European cuisine: the best places to taste it in Burlington

5 restaurant menus in Burlington, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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West Plains Bistro
West Plains Bistro
86/100 (1804 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
European
French
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Canadian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Paninis
Lamb
Cheesecake
Bruschette
Fish & Chips
Shrimp
Pesto
Curry
Beef
Fish
Pork
Escargot
Schnitzel
Pasta
Cheesecakes
Salad
Crème Brulée
Carrot Cake
Crab
Fish & chips
Crepes
Risotto
Quiche
Mussels
French onion soup
Salmon
Beef Bourguignon
Sandwiches
Cakes
Crab Cake
Burger
Sit down
French
Canadian
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"delish lunch today at the Bistro have missed being there with my good friend Pat for almost 2 years...beautiful quiche with salad pot of yummy ginger..."
Vanessa Jurek
"Would definitely recommend! Atmosphere was nice and service was excellent. Our food was delicious! Can't wait to go back. Such a refreshing treat..."
Cynthia Carleton
"Since moving to Burlington we have tried different restaurants and this have become one of our favourites. We love the food and the atmosphere. The..."
Jody Colquhoun McBeath
"This is one of my moms favourite places to dine but I hadn't ever been....now it's one of my favourites. Everything was..."
Chloe Stone
"One of my favourite places ... amazing food ..fantastic service...and the atmosphere is such a great feeling place for celebrations � or to catch..."
Lori Lee
"5 minute drive from Aldershot Go Station. Great atmosphere and great service. Food is..."
Randy Maccollum
"Lovely surroundings and friendly staff. Food was fresh and high..."
Michelle Carney Matthews
"Amazing! This being our third visit, we have not been disappointed. Food was fantastic, service was nice (not pushy, or overly intrusive) over all..."
Andrew Orange
"We were there for lunch and it was packed so service was a little slow. Staff suggested next time we call ahead and our order would be ready when we..."
Carole Chalmers
"Great food & service. Parking is limited. Only complaint was the temperature in the restaurant - too..."
Joanne Tutolo
"This is my most favourite restaurant. Never been disappointed. Recommend to anyone who loves good food, great ambience and outstanding..."
Marianna Switchuk
"Great atmosphere! Staff was friendly, the food was perfect and the place was impeccable. Cozy vibe- but doesn't feel crowed. Will definitely visit..."
Diego Giraldo
"I went with my husband and daughter on Saturday evening and I'm so happy we did! The atmosphere was warm, inviting yet cool and sophisticated. The..."
Steph Dudley
"I had the pleasure of attending the West Plains Bistro for lunch on Friday of last week. I used to frequent this establishment quite often, always a..."
Noah Gould
"I’ve driven by this restaurant many times and never thought much of it. I decided to celebrate a special occasion here last evening on the..."
Joy McLaughlin
"Enjoyed a business lunch at West Plains Bistro. We ordered the escargot, crab cakes, daily soup, and two mains (mushroom crepe shown below). Overall..."
Kari Bee
"Came for my Nana's birthday, everyone loved their meals. Staff was exceptional, personable and knowledgeable. Will definitely be..."
Brittni T
"Went for lunch for my mom's birthday and it was perfect. Delicious food, excellent service, a nice atmosphere - we will definitely be..."
Rachelle van Popta
Max Resto Lounge
Max Resto Lounge
86/100 (906 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Beef
Schnitzel
Jambalaya
Croquettes
Pasta
Salad
Calamari
Risotto
Calamares
Salmon
Noodle
"My wife surprised me and took me here for my birthday dinner as she did some research and found this place highly rated. Wow wow wow! I think this is..."
Greg Pp
"Beautiful food, music and ambiance. One place where you can taste food from around the world accompanied by the perfect wine. Highly recommended. ..."
LaurieAnn Campbell
"My husband and I went here for our anniversary. I can't say enough great things. The service was by far the best at any restaurant I've been too. ..."
Kasper Four
"To the team at Max, Our experience at your restaurant has always been wonderful. As we can see sadly Covid - 19 has taken another great restaurant..."
Jesse Topliffe
"Decent food. They really seem to like sauces on their dishes. I prefer my food simpler. Two of our group's four meals came on plates so hot the staff..."
Kenneth Owen
"I normally find it difficult to fully relax and enjoy my experiences at high-class restaurants. For the price of the meal, there seems to always be..."
Bruce Robertson
"Friends of ours brought us here for dinner on a Thursday evening. Very personalized service from the owner himself and his daughter. Presentation of..."
Ken Veerman
Downtown Bistro & Grill
Downtown Bistro & Grill
85/100 (1229 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
International
International
Canadian
Vegan Options
European
Canadian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Pesto
Crab Cake
Shrimp
Fish
Tapas
Beef
Pork
Tacos
Ribs
Pasta
Salad
Crab
Torte
Scallops
Schnitzel
Calamari
Jambalaya
Risotto
Crepes
Mussels
Calamares
Cakes
Salmon
Burger
Bruschette
Sit down
International
Canadian
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Reservations
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Mid-range
"Had my birthday lunch yesterday. Delicious food...especially the seafood crepe, very friendly attentive service and lovely decor and ambience. Highly..."
Dawn Earnshaw
"Huge thanks to the staff at Downtown Bistro for helping make my parents 50th anniversary party such a huge success!!! All of our guests were..."
Jeff Robson
"Great portion sizes. Really tasty dishes. Celebrated my Mom's birthday! Great staff! We will..."
Wendy Isnor-Burtch
"Lovely patio. Friendly, authentic service. Great..."
Natalie Workman
"We had a wonderful Valentine's Dinner here. The food was awesome, and the staff was friendly and attentive. On a side note it is the perfect..."
Rosanna D'Alesio
"Excellent food. Great service. Cosy atmosphere. Shared the bread pudding for dessert and wished I had ordered my own. Lol. Was soooooo..."
Janet Gumbs Lashley
"Went this evening to celebrate my daughters birthday! The food and service was..."
Sylvonne Brousseau Milligan
"5th time coming to this place. Love..."
Chris Lloyd
"My favourite restaurant in Burlington, hands down. Always my first choice for date night and any special occasion or celebration. A must..."
Nicole Nykamp
"Amazing food and service - will definitely come..."
Heather Atkinson
"Phenomenal food and service will definitely go..."
Steven Lord
"GREAT PLACE TO DINEI would recommend to any of my family and..."
Elly Shef
"This is a quaint little restaurant that has a burst of flavour in their menu! I've gone there twice and was very pleased! Went today for their Taste..."
Sandy Gaidola
"Great meal, awesome flavors good size portions!..."
Kevin Upson
"This was our first time eating at Downtown Bistro & Grill, and we were very happy we made the stop!  We ate on the patio which is small in size but..."
Michelle McCormick
"I went here for my dining groups birthday dinner. We had 12 foodies in all.Atmosphere- Really lovely patio ( our group was too big for that) and..."
Theresa Black McCourt
"Still good. Last time I took my parents to this location it was called "Ivanka's downtown bistro" and we had a great meal. This time, it..."
Cliffblizzard
"After checking out several options in the downtown Burlington area (or the block around Village Square)we stumbled upon Downtown Bistro and Grill. ..."
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Barra Fion Tapas & Barrel
Barra Fion Tapas & Barrel
82/100 (884 ratings)
Restaurants
International
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Spanish
Spanish
European
Gluten Free Options
International
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp
Escargot
Salad
Meatballs
Calamari
Octopus
Mussels
Paella
Patatas Bravas
Calamares
Cakes
Bruschette
Fish
Crab Cake
Pork
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Toasts
Sit down
Spanish
Mediterranean
International
European
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Seating
Gift Cards Available
Table Service
Parking Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Live Music
Reservations
Dinner
Drinks
Mid-range
"Visited for the first time yesterday, attended a beer tasting event. Didn't really know about this place as I live in Oakville. The event was..."
Sam Fiorella
"The waitress brought us the lunch menu right as lunch had ended but we saw a few items in the lunch menu we really wanted so she went out of her way..."
Daniele Chantel
"I came upon this little gem when I was hired to DJ a wedding here -- the food was incredible, the staff was amazing, and the atmosphere is perfect!..."
Sarah Pituley
"I have been many times and its always consistently delicious and the servers are always great. Probably have been a dozen times and never had a bad..."
Stacey Clarence
"Amazing tapas. Our favourites were the smoked chicken empanadas and the bacon, goat cheese mussels. Sangria was good too. Will be back..."
Foodie
"This is a great addition to the Burlington dining scene. The whole family enjoyed the meal and there are so many varieties of food to share. We..."
Matt Vacc
"Tonight I took my daughter out for her birthday dinner. A friend had raved about this place and this was the perfect opportunity to share a special..."
Theresa Black McCourt
Ikea Superstore Restaurant
Ikea Superstore Restaurant
73/100 (418 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
European
European
Swedish
Scandinavian
Scandinavian
Swedish
Vegan Options
Breakfast
Lunch
Salmon
Fish & Chips
Fish & chips
Meatballs
Ice Cream
Fish
Salad
Sit down
Scandinavian
Swedish
European
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Breakfast
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