After visiting the Waterloo Region Museum, it was around 2 pm and I needed to get some lunch. With…read morethe recent heatwave affecting Ontario, I have been eating fairly light and surprisingly healthy. I decided to check out uptown Waterloo. I didn't know much about it and decided to drive around. I saw Copper Branch and knew that I needed to go there. I saw the flashing neon open sign, found a parking lot close by, and pulled into it. The closest Copper Branch to my home is in Brooklin. I was thrilled to find that there is one in Waterloo. I was quickly greeted by a friendly female at the counter. I knew what I wanted to order. I got the portabello burger (I have had it before and have a weakness for all things portabello) and nachos (my good friend let me snack on a few a while back, but I wanted to experience the whole enchilada... or should it be nacholada?). I then needed a drink. I normally get one of the natural colas, but I didn't feel like a sugar rush. I asked the woman if she knew which beverage had the least amount of sugar. I knew that San Pellegrino would be fine, but I didn't feel like fizzy water. She recommended the coconut beverage. As much as I love all things coconut, I had a feeling that it had sugar in it. Sure enough, it had 19 grams! Luckily, her colleague came to the rescue and suggested getting the Steaz iced peach mango green tea. It is sweetened with stevia. Yay! At any Copper Branch, you order, pay, and find a table. Your food comes to you. My meal, including tip, came up to $30. It does get a bit pricey for decent vegan food. I don't mind it. Sure enough, the woman who helped me with my sugar-free drink came with my nachos and portabello mushroom burger. The burger was fabulous. The portabello was meaty and grilled to perfection. I loved the garlicky mayo. I am not a huge fan of zucchini, but grill them as slices in a burger and I'm fine. This burger was scrumptious. The nachos were amazing. I loved the cheeze, black beans, and cubed veggies. The dairy-free sour cream and guacamole were amazing with the nachos chips. I ate everything up. The place has a relaxed setting. It was nice to unwind and enjoy my food. The washrooms are clean. Essentially, they are gender-neutral. I am so happy that Copper Branch is close by the hotel. I am definitely coming back when I crave decent plant-based food. (245)

The food is expensive & mediocre. My vegan chicken tacos had barely any pieces of chicken. They…read morewere tiny cubes hidden under all this sauce and majority of it was coleslaw. My smoked tempeh sandwich had none of the provolone cheese it was supposed to have. They forgot my cinnamon bun and the pumpkin spiced latte was bland with no sugar. I paid over $50 for this meal and honestly I should have just ordered from cafe pyrus...

Magical little vegan girl powered bar/restaurant in Waterloo…read more 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.

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

very nice food place, staff are kind and good is clean. wait time is a bit king thoughread more

From the owner: Indian Restaurant in Waterloo, Ontario. Right beside Waterloo University inside the University…read moreplaza.

The place was really nicely set up on the inside. It had nice vibrant decorations that light up the…read moreroom. I got their Happy Hour Special which consisted of a Large Strawberry Banana Smoothie for $5.99 (the happy hour runs from 2pm-5pm). The smoothie is made with fresh strawberry, banana and yogurt. The quantity was reasonable for the price. However I felt that there wasn't much strawberry in the smoothie compared to banana. Overall a good visit.

The other day, I wanted to get something from Freshii for dinner and eat back at my hotel room. I…read moredid a search on my GPS and found this location. This Freshii is in a small plaza with a limited number of parking spots. Folks need to look back before pulling out of a spot! As I was backing into one, a woman tried backing out, which could have hit my car! Luckily, nothing happened. There are a number of eateries here that cater to the university crowd. I walked in and had to wait before placing my order. There were three staff members working hard. I ordered a Zen bowl with tofu. It's essentially brown rice and a bunch of veggies in a green coconut curry sauce, sprinked with coconut flakes. I loved this bowl. It was light and flavourful. There was a lot of it. I actually saved half of it for dinner the following day. I'd come back here again, as it's fairly close to my hotel. Just take care when pulling in and out of the parking lot (246)

A bit pricey, but pretty good restaurant in Waterloo! Probably the best high-end one…read more It really feels like the chef caters to each meal well... I'm from Toronto, and you tend to lose this at very busy restaurants. You could tell the food was well prepared here based on the flavour and presentations of all our meals. Food - 4.2/5 - I got the Salmon and it was really tasty. Healthy but flavourful, and something I'd definitely get again! Service - 5/5 - Our waitress was super friendly and was really attentive Ambiance - 5/5 - Upscale, classy, but comfy.

Had an amazing experience at Wildcraft Grill + Long Bar -- this spot absolutely delivers on both…read morevibe and flavour. We started with the bruschetta, and it was packed with fresh, vibrant flavours on perfectly toasted bread -- a great way to kick things off. The steak was cooked exactly right, juicy and full of flavour, topped with crispy onions that added the perfect crunch. Every bite felt elevated but still comforting. And then... dessert. That warm, caramel-drizzled creation topped with whipped cream and toasted almonds was next level. Rich, balanced, and honestly the kind of dessert you don't want to share. The atmosphere is stylish but relaxed, making it perfect for anything from a casual dinner to a night out. Service was on point -- attentive without being overbearing. If you're in Kitchener and looking for a spot that consistently hits, Wildcraft is a must.

I think this is a great place to get lunch or dinner…read more Service has always been very very good here. The place is nice inside and the food is very tasty. The venus dip is something we always get when we go and I love the Pad Thai from here. My girlfriend always enjoys this place as well and has tried more of the menu then i have. They have good soup of the day choices and lot of desert to choose from. This place isn't cheap but is very good. One of my fav places to eat in kw

I recently tried Raintree Cafe for the first time. It's located right beside where I work and I was…read morevery curious about it so I stopped in during my lunch hour. The decor is quite nice. The wooden coasters are nice but they do chip on the sides if you touch them, so I'd advise not doing so. The big chalkboard with specials is a great way to advertise. I had the jackfruit and carrot wrap but was surprised by the amount of cauliflower in it. It wasn't exactly what I was expecting. The meal did come with a salad which should be on the menu because I almost ordered an appetizer to split with my coworker which would have been too much food.

This review is for the Cafe Pyrus Outpost location. Also, Cafe Pyrus has moved to a new King Street…read morelocation recently. I came across the Outpost location while walking along one of KW's many walking paths and had to check it out. I've been following Cafe Pyrus on Instagram and had the restaurant saved on Yelp for a while but hadn't had the opportunity to go since I'm never in that area. I think the new location is a lot more accessible and the outpost is really great. I also discovered it's the meeting place for a community walk and talk which is nice. I was out walking my dog and the staff offered her a treat which I though was so kind. Definitely is a dog friendly spot and they have picnic bench seating available if you choose to stay there to enjoy your treat(s). The Outpost had drinks, snacks, and assorted baked goods. It can be a little difficult to read the board, but the staff are very friendly and will help recommend something great. I opted for a coffee and a Nanaimo bar which was heavenly! Usually I stay away from Nanaimo bars (even though they're my favourite) because of the insane amount of dairy in them, so finding a vegan option made me so happy! My boyfriend opted for the sausage roll and he couldn't even tell it wasn't meat. He loved it so much he went back and got a second one. Since then, I've been back once again and opted for a chocolate croissant and coffee the second time. The chocolate was amazing and the croissant itself was flakey but the flavour wasn't my favourite - just a personal preference, you may love it! If you're looking for a vegan and/or gluten free option, this is the place for you! Even if you're not, everything is delicious and you should check it out!

This place has lost the vibe it had at the last location. Very sterile, no interesting current…read moreart. Very different from what it used to be. Won't be returning.

I LOVE Ethiopian food. It's my favorite back in Seattle. I don't have a choice but Muya in…read moreKitchener. I have only gotten from them three times despite living here seven years because it's always a disappointment. We ordered online for pickup and unfortunately my husband didn't look before making the twenty minutes trip back home. I had ordered gluten free injera as noted online ($3 extra). Luckily the ingredients are listed because I have food sensitivities and I can't have wheat or barley. I specifically asked for gluten free and now I can't eat it. Also, we got two combos with all different foods and nothing is labeled. So frustrating!

Fresh, made to order and excellent service eat out or dine in…read more 3 is perfect for the veggie platter.

This is by far my favourite cafe to come to. The staff are quite friendly and are fun to talk to…read more The interior is cozy and has lots of table space. The best part of this place is their food menu. A lot of vegan and vegetarian options for such an affordable price. I usually get one or two items just to try and so far, they're all quite good! I'm always satisfied with my visits here. Will definitely come here a lot more in the future! :)

Cheap food. Great staff. Good quality. Chill ambiance. Got the chickpea burger for $2.75, had a…read morechoice of 4 toppings (spicy cream cheese, coleslaw and spicy hummus were amazing). Free wifi. Spacious. Soft music. Won't kick you out even if you don't buy anything. Everything is vegan. Has a little gift shop area at the rear. Fresh market at 3pm. Will keep visiting during the school year for great service, warm vibes and wholesome food.