Excellent signature cocktails!…read more We sat on the patio, it was gorgeous with a water fountain, light music... Staff a very accommodating and friendly!

Passed by this place a couple of times and I always thought it was just a hotel establishment but…read moremy friend was convinced there was a restaurant hidden inside. Finally went inside to confirm and then made a reservation of that night on their outdoor patio area. The vibe is really nice since the patio is it's own separate area with some really nice...tiling? Idk it just feels really premium and good vibes outside. Ordered the Nabulsi Cheese small plate as well as the Pan Seared Flat-Iron Steak as the recommendation from the server. I'm really not that well versed in fine dining or just more pricy places, so this was a relatively new experience on my end. The nabulsi cheese plate was exceptional. The blend of flavours (olives, tomatoes, shallots) were really nice mixed together. The cheese was amazing, chewy and just great texture all on a nice sliced baguette. Kinda like a flavour explosion which was amazing. Definitely try the cheese plate. The flat-iron steak wasn't you typical steak cooked along with a potato side (mashed or fries). The steak was paired with a quinoa mix, "panca pepper demi and aji verde" which were the dark brown/black sauce and the green sauce in the picture. Steak was super tender and with both sauces were phenomenal. On the same vein as the nabulsi cheese plate, these dishes are literally flavours I've never tasted before and they were amazing. I never really tried quinoa either and was skeptical as to how it would pair alongside steak but it was actually quite nice since the texture was so different then the other things we ordered. This place is the definition of a hidden gem for me. Not even a Yelp page (woohoo another business added!) and not signage outside indicating what it is. Hopefully this review gives it it's much needed appreciation! 5 stars easily.

Located in Kingston, Ontario this is a tapas style restaurant. The interior is dark and cool making…read moreyou think of a wine cellar. Full bar with extensive wine options. They have a private party room downstairs which is also where the restrooms are located so the restaurant isn't really accessible. They recommend 3-4 dishes per person. This can be expensive as most dishes are in the 20 dollar range. The steak with chimichurri sauce was excellent!!! But was also $44.00 for about 13 small slices. We also ordered a Thai green curry cod that comes with cashews infused in the sauce. We had a nut allergy at the table so they were able to remove the cashews to make the dish nut free. Service was decent but this is a dining environment where you are not rushed out the door. Dishes come out sporadically so you are meant for slow dining. This is a good place to celebrate a special occasion or if you just want something different while in Kingston.

The food was delicious however the portions are small. The setting was very nice and the outdoor…read moreseating was cozy. Staff were attentive however not overly friendly.

Ontario road trip-worthy Mercury Bar & Lounge is newly opened in downtown Kingston The space is…read moreHUGE with lots of private events space! It's great for small and large groups, for celebrations, for watching sports, and perfect for corporate events! Thanks to my friend for introducing this place to us! It was a pleasure to meet Chef Paulson and his team! Our server was also very friendly and enthusiastic ^^ I love the Asian-inspired menu; Chef Paulson is absolutely talented, and the food is SO AMAZING! I can't wait to visit again. I would recommend the following: Avocado Infused Hummus - The hummus was so light and creamy, and I love the addition of pistachio and pomegranate to this dish! The pita bread was also soft and fluffy Turkey Delight Poutine - Loved this shareable appetizer! Topped with braised turkey, fresh Quebec cheese curd, and crispy kale. That cranberry mayo was definitely chef's kiss! Seafood Linguine - Made with a housemade tomato sauce, and topped with fresh shrimps, Hokkaido scallops, and mussels. A very tasty entrée! Fish & Chips - My friend especially enjoyed this dish Seared haddock (instead of traditionally breaded/deep fried!), served with mushy peas (有驚喜!), coleslaw and tartare sauce. My friends also had the Itaewon Beef Burger with Fries and the Korean BBQ Short Ribs on Rice. Both very tasty according to them ^^

We wanted to go somewhere different for breakfast . The restaurant is beautiful and clean but the…read morebreakfast was not great . The coffee was severely watered down, the bacon was crispy and the ham was awful . My husband got my eggs and I got his eggs . The potatoes are the little squares from McCain. I support new Canadians opening restaurants but you won't get many customers if the food is terrible !!

Beautiful place with perfect cocktails menu design. I love everything about Musiikki in Kingston…read more The vintage decor creates such a cozy and charming vibe. All drinks are elaborately handcrafted, and the live music adds endless joy to the night. It's truly a hidden treasure worth visiting.

I can't tell you how wonderful a night we had here. Live music outside on the patio and crazy good…read moredrinks to boot! Very special location under the stars and the shadow of a old tree.

It's been a couple of years since we've been here. Located on the main strip (Princess Street) in…read moreKingston I remember the menu being more focused on sandwiches, burgers, salads etc On this visit the menu was mainly pizza and pasta's so maybe the focus has changed? They have a decent cocktail menu. What was ordered: Pasta Bolognese - sauce was okay by the pasta they chose was broken pieces of a flat pasta Rigatoni Barolo - beef was really tender but there wasn't enough rapini Drunken Canadian Pizza - parts of the crust was almost burnt. Pizza itself was okay. Food seem to take along time to arrive and it wasn't busy (only 2 other small groups in the restaurant). Service was decent enough despite there being only 1 server at the time. Restrooms are downstairs and not accessible. All dishes are in the 18-22 dollar range with the exception of the shareable dishes they have which are priced slightly higher.

Food was pretty good as was the ambiance but it really took was too long for our food to arrive…read more We visited with our three year old on a busy Saturday but we were seated shortly after we called ahead to make a reservation. We saw a number of people leave the restaurant because they waited too long for someone to come over or drinks to come etc. We ordered not too long after we sat down. A grilled cheese for our daughter, tomato soup for me and a club sandwich for my hubby. In our experience typically kids meals come out the quickest but not in our case. Somehow our order took almost an hour to come out of the kitchen. Our server was sweet and it wasn't her fault but we weren't offered anything while we waited. While the food tasted pretty good, it was a bit of a struggle to entertain our bored and hungry toddler. If you're not in a rush, definitely check this place out!

When my wife and I were going to be making a random stop in Belleville for a couple nights, I did…read moremy thing and looked up what to do and eat while in town. I'm from an even smaller town, so I'm used to short lists for those things, but I was glad when I randomly came across The Lark. It wasn't on one of the review sites or a travel blog, but just simply perusing the downtown landscape on Google Maps. Their space on Bridge Street is airy and spacious, but the small footprint keeps things intimate, with a stunning bar that beckons to slake your thirst. Although the restaurant's name isn't on-the-nose Italian, the menu is very much so. With a handful each of primi, secondi and dolci, chances are that you won't suffer from choice paralysis while ordering, but what they have is nonetheless quite enticing. Burrata is always an easy choice, especially at a restaurant like The Lark where you know you're going to get good quality cheese and accoutrements. They didn't disappoint! The milky, semi-solid cheese paired well with tender hunks of sweet butternut squash and the crisp savouriness of fried sage. Pomegranate seeds and hazelnuts brought some sweetness and crunch, while house-made sourdough was good enough to be eaten on its own. For my main, I went with the beef cheek pappardelle. The succulent shreds of cheek took the place of ground beef in the rich Bolognese, and my taste buds were all the better for it. The fresh pappardelle was luxuriously tender, with its delicate folds sopping up all that delicious sauce. Rounded out with parm and basil, it shows that you don't have to recreate the wheel to make an excellent dish. My wife's brown butter gnocchi was no slouch either, with a decadent cream sauce, and nice hint of char to the lovely and light pasta pillows. Not to be beaten, the apple cobbler was absolutely amazing. Definitely sized for two, but no judgment if you solo it, every part was fall dessert perfection. Service was wonderfully knowledgeable on the food and drink side, as well as friendly and easygoing. I was getting strong owner-vibes, but I'm too lazy to do the amount of Googling required for a confirm. The Lark is getting done dirty by the algorithm on the major review sites and if they won't loudly announce their possession of the title as "best restaurant in Belleville", I sure will.

My favourite place in all of Belleville! The food is amazing as are the cocktails. There's a good…read morevariety to choose from for different tastes. I've gone back again since my first time visiting to try a few more things. The Beef Cheek Pappardelle was my overall favourite, but the Beef short rib was a close second. It's a cute little spot in downtown Belleville with a nice ambience. There's lots of street parking available nearby or there's a big lot that's very walkable. Service was great, we even got the bartenders choice for the drinks and it was really well done. If you're ever in the Belleville area and are looking for a spot to have dinner, this is definitely the place.

This is an overpriced tourist trap. It has mediocre food, and it is dishonest about the minimum 18%…read moregratuity that they charge.

(Late post) We visited in October when it just started to get chilly. We were seated outdoors so we…read morehad to combat the wind and ashes from the campfire that blew our way. We had no trouble moving to another table but once we sat a bit farther from the fire I felt very cold very quickly. I ordered the fish and chips (it was phenomenal), their special $9 cocktail (which was okay), and their special of the night which was a brisket plate. For $32 we expected a bit more ... Also we saw people seating inside when we left, would have appreciated if we were given a choice.

First of all, the interior and hospitality of the restaurant was amazing! The design of the place…read morewas beautiful and I might just come back to surround myself with the same ambience. We ordered the bao sampler, pork bao, and fried wontons. The sauce for the fried wontons was so delicious, definitely made the wontons my favourite dish of the night. However, the baos fell short as we were expecting a lot more. Overall, good food however I didn't think it was anything special. The flavours were definitely all there and we had a great time eating but nothing "wowed" us.

Great spot in Kingston, this is one of the best Asian fusion spots I've ever been too. They have a…read moregreat variety of options on their menu, and the experience there is always great with fantastic service. The space is also very nice and they are able to accommodate all party sizes.

Le Jardin, on the second floor above Bar Mayla, has a beautiful interior with great music to match…read morethe atmosphere. The service was warm, welcoming, and very friendly. Everything we ordered was phenomenally done. The oysters were fresh, the lamb was perfectly cooked, and the drink I ordered was exactly what I was looking for. We were full after the meal but still went for dessert just to try something else that they had to offer. Their grilled items are delicious and definitely worth going to try!

absolutely loved and enjoyed the dinning experience at le jardin, which is located on the second…read morefloor of bar mayla and owned by the same group. the food was delicious, the portions were generous. overall the service was good but nothing memorable or out of the norm. i'm taking off a star because it took over an hour to get our food after ordering. the bartender did offer us a round of drinks to make up for it, but overall was not expecting such a long wait time on food.

Big fan of their spirits but also this location! The staff have always been very friendly, are…read morealways willing to share a tasting if you aren't sure what you're looking for, and the liquor is excellent. I prefer their vodka, and my spouse prefers their whiskey. It's a cute little spot with a bar and some tables. If you like the hard stuff check them out - they are right on the main strip in Clayton!

Excellent spot to stop during a walk in downtown Clayton Wednesday afternoon. Many items to taste,…read morebut unfortunately had to limit the purchases. Heidi, besides being extremely entertaining, was brilliant in her knowledge of the drinks and the surrounding area. Visited the restaurant Monday evening where the bartender there was also excellent. Vacationing with the in-laws this coming week making the whiskey, bourbon and moonshine even more important .