Borealis Grille & Bar - Kitchener

4.5

2656 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

Borealis Grille & Bar serves the very best of locally crafted foods and beverages. We bring "The Taste of Ontario”, the highest quality of fresh products from Ontario farmers, breweries and wineries to our guests each and every day. We carry a great combination of lunch and dinner items to chose from, with an assortment of 20 Micro Brews on tap and a selection of Ontario's top wineries. This combined with a deep respect for local heritage and craftsmanship and an unwavering dedication for sustainability has given us an award wining recipe.
There are 5 things we consider when we choose what goes on our menu:
1)Taste. Superior quality, taste and freshness from buying local.
2)Health. Whole foods are more nutritious, period.
3)Environment. Less transport, less waste, lower carbon footprint.
4)Community. Trusted relationships with local farmers, brewers and wine makers.
5)Economy. Buying local supports, strengthens, and diversifies our regional economy.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(519) 219-9007
Website
http://www.borealisgrille.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
4336 King Street East, Kitchener, ON N2P 3W6
Neighborhood
Kitchener
Cross street
King Street East & Sportsworld Dr. (Maple Grove Rd
Parking details
There is a large lot that can accommodate all vehicles and has wheelchair access close to the restaurant.
Public transit
We are located at Sportsworld Drive in Kichener. Bus route 52 (Fairview Park/Ainslie St. Route).Here is a link to the transit map.http://www.grt.ca/en/routesSchedules/resources/2014transitmapKW.pdf
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Wednesday Date Night
Multiple dates available
On Wednesday evenings two can dine for $69.95. Includes 3 courses, with multiple choices for each course!
New Year's Eve Celebration Dinner
Dec 31, 2024 only
Begin ringing in 2025 with our chef-curated New Year’s Eve features, showcasing locally inspired dishes and celebratory craft cocktails! Indulge in standout creations like our VG Farms Tomahawk Short Rib ,Crispy Skin Manitoulin Trout, classic Steak Frites, and Mushroom Rigatoni. And to end the evening on a sweet note, savour decadent desserts like Maple Creme Brulee and a rich Chocolate Torte. Join us for an unforgettable night of flavors, festivities, and the perfect start to the new year! Full menu available along with chef's feature dishes. We're also making it a family affair with a Kid's Countdown at 6pm!

Offers

Thursday 1/2 Priced Bottles
Multiple dates available
Thu - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Thirsty Thursday for Wine Lovers. Get 1/2 off bottles of wine all day!

Popular dishes

Daily Market SoupCA$8.95
chef's seasonal selection
Spinach Ricotta DipCA$17.95
caramelized onions, fresh herbs, rosemary focaccia
Bacon FlatbreadCA$17.95
smoked ontario pork belly, onion jam, chedar cheese, sour cream, potato crisps, scallions
Pesto Bruschetta FlatbreadCA$17.95
grape tomato bruschetta, hemp seed pesto, goat cheese, dressed arugula
Wild Boar PoutineCA$19.95
fresh fries, slow roasted pulled boar, thornloe cheese curds, short rib gravy, crispy onions
Corn + Black Bean AntojitosCA$16.95
southwest spiced cream cheese, sour cream, pickled onions, cilantro
Barrie's Farm NachosCA$19.95
corn + asparagus chips, mixed cheese, corn + black bean salsa, pickled onions, sour cream, cilantro Top your nachos with chicken $6.95, bacon $3.95, extra cheese $5.95
Ontario Chicken WingsCA$17.95
1 lb local breaded chicken wings, crudite + ranch, flavours: sea salt + pepper, hot, signature BBQ or apple mustard
Parmesan FriesCA$9.95
served with roasted garlic aioli

Handhelds

Substitute items with fries for: leafy greens, kale caesar salad, or parmesan fries for +$2.95 I Gluten Free buns available +$1.00 I Add Bacon +$3.95

Turkey BurgerCA$19.95
hayter's ground turkey, cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, roasted garlic aioli, pickled onions, toasted bun, fries
Cheddar BurgerCA$20.95
yu ranch beef + pork patty, cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, house pickles, roasted garlic aioli, toasted bun, fries
Bacon Blue Cheese BurgerCA$23.95
yu ranch grass fed beef + pork patty, blue cheese, peppercorn bacon, shredded lettuce, crispy onions, roasted garlic aioli, toasted bun, fries
Crispy Chickpea BurgerCA$19.95
crispy chickpea falafel, hemp seed pesto, goat cheese, roasted garlic aioli, pickled onions, greens, toasted bun, fries
Borealis Chicken ClubCA$20.95
grilled ontario chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, crisp bacon, roasted garlic aioli, pickled onions, greens, tomato preserve, schiacciata bun, fries
Fried Chicken SandwichCA$20.95
buttermilk fried ontario chicken thigh, 'nbhd goods' apple mustard, house pickles, ranch, shredded lettuce, toasted bun, fries
Steak SandwichCA$26.95
grilled 5oz vg farms striploin, roasted garlic aioli, onion jam, greens, schiacciata bun, fries

Lunchables

substitute soup or kale caesar +$2.95

Soup + SaladCA$14.95
daily market soup with leafy greens salad
Half Flatbread + SaladCA$17.95
your choice of half flatbread (bacon or pesto bruschetta) with leafy greens salad
Double Taco + SaladCA$19.95
your choice of 2 x veggie or great lakes cajun fish tacos with leafy greens I veggie tacos: chickpea falafel, pickled onions, lettuce, sour cream, goat cheese I great lakes cajun fish tacos: ocean wise pickerel bites dusted + fried, house slaw, pickled onion, dill tartar sauce

Salad Bowls

Add grilled chicken breast +$9.95, cajun tofu +$7.95, pan seared trout +$11.95

Kale Caesar SaladCA$14.95
kale, herb + cheese croutons, local parmesan, crisp bacon, garlic dressing (small $9.95)
Leafy Green SaladCA$13.95
cucumber, grape tomatoes, pickled onions, herbed vinaigrette (small $8.95)
VG Farms Steak SaladCA$27.95
mixed greens, roasted red peppers, pickled onions, cucumbers, creamy blue cheese dressing, potato crisps
Blackened Chicken Taco SaladCA$20.95
mixed greens, chilled blackened chicken, pickled onions, cucumbers, mixed cheese, black bean + corn salsa, herbed vinaigrette, cilantro, crushed barrie's asparagus chips

Local Heroes

Three Sisters BowlCA$22.95
roasted butternut squash, charred corn, spiced black beans, hemp seed pesto, honey cider gastrique, toasted walnut crumble, wild rice pilaf
1 Pc Buttermilk Fried Ontario ChickenCA$20.95
fried chicken thigh, fresh cut fries, coleslaw, choice of BBQ, ranch or hot sauce
2 Pcs Buttermilk Fried ChickenCA$28.95
2 pcs fried chicken thighs, fresh cut fries, coleslaw, choice of BBQ, ranch or hot sauce
Great Lakes Fish + ChipsCA$22.95
ocean wise pickerel, beer batter + fried, dill tartar sauce, fries, house slaw
Crispy Skin Manitoulin TroutCA$27.95
braised red cabbage, wild rice pilaf, honey apple cider glaze, potato crisps
Mushroom RigatoniCA$20.95
roasted mushroom medley, caramelized onions, herbed galic cream sauce, goat cheese, arugula
Wild Boar RaguCA$24.95
slow braised boar, baby spinach, herbed ricotta
Steak FritesCA$34.95
grilled 8oz new york cut sirloin steak, parmesan fries, jus, chimichurri

What 2,656 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Borealis Grille & Bar in Kitchener offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the friendly staff, particularly Luigi, who elevates the dining experience with his charm. The restaurant's commitment to fresh, local ingredients shines through in every dish, making it a "local gem."

2,656 Reviews

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Helen
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Our server was very nice and knowledgeable. With our party of 6, reservation for 4:45 pm, our food arrived very late. Lots of apologies with complentary desserts to share. We were sitted on the upper level along the outside wall, it was a bit chilly on the neck and back. Overall, good experience.
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Rick
Detroit
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal. Main course and desert were very tasty at reasonable price
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Liz
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I came early and was seated right away I didn't have to wait. The server was excellent. The food was five star and my party of 4 all enjoyed their meals.
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Doug
Toronto
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
My friends wished to go out for dinner and asked me to select the restaurant. I chose Borealis as I have eaten there several times in the past and had a good experience. Sadly the restaurant failed on multiple levels to make this a good experience. 1. They were understaffed which resulted in the server being unattentive to our table. 2. The recommended Prime Rib dinner was not prepared as requested. It was both overcooked and likely less than the portion size ordered. 3. Someone other than our server brought our dinners 4. Our server failed to check in on us to confirm if all is satisfactory 5. A second beverage was ordered before the dinners arrived and was never received. The second beverage order was cancelled as we had completed our meal before the server returned to check on us I was embarrassed to have recommended Borealis and needed to apologize to my friends for the poor dinner experience.
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Sarah
Toronto
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always a great experience. The Spiced Apple Margarita was incredible!
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Meaghen
Toronto
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Was there to celebrate mine and my sister's birthdays. The service was slow even though there were only a couple of other tables. We ordered sandwiches and the lettuce on both looked like it was a week old. Not great flavour either. Do not recommend.
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Elesia
VIP
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Even though the restaurant was very busy we had great service. Loved our food!
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Mary Lou
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service exemplary as always. Stephanie was great.
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John
Toronto
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
our meal for our group was very nice and everyone enjoyed what they had chosen
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Sandy
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great little restaurant close enough to 401 to be a mid way meeting place for contacts from Toronto. The food is as local as it can be so everything is farm fresh. The service friendly and considerate. I shall return.
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FAQs

Borealis Grille & Bar - Kitchener offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Borealis Grille & Bar - Kitchener also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (519) 219-9007.

Borealis Grille & Bar - Kitchener is rated 4.5 stars by 2656 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Borealis Grille & Bar - Kitchener

4336 King Street East, Kitchener, ON N2P 3W6

Additional information

Cross street
King Street East & Sportsworld Dr. (Maple Grove Rd
Neighborhood
Kitchener
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian, Gastro Pub, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is a large lot that can accommodate all vehicles and has wheelchair access close to the restaurant.
Public transit
We are located at Sportsworld Drive in Kichener. Bus route 52 (Fairview Park/Ainslie St. Route).Here is a link to the transit map.http://www.grt.ca/en/routesSchedules/resources/2014transitmapKW.pdf
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.borealisgrille.ca/
Phone number
(519) 219-9007

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Borealis Grille & Bar - Kitchener

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Toronto / Ontario Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Wednesday Date Night

New Year's Eve Celebration Dinner

Thursday 1/2 Priced Bottles

Turkey Burger

Soup + Salad

Mushroom Rigatoni

Share + Taste

Daily Market SoupCA$8.95

Spinach Ricotta DipCA$17.95

Bacon FlatbreadCA$17.95

Pesto Bruschetta FlatbreadCA$17.95

Wild Boar PoutineCA$19.95

Corn + Black Bean AntojitosCA$16.95

Barrie's Farm NachosCA$19.95

Ontario Chicken WingsCA$17.95

Parmesan FriesCA$9.95

Handhelds

Turkey BurgerCA$19.95

Cheddar BurgerCA$20.95

Bacon Blue Cheese BurgerCA$23.95

Crispy Chickpea BurgerCA$19.95

Borealis Chicken ClubCA$20.95

Fried Chicken SandwichCA$20.95

Steak SandwichCA$26.95

Lunchables

Soup + SaladCA$14.95

Half Flatbread + SaladCA$17.95

Double Taco + SaladCA$19.95

Salad Bowls

Kale Caesar SaladCA$14.95

Leafy Green SaladCA$13.95

VG Farms Steak SaladCA$27.95

Blackened Chicken Taco SaladCA$20.95

Local Heroes

Three Sisters BowlCA$22.95

1 Pc Buttermilk Fried Ontario ChickenCA$20.95

2 Pcs Buttermilk Fried ChickenCA$28.95

Great Lakes Fish + ChipsCA$22.95

Crispy Skin Manitoulin TroutCA$27.95

Mushroom RigatoniCA$20.95

Wild Boar RaguCA$24.95

Steak FritesCA$34.95

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