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AquaTerra, Kingston, ON

AquaTerra

4.6
4.6
1137 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Canadian
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Kingston’s choice for waterfront dining, AquaTerra offers picturesque waterfront views of Lake Ontario and Confederation Harbour and a menu that focuses on the freshest, and whenever possible, locally sourced ingredients.

Mentioned in “Where to Eat in Canada” for over a decade and recommended by HuffPost Canada Living, an extensive wine list and private and semi-private dining options for groups large and small.

Our thanks to OpenTable Diners who have voted us in Canada’s Top 100 Best Brunch and Most Romantic Restaurants.



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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (613) 549-6243
  • Website
    http://www.aquaterrakingston.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Perfect for any function, AquaTerra Catering offers the same high-quality food and service you've come to expect from AquaTerra's culinary team. Choose pick-up, drop-offs or a fully catered event. Whether you're planning a corporate lunch or reception, a holiday party, a wedding, or a social gathering, let us help make your next event a memorable culinary experience. Please contact us at 613.650.5424 or contact@aquaterracatering.com to begin planning.
  • Private party contact
    Emily Smith: (613) 650-5405
  • Location
    1 Johnson St., Kingston, ON K7L 5H7
  • Neighbourhood
    Kingston
  • Cross Street
    Ontario St.
  • Parking Details
    Parking available at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront. We will happily validate parking for this lot. Otherwise, street parking is available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,137 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Kingston

    Best Value

  • Kingston

    Good for business meals

  • Kingston

    Good for business meals

  • Kingston

    Good for groups

  • Kingston

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Kingston

    Good for special occasions

  • Kingston

    Lively

  • Kingston

    Most Booked

1,137 Reviews

  1. Georob

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    When I make a reservation for 3, I expect I’ll be taken to a table with 3 places set. That was not the case and it was up to me to remove the 4th setting and deposit on an adjacent table…not a great start! And please do not offer to “grab” me a drink; perhaps you could just offer to bring me a drink! Our server was very attentive though he did not check back to see how everything was so we were forced to flag him down to get some salt. The food and presentation were generally very good though some of the prices seemed excessive. There were no nightly specials because “the chef is working on a new menu” which I found to be an odd reason…”but normally we do have specials”.

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  2. JoeC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    As always we had a lovely stay and dinner. Although we haven’t been here in several years we were very pleased to return to one of our favourite restaurants.

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  3. AlmaF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We got the table I requested when I made the reservation. Thanks

    AquaTerraResponded 6 days ago

    Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra and hope to see you again soon

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  4. TeresaO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and served by very friendly staff. The menu has a nice variety of choices-we had dinner one evening and breakfast the following morning. We will definitely eat here again.

    AquaTerraResponded 6 days ago

    Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra and hope to see you again soon

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  5. EvanT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service (James) and incredible menu offering.

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  6. Ureak

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent, with a special mention to the chocolate tart. Service very gentle, may be a little slow.

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  7. ColinJ

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    Food was only ok, lamb was swamped with Tomatoes and no starch, shrimp were advertised as wild caught Argentinian shrimp, they certainly were not, they were poor quality farmed. The service was poor, the server missed our appetizers and was far from friendly. Not a good experience, very disapointing

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  8. Helene819

    Ottawa

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Très bon partage de petits plats en amoureux. Nous avons partagé les calmars frits, le crudo de thon et avocat et une salade de speck-burrata et melon. Tout était délicieux et le serveur connaissait son affaire.

    AquaTerraResponded 6 days ago

    Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra and hope to see you again soon

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  9. NavS

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely evening - all components of the dinner were very nice.

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  10. Sunny

    Vancouver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Aquaterra is always consistent in the food quality, service and setting. I like it here.

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  11. AnnmarieC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Morgyn was very pleasant and accommodating. Food was delicious as usual.

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  12. Nemuss77

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very chic atmosphere for a nice quiet lunch. Views of the water and great service made for a lovely lunch time meal. Service was friendly, efficient and attentive Both meals were delicious and their menu allows for many choices.

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  13. SamyA

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience1
    All seafoods, entrees or main dish were way, way, way below par. We didn't think the chef knew how to cook any seafood! The meats, with their accompaniments, on the other were exceptional. The restaurant atmosphere lends to a very low end establishment. The table settings does not merit any stars on the contrary. Hence the whole experience was pretty disappointing, the personnel on the other hand did their best with what was given to them to work with!

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  14. LesL

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Should ask guests if they are in hurry! Had to request that the meal slow down. Waiter was excellent.

    AquaTerraResponded on September 10, 2023

    Hi Les, thank you for joining us and we have noted your comments on timing. We are also happy to hear you enjoyed your server.

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  15. ChristineB

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitely recommend, lovely setting and view of the water

    AquaTerraResponded on September 5, 2023

    Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra and hope to see you again soon

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  16. Karen

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All was great! Meals taste and presentation of food was wonderful! The staff was present enough and the view on the marina was beautiful.

    AquaTerraResponded on September 5, 2023

    Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra and hope to see you again soon. We will also pass along your comments to our Chef about food.

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  17. ValerieM

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal and a good choice on the menu. My friend did find the mini tacos a challenge to roll however. Great service too.

    AquaTerraResponded on September 5, 2023

    Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra. We will also pass along your comments about the tacos to our chef and team and hope to see you again soon.

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  18. NicoleO

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience5
    Marco is always excellent; the food was terrible. 3/4 of us had a chicken special which was akin to some chicken mcnuggets- but blander. The rice (?) accompanying the nuggets was not disimilar to rice a roni saturated with soy sauce. Not good value- I was unable to eat the main- too salty and not what I expect from Aqua Terra.

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  19. MikeB

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    After an unpleasant, very noisy meal at Heist three days earlier, Aquaterra was a startling contrast.

    AquaTerraResponded on August 26, 2023

    Hi Mike, It is always encouraging to hear positive feedback and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Thank you,

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  20. SusanA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food with unique presentation. Enjoyed everything.

    AquaTerraResponded on August 21, 2023

    Dear, Susan, It is always encouraging to hear positive feedback from out guests. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you again soon. Sincerely, Revelee Laffin

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  21. BillfromVictoria

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Generally very good, but expensive. Ribeye steak was tender but too much fat and sinew, in my opinion. I'd recommend the beef tenderloin instead.

    AquaTerraResponded on August 27, 2023

    Hi Bill, Thank you for talking time to provide your feedback. We are happy to hear that your recommend the tenderloin. I have also passed your comments on the ribeye to our chef and team. Hope to see you again.

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  22. DonnaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We started with calamari - the sauce that came with it was remarkable and the dish was perfectly cooked. My partner had scallops and he loved them and I went for the steak. It almost melted in my mouth it was so good. We also started with a cocktail as it was our anniversary. My husband had one with amaretto, grand marnier and lemon juice. It was fantastic.

    AquaTerraResponded on August 27, 2023

    HI Donna, Thank you for your review and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience with us and I will pass along your comments about our delicious food to the kitchen team. Thank you!

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  23. Richard

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Waitress very pleasant, helpful and accommodating. Expensive appetizer was overcooked (octupus) and entree vegetable asparagus was undercooked. BC Halibut was excellent and prepared just right. 7 layer chocolate cake was delicious. Breakfast waitress equally wonderful. Great personalities!

    AquaTerraResponded on August 21, 2023

    Dear Richard, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts regarding your dining experience. I am happy to hear that you had a pleasant experience with your server. I appreciate you bringing your food issues to our attention. I will share your message with the Chef and team. Once again, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I appreciate you choosing to dine with us. Sincerely, Revelee Laffin

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  24. Jammer

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    A lovely lunch over looking the boats! Well presented tasty food with some inventive twists

    AquaTerraResponded on August 21, 2023

    Dear Jammer, We love hearing positive feedback from our guests and are happy you enjoyed your dining experience with us. We hope to welcome you again soon. Sincerely, Revelee Laffin

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  25. DonC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious and thoughtfully prepared food. Superb experience with our server!

    AquaTerraResponded on September 5, 2023

    Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra and we love to hear that your enjoyed your food and your experience with your server. We hope to see you again soon

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  26. PDavid

    Toronto

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Pleasant dining room with view of the lake. Wonderful service. Good food. List of wines by the glass could be expanded, perhaps to include some better wines.

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  27. Sailorman

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We were the beneficiaries of a very personable and helpful server who helped make it a special occasion.

    AquaTerraResponded on September 10, 2023

    Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra and hope to see you again soon

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  28. KarenE

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Don’t waste your money on the sourdough bread. The Caesar Salad and Pan Seared Scallops with pasta were very good (but a bit pricey) and the service was great

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  29. KarenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our lunch was great. Food was awesome and our server could not have been better.

    AquaTerraResponded on September 10, 2023

    Thank you for your 5 star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your experience at Aquaterra and hope to see you again soon

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Marco was a very pleasant and professional waiter and offered good recommendations and knew the menu very well

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  31. Vall

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    best calamari I’ve had! sourdough bread was very tasty. The chef was very accommodating with my dairy allergy and recreated a dish for me. Service by Trevor was amazing, very fast and great service. Thank you! Beautiful view of the water and nice atmosphere! Only thing I would change is more comfortable chairs in the dining room.

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  32. JukkaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! great service! Highly recommend this restaurant!

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  33. AdrianaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing had a wonderful time, are experience was pure excellence from the moment we entered and sat down our waiter was incredible and had an awesome personality very attentive .....food , wine ,dessert was so tasty full on flavors compliments to the Chef and all staff Will return soon your hands down #1 for us Thank you again ❤️ Adriana

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  34. Todd

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The hostess wished us a happy anniversary Which was very nice Marco the server was incredible Great food great staff

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  35. PaulH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We wanted to sit outside in the patio - marine side (fully booked) but ended up in the main dining room overlooking the marina. It turned out to be the better experience. The service was outstanding and the food was delicious. An "amuse bouche" started of our experience which was an appreciated addition. I recommend AquaTerra for dining out for those special occasions when you want to have something "extra".

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  36. PhillipeR

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday date with my husband Great view, excellent service and food

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  37. Maos

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The food was ok. I was expecting more variety and flavours for the price of the meals. The service was excellent, but the quality food was average from my point of view.

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  38. RickL

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very nice evening...staff Suzie and chefs were excellent. Ribeye cut was ok.. too small and fatty to be 12oz @ $52.. but the 6oz tenderloin was absolutely amazing!

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  39. ScottM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were a bit disappointed as it appeared that we could get brunch only to find out that brunch is now only served on sundays. Also wondering why when a reservation is made and you select occasion - there is no mention by the staff. Wondering why ask. Food and staff in the restaurant proper was delightful.

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  40. PauletteD

    Vancouver

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Food was very good..had the Pacific Halibut, it was excellent..wait staff were great, only reason not a 5 overall, the large windows overlooking the harbor needed a cleaning..but recommend this restaurant for a very tasty and nicely presented meal.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

AquaTerra is rated 4.6 stars by 1137 OpenTable diners.

AquaTerra 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.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for AquaTerra

1 Johnson St., Kingston, ON K7L 5H7

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Ontario St.
  • Neighbourhood
    Kingston
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Bar Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    Parking available at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Kingston Waterfront. We will happily validate parking for this lot. Otherwise, street parking is available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.aquaterrakingston.com/
  • Phone number
    (613) 549-6243
  • Catering
    Perfect for any function, AquaTerra Catering offers the same high-quality food and service you've come to expect from AquaTerra's culinary team. Choose pick-up, drop-offs or a fully catered event. Whether you're planning a corporate lunch or reception, a holiday party, a wedding, or a social gathering, let us help make your next event a memorable culinary experience. Please contact us at 613.650.5424 or contact@aquaterracatering.com to begin planning.
  • Private party contact
    Emily Smith: (613) 650-5405

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