Love the Pearle! Have come here a few times to get some work done and love the atmosphere. The…read morestaff here is incredibly warm and friendly. They're dog friendly so that's a huge plus. When I went last time, we had no issues with our dog, however a friend tried to take her dog and they were sadly turned away so you'll have to check beforehand! Coffee is great and I've had their green smoothie before which I also highly recommend. The last time I ordered I believe an apple cinnamon croissant. The taste was good, but the croissant was quite dry. I probably wouldn't order it again, but wouldn't be opposed to trying other food options, as they all looked great. Overall, the Pearle is our go-to coffee spot. Weekends are busy (as expected), so you might have to wait for a table on your Saturday/Sunday's.

A visit to Burlington isn't complete without visiting The Pearle Hotel. It is a beautiful space…read morethat overlooks the lake. They offer valet parking onsite, otherwise there are many city-owned (free after 6pm) and private lots that are located nearby and accessible. They have a restaurant (Isabelle Restaurant) and cafe (Pearle's Cafe) located on the second floor, right above the main lobby area. We visited the cafe to grab a small snack and drink before heading over to the restaurant. There were lots of seating available!

Chris was the Officiant for our wedding in September 2020. He took our lead and at our request,…read morecreated a customized, modern and personal experience for us. I strongly recommend.

From the owner: Warm congratulations on your engagement and upcoming wedding! As a licensed Wedding Officiant I…read morelook forward to working with you to help create a personalized, modern (non-religious), inspirational ceremony - all in under 20 minutes. With over 30 years of keynote speaking experience in the business sector, I will make your guests feel welcome and relaxed - and with touches of humour too (if you like). My service area includes Stratford, the Niagara region, Kitchener, London, New Hamburg, St. Catharines and Woodstock.

I happened across this attraction while driving out to Waterloo. I didn't need to stay long and…read moredecided I'd visit on my way back home. It wasn't too hard to find off the highway. It was a summer weekday and although I figured it might have additional traffic with kids on school break, I could tell just by turning into the parking lot that it wasn't crowded. What I did find a little strange was the constant signage and website warnings to book tickets online and not on-site. I guess that might have been an issue in the past but it certainly wasn't a problem the day I visited. I paid my entrance fee and walked the short distance back to the conservatory area. There's really good signage to let you know what species you're seeing, and their habits. What I didn't think of was all the butterfly remains I'd see on the grounds...a little disconcerting at first but ok, what did I expect! The sanctuary is easily accessible. It's very warm and humid, but quiet with the hum of the waterfall. It was great that it was so quiet. There were maybe 2 dozen species of butterflies, and many species of trees and plants. At the back end of the conservatory, there's a counter with large, informative photos naming all the different butterflies and insects, and their distinctive characteristics. There were also pupa hanging, and staff to answer any questions. There were a couple of seating areas. After I had rounded the sanctuary a couple of times, I decided to sit on one of the rocks near the waterfall and enjoy the beautiful atmosphere. I then decided to check out the snack bar/cafe. The offerings included some lunch items and baked goods in addition to the usual beverage selections. One thing I encountered that is one of my pet peeves, is a place that charges full 13% HST on takeout food that's $4 or less. I brought it up to the staff and asked that they enlighten their management on how that works. This isn't some mom and pop corner store and they really should know better. Anyway the cafeteria is large and has plenty of seating space, plus a big patio area out in the back with acres of greenery to look at. There are also some swings and space for children to enjoy some fresh air outside. Last but not least, a visit to the gift shop is mandatory. They had tons and tons of preserved butterflies in frames. They also had a good selection of books and gift items. I liked that they were not the generic same old, same old you often see in other attractions' gift shops. I purchased a couple of things I will use as gifts in the future, and be happy that I won't have to worry they'll already have it or get it from someone else. I would love to revisit in future, and bring a friend with her young child. It's the absolute perfect place to spend a day or afternoon getting some light exercise, enjoying a slice of nature, and recharging your battery.

Absolutely love this place. Thousands of beautiful butterflies in the main rainforest type room,…read moretwo other bug rooms, plus a cafe. Got an annual membership with my family a couple of times now (you can use your admission fee towards the price).

My friend got married here and I was in the wedding party, so I can tell you right away that…read moreGeraldo's is extremely organized and definitely know what they're doing. During the wedding rehearsal we were met by Natalie, who is great. She showed us what to do and where to go and you can tell that she takes great pride in her job. She helped the bride and bridesmaids get ready and directed us in a friendly manner that made us feel comfortable in an otherwise stressful/nerve-wracking situation. The venue itself is very nice, with a park surrounding it. You can get married outdoors on the grass or terrace, or choose to stay indoors. The indoor wedding had beautiful decorations and the setup was awesome. I was very pleased with the way everything turned out. The dinner was delicious and their cheesecake is AMAZING!! I would definitely recommend Geraldo's for having a wedding or special event. They definitely take care of their customers and visitors and we all had a great time!

I had my wedding here a few years ago and was not impressed. My only positive comment was the way…read morethat the management handled my displeasure after the wedding, they were extremely kind and understanding and offered compensation. Unfortunately, this was too little too late. I would caution any future brides looking at holding their wedding here as what was presented at the time of purchase was not what we experienced on the day. Although I cannot comment if this has changed since our wedding day (willing to give the benefit of the doubt that it has!) but our food allergies were promised to be taken care of and were not. I do think it is a beautiful venue and has great promise, I can only hope that this venue has improved since it disappointed us on our special day.

I had my wedding with them in 2023; the team is amazing, and the prices are unbelievable. They have…read morethe best customer service ever - I highly recommend them.

From the owner: Our team's focus on quality work and distinctive prices sets us apart. When art and service are…read moreprovided together, quality and trust become the investments that matter most. Our commitment to quality and fair pricing has earned us a reputation for excellence.

I really liked the bouquet, it looked elegant and the flowers were fresh. The colors were beautiful…read moreand matched well. It was just slightly smaller than I expected, but still very nice.

As an event planner, I understand the importance of honest reviews. Here's our experience with…read moreCarla for my September 2024 wedding. We initially met Carla at Château du Feÿ, where she was employed. After a disappointing experience with another planner, we hired Carla 5 months before our wedding, hoping her 3+ years of specialized venue expertise would be invaluable. To our surprise, Carla had not worked with half of our vendors before - even though they were part of the short list of recommended vendors provided by the venue. Despite her website's claims, Carla's design suggestions felt generic and lacked the personalized touch we were looking for. Carla's lack of attention to detail became increasingly apparent as we worked with her. Our wedding had many unique and custom details. Lots of information that a seasoned wedding planner would be able to keep an attentive handle on. The mounting oversights caused significant stress in the final weeks leading up to the wedding. We were genuinely anxious that our vision wouldn't be realized. Luckily, we had multiple vendors and family friends that helped Carla execute the event. As the bride, I distanced myself as much as possible from Carla to allow myself to enjoy the day without frustration. This is not the typical experience. While we appreciate Carla's willingness to take us on with short notice, and she did have some helpful insights regarding sourcing a local florist and unique videographers, her lack of attention to detail ultimately overshadowed those positives. Feel free to message me if you have questions about our experience.