Rust Bistrobar is the only spot in Burlington that makes me want to permanently squat in the…read morekitchen and call it a day. Having been back here close to a dozen times over the last decade, I can firmly say this place is the perfect combination of gastro-ingenuity and traditional staples done right. The vibe is "industrial chic," which is essentially code for "I'm feeling something fancy, but still want to be able to visit in my Kirkland shorts." The food has a heavy focus on local ingredients, with flavors that are incredibly tight and well-balanced. The steak frites are so tender I'm pretty sure they were cut with a polite suggestion rather than a knife. The scallops are meaty and perfectly cooked. And of course the burger is absolutely mouthwatering and make it the tempting default option during each visit. The appetizers are all fantastic, Kat and the Korean cauliflower takes the cake! For desert, their house cheesecake is phenomenal, and their in house amber ale is full and flavourful. Our server was on the ball; the water was never empty, and the check ins were always at the right time. Verdict: 10/10. If you want western food with a fun twist and high quality ingredients, this is one spot you must check out!

We went to this place during the holidays time for a weekend brunch and we loved it! It was…read moredecorated so well and had a cozy vibe. Reservations are a must. The service was great, our server gave us a free latte because their coffee machine took forever to work. I got a hazelnut old fashion and it tasted amazing. The food was delicious, we got Huevos Rancheros (instead of tofu I opted for chorizo) and a Chorizo Benedict. Both the dishes were flavorful and came with crispy potatoes. I would recommend this place!

This pub has definitely become my favorite pub in Burlington; they offer great variety of shareable…read moredishes, burgers and sandwiches, salads and pasta. The drinks menu also covers everyone's preferences. The vibe is lively and many people come here to enjoy gatherings with family and friends. The owners deeply care about providing great quality and tasty food for their guests. And the service is fast and efficient. We ordered "Judge's Cobb Salad", "Roast Beef Yorkies", "Coconut Shrimp", "Judge's Pad Thai", "Judge's Baja Fish Tacos", "Judge's Reuben Club Sandwich" and "Judge's Fried Chicken Sandwich". Everything we ordered was fresh and tasted amazing. The Fried Chicken Sandwich included a huge piece of chicken and was enough for 2 people. Reuben Club Sandwich was so tender and flavourful and the melted cheese was an amazing addition to it. Fish taco and coconut shrimp were fresh and tasty. And Pad Thai was one of the best ones I've ever had. I would definitely want to come back to try more of their delicious menu items as they have so many great options.

The food was excellent. The servers was good. The experience was nice…read more Portions for a good size

Jake's Grill and Oyster Bar did not disappoint! We sat at a high top in the bar area. Our…read moreserver/bartender was awesome, super friendly, and kept everything flowing perfectly. He was super helpful with recommendations and even gave us some fun facts about Canada. The food was just as amazing as the service. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and honestly, there wasn't a single miss. The carrot cake was so good, honestly best I've ever had in my life. You can tell they put real care into what they serve. Great food, great service, great atmosphere -- can't ask for more. Wish there was one of these in Florida!

Sweet baby Jesus, the trout was so good I forgot to take a photo. And had a bite of my wife's tuna…read moresalad: divine. Simply some of the best sea food I've had in a while. No wonder they have all these glowing reviews. Will definitely coming back!

I came on a Mon around 17:30 and stayed until 20:00 (taking photos and videos of course!). The…read morerestaurant had very few guests. Because they were not busy, the service was excellent! They even asked the sous chef to make sure the presentation was excellent; he didn't disappoint. Their menu changes seasonally. I ordered the following: 1. Coke ($). 2. Tempura Shrimp ($27). 3. Crispy Duck Leg Confit & Breast ($46). 4. Saskatoon Berry Cheesecake ($14). The Tempura Shrimp were tiger shrimp and were so plump, each about 1 inch diameter at the widest end! They were de-shelled and tempura battered. There were orange slices (orange), avocado slices (green), and chili slices (red), making the dish colourful. The Crispy Duck came with a leg and sliced breast portions. Accompanying them were tamarillo, sunchoke puree, bordelaise, dried kale chips, berry gastrique, and chopped candied pecans. All the ingredients worked well together, with mixtures of savoury and sweet tastes. The Cheesecake was amazing. The cheesecake itself was an upside-down half sphere. It was soft; I prefer that over the typical firm cake. There were miniature dried berries on top, along with a ruby chocolate sauce, and a sliced of dried red beet. Surrounding it was a soft marshmallow meringue which was lightly torched. The colour theme was red and white with a touch of dark blue. Daimon, the sous chef, plated everything expertly for me. There is plenty of indoor seating, of which one side has a view of the lake. There is lively music playing in the background. There is free WiFi. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. There are separate male/female washrooms. There is free street parking on weekends on a street running north of the restaurant. There is also a paid parking lot next to the restaurant. Review 2026-040

Returned to Spencer's at the Waterfront for brunch and was not disappointed…read more I enjoy visiting Spencer's on special occasions. At the recommendation of the service staff, I ordered the Crab Cake Egg Benedict (lemon aïoli, boston lettuce, chive hollandaise), served for weekend brunch only. Similar to my previous meals here, the food had subtle layers of flavour that came together nicely with every bite. I tend to gravitate to food that I can't get at other restaurants. The server informed us that the meal was not served on brioche like the other Egg Benedict's, but I was still full with the side salad (yeh, no arugula). My husband ordered the side fries so his belly was full. There were two crab cakes with eggs, and plenty of crab inside. I was glad that I didn't taste fillers. Service was good and we sat at a table with a waterfront view. The Sloane tea and beverages were a pricey and small for what they were, hence one of the reasons I don't come here as frequently. Overall, I enjoy the food here.

Really enjoyable experiences dining in and ordering takeout. The staff is very friendly. The sushi…read moreis delicious and always tastes fresh. Great place for an intimate dining date or to bring along the family.

Went to Sakai for lunch with a couple of colleagues for a change from the AYCE sushi joints we…read morenormally go to. We ordered 4 meals, too much for the 3 of us, but we wanted to try different dishes. The soondubu was a favourite, and although not the best I've had, and lacking a bit of heat for me, it was still very good, and my colleagues enjoyed the spice level. Lucky for me there was some gochujang on the table, so I was able to warm things up! The bibimbap was good, not sure the bowl was hot enough, as there was only a bit of crispy rice, and the egg was a bit over. The gochujang came in handy again here, but the flavours in the dish and accompaniments were good. Same for the bulgogi...the best part of the plate was the buchimgae (pancake). Not that the bulgogi was bad, it was just good. We also had a maki platter not pictured that was decent as well. They have little individual table rooms (we weren't in one this trip) which adds to the authentic feel of the place. Service was good, though a little slow on the maki (hence no photo) A good introduction to Korean food for my friends, enough to inspire them to want to try more.

Fine Dining... casually!…read more When a restaurant delivers the best meals, with top shelf service in an intimate setting, you call that Michelin Star or at least recommended. When you do it effortlessly, you call that Buvette, a new standard in Casual Fine Dining. I had the most wonderful evening at Buvette in Burlington. Yes ... Burlington. Far away but worth the drive. Step in and friendly salutations are offered, along with overheard lively conversations of happy patrons that have been looking forward to a night out. It's been a long few years, and Buvette has spent their time setting up and after only opening 8 months ago, they are shaking up the dining scene. The home reimagined and constructed into Buvette is gorgeous. The passthrough fireplace, with Buvette proudly emblazoned on it, plays the center piece. The sunken sunroom dining area, the intimate bar, stairs to the second floor dining area all pass by warmth of the fire. And of course, opposite to the fireplace is the glass encased small collection of fine wines. Though Buvette is a Winebar, let's not forget their handcrafted cocktails. The owner was cheeky and named them after businesses around the historic Village Square of Downtown Burlington. From carpaccio to cauliflower bites, burrata to pastas, steaks to lobster, the names may be standard, but the food here is elevated to a whole new level. My fav? Obvisouly The Buvette Signature Share Platter! A mouthwatering board featuring steak, lobster, shrimps, lamb, and all the fixings. Whether you are here for vibes and drinks, spend some quality time with family, or a special someone, you really came to the right place. My night was amazing, however, take a gander at the menu before heading out. The place is casual but don't forget, it is Fine Dining. Bring your card made of metal... or someone you know that is!!! Downtown Burlington continues to impress me as a place for upscale living, and I think Buvette has given me another reason to perhaps make a move? Hmmm... CHEERS!!!

Food and service tops! Beet salad was delicious and as a…read moreappetizer huge BB bits and hamburger both are worth every bite. But not for the handicapped as washrooms are up stairs!

A little bit of the Caribbean in Canada!…read more Parking: easy as it is a strip mall Drinks: a wide variety of Caribbean drinks! Food: so so soooooo delicious! We had the goat roti, beef roti, vegetable roti and doubles. All of them were so tasty. The only thing that I would caution is that they have a lot of spice. Even level 2 was very, very spicy. I got level four for my goat roti and it was too spicy for me. However, that didn't stop me from eating it all! We also had catering for their curry chicken and curry chick peas for Christmas dinner. It was eaten and loved by everyone! Service: very nice! Naz at the front was super nice! She explained what all the dishes were and provided service with a smile! Atmosphere/vibe: very nice typical Caribbean restaurant. Felt like home away from home. Age group: all Bathroom: did not use Return:absolutely

I just wish they'd let me get the hot. "Oh no, that'll be too spicy for you." At least I still…read morepass. Tasty enough, and a good venue.

Alex the bartender was absolutely amazing. She had wonderful recommendations and took great care of…read moreus. The food was delicious as well.

I love a good brunch and found it at Jackson's Landing. For starters, their Trio Dip is fantastic!…read moreLove the different dips, naan and corn chips. I think they need to bottle this! The Smoked Salmon Benedict and Maple Glazed Bacon Eggs Benedict are excellent. Eggs are cooked perfectly, and food quality is good. Service and decor was excellent as well. I'll be back!

Ambiance and everything was great. I am a business traveler and often ask to sit at the bar and am…read morealone. After asking to sit at the bar I was seated at the side bar where nobody was and told there is more room. There was a seat at the main bar available. No big deal but took a bit for one of the bartenders to come over, granted it was kind of busy. Received my drink and then waited to place my food order. As I was waiting for my food the bar I was sitting at was a dumping station for plates and glassware to ease clearing tables. My food came (the cod) and was warm at best. Could have been amazing but the potatoes were nearly room temperature. I had finished my first drink (mind you a gin & tonic) and took awhile to get another. My empty glass was left and then finished my meal. It took nearly 10 minutes for my plate to be cleared and the empty glass stayed there. Felt like an inconvenience to get my check and pay. I usually don't write poor reviews but this one was needed. 11/17/26

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!