Solid restaurant in Lakefield. We came here for a Sunday brunch and ate on the back patio…read more Comfortable spot with very nice ambience. The food was all great. Great steak sandwich with a soup. Service was also very friendly. We'll be back!

went here for New Year's Eve... horrible. I was shocked that frozen vegetables, half filled glasses…read moreof alcohol, and store bought hors d'oeuvres cost $250 for two people.... do not fall for the new years "special menu," it's still regular bar food. Most overpriced lawblaws food I've ever had. Very disappointed.

The service is great. The staff are really knowledgeable about the wine and menu. We ordered a…read morecheese and charcuterie platter and when it came out everything was explained including possible pairings. Some people in this town might complain about the price, so don't go here if you don't have an appreciation for wine and descent food and really good service.

We stopped here on our anniversary for a glass of wine and little nibble before dinner. We had a…read morelovely glass of bubbly each (since it was our anniversary!) and another glass of wine with our charcuterie and cheese plate. We opted for two cheeses and two meats ($17). You can choose from a selection of each. We went with a mild Quebec bleu, soft French cheese, duck prosciutto, and cured sausage. They were served with plenty of baguette, gerkins, olives, honey, mustards, and chutney along with apple slices. The chef served the plate and explained each item. It was a terrific, relaxed way to enjoy everything. The wine menu is very carefully selected and are available by the carafe, glass, or small glass. While some of the wine prices may be higher than typical house wines, it is a fantastic way to try a wine without having to buy an entire bottle. Some of the wines would be out of our household budget so it was a treat to be able to try just a glass. There are special housemade cocktails, beer, port, and more tiny plate options. The atmosphere is relaxed and the staff was terrific. This is a perfect place to stop when you want a light bite but really thoughtfully selected food.

Stopped in on Valentines Day for lunch and although the Menu was elaborate and slightly overpriced,…read moreI could not BELEIVE the condition of the restaurant. The walls are flesh colored, full of pin and nail holes, the kitchen staff were dropping F bombs just on the other side of the door where we sat, the bathroom had dollar store quality tissue, an old Febreze air freshener, a ripped baby changing station.... For such a swanky place at price point, I would like to feel like I am in a special place, and this was sub par. Your art work is placed so weirdly high. Wouldn't go back for the money vs atmosphere. Get an updated coat of paint and clean your restrooms.

Was so thankful we were able to get a table despite the fully booked reservations during holidays…read more I was visiting and was recommended by a friend that this place had exquisite tasting food! Not disappointed at all, the staff was all super friendly and accommodating. Do not skip out on dessert! Book your reservations asap!!

AMAZING, the price is a little bit more elevated, but for the extravagances and the beauty of the…read morefood, it is most definitely worth it. The ambience is definitely something to long after the music is wonderful and the service is extremely well. Done with the food is incredibly precise and the definition of beautiful. What's so amazing about this restaurant is that everything is so in sync the head chef seems to treat all of his kitchen staff with utmost respect and does not hesitate to teach them what they might not know he is the opposite of what we would think stereotypical harsh chef would be. The chef's wife is in charge of the dine in. She is a warm and bubbly character. That makes sure everything is up to the high expectation we all have once we go there for dinner. Once again, yes, the prices are a little bit elevated, but for a gourmet restaurant, it is absolutely worth it his magnificent little restaurant and everybody there is extremely kind and the food is nothing less than delicious.

I happen to discover Maison T while scrolling Instagram. A local favourite, this place is run by a…read morehusband and wife team with years of restaurant experience. The husband is from Japan so his dishes are a Japanese-French fusion. Their steak frites is one of their classic dishes that is a must try. They have specials and have a wide range of drinks. Their desserts are also very delicious. Going back to the owners, the wife serves as host, but is also knowledgeable in wine. She circulate the restaurant and seems really keen to get to know the customers. I have already been here twice and can't wait to return. Reservations are a must! Good for: dinner, drinks, French cuisine

Very surprised to find another great restaurant in bowmanville!…read more My husband and I came here for our anniversary and ordered the crab cakes, Cornish hen, and mussels. The crab cakes and Cornish hen were amazing and definitely a must try.

Nice cozy restaurant in Durham region. The atmosphere is welcoming but because the restaurant is so…read moresmall the noise can be loud. Service was friendly and efficient with the staff being very attentive. Rocket salad was tasty, and the mains - goat cheese tart and the duck were served very hot. Appreciate the temperature on the duck and the show of the dishes being very warm. Cocktails were nice and the wine selection was good. Was it fine dining? Even though it was white tablecloths I would not consider it fine dining..I consider is very good food in a nice atmosphere. Worth the visit in the area because it is hard to find good quality tasty food in the area. Also the bill at the end of the nice was very reasonable.

I had passed by this place many times and was always curious about the small yellow house --…read morefinally decided to give it a try. The setting feels intimate and unpretentious, more like a traditional neighborhood French spot than a polished fine dining restaurant. We started with the cream of leek soup, which was surprisingly well balanced. It had a smooth, comforting texture without the sharpness you might expect from leeks. Paired with bread, it worked particularly well. The house salad was simple but fresh, with a nicely balanced dressing that made it a pleasant starter. The grilled veal liver may not be for everyone -- there's a slight natural intensity to it -- but with the shallot-based sauce, it became more approachable. The texture was firm rather than overly soft. The escargots were well executed and one of the more memorable dishes. Fresh, tender, and clean in presentation. Overall, a solid and honest meal. With wine, it came to around $80 per person, which felt reasonable for the experience. One thing to note -- reservations are still handled the traditional way by phone, and the restaurant keeps a fairly low online presence. A simple, quietly consistent spot that I would consider returning to.

Very high prices, for example $27.00 for a basic Cesar salad). The food was quite mediocre and…read moreservice very slow for a place that was practically empty on the evening we ate there. Not worth the money.

Not a warm friendly place Didn't like the taste of what I…read morebought. Prices were reasonable though but I threw out 2 of the items I purchased.

This bakery/cafe opened in 2020 and already has a loyal following. Run by a French couple, this…read moreplace is outstanding, providing a large assortment of artisan style breads, pastries and desserts at very reasonable prices. You can also buy sandwiches, quiches and crepes. They take orders, so you don't have to worry about things running out. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately, during COVID you can't eat there, but there is some nice sitting both inside and out on their patio. We can't wait to come back in the future to try more of their amazing offerings. Reviews of what we tried: Crossiants sandwiches - good equality brie, while not as flakey as some places, flavour was great. Almond croissant - crunchy with lots of almond filling. Pain au chocolat - nice dark chocolate filling. Specialty coffees - smooth, flavourful. Breads - Crunchy crust and soft, chewy interior. Slightly smaller loaves than what you might find in other places, but that means you can buy several like we did! Tarts - really enjoyed these. Fairly large (you can split between two people easily). Great variety available.

Small, cozy, vibrant restaurant with a French prix fixe menu (for dinner at least); with a fixed…read moremenu and a revolving set of specials (soup of the day, fish of the day etc). The prix fixe is available as 2 course or 3 course, with a slightly lower cost for 3 course vegetarian. There is also a fairly extensive cocktail and wine menu. We went with 2, 2 course meals, sharing the appetizer and dessert. For the appetizer we had the "Feuilleté au Chèvre", a baked potato, leek and goats cheese pastry with a side garden salad. The salad was well dressed, with a great mustard based dressing. The tart was perfectly composed, great balance of pastry, vegetables and cheese. For the entrees, we had the "Magret de Canard" and "Coq au Vin". Both were excellent - perfectly cooked, and great accompaniments; but the red wine sauce with the chicken was the standout. For dessert we shared the "Clafoutis aux Poires", pears baked in thin layers of pastry with vanilla ice cream. It was freshly baked, and not too sweet - so a great end to the dinner. The overall service was great - well timed, not over bearing and friendly. This is a great place for the the special occasion or treat;

COZY FRENCH BISTRO w/ PRIX FIXE MENU…read more Le Baratin is a cozy bistro with limited seating, thus advance reservation is a MUST. The atmosphere is quite warm and casual, and is ideal for date nights and special occasions. They offer a Prix Fixe menu and can choose between 2-course and 3-course meal. Service is amazing and our server is very kind to answer our MANY questions about the menu. He also gave us a few recommendations, which was greatly appreciated. Food is excellent! For appetizers, the mussels were HUGE and very fresh. For entrees, duck breast was our favorite - meat was very tender, perfectly cooked, and went well with the carrot puree. In addition, the sauce is very flavorful which really elevates the dish! Overall rating for our experience was a solid 4.5-star, and I ended up giving them a 4 (on the Yelp scale) probably related to the desserts. The desserts were awesome, but it lacks the "wow" factor I found from their appetizers and entrees. I'd definitely visit again, and I look forward to changing to a 5-star rating next time!

We have enjoyed the food every time we have been. We did have a meal with friends, there was a mix…read moreup with food being served to a different table, then it took a long time for her food to get to the table... we had already finished eating... the server was rushing for us to finish as the table was reserved... unfortunately even though we love the food, this incident has left a bad taste in our mouth... The place is amazing, it's cozy... you can't rush someone when it isn't their fault..

Nice, bright and comfortable atmosphere, with lovely. friendly service and tasty food.read more