Spencer's at the Waterfront

Name: Spencer's at the Waterfront
Address: 1340 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON, Canada, L7S 1B1
Telephone: (905) 633-7494
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (5718)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

1340 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON L7S 1B1

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2 people

Jul 7, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 95 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Spencer's at the Waterfront, located on the shores of Lake Ontario, offers a unique culinary experience. With stunning views and a menu focused on fresh, seasonal ingredients, it's the ideal spot for a memorable meal. The restaurant boasts an elegant atmosphere complemented by a friendly staff that makes you feel right at home. The diverse menu caters to all tastes, featuring everything from delicious seafood to juicy steaks. Be sure to leave space for dessert! Whether you're marking a special occasion or enjoying a night out with friends, Spencer's at the Waterfront is the perfect place to create lasting memories.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 3:30 pm–5:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(905) 633-7494
Website
http://www.spencers.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Matteo Paonessa
Private party facilities
Located on the Burlington lakefront, Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers breathtaking views and fabulous food. Spencer’s offers a unique food concept, featuring market fresh fish, exceptional seafood and mouth-watering Craft Cut Steak.
Private party contact
Spencer's Front Desk: (905) 633-7494

Location
1340 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON L7S 1B1
Neighborhood
Burlington
Cross street
Brant Street
Parking details
Paid parking until 4pm on the West Parking Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options

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Experiences

Weekend Brunch
Multiple dates available
Our 'brunch with a view' offers an a-la-carte menu beyond the classics, featuring a menu of delicious items such as our signature Crab Cakes Eggs Benedict and Spencer's Steak and Eggs along with other brunch favourites. Pairs perfectly with our $27 bottomless mimosas. Brunch menu is available Saturday and Sunday, 11am - 3pm.
Shuck Wednesday
Multiple dates available
Join us every Wednesday for half-price oysters and half-price select bottles of wine, available from 5pm.
Sunday Prime Rib Dinner
CA$60.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Let us take care of Sunday dinner for you. Join us at Spencer's for our Sunday Prime Rib dinner available from 5pm to 8pm. Our Prime Rib feature is a 3-course menu including a seasonal starter, prime rib with chef curated accompaniments, and finished with a classic dessert. We can't wait to host you and your loved ones!

Private dining

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Popular dishes

Snow Crab Cakes
Vanilla bean créme fraîche, quince julienne | 26
East Coast Oysters
Mignonette, hot sauce | 4 ea
Beef Tartare
Cured egg yolk, comté, red wine syrup | 26
Burrata
Crunchy chili oil, cippolini onion, treviso jam, pomelo vinaigrette | 25 / 35
Loaded Potato Flatbread
Everything onion, crispy asiago, grated potato | 26
Confit Mushroom Flatbread
Polenta, puffed rice, fontina | 26
Falafel
Apricot cardamom jam, chickpea crema | 16
Clam Chowder
Potato, bacon, dill oil | 18
Tempura Shrimp
Avocado, orange, chili | 27
Foie Gras Torchon
Ice wine, green grape, lychee, toasted brioche | 28
Salmon Tataki
Wasabi mayo, pickled shiitake mushroom | 23
Parker House Rolls
Tomato vinaigrette | 1.5 ea

Salads

Spencer's Wedge
Poached apple, shaved celery, Stilton, ranch dressing | 18
Artisan Greens
Lolla rosa, baby gem, red oak, black plum vinaigrette | 18
Baby Kale Caesar
Bacon, parmesan, anchovy mayo dressing | 18

Entrées

Nova Scotia Lobster Roll
Celery, red onion, mayo | 27
Prime Rib Melt
Horseradish aïoli, caramelized and crispy onion, swiss cheese, toasted rye | 28
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Hot honey drizzle, carrot slaw, Boston lettuce, toasted challah, dill mayo | 26
Avocado Toast
Cured salmon, marinated red onion, fried capers, red radish, lemon oil, toasted sourdough | 26
Spencer’s Burger
Cheddar, iceberg lettuce, thousand island dressing, sweet pickle | 27
Braised Beef Short Rib
Lemon mascarpone fregola, amarena cherry, almond brittle, cauliflower | 46
Miso Salmon
King oyster mushroom, saffron aïoli | 41
Risotto
Parmesan, sweet pea, charred onion, maïtake mushroom | 36

Craft Cuts

8oz Tenderloin
Served with local vegetables and buttered potatoes | 63
12oz New York Striploin
Served with local vegetables and buttered potatoes | 59

Accompaniments

BordelaiseCA$6.00
Au PoivreCA$6.00
Café de Paris ButterCA$4.00

Sides

Crispy Brussel SproutsCA$14.00
Maple bacon
Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Gratin
Chive panko crumb | 16
Truffle Fries
Parmesan | 10 / 20

What 5,718 people are saying

Spencer's at the Waterfront 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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Halton
Great for outdoor dining
Halton
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Spencer's at the Waterfront offers "amazing food" and "excellent service" with a stunning lake view. The restaurant is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and thoughtful touches, like handwritten birthday notes. Guests enjoy dishes like the rib eye steak and oysters, highlighting "delicious menu choices." Despite occasional noise, it's a "top-notch dining experience."

5,718 Reviews

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Robin
Toronto / Ontario8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food and atmosphere. We really enjoyed our evening at Spencer’s!
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Rong
Toronto / Ontario19 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated our anniversary at this lovely restaurant today, and it was a truly memorable experience. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome and special throughout the evening. As a thoughtful gesture, they offered us two glasses of champagne to toast our celebration, which was such a nice surprise. The food was absolutely fantastic—delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. To top it all off, the restaurant overlooks the stunning Lake Ontario, providing a breathtaking backdrop for our special day. Highly recommended for any special occasion!
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Nichole
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was impeccable. Viewing the spectacular and the accommodation extended for my service dogs was heartfelt.
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Fran VIP
Key West / Florida Keys15 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very busy for brunch, seemed to be understaffed. Nevertheless food was very good.
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Sandra
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful lunch with friends on the patio Lovely breeze off the lake and our table was in the shade Our server was great and the food was delish as always We come down from Markham to meet our friends from Buffalo NY
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Megan
Toronto / Ontario1 review
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
For the price the food really isn’t very special. The service and patio are amazing though
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Nicole
Tampa / Central Florida West1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’m gonna make sure to visit Spencer ‘s every summer, and it’s never a disappointment. The patio is fantastic, and Service is always perfect. The server is know how to make conversation with you, in a way where you feel welcome and tended to, but not in a way that seems overbearing. Truly, a remarkable experience every time
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MaryAnne
Toronto / Ontario2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely afternoon. Just wish we had arrived sooner to get one of those outside tables that isn’t in the sun.
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Annette
Toronto / Ontario2 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We went in for our anniversary which the restaurant knew about. They sat us down a back hall towards the washroom, not the nicest seats, then forgot about us for a little over half an hour. The waiter recommended the tempura shrimp appetizer and said couples often ask for 4 shrimp instead of the 3 to share more easily, and we said yes to this, then only got 3. My husband received a 2nd drink, and I was never asked for another. When we got our bill we realized we were overcharged for the beer. So overall, not the best or most memorable night out. Disappointing…
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Trev
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We visited for my partners 50th birthday with her teens. Overall a great experience, delicious food, good drinks choices and very attentive service. Hard to ever rate anything a 5 but this was a great experience for a special occasion
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Spencer's at the Waterfront is rated 4.6 stars by 5718 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 7, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 95 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Spencer's at the Waterfront

1340 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON L7S 1B1

Additional information

Cross street
Brant Street
Neighborhood
Burlington
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 3:30 pm–5:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Paid parking until 4pm on the West Parking Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matteo Paonessa
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.spencers.ca/
Phone number
(905) 633-7494
Private party facilities
Located on the Burlington lakefront, Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers breathtaking views and fabulous food. Spencer’s offers a unique food concept, featuring market fresh fish, exceptional seafood and mouth-watering Craft Cut Steak.
Private party contact
Spencer's Front Desk: (905) 633-7494

Spencer's at the Waterfront

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

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Weekend Brunch

Shuck Wednesday

Sunday Prime Rib Dinner

Solarium

Custom inquiry

Nova Scotia Lobster Roll

East Coast Oysters

Lobster Thermidor

For the Table

Spencer’s Platter

Spencer’s Tower

Appetizers

Snow Crab Cakes

East Coast Oysters

Beef Tartare

Burrata

Loaded Potato Flatbread

Confit Mushroom Flatbread

Falafel

Clam Chowder

Tempura Shrimp

Foie Gras Torchon

Salmon Tataki

Parker House Rolls

Salads

Spencer's Wedge

Artisan Greens

Baby Kale Caesar

Entrées

Nova Scotia Lobster Roll

Prime Rib Melt

Fried Chicken Sandwich

Avocado Toast

Spencer’s Burger

Braised Beef Short Rib

Miso Salmon

Risotto

Craft Cuts

8oz Tenderloin

12oz New York Striploin

Accompaniments

BordelaiseCA$6.00

Au PoivreCA$6.00

Café de Paris ButterCA$4.00

Sides

Crispy Brussel SproutsCA$14.00

Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Gratin

Truffle Fries

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Review summary

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