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    12welve Bistro & Tapwerks

    4.2 (64 reviews)
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    Charred octopus
    Elaine S.

    Take a shot at eating in Whitby with my friend. You can park on the street for free after 6pm. This restaurant is in the downtown of Whitby. Walking in, it's decorated like a typical bistro. My friend and I ordered the fish taco, charred octopus and they had a Caribbean fest menu which we ordered the jerk stew which was an oxtail stew. There were a few tables, definitely wasn't too busy. The appetizers came quickly, the fish taco was a huge size with a great slaw and crispy fish. This was a big dish with two big pieces of octopus on a bed of tomato sauce with sausages, loads of olives and capers - this combo is already a salt bomb but it tasted like it was seasoned even more with too much salt. The oxtail stew was very disappointing, this dish was $39 and the portion was small - the meat was pulled off the oxtail and there was very little meat. The sauce was way too salty, we both had one bite and packed it to go. I felt like this was a rip off. I wouldn't come back here for the food - they had the Toronto pricing but the quality was not there.

    12welve Bistro Dinner Menu
    Joseph M.

    All the food I have tried at 12 has me wanting to go back! From the duck fat poutine appetizer to the spicy burger, I haven't tried something I didn't like. My first time there I got the duck carbonara and I think I could eat that every time I go. I have branched out, getting a burger and the fish and chips at different events. All was a class above the other restaurants in the area and I could recommend it more. Sit at the bar for the best service. Speaking of the bar, the only downside I have is the drinks. Of the two beers and two ciders I've tried made by 12, I would have rather gotten a generic brand as the taste isn't what I look for. To each their own, my coworkers have enjoyed the beer!

    Menu Feb 2023
    Golds V.

    Went here for birthday dinner, and ended up with terrible food and service. Out of the 8 dishes we tried 7 will certainly keep us away from this restaurant. I'm surprised this place has more than two stars. The flat bread had hard tasteless bread, the sauce was very close to flavourless pasta sauce, topped with some meat I couldn't identify. The fries the waitress told us were meant to be soft... but they were cold and limp. The burger was less than average. Sweet potato fries were good. The seafood pasta, it was loaded with curry powder, to the point that it was gritty with coconut milk, the flavour is closer to Singapore noodles, not even close to Panang curry (missing tamarind sauce, lime, spice, and most other thia flavours). The salmon came with raw risotto. The beers were good, but the Margaritas tasted like vodka with water, that rimmed on 30% of the glass. The service was one of the worst I have experienced, our server brought flat pop, when we let her know the coke a was flat, she told us she knew, but they're not going to change the tank for the fizz. Rather than asking if we wanted something else she almost looked upset when we asked her for a different drink. She left before would could finish our order every single time. It was hard to flag her, and she didn't ask if our dinner was ok when it came. At the end of the meal, she didn't come when she saw our plates were sitting there and the cell phones were pulled out. She passed our table twice before asking to take away our empty plates. Our water wasn't refilled. This experience has made me want to learn to cook all of my own meals. Sadly, this was an extremely disappointing experience.

    Ultimate Burger
    Rob W.

    Okay so this place has a side biz they started called Epic Bunz The link is https://www.epicbunz.ca/ Can I just say....WOW!!! The epic in the name definitely belongs there!!! We ordered there recently I had the Ultimate Burger and my wife had the smash burger OMG....what a burger!!! Brisket and chuck burger....meat was done proper!!! The burger was MASSIVE!!! So filling and tasty We both got combos and couldn't even get through our fries!!! Please please please ....even after the pandemic is over....continue this side restaurant for takeout!!! So worth the money and will definitely be coming back to try the other items on the menu!!!

    Rachel P.

    I've yet to have a bad experience at 12welve but was very disappointed with my last visit. I ordered the fish tacos (which I have had many times before) and was given the smallest portion of fish with a huge amount of batter. For the price of these tacos I would expect more consistency in their portion sizes. This felt like a rip off. I likely won't be ordering these again and would recommend others to avoid as well.

    Phil M.

    Really nice place, a bit trendy, but still a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It's more than just a brewery, pub or bistro. Seems to be a hybrid of those styles and has a full bar, rather than just beer, which is nice to see. Food presentation is excellent! Had the Spicy Korean Friend Chicken Sandwich, was very good. Sandwich didn't taste as good as it looked, but still the best chicken sandwich you'll have, along with plenty of fries. Want to go back and try the Butter Chicken Nachos, looked amazing!

    Food and friends

    This morning I went to the gym with my two friends, had a great back day! Then shortly after one of my friends asked us if we wanted to go out to dinner, I decided to say yes, life is short why not! We browsed and browsed, and decided on 12welve bistro & tapwerks! We booked a reservation but when we walked in the sign said seat yourself, the lady host still walked us to our table which was really nice. I decided to order the wagyu burger, and oh boy it was tasty alright. I was feeling wacky for the wagyu, I left with a full stomach. The burger was hard to fit in my mouth.

    Pretzels and two dipping sauces

    Stopped in with a few friends for dinner. Got the pretzel app, dipping sauce was meh. Mustard was good but cheese sauce tasted fake and cheap. Flatbread was good, what you'd expect but very cheesy. Wagyu burger I hear was worth the extra $7 compared to regular burger. Everything was a bit overpriced but that is the norm these days. Good beer and good service. I think this place is better for a quick drink and maybe appetizer, would rather elsewhere for a nice dinner.

    Double Vodka Sprite
    Dina L.

    Went to 12welve Bistro as our first stop on a pub crawl and it was great!! They decor is gorgeous and I believe we were there during their soft opening which is why they closed the kitchen early and the whole place closed early for a Friday night. We were a group of 7 and decided to get a bunch of appetizers to share instead of full meals and it was a great decision. Korean Cauliflower Pakora - a great option for vegetarians and non vegetarians because they were so good!!! Each piece was massive and had a great spicy mayo on top of the glazed and battered cauliflower. We ordered 2 of these and they were gone so fast!! Butter Chicken Nachos - a HUGE plate of nachos that was generously topped with lots of meat and toppings!! The butter Chicken was seasoned and sauced really well and it also wasn't overly saucy which in turn kept the nachos nice and crispy and not soggy. Prosciutto and Pear Flatbread - one of the BIGGEST flatbreads I've ever seen. It was less of a flatbread and more of a flatbread shaped pizza but it was delicious!! The pear was a great addition to the flatbread and brought a perfect zing of sweetness to the flavour. Overall we had a great time and we left satisfied with the food, drinks and atmosphere. Would definitely go back next time I'm in Whitby.

    Marco F.

    Aka Brock St. brewery fittingly named after the main downtown road in Whitby. This newly relocated establishment takes the tag "brewery" to a level like no other. Let's start off with the fact that it is a brewery, there is something to be said about the idea of being able to see the insides of a brewery wit their big containers/machines involved in the beer making process right from your seat. The vibe in the place isn't your typical bar, it's classy yet casual at the same time. A great place for a mid day meeting as well as a good start/finish to an evening with friends. Since it is a brewery, only fitting to start reviews with their beer. They have an array of brews, from your blondes, to ales, to lagers, to pilsens. All good. Unfortunately, at the moment, you cant get a pitcher of their beers. A kink they have to iron out still. Their beers are also not written on the drink menus, but the servers are quite knowledgeable of their options. You can get their beer flights from the beer shop at the other side of the bar. I like the bohemian pilsner myself. Food. The best bar food I have every had anywhere. They have amazing food here. The apps alone, tasty and delicious! We've had the Korean Cauliflower Pakoras. Superb size cauliflower with really delicious korean sauce. The next, butter chicken nachos. Authentic tasting butter chicken covering crispy nachos. Theres also the Chicken wings with the Raspberry BBQ sauce. Very tasty. The Pear and Prosciutto flatbread, also a must have, every bite of this you get the flavours of everything. Lastly, the Charred Shishito Peppers. these are tiny little shishito peppers that are so tasty. No fancy preparations just a nice char and some oil. Overall, this place has really exceeded my palates expectations with their exquisite food. The ambience is also quite nice. better than your big box pubs/sports bars. The building itself has 4 floors. With a party room that could host a party upto 150 people. The rooftop patio, soon to be open I believe. Definitely a must try in the durham region!

    Coconut chicken curry
    Clare M.

    I finally had an opportunity to book the easy on 12welve experience - and I haven't looked back! This was an amazing evening for my husband and I. The jazz band was lovely and played at the right volume. The cocktail menu and wine list were exceptional. Unfortunately, they do not offer the full beer list that is available downstairs, but the staples are there. The food menu was exquisite - every dish was an adventure for the palate. The waitress was so attentive and cordial, even though we seemed to be the youngest people in the room. This evening out definitely beat a night at the movies or at The Keg. I highly recommend for celebrating the special occasions in your life.

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    Go every month...love their fresh oysters and spicy Caesar! Wait staff are the best....efficient, polite and attentive to your wants

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    Just found this... ate Thanksgiving dinner there last year and we all loved it. Hope to repeat the experience this year.

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    Caledon Hills Brewing

    Caledon Hills Brewing

    4.7
    (13 reviews)
    72.1 km

    We enjoy coming here for the double patty smash burger with fries! The side of garlic mayo takes…read moreit over the top. The portion is generous and always hits the spot. We have always been greeted with a smile and served with kindness. You can decide to eat outside on the patio or inside the "old church" building.

    I was on this side of town for a snowy obstacle race at Albion Hills Park and came here for a bite…read morewith friends at the end of the race. One of the staff recommended eats is the cheeseburger and duck wings. The smash burger and fries is very addicting. Maybe one of the best smash burgers I've had in a while. The duck wings are a generous portion size and a tasty sticky kind of goodness. We originally wanted brussel sprouts but it sold out so opted for the beet salad which is pretty good too. All in all, I'm surprised the food is so good! I may have enjoyed it more than the flight of beers we ordered. I told the staff to choose a selection for us. The CPA is one I prefered most among the ones I tried, with a bit more floral or complex notes than the rest. This family-run brewery and restaurant was converted from a small church and has been opened for a couple of years. Find your own seat, order and pay in the front and food would be sent to your table. The tip range suggested the same as a full service restaurant. There are six communal tables and also enclosed sheds outside for additional seating.

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    Inside the old church building.
    Inside the old church building.
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    Ginger carrot soup and pretzel
    Caledon Hills Brewing

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    Beertown

    Beertown

    4.4
    (13 reviews)
    2.5 km

    Updated review. We had a bit of disappointment with the…read morefood we had on the last visit (Jan 2025) but decided to come back to check new beer items in the menu. We ordered the following. Food: #1 Deep fried calamari #2 Black truffle and Brie steak sandwich (time limited menu) with truffle fries on the side. #1. has been our favourite item here since the first visit. Still the same quality. Tender calamari, pickled sliced hot pepper, cucumber pickles - all coated by super thin-crisp butter. I will order this every time I am here for sure. #2 We ordered this "medium rare". I did not expect much as our last experience with their burger was not good. HOWEVER this one was very good. AAA strip-loin arrived perfect medium rare, with right amount of melt-y/creamy/chunky brie & black truffle aïoli nicely coating it. Caramelised onions added flavour, arugula was fresh. All of them were sandwiched by toasted artisan bun (with no sogginess). Accompanying truffle fries was not impressive though... but the sandwich was so good that I did not expect more from this fries. Drink (beer): Beertown XX Left Field Brewry (East York) Home & Away Hazy APA was sooo good. The beer is special with collaboration with Left field brewery (one of my favourite breweries). In spite of its low ALC %, it had a pleasant crisp and kick. Blessed!!!! We also had # Greenwood IPA - New England (Left Field), risp # HIGH GRADE New England Style IPA (Fairweather, Hamilton) # ELORA BOREALIS New England Style Pale Ale # BONE TREE Single Hop New England Style IPA We felt like going with light, crisp and refreshing ones to enjoy food. Our choice today served our purpose perfectly. Must come back to meet more of new Ontario craft beers! Cheers!

    My husband and I went for dinner one day for date night. Walking in, the atmosphere is warm,…read moreinviting, and full of energy! The food menu has a nice variety. I particularly enjoyed the Pork Belly sliders it was flavorful, well-seasoned, and had a fantastic presentation. The portions of the food were pretty good to share. Their beer selection is top-notch, offering an impressive range of local craft brews and international favorites. Whether you're a fan of IPAs, lagers, or something more experimental, there's something for everyone. Service was amazing! Our server Matt was very attentive and made she we were comfortable throughout the meal. He also made great recommendations for the paddle! Overall, Beertown is a great choice for anyone who loves good food and even better beer. Definitely recommend for beer lovers and foodies alike!

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    Hockey night
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    Beer flights choice of like 50 plus beers
    Live Edge Brewing Company

    Live Edge Brewing Company

    4.4
    (80 reviews)
    64.6 km
    $$

    Live Edge Brewing has become a New Year's Eve tradition for my family the last few years as we'll…read moregrab a beer flight and socialize then head home for dinner (get off the roads before all the party-goers are out). I was surprised to see I haven't written a review but I always have a good experience here! For my mom's birthday, she wanted to grab a beer flight and dinner at Live Edge Brewing. We arrived on a Saturday around 4:45pm and took a parking spot close to the entrance. They have a good-size parking lot so no concerns about finding a space. We walked in and saw the "wait to be seated" sign and soon afterward, a young woman came over and asked how many in our party and where we'd like to sit. The three of us decided to sit on their back patio. We picked a table and our waitress soon followed with drink/food menus. All of the tables outside had umbrellas to help shield from the sun, which on this Saturday was out but the temperature was perfect and there was a slight breeze to cool it down a little. The one oddity we had was that our drink menus didn't match as my menu had more taps listed compared to the others I was sitting with, so I ended up getting a drink in my flight they never saw. I slight hiccup but honestly, you can't be too upset with a drink in your hand! Our waitress was young and incredibly personable, friendly, accommodating, answering all our questions about the food and customizing our orders how we wanted them. We might have let it slip that it was my mom's birthday - Our waitress brought her a birthday cake shot to celebrate, which she loved! Our waitress let us take our time sampling our beer flights before placing our food orders. The wait time for our food was very reasonable, maybe 10-15 minutes, I can't remember as we were having too good a time chatting and sipping. For dinner, I ordered their Nashville Hot Chicken Sammy, which is a hand-breaded toaster-oven-baked chicken breast topped with provolone cheese, pickles, and their Nashville hot sauce between a brioche bun and served with a side of tater tots (a small upcharge from their default chips). The sandwich was delicious! Now, for you spice lovers, I didn't find this sandwich very spicy, it was more about the flavor, the tang of the sauce. I didn't mind it not being that spicy, the flavor was excellent! The pickles were thick and had a nice crisp to them and the provolone cheese paired so well with it all. The tater tots were fried perfectly with a crispier exterior but hot, pillowy-soft interior - For the small upcharge, ~$3.00, they were worth it. The portion sizes were perfect as I was perfectly full, I wasn't uncomfortable. The price of my meal was reasonable as well, especially seeing how everything's costing more in 2026. Live Edge Brewing is not only a family favorite but for me, it's a hidden gem. The friendly, laid back, yet still attentive service and country atmosphere have us continuing to come back each New Year's Eve, and now, this could become a new birthday tradition!

    Our drink order was initially wrong. Asked for an IPA, got the Oktoberfest. Drink reviews on…read moreUntapped. Taproom loaded chips. With bacon. 10/10 Tortilla Chips are amazing. They're fresh and crisped perfectly. Cheese is good. Tomatoes are very fresh. Bacon was crispy but a little dark in color. Pretzel bites 7/10 Can't tell they're fried, the cheese made them soggy, like if they were baked. The cheese and bacon is delicious though.

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    Chicken sandwich
    Nashville Hot Chicken Sammy: Not very spice but had excellent flavor!
    Nashville Hot Chicken Sammy: Not very spice but had excellent flavor!
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    Silversmith Brewing

    Silversmith Brewing

    4.5
    (121 reviews)
    74.3 km
    $$

    Silversmith was such a good choice for a brewery to visit in the Niagara wine region. I'd been…read morewanting to try poutine for quite a while, and though it was available when I lived near Detroit, I never trusted that I was close enough to Quebec for it to be good. I decided maybe Virgil was close enough to try it, and oh my goodness - I understood at once why poutine is so popular. If you also hail from a poutine-less area of the world, fear not - done well, it's a great dish. The beer was also excellent. I can see why The Black Lager is Canada's most award-winning Schwarzbier. There are some really good schwarzebiers in my city, and Silversmith's is right up there with them. I also have a Nut Brown Ale, and a small size of the Motueka, both of which I would get again. They know what they are doing with their food and drink. And the atmosphere is really good as well. The old-church-turned-brewery is beautiful. I'll let the pictures in other reviews do it justice. The service was good. It was relatively busy the night I was there, but the service was still quick enough and even a bit conversational - I recall one of the bartenders worked at Silversmith in the warmer months, and travels southeast Asia in the colder months, which is pretty cool. I would likely be a regular if I lived in the area.

    Is it California native whose first job was at a micro brewery as a kid this place was pretty cool…read more Pretty solid beer, way to go Canada although he got a little bit of catching up to do on the West Coast IPA styles ha ha

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    Seasonal Salad, BLT, Smash Burger
    Seasonal Salad, BLT, Smash Burger
    Good Times
    Good Times
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