours, so he was mostly focused on customers at the bar. He was nice enough, but didn't check up on us until we were already finished. For breakfast, we had the smoked salmon benny and avocado toast. Both were good. Service was a bit slow, but pleasant. Overall, I was happy with both meals. The food was better than I had expected. Service was always pleasant, but a bit slow both times. I would consider returning if in Guelph again.

A bustling, welcoming space on a vibrant block of downtown Guelph. Thoughtful, knowledgeable and…read moreconnecting service. A varied menu, with consideration to varied needs and attention to provenance. Finally, an inspired cocktail menu, with plenty of options for the sober folk at your table. I've been here a few times and it's a favourite. Hits just the right notes.

Friendly service and excellent food and drinks…read more Caesar: We'd never had this classic Canadian drink before and my partner really liked it. It was too spicy for me, but I could definitely appreciate it. Kind of like a quality shrimp cocktail sauce drink? Weird but good. Mostly salty/savory! Calm Collins: I'm not sure if I felt calm or not after this, but I enjoyed the drink nonetheless. Kind of like an arnold palmer, not too sweet or tangy. On the Wagon: Tastes just as described, though I think this one had dried lemon instead of candied ginger. A nice sipper, especially if you enjoy ginger drinks. 3 Sisters Salad: I love a Mendocino Farms Quinoa Kale salad (which I would order over most delicious junk food options), but this is likely my second favorite salad. The dressing is light and flavorful, slightly sweet, ever so slightly tangy. The puffed wild rice provided an excellent texture, very similar to crunchy quinoa. The chickpeas and corn added a savory and sweet mildly chewy texture. We added the trout and it was excellent on its own. Crispy skin, perfectly cooked and salted. Pan Roasted Chicken: I was surprised there was only one bone in this! The meat was tender and juicy, well cooked. I can't remember exactly how it tasted because we scarfed it down so fast, but trust that it was good. Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie: You can't have a meal without dessert. The pie filling is similar to halva - sweet, soft, light and fine. Great to share between two, but would also be excellent for one...

I loved this place! I had a blast coming here and the food was delicious. I had the apple waffle…read moreand a London fog, they were both amazing! They also have a corner that has all sorts of cool swag you and look at and take photos with. Our waitress was very nice and helpful.

Seems good they were out of a few things like gluten free batter so my sister-in-law couldn't have…read moreany waffles to eat but the server was kind and figured out something for her, they need to order more to get thru a week but good food, we all enjoyed our meals.

This is definitely mostly a students/sports bar. I came in here twice now. Once for St Pattys and…read moreanother time with some friends. The place itself looks decent and well kept, however, I found the pace of the place to be slow and slightly disorganized. The host was little to be seen when looking for seating, and the staff looks stressed. That being said, I very much enjoyed the fries and chicken wings I received, and location cannot be beat.

I went there with some coworkers when I am in town. This is a fun place. They have a ton of beers…read moreto try there. We arrived pretty late, but they were able to seat us. They were out of a few things by that time of evening but that's understandable. I had a chicken curry and it was good, but I'd probably try something different next time. The waitress was super friendly and took good care of us.