We noticed Okazu on the way into the Avon Theatre, especially the late night menu posted on the…read morewindow. A well curated list of small plates from locally sourced food. We loved the dishes we had: dumplings, roasted eggplant, potato curry, and a Bahn Mi sandwich. Okazu also boasts a good selection of well-priced cocktails but it's the staff that make this spot special. Friendly, attentive, personal and engaged wait staff made our visit special. Added bonus - it's where the actors come after the show. The Mermaid Margarita, Thai Mi Chile and the Ume Up cocktails were all interesting, delicious and not too sweet which is often a complaint.

Great service great food and amazing cocktails, Sunday evening so not busy but they were spot onread more

5 stars! I'm from Toronto and everything blows my mind, the quality the value the drinks the…read moreatmosphere! Must get the striploin, trout and a cocktail. Will be back very soon!

Was great.... Now closed due to lamé owner Staff and chef…read morewere amazing! Owner not so much.

Sweetest karaoke Dope staff…read moreSplendid clients‍ Great location Food still to be tried by mwa' Fun and energetic/welcoming atmosphere for all

Fantastic atmosphere to hang out and enjoy whatever live music is on that night. The drinks are…read moresome of the best cocktails I've tried, and everyone there was friendly and helpful in deciding what to order.

Lovely casual dining experience. Sarah was knowledgeable,…read moreinformative and enthusiastic. Brian produces innovative, tasty plates in a timely manner. Nice ambiance. We were even given complimentary digestives. Highly recommend you try it.

Booooring. Good service, typical boutique / tourist destination restaurant pricing (not cheap),…read moremostly small plate servings...but overall a disappointment. We ordered: blue crab hashbrowns (the only standout; would definitely order again, except that I won't likely return), salt roasted beets, brussel sprout caesar, scallops, and duck breast; then we both had creme brûlée and espresso. We tried the three white wines, one was a forgettable Chardonnay and the other two...were equally forgettable, notwithstanding being less common grapes. Only the duck was a main-size serving, and we only chose it because when we ordered there was only one order of scallops remaining (for a 5:30 seating!). I want to say "just as well" because the scallops and sauce were bland so we got to try something else...however the duck was not merely uninteresting but the red pepper sauce didn't complement and contributed nothing. The scallops were priced like a main but only four little guys on the plate, the one upside if we had both chosen them we'd have had room for another order of those crab hashbrowns. The beets were also dull, no idea why the word salt is in the name because it was absent from the dish. No tang to anything except the brussel Caesar. I've seen the brussel sprout restaurant renaissance of the last 10-15 years, this dish is pretty common now. This one was on a par with many others I've had but no improvement, and some might be put off: fully half the outer leaves are charred to the point of becoming a mouthful of ash. Not crispy, just dry ash. I guess that's different...and maybe this is the root of the problem. This restaurant makes a point of changing their menu constantly; not just seasonally, but weekly, even daily. So maybe they're just trying out stuff that pops into the chef's head. With the exception of the crab, every dish seemed to need something to make it interesting or appealing. The espresso was good, but the creme brûlée was another ill conceived concoction, with some kind of raspberry trifle thing on the bottom and the creme was a strange thick porridge-like texture and not quite the typical flavour. Last complaint: their self-description says Elevated Comfort. No. Mundane bistro look and ok seating, but that steep and poorly lit descent to the basement washrooms is the opposite of comfort. Hey, maybe we just picked the wrong items from their evolving experiment of a menu. The people are all nice, the service was good, and none of the food was bad...just meh.

One of the BEST dining experiences of the year!…read more I came for the first time last October. Our table of two had a reservation -- which is highly recommended. The place filled up fast! The cosy restaurant has lots of small tables, and some bar seating as well. Our server, Arbra (sp?), took such GREAT care of us. When she came to tell us about the menu, she paused to listen to my particular dietary restrictions and then went to check with the chefs in the kitchen. When she returned, she presented me with the menu showing mark-ups to indicate dishes that are no-go AND which dishes could be adapted just for me. There were still tons of options for me! I've never seen this type of service and flexibility before! I got to enjoy the meal completely worry-free. What we ordered: Cocktails -- Brooklyn, and Dark & Stormy Pig Head Terrine with zucchini relish, toast Salmon Tiradito with sweet corn, aji amarilo, cilantro Cold Roast Lamb with eggplant caponata, mint Hanger Steak with new potato, watercress salad Chocolate & Beet Torte with red wine poached plums and sorbet Everything was absolutely delicious. Every dish was beautifully plated and wonderfully balanced flavours. Whether hot or cold dish, every one was a surprise and journey. Especially loved the cold plates! Absolutely delightful. Can't wait to return!

We stopped by for lunch since dinner reservations were impossible to get. Everything we ordered was…read moretop notch. Service was impeccable as well. I love that they have a rotating menu based on what is in season. Definitely a must visit when in Stratford.

Adorable atmosphere and great food! We god a few small plates to share and they were delicious! Not…read morea lot of places open in town on a Monday evening, but this place is bustling for good reason! The fries are great, the ribs are (as my daughter put it, "sweet and umami," and the crudete was fresh and tasty. We will definitely return!

I found this little gem in Stratford of all places. The interior design is beautiful and the…read moreservice is professional and kind. Looking forward to my takeaway! Love that they have a small plates menu

I love this place! Wonderful service, fun decor, and amazing…read morefood. My heirloom tomato salad was so fresh and delicious, and the bacon added a nice touch. I also had the chilled pea soup, which was perfect for the hot day. It had a fantastic pistachio crumble and mint cream on top. Wow!! Very flavorful. My friends enjoyed the Tagliatelle and the Frenchy Style Omelette, which was filled with tasty mushrooms and cheese. I enjoyed a refreshing mocktail and my friends loved their cocktails. They have a full bar and extensive beverage options. We loved everything!

Very enjoyable. Our server was super fun. We watched the kitchen working efficiently throughout the…read morepre-theater rush. Everyone enjoyed their meals. The hamburger was great. The pork dish (we had them split it so that is a half order) was delicious but the pork could have been more tender. The Tagliatelle was properly prepared. Cocktails were well-made and excellent. We plan to return.

Mediocre bar food. It wasn't bad but wasn't fantastic. Unlikely to return. There are better places…read morein town.

We typically eat vegan and found a couple options here. We both had the falafel smash burger. To…read moremake it vegan, my husband left off the tzatziki and switched to the GF bun. Sweet potato fries were delicious.