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The Main Bar at HEIST. - HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club, Kingston, ON

HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club

4.7
4.7
759 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
Enjoy exceptional food prepared using local, seasonal ingredients + a curated wine and cocktail list in a vibrant downtown atmosphere.

Located on the corner of Brock and Wellington streets, just steps from the shops and entertainment of Downtown Kingston with a seasonal patio for al fresco dining. A place to plan, to meet and to mingle, HEIST offers its clientele a chance to ‘steal the moment’ of fun and provide an escape from the mundane within its beautifully designed setting.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (613) 548-9463
  • Website
    https://heistrestaurant.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Josh Ham
  • Private party facilities
    HEIST is the ideal setting to gather your nearest and dearest for any celebration, from engagement parties and wedding receptions to graduation after-parties, and reunions with old friends. Offering 3 exclusive private dining rooms: The Main Bar, The Courtyard and The Wellington Room.
  • Location
    168 Wellington St, Kingston, ON K7L 3E4
  • Neighbourhood
    Kingston
  • Cross Street
    Northwest corner of Brock and Wellington
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Downtown Transfer Point Platform 7
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • NEW YEARS EVE 2025

    $85.00 - $115.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year at HEIST! Indulge in one of our two prix fixe menus, expertly curated to showcase the chef's exquisite creations, featuring fresh seafood and a variety of flavorful dishes. To elevate your experience, we've included some fabulous optional additions for the table—think oysters on the half shell, succulent lobster tails, and our signature, mouthwatering 'za." Please see below link for our menu options. https://heistrestaurant.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/New-Years-Eve-Menu-FINAL.pdf *Menu, beverages, taxes and gratuity are to be paid separately at the restaurant. Seating's are limited to two hours.
    NEW YEARS EVE 2025 photo

  • A Night in Napa - with Merryvale Vineyards

    $250.00 per person

    Feb 6, 2025 only
    As part of our quarterly Wine Series: A Night in Napa Valley HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club welcomes Steele Cooper of Merryvale Vineyards, owned by the singular Schlatter family for over 30 years. With European roots and California dreams, the Schlatters embody both the reverence for history and optimism for the future that characterize this beloved Napa Valley landmark. Together, we have curated a fantastic 5-course menu including wine pairings from Merryvale's estate. 5-Course Menu inspired by the vibrant farm-to-table movement of Napa Valley. We're bringing fresh, seasonal flavours to Ontario - even through the depths of winter. Menu cost includes wine pairings, but not taxes or gratuity. For this event space is very limited.
    A Night in Napa - with Merryvale Vineyards photo

  • Merryvale Vineyards - Napa Valley - Wine Tasting

    $9.00 per person

    Jan 29, 2025 only
    As part of our quarterly Wine Series, journey through Napa Valley with HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club. Our co-host, Merryvale Vineyards, will be sampling wines from their impressive estate. $9 for three tastings - additional tastings available for purchase. Guided portion of the tasting begins at 5:15pm At this event, guests will have the opportunity to purchase individual bottles of Merryvale's wines; all of which are not available at the LCBO. Join us between 4pm-6pm for this exclusive opportunity to taste Merryvale's Estate Collection, including their Starmount Collection of wines. Guided portion of the tasting begins at 5:15pm ***If you would like to join us afterwards for dinner, please make a separate reservation.
    Merryvale Vineyards - Napa Valley - Wine Tasting photo

Menu

The Meet Up | Appetizers

  • Oysters

    a selection of east coast oysters served on crushed ice with red wine mignonette, lemon + shaved horseradish

    • Arancini$19.00

      gruyère stuffed crispy fried rice, pomodoro, basil

      • Fritto Misto$24.00

        bread crumbed calamari, shrimp, white fish, bibb lettuce, green goddess dressing

        • Crispy Pork Belly$22.00

          roasted BBQ pork belly, honey dijon, chicarones

          • Polenta Fries$16.00

            crispy polenta, basil aioli, herb salt

            • Crispy Pork Belly$22.00

              roasted BBQ pork belly, honey dijon, chicharrones

              • Shrimp Cocktail$21.00

                poached jumbo shrimp, lemon, classic seafood sauce

                The Plan | Appetizers

                • Caesar Salad$19.00

                  romaine, grilled corn, applewood smoked bacon, grana padano, caesar dressing

                  • Artisanal Green Salad$18.00

                    mixed greens, cider vinaigrette, crispy shallots, gremolata, shaved pecorino

                    • Ahi Tuna Crudo$24.00

                      seared ahi tuna, green onion-ginger ponzu, sesame, chili, corn nuts

                      • Rubbed Kale Salad$22.00

                        roasted beets, dukkah, pomegranate molasses dressing, feta

                        • Beef Carpaccio$23.00

                          beef tenderloin, roasted garlic aioli, pickled mustard seeds, root vegetable chips

                          • Deep Sea Scallops$27.00

                            pan seared scallops, snap peas, citrus beurre blanc, salmon roe

                            The Italian Job | Pizza

                            • Margherita$23.00

                              tomato sauce, basil, buffalo mozzarella

                              • The Fun-Ghi$25.00

                                roasted mushrooms, sweet onion, mozzarella, truffle oil

                                • Meatlovers$25.00

                                  house ragu, crispy bacon, sausage

                                  • Hot Honey$24.00

                                    hot honey, soppressata, dried chilies, mozzarella

                                    • French Onion$23.00

                                      caramelized onions, garlic crema, taleggio, chili crisp, mozzarella

                                      • Brie + Bacon$26.00

                                        applewood smoked bacon jam, triple cream brie

                                        • Confit Duck$25.00

                                          pulled duck confit, apple butter, wilted spinach, mozzarella, balsamic

                                          The Italian Job | Pasta

                                          • Linguine Fra Diavolo$29.00

                                            spicy prawns, tomato, fresh chili, basil, lemon

                                            • Spaghetti Bolognese$28.00

                                              beef-pork-ragu, basil, grana padano

                                              • Rigatoni Alla Vodka$26.00

                                                guanciale, scallion, chilies, vodka tomato cream sauce

                                                • Oriecchiette$29.00

                                                  italian sausage, cherry tomatoes, kale, chilies, white wine, garlic

                                                  • Pan Roasted Potato Gnocchi$33.00

                                                    grilled corn, roasted peppers, peas, mushrooms, scallion, garlic crema, grana padano

                                                    The Usual Suspects

                                                    • Stuffed Eggplant$29.00

                                                      oven roasted eggplant, pomodoro, mozzarella, pangrattato, seasonal vegetable

                                                      • Hunter's Chicken$33.00

                                                        roasted half chicken, mushroom pan sauce, whipped potato, charred cabbage

                                                        • Snapper Cioppino$41.00

                                                          lobster bisque, mussels, prawns, spinach, leek, toasted sourdough

                                                          • Chicken Parmigiana$34.00

                                                            breaded chicken breast, pomodoro, buffalo mozzarella, rigatoni alla vodka

                                                            • Confit Duck Leg$41.00

                                                              glazed turnip, leeks, brussels sprouts

                                                              The Steak Out

                                                              • 4oz Tenderloin$36.00

                                                                roasted lemon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus

                                                                • 6oz Striploin$39.00

                                                                  roasted lemon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus

                                                                  • 8oz Tenderloin$56.00

                                                                    roasted lemon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus

                                                                    • 12oz Striploin$60.00

                                                                      roasted lemon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus

                                                                      Accomplices

                                                                        Starch

                                                                        • Roasted Lemon Potatoes$13.00

                                                                          • Fries$10.00

                                                                            Vegetables

                                                                            • Seasonal Vegetables$15.00

                                                                              • Sauteed Mushrooms$16.00

                                                                                Add Ons

                                                                                • Chicken Breast, 5oz$13.00

                                                                                  • Grilled Shrimp, 3pcs$15.00

                                                                                    • 3pcs$15.00

                                                                                  • Seared Scallop, 2pcs$18.00

                                                                                    • 2pcs$17.00

                                                                                  • Grilled Lobster Tail$25.00

                                                                                    Last updated: December 6, 2024

                                                                                    What 759 people are saying

                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                    4.7
                                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.3Value

                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                    • Kingston

                                                                                      Best Overall

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                                                                                      Best Service

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                                                                                      Best Ambience

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                                                                                      Best Value

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                                                                                      Good for business meals

                                                                                    • Kingston

                                                                                      Great for creative cocktails

                                                                                    • Kingston

                                                                                      Healthy

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                                                                                      Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                    • Kingston

                                                                                      Good for special occasions

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                                                                                      Lively

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                                                                                      Most Booked

                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club in Kingston delivers a remarkable dining experience with "amazing food," an extensive wine list, and "fantastic service." The elegant setting offers a range of dishes, from pizza to steak, all presented beautifully. Guests consistently praise the ambiance and attentive staff, making it a top choice for special occasions.

                                                                                    759 Reviews

                                                                                    1. Meghan

                                                                                      Toronto

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Excellent food and service! Very attentive and helpful staff.

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                                                                                    2. AARTHI

                                                                                      Toronto

                                                                                      11 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      11 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Gem in Downtown Kingston. Would make the trek from Toronto for dinner here.

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                                                                                    3. David

                                                                                      Toronto

                                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      All of us enjoyed our salad starters, pasta mains, and desserts. Service was excellent and the atmosphere was upscale, yet unpretentious. Although we dined early, by the time we left it was filling up with patrons. Don't miss an opportunity to dine here.

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                                                                                    4. Laurie

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Naples

                                                                                      20 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      20 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      It was great all around , great food and great service

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                                                                                    5. L

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Toronto

                                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on December 13, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We ordered all the appetizers and mains (party of 8), every dish was scrumptious. Started at happy hour, fantastic cocktails and then for dinner, bottles of Serenis Prosecco and Zyme red wine. Ordered desserts and espresso martinis…stayed until the restaurant closed. Stephanie our server was outstanding and contributed to us having the very best time. Thank you to Heist for a wonderful evening of celebration!!

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                                                                                    6. Martin

                                                                                      Toronto

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We had a wonderful dining experience, food was done to perfection, atmosphere was very nice and our server Zoe was attentive, friendly and polite. This was our second time at Heist and won’t be our last.

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                                                                                    7. Cindi

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      Miami

                                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      9 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on December 7, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      The restaurant is beautiful. Food is delicious and the service was excellent. Our waitress was so nice and very accommodating.

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                                                                                    8. Tom

                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on December 6, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Excellent food and service, relaxing space. Very nice experience and will be back

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                                                                                    9. CJ

                                                                                      Toronto

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined on December 2, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      It was our 25th anniversary being together and we normally chose a different restaurant to experience. If it is possible that customers have a option to request for table seating, like quieter corner, or avoiding seated next to another diners on both left and right

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                                                                                    10. MarniM

                                                                                      VIP

                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on November 30, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                                                      I have a gluten allergy and ordered gluten free pasta. Turns out I was not given gluten free noodles and became very very sick

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 548-9463.

                                                                                    HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club is rated 4.7 stars by 759 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                    Make a reservation

                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                    7:00 p.m.
                                                                                    Booked 20 times today
                                                                                    Experiences are available.

                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                    Google Map for HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club

                                                                                    168 Wellington St, Kingston, ON K7L 3E4

                                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                      Northwest corner of Brock and Wellington
                                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                                      Kingston
                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                      Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                      CAN$31 to CAN$50
                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                      Contemporary Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                      Street Parking
                                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                                      Downtown Transfer Point Platform 7
                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                      Josh Ham
                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                      https://heistrestaurant.ca/
                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                      (613) 548-9463
                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                      HEIST is the ideal setting to gather your nearest and dearest for any celebration, from engagement parties and wedding receptions to graduation after-parties, and reunions with old friends. Offering 3 exclusive private dining rooms: The Main Bar, The Courtyard and The Wellington Room.
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