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Don Julio Tacos & Tequila Bar
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(270)Don Julio Tacos & Tequila Bar offers a true taste of Mexico within a fun casual environment. When you first step onto our patio you become part of the atmosphere, joining a diverse crowd enjoying flavours picked directly from Mexico.
Experience the freshest-tasting guacamole. Sample from 50 varieties of tequila. Order a margarita with a sour mix you’ll taste nowhere else! Don Julio Tacos & Tequila Bar provides a diverse menu with a distinct attention to detail including corn tortillas made by hand and cooked fresh on the Comal in our kitchen, just as they are made in kitchens throughout Mexico.
Prepare for a treat with the authentic Mexican flavours of Don Julio Tacos & Tequila Bar. Whether you’re looking for a tasty meal or late-night fun, you’ll find it here.Dels Italian Kitchen
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(2,256)We thank you for booking at Dels!
Dels Italian Kitchen is a great choice for a casual night out with its vibrant setting, cozy patio, open kitchen and comfortable bar. Our Chefs approachable Italian kitchen cuisine is always prepared with the highest standards and freshest ingredients. We know you will appreciate the details that make dels special...pasta made from scratch, house made sauces, fresh baked flowerpot bread, hand stretched pizzas baked in our stone hearth pizza oven.
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Charcoal Steak House
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(4,120)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.Golf's Steak House & Seafood
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(3,367)Romantically perched above the historic Grand River, Golf's offers award-winning food and a stunning view from our four seasons solarium. For nearly 4 decades, Golf's has been a local favorite specializing in different cuts of steaks such as Roast Prime Rib, 24oz Porterhouse, and Strip Loin Steaks all hand carved and trimmed on-site by our team of talented Chefs.
Moxies - Kitchener
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(143)Moxies in Kitchener, Ontario is a showcase restaurant for the culinary skills of Chef Brandon Thordarson. This energetic urban grill offers a variety of fusion dishes that include everything from Asian-inspired rolls to souvlaki and burgers. The chef goes to great lengths to ensure that all ingredients are fresh and seasonal, so the menu at Moxies does change periodically.
Diners can enjoy interesting takes on old favorites, such as sushi cones, fusion-inspired chicken wings and more. Moxies also serves a variety of cocktails, beer and wine, and also serves the house-crafted beer “Big Life”. As with the food, cocktails are inspired by global flavors and are always prepared with an interesting twist to bring something new to life.Red Lobster - Kitchener
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.6(120)Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration.
Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favourites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild-caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo.
Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maritime Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Shrimp Caesars and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today.
Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options available. For parties of 11+, please call the restaurant.
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- EErinToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoOur food and drinks were excellent. Logan was a fantastic server and has a wonderful personality. Thanks for the great evening!More infoDels Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kitchener•4.8
- MMichaelVIPToronto / Ontario •14 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoThe menu is straight forward, the soup was excellent and the Rigatoni Bolognese was very tasty and delivered hot. This restaurant is an excellent choice if you want good food at a reasonable price.More infoLa Cucina - KitchenerPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Kitchener•4.7
- IIrynaToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoNice clean place, quality service and delicious pizza. We really liked it, we will come here now. Children are delighted with the interactive table. Adults too - it is an opportunity for everyone to have fun together. Thank you🙏🌺More infoGraffiti MarketPrice: Expensive• Pizza Bar• Kitchener•4.4
- EEmilyToronto / Ontario •5 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 25, 2025Very good service and food was excellent. Nice dinner with familyMore infoTWH Social Bar & BistroPrice: Expensive• Canadian• Kitchener•4.6
- NNormandOttawa •8 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 17, 2025As always very good food, great service and value.More infoMoxies - KitchenerPrice: Moderate• American• Kitchener•4.6
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Kitchener is Queen of Hearts Tea House
The best vegan restaurants in Kitchener are Charcoal Steak House, Dels Italian Kitchen and Borealis Grille & Bar - Kitchener
The best vegetarian restaurants in Kitchener are Charcoal Steak House, Dels Italian Kitchen and Golf's Steak House & Seafood
The restaurants with the best service in Kitchener are Queen of Hearts Tea House, Don Julio Tacos & Tequila Bar and Golf's Steak House & Seafood
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Kitchener are Charcoal Steak House, Don Julio Tacos & Tequila Bar and The Civil
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