Magical little vegan girl powered bar/restaurant in Waterloo. There is street parking around. Cool environment on a hot day. Sunlight from the windows coming during the day. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I went for lunch, but there are djs the evening. Loads of vegan options. I ordered a Caesar salad and chick'n burrito (which was grilled). Both good. My standout was the cocktail I ordered: abracadabra. Rum, matcha, lime juice... refreshing, well balanced. I ordered two! I'll be back for sure. read more

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Great spot, hidden on the back alley by the princess cinema and a really cool vintage shop. The cocktails were killers.

Gotta give this dive bar a well deserved 5 stars if for no other reason than their attention to beer detail. Wood Brothers, Badlands, and Third Moon? Impossible lineup to beat, especially since Arabella Park self destructed read more

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Solid option in uptown if you want fun vibes. Food is good for Waterloo; I'm just happy that the entire menu is vegetarian! Last time I went, I had a mocktail and the munch wrap, both of which were delicious. The pear and walnut salad is also really good--one of the few vegetarian salads that actually felt worth the money! read more

Came with group of 3 on a Wednesday night a few weeks ago for dinner. We had a red sangria pitcher, and ordered some carby dishes (coconut curry, antojitos, quesadilla). Service was decent, food came a bit slowly. Antojitos and quesa were decent. Curry was alright - had some weird texture. Sangria was good (but you really can't get that wrong). Divey vibes - I remember it being less divey before, but I guess it's been awhile since I was last here in ~2014. Good option when you have a vegan/vegetarian in the group, but I think there are better food options in Uptown. read more

Solid vegetarian food. Got the eggplant parm sandwich and it was extremely fresh. I would have liked there to be a bit more eggplant in there, but everything else was amazing! Also, some hella strong cocktails. Def recommend. read more

Theme - The 70s are back! Decided to go out for a couple of drinks to check out this place. Since I had heard so many good things, I had a pretty high expectation going in and they did not disappoint. The vibe is great for a chill evening out, and I definitely was digging the different lamps and art work they had everywhere. Since they boast about their cocktail menu, decided I'd try an Old Fashioned and my partner tried a Strawberry & Creme cocktail. The only reason they lost a star was because of the Old Fashioned. I mean the Old Fashioned was decent and cheap (compared to most bars in the area) but the bourbon tasted watered down and it was served with cubes of ice rather than a single sugar cube (dilutes the drink, which is a big no no). The Strawberry and Creme was really good and it's a great fruity drink if you're into that. Our friends tried spanakopita and absolutely loved it. The service here is just outstanding! I mean they our waitress was just so friendly and attentive and usually at bars, it's hard to find good service. Like I said, if it wasn't for the Old Fashioned going wrong, this place would've got 5 stars. I would highly recommend it for a chill out and grabs drinks kinda night and I'll definitely be going back. read more

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Dope atmosphere. Excellent decor. Fun menu + live music. The joint you'd go to with a friend if you wanted something eclectic and casual.

UPDATE, FEBRUARY 2013: I was pretty disappointed with my most recent experience here. I used to love JB as evidenced below, but maybe things aren't managed as well as they used to be. The waitress focused solely on an 8-top and ignored my two-person table for over 35 minutes. It might have gone on longer but we left at that point, in favour of the sublime DVLB. The large table was disruptive, noisy and acted like high schoolers (men wearing neon bras over their clothes) and made the entire place way too loud. No one asked them to keep it down. After two rounds of drinks, we would have liked to order appetizers and more cocktails, but we were completely forgotten. Not sure when I'll be back to JB. OLD REVIEW, 2012: Man, I love this place. The food is fresh and lovely, from an amazing veggie menu that offers something for everyone. I love their drinks, too, especially the Sweet Jane and the Calamity Jane. The servers are friendly and not pushy, which I like, and you can have a nice drink with some snacks for a good price. read more

So I'm working my way through every restaurant on "you gotta eat here" and this one doesn't disappoint!! Mediterranean dip app was garlicky goodness. Chickpea curry was delish. Pulled tofu quesadillas were awesome. But for me - the star or the show was the cocktails!! Watermelon with gin and mint ... Peach with .. Something .. I don't know, but they were both absolutely outstanding!!! Great friendly staff. Great food. Fun atmosphere. Can't wait to go again read more

I think I've found a new favourite in Uptown Waterloo. I went here with a friend of mine a week or two ago as I'm in my final year at Waterloo, and I've decided to be adventurous and try all those places I didn't even know about in 1st year. I'm now sad to discover I could have been indulging in this place for years, but alas - better late than never! The place itself isn't lots to look at - it's cute, quaint, but it has character. The staff were extremely friendly and welcomed any questions about the menu. I ordered the eggplant parmesan and a water (I was driving, so I'll have to revamp my review once I try one of their cocktails!). I've had eggplant parmesan before, but I'd say this is probably the best I've had - if not then definitely top three. Served as a sandwich, it was super flavourful and came with the marinara sauce on the side which I loved as I'm not a fan of soggy bread! The place itself was quiet as we were there on a Tuesday night around 7pm, way before the bar crowd would get there. If you're looking for a quiet dinner then I'd say come around that time, and stay tuned for part two once I check out their cocktail menu! read more

No reservation needed for a cute patio out back. Staff are incredibly friendly and food was amazing. Appetizers were huge, which was a plus since most restaurants skimp out on apps. Had the vegan fried chick'n sandwich which was great (which is saying a lot because Im not normally vegan). Will be back again! read more

Best veggie in town! Small, dark, and cavernous is made up for by trendy (really cool art on the walls), retro, and delicious. Menu spans black bean burritos to curry-infused soups; everything is excellent. They have a limited, but creative, beer selection. Someday I'll write a full review. read more

I wish I knew about this place sooner! Great chill atmosphere at night, perfect for hanging out or catching up with friends. Great drink and beer selection. Crisp Tofu Fritters were fantastic. Definitely would want to come again! read more

Amazing fresh vegetarian food. They know how to make vegetarian food and get that it can still taste great without the meat. Tons of craft beer choices. Good service. read more

best beer and vegetarian options in town! the servers are always great too especially zach! would recommend to all my friends

Probably the best spot in town to be social. Any place willing to paint its walls orange, and then offer a strobe light, a disco ball, and candles as the only light in the room will get an A+ in my books. This is especially so in KW, which is otherwise obsessed with the pubs and taverns as places to see and be seen. Very affordable prices, great music, and no TV (yes!.) read more

Great food for sure being Vegan it was good to not feel restricted in menu options. Ambiance has a lot to be desired too dark and too loud for an intimate dinner date that I was hoping to have. read more

Jane Bond is cool, calm, collected, has good taste in music and drinks, and doesn't think too highly of herself. I visit her every time I go to Waterloo. We still hang out. The typical description I use is "Jane Bond was a cool hipster bar, before hipsters knew about bars". It's actually a vibe unlike any other bar, even in hipster centrals like San Francisco. It might be the layout, or the music, or the lighting, I seriously don't know, but it feels very Jane Bond. Props to the plentiful bathroom capacity. Pro tips: * closed on Monday nights (not that you would..) * patio out back for the summer * apparently the food is good (hearsay) read more

Went there in Jan 2017 on a buisness trip. Loved the food and ambience.

I went to Jane Bond at afternoon for food and some cocktails. Awesome service and nice retro vibe. Their cocktails are worth giving a shot. Oscar Wilde was stronger than expected. I had the jerk burrito for food. It was alright, but it definitely needed more flavor to it. Unless you are a vegan, food might disappoint a bit. Then again, wonderful place if you are a vegan. read more

Really cool local place which truly engages the charm of uptown Waterloo... I only wish the staff inherited the same virtues. Upon arriving and taking a seat, the waiter came over for us to only assume, take our order. Instead we were greeting my snarky remarks and a demand for our id. As someone who has watched uptown grow and strive this was not my ideal impression of an establishment I had such high hopes for. read more

Jane Bond is my go to bar in Waterloo, hell I'm hesitant to review it for fear it will get busier but it's such a quality place they deserve the business. Jane Bond is what I call the 'hipster' bar of Waterloo. What I mean by that is that it's got the different and creative atmosphere I look for in a bar and the unique crowd to match that make life interesting. On top of this the food is actually fantastic and they feature a unique selection of beer on tap and in the bottle. The bar tenders and wait staff are always super friendly and helpful and the DJ is always dropping some great indie tracks. If you want to get away from the douchey culture of many of the other bars in Waterloo and immerse yourself in a fun and interesting place with neat people and good food and drinks then give Jane Bond a try. read more

The food at Jane Bond is excellent and the attention to detail is exceptional. The mixed drinks are unique and the beer selection is great. The vibe and aesthetic make this the coolest place in Waterloo by far. Staff is always friendly and helpful! If you're planning to go for drinks on a weekend, get there early in the night, because the tables fill up quickly and it's not a great place for standing around with drinks. read more

One of my favourite places to get a drinking the city. I've only ordered off the late night menu- the antijitos are A+. The cocktails are not boring but not full of unknown ingredients either. Prices are totally reasonable. Staff is awesome. After 10pm on Friday and Saturdays there's a DJ spinning background music and it gets kind of loud. Good for small groups or couples. Small patio space in the back. Retro decor and unisex bathrooms. Love Jane Bond! read more

Recently went to Jane Bond with a group of friends and was skeptical about the veggie menu, but in the end was pleasantly surprised. The staff was friendly enough, without being over bearing. The restaurant has a cool vibe and plays on the 60's lounge theme. The menu has tons of great options with really decent prices. I ordered the Fat Ass Grilled Cheese with the daily soup special, and I can honestly say, it was the best grilled cheese I have ever eaten. The attention to detail is appreciated, as even their ketchup is fresh and seasoned to compliment the dish. Others at my table ordered the Coconut Curry and Burritos, and shared similar reviews of their food. The portion sizes were also great. The only reason for my less than perfect score is the music. We happened to go in Thursday night when we were promised Hip Hop, and Funk, however the DJ was playing very strange electronica. Also, the volume was too high to carry on a conversation, which for a restaurant is important. read more

I usually love this place but on my last visit I found the service to be horrible. We waited a half hour to order, and another hour for our food to come, unsurprisingly our waitress didn't check on us once. When we got the bills I noticed our server forgot to split a pitcher a few of us had shared, and put the entire price on my bill. While trying to get her attention I was ignored to much more pressing matters of her needing to take a shot with a group of friends at the bar. When she returned I politely pointed out the mistake and asked if she could split it, she immediately got defensive and rudely told us that we never told her to to split it between, although 1.she never asked and 2. She didn't have any problems remembering who ordered the pitcher when handing out drinks. Regardless I told her who we'd like to split it between and she told me (rudely) that it's not possible to split an item on the bill. However, after some arguing with a friend of mine she miraculously managed to split the bill. Overall not impressed. read more

I went there, waited for 20 minutes before I went to the bar and asked for a menu. The bar tender said, "all we have is nachos".... So I left. Wouldn't waste my time with this place... Seems like a hangout for staff and their friends. read more

Delicious food! They have this vegan curried cauliflower dish that is my absolute go to every time I go. And on the off chance they bake their vegan chocolate cake... SO good. Love the vibe, atmosphere. Variety of music. Super fun place! read more

This place is delightful. I was here on a visit to Waterloo and I wanted to bring it back home with me to Halifax. I didn't get to try the food - but I really dug hanging out here for a glass of wine. Wine selection was pretty good, service was great and the decor and music were all kinds of my jam. I'll definitely stop by again on my next trip. read more

One of my favourite places. Food is bursting with flavour and the beer selection is amazing. SO MANY GOOD BEERS. So many. And so much good food. Oh man. read more

15 years ago, first place I came to in town from the US. Been our go-to for date nights, healthy but yummy veg food, fun cocktails, enough beer for a beer snob, and a killer cool atmosphere. We are in our 50's and it is still our favourite bar. A little weird that our 20 year old son also now likes it with his friends- but it does allow for a truly diverse crowd. read more

Awesome (vegetarian) food, funky atmosphere, fantastic service. Put on your cool hat and stroll in for a great evening.

Great space, great beer, great food! The eggplant parm and coconut curry are amazing. Service is always great despite it being kind of busy most nights. These guys really care about their customers. I haven't been there on the weekend, yet, I definitely want to go when they have music going on. read more

The service was really terrible. The waiter was exceptionally rude to me more than once. While this had been a favorite late night spot for me in the past I won't be returning. read more

The service was terrible, the staff were arrogant. I came to eat at the restaurant for my friend's birthday dinner. The waitress allowed us to keep the cake in their refrigerator which I thought was quite kind at first, but as the night progressed it became apparent how terrible the service really was. The waitress (who was apparently also the owner) was very pushy and exceptionally rude while taking our orders as well as when serving us. Due to the awful service, we decided not to cut the cake at the restaurant but rather back at home. When we were paying for our meals, the owner made a snide comment about how splitting up the bill was robbing them of their money because she didn't include the gratitude fee (even though the cost of our meals was much greater than the gratitude fee). In addition to this she was also very pushy (and I mean in a physical way) rudely pushing each of us aside after we had paid at the machine. Fed up, I only gave her a 10% tip b/c frankly I don't believe she deserved anymore than that. As I walked away to join my friends, she came up behind me and made some nonsense comment about booking at two restaurants and only giving her a 10% tip. When my friend went to speak to her about her attitude towards us, the women physically began to shove my two friends out of the restaurant, and made a rude comment about how in Canada this is how it works (my friend is from London, UK). It's a shame that the service was so terrible because the food was quite delicious. I suggest the Chef pack up and go to a restaurant where the customers are treated well enough to want to return. read more

I am not a vegetarian and neither is my boyfriend. This is our favourite restaurant :) We have been here together probably 5-6 times now. Every time, we start with the Mediterranean dip. Every other time we alternate between the Lentil Cashew burger and something new. My boyfriend gets the side of soup all the time and they have all been great. And we share a pitcher of sangria every now and then :) I've personally been here about 10 times now. The staff is always friendly and cool. read more

This is my go to place to bring my friends. The staff are super friendly, almost everything can be veganized, and the atmosphere is groovy. They have free records to take home as well! The jerk tempeh burrito vegan style is stellar. A great uptown hang out spot. read more

My roommate and I loved this place! Shocking since neither of us are even CLOSE to being vegetarians. We split the nachos I believe and I had the kale salad which was massive and very filling. read more

SO amazing. Best food, service and atmosphere in Waterloo! The enchilada and tofu fritters are a personal fav. Good music, good people and good drinks! read more