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The Bauer Kitchen, Waterloo, ON
The Bauer Kitchen, Waterloo, ON
The Bauer Kitchen, Waterloo, ON
The Bauer Kitchen, Waterloo, ON
The Bauer Kitchen, Waterloo, ON

The Bauer Kitchen

4.8 (3880)
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary American
187 King St., Waterloo, ON N2J 1R1

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 47 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
The Bauer Kitchen is an energetic up-market 'bistro' set in a SoHo inspired, restored felt factory.

Chef Katherine Therriault & Chef Riley Smith have assembled a spectacular menu of classic items prepared with the freshest local ingredients. An extensive ‘wine by the glass’ menu has been created by our sommelier to pair perfectly with each menu item.

If your desired reservation time is unavailable, call us directly at 519-772-0790.

Always walk-in friendly. Please pay us a visit when in the Kitchener & Waterloo area.

We look forward to showing you a memorable experience!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Todd Clarmo
  • Catering
    The Bauer Bakery Cafe offers a delectable selection of gourmet trays, fresh salads and scrumptious desserts for your next event! <br /><br />Visit www.bauerbakery.ca for our bakery, house-made quiche and sandwich selections.
  • Private party facilities
    The Bauer Kitchen has 1 private room & 1 semi-private room that take advantage of the industrial aspects while providing a warm and approachable atmosphere for any group dining occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Stephanie Steinberg: (519) 772-0790
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Waterloo
  • Cross street
    Allen St.
  • Parking details
    Parking is plentiful! Stay warm and dry in our underground parking facility. Visit our website for a parking map: www.charcoalgroup.ca. For restaurant location, click on the map link under our picture on the left of your screen. Two marked parking spots are available for curbside pick up, along the fence adjacent to the parking garage entrance.
  • Public transit
    Route 7 and the iExpress both go right by our door - and soon the ION!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 3,880 people are saying

The Bauer Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Contemporary American

  • Southern Ontario

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Southern Ontario

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Southern Ontario

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
"The Bauer Kitchen" boasts "great food and service" in a "welcoming atmosphere" with "attentive staff". Guests appreciate the "variety of menu options" and "accommodations for dietary needs". The ambience, set in a "repurposed industrial building", adds to its charm. Despite occasional noise, patrons enjoy a "memorable dining experience".
3,880 Reviews
  1. Jennifer VIP

    Calgary2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal and experience. Birthday celebration.

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  2. Jamie

    Toronto45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another awesome dinner last night at Bauer Kitchen! We had the chicken pasta, amd sweet heat pizza with drinks. Delicious! Excellent service from Olivia and loved our seating. Long time customers and we'll be back!:-)

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  3. Malcolm

    Toronto5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great ambience. All of the staff was pleasant and personable. The food that came out was great. There were some issues with the service and timing, for example we had trouble getting a second drink, and one persons appetizer came out after their main meal was complete.

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  4. Michelle

    New York City41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful time at BK. Great food, wonderful service and lovely ambience. Will definitely be back.

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  5. Tim

    Calgary3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Very cool environment.

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  6. Louis

    Toronto1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The place has a great vibe and flow. Always good energy and good food! But the music really needs to be match the vibe. Love queen and ccr… but doesn’t fit the vibe! Only downside!!

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  7. Sharon VIP

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable meal, had a nice lunch for Mother’s Day

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  8. Amanda

    Toronto7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for Mothers Day Brunch. Service was a tiny bit slow, but to be expected on this day. Food was excellent.

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  9. Ashley

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for Mothers Day breakfast…food was delicious! Had the fried chicken and egg waffle, very flavourful. Service was amazing, and very accommodating. One of the best breakfast meals I’ve had :) Espresso martini to top it off!

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  10. Danny

    Toronto1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall good experience but with an unfortunate ending.

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FAQs

The Bauer Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (519) 772-0790.

The Bauer Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 3880 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Toronto / Ontario
  4. Southern Ontario
  5. Waterloo

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Booked 47 times today
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187 King St., Waterloo, ON N2J 1R1

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Allen St.
  • Neighborhood
    Waterloo
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is plentiful! Stay warm and dry in our underground parking facility. Visit our website for a parking map: www.charcoalgroup.ca. For restaurant location, click on the map link under our picture on the left of your screen. Two marked parking spots are available for curbside pick up, along the fence adjacent to the parking garage entrance.
  • Public transit
    Route 7 and the iExpress both go right by our door - and soon the ION!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Todd Clarmo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    The Bauer Bakery Cafe offers a delectable selection of gourmet trays, fresh salads and scrumptious desserts for your next event! <br /><br />Visit www.bauerbakery.ca for our bakery, house-made quiche and sandwich selections.
  • Private party facilities
    The Bauer Kitchen has 1 private room & 1 semi-private room that take advantage of the industrial aspects while providing a warm and approachable atmosphere for any group dining occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Stephanie Steinberg: (519) 772-0790
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