The Carriage House Restaurant in Burlington

Excellent food, service and atmosphere!

My second time to The Carriage House. The service, the food, the ambiance are all just perfect!

This restaurant has a great service and atmosphere. I had their mushroom truffle soup and it was one of the better ones in a long time. I ordered the Indian curry of the day and unfortunately that was a huge disappointment. It had something crunchy in it, it felt like I was eating sand! Its really not well spiced at all. I think they should retire this dish. It was a huge disappointment.

Ignore the little bad reviews they have. The place was awesome from food to service, no complaints at all! Highly recommended!

Celebrating our wedding anniversary- food, service and staff were phenomenal!!

steak was below average, service and atmosphere made up for it

Perfect place for a birthday dinner. 8oz steak was devine and was so tender. Melt in your mouth. Crepes for dessert are not to be missed.

Planned a lovely dinner with the family. The server was incredibly rude. Very unapologetic and it ruined our dinner. We spoke with the owner and the bad service continued. Will not want another family to experience similar. Too many other restaurants to go to in the area. We will no longer support this restaurant. Due to this awful experience, we do not recommend the Carriage House.

One of the best meals Ive had in a long time! Started with french onion soup that was delicious. Then the grilled bison steak was perfect, and finished off with key lime pie. Drinks rounded it all out. Very professional waiters made it all happen. I would highly recommend the restaurant for a special occasion.

Great place to take your special lady for the occasion that needs celebrating.

The Carriage House is still one of my favorite restaurants. The food quality is amazing as is the service. This is the place you want to go to celebrate a special occasion. The Carriage House is always fantastic!

Very good food and very good service, I highly recommend it :) Parking: Its a bit hard to find because its located at the back of the building and isnt well marked Food : 5/5 |

If I could give six stars I would! Great food and great service!

The manager and our server were fantastic and made our anniversary dinner perfect.

Food is phenomenal

Steak was very underwhelming for its price point. Cut and cook were good, but the presentation is terrible. Just the steak on a plate, with a side dish of fries. Not a single garnish on the plate, even the sauce is served on the side. Appetizers were okay, but once again, flavour and presentation are subpar. Certain areas of the dining room were very nicely finished, but other areas are dark, dingy, and unappealing. Bathrooms were very dated and unclean. Patio is just sad. Would not recommend.

Booked this place for my small wedding party and they were professional and helpful. Went there and tried normal menu was perfect and tasty. Party menu was also great all my guests liked their food and said I made a good choice afterwards. Service was OK cant ask more for a man to help 24 of us. Highly recommended for either dining or group event.

First time there, food was amazing, had the venison, would highly recommend. Expensive but for a treat it was worth it

Such a Beautiful Historic House restaurant on Lake Ontario! First time weve been there, and Wow! Most importantly, the back of the house (kitchen), and front of the house (servers), are PERFECT in what they do. The Service was beyond IMPECCABLE, and the FOOD was FANTASTIC. If youre looking for a perfect night out for dinner, this is the place to go. Id say its a well-kept secret, except it was busy on a weeknight last week! So I guess the secret is out! (Tip -> Reserve a table in the Bistro Section on the main floor)

One of the very best restaurants , possibly the best

Would have left a perfect 5 star review if they had highchairs for children and a food offering for children .they do not. Wanted the children there to celebrate Mother s Day with Nana. Other than that everything is exceptional! Was taken there for mother s day with my sons, their wives and our 2 grandchildren. We all had something different. Everyone s meal was incredible. Lamb, Salmon, Liver, Chicken and Pasta, oysters, caesar salad. Liver, which is typically on their menu, was not offered for Mother s Day. When I mentioned how much I loved it they accommodated my request, the liver was outstanding. Highly recommend this place; however, no children.

My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful time at The carriage house on Saturday. The staff were amazing and knew the menu so well. The atmosphere was incredible and the definition of fine dining. We will be visiting again and we cannot stop recommending it to everyone we speak with.

The atmosphere was beautiful, the food was absolutely outstanding and delicious, from martini cocktail to appetizers and mains, service very friendly and fast, will go back for another anniversary , strongly recommend, definitely worth every penny, thank you !!

French onion soup and salmon were awesome

Absolute phenomenal dining experience!

Went here for a work meeting. As you come in, you can see the chef and various cuts of meat that they re cooking, which was neat. They put us upstairs in a private room. There s enough space for about 8-10 people but wouldn t go more than that. Not a lot of space for a large projector in that room but it suited our needs. The food was excellent. Truffle mushroom soup was great; had lamb rack for main which was perfect; some type of cheese cake for dessert which was also pretty good. Prices are high but what I had was great, and probably competitive for that level of food. Parking: Had to park next door and walk over. Small lot outside, and free street parking after ?6pm

Fine dinning, top notch service.

I almost never post reviews and when I do, theyre usually positive, but I had a very odd experience at this restaurant. I attended as part of a talk that was being given and the service was very disappointing. I got the escargot as an appetizer and was not warned the skillet was hot. Lighting was low so I didnt see that it was even served in a skillet until I accidentally brushed my arm against it after the dish was set down in front of me and I actually fully burned my forearm. I didnt think it was that bad initially and so just iced it, but the next day, it was very sore and weeping. Another thing was that other people around me had their wine refilled after being offered this by waiters, as customary during these dinner events, but I was not offered this at all during the entire dinner despite my glass being empty around the time when I got my main dish, and then my glass was just taken from me without asking during dessert (other people still had their glasses unless they had indicated they were done). I had only had one glass so it was not like I was drinking excessively. Final thing was I was just hoping for some ketchup for my fries but could not get the attention of any waiter until basically everyone was done eating their mains. If it had been just one thing or another, I wouldve just chalked it up to being busy/etc but it just felt very disappointing during my first experience at this restaurant.

I am a happy regular here and this is hands down the best steakhouse west of Toronto. Not only is the steak always on point but I am always spoiled by the service I receive.

Service was impeccable! atmosphere was relaxing, cozy and welcoming. One of the owners came to our table to ask how things were and get to know us for a good 5 minutes. he was genuine and sincere. Love this place! Will definitely return and also take others for a great evening! Parking: Parking is close to the building, including the street parking!

The food and the service was very good..

That was a gr8 trip back in time. I havent been to the Carriage House in many years. It was wonderful. The service and the food was first class. A welcome opportunity to return.

The food was very good apart from a poorly underdone steak which they corrected. The worst part by far was the service. We ve never had a worse waiter in our lives - especially at a restaurant of this calibre.

There is nothing that I can say that would be high enough praise for the service we received when we had our wedding reception here. Right form the time I called to book the staff was friendly, professional and accommodating. When I told them why I was booking they immediately offered us a private room. An offer that was greatly appreciated. That alone helped to make our experience perfect. Sam was our waitress and we are extremely grateful for her and to her. She was engaging, friendly, and attended to our every need. She was fun yet professional and helped to make the evening go by pleasantly. The food I cannot say enough about. The quality and flavor were beyond comparison. Everyone in our party agreed that the food we had was divine. The staff was amazing. There was not one person we interacted with that did not try to make our night better. My husband and I had a flawless evening thanks The Carriage House. We have already planned to go back sooner rather than later. The food and over all experience is to incredible not to.

The food looks good on paper but quite disappointing. The ambiance is very nice and intimate but because the food is not that great I would not go back.

We had dinner on New Year s Eve and everything was exceptionally well done. We were greeted by a friendly host and our table was upstairs in a very cosy, warmly lit space. Our server was knowledgeable and professionally friendly. The oysters were fresh and delicious. My husband ordered lamb chops and they were the best he has ever had. I tried beef Wellington for the first time and it melted in my mouth! We go to the Carriage House for special occasions because they have never let us down. We have eaten all over the world, in many Michelin Star restaurants and we are so fortunate to have the Carriage House in our own home town. Thank you to Bogden and the entire staff for another amazing experience. K and P

What a GREAT experience. I arranged to use The Oak Room for 6 adults and 4 grand children for a 75th family birthday dinner. The Oak Room was set up with all the linens, cutlery prior to our arrival.The service was fabulous from the time we arrived with individual attention to each persons drink and food requests. I recommend this very special dining experience for everyone looking for a venue that serves the Best food, and provides the Best service in downtown Burlington area. Thank you to the staff/chef for the Special evening experience.

Disappointed..Beautiful restaurant but so crammed it was really noisy..could barely hear specials being shared by the server. French Onion Soup was a big disappointment because it has blue cheese in the cheese...get rid of that & it would be ok. Both steaks were under cooked..I ordered med rare filet mignon & it came rare. My friend ordered well done sirloin & it came medium. Her steak was tasty she said but over cooked. The gnocchi was ok..but thought it would be better. Very expensive a la cart sides for how much you get. Dont really like French fries w a steak..even if they were very good fries....prefer a baked potato..not offered. The two delicious things were the house made appetizer flat bread & the carrot cake for dessert. Sadly our server became a bit short with us when we asked about our 2nd water bottle & asked for our bill. She was run off her feet and we had to wait quite a while to get our bill. When I went looking for her she was hunched over in the back writing out our bill manually which she complained about when she came to the table. The crumbs were left on the table between dinner & dessert...and the cake was put on top of a dirty plate which had limes on it instead of clearing the table. Just not the service we were expecting for such a beautiful restaurant. The German gentleman was very nice & accommodating. The only reason we didnt send our steaks back was because they were so very busy. We were expecting to be Wowed by a Fabulous dining experience in this place..dressed to the 9s & everything..but were sadly disappointed.

Absolutely exceptional...service was attentive but without being overbearing. Its the little things that set great service apart...a good example of this was upon leaving the restaurant host didnt just hand our coats back from the coat check but held the coats open for all guests to out on...really very thoughtful. Food was truly exceptional and its a very well thought out menu...my wife and I had the lamb amd it was stunning. Highly recommend!

A dream of culinary fantasy s.. Beautiful place to enjoy & relax at. 10 / 10. . Vegetarian options: Variety of selections.. Parking: I always get parking a few feet from door. Wheelchair accessibility: Accessible entry, and washrooms..

I might be a little biased. I attended a function with 24 people in total. The room was crowded, little space to stand. The food was served cold and the waitress made it quite clear that the gratuity was not included in the +$40 price for one beer, on glass of wine and a pop. One dinner need to be returned because it was cold. One person gave $20 for a beer, to which the waitress never returned with the change. Granted, we were not there for a couple or small group but the only enjoyable moments did not include the staff or the venue. Hopefully, the Carriage House will do better of others. Parking: It looks like this and surrounding buildings will be eventually replaced with a tower because little work has been done on the parking lot.

We went for a B-day dinner and was treated to the 10oz Bison steak and the Halibut. Absolutely delicious as well as the cauliflower soup. Waiter was excellent and recommended a good alternative to a Malbec wine. Staff from front to back was excellent and think this is what fine dining should be.

Superb dinner and ambience, coming here for years and always amazing

A superb meal! The Carriage House is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. We had a great dining experience and will be returning in the future!

This was our first time coming here some hits and lots of misses. The apps: Grilled Jumbo Shrimp - Over cooked and impossible to separate from the shell. Fois Gras - Delicious! Grilled Octopus - Really bad dirty smoke flavour, over charred in places, tasted like someone was spraying water on the coals below. Mains: Gnocchi - Delicious! Wagyu Steak - I shared this with my two kids and wife, when I took my bite, I realized it was closer to well down that medium rare. I flagged down a waiter who said he couldn t tell because of the lighting, forcing me to take out my phone and light to show him. He didn t do anything. I then told my server who apologized. They should have offered to redo the $140 steak but instead did some amount of discount on the bill??? Really disappointing service here. Black Cod - Delicious! Dessert - All good! Cheesecake, chocolate cake, lemon meringue and something else I can t recall at the moment. The service for the most part was good although at one point our wine glasses had been empty for awhile, so I assumed our bottle was empty and flagged down a random server for a cocktail. Our server ended up coming back and filling our wine glasses but they were empty for close to 30 minutes. Overall the grill work was awful and the way they handled the extremely overdone steak was really poor. If that had have been in point I d easily recommend this spot!

Absolutely outstanding service from top to bottom, this place really knows how to take care of the customer. We hosted a family venue here with 20+ people and the staff made sure everything went perfectly (even though we were a little loud!). Highly recommend it, food was fantastic and our family will remember it for a long time. Thank you!

I recently moved into Burlington. Friends mentioned this restaurant. My wife and I chose it for my birthday celebration. Spectacular choice. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted promptly and warmly. The scenery is immediately captivating and sends a clear sense of being special. The maître D and the server Zach, we re both outstanding. Perfectly dressed. Excellent dispositions. The operation was visibly choreographed and efficient. The collaboration of the team members was perfect. Table cleared immediately and dishes out of sight. Food delivered perfectly. The presentation was artistic. After my first meal I dropped some sauce on the edge of the table cloth. Barely visible. It was bothering me. Out of no where, the maître d, bring a crispy clean table cloth to cover the the patch so my suit would not be stained. Truly unbelievable and tremendous. The menu is extensive and guaranteed to Sue something for everyone. I order the oysters. Arrived with there sauces. Out of this world. I had the octopus. Cooked and presented perfectly. And topped it off with the wild boar chop. Wow. Cooked to perfection. If you are looking for a truly exceptional night out, this place is first class. It is expensive. But worth every dollar. This will now be our go to for special occasions! Thank you Carriage House Team!

this is our favourite restaurant. The atmosphere is old style in such a good way. Great service, great food. Always a good time for the family or just the two of us.

Although I generally have an unparalleled experience dining here, my last visit was a little of a let down tbh. Service and food were not up to what I would normally experience and I made some hints/comments that went unnoticed. Other than this last experience, I would have nothing to say except rave reviews. Just wanted to point out both sides to allow the restaurant the opportunity to pay a little more attention when theyre busy.

This was an awesome evening. The ambience was immaculate. Neatly tucked away. The service was exquisite and my purse had its own seat. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal . A bit pricey but its worth it.

Lovely lovely restaurant. Food was great, mocktails were the best! The ambience was perfect! Staff were professional and friendly... accommodated my last minute requests. I will definitely recommend, and will always come back. Thank you!!

I would give this several extra stars if I could. I loved eating here. The staff was very professional and attentive. The food was so beautifully prepared. If you are looking for a fine dining experience and appreciate attention to detail, this is the right space for you.

Good food and ambiance

I went planning to order a steak. However after eating the steamed clams, that s all I wanted, I think I could have eaten several orders because it was the best I ve ever had. Trust me! I ve had steamed clams all over the world, Europe, Paris, the best restaurants in Asia. I can hardly wait to get back to this part of the world to experience their steamed clams. Excellent ambience, service, food. Everything about this restaurant treasure was excellent. I did add wine and a salad! Amazing experience!

Food, service, and ambiance ok.

Thank you for THE BEST DINING EXPERIENCE we have had in all of the Greater Toronto Area. Definitely, our top restaurant in Halton region, by far. The exceptional food, top notch quality ingredients, and incredible service we have experienced at The Carriage House, made this family Birthday dinner of 10 guests, just that much more magical. A sincere THANK YOU to Zack, Franz, and Ivan for the exceptional service, and accommodating our family of 10. We had the best Birthday for our family member, thanks to you, and your entire staff, and this beautiful restaurant. The Food is Michelin Star worthy. Fresh delicious ingredients and the finest meats and seafood, carefully selected, and masterfully prepared by the artists/Chefs in the kitchen. These Master Chefs are truly at the top of their game. Keep up the incredible work! The Ribeye, Oysters, Octopus, and Lamb were all the best Ive ever had. Wine and drinks were delicious. The decor, and restaurant setting is truly pristine, warm, welcoming, and elegant. The best part of it is the incredible service and sincere warm welcome this restaurant and their wonderful staff provide. We had choice of various restaurants all over Toronto and the GTA to pick from, but we are so glad we chose The Carriage House Restaurant in Burlington Ontario. This is our new favourite for family dinners and events. Thank you again sincerely to Zack, Franz, Ivan, and the entire staff at The Carriage House Restaurant in Burlington for making our evening so memorable.

Very nice atmosphere. I wish the food was as good as the ambiance. Dont get me wrong the good is ok just nothing special

Fancy interior and atmosphere, good food (had the escargot, salmon, and Japanese cheesecake). Service was good. Would definitely Farrelly go back.

Cant say enough good things about this restaurant, truly outstanding

Nice restaurant, offering excellent customer service, although the prices are slightly high, they are justified by the quality of the experience.

I took my stepfather here for his 73rd birthday. The food was amazing. Absolutely the best steak Ive had and I can compare them to Florence. The service was exactly what you would expect for this caliber of restaurant but still deserves note because they did the work which was superb.

We were going in with pretty high hopes based on reviews but we were a bit disappointed. We got married today and we told them in our reservation note, and again when we got there and it was brushed off like it was nothing.

Food is terrible. Oily and blend. Too pricey for what it is

Average food at Michelin prices. Bland bass, super greasy blackened cod and triple fried greasy truffle fries that didnt taste of truffles... Vegetable sides were OK, again nothing special, and a French onion soup that wasnt anywhere near the 20$ mark. Otherwise, nice enough place, people.

The best you must go try the bone in filet or the Dover sole. What a super place

This place has always been special to my family and I but after tonight s experience I don t think I ll be returning. I made a reservation for my 27TH birthday and made note of it. We sat in the dining area near the bar and noticed that there were multiple spiders and webs all over the windows and walls our table was against. Everything was good up until our waiter was taking our main order. He put his pad of paper away and stopped writing as I was still talking. When our food came out he of course forgot to put in half my order which was a lobster tail. By the time it came out we had finished our entrees and the lobster tail was completely over cooked and I didn t even eat half of it because it was so bad. When we got to desserts I was ready to leave but my boyfriend wanted to stay and hope the waiter would somehow make up for what happened. They didn t even acknowledge it was my birthday or bring a candle or comp either of our desserts. Unfortunately after tonight this experience left a bad taste in our mouth especially considering how expensive everything is here. This was supposed to be an event that would be memorable and although I won t forget this night it will be for the wrong reasons.

We made a reservation for 3, two weeks in advance. We specifically asked to be seated in the bistro area. We have been customers for over 10 years, and have always been seated in this area. Upon arrival, the maître d greeted us and seemed to be in some kind of hurry. We three (women, by the way) were looking at the selection of meats and fish in the display case in the entry area, and the chef was describing each item to us. This did not seem to please the maître d as he hustled us to our table. We were seated at what is possibly the worst table in the restaurant - in a passageway between the bistro and the dining room, near the kitchen door! We said we would prefer to sit in the bistro area, per our reservation request, but the maître d simply said no and forced us to sit at this table. We were very unhappy with this location, and with his refusal to try to accommodate us - for example, putting two vacant tables for two together. We thought about leaving, but this was a special celebration, and we had a friend from Ottawa visiting us, so we stayed. One of us ordered a side order of asparagus, but when the main dish was delivered, it already had asparagus on the plate, so she said she didn t want the side order. The waiter s response was pepper anyone? , as if he hadn t heard. She insisted that she didn t want it, and he did take it away, saying that he hadn t known that asparagus was included with that particular dish (provimi liver). He should have known that. The food which we had raved about to our friend seemed rather ordinary this night. The liver was sinewy, the pasta was very ordinary, and the seafood crepe was not as flavourful as it had been on previous visits. We asked the waiter for separate bills, but what we got was one bill with three separate totals written on the side. We either were expected to just trust that he had tallied each of our items correctly, or we had to start looking at each item, and figuring out who had what! We refused to do this and insisted that he prepare three bills, which he did. Every other time that we have been here, and it s usually twice a year, we have tipped between 20 and 25%, because we have always thoroughly enjoyed the food and the ambiance. This time we only tipped 15%. We have always raved about this place, and every time we entertained friends from out of town, this was our go to place. We are having to rethink this, we were so very disappointed and unhappy with our visit.

Great food Great service but a little expensive

Overall, a very good dining experience. The servers were really nice and the food tasted great, I didn t like the bread they served I ve had way better in other upscale restaurants but my lamb rack was absolutely delicious.

Seasoned wait staff. Steaks and seafood were excellent

I dined here for my birthday dinner with my girlfriend and a small group of friends. The staff were friendly and works hard to ensure the best experience for their customers. I ordered the bone-in tenderloin and it was truly the best steak ive ever had. Ive eaten at many famous steakhouses (the Palm, Mortons, Harbour 60, Hys etc) and the Carriage house blows those out of the water. Its worth the drive from Toronto, Hamilton, Niagara or even further to experience this restaurant. To all the staff at the Carriage House: Thank you very much! I will definitely be returning.

The Carriage House Fine dining? Come on down and get taken for a ride. If you feel like paying $30 for microwaved spaghetti for your 7 and 9 year old come on down. Waiting 2 hours for your order to be taken, then another hour to receive your appetizer, come on down! Do you think they are working the bar tab Mains were under cooked, cream for the coffee was sour, one of us was pouring the water while the bus boys visited. Fine dining at its best? We were a party of 30, and very few were impressed; not worth your time or money; extremely disappointed, never again.

This was our first time eating here and we really enjoyed it. The food was good as well as the service. The Bison special had great favour, and Im always a big fan of Fois. The service was very attractive and we were welcomed by the chef, which was a nice touch.

We went for dinner on the weekend to celebrate an my birthday. The food was EXCELLENT. The service was great, and I can t wait to come back! My favourite restaurant in Burlington!

The oysters were shucked perfectly, and they were a great size, very tasty! I wouldn t recommend the espresso martini; it was heavy on the milk and didn t have much to it. The service was good. We did have a variety of people come up to us, though, asking the same questions/making the same comments. My partner had the duck and couldn t stop saying the word wow between each bite. He loved it! My steak was cooked medium rare, and it was so tasty. I wouldn t recommend the truffle fries; couldnt really taste anything truffle-flavored, and the fries aren t on the same level of quality as the other dishes we got. The mashed potatoes were amazing! The lighting outside where the parking is could be improved but I think it s under construction there and the atmosphere isn t really for people who like a lounge vibe. Its more suitable for those who want to enjoy the company of the people they are eating with. The bathrooms upstairs are also a bit dated but go along with the charm of the decor. Overall, the place knows what they are doing. They have been in business for along time for a reason.

Really nice restaurant. Came here for my birthday and I felt like it was delicious, the food was delicious! The octopus was the stand out dish. Service was really good, wine was lovely, and cocktails were also innovative yet classic. I love the white table cloths, it s a charming touch that isn t common any more! I would recommend for a special day date night!

The food here is absolutely phenomenal and service is great.

Wonderful dining experience last night. It was my first time trying Carriage House after hearing many great things about it and it did not disappoint. The food was excellent and so were the drinks. Highly recommend the French onion soup and crème brûlée. Shout out to our wonderful server, Katia. Looking forward to coming back again soon.

Great place, The best steak I have ever eat.

Wonderful dinner. Delicious meal. Thank you Katia for the impeccable service.

The food was amazing

Service and food were fantastic!! A+++

The service and food was excellent! I had the seafood crepe which was to die for!! I cant wait to go back soon!!

My husband and I visited The Carriage House on New Years Day and were so impressed. The food was fabulous (we had the sea bass and the venison wellington) and the service was top notch. Our waiter was committed to great service and made some great food recommendations. The manger/owner checked in on our table twice to ensure that we were enjoying our evening; this personal touch really stood out. Highly recommend The Carriage House.

Had a great night at the Carriage House! Food was superb and the waitstaff were always available for any requests. I definitely recommend anyone to eat here!

Wonderful atmosphere and excellent food and service

Excellent food, excellent service, lovely atmosphere - not too stuffy like some expensive restaurants. Not like some of the pretentious restaurants you find in Toronto where they actually tell you how to eat your food. And it was quite expensive at $500 for two people, although we did have alcohol and dessert. The lamb was excellent and we chatted with the owner for a while, who seemed very attentive and friendly. Worth the money in my opinion, so if you can afford it, I would recommend The Carriage House. If you cant, oh well, its just food.

Great food and service. I was really surprised and happy to pay for this meal. it was worth it!

Walk in with a tuxedo, and youll be seated in the dining room, walk in with the preferred attire, youll be seated with the bar. The familiar menu seems to ring a bell, Crusted Chilean Sea bass, Shrimp cocktail, braised meats, veal based sauces and overly - expensive cuts of suspect grade steaks. The Carriage house still holds true to the Chef de cuisine, gone rogue through their Bistro passions to create a fine dining experience which became the highlight of the 1980s and 1990s. A hustle and bustle of the wait staff and the rigid tight knit Escoffier style kitchen. The customer always comes first, friendly staff and very attentive, sometimes overwhelmingly. A large wine list with some outrageously priced vintages, a rather diverse, but not too adventurous menu, and an experience that can be smoothed around the edges, but very pleasant; unless you count the multiple times I was elbowed in the head. The Carriage house still holds true to some old trusted recipes and wait style, a rather rarity in todays restaurant world, unfortunately theres a reason why they have become a rarity, and its not the foods fault, its because they didnt leave the pretentiousness behind. Next time I head off to my butcher, I will pull up my blue jeans and ask for the prime grade New York Strip, which I will then cook to a healthy 130F, instead of the Mesquite crusted tartar I received.

Had Valentines Day dinner at this restaurant. The food was delicious. I had the Oysters as my main but did get a bad one in the mix. For my main I had lamb shoulder which was absolutely delicious. Great service the staff were very friendly.

Really amazing place. I tried all the main course over 2 years. They also offer special menu for new year. Although it is not much differ from the regular.

First time at this restaurant. Beautiful place pictures on google dont show how nice this place is. Service was on point, server is there making sure you need anything. The menu has a great selection, youll want to try everything. Food was delicious & right amount.

Went here for Valentine s Day, great atmosphere and staff. I had the Pistachio crusted lamb, which was phenomenal. Little on the pricey side but completely worth it. My date had the Mediterranean Style Cornish Hen, which was one of the cheaper mains, but still outperformed our expectations. Food was so good, I didn t have time to take pictures to show on here. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to celebrate.

My SO and I wanted to do something extra special for our Valentines Day dinner, since its our last one before baby joins the crew, and picked The Carriage House after seeing it recommended for its romantic ambience. How perfect for Valentines Day! Unfortunately, it was a disaster from the get-go. When I booked the reservation, no mention was made of a limited menu for that night, nor was it indicated anywhere on the website. When we arrived and were promptly seated, we noticed immediate the freezing air blowing at our table. While the restaurant is kept at a pleasant temperature, the cold air blows right in around the old windows, right on your food if youre seated by one. Not the end of the world - just kept my jacket handy. Then we looked at the menu. There were only a few options, and none of them were anything I would eat. When asked, the server stated because of the holiday there was a limited menu so they could seat more tables throughout the night. She stated there was nothing else they could make - that they had no other food on site except for what was on their limited menu. At this point I was incredibly disappointed, hungry, and tearful (large part due to pregnancy hormones, Im sure). It was 8pm on Valentines Day (also a Sunday), so I knew there was no where else we would be able to go at this point for dinner. Fortunately, my SO found something that appealed to him, though you did not get a choice of a dside and the frites were awful and inedible. He did enjoy his steak, however. I ended up eating a small uninspired caesar salad without bacon, for $30, for dinner. The bread that was brought to the table was cold and hard, and the bill at the end wasnt pleasant either - especially considering I had no alcohol and didnt order a dinner. This place may be nice on a regular evening, but this absolute catastrophe of an evening that was supposed to be so special has left such a bad taste in both our mouths that we will never be back.

Came here on valentines, had the caesar salad and the pistachio crusted lamb as my main. Meat was cooked to perfection, very soft and tender. Asked for medium and that s what I got. Love the decor and style of the restaurant. Higher end, amazing service, and pricy. I will be back!

Food is great, and the wine knowledge; superb.

No doubt this place is expensive, but so rarely do I go to these fine dining restaurants and leave pleasantly happy. I was shocked by now good every single dish was, and so full of flavour. Will definitely have to come back again

This little hidden gem is an absolute pleasure to dine in. The dinner menu is extraordinary and the wine list, well that is impressive. The staff is exceptional and make the dining experience even more special. 5+ stars to everyone at this beautiful restaurant.

One of the best places for fine dining in the gta. Incredible caviar aswell

The Carriage House was one of the best dining experiences my wife and I have had. The servers were very attentive and provided exceptional service. The ambiance was exquisite. Truly gave us that fine dining experience. The food was phenomenal. We had the seasome tuna and the scallop rissoto. The food paired excellently with the wine recommended by our server. Overall, I highly recommend The Carriage House and will definitely be coming back here.

My wife and I have been coming to the Carriage House for the past 10 years. We have always had a great experience. This is our destination of choice for celebrating special events, or we want a nice romantic dinner. I love the smell of the Mesquite grill when you first walk in. Great Food, Great Staff, Great Place!

We really enjoyed the atmosphere and the décor. The customer service was great although a bit slow. The food does need work. Unfortunately, the duck we got was dry and the sauce had a weird aftertaste, the bison steak was oversalted, and the coffee and desserts were cold. It feels like the restaurant is struggling with its identity and is providing casual food at fine dining prices. A smaller menu or smaller portions would be preferred if it meant better quality. Overall it was a good place to try but most likely will not come here again.

I went to the carriage house with my husband yesterday and it is such a hidden gem! Food was amazing and service was even better. We will definitely be coming back. Thank you!

Great steak.

Absolutely amazing food and service

Beautiful location, nice ambiance, wonderful staff. We visited the Carriage House for dinner and it was nothing short of wonderful. We were seated on a small but beautiful patio with views of the water. The service was impeccable. Ivan and Sam in particular were amazing; very personable and friendly and willing to go the extra mile to make sure your visit is great. Food was delicious and they dont skimp on portions. All in all, if you are looking for fine dining in Burlington, the Carriage House is the location you are looking for. Highly recommend for celebrations, festivities or a fancy dinner!

Five out of five. We got a private room upstairs for a birthday. I ve lived in Burlington and along Lakeshore for many years but never visited this place. I realize now I live to regret that. This place is a true gem. The food is absolutely delicious the service is superb and the atmosphere is amazing. i m sure everything is delicious but we all had the fish and it was perfect. I will definitely be returning and making this a regular place of mine.

10 out of 10 We visited the carriage house this past Wednesday . What a fabulous experience, the food and service was outstanding. We will definitely be back.

One of the best restaurants in Halton region. We visited twice, once with the whole family, where we were seated in a private room upstairs. The food and service are top notch.

Excellent quality and delicious menu. This is our go-to place for special occasions or just because!

Not bad. Great service, but food was average for its price point. There was nothing outstanding, given the price.

Great place right by Lake Ontario, had the NY Strip which was one of the best steaks Ive ever had. Love the atmosphere as well. Service was great.

Carriage House is my go-to restaurant for special occasions. Theyve got a big menu to please just about anyone and often have great specials. Service is great with a particular shout out to the maitre d.

Nice atmosphere, excellent service however I expected food to be better.

One word - Wow. If you need a dose of exceptional service and great food *dramatic pause.. this is it! Their service from start to finish was fantastic, as soon as you step into this charming establishment to when you leave, all the staff was phenomenal and attentive. So happy I found this place! Food was delicious. Came here to celebrate a birthday and can t wait to visit again and try more off their menu - they also have a ton of features and daily specials they offer that aren t on the menu so that was a lovely surprise. Looking forward to our next visit already!

Service and food was excellent. Definitely going back.

I went once with my parents and had a good time so when i was in Burlington i rec this place to my friends. This time i have to rate it 1/5 stars The $65 bison was way too dry. I was on a date a didnt want to make a fuss to have my meal replaced and wait 1 hr . The waitress said there was supposed to be sauce on it but I didn t see or taste any as per the photo. Would have liked to see better pairings with the steak as well. Onion rings and another deep fried item doesnt seem that fine dining.

This was our first experience at the Carriage House. We decided to reserve a table after reviewing their menu online. We were surprised at how busy it was for a Sunday; we now understand why. The menu has a surprising offering of surf and turf options to choose from. I chose to combine two appetizers and asked them be served as a main - 10 fresh oysters, grilled octopus. My partner ordered a 10oz New York, medium rare, with mashed potatoes. ...Amazing, Amazing, Amazing. ...The Food, The Chief, The Waiter.

Lovely ... good food , great service , Sam made sure we enjoyed our evening.

Food was delicious and service was excellent - lighting was very dark though

We did the Bison it was amazing Great service Food

Beautiful location in an old house. Service was prompt - almost too fast at times. Waiter and bartender very nice and friendly. Beef tenderloin was tasty if a bit burned on the outside. The peppercorn sauce was delicious. We also had the homemade gnocci which unfortunayely was very bland - tasted like chef boyardi. Still a nice meal and happy we went!

Great experience

Food and service is always Amazing. We especially love sitting in Sam s section- she is incredible and provides the best service I have ever received!

We been coming for few months at least twice a week. Service and food it is always amazing. My wife loves the cosmopolitan it is best she ever had . Jennifer always knows how to meet our expectations.

The food was amazing among an incredible atmosphere! Not to mention the professionalism of all staff

Food and service was amazing. I know it was quiet because of Covid, but we still got the full experience. I had the French onion soup and pasta which were both perfect!!

Fabulous food. Excellent service, lovely ambience. We had a very nice evening. Gabrielle was a superb waiter. Attended to every detail. He s very polished and professional. He made our evening very special.

Very delicious and well made dishes. Service is also impeccable

First time dinning out after the lock down. The whole experience was a 4 stars worthy. The service is like no other and the food is amazingly tasteful and the presentation is a piece of art. You definitely get what you pay for. Will definitely revisit and try other items on the menu. .

Food and service was excellent.

Would of been a 5 but covid had us eating steaks and drinking delicious whiskey under umbrellas in the parking lot in the rain, the wife loved it. Great steaks. Great shrimp. Great location. Thank you Carriage House!

Old-school French, quite rare nowadays. Flavoring and seasoning are very on point, not exaggerated, quite perfect. Le foie de veau est perfection!

If you live near downtown burlington and you DONT go here, you are losing vibes and your time. Simply the best. I make my way here from mississauga every weekend. Frantz is the best

Amazing food and service, best ever

Really nice place, great service, friendly staff & the food was really good, steak was cooked to perfection!

Such a great place. From the moment we walked in to the moment we left we were made to feel very looked after and special. Our server, Harry, was very attentive and was also a great conversationalist. He made sure our wine was always topped up and his wine recommendations were spot on. All of the food and the drinks were exceptional. The tenderloin with truffle butter was amazing, as was the calves liver. I d highly recommend this place.

Another great experience. Food is really good. Service as well. What I like most though is they give you all time you want at the table, no rush for the cheque or to order quickly. Makes a great and relaxed atmosphere.

Words cannot describe how phenomenal the food was and the most absolutely fantastic service!!! Huge thanks to Gabby see you again soon!!

Top notch service, food and experience. Thanks for the wonderful experience for my moms birthday! We will be back! Jim took care of us all night and we were very impressed!

A great evening at The Carriage House. The meal was excellent. The raw bar selections were fresh and well presented. Great Caesar salad. Chef Gracious is a master at the grill and always serves up incredible steaks. Attentive service and comfortable ambience completed the experience.

Was very nice. Good food Great friendly stuff

Food is amazing Service is great Ambience is perfect

Amazing Service! Exceptional Food! Properly made Libations... What more could you ask for? We were a group of 8 and they set us up in a Private Room on the 2nd floor. I have tried everything on the menu and you will not be disappointed with anything you order. For a Special occassion or celebration, this is the Place is perfect.

Great time with my family for a birthday. Second time here and food is always excellent.

One of the best restaurants - if not the best - in Burlington. Great service, excellent food. This is one of my go-to favourites!

Fantastic food and very attentive staff.

The service was excellent, very knowledgeable. The food was perfect. Oysters, seafood crêpe, Caesar salad, Wagyu rib eye, duck. All done perfectly but the seafood crêpe is a standout dish. This is my favourite restaurant for anniversary celebrations because they have never disappointed. Consistently excellent.

Amazing experience all around. From the moment you walk in the door, you are certainly in the world of fine dining. The people are wonderful and the food is even better. Youre going to spend a fair bit, but it was worth every penny. Make your way here for at least one evening out with your best friend, you will not be disappointed!

Absolutely delicious!! Private room for our party celebrating an 80th bday was just big enough for all of us (28) with private bathrooms too. Menu had great options, food was sooo good, service was very professional and polite. Such an amazing evening !! Thank you carriage house!

Food and service top notch!!

The Carriage House was an absolute pleasure to dine in. Impressive dinner menu and wine list. Extraordinary staff who made the entire dining experience even that more special. Beautiful and romantic atmosphere, perfect for any special occasion. The food was phenomenal. Everything was perfectly cooked and flavors were paired wonderfully. Theres not one negative point I can give. We had the pan seared scallops and foie gras for appetizers and for mains 10 oz New York Strip with fries and peppercorn sauce and Pistachios crusted lamb. And for dessert the creme brulee. Everything was spectacular!

What a phenomenal restaurant!!! We had the amazing opportunity to celebrate a 90th bday on September 25, 2021. Frantz is a true professional and is very knowledgeable. Chef Gracious cooked the best steak ever tasted in Burlington. Our service was outstanding. The food was delicious and the wine, ohhhh the choice of wine :) Thank you The Carriage House for making this event unforgettable. If you have not been to this fascinating location, you are truly missing out on an outstanding experience.

An upscale dining experience that I would highly recommend. Been here many times now and I am never disappointed! The staff are great to deal with, the food is fantastic, and the atmosphere elegant.

you can be guaranteed a very nice meal and very good service everytime you go here as spoken by one of its frequent guests.

First time here. Had a really nice meal. Classic white tablecloth done well.

This place is a hidden gem. (Seriously) The moment you walk in, it s different then most restaurants. As you go upstairs that s when you realize dam am I lucky to be here. Lol Food was great the shrimp appetizer is a must get, very tasty. Their steak is also delicious cooked perfectly. My friend had the lamb and they were very generous with their portions. I also had the espresso martini. Soo GOOD. Service was good too which is a bonus. We had two waiters take care of us that were cool and easy to chat with, not overally annoying or non attentive. The section that we had sat in was upstairs and perfect for a date night or even ladies night!!! Like I said Hidden Gem.

Great service. Great food.

So proud to have such an awesome local restaurant as amazing at the Carriage House. We have been going here for a long time and they just never disappoint! Highly highly recommend!

Amazing service, great food. Now doing takeout during COVID-19... I have to say I avoid takeout, because its never the same. However they have done it correctly. Everything was hot, fresh and tasted amazing. Support this local business!

Great service. Great food. Place is beautiful

Delicious

The service and food is second to none. Everyone seems to genuinely enjoy their job and it shows. Its a classy spot with all very freindly and helpful staff. I highly recommend it.

Classy, but comfortable experience. Our server, Gabriel was the perfect mix of friendly and professional, as were all who were working that evening. Oysters were some of the best we ve had. My husband s Strip Loin was delicious and cooked as requested. My Branzino was exquisite. A lovely way to celebrate our anniversary. We will return.

For lease sign on the door...

Food was incredible and service was exceptional. Highly recommend.

My boyfriend brought me to The Carriage House for my birthday dinner this September 2020. It was exceptional from beginning to end...a very romanitic ambiance and beautifully decorated, complimented by caring Maitre D and wonderful wait staff. All of our meal choices were prepared and presented to perfection, and the prosecco and homemade cheesecake were delicious! To end the night as we were leaving..the Chef peeked from the front window, thanked us and wished us a good night...very kind! Thank you for a memorable evening.. The Carriage House is a new favourite of ours! P.S. Covid didnt phase us as the staff took great care with their PPE. Thank You! Definitely 4 paws and a wagging tail from 2 Kool Kats

My husband and I went for our anniversary last night. Everything was absolutely perfect. Our service was impeccable, the food was divine and the atmosphere was beautiful. We will definitely be back and will be recommending The Carriage House far and wide!

Excellent food! From the time you step through the front door, to the time you leave, it is unforgettable. The atmosphere, the lighting, the service, topped with an excellent meal with perfect portions, it definitely wont disappoint you. The home made mushroom ravioli melts in your mouth! I look forward to future visits and highly recommend.

The food was incredible and the portions surprisingly generous. The service was excellent too. Upscale, warm and friendly.

Sam is wonderful!!! It is so refreshing to see a woman in this male dominated restaurant. I think her attentiveness to the customers no matter who they may be is impeccable and a trait that it is very rare. Genuine and very knowledgeable about the menu and restaurant in general. With a great personality and someone that just brought a joy to our experience I thank you Carriage House for your gracious hospitality and experience!!

Amazing food and ambience. Service cant be matched, our server Kelly took very good care of us and made the overall experience very enjoyable

Beautiful restaurant with a very warm and cozy dining room. we really enjoyed our tuna and steak that had that beautiful charcoal smell. Great selection of wine and amazing dessert . Will be returning many more times.

Its an elegant and wonderful restaurant with fantastic food but also great service and wonderful ownership. Whenever we go we are welcomed by the owners who truelly appreciate that we have chosen their restaurant and we appreciate their dedication to providing a great dining experience.