When my wife and I were going to be making a random stop in Belleville for a couple nights, I did…read moremy thing and looked up what to do and eat while in town. I'm from an even smaller town, so I'm used to short lists for those things, but I was glad when I randomly came across The Lark. It wasn't on one of the review sites or a travel blog, but just simply perusing the downtown landscape on Google Maps. Their space on Bridge Street is airy and spacious, but the small footprint keeps things intimate, with a stunning bar that beckons to slake your thirst. Although the restaurant's name isn't on-the-nose Italian, the menu is very much so. With a handful each of primi, secondi and dolci, chances are that you won't suffer from choice paralysis while ordering, but what they have is nonetheless quite enticing. Burrata is always an easy choice, especially at a restaurant like The Lark where you know you're going to get good quality cheese and accoutrements. They didn't disappoint! The milky, semi-solid cheese paired well with tender hunks of sweet butternut squash and the crisp savouriness of fried sage. Pomegranate seeds and hazelnuts brought some sweetness and crunch, while house-made sourdough was good enough to be eaten on its own. For my main, I went with the beef cheek pappardelle. The succulent shreds of cheek took the place of ground beef in the rich Bolognese, and my taste buds were all the better for it. The fresh pappardelle was luxuriously tender, with its delicate folds sopping up all that delicious sauce. Rounded out with parm and basil, it shows that you don't have to recreate the wheel to make an excellent dish. My wife's brown butter gnocchi was no slouch either, with a decadent cream sauce, and nice hint of char to the lovely and light pasta pillows. Not to be beaten, the apple cobbler was absolutely amazing. Definitely sized for two, but no judgment if you solo it, every part was fall dessert perfection. Service was wonderfully knowledgeable on the food and drink side, as well as friendly and easygoing. I was getting strong owner-vibes, but I'm too lazy to do the amount of Googling required for a confirm. The Lark is getting done dirty by the algorithm on the major review sites and if they won't loudly announce their possession of the title as "best restaurant in Belleville", I sure will.

My favourite place in all of Belleville! The food is amazing as are the cocktails. There's a good…read morevariety to choose from for different tastes. I've gone back again since my first time visiting to try a few more things. The Beef Cheek Pappardelle was my overall favourite, but the Beef short rib was a close second. It's a cute little spot in downtown Belleville with a nice ambience. There's lots of street parking available nearby or there's a big lot that's very walkable. Service was great, we even got the bartenders choice for the drinks and it was really well done. If you're ever in the Belleville area and are looking for a spot to have dinner, this is definitely the place.

The ambiance was good it was a chill little fancy restaurant. The waitress we had was kind of…read moresassy. With that being said, we ordered a lobster bisque. Instead of lobster, the dish was made with imitation crab. The waitress denied it. As an avid lobster enjoyer, this was straight up imitation crab. I am not sure why they are trying to cover it up by denying the use to paying customers. If it says lobster and is an $11 soup, I expect chunks of real lobster. The soup contained stringy unchewable pieces of stewed imitation crab. Would not recommend this place, untruthful about their ingredients.

We were in town from the states and staying near by when I came across this place. We felt at home…read morehere with the ambience once the sun went down. The view is beautiful. From the moment we walked in the staff was attentive and kind.We dined late so we were impressed that we never felt rushed. We started with cocktails : Mule and a glass of Malbec- both were great! Apps - We had the chicken bites. Nothing like we expected but so much better. The chicken was crispy with a bit of sweet. The sauces we could have drank they were so flavorful and complimented the chicken perfectly. Main course - My husband got the burger & fries. Was fantastic! I got the local club and that was a very fresh clean tasting sandwich . But can we talk about the fries!! We love crunchy fries and these are the best we've had! Portions are generous! Overall we can't say enough good and wished we lived closer as it would be a regular stop for us!

So glad we came here after MULTIPLE locals recommended this cocktail spot ! Situated right in…read morebetween Grange & Lacey wineries, it's a must-stop for a chill fun time. The owner/mixologist is super cool too. There's tons of space, seating (sunny & shaded), flowers, and lawn games! There's speciality cocktails & hot dogs you can order from the cocktail mobile truck. We tried their: -Flight Path cocktail (4/5, fun, fruity & will get you tipsy!) -Huli Huli hotdog (loved the pineapple salsa on the hot dog, just wishes the portion size was bigger!)

Got takeout, but still enjoyed our meal a lot. We got the jamon croquette, octopus appetizer and…read moreseafood paella. All were delicious! The croquette was perfectly crunchy on the outside and smooth on the inside. It was a lot better than other croquettes I've had in Canada. The octopus was also really good, it was perfectly flavoured and the texture was not too chewy. The star of the show was the paella. The paella was super good, a little on the saltier side. The mussels were delicious, but it was a bit sandy inside, I felt it could be cleaned a bit better. Overall love this restaurant and would come back!

Bocado is a wonderful Spanish tapas restaurant in the heart of downtown Picton and Prince Edward…read moreCounty. I booked this place for my 12 year wedding anniversary. I recommend making a reservation to avoid disappointment. We were early for our reservation and the hostess was able to give us a table. There are 2 dining rooms with different themes. The front room has a beautiful bar beside the open air kitchen. The dining area has a nice bright rustic ambiance. Definitely, a great place for date night. The rear dining room has a lounge feel. The light is dimmed and tables have candlelights. There's nice lounge music playing here as well. Now for the food. The menu is divided into 3 sections: Tapas del bar - small dishes to share and sample some curated Spanish delicacies. Grande provides a selection of main course entrees. Paella is a Valencian rice dish that is great for sharing and served on a large cast iron skillet. We ordered the jamon croquetas. The croquetas were served with pickles and garlic aioli. They are delicate and packed with flavor. The second tapas we ordered was the Albacore tuna served with bulgur cracker. The dish was esthetically pleasing and we really enjoying the green liquid sauce. Very impressive dish. For our main we decided to share the seafood paella which consisted of Argentina red shrimps, organic salmon, and mussels. The rice was flavorful and we love the crispy rice on the bottom of the skillet. This dish checked all the boxes in flavor, presentation, and texture. We finished our meal with the grand finale: Spanish Churro. This is not your regular churro. This was shaped like a cinamon bun and you have two delightful dipping sauces - dolce de leche and dark chocolate. This was by far the best churro I've ever had. Overall, the experience was exceptional and I recommend this place if yoi are looking to try some elevated Spanish cuisine. The server was attentive and provided advice on how to eat each dish. The prices are on the higher-end so plan on spending about $50-$75 per person.

Excellent signature cocktails!…read more We sat on the patio, it was gorgeous with a water fountain, light music... Staff a very accommodating and friendly!

Passed by this place a couple of times and I always thought it was just a hotel establishment but…read moremy friend was convinced there was a restaurant hidden inside. Finally went inside to confirm and then made a reservation of that night on their outdoor patio area. The vibe is really nice since the patio is it's own separate area with some really nice...tiling? Idk it just feels really premium and good vibes outside. Ordered the Nabulsi Cheese small plate as well as the Pan Seared Flat-Iron Steak as the recommendation from the server. I'm really not that well versed in fine dining or just more pricy places, so this was a relatively new experience on my end. The nabulsi cheese plate was exceptional. The blend of flavours (olives, tomatoes, shallots) were really nice mixed together. The cheese was amazing, chewy and just great texture all on a nice sliced baguette. Kinda like a flavour explosion which was amazing. Definitely try the cheese plate. The flat-iron steak wasn't you typical steak cooked along with a potato side (mashed or fries). The steak was paired with a quinoa mix, "panca pepper demi and aji verde" which were the dark brown/black sauce and the green sauce in the picture. Steak was super tender and with both sauces were phenomenal. On the same vein as the nabulsi cheese plate, these dishes are literally flavours I've never tasted before and they were amazing. I never really tried quinoa either and was skeptical as to how it would pair alongside steak but it was actually quite nice since the texture was so different then the other things we ordered. This place is the definition of a hidden gem for me. Not even a Yelp page (woohoo another business added!) and not signage outside indicating what it is. Hopefully this review gives it it's much needed appreciation! 5 stars easily.

Driving back from Montreal to Toronto, Kingston seemed like the perfect spot to stop for a late…read morelunch. We scoped out a few places and landed here for a change from the typical pub vibe, Italian pasta joints around the corner, or chains like Jack Astor's. We beat the lunch crowd, arriving just before 2 PM. Service was great--we were seated immediately and ordered a few tapas: some roasted Brussels sprouts and a selection of meat options including Persian BBQ lamb, achiote grilled chicken, and sticky pork ribs. The chicken was my least favorite, though it wasn't bad. Everything else was absolutely delicious and flavorful. I'd really like to come back another time for proper drinks--they have an impressive wine list and a nice selection of sangrias that caught my eye. Definitely worth a return visit if you're passing through Kingston.

Located in Kingston, Ontario this is a tapas style restaurant. The interior is dark and cool making…read moreyou think of a wine cellar. Full bar with extensive wine options. They have a private party room downstairs which is also where the restrooms are located so the restaurant isn't really accessible. They recommend 3-4 dishes per person. This can be expensive as most dishes are in the 20 dollar range. The steak with chimichurri sauce was excellent!!! But was also $44.00 for about 13 small slices. We also ordered a Thai green curry cod that comes with cashews infused in the sauce. We had a nut allergy at the table so they were able to remove the cashews to make the dish nut free. Service was decent but this is a dining environment where you are not rushed out the door. Dishes come out sporadically so you are meant for slow dining. This is a good place to celebrate a special occasion or if you just want something different while in Kingston.

If you're looking for a restaurant with great seafood and water side views, you should check out…read moreNorth Docks in Wellington. Hubby and I stopped here upon first arriving in Prince Edward County this past weekend. The inside of the restaurant was not busy. They have a large patio with views of the harbour, and this seemed to be the more popular seating option. Our server Kendra was upbeat, friendly, and welcoming. She took our orders right away. The menu offers a variety of delicious sounding food options, including chicken wings, mussels, fish and chips, and pan seared fish. The white wine steamed mussels ($18) were plentiful and served with pieces of crusty bread to help sop up the broth. My pan seared pickerel ($18) tasted very fresh and was perfectly cooked. It was served in a butter sauce with grilled asparagus and zucchini. The prices here are reasonable with most food items coming to less than $25. They have a number of great local wine and cider options. I would definitely recommend dining at this lovely restaurant if you're in the county.

The location and patio of this restaurant is beautiful. You have amazing views of the water from…read morethe patio. I called ahead to make sure the patio allowed dogs and they did! It is typical pub/bar food. I got the fish and chips. Huge portions, everything was freshly made. I loved the breading on the fish it was light and crispy. The service was great, staff was friendly and attentive. Overall, a great experience and nothing can beat that view!

We decided to get together for a nice place to go and eat dinner. We tried Southern Fare located…read moreon 1st St in Oswego. We started out by ordering some drinks. We ordered a drink called the Pear Necessities along with another drink called Yes You Cran. The drinks were nothing short of amazing & incredibly refreshing. Our server, Gabrielle G also was fantastic. She gave great insight as to the items on the menu along with the drink, as well as, desserts. We ordered the pan fried cod along with the fried chicken & chicken sandwiches respectively. For dessert, we ordered the chocolate strawberry ice cream with fresh strawberries on top. Last but not least, the ambiance was also just right. Our table was just off the main bar but adequate enough to carry on a nice conversation as well as take in the surrounding area visible through the large windows. If you get the chance, please check out Southern Fare (see pictures). Fantastic place for a night out to eat in Oswego, NY. Enjoy!!

Great atmosphere, great food, and great drinks. The chicken sandwich was delicious, but the…read moreParmesan fries were even better. They had a special for $3 sloppy joe sliders that were good also. The stuffed pepper appetizer was delicious, especially if you like pickled things. Highly recommend.

Ontario road trip-worthy Mercury Bar & Lounge is newly opened in downtown Kingston The space is…read moreHUGE with lots of private events space! It's great for small and large groups, for celebrations, for watching sports, and perfect for corporate events! Thanks to my friend for introducing this place to us! It was a pleasure to meet Chef Paulson and his team! Our server was also very friendly and enthusiastic ^^ I love the Asian-inspired menu; Chef Paulson is absolutely talented, and the food is SO AMAZING! I can't wait to visit again. I would recommend the following: Avocado Infused Hummus - The hummus was so light and creamy, and I love the addition of pistachio and pomegranate to this dish! The pita bread was also soft and fluffy Turkey Delight Poutine - Loved this shareable appetizer! Topped with braised turkey, fresh Quebec cheese curd, and crispy kale. That cranberry mayo was definitely chef's kiss! Seafood Linguine - Made with a housemade tomato sauce, and topped with fresh shrimps, Hokkaido scallops, and mussels. A very tasty entrée! Fish & Chips - My friend especially enjoyed this dish Seared haddock (instead of traditionally breaded/deep fried!), served with mushy peas (有驚喜!), coleslaw and tartare sauce. My friends also had the Itaewon Beef Burger with Fries and the Korean BBQ Short Ribs on Rice. Both very tasty according to them ^^

We wanted to go somewhere different for breakfast . The restaurant is beautiful and clean but the…read morebreakfast was not great . The coffee was severely watered down, the bacon was crispy and the ham was awful . My husband got my eggs and I got his eggs . The potatoes are the little squares from McCain. I support new Canadians opening restaurants but you won't get many customers if the food is terrible !!