The Gate House Bistro

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on January 1, 2023

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   New Year’s Eve

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   Sassiesomm

   Toronto

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 17, 2022

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   Food and service was great but it was freezing - there seemed to be something up with the ac/heat. I had to wear my coat, but overall it was a lovely place to dine pre-theatre.

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   Notler

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 16, 2022

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   Amazing food by Chef Treadwell. A must if you are visiting Niagara!

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   RuthK

   Toronto

   12 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on December 16, 2022

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   Lobster Linguine: what a disappointment as lots of peas and bacon but no solid pieces of lobster other than a couple of tentacles which I would feed to the cat and all this for $36. My friend had the Buffalo Milk Burrata with Heirloom Tomatoes and said the tomatoes definitely were past their prime and would have been better suited in a pasta sauce and as for the burrata, it too was a disappointment as not seeming as fresh.

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 10, 2022

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   It was breakfast with Santa. Took my grandson who is 3. He loved it. Food was a bit pricey for a 3 year old but we enjoyed it.

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   thebookbelongsto

   Toronto

   15 reviews

   4.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on December 9, 2022

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   Staff were extremely helpful and professional. Great food in a great location but this is more set up for an event space.

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   KaytlynR

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 13, 2022

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   The server was very professional and helpful! We had a great time

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8. L

   London

   Palm Springs

   27 reviews

   1.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on October 14, 2022

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   Unfortunately we did not end up staying for dinner. The venue is more suited to a “ wedding “ or Event” . Just. A few table scattered in a room with no ambiance at all . The menus was very limited and we were looking for a bit more variety.

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9. KM

   KatherineM

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on September 25, 2022

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   Sat on gorgeous patio. Service was top notch. Food was delicious but pricy (as expected given location and farm to table).

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    DanielleN

    Toronto

    9 reviews

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    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2022

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    Yummy brunch!

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    jujubered

    Vancouver

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2022

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    Lunch: I had a wonderful peach, pecan and goat cheese salad, and my sister had a delicious sandwich. We would eat there again.

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    Alpat

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2022

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    Our server was excellent, very friendly and always there when needed. Very knowledgeable as well. The avocado toast was too hard and had too much pepper for my taste. The eggs Benedict were just average. The smoked salmon didn’t have much taste. There was very little hollandaise sauce as well. Not sure if we would recommend to friends.

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    DavidfromOrangeville

    Toronto

    8 reviews

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    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2022

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    Service was excellent and our server was wonderful and despite a small delay in receiving our main meal, kept us updated and aware. She was incredibly busy but made us feel like we were her only customers. Excellent service.

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    JoeLucky

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2022

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    Awesome patio, friendly service, consistently good food, sometimes a bit overcooked. Always a delight.

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    Howard

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2022

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    I was disappointed that I couldn't request seating outside when I made the reservation and there were no tables of course when we got there.

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    ZGur

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2022

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    Great atmosphere, but the food is overpriced for what you get. It was quite noisy when we went for brunch, two large groups there at the same time. There are better places to spend your money.

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    PhilS

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 3, 2022

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    We went here to celebrate my Moms 102 birthday. She loves Niagara on the lake so it was a nice choice she loved it. She had the salmon and ate everything on her plate. Restaurant gave her a wonderful desert. It was a wonderful day and she really enjoyed thanks to the staff.

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    Client

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2022

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    Pizza dough was dense very disappointing. When we arrive we were told to order now because the kitchen was closing, but they accepted the reservation weeks ago at that time. Overpriced for everything. Ambiance is very quiet.

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    TinaG

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2022

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    Always good food & service

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    GordonB

    Edmonton

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2022

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    Took two hours a charcuterie board and a pizza. They were understaffed and the staff they had were inexperienced

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    BobandSharon

    Toronto

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2022

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    We decided to try out The Gate House as we’d been buy it numerous times but not stopped. We’re so glad we did. We sat inside with a lovely window seat. My wife ordered the Pan seared salmon and I ordered the Linguini Carbonara. Both were outstanding. They have a great selection of wines as well. Our waitress was wonderful and the staff truly all work together to provide a great experience for diners. We’ll look forward to returning to this NOTL gem.

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    Eufare

    Toronto

    24 reviews

    2.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2022

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    Our group could not understand how a fired oven pizza can be made to look disgusting and taste equally mediocre. This place knows how. Never again.

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    JohnS

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

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    A wonderful experience! Elegant surroundings, quiet with wonderful food and service.

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    RandyB

    Montreal

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2022

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    Great food but very loud as voices echo through the large room ... bright lights so not the greatest ambience for a evening dinner. Food and service were very good in spite of the atmosphere.

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    Melie

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2022

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    This restaurant was very disappointing. The ambiance was terrible. Our table was set in the middle of a wide open room it felt very awkward. The decor was very “blah” and it was very bright. The lighting needed to be dimmed to set the mood a bit. The waitress was unable to explain the menu very well but she was friendly. My husband meal was okay and the portion was large however mine was a total miss. The chicken was undercooked and I kept biting into large pieces of pepper. Definitely regretted this choice and will not be returning.

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    Vinnie

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2022

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    My husband had the beef tenderloin and gave it a five star. I had he salmon which I felt was not cooked. It was taken off my bill. I paid $25 for a glass of red wine which was served in what I would say a dollar store white wine glass. I would say our overall experience was pleasant but I would not return. I would definitely recommend it but just not for me.

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    Fidelis

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2022

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    We always enjoy eating at the Gate House. The service has always been friendly and prompt, the food looks and tastes delicious and the surroundings are clean and inviting. We highly recommend eating there.

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    waterloo58

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2022

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    The steak was tough, carrots cold , selection was very limited

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    Hollywood

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2021

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    Went for dinner for my birthday! Food and service was exceptional!

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    Jeffer24

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2021

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    The restaurant was closed. They are now closed Monday and Tuesday but haven’t bothered to update their website or apparently inform OpenTable. We were meeting friends for a milestone birthday and the place was dark. Brutal!

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    KimZ

    Manitoba

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2021

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    We were looking forward to an upscale dinner experience unfortunately the setting was sparse / boring , and the noise level was uncomfortable. With no carpet, curtains, linens or acoustic tile everything echoed. The “ Indian experience” food was overpriced and largely unremarkable. Having to pay extra for rice was unusual. The butter chicken was delicious however and more than enough for two people after a samosa and another appetizer. Our server was pleasant and personable.

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    Brontegal1

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2021

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    Our server was absolutely super and food was awesome. Thank you

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    SteveR

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2021

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    We have eaten here a couple times and have always had an excellent experience. The ingredients are free, local and the dishes are inspired. It’s on the pricy side, but worth every penny.

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    Guestof4

    Toronto

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2021

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    We went there for our anniversary & got the window table I asked for but 2 of the customers were extremely loud & irritating, one sat behind us the the other was on the other side of the curtain in a group of 8. Very inconsiderate to all the other tables around them that are trying to enjoy their conversation, company & meal. Otherwise our waitress was great & the food was delicious.

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    Katharine

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2021

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    Food was generally very good. Ambience was very stark. If I go back I will wait until nice weather to be outside. Service very pleasant and friendly although not strictly professionally trained.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2021

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    Great ambience, food and service.

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    aleemv

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2021

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    Excellent restaurant, I would highly recommend it for anyone looking for great dining in Niagara on the lake. The burrata and fig was delicious, and the slow braised beef was so soft you could cut it with a fork. I would definitely come back here when I'm back at Niagara on the lake.

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    DavidT

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2021

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    Beautiful location, very bright dining room. Server was very attentive to our needs, and they made our anniversary occasion feel special. Highly recommend.

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    MikaB

    Toronto

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2021

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    Nice modern setting and excellent service. Food was just okay. Pizza with chorizo sausage was not baked enough and doused in sauce - so it was partially raw and soggy. Butternut squash risotto was cooked perfectly, nice saffron and nut crumble but it lacked seasoning - so end result was bland. Would recommend the Sticky Toffee pudding which was very good.

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    KatD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2021

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    Had dinner at the Gate House on Friday night…the place was super quiet and definitely lacked energy and good vibes. We chose to sit outside as inside seemed way too quiet. There was no music inside just the sound of forks on plates. Outside had some quiet music and two of the three heaters were working. Became a bit cold after some time. The food was delicious and that’s super important. The menu is short and sweet and has enough to please anyone I think. A limited menu only means the dishes they do have will be on point. The bar is very limited though and besides basic drinks there was very little variety (no bartender either). Service was great - the waitress had no issue relocating us from inside to outside and then again closer to a heater. We were happy with the food but the atmosphere wasn’t anything special.

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