This higher-end Italian restaurant is in a strip mall so there is plenty of parking. There are 3…read moreseating areas, sports bar area, main dining room, extra dining room (good for private parties, etc). We were there for Sun dinner as a big group of 16 as a gathering of high school classmates. We were seated at one long table. Our waitress handled orders well except for my unlimited refill pop, I asked her 3 times for a refill and she kept forgetting. I never got the refill. The food tasted good and were plated well. There was a large variety of food options. The only bad dish was the Vegan Pizza which looked horrible! They were kind enough to listen to the customer and remake it to her specifications. Entree prices ranged $14 to $23 to $29. The restaurant is well-decorated . They seem to like European family motorcycles. The manager was very friendly, helpful, and cooperative.

I really had no expectations walking into a random place I found on Yelp, in an unfamiliar area, in…read morea commercial plaza, but I was in for a real treat. The food was good, and appropriately priced, the service was very friendly and accommodating (at some space in time a manager, or potentially the owner stopped by), the interior design is very interesting, and as much as this place is out of the way / off the beaten path, I know I will probably make an effort to return.

The Tangerine Tortoise is a 10 out of 10 if you love Italian-style pizza. My sister and I grabbed…read moretakeout after Niagara Comic Con in Niagara Falls. I've been meaning to try Tangerine Tortoise for a while and I live near it so we walked in and did a quick 20-minute stroll around the block while they made our pizzas. What stopped me from trying it in the past was the abundance of great pizza chains in St. Catharines. St. Catharines has amazing food places with unique appeal if you ever want to try them. I actually frequent Score Pizza, Twice the Deal Pizza, and Fat Cat when I'm craving a certain type of pizza depending on the situation. I have had a lot of great pizza around the Niagara region from Fat Cat's to Di's and plenty of others. They all have their own appeal but there is just something about the taste the menu and the overall vibe here that puts The Tangerine Tortoise at the top for me. We ordered the spicy pineapple and the prosciutto with pistachio nuts and both were amazing. My favorite was the spicy pineapple because of the hot honey glaze on top. It added the perfect kick and sweetness. What's cool about Tangerine Tortoise is how it's inside an old repair shop and it's hard to tell it's a restaurant unless you know. It's also in the middle of a neighborhood which I think cities should allow more residential restaurant mix because it adds to the community appeal. As a St. Catharines local I absolutely love it and my sister coming in from the GTA loved it just as much.

My partner and I ate here recently and were delighted with both our food and the atmosphere…read more The beer selection was good and all local breweries. The wine selection was limited but sufficient. We are very much looking forward to returning to try more varieties of pizza that are on offer. Well done!

Great hosts/ good food/very nice setting!!!! Fast service!…read moreImaginative brews and appetizers

We've been here three times now. It's a local bar with locally sourced ingredients and ever…read morechanging seasonal offerings. They have a gold rush on the regular drink menu. Only place I've been able to order one. Even better, the honey is local. Good amaretto sours, too. The maple old fashioned is great, but only available seasonally. They also make the traditional version. We have yet to try the food, but I've had the cheesecake twice. Amazing. Perfect texture. They made great use of a small space with a long bar, a few tables, and a cozy couch. Service is friendly.

We had a very nice brunch over the weekend here, and really loved the ambiance and service. We…read moreshared an array of vegetarian items, including the Spaghetti fingers, Oh my gourd, Vuffulo vings, Take a Bao and the Beatya to it pizza. The food item names are super fun, and super delicious. We definitely be back for a future get togethers!

Overpriced draft for $10 a pint is a goddam rip off. I can get pint in Burlington at the Squires…read moreduring happy hour for $5. You tell me??? I'm never ever coming back and tell the owner he is overpriced.

Went twice during my 2.5 days in the 716. First visit was a wander in that blew us away. Inspired…read morecocktails, killer burger, and chummy, knowledgeable staff. Had such a great time that when we found ourselves with 2 hours to kill late NYE afternoon we went back for some pregame Oysters, Apps, Drinks, and Desserts. Oysters: fresh and flavorful Kafta Arancini: slayed Hot green tequila cocktail: a drink I'll remember forever. Desserts: would have liked the crème brûlée custard more chilled but great flavor!

Great dinner! Fun atmosphere; loud but fun. Great service! We enjoyed a Tom and Jerry and great…read morecocktails. Steak pasties as an appetizer. Flavorful Burger with lots of whipped feta. Grilled cheese with lots of cheeses. Creme brulee for dessert was delish.

I ordered a Cortado. It was perfect. It was perfect in flavor and in presentation. The service was…read moreabsolutely amazing and welcoming. The two gentleman were so engaging with friendliness and conversation. I felt quite welcome. The atmosphere is soft and cozy. I love all the soft chairs and seating. There are one or two leather couches for those that don't like this soft material. It was pleasing to my eyes. They have a bar on one side, which wasn't open when I went at 9:30 AM, of course and on the other side is the barista coffee area. They do offer some different bites of food which I included photos of. I was just there for the coffee. I did not try the food, but it looked delicious. I'm very picky about my coffee and I would give this place six stars if I could on flavor.

We came here for breakfast several times during our visit to Niagara. The service is wonderful and…read morethe menu, while limited, was very good. The place is very nice and is a bargain compared to a more traditional sit down breakfast.

Last minute descended on them with 10 of us. They were fabulous! Welcoming, loads of space…read more Everyone enjoyed their meal, wine flights were amazing. Would come back in a heartbeat!

Nice modern interior and a great option if you are not interested in Indian buffet or street food…read more The food was great once we got it but the staff was small in numbers and it was well over an hour for our food to come. Given that we ordered a cheese plate, caprese salad and a pizza, it was a long wait. Wine pours were generous and the wine flight was a nice way to sample a few before committing. Just don't go hungry and ready to eat right away. Again with the limited options in the area this is a good one

Super cool spot to grab pre or post- dinner cocktails! We stopped here one Thursday night in the…read moreFall after a dinner date. Tried a couple of the cocktails on the menu they had that night, and none disappointed! And the bartender was helpful guiding us in the right direction based on our taste buds that evening LOL

Very cool spot that should be added to anyone's East Aurora repertoire…read more There's a lantern outside that indicates whether or not it's open. No password or anything silly to gain access. It's a small cozy basement but the vibe is right. Four beers on tap with other can and bottle options. And an outstanding Old Fashion made by attentive and talented bartenders.