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.

Been here twice. The first time was in April 2025, and the second was more recently, in October…read more2026. Between my two visits, I've tried the tuna poke nachos, avocado tartare, patatas bravas, spicy sambal shrimp, pan-seared scallops, queso y chorizo, and Turkish ravioli. These are small dishes, and sharing is a must, which makes for a fun group activity! Every dish tasted great but the biggest standouts were the tuna poke nachos and Turkish ravioli. The service was great both times, with our server explaining the portion sizes and basics of each dish and taking time to make drink recommendations for individuals at the tables and suggesting adding extra portions to a couple of dishes so everyone in the group could have a taste of the dish. The restaurant itself is very tasteful, spacious and clean, including the bathrooms. During the spring and summer, there is an outdoor patio out front which is where I was seated during my first visit.

Driving back from Montreal to Toronto, Kingston seemed like the perfect spot to stop for a late…read morelunch. We scoped out a few places and landed here for a change from the typical pub vibe, Italian pasta joints around the corner, or chains like Jack Astor's. We beat the lunch crowd, arriving just before 2 PM. Service was great--we were seated immediately and ordered a few tapas: some roasted Brussels sprouts and a selection of meat options including Persian BBQ lamb, achiote grilled chicken, and sticky pork ribs. The chicken was my least favorite, though it wasn't bad. Everything else was absolutely delicious and flavorful. I'd really like to come back another time for proper drinks--they have an impressive wine list and a nice selection of sangrias that caught my eye. Definitely worth a return visit if you're passing through Kingston.

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 restaurant is fantastic if you love seafood and really fresh food…read more They are all set up outdoors for a safe Covid-19 dining experience, and the service was excellent. It was a hot, hot day and we were there right at opening (5 pm). We had our dog with us, and she was welcomed and greeted just like a family member. The first thing they brought to our table was a bowl of water for her! We enjoyed oysters as a starter and they did not disappoint. There were 4 different types to try and we tried 3 of those. Sorry I don't remember the names anymore but they were plump and juicy, complemented perfectly with freshly grated horseradish and two house made dressings. For mains we ordered fish and chips and a poke bowl. We asked for the fish to be seared rather than battered, but it came battered and we ate it anyways. We are not fans of deep frying but the fish was delicious and by sharing it, it wasn't too rich for the palate (for us... who are not fans of anything battered). The poke bowl was delicious. We loved the suggested wine and it went perfectly with the meal, as the server said it would. We ordered an Eton mess for dessert, which was tasty and a good size for sharing. The bill was high but not shocking considering the oysters (we ate a LOT of oysters!), the freshness of the food and the overall dining experience. We did notice that both Google maps and Apple maps (and Yelp) had trouble with the address. It's not actually at the Sandbanks Park entrance which is what the maps show. It's actually close to the Isaiah Tubbs Inn.

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

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.

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.

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!

I went for a quick lunch while visiting Kingston for work. Visited Bar Mayla on a recommendation…read morefrom a friend and grabbed the Pork Belly and Beef Brisket tacos. Good sized portions for both (2 tacos per order) with a good amount of meat and toppings. Flavours really worked well together and were quite unique. I went a bit after lunch time so the place was busy but service was still great. Very nice ambience, although a bit small (although there's more upstairs which is their concept restaurant). I will definitely be back if I'm in the area and planning to check out Le Jardin upstairs on the next visit.

Was pleasantly surprised that this place was open during the winter. We had a good time here with…read moregreat service. You can have three tastings for free, although the absinthe would cost extra if you wanted to try any of those. We walked away with a bottle of the rye whisky and were debated on if we should get the empire cream. I still had a rather full bottle back home so...next time, when we pick up more rye. There's a full cocktail menu and I stole a sip of the rosemary mule. It was great, very refreshing. Anytime I'm in Clayton I will stop in here for a drink before heading to anywhere I'm going. Great place.

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!