The Charcoal Dining Room - Charcoal Steak House, Kitchener, ON

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Charcoal Steak House

Name: Charcoal Steak House
Address: 2980 King Street East, Kitchener, ON, Canada, N2A 1A9
Telephone: (519) 893-6570
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (4202)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

2980 King Street East, Kitchener, ON N2A 1A9

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2 people

Jun 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Fancy

The Charcoal Steak House is an independent local steakhouse serving the Waterloo region community for over 65 years. Enjoy AAA Steaks, richly marbled wagyu, slow roasted prime rib, fresh seafood, mouth-watering pig tails, legendary smoked ribs and more. At lunch we feature an extensive menu with burgers, sandwiches, bowls and healthy salad choices.

Sundays are made for Brunch from 9:00am - 1:00pm.

Our Martinis Bar with summer patio offers the full Steak House menu or light meals in a more casual setting. Enjoy appetizers, a full meal, 20 beers on tap and beautiful outdoor seating area in summer.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Canadian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(519) 893-6570
Website
http://www.charcoalsteakhouse.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Alex Dunbar
Catering
We offering select catering services for large scale events! From 20 - 500 people, we have created memorable experiences that bring the iconic Steak House to your door!
Private party facilities
Private and semi-private dining rooms available for your special occasion from 8 to 50 guests.
Private party contact
Charcoal Group Events: (519) 893-6573 ext. 2743

Location
2980 King Street East, Kitchener, ON N2A 1A9
Neighborhood
Kitchener
Cross street
Fairway Road North
Parking details
Shared parking with the Radisson hotel. Electric car ports on the lower level, Fairway Road side of building.
Public transit
Close to the GRT King and Fairway stops, close to ION stop at Fairview
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Father's Day Brunch Buffet
CA$0.00 - CA$75.00 per person
Jun 15, 2025 only
Father's Day Brunch Buffet! Served From 9:00am til 2:00pm Reservations are set for a 90 min seating. Join us for a Grand Brunch Buffet celebrating Dad! Complete with impeccable service provided by our gracious staff. Choose from an extensive collection of dishes and enjoy this annual tradition. Food Stations Include the following. - Carvery Station with Ham and Striploin Roast - Seafood Station with Oyster Bar and Assorted Sashimi - Breakfast Classics - Eggs, Bacon, Sausage and Benedicts - Omelet Station - - Waffle Station - - Gelato Station - - Juice Bar - - Dessert Table - - Kid Friendly Favourites - Adult $75. Kids 5 - 12 $13. Children 4 and Under Eat Free. (plus tax and gratuity)

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What 4,202 people are saying

Charcoal Steak House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Southern Ontario
Good for business meals
Southern Ontario
Steakhouse
Southern Ontario
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Charcoal Steak House consistently delivers "great food" and "great service," making it a top choice for celebrations and business meetings. Diners rave about their steaks, attentive staff, and welcoming atmosphere. Highlights include a varied menu, exceptional brunch, and a "wonderful dining experience". A must-visit for high-quality dining.

4,202 Reviews

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Sara
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charcoal is the place to be! The food is always amazing and the staff are a step above! Shout out to our server, Dan - your service and sense of humour friend, are bar none. Thank you for helping to make my birthday a grand experience! Cheers!
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Chris
Toronto5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fabulous meal with a great ambiance! Servers are lovely! A bit pricey for a family but you always get what you pay for!
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Gina VIP
Toronto6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing dining experience as always celebrating our 35 wedding anniversary!
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James
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome dining experience. Easy reservations, great food, excellent service. Highly recommend this establishment.
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Kathy
Toronto8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our second time in two months, and the experience did not disappoint. This time the table had steak, prime, rib, chicken, Madeira, and seafood risotto, all were amazing.
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Renata
Toronto1 review
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good food, delicious desserts and very friendly, professional service
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Kelly
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our mouth was watering for ribs and a trip down memory lane. Service was great but the ribs were very dry. Disappointing!
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David
Exclusive1 review
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and exceptional ambiance/service. Great experience for a nice night out.
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Tammy
Toronto5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Literally one of the BEST experiences I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Our server was unbelievable. She made the entire experience top level. I will return!!!
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Sarah
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charcoal is my go to for all business lunch meetings and big presentations. Great food, great service. Highly recommend.
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FAQs

Charcoal Steak House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (519) 893-6570.

Charcoal Steak House is rated 4.8 stars by 4202 OpenTable diners.

Charcoal Steak House does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.