Canadian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Kitchener

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Akumagba Irene

"I absolutely ❤️ love the vintage vibes and the speak easy prohibition drink menu. The fried brusslesprouts totally melt in your mouth and words..."

Mallory Germann

"If you like craft beer, gourmet cocktails, and amazing food then this place is for you! Our hotel recommended it to us. We wanted a late night snack..."

Janet Boileau

"Top notch service. Julia and Vanessa took good care of my wife and I. The peppercorn burger was crusted with peppercorns, and the sweet potato fries..."

Kelly Hornblower

"I just want to thank the staff at the restaurant, The experience was amazing the food was amazing the staff was so friendly and helpful. I could not..."

Robyn Germann

"Great customer service, vibe and dishes!! The apps seen in the pictures were so good and so was dinner but I forgot to take pictures. The rice..."

Jess Ie

Red Lobster

76/100 (3463 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This is the best restaurant I have tried so far. Lobsters here is so good. I went there 3 times and tried lot of dishes. Lobster pizza is signature..."

Prasenjit Saha

"I go to this location a couple times a month because I really enjoy the food.Their Caesars should be famous... They have the best Caesar I have..."

Janine Laing

"Red Lobster. It was a FABULOUS lunch! The 4 course meal for $18 is a great deal! I had dessert and buns wrapped up for an afternoon snack. The..."

Barb

"Delicious, worth spending a little extra on..."

Janine

"We only go for the specials and it's worth it!. We usually go for the 4 course $18 special (soup,salad,main dish, dessert) and of course LOBSTERFEST!..."

Mlee

"Worth it. No complaints here just make sure you go at the right time. Everything was hot, good portions and fair prices. I enjoy my meal and will be..."

Ron Ashley

"I went there to take advantage of the endless shrimp promotion. I was hoping the coconut shrimp were among one of the shrimp plates eligible but..."

Hearsay

"Pleasent food and excellent service :) I recommend the king crab..."

RestaurantAddict

"I had basically the same thing as last time so I don’t have too much to add. The one main difference this time was that I asked for green beans..."

The Finicky Foodie

"Overall, it was a great experience. The waitress was nice and offered prompt service. The 4 course meal for $18 is definitely a steal. If I'm coming..."

Anney

"There was so much food, amazing tasting and I love the cream coconut sauce for the battered shrimp. So good. The manager and our server were amazing..."

Tina M.

"The location of this restaurant is beside the highway convenient but not that happening. As any other red lobster’s the menu is delicious. Love the..."

Sanal Kamal

"Update...we went in right before this new Jan 2022 lockdown and had an amazing dinner. We shared appetizers: tuffed mushrooms and lobster bisque and..."

Sandy T

"Solid service and delicious food that lived up to the expectations. Would return again, even if it was just for the unlimited complimentary biscuits..."

April May June

"Went there yesterday for lunch! We got the crispy shrimp kung pao and the crispy thai shrimp. The portion size was REALLY good, and the food itself..."

Fariha Mehdi

"I have always loved this restaurant and my partner loves it now, too. Great food, good atmosphere, friendly and personable staff, and the amazing..."

Steph Hermer

"My visit today with my children was perfect from stepping in the restaurant to leaving the restaurant. They are very family oriented. The staff is..."

B K

Mccabe's Irish Pub & Grill

76/100 (2183 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Awesome pub. One of the best around kw. Awesome tunes. Great patio. Delicious homemade..."

Tim Halley

"My favourite place to grab a bite to eat. Great place to meet up with friends, and love everything I have tried on the..."

Wesley Hart Vandermeer

"Have a great time there every Monday night for Trivia with my amazing family. Thanks to McCabe's for putting up with..."

Barb Lapointe

"This is our second time here and it’s been great! The people working are always so kind and check on us every 5 minutes which is great. The..."

j Lexi

"Only place in town that does half decent Cajun..."

Lenny Leopere

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"Despite all the bad reviews, my experiences here have been great. The staff is always friendly and the chicken Cesar pitas that I have ordered were..."

Michael Schmidt

"Large pita, good prices, always fresh, service is always..."

Earl Merrick

"We ordered a combo and the staff were friendly and efficient took our order in a timely manner and were very..."

Jennifer Matheson

"Their food is good. Bought 2 chicken dinners with rice and fries. My friend and I enjoyed them. Lots of food for the cost. Will go back and try..."

Colleen Pretty

The Checkerbord Restaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

"This is a fantastic little place in Belmont Village! Highly..."

Chris Hussey

"It's absolutely awesome. Amazing food and servers r over the moon! Fun place to eat. Strongly..."

Liz Law

"The food is great especially the home fries. The home fries are seasoned and fried to create a masterfully greasy tasty partner to your eggs and..."

Pamela Lee

"Great mom and pop place with amazing food, really good, fresh coffee and low prices. Great for breakfast and..."

Amy Aitman

"Best breakfast in KW (and one of the least expensive,..."

Katie Plaisance

"Best Breakfast place in KW make the best homefries ever never tasted such a good breakfast in my life that was this..."

William Syrmis

"We're regulars and proud of it. We're literally treated like family every visit. It doesn't matter what we have to eat; breakfast (BEST in town by..."

Kelley Tillich

"Their western omelette is amazing, Love it! Good home cooked food at good..."

Alan Dye

"always good homemade..."

Jennifer Goldup

"I loved my breakfast at checkerboard restaurant. Everything was delicious. Check it..."

Catherine Charbonneau

"Amazing breakfast ! Can't wait to go back , had the big breakfast, everything was perfect from crisp bacon to perfect eggs ,best breakfast in town ..."

Carlos Medeiros

"Love their breakfast - I always get the "big breakfast" - a few slices of bacon, a couple sausage links and a brazed slice of ham, 3 over-easy eggs,..."

Steven Fischer

"I love checkerboard, its a cute little gem. I have been going to for years. I usually get their tuna salad sandwich, chicken fingers, mozzarella..."

NickiiLovesFood

"Great food and friendly service!. We go to the Checkerboard often and it is always great! The breakfast is consistently good no matter what we order...."

Dinendash.leah

"I've been going to checkerboard since I was young. There food is good and it's fair priced. I also have a hard time picking what I want and end up..."

Nicole Mclauchlan

"It's Decent.. It's a decent restaurant, friendly service and good food, for a good..."

Gargamel

"Before I had even entered the building, I was already receiving excellent service at Checkerboard. My server eagerly welcomed me at the door and was..."

Brooklyn Moore

"I met a friend there for coffee on March 15/22. Mike, the owner, was very kind, friendly and didn’t push us to order anything but our coffee(which..."

Rob Smyth

"Amazing place. Great BLT sandwich. Amazing home made soup. Even better are the owners are there servicing their guests. It’s the passion that goes..."

George Karaolis

"Great breakfast here. Well cooked bacon, real potatoes for home fries but fried up crispy with delicious spices. Hands down best coffee from a..."

Nathan Alexander

"This restaurant is a gem. Comfort food. Simple decor. Affordable. For those of us who grew up in era of family restaurants this place nails something..."

Hugh MacLeod

"Always love coming here the family is super friendly , always great service and the food is always delicious, this place does not get enough..."

Shilo Candassie

"Great food in a family style restaurant. The owners have a way that makes you feel welcome. My parents love their fish and chips and my favourite is..."

Brian Dallier

Montana's

75/100 (3665 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Harvey's

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"All harvery's are the same but this one was better than most. Service was great and the food cooked..."

Rob McIntosh

"The customer service here is above and beyond. The food is always fast and accurate. I ordered online from a different Harvey's and did not realize,..."

steffen r

"Awesome food! Friendly staff and food served was also fresh especially fries. Good food , good taste and good life what else we..."

Aakash Panchani

"We always come here to eat and we never had any issues with their service Keep it up good work guys You all are..."

jigisha salvi

Pepi's Pizza

75/100 (1430 ratings)

"Very impressed with the quality of my pizza. Pepi’s was generous with the toppings. Pizza arrived promptly and was hot. Bacon was so good, crust..."

Dagmar Neves

"Looove Pepis. To start, I’m not a big fan of tomato base sauces but Pepis sauce is extremely good. It’s a sweeter sauce. The quality of..."

Seth Freake

"Fist thing wright from the start I have been a loyal customer of Pepi's pizza for over 50 years now. This vist I ordered two munchie tosted subs. I ..."

steve schlueter

Harvey's

"This is one of the best Harvey’s location I have been at. I have been to this location multiple times and I have always been pleased with great ..."

Shakil Manashiya

"Ordered pick up through Uber Eats. Food was ready promptly, and everything was delicious. What really made an impression on me though was the..."

TJ Rector

"Always had best experience visiting this location. The ambiance is so welcoming. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and make great recommendations...."

divya sanan

"Harvey’s of this location is my daily lunch destination. Always pleased with warm customer service, cleanliness, fresh food, and food order..."

hamida nathani

"Great service and they are open up till 2:00 am. Lots of parking space. Great staff and quick drive through. Food is fresh and burgers are made to..."

Anjum Manashiya

"Excellent and fun loving staff. They always get my order correct while serving them fresh and hot. Surely visiting..."

Nishita Panjwanihbf hh00ppeq

"One of my favourite place to eat. They always serves fresh food. Their veggie, lighlife burger and poutine is the best. Excellent guest service and ..."

Aman Kaur

The Boat House Of Victoria Park

Wheelchair Accessible

Lunch

Dinner

Mid-range

Kelseys Original Roadhouse

75/100 (1186 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Piper Arms Pub

74/100 (1610 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Wheelchair Accessible

"The burger was done to perfection. The staff were very friendly. My fiancé, her daughter and I are looking forward to the next time we..."

Ball James Ball

Domino's Pizza, Victoria Street

74/100 (1537 ratings)

"I have eaten a ton of wings in this town.. and they are simply the best.. also Melody is so friendly and courteous! We always feel welcome there on..."

Robert Hobbs

"Food was awesome service was good too! I had the fish and chips the fish was huge could’ve done with just..."

Amy McGraw-Dubrick

"Best wings around. Most savoury hot sauce and beautiful waitresses. Great times and eats..."

Berto Alarcon

"if you need a place to sit, relax and enjoy the food this the place..."

Sheema Zahid

"The most friends ever assembled having a great time, every time in one..."

Brian Connors

"Food’s really good, awesome service , very reasonably priced..."

Kevin Willand

"Great service and great food! Can't wait to go..."

Maddie Blundon

"Great service, great food and amazing atmosphere..."

Hannah Marie

"Excellent food, service is amazing all together a great place to have a few and enjoy some..."

Chris Burke

"Looking for a wing deal on a Wednesday with some delicious wings and flavors then you should definitely check out howl at the moon. 95 cent wings and..."

Suhan Bijai

"My boyfriend and I ate here last night.(Sunday night) the wings are probably the best wings I have had in this area and the pizza was delicious!!!..."

Jodi Vandenbraak

"Beef dip is amazing here. Kids meals come with cute cups you can bring home. The wings are a bit small but the sauce is..."

Brielle H

Pepi's Pizza

74/100 (2050 ratings)

Joey's Seafood Restaurants - Kitchener

"Very good food and quick service. Lots of variety in both fish and..."

Umar Tanwir

"Super surprised me at how awesome this place was. The sushi crunch app was great and the fish tacos were excellent. And really friendly..."

Tina

"Good standard fish and chips, they also have a few good..."

Wendy N.

Sunset Grill

74/100 (1592 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great Good, great staff and great restaurant! Such amazing owners who are always on the ball! I recommend this as one of the best breakfast places in..."

Rosanna Jailall Rahaman

"Exceptional service and food!!!! 5 thumbs up! One request... I'd like to have asparagus as a substitute for peameal bacon for eggs sunset since I..."

Lisa A. Nicholl

"Excellent food. Best eggs Benedict I have ever eaten. Need one more server on..."

Ryan Smith

"Awesome food and awesome staff, eat here everyday for lunch. Never lets me down..."

Jordan Gaudet

"Fresh, fast service at great prices! The food isn't fancy but it's good quality when in need of a quick breakfast. Food is always hot and I really..."

Anna Fleet

"Such an amazing experience we had at sunset grill, everyone was super friendly and the food was delicious..."

Anna Janeczko

"Quality food and excellent service in a warm and inviting..."

Christine Haase

"Delicious food, I love it here! Plus there's a handsome young man with a beard ever so often, I believe he's the owner's son! I love him the most!!!..."

Joseph Asfaw

"Delicious food and terrific service. Clean and well marked for COVID protocols. We had eggs Benny - one with smoked salmon and the other with..."

Barbara Patterson-Smith

"Fast, well cooked and delicious food. Great customer service I'll definitely go back. The French toast with Hollandaise sauce is too good and the..."

Prabhakar Annadurai

"Wow had so much fun this morning with Our waiter Joe great personality, laughing joking a wonderful guy. Once again great huge breakfasts at Sunset..."

Mark Warsh

"Great establishment. Fast, well cooked and delicious food. Great customer service and covid practices. I'll definitely go..."

Talya Smith

"Staff is AWESOME!! Food was great!! Definitely consider coming here for their..."

Jorge y bicky Mata

"Amazing service and quality of food. The owners and staff are always so pleasant and friendly! I’ve become a regular here because of them. Would..."

Rifaan Lalji

"The food was very well done, love the potatoes! The staff were very friendly and attentive. First time here but will make an effort to come by every..."

jaimeandre80

"Had the Sunset Super. Very delicious, however the portion now of the home fries is smaller than it was a few months ago. But given the price of food..."

Rosemarie Dhanpaul

Mel's Diner

74/100 (3045 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We love Mel's diner .love the atmosphere.people are very friendly.and the food is a awesome .the prices are not bad for the serving they give.every..."

Jody Cook

"Had a great meal and service. The staff was very friendly and attentive considering they were so busy as the line of people was outside the door...."

Mark Holst

"Revisited this place this week and their food is still great and so is their staff. The only downfall is the wait time, because this place gets super..."

Sajan van Sandall

"Was just at the Westmont Mel's and had a great meal but what really impressed us was the terrific staff. Keller and Jasmine were so great with..."

Ruth Loucks

"I love this location! Always treated extremely well by the servers, not to mention the food of terrific! I frequently see this one server I believe..."

Alexander Keith

"First time for lunch with my wife at Mels Dinner. Service was good, atmosphere was good and the meal we had was good. Would definitely go back when..."

Dave McCormick

"Took our son and girlfriend out to lunch , all had meat loaf , mashed potatoes tasted just like home cooks. Best restaurant experience in a long..."

Bethany Edgar

"Great all-day breakfast offerings at reasonable prices. Burgers are also pretty good too! The 1950's decor makes this place stand out. Kinda..."

David Gundrum

"The staff is just awesome! Great service! Busy on the weekends. Fantastic gluten-free pancakes!! The best I've ever had! Wish they had vegan..."

Bicky Nguyen

"One word for it is - awesome. The food is awesome, the vibe is awesome and the service is awesome too. Loved the whole old Hollywood 50s and 60s..."

Danidharia 1996

"The vibe of the place! Great! Old 90s style - feels like in a movie! Food was great! Fries and the chicken was too good! 5/5 for everything! Staff..."

Vishal

"This place is becoming our go-to brunch place. French Skillet & Ultimate veggie Skillet are very good. Their milkshakes are must try. They serve..."

Priyanka Tomar

"Mel's is always amazing! The staff are friendly and polite. Their menu has a great selection; there's definitely something for everyone. The menu is..."

Mikaila Desjardins

"Friendly staff, great service and delicious food! The staff welcomed my dogs on their patio and provided water, treats and pets! It really created a..."

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