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!

Rust consistently delivers as needed and expected. Always a relaxing place for a local meal with an…read moreunpretentious vibe. Always our go to for a night out! Thank you Rust and staff!

Absolutely loved our experience here :) We were exploring Burlington, ON. and came across Saving…read moreThyme. First thing that attracted me was the full display of delicious pastries and desserts! This cafe has beautiful decor and seating area. Service was friendly and attentive! We shared a roast pistachio yogurt bowl and a smoked salmon paris-brest. Both very delicious! If you love sour lemonade, they make it in-house with 3 flavours to choose from. I also enjoyed the chocolate thyme bomb! I'll definitely come back to try the cinnamon one next time ;)

Such an amazing little cafe. As an American I was in wonder of the beautiful assortment of pastries…read morein the showcase. We arrived on a Friday morning about 9:30 and the restaurant got considerably more busy shortly after. We were greeted by the sweetest staff member explaining to us the different pastries like the inside out cinnamon bun with a cream cheese center. She was patient and so friendly! We sat to order our breakfast along with some of the pastries for dessert. The smoked salmon Benedict was perfectly cooked and spectacular! Those frites that accompanied them were equally delicious. My friend ordered the croissant sandwich with salmon, cream cheese, and cranberries. For dessert we had the coconut cream tart which reminded me of a coconut cream pie elevated to a decadent tart. We also had an almond croissant that was so crispy and delicious that I had to order another one to go. My cappuccino was perfectly prepared. The food here is amazing and the service is equally exceptional. Our server checked on us often and was a delight! I can't say enough about this place that would do it justice. I will definitely return the next time I'm in Toronto.

There menu is seriously impressive (not just the graphics eh). Most impressive was our ability to…read moreget some of the crazy pancakes as well as a traditional breakfast.

My partner and I came here for brunch. They tend to get a bit busy so I find it's best to go online…read moreto be waitlisted if needed. The service was relatively quick. We ordered the Simon Says with a side of Breakfast Poutine, Chicken & Waffle, Double Americano and Caramel Cappuccino. (a) Simon Says - Bacon, ham and sausage mix omelette with 3 cheese blend, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions and fine herb mayonnaise. It was served on a soft brioche bun. The fine herb mayonnaise created a creamy balance with the 3 cheese blend which complemented the bacon, ham and sausage mix omelette very well. The breakfast poutine is a must try. (b) Chicken & Waffle - Crispy Chicken Breast with BBQ sauce served with waffles and pur & simple potatoes. The chicken was crispy and seasoned well. The waffles were buttery and soft. Their pur & simple potatoes had a crispy crust which was great. I was quite disappointed with the portion as there was only one piece of chicken breast in this dish. The chicken was definitely not enough as I only got to eat with barely 1/2 of the serving of the waffles. It was 80% carbohydrates and 20% protein. Overall, the dishes were delicious. I'd love to come back and try their other breakfast dishes.

Visited this spot for Valentine's Day, as we've walked by it many times and wanted to check it out…read more The food was fantastic, atmosphere was great, and service was friendly!

Radius is typically our go-to spot, and we've always loved the food, so unfortunately this dinner…read morewas a bit disappointing. It looks like they've made some changes to the menu, and a few of our longtime favourites just didn't hit the same. The burrata was always one of our favourite dishes, but the new version is completely different. It was smothered in a very sweet peach/apricot sauce that completely overpowered the dish, to the point where you could hardly taste the burrata itself. The previous version with the figs was absolutely incredible, so I'm really hoping they bring that one back! The calamari was also very salty. The cook on it was still excellent, but the seasoning made it difficult to fully enjoy. We also ordered the seafood rigatoni and substituted gluten-free noodles. Unfortunately, this dish was not at all what we expected. The menu mentioned Chardonnay, so we anticipated a white wine-based sauce, but what arrived was a red sauce that was extremely spicy. It felt like there may have been a very heavy hand with the chili flakes, and again, the heat completely overpowered the other flavours. The seafood itself was cooked very well, but the sauce really missed the mark for us. Overall, it was a disappointing dinner at a restaurant we normally love. I'm going to chalk it up to an off night because our previous experiences at Radius have been so good, and I would still return based on those dinners. The service was as always consistent and great. That said, if this had been my first visit, I honestly don't think I'd be rushing back. Hopefully some of the previous dishes make their way back onto the menu!

Went for a late breakfast. Staff were friendly and attentive. Wifey had an omelette with potatoes…read moreand wheat toast. Omelette was large with spinach and feta. I went with the pancake stacker. Two pancakes, bacon, sausage and potatoes. Pancakes were delicious. We hit the place right before the lunch rush. Place was clean and bright. Recommend without any reservations.

Came here for brunch with a friend, decided to share a savory dish and a sweet dish. We got the…read moreMexican hash and Cinnabon cake. I loved the Mexican hash! The guac added a nice creamy texture and the tomatoes + spicy peppers balanced out the potatoes with a refreshing taste. The Cinnabon cake was a very creative take on pancakes. The pancakes were big flat cinnamon buns with infused icing. Overall I thought the food was great and well priced. The waiter was very friendly and attentive as well. My one complaint is that the table and some of our plates weren't the cleanest so we had to constantly ask for new cutlery and plates.

The food and service was great. The waiter figured out I'm keto when I was asking for substitutes…read more(which I am) and he gave suggestions for my meal. We sat on the balcony and enjoyed the sunset

Spencer's at the Waterfront delivered a really enjoyable dining experience, with a few standout…read moredishes and excellent service. The highlight of the meal was definitely the oysters. They were incredibly fresh, a great size, and absolutely delicious. At $4 each they're definitely on the pricey side, but if you're planning a visit, Wednesday after 5 p.m. is the best time to go for their half-price oyster special. We also ordered the burrata paired with their focaccia bread, which was very good. While it wasn't the best burrata I've ever had, it was still a solid 4/5 and worth ordering. The bread alone was very tasty and fresh. The truffle parmesan fries were a bit of a letdown (3/5). They came topped with a very thick, mayo-based sauce that wasn't the most appetizing. I think I'd have enjoyed them much more if the sauce had been served on the side for dipping, but that's just my personal preference. The cocktails were a mixed bag. The Sunset Skies was easily our favourite and one I'd happily order again. Unfortunately, the High Noon wasn't for me--it had a very floral flavour that I found unpalatable. What really made the experience exceptional was the service. Our server was incredibly attentive and noticed that I hadn't touched my High Noon cocktail. Without hesitation, they offered to replace it with another drink of my choice and removed the original cocktail from our bill. That level of attentiveness and customer service really stood out. Overall, the food was enjoyable, the cocktails had a standout winner, and the service was outstanding. I'd definitely return, especially for the oysters on Wednesday evenings. Service was a 5/5.

Nice hotel with a good pool!…read more I enjoyed this hotel over Canada Day and service was great. Rooms are the current standard Courtyard look, so I think that the hotel was refreshed fairly recently. Next time I visit for pleasure I look forward to returning here, though I hope that they install a car charger by that point!

I am giving the place 4 stars because of the following- checked in to a double queen room last…read morenight and when we walked into the room it reeked of cigarette smoke. Went back to front desk and hostess Christie was extremely apologetic and immediately gave us a new upgraded room which exceeded our expectations and complimentary breakfast. She was very busy handling an influx of guests and handled everything very professionally. Need more people like her. Bed was fantastic and pillows were great, room was super clean. Girls at breakfast counter were friendly and helpful. Cook behind breakfast counter was great as