Hidden Gem! This place is a little tricky to find (especially with construction) but so worth it…read more We had a fantastic evening with great food, great drinks, great service, and fantastic music. The band we saw, led by Stacey Kaniuk, was really rocking. The Reservoir Lounge has that classic upscale jazz club vibe. You feel cooler just being in this place. The food exceeded our expectations, especially the chocolate cake. Making reservations was tricky however. I never received any confirmation of my reservation via the online form, and when I sent an email and left a voicemail to follow-up and confirm, I never heard back from anyone. If they step up their reservation game, this place would be perfect.

This is a true hidden gem in Toronto with an incredible, speakeasy vibe. The music is soulful! Very…read moretalented musicians. The service is on point as well. You step down into the basement and almost feel like you've stepped into a different time and place. They have a nice menu with various small plates and an extensive drink menu as well. I'd suggest a reservation in advance if you want a table, but I've been here with standing room only at the bar and that was also great! A very funky place!

Enjoyed a dinner with a larger group on a Friday night . The atmosphere was buzzing amongst live…read morejazz music . Plenty of selections on menu , but the standout for good value are the selection of pizzas , priced at $25. I enjoyed the Nat King Cole. There are plenty of other catchy names / varieties to choose from. Service was a little slow , however very friendly and gracious . This is a classic Guelph spot and I look forward to returning !

What a Guelph gem!! Live music & singing, eclectic but classy decor, good food & the staff was so…read moresmall-town friendly. Really glad we spent our Friday girl's night here! When we arrived ~9pm, there was a super talented and funny performer who sang, wrote her own songs, played the piano and music pad. Seriously a one woman band! She interacted with the audience too which was neat. As for the food, I ordered their ARTIC CHAR and it was *chef's kiss* cooked to perfection and all the roasted Brussel sprouts & orzo worked deliciously together. My friend got their SEAFOOD LINGUINI which she liked. Definitely would love to return here for a family night out or date night, I already have my eye out on their pizzas :) ALSO, Shout outs to the owner of the restaurant. She was sooo welcoming and noticed right away that we weren't their regulars and came to introduce herself. Made us feel like we were part of the family/town.

This place is amazing they go out of their way to ensure your stay is enjoyable. The rooms are…read moreappointed immaculately. The security and safety of the building is notable. Overall the staff is tops in helpfulness and hospitality.

I wasn't a fan of classical music until I watched musicians play at KW-Chamber Music Society…read more(KWCMS). As opposed to sitting in an auditorium or massive hall, I sat no more than 2 rows away from a pianist and cellist, performing in a small and intimate room. I felt them breathe and live every emotion through their performance - an experience you wouldn't witness at an orchestra or symphony. I travel from Mississauga to Waterloo, just to see the live performances at this venue. It's definitely KW's best kept secret.

Magical little vegan girl powered bar/restaurant in Waterloo…read more There is street parking around. Cool environment on a hot day. Sunlight from the windows coming during the day. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I went for lunch, but there are djs the evening. Loads of vegan options. I ordered a Caesar salad and chick'n burrito (which was grilled). Both good. My standout was the cocktail I ordered: abracadabra. Rum, matcha, lime juice... refreshing, well balanced. I ordered two! I'll be back for sure.

Great spot, hidden on the back alley by the princess cinema and a really cool vintage shop. The…read morecocktails were killers.

I'll leave it to quoting Danko Jones who has played every venue in the land probably: "best music…read morevenue in the country."

Good venue - they can scale it up or down to fit different size crowds. Pretty bare-bones,…read moreno-frills room, but you're there for the band, not the decor, and they tend to have really good bands there.

Slow service, unattentive and unfriendly bartenders. Owner doesn't know how to be friendly either,…read moreborderline unprofessional. Overall, ZERO customer service skills - AVOID AT ALL COSTS.

Where do I begin? Not many things or places are perfect, but this one, on this particular night…read more(which was my birthday) - PERFECTION PERSONIFIED. First off, I was both mesmerized and intrigued by the name, all embodying things I love and enjoy dearly - poetry, jazz, and a charming cafe. Nestled on a busy street in Toronto, this was the perfect way to end a wonderful night celebrating my birthday. On a Thursday night, to my surprise and benefit, it just so happened that The Bentley Collective was on schedule for entertainment. Everything was smooth, peaceful, enjoyable, and delightful. Not a negative vibe was there to be found. I did not try the food (I was already stuffed from an earlier dinner), but I did partake in a delicious "Poetry Lychee Martini". In fact, I had about 3 of them - I happened to be sitting directly next to my birthday twin. She was a local who frequented the establishment and welcomed me with a warm greeting and birthday cocktails for both of us. How generous and kind! The live music was chef's kiss. The crowd was calm and collected. Great time all around. I look forward to stopping by again!!!

I'd heard of the festival for ages, but finally checked it out. It's a bigger event than I'd…read moreexpected, with several blocks set aside for a few stages and vendors and tents galore. It turned out that the band playing the main stage when I came was a Blues band. That's fairly typical of Jazz festivals too - though I personally prefer Jazz and would've hoped to have caught that. There was a great vibe, and wonderful to see so may people coming out enjoying it together and supporting local business. Will be back for sure.

I know this had the potential to be a five star event!!!…read more Mother Nature just didn't cooperate. She shut us down, fast. Real fast. The gloomy clouds crept up on us. The flashing lightning and the torrential downpour seemed never ending. Nonetheless, I'm glad I had the chance to get to know a few new Yelpers. Although it was inside the arena, we were able to sit and enjoy each others' company. Kris, I know you missed out on some of the festivities because we came so late. Thanks for always being such a positive and gracious host.

Like Karen L mentioned, this event had potential...that was unfortunately rained out within the…read morefirst act. Oh well, no fault of Kris U though 'cause participating Yelpers did have their own section, in the VIP tent, AND a free drink to boot! Alas, it was just not meant to be as standing underneath a tent - or a tree - is not safe during a thunderstorm. Who knew? (Well, the tree part is pretty obvious!) So even though we weren't able to fully enjoy the music that was supposed to be intended for our ears, we did get to know one another while take cover at the Port Credit Arena. :) Something that I don't think would be impossible during a concert. Live music can be pretty loud and disturbing to a conversation! A for effort and until next year, Southside Shuffle! Shoutouts to the first-timers at this event! Don't worry, they don't get rained out often. ;) Please come again.

I was so pleased with Arvelis Jazz Band. Faith Amour is amazing. She is warm, friendly and…read moreaccommodating. She worked well within my budget and she was worth every penny and more. She is professional; she came and met with me at the venue the week before my wedding to put me at ease and ensure everything ran smoothly on the day of. And the best part is the talent!! They sounded amazing. My guests loved her. I walked down the aisle to her singing somewhere over the rainbow- a very special moment. She made my cocktail hour elegant and sensational. What a lovely person. I would highly recommend Faith and her band.

From the owner: We provide first-rate live jazz to private and corporate clientele within the Greater Toronto Area…read more It's important to choose a band that really represents the quality of your business - this is first-rate music for you.

We had reservations for 4 to celebreate a joint group birthday party. We were seated upon arrival…read moreand the service was quite quick to bring us menues and water. We ordered a couple fancy drinks and they were delicious! The ambiance was really I nice, it wasn't too loud like some restaurants that big I ordered a pizza, the rest of the party orders the pasta and everyone was happy with what they got! The portion sizes were great and the food was well seasoned. Would go back for sure

Food - 4 Service - 5…read moreAtmosphere - 5 Price - 5 Start with the dessert plate and then again at the end. The food was so good and it was also beautiful inside.