Very chill spot on King St. in Waterloo. We were there for a quick overnight trip to support an…read moreartist. I appreciate the emphasis on listening to the music rather than socializing with your table. The beer came in large servings and the prices were reasonable.

Great spot for jazz and food. Be sure to book online to ensure admittance. Walk-ins only when room.read more

Enjoyed a dinner with a larger group on a Friday night . The atmosphere was buzzing amongst live…read morejazz music . Plenty of selections on menu , but the standout for good value are the selection of pizzas , priced at $25. I enjoyed the Nat King Cole. There are plenty of other catchy names / varieties to choose from. Service was a little slow , however very friendly and gracious . This is a classic Guelph spot and I look forward to returning !

What a Guelph gem!! Live music & singing, eclectic but classy decor, good food & the staff was so…read moresmall-town friendly. Really glad we spent our Friday girl's night here! When we arrived ~9pm, there was a super talented and funny performer who sang, wrote her own songs, played the piano and music pad. Seriously a one woman band! She interacted with the audience too which was neat. As for the food, I ordered their ARTIC CHAR and it was *chef's kiss* cooked to perfection and all the roasted Brussel sprouts & orzo worked deliciously together. My friend got their SEAFOOD LINGUINI which she liked. Definitely would love to return here for a family night out or date night, I already have my eye out on their pizzas :) ALSO, Shout outs to the owner of the restaurant. She was sooo welcoming and noticed right away that we weren't their regulars and came to introduce herself. Made us feel like we were part of the family/town.

This is a true hidden gem in Toronto with an incredible, speakeasy vibe. The music is soulful! Very…read moretalented musicians. The service is on point as well. You step down into the basement and almost feel like you've stepped into a different time and place. They have a nice menu with various small plates and an extensive drink menu as well. I'd suggest a reservation in advance if you want a table, but I've been here with standing room only at the bar and that was also great! A very funky place!

We love the Reservoir lounge and used to come here all the time, but it became much more crowded…read morelately. People come here for music and for drinks, if you want food, pizza is your best choice. We tried all other items in the menu and didn't like any. Drinks are pricey but mostly good. Except for old-fashioned, it was really bad last time.

Jessica is a dynamic woman with unbelievable talent. I've consulted and trained with her over many…read moreyears on all matters music. Jessica is not only trained and accredited in what she does but she is extremely knowledgeable and her passion is like no one else. On the teaching side, no matter what my questions were or my abilities, she was and continues to be supportive and guides me accordingly. Don't be surprised if you get emails from her at wee hours - she is dedicated to being available to answer your questions (even my redundant ones). Jessica is great. She is receptive to the process - she hears your goals, provides you with advice on what to expect and is very realistic about timelines. On the performance side, she is just as remarkable to the ears. She is committed to excellence in all her performances and aims to ensure her audience is happy. I attended a wedding where she performed and she was truly, truly amazing. The guests were a pretty discerning crowd, and I can't say how many people told the family of the bride/groom that they had the best band and the best dance party they had ever been to. Good vibes, good energy, good music. I would recommend her for all your music needs.

From the owner: I offer live music for weddings, corporate functions, and all other special occasions. In addition…read moreto solo piano, I also offer a violin and piano duo, as well as live piano music with a painter. In addition to live music, I also offer private piano, music theory, and music history classes!

Came here for the jazz night around 6pm on a Saturday to celebrate a friends bday…read more The performance started about 15 min late. Note there's a coverage charge for this jazz section to be $15. I believe the next performance is about $25 around 7:30ish. This spot is pretty vibey and would work well as a date spot. Note: the views we got as a group of 8 is not that great Music was good as well and I noticed several servers went up to sing(not sure if singing is a hiring requirement but they're pretty good). We ordered tequila shots and some cocktails. I noticed the cocktails were pretty strong! They def did not skimp out on their liquor.

I really hate to offer up a negative review based on such a short visit, but I feel like I have no…read morechoice (and also that I need to warn people about the vibe and policies at Jazz Bistro). We arrived on time for our reservation and were reminded about the $20 per person cover charge, which was fine by me since it goes directly to the musicians. We were shown to a table that was very close to the stage, which was cool, but the way the table was placed meant that my back was to the stage, which meant I had to keep craning my neck to get a decent view. It was uncomfortable, to say the least. Add to that the extremely loud music and a lack of proper air conditioning and I was just suffering in my seat. But I was trying to be a trooper about it, so I ordered a Manhattan. The drink was pretty decent, but I was just so hot and so uncomfortable that finally I threw up my arms and requested the cheque. Our waiter was very apologetic but we were charged the full cover, which meant that with the drink and tip the bill came out to $77. $77 for a 26 minute experience is a little ludicrous. I can't say I'll ever return. One thing I'll say is that there's a reason jazz clubs usually have round tables. It's so unpleasant to have the band at your back, and I'm shocked that's the layout they're going with.

Want to get to know your fellow man? Stay at the Rex and not get a private room. Our first stay was…read morea trip. The room had no bathroom in it. A small bath across the hall and a bigger bath and shower at the end of the hall. Everything is clean and the toiletries are provided. Be sure to bring your own towel and wash cloth. No elevators, so we had a second floor walk-up. No bellhops. Carry your own bags. The rooms are very small with a sink and a tiny window a/c unit. Crazy part is we loved it here. A fabulous jazz bar/restaurant downstairs. It's conveniently located for our needs and it's one of the friendliest places in Toronto. 11/25

Decided to check out this place to end my solo trip. Ended up catching the early evening show and…read morehonestly, I had a blast! Got to listen to good jazz music and enjoy a drink. Staff were attentive, warm, and welcoming! Definitely recommend for those who enjoy great music and great com

This place is both a restaurant and a lounge. The lounge is just a guy at a piano dressed in…read moreshorts, he looked like he just came out of the pool and started to play. I am giving the food at the restaurant 3 starts, however, the speed of the kitchen gets ZERO!! The servers get 1 start. The food: the selection is not vast but it is nicely put together. There is something on the menu for everyone. Beef, chicken, gluten free which is rare to see on a mine so good for them. The servers: I was here two separate times for dinner and every time it seemed that they were understaffed. While the servers are friendly they wait so long to come and greet you or to take your order. The restaurant was never full but the service was always slow, slow, slow. The Kitchen: they take the cake and the icing. We waited 25 minutes for a Cesar salad! The lava cake desert which looked like it was frozen them microwaved took almost half an hour! All the main courses that we ordered were so slow it seemed to me that they were doing this on purpose! In summary the food is ok, but definitely not worth the wait!

I have been to this restaurant 3 times now as I have visited the hotel three times now. I have…read morealways got a tasty meal here. The chef just puts that little extra into every meal he prepares and it comes out great. My favorites here are the butter chicken and the Cornish game hen. For an appetizer, I would recommend going with the French onion soup.

Loved our stop here. Came for the scotch, of which they had a great selection…read more Our bartender was knowledgeable and happy to chat about what they had, and provide suggestions. We were there late on a Sunday night, so other than a few regulars we had the place to ourselves. They appear to get live music in, but we were too late to enjoy it. The place has patina. Dark and moody. Great music 'on the stereo '. Will return.

I could see this being a chill spot to frequent with a date or someone you want to have a…read moreconversation with. The place is quiet and all you hear is the jazz music playing. On the night I went, it felt like the Jazz version of a "Swingers" bar scene without the crowded bar. If you find the music to be too loud in the room it's actually being played in, just seat yourself closer to the front of the bar. You could just drink and listen to music all night, but the food was an added bonus. The waiter talked me into trying the burger with halloumi (cheese), and it did not disappoint. Good: -The Emmet Burger was tasty -live music -good vibes -expansive whiskey menu -the waiter was informative and friendly Bad: -no fault of their own, but it was very warm inside

One of my favourite breakfasts in town. I will go out of my way to get their chocolate chip…read morepancakes and highly recommend the upgrade for less than $2. Hot tip: if you want a variety, but don't have the appetite to eat 3 servings in one sitting, then order off the Kid's Menu. There's no age cap and it's a great way to get a little bit of everything without wasting food. I love the pancake, bacon and fruit option, and I add a side of toast (because nothing beats diner toast with strawberry jam!)

The food and service were great. Love the quiet atmosphere. A great place to meet friends for…read morebreakfast.