Not as close to HAMILTON as I thought But worth the drive!…read moreExcellent staff; move quickly and explain menu (also) quickly. Rice and chicken really good'

We were nearby and decided to stop by for lunch seeing the good reviews. After trying the food, we…read morecan defiantly say it's 5 stars worthy. The falafel plate I had was so delicious. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, drizzled with their house sauce (I asked for medium) on a bed of seasoned rice. I had a side of coleslaw and potatoes, both was delicious. Creamy coleslaw with bits of dried cranberries was so good I could've eaten that as a main. Potatoes were cooked in a curry sauce and was flavourful. My brother had the chicken plate which he got spicy and it really delivered. I loved that it was chopped and easy to eat, no knife necessary. The chicken was juicy. He got the salad (sweet balsamic) and hummus, all house made and you can really taste the difference. The hummus had a smoky taste and a nice smooth texture. Overall 10/10, we would defiantly visit again!!

Had an amazing experience at Barangas on the Beach! The food was absolutely delicious, and the view…read moremade the whole experience even better. The waterfront setting is beautiful and creates the perfect atmosphere for a relaxing meal. The drinks were also really good. Great food, stunning views, and excellent drinks. Definitely a spot I'd recommend for a lunch, dinner or sunset outing with friends and family!

Super busy but again, we went on a Saturday night at 6:00 pm! We took my daughter and her boyfriend…read morefor a double celebration- her birthday and a new job! Parking is across from the restaurant and at a premium. Lot was full and it took three of us to get a spot. My daughter went into the restaurant before parking to get us on the list - they don't take reservations in July and August. After about 10 minutes, we were able to get a spot. The decor is beautiful and we sat at the front bar waiting to be called. They had an IPA my friend liked and the espresso martinis were yummy. We sat outside with a gorgeous view of the lake. Couldn't think of a better place for this celebration! The restaurant doesn't do any extras for birthdays or special events. Service was 4/5 as they didn't remove dirty empty glasses until dinner was over. Food is was pretty good and we loved the beets on the dinner plates. Portions were average. We had apps at home in the backyard so we ended up taking some food home. Positively experience but would like to return when not so busy.

Some destinations earn their reputation through novelty; Lake House Restaurant earns its through…read moreconstancy -- a rare and more demanding virtue. Nestled along the shores of Lake Ontario in Vineland, this storied establishment, housed in a structure dating to 1867, has become one of those places that quietly lodges itself in the memory and refuses to leave. We made the drive -- well over an hour -- for a Sunday brunch, and not for the first time. It is the kind of restaurant one finds oneself recommending without hesitation, not as a curiosity or a seasonal indulgence, but as a benchmark. The setting alone would justify the journey: a sweeping, unobstructed view of the lake from the sunroom and patio that shifts in character with the light, the season, and the mood of the sky above. On a clear day, the Toronto skyline is visible on the horizon -- an almost implausible grace note. But Lake House does not rest on its scenery. The kitchen demonstrates genuine culinary ambition with a menu that draws from Mediterranean traditions while remaining grounded in local and seasonal sensibility. The salmon crab cakes -- a pairing that sounds indulgent and delivers accordingly -- arrive with a pineapple and mango chutney and sriracha aioli that balance richness with levity. The Great Canadian Burger is a study in considered indulgence: brioche, peameal bacon, sweet bacon jam, and spiced maple aioli achieving a harmony of sweetness, heat, and savoriness that lingers well past the last bite. The service matched the occasion throughout. From the welcome at the door to our server Rhonda -- attentive, warm, and precisely calibrated in her pacing -- to the supervisor who moved quietly through the room ensuring that every table was well attended, the floor operates with the kind of seamless, unhurried care that is too often mistaken for effortlessness. It is not effortless. It is practiced and deliberate, and all the more impressive for it. Lake House Restaurant is a destination that justifies the drive, rewards the return, and -- in a dining landscape where so few establishments manage all three -- that is no small thing.

If you enjoy condiments the semolina crusted calamari ($26) comes with four dipping sauces:…read moresweet-curried aioli, sweet chili, basil pesto aioli, and sriracha aioli. It would've been nice if at least one packed a bit of heat, but they're all tame, adding flavour without overpowering the squid. Thankfully, the semolina crust was excellent - crunchy, light, and not oily at all. The portion is generous and easily shareable between two or three people. A newer addition to the menu is the short rib sandwich ($34), and it's a good one. Large chunks of tender, flavourful beef are topped with sautéed mushrooms, crispy onions, arugula, and brie. The cheese adds a creamy richness that makes the sandwich stand out. The menu notes a horseradish aioli, but any zing from it gets buried under the slightly sweet braising sauce, which was too sugary for my taste. I would've preferred it kept more savoury. The sandwich is already quite saucy, and yet more sauce arrives on the side. Good for fries if you choose to switch the salad to spuds. After hearing plenty about the Great Canadian Burger ($29), I couldn't resist splitting one, though I ultimately wish I hadn't. The short rib sandwich is better. The burger is hefty, with a thick beef patty that's overly dense and heavily mixed, giving it more of a frozen-patty texture than the crumbly tenderness of a good homemade one. The potato bun also struggled to hold up against the avalanche of toppings: grilled peameal bacon, cheddar, onion, tomato, arugula, pickle, and two sauces. I'm not sure why the kitchen insists on sweetening everything - the burger comes with caramelized onion bacon jam and a maple chipotle aioli, both quite sugary. If you enjoy sweeter savoury dishes, you'll probably like it. Otherwise, I'd skip the handhelds. On our weekday lunch visit, the restaurant was well staffed and attentive. Even though we never felt rushed, we were in and out within about an hour. If anything, the service bordered on overly attentive... during that hour we were interrupted six times by four different people checking if everything was okay. My suggestion: let the primary server handle most of the check-ins, and only have others step in if things get busy.

Came here for my birthday and it was incredible! The staff were so kind and the building had 2…read morestory's with a bar one ground floor and some cool vintage stuff. Then we got the staple, CHICKEN FINGERS!! I have never had a better chicken finger in my life. Just pure greatness.

Great place great service, good food, friendly atmosphere, always ready to visit again.read more

Everything came apart. I mean, I know it's rice, but i'm talking pitas...maybe a bad day. Taste was…read moredelicious! So i should go and change some things. Pitas were just average. Chicken!!!! So juicy. To die for. So wonderful. Yogurt sauce was splendid. I wanted to try the avgolemono souo, but it was as not delivered. So as we in modern land say, fix up the front of service crew! The tastes are ALL THERE! And I have to say there is an aroma to really good Greek food....you all know what I mean. These guys had IT!!! Say 3 1/2. Maybe im a putz. Four on a good day...but they could be a five!!!!

great food, wonderful people and ambience, very good, warm service, definitely recommend this…read morerestaurant for lunch and Dinner.

This restaurant was recommended to me by a friend who eats here regularly, and it absolutely lived…read moreup to the hype. My first experience was a catering order for a large group at a Christmas party, and everyone couldn't stop raving about the flavor and quality of the food. Everything was cooked to perfection. The salad, potatoes, chicken, gyro, and rice were all outstanding. When I went in to pick up the order, I immediately noticed how clean and well-kept the restaurant was. It's clear the owners take great pride in their place. The two guys working the front (probably the owners) were extremely polite and a pleasure to deal with. A couple of weeks later, I brought my family in for lunch, and once again, the experience was excellent. They treated us like family. I honestly wish I lived closer because I'd be ordering from here at least once a week. I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in the area. There's also plenty of parking right in front, which is a nice bonus. Highly recommend eating here !

Absolutely blown away by Greek Palace in Hamilton. I had the chicken souvlaki platter, and it was…read morefantastic--perfectly seasoned, juicy, and grilled to perfection. The rice, potatoes, and salad were all fresh and flavourful, and the tzatziki was creamy with just the right amount of garlic. This place instantly became my new favourite Greek spot in the city. Totally worth the 10km drive across town--I'll be making that trip regularly from now on. Highly recommend!

First thing to note, service was not there at all. Once seated, the waitress paid no attention to…read moreus whatsoever and would not even look in our direction. The waiter who took our order was much better but still was missing good customer service skills. Asked for water for the table and wasn't delivered until our 4th time asking. We ordered the Med Platter which tasted great. Food overall was good for the price. Souvlaki and lamb chop were full of flavour and pretty juicy. Gyro was slighlty salty for my taste. This was my first time having moussaka and it had. I felt the filling lacked spice but the bechamel was a nice, creamy texture.

The baclava ice cream is so creamy and sweet i absolutely love it! and the staff are so kind. I'm…read moredefinitely coming back!

Fantastic food! Great experience with a large group for a friends birthday. The staff and owners…read morewere very welcoming!

Mediterranean place can't even make a good moussaka. SMH…read more French onion soup was decent though