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Oliver & Bonacini Cafe Grill, Waterloo

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Address:
550 King Street North, Conestoga Mall
Conestoga Mall
Waterloo, ON N2L 5W6

Neighborhood:
Waterloo

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: CAN$30 and under

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Oliver & Bonacini Cafe Grill, Waterloo Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.oliverbonacini.com
Email: ob.waterloo@oliverbonacini.com
Phone: (519) 772-0783
Hours of Operation: Open seven days a week Lunch: 11:30am-4:00pm Dinner: Sunday thru Thursday, 4:00pm-9:00pm Dinner: Friday & Saturday, 4:00pm-10:00pm Weekend à la carte Brunch: 11:00am-4:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American, Global, International
Executive Chef: JD Jacobsen
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
Private Party Facilities: Oliver & Bonacini Café Grill in Waterloo offers private dining and events in the Conestoga Room, accommodating up to 16 guests for a seated event, or 25 guests for a standing cocktail reception.
Private Party Contact: Oliver & Bonacini Events and Private Dining (416) 364-1211

Getting there

Cross Street: Highway 85
Parking: Public Lot
Parking Details: Conestoga Mall offers plentiful public parking.

A word from Oliver & Bonacini Cafe Grill, Waterloo

Oliver & Bonacini Café Grill, Waterloo opened in Conestoga Mall in November 2009. This stylish eatery offers relaxed upscale dining in a casual, modern environment. The menu provides a variety of Italian-inspired favourites, including freshly prepared soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pastas and… fire roasted pizzas. Innovative cocktails, great value wines and a full bar menu make O&B Café Grill the perfect destination for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch or cocktails.Continued

Oliver & Bonacini Cafe Grill, Waterloo

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122 CAN$30 and under restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerFit for Foodies
Diners' Choice WinnerGood for Groups
Diners' Choice WinnerMost Booked

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122 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

122 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

special occasion(61)
fit for foodies(57)
good for groups(48)

great for lunch(34)
romantic(29)
notable wine list(25)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (122)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Waiter was fantastic. Suggested

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 07/04/2012

2010

Dined on 07/04/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Waiter was fantastic. Suggested an absolutely great wine to partner with my entree."

Dined on 07/04/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We gathered to celebrate a

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/04/2012

2012

Dined on 02/04/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We gathered to celebrate a milestone birthday. It was a surprise so we had given instructions to the staff before hand. The staff could not have been more accommodating to our requests. Our server was attentive and made sure everyone was taken care of. We all had a great evening."

Dined on 02/04/2012

2012

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic!!

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Dined on 31/03/2012

2011

Dined on 31/03/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This place was fantastic. I went for a girls night out and had a wonderful experience. I can't wait to take my husband for a "date night"!"

Dined on 31/03/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

We have eaten at your Bayview

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 30/03/2012

2011

Dined on 30/03/2012

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We have eaten at your Bayview location a number of times and had no complaints food and service was great.This was the second time we ate in Waterloo and I must say we were disappointed both times.We sat at table 48 and were served by Kevin who was friendly and very professional. The wait time for our brunch was to long just under 50 min.My wife had the Shrimp Risotto and found that the shrimp was dried out.I had the sandwich special with the bean soup ( the soup was tasty but the bacon chunks were to large and tough I could not eat them.The sandwich was good. For the dessert we had Tiramisu very disappointing I would not serve your version of this dessert to anyone, if you cannot make it right don't put it on the menu.Some of us are fussy"

Dined on 30/03/2012

2011

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service was friendly and timely.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 31/03/2012

2012

Dined on 31/03/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Service was friendly and timely. Our server was knowledgeable regarding the menu items and helpful with selection. The BBQ ribs were flavorful and tender. The breaded halibut and hot potato "salad" was a unique change from rice or baked potato. We enjoy the tiny dessert option as a small sweet in just enough to satisfy. Fresh juice and some locally sourced ingredients is a plus. Generally a very enjoyable experience. We would return when in the area again as we are from out of town."

Dined on 31/03/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and service, a

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Dined on 31/03/2012

2010

Dined on 31/03/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great food and service, a little loud for my liking but overall very good restaurant."

Dined on 31/03/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed again..Went after

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 27/03/2012

2009

Dined on 27/03/2012

2009

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Disappointed again..Went after work with a few people from work.
Had the gnocchi and veal dish as the main. I had it before when the restaurant first opened and it was
great. This time there was very little sauce and 3 tiny pieces of veal.
I have been there several times for either brunch, lunch or dinner for either personal or work related affairs.
Was not impressed yet again as each time I hope it will be better. Service and dishes seem to lack consistency in quality.
Wine was fantastic though..
Do not think I will be returning to O&B."

Dined on 27/03/2012

2009

Special Features: notable wine list

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

I have always enjoyed dining

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 16/03/2012

2011

Dined on 16/03/2012

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I have always enjoyed dining at your restaurant in the past. However, our last visit was disappointing. A member of our party ordered the special - a pork dish. It was actually 50% fat and she was left with a very small portion of meat. A lot of money ($27) for what she received. My husband ordered the steak. I believe that $32 is too pricy for the cut. Also, Maple bacon in a Caesar salad does not make a "Classic" Caesar. Too sweet."

Dined on 16/03/2012

2011

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love love love it at oliver

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 16/03/2012

2011

Dined on 16/03/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Love love love it at oliver and bonicinis. Best food in kw."

Dined on 16/03/2012

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a fantastic evening I

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Dined on 10/03/2012

2010

Dined on 10/03/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"What a fantastic evening I had. Everything was amazing. Bottle service was the highlight as we brough our most favorite wine to dinner
Service was outstanding!
Food was outstanding!
The entire evening was very enjoyable, thank you"