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Block Three Brewery - This pic is from the back patio!

Block Three Brewery

4.6(12 reviews)
0.1 km
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I was a regular at Block 3 when I lived in Waterloo. Well, if I'm honest, I was there all the time…read moreand they should have charged me rent. You might think beer was my primary motivation, and in the beginning it was. Block 3 is a small batch craft brewery that delivers on tasty beer. They generally have ten to twelve beers on tap ranging from lagers, ales, sours and sometimes a stout. They are all delicious in their own right although drinking barrel aged fruited sours is an acquired taste in my book, but trust me try them and you may learn to love them. But why else should you go? There is limited food (it's a brewery not a restaurant), no TV's to watch the game, a steady stream of classic rock playing in the background, kids running around and a few dogs to greet you on the way in. To make matters worse the cell reception is awful, my wife always had a hard time reaching me. Hmm, maybe that's not all bad... What kind of place is this, anyway? It's a modern twist on an old fashioned FAMILY oriented brewery, that's what! There are plenty of board games to play, the local regulars are always happy to share some stories, and the staff are the coolest people around. They have a great Mug Club and if you are lucky you get your own hand-thrown pottery mug with your name on it! Very cool... As I mentioned in one of my check-ins, Block 3 is a benchmark craft brewery experience. I can't recommend this place highly enough,

Great addition to the area. Walk in and go downstairs…read more Nice selections, plus games available.

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Block Three Brewery
Block Three Brewery - Full board of beer! Pass me another Three Ring Circus...

Full board of beer! Pass me another Three Ring Circus...

Block Three Brewery - Great board today

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Great board today

Jack's Family Restaurant - Complimentary soup of the day that came with of the mains

Jack's Family Restaurant

3.6(85 reviews)
3.5 km
•$$

A casual spot that seems to cater mostly to seniors and families with young kids…read more Food (3/5) Hit or miss depending on what you order. The souvlaki (4.5/5) was a highlight -- generous portion with tasty meat, plenty of rice, and a salad included. Skip the fries though, they were disappointing. The lasagna (2/5) on the other hand fell flat -- it had a sour taste and the bread that came with it was more like toast than proper bread. Service (5/5) Friendly staff all around -- no complaints there. Atmosphere (3/5) Nothing special, but functional. Simple and laid-back. Water is served in plastic cups, which felt a bit out of place. If you go, stick to the souvlaki and you'll leave happy!

We went to jacks family restaurant after a long drive to ST. Jacobs. I had the bagel with fruit and…read morecream cheese and some ribs. The food was delicious. The ribs were tender and juicy and the sauce on them is amazing. The bagel was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The cream cheese was a nice addition and the fruit was pretty fresh. The service was quick and staff were friendly. Overall I would give this place 5/5. -MS Walking into this place we were faced with a 20min wait-which turned out to be only 5mins! Servers were nice and friendly but food coming out was a bit slow. My dish was ribs with the chicken fingers. The ribs were small but flavourful but the chicken fingers were amazing. Fresh cut and with a tempura style batter. I was so impressed because the restaurant is large but the quality of food (home made) was apparent. Nothing seemed frozen or mass produced. - SS

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Jack's Family Restaurant - Our food

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Jack's Family Restaurant - Garden Salad, Shrimps Souvlaki, Grilled Salmon with Baked Potato & Vegetables

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Garden Salad, Shrimps Souvlaki, Grilled Salmon with Baked Potato & Vegetables

St Jacob's Farmer's Market - Lineup for the fritters at 9am. 20-ish min wait

St Jacob's Farmer's Market

4.2(110 reviews)
3.2 km
•$$

A HUGE farmers market, that now spans over 3 buildings and outdoor market too. It is mostly…read moreoutdoors - so check the weather before going, and dress appropriately! Definitely wear comfortable shoes because there will be a lot of walking and standing because seating (although is peppered throughout) is limited. There's something for everyone here! From food to local art vendors -- it's a mix of different products. I especially like to support the real local businesses and farmers! I also recommend checking out the "The Mennonite Story" museum, located in one of the small buildings on the property. Inside you can learn about the Mennonite community and their impact in the area! Quite interesting history, and how they are still active today. Open Thursdays and Saturdays, it is a hot destination for tour buses and local retirement homes alike. Expect crowds here, but it's all a part of the experience. Give yourself time to find parking.

Came here on a late Saturday morning and was pleasantly surprised at the quality of vendors, and…read morethe number of people present. I had previously come by the market earlier in spring when it was less packed (and also still quite cold), and although it was a nice experience it was not as bustling and fun as during the late summer. There were vendors lined up across the area outside and all the shops inside were full of people browsing, shopping and enjoying the afternoon. If you can, grab an apple fritter nearby, you'll see the line up, and it's worth it! There are also food trucks, pony rides and an assortment of other things to enjoy your visit at the market. There were a few people busking and performing and it made the atmosphere quite pleasant to send a day. There's also plenty of fresh produce and local products. We picked up some items and happily had a great time at the farmers market. Definitely recommend coming here early to grab a parking spot if during peak Saturdays in summer months. The markets is also open Thurs

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St Jacob's Farmer's Market - Yummy cinnamon buns

Yummy cinnamon buns

St Jacob's Farmer's Market
St Jacob's Farmer's Market

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Olde Tyme Kettle Kitchen - White chocolate, chocolate-covered caramel corn, and caramel corn

Olde Tyme Kettle Kitchen

4.3(3 reviews)
3.4 km
•$$

The first time I did a staycation in Waterloo, I hit this outlet mall. I went upstairs and the best…read morefind for me was this store. I love a good store that sells candy, sweets, and more. First, I have a weakness for beer nuts. I ended up getting three bags for $12. You can get get them in pumpkin seeds, peanuts, and other varieties. Second, I love popcorn. I also ended up getting three bags of popcorn for $10. I simply remember getting the white chocolate and chocolate-covered caramel varieties. It is now a ritual for me to swing by this store and get some goodies. The beer nuts are yummy with the sweet honey coating on them. I also love popcorn and the flavours are yummy. During my last visit, I got the white chocolate, chocolate-covered caramel, and caramel popcorn. Yum! This store is located on the top floor. It also sells fudge, chocolate, sponge toffee, butter tarts, and more. I have tried the fudge. It's good, although I still have nightmares working at the fudge stand as a student at the Ex. If you feel like treating yourself to some sweets and snacks, this place is for you. (177)

This is the kind of place you wouldn't really go to unless you were already in this touristy…read morecomplex upstairs near Legoland. Nice selection of butter tarts, chocolates, fudge and coffee. A little pricy but if you're out for the day once in a while it's ok.

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Olde Tyme Kettle Kitchen - Beer nuts - peanuts and pumpkin seeds

Beer nuts - peanuts and pumpkin seeds

Olde Tyme Kettle Kitchen - Tarts

Tarts

Olde Tyme Kettle Kitchen

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