Lovely casual dining experience. Sarah was knowledgeable,…read moreinformative and enthusiastic. Brian produces innovative, tasty plates in a timely manner. Nice ambiance. We were even given complimentary digestives. Highly recommend you try it.

Booooring. Good service, typical boutique / tourist destination restaurant pricing (not cheap),…read moremostly small plate servings...but overall a disappointment. We ordered: blue crab hashbrowns (the only standout; would definitely order again, except that I won't likely return), salt roasted beets, brussel sprout caesar, scallops, and duck breast; then we both had creme brûlée and espresso. We tried the three white wines, one was a forgettable Chardonnay and the other two...were equally forgettable, notwithstanding being less common grapes. Only the duck was a main-size serving, and we only chose it because when we ordered there was only one order of scallops remaining (for a 5:30 seating!). I want to say "just as well" because the scallops and sauce were bland so we got to try something else...however the duck was not merely uninteresting but the red pepper sauce didn't complement and contributed nothing. The scallops were priced like a main but only four little guys on the plate, the one upside if we had both chosen them we'd have had room for another order of those crab hashbrowns. The beets were also dull, no idea why the word salt is in the name because it was absent from the dish. No tang to anything except the brussel Caesar. I've seen the brussel sprout restaurant renaissance of the last 10-15 years, this dish is pretty common now. This one was on a par with many others I've had but no improvement, and some might be put off: fully half the outer leaves are charred to the point of becoming a mouthful of ash. Not crispy, just dry ash. I guess that's different...and maybe this is the root of the problem. This restaurant makes a point of changing their menu constantly; not just seasonally, but weekly, even daily. So maybe they're just trying out stuff that pops into the chef's head. With the exception of the crab, every dish seemed to need something to make it interesting or appealing. The espresso was good, but the creme brûlée was another ill conceived concoction, with some kind of raspberry trifle thing on the bottom and the creme was a strange thick porridge-like texture and not quite the typical flavour. Last complaint: their self-description says Elevated Comfort. No. Mundane bistro look and ok seating, but that steep and poorly lit descent to the basement washrooms is the opposite of comfort. Hey, maybe we just picked the wrong items from their evolving experiment of a menu. The people are all nice, the service was good, and none of the food was bad...just meh.

Exquisite. Late night dining on the patio with perfect weather and excellent service. Chilled pea…read moresoup: Worthy. Pork jowls steamed in rice wine and black pepper: Unique. Seared sea scallops: Splendid. Albarino wine: Sublime. Go quickly, do not delay.

Found this restaurant through a Google search of best restaurants in Stratford. Decided to try it…read morebc there was Lake Erie perch on the menu. Met there with two of my cousins. We all ordered the perch. It was decent but not great, not sure if it was the batter or the way it was cooked or what ever, but it just was not among the best perch I've ever had. Came w fries that were huge and tasty. The service was very good. The restaurant was very busy. It's a cute diner. I will try it again next time I'm in Stratford bc there were a lot of interesting items on the menu.

5 stars! I'm from Toronto and everything blows my mind, the quality the value the drinks the…read moreatmosphere! Must get the striploin, trout and a cocktail. Will be back very soon!

Was great.... Now closed due to lamé owner Staff and chef…read morewere amazing! Owner not so much.

Yummy burgers here tried 3 so far! I do love the tacos…read morethough! Fish and chips was good, the fish here was good! Chips a bit dry.

Get rid of Steve…read more The unprecedented level of stupidity at this restaurant is beyond my words tonight We were seated at a bench by Steve. We had made reservations to dine inside and were told I've got two weddings parties and it's the best I can do .....why is this my problem? We were dipping wet from a thunderstorm which was probably the real real reason STEVE decided this was the best he could do We we're literally dipping and asked for a towel to dry ourselves At this point the pompous and arrogant attitude from Steve peaked as he produced a cloth and instructed my wife to wipe herself off first then maybe your husband band can wipe himself I struggle to maintain my reactions but there will be plenty Please stay tuned

In our group of four, we tried several dishes on the menu of the day. The appetizer shrimps were…read morefresh, of good size, and succulent. I loved the creative way to serve the sea bass crudo with sugar snap peas and ginger scallion; it was absolutely mouthwatering! Another fantastic appetizer was beef tartare, which was prepared with dandelion, anchovy, and pine nuts. To die for! The half lobster appetizer was another gem, served with lobster mayo, tomato, and basil. My friend loved her warm goat cheese. The star of the main dishes was the cavatelli with sausage ragu, broccolini, and pecorino. Crispy, sharp at moderation, and delicately seasoned! We concluded our epic dinner with an outstanding fraisier cake and 25-year-old tawny port wine! The restaurant offers a carefully chosen wine list to accompany the dinner. Overall, it was a great experience, including the attentive service. I highly recommend this restaurant!

One of the BEST dining experiences of the year!…read more I came for the first time last October. Our table of two had a reservation -- which is highly recommended. The place filled up fast! The cosy restaurant has lots of small tables, and some bar seating as well. Our server, Arbra (sp?), took such GREAT care of us. When she came to tell us about the menu, she paused to listen to my particular dietary restrictions and then went to check with the chefs in the kitchen. When she returned, she presented me with the menu showing mark-ups to indicate dishes that are no-go AND which dishes could be adapted just for me. There were still tons of options for me! I've never seen this type of service and flexibility before! I got to enjoy the meal completely worry-free. What we ordered: Cocktails -- Brooklyn, and Dark & Stormy Pig Head Terrine with zucchini relish, toast Salmon Tiradito with sweet corn, aji amarilo, cilantro Cold Roast Lamb with eggplant caponata, mint Hanger Steak with new potato, watercress salad Chocolate & Beet Torte with red wine poached plums and sorbet Everything was absolutely delicious. Every dish was beautifully plated and wonderfully balanced flavours. Whether hot or cold dish, every one was a surprise and journey. Especially loved the cold plates! Absolutely delightful. Can't wait to return!

Great place to start your day! Fantastic food! I loved the Juliet, which is a Benedict with Brie…read morecheese, bacon and avocado mash. Crispy hash browns on the side. I loved how crispy they were! Delicious latte too. Fun decor. Lots of tables and booths. The owner is a fabulous lady and she even waits on the customers. She gives stellar service. Spacious interior. The place is popular so get there early!

Very good food!! The…read moreservice is always good and served with a smile. It's a busy place so you know it's good!! I've been here a few times and have had the Ruben sandwich on gluten free bread and the pesto chicken sandwich. Both where top notch and I would order them again. The others with me had a range of items like fish n chips, wraps, bison burger, all very good and they were raving about it. When you are in town to see a Stratford Festival show you should pass by. Recommended!!

Popped in for a mid-afternoon snack and went with the beef nachos. It's a nice sized portion and I…read moreshared it with my wife. Plenty of cheese and ground beef and we added guacamoles. We really enjoyed . Our waterless was super nice as was the gentleman that delivered our food. It's one of the few places that are open all day. We enjoyed our snack and beers. Great place!

I dropped by with a friend before seeing a musical. The location is great, right in the heart of…read moredowntown Stratford and a short walk away from the theatres. The ambience is cozy with dim lights and comfortable booth seats. They are doing good business -- they were already filling up as soon as they opened, and by the time we left (around 1pm), they were completely full! I had wings, and my friend had the daily sandwich and pasta salad. While she was happy with the taste and portions of her food, I cannot say the same. The wings were quite overseasoned, so the overpowering flavour was salt, and the overcooked meat did not taste fresh. The price was reasonable, and the service was alright, though. The menu looked like it offered a good variety.

Amazing service and always love the seasonal menu. I've had large groups here and small family…read moredinners. It's my favorite place.

Went here for a birthday dinner. My husband ordered a capatelli bolognese. That was it. A large…read morebowl with a small portion. No garlic toast, no roll, no bread. No extra parm or pepper. Warm water with no ice. I ordered the seafood linguini. Ate at 7 pm. Barfing by 11:30. The only redeeming quality was the waitress was delightful