Diners' Choice: Great for live music restaurants in Southern Ontario

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Adega Wine Bar

5.0

5 (48)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Wine Bar

Consecon

About the restaurant

Adega is a Wine Bar & Bottle Shop. The Wine list is curated by Sommelier and Founder Thierry Alcantara-Stewart.

We want to pour you a glass of wine that you'll love. Our rotating By The Glass wine list allows our guests to try a different wine whenever they visit us. Our Sommeliers will share their passion and knowledge in a fun and educational way, let's talk about what you enjoy and find a wine that is unique to you.

Our Mission is to create a safe space for our communities to gather, connect, and share their love of wine.
We want to connect locals and tourists alike with County wines, as well as wines from around the world. All the while enjoyed on the backdrop of this stunning region.

Top review

Lynnvip

Dined 7 days ago

Spectacular food and service with knowledgeable wine pairings.

Eddington's of Exeter

4.9

4.9 (912)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Exeter

About the restaurant

WE LOVE LOCAL. YOUR FARM TO TABLE HEADQUARTERS.

Now well into our third decade in business, Eddington’s attributes the restaurant’s success to creating flavorful and creative meals consistently using the best of Huron County’s bounty.
Owner James Eddington states “we are so blessed to be living in such an agriculturally rich area of the world”.
Although the local food movement is really starting to take off, it has always been the driving force in Eddington’s kitchen. A menu that changes frequently, as each season inspires the delicacies our region has to offer.
Eddington’s occupies the original Carling homestead (built in the 1870’s). After two major renovations, an addition of the a new dining room and a serene outdoor backyard summer patio, the restaurant has a clean and modern look while maintaining its traditional and warm feel.

Top review

Peter

Dined 1 day ago

Patio atmosphere was beautiful Food delicious Meal portions good Cocktails pricey Service superior

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Popular dish

Crispy Duck Wings

Popular dish

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Ironwood Kitchen & Bar

4.8

4.8 (312)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

London

About the restaurant

Our menu, crafted by our Culinary Director, Chef Nick Valin, and his talented culinary team, and drawing inspiration from ingredients carefully selected from our local vendors, showcases the diverse flavours of Southern Ontario. Whether you are looking for small plates or large plates, we design our menu with a shareable dining experience in mind. We aim to take you on a culinary journey that you will not forget.

We provide an intimate atmosphere for our guests, sourcing our wine, spirits, beer, and cider locally. We have gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan options to ensure there is something for everyone to enjoy.

We deliver an exceptional experience, carefully curated for your enjoyment.

Top review

PaulY

Dined today

Very nice restaurant offering fine dining menu with local ingredients. Very good value lunch menu. We are so happy to have this restaurant near our home

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2 Course $20 Prix Fixe Lunch Menu.

Manhattans

4.7

4.7 (1165)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Guelph

About the restaurant

Over several decades, manhattans pizza bistro ● music club has matured into one of Guelph’s foremost culinary and live music establishments. Manhattans has changed with the times. Our history is rich with a tapestry of great guest experiences, and as our story continues to evolve we look forward to making new memories with you.
Owner/Host: Maria Rewi
Executive Chef: Alex Quintieri

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Russ

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

Dining there last night was first rate on all counts. An exceptional experience. And the hosts, Marie and Darren, really know how to take care of their customers. It’s definitely my go to restaurant in Guelph for 5-star treatment. I look forward to my next time. 😃

The Paris Beer Company

4.7

4.7 (753)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Brewery

Brantford

About the restaurant

Paris’ first taproom brewery with a focus on quality beer; a tasting room where the product can be sampled and enjoyed with food from our scratch kitchen. On-site, beer, food and entertainment combines to create a local, cultural experience for residents and visitors alike.
Our bottle shop has a great selection of our fresh beer for you to take home to enjoy. We’re using our own hops grown on our farm in Paris as well as sourcing locally grown food and ingredients.
The Paris Beer Company is a diverse team; we are proud of what we do. We are farmers and brewers with the intent to use our business as a force for good. Our core values: genuine, grit, intentional, sustainable, learning & growing.

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Jordanvip

Dined 2 days ago

Always a fantastic and delicious evening of fun trivia with the puppies.

Parsons Brewing Company

4.6

4.6 (150)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Brewery

Prince Edward County

About the restaurant

Family owned and operated farm brewery located in Idyllic Prince Edward County. Every beer tells a story. Gaining inspiration from the rich County history and culture our family owned and operated farm brewery encompasses two 150 year old - heritage lumber buildings that were disassembled, moved and re-purposed as our bottle shop and tap room. Our expansive beer garden features alfresco dining from our Outdoor Kitchen, enjoy the unstructured playground with your little ones.

Connecting beer to the County’s agricultural heritage, our menu showcases flavours that are a reflection of our diverse cultural background. You’ll find Latin American and Asian flavours peppered throughout along with beer-loving classics. Chef Sean Finnerty works closely with local farmers and producers to source the freshest ingredients available.

It doesn't get better than this. Crafted Authentically. Brewed Sustainably. Shared Passionately.

Walk-ins welcomed.

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Johnvip

Dined 5 days ago

Smash burger was great…. and best and unique chicken ceasar salad !

B-Side Social

4.6

4.6 (68)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Hamilton

About the restaurant

Welcome to B-Side Social, where history meets modern vibes in the heart of Corktown! Our late Victorian brick house, built in 1895, sets the stage for a unique dining adventure that blends historic charm with a hip, trendy atmosphere.

We are a contemporary American eatery specializing in elevated comfort food. Our menu features highlights like our famous crab cakes, refreshing ceviche, and hearty seafood boil. Enjoy the rich flavors of our meats from the smoker, including our Pitmaster BBQ Board and smoked prime rib. Each dish is crafted with a focus on quality and bold, memorable flavors. Pair your meal with our extensive selection of bourbons, handcrafted cocktails, and fine wines for a truly unique and satisfying dining experience.

B-Side Social is more than a restaurant; it’s a social hub. With live music on weekends, a vibrant bar scene, and a casual, fun environment, we’re the go-to spot for memorable evenings. Join us and discover why B-Side Social is the talk of the town!

Top review

Adam

Dined on Sep 12, 2024

The food was amazing! We will definitely be back for more smoked meat and smoked old fashions.

Langdon Hall - Experiences

4.5

4.5 (6)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Canadian

Cambridge

About the restaurant

The cuisine at Langdon Hall starts with looking out our kitchen windows. It is inspired by the seasons, wild produce growing in abundance on the property and the bounty of our kitchen gardens. Relationships have been built with our community farmers, foragers and artisans who hold similar beliefs of providing wholesome natural products that have been prepared with care and respect.

We create dishes with purpose, embraced with a story behind each relationship and provide a taste of the terroir of Langdon Hall. All the ingredients combined, create an experience like no other, so grand, so captivating that it is impossible to forget. As the seasons change, the menu changes to reflect the reaps of the harvest.

Top review

Matt

Dined 7 days ago

Langdon Hall never disappoints- the BBQ series was fantastic and while not cheap, it is essentially all you eat and drink so skip lunch!

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Experience

The Harvest Dinner at Langdon Hall

Oggi Bistro

4.4

4.4 (298)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Grimsby

About the restaurant

A quaint and traditional Italian bistro in the heart of Niagara Region and just a few mins from the QEW, Oggi Bistro will feel as if you are dining in a small neighbourhood bistro in Calabria, Italia...minus the wise guys, though you may hear the occasional “Hauduin?” asked.

Enjoy fresh herb-infused meals that are inspired by the Calabrese cuisine and the fine wine selection that compliments the hearty delizioso meals. You will fall in amore (love) with the homestyle ambiance of the family-owned business and the coziness of the dining rooms.

With a true family-run kitchen, the chefs prepare exquisite dishes with pure Cuore e anima (heart & soul), that will envelop your tastebuds with every bite.

Leave the world behind for a night and experience a food escape oggi (today).

Open for lunch, dinner, private events, delivery and take-out.

Top review

Patty

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

We had a wonderful evening. Food and service were outstanding.

Scaddabush - London

4.3

4.3 (36)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

London

About the restaurant

We are located at the intersection of Southdale Rd West and Wonderland Rd South in the Westwood Centre. Our open concept restaurant blends modernity with tradition, offering a spirited, unpretentious atmosphere that make friends and family alike feel at home. Looking for a unique dining experience? Sit at our Mozzarella bar and watch our hand-stretched Mozzarellas and pizzas be made by our Chefs!

At Scaddabush, we're all about style without attitude and of course, excellent cuisine. Our story is simple: anything we can make from scratch we do. From authentic plates to artisanal cocktails and ½ priced bottles of wine every Wednesday, experience true Italian indulgence at our Kitchen & Bar.

Top review

Tracy

Dined 1 day ago

Our server Sadie was fantastic ! Very friendly, knowledgeable and excellent at her job!

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