Jose’s Bar and Grill Leamington in Leamington

215 Talbot St W, Leamington, ON N8H 1N8, Canada

★★★★☆
(1236 reviews)
Categories: Bar & grill

About

Our mission at Jose’s Bar and Grill is to provide our customers with an extraordinary dining experience. We commit to deliver the highest quality food, efficient, friendly service and an atmosphere that will make you feel like a guest in our home.

Website
josesleamington.gpr.globalpaymentsinc.ca
Address
215 Talbot St W, Leamington, ON N8H 1N8, Canada
Plus Code
29XJ+JX Leamington, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
11 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
11 AM–12 AM
Wednesday
11 AM–12 AM
Thursday
11 AM–1 AM
Friday
11 AM–1 AM
Saturday
11 AM–1 AM
Sunday
11 AM–11 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Kerbside pickup Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Fireplace Sport
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Food Food at bar Happy-hour food Healthy options Late-night food Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Family friendly Groups LGBTQ+ friendly Transgender safe space
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
1236 reviews

Most Mentioned

food and service (30) caesar salad (15) soup (13) patio (12) calamari (10) fajitas (6) windsor (5) chicken parm (5) goat cheese (5) stir fry (5)
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★★
December 9, 2024

Food has unfortunately gone down hill, portions are much smaller, prices have gone up, and even though usually the servers are great, there are a few that make the experience terrible. One of my favourite restaurants, now a place I'll likely never visit again unfortunately.

★★★★★
November 29, 2024

The wife and I had an amazing time. We had a server by the name of Kristi. She was wonderful, came by our table often but wasn't annoying. (Didn't talk to me when I had food in my mouth.) A little dark, wish it was a tad brighter. But i suppose that was to set the mood. Overall pleasent experience and would definitely dine there again. 10 out of 10.

★★★★★
November 8, 2024

Jose is my go-to spot for dinner meetings, and it never disappoints. The food is consistently great and reasonably priced, making it an excellent value. The atmosphere is wonderful, creating the perfect setting for both business discussions and enjoyable evenings. Highly recommend!

October 12, 2024

Eaten at Jose’s in Windsor many times and food and service has always been outstanding. So while we were out in Leamington we figured why not Jose’s. From the minute we sat down we could tell our waitress was miserable. I get it we all have bad days. I ordered the Nashville chicken sandwich which came out looking very unlike a Nashville chicken sandwich, the panko crumbs they used looked white and not even fried and it honestly smelt like fish. The hot sauce which was placed on the side was not hot at all, it was sweet. I took one bite which had no chicken all panko crumbs and bun, ate my fries and not another bite. The waitress came over asked if we needed a box I said no and she grabbed my plate and walked away, never asked how it was or if there was an issue with it. Didn’t even question why I would toss a whole sandwich. I regret leaving the $5 tip on the $70 bill it should’ve been $0.

★★★★★
July 31, 2024

Jose's Bar and Grill: A Pawsome Patio Paradise in Leamington Let's be honest, folks – finding a pet-friendly restaurant that doesn't sacrifice flavor or atmosphere is like finding a unicorn. Well, I'm thrilled to report that Jose's Bar and Grill in Leamington is that mythical beast! Not only did they welcome our furry travel companion on their patio with open arms (and a water bowl!), but the food was downright delicious. We're talking portions that could satisfy a lumberjack and flavors that'll have your tastebuds doing the cha-cha. Speaking of tastebuds, Jose's menu is a culinary adventure, with something for every palate. Whether you're craving classic comfort food, sizzling fajitas, or fresh seafood, they've got you covered. And the atmosphere? Oh boy, it's a vibe. The interior is a mix of cozy booths, lively bar seating, and big screens perfect for catching the game. The patio is where the magic happens – think fire tables, comfy couches, and lights creating a warm, inviting glow. So, if you're cruising through Leamington with your four-legged friend, do yourself a favor and make a pit stop at Jose's. You'll leave with a full belly, a happy pup, and memories that'll last longer than your dog's begging for table scraps.

★★★★★
March 19, 2024

Our first time visiting Jose's Bar and Grill yesterday and we sat in the bar side to enjoy a spot of late lunch. I ordered orange pekoe tea and I was so relieved when it came out HOT! Props to Jose's for not serving lukewarm tea as others do! We ordered the spinach dip for starters and it was delicious along with the pitas. My main was the Carlton salad with a vinaigrette, a large plate with a mountain of Spring greens and ample toppings. Side note - mandarin oranges with feta on is a taste sensation, wow wow wow. 10/10 recommend the Carlton salad. Healthy, filling and full of flavour. I used the washrooms before we left and as the pictures show, it's very nice in there and clean too. I love a clean washroom so thank you for that! Overall great experience and will happily return. God bless!

★★★★
July 3, 2023

Took my mom her for lunch for the first time and we both got the wings and we were blown away how big the sides were . The wings were cooked to perfection, the sweet potato fries and onion rings were crisp and delightful. Also great waiting staff . Definitely will be going back

★★★★
April 16, 2023

It was ok. The place was relatively full, but it was a Saturday around 7 pm. The menu is basic, but there are 2-3 acceptable options. My pasta was dry, but my partner really enjoyed his boneless wings. Edit: went in 2023 and I had the same pasta, but I asked for extra sauce and it was much better.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Third time going to this location. The food is so good and the service is friendly. The price is also very reasonable.

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Good food, good service, 100 recommendable

★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

OV on tap makes everything good

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Excellent to be with the family.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Great meal and fast attentive service. Price was surprisingly good. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Great restaurant

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Enjoyed a couple of sangrias and a Caesar with my husband. The calamari was perfect but the prosciutto flatbread with pesto sauce was out of this world

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Great service and fantastic servers

★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Waitress was super bored but forced herself to be nice enough. The food was the real disappointment. Wings were super dry, skin not trimmed at all and absolutely flavourless (we got the sauce on the side, but still). Goat cheese burger was super charred, sweet potato fries all bitterly burned and I got a pack of kraft mayo on the side. That tells you something, when the cook cant even make so mayo... Cocktails were half water also. Dont waste your money.

★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Nothing special imho. We were a party of 12 and half said they really liked what they ordered. The other half, like me, were not overly impressed. Service was good. Overall not bad!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

When Im in town I always go there to eat the food is fantastic and service is great.

★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Door dash was fine, except all alcoholic beverages were missing and our guests were disappointed. Would have have cancelled and ordered elsewhere if they bothered to let us know or updated the menu. Refund was easy, so theres that, I guess. Still, wasted tip on total order, etc, without refund. Not viable for delivery.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Nice restaurant . A place for great food Parking: Lots of room Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Best restaurant in town.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Nice staff, clean, food is beyond our expectations. Calamari appetizer is delicious, salmon salad is highly recommended And the final add they have plastic straws :).

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Everything is great. Every time I go!!! Favorite place to take customers in the area. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

The food was great, and the waitress was exceptional, pleasant, efficient, and friendly. My wife and I took my brother and sister in law from Delhi, and they really enjoyed the food the atmosphere, and the waitress made it so pleasant. Great place to eat. Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Banger bayou bites

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Love the capeletti!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

It was an unbelievably fantastic experience! Our server was very polite, really professional and on the ball! The dining room ambience and the food was outstanding! 5 s! Congratulations to the staff for making this a top-notch place to go for quality food! Bravo! Parking: Parking is very convenient.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Food was excellent. Server Dominica knew her stuff and provided excellent recommendations

★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

The food was actually quite excellent, tho had a bit of a disappointment with the mojito we ordered. Very watery and could barely taste any alcohol in it, probably a one off.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Amazing food taste and quantities. Fair prices and great service

June 22, 2024

Food wasn t that great. Our server didn t even return to us to ask if we wanted more drinks. Pasta was oily and didn t have much flavour. Burger was so saturated with oils the bun was soggy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Really like going here. Never had a bad meal, good atmosphere. Service has always been good. The peanut chicken is awesome!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Love their food and service....

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Delicious food, just a little slow service

★★
May 22, 2024

Unfortunately tonight was not a great experience at Jose s . Once we were seated, we waited a great deal of time before the person caring for our table asked if we needed anything else or if everything was good. Quite blatantly not really caring at all. It s too bad.

★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

We used to like this place for the golden fried haddock but today it was super greasy and very overcooked as the batter was much darker than usual, seems like they added more batter and a smaller piece of fish to make it seem the same as it was before (shrinkflation) also there was supposed to be ice cream with our kids kids meal but when I asked for it to go she came back and said we could just take the cups (the ones they had their chocolate milk in) then said have a nice day, clearly implying we were not getting the ice cream, wont be back any time soon.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Number one place to go in Leamington highly recommended. Great staff great environment good food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Gotta love joses always consistent and always great

★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Staff was great, food just ok. Nothing to jump up and down for ,good just not great.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Very good food at a fair price. Great variety on the menu including meals for children. Our server was very friendly

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

This is our go to spot in Leamington for dinner. Prices are reasonable if a bit cheap even for the quality and quantity of food, drinks are always good, and staff are always polite and friendly.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free Food

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Have been three times, ordered the Gilroy burger the first time,and the second, and the third. Imagine that will always be my go to. Its one of those burgers that never leaves your hand, once you manage to get it under control, theres no putting it down. Food

Local Guide
May 22, 2024

All the servers were bad, but the one working behind the bar with dark hair was the worst lol. Terrible service.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Good food and drinks, decent menu and good service. Management is very accommodating and kind. The noise level was quite high but its to be expected with a large crowd. The only real downside of this establishment is that there is not quite enough parking.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

I definitely recommend the goat cheese and bacon burger. Very delicious. Staff are friendly and very attentive. Would 100% suggest a visit if you haven t been.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Great food, great service, and an excellent experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

I just ordered two steaks and a quesadilla for takeout and the steak was literally so good and cooked perfectly. The person who answered the phone was so lovely too.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Excellent food, reasonably priced. Best steak I had in a while. Wheelchair accessibility: Excellent wheelchair accessibility Food : 5/5 |

★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Best Calamari in Leamington. Service was on point, comfortable atmosphere New review Feb 2024 Would be beneficial if more than one review could be shared about the same establishment. Quite often, you continuously visit the same restaurant more than once, especially if service and food are a factor. We visited on Family Day, always had great food, and Joses staff was always a positive experience when we visited. Our server that evening was Aletta. She is always full of energy, informative, and smiling. Thank you again to the staff.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

I d say 70-80%of the parking is taken at a 20C winter afternoon probably because this place is great, great interior, vibe, games in the TV, staffs are very nice.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Lovely place with plenty of seating. Food is excellent. Lots of pasta dishes to choose from. Parking: Somewhat difficult to find parking due to the restaurants popularity, but not impossible.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Me and my sister came in one night thinking it was going to be nothing. Not only was the food good but the service we had from Alyda was the best I ve ever had. She s the best waitress I ve ever seen. She made me and my sisters night. She consistently made us laugh and made us feel like she really enjoyed being there. All in all 10/10 service from Alyda. She works Wednesday s from Sunday s 5 till closing. I highly suggest you guys go and check her out. She s so talented at what she does and always has a smile on her face no matter how busy it might be. Go check her. You will not regret it. Best waitress!

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

me and my brother came here the other night not expecting anything and our waiter, Alita is the best server i ve ever had. she is so kind, conversational and beautiful. we came back here multiple times just to see and talk to her, and we will come back again. Alita has amazing service skills and makes this restaurant better.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

I had the butter chicken with rice and curry sauce. Really liked it a lot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

We love coming to Joses, the antojitos are so good! The prices are on par with other similar restaurants. I always get the cappelliti and it never disappoints, I only wish it came with a piece of garlic bread or even just a baguette slice, just something to go with the meal as well for the price youre paying.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Seven of us showed up for lunch without reservations, we were seated immediately and all around, the service was fantastic. The food on the other hand, was out of this world. Congratulations to the chef and the owners for a really great and well above average restaurant. We ll be back every time I am in Leamington.

★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Kid-friendliness: They have highchairs Food

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Omg the food was so good and the severs was amazing and the food was a lot this is what I had left of a cheeseburger

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Great Food and excellent service.

★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

We had a great time, it was my grandsons birthday and the waitress made him happy by bringing a birthday treat. Food and service was good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Great food and service

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

Always great food

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

Great service best steak in leamington

★★★★★
January 22, 2024

We went for a lunch and the food was so great, especially we loved the Asian calamari, food tastes so good and its an appitizing meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food was excellent as was the service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I live in Caledonia and visit my daughter and look forward to eating here each time. All food is amazing.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great dinner or lunch with my family and friends .

★★★
December 22, 2023

Good decoration and staffs. I ordered a Chicken Alfredo Pasta it was terrible. Over cooked penne, the sauce was a completely faul. Chicken was boiled cooked not grilled!!!! Totally disaster. Better to delete this item feom the menu. It was not a Pasta Alfredo. Sorry

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Say my best to Jose! The food was delicious and the service fantastic. I had the chimichanga and oh my god .it was delicious. My daughter made only great comments about the design of the washroom which left me curious as of course I could not go and see them. Thanks Jose!!!

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great service, extensive menu and large portions. Looking forward to going on a Sunday for brunch --- $5-4-3-2-1 Mimosas!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Sponsor of Leamington Flyers! Will be visiting the patio often this summer! Can t wait! UPDATE! Food is a 10/10 and patio is great! Great value and better food than Freddy s (sorry Freddy)!! Ribs are incredible full rack is under $20!! All so great staff is great!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The service was good, the food was good. The atmosphere was good, very busy and a bit loud, but expected. The food came in good time for lunch.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent service.. excellent dinner

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great service, food was great I had the halibut, and the portions were very generous. Prices were reasonable and as always place was very clean.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very friendly people thank you

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Good food, reasonable prices, lots of parking. The staff make this place enjoyable

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Good food, fast service.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The waitress was terrific and so was the food. Loved the white wine sangria.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great bar & grill, delicious food seemed like one of the nicer restaurants in Leamington!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Truly amazing experience, loved each and every thing about the place. The food was absolutely delicious

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Good food period.

★★★
December 22, 2023

Third times I been in the restaurant and still no improvement about the Rice.maxican rice or plain rice tasted uncook proper.the rest is good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Superb quality excellent customer service

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great service, incredible food!

December 22, 2023

Worst service ever!!! Im the first person to give people the benefit of the doubt, but this was awful. No hostess, which there usually is on weekdays, we waited a few minutes before seating ourselves in the bar area. A waitress came over and dropped menus and silverware on our table without saying a word to us and took off. After a few minutes, another waitress came and asked for our drink order. She was OK, but standoffish. Drinks were brought quickly, the only nice thing about this experience. There was an entire booth taken up with other staff members chatting loudly. There was only 2 other tables of customers. We finished our drinks before our waitress ever came back to ask if we were ready to order. She seemed surprised when we said no. It had been at least 20 minutes. Not exaggerating! Weve eaten here many times previously during the weekday lunch rush and have always had great service. This felt like we were interrupting their Instagram life in an empty restaurant.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The best coconut margaritas in all the land.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

First time here, we tried caesar salad and ribs, broth tastes great! Service is also great. Like the atmosphere, cozy - especially like the music and its not loud - good for customers to chat .

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The food was good, but what made the meal was the server. Really friendly and attentive. Like the design from recent renovations. About 40.00 to 50 per person, including a drunk and app with entrees.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Loved it

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good food and service and good value for your money.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Best restaurant in the area. We ordered calamari, wings, tacos, peanut chicken, sweet potato fries, chicken sandwich. Everything tasted amazing!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Been going here for business meetings for years. Staff is always friendly, beer is always cold and the food is always great. The owner is heavily involved in the community, which is awesome!

★★★★
December 22, 2023

It s a nice place, great vibe. Wings were without any salt and pepper. The choco lava cake was the best. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very fresh ingredients, good food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Fast and courteous service Hearty and good meal Festive atmosphere

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Kids Friendly

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Clean, relaxed place and friendly service. Love their scrumptious Teriyaki stir-fry

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Awesome place! The food was great and the service fast! Good price also. Vegetarian options: Good salad options. Food : 5/5 |

December 22, 2023

It would be helpful if you made your days & hours of operation more readily available. Telephone recording refers you to website & website only posts popular times.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food really has gone downhill...waaayy too much salt and my chicken breast was charred

★★★
December 22, 2023

Our quesadillas were bland...no flavor...wings were good though. Our server was excellent despite being by herself. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

First time visitors. Enjoyed both food and atmosphere. Good food for fair prices. Nice staff too. Wide variety of food choices. From pasta to burgers via texmex.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I always enjoy going to Joses the stuff is so friendly the food is amazing thank you for a great evening out

December 22, 2023

Sat down with a few friends, was approached by a nice young man but then was served by a blond waitress. Took our orders, asked if the food was fine but then when we were finishing up she didn t offer any refills and didn t offer any dessert but then proceeded to rush us out of the restaurant by asking how we would be paying and didn t allow us to ask for more food. I ve been coming here for awhile and this service was horrid.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Mexican/Italian mix...what else is there to say!!!! Always excellent food & service, despite how busy it always seems!!! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very nice atmosphere and fantastic food. Good menu , lots to choose from.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Pierogies about the Worst Ive eaten, very blah and tastes like over cooked pasta. Bartender obviously doesnt like her job because everythings an effort. Doubt Id return.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Stop in for a quick bite and ended up staying for a full meal. We had the flat bread and the calamari. Both were very good. I had a handmade burger and so did my friend, amazing flavor and cooked well. My wife had the hot roast beef sandwich which was very tasty and she had enough for lunch the next day. If youre in the area you have to stop in.

December 22, 2023

Ive been here a few times and the food is great as well as the drinks, but when I sat at the bar yesterday, the only woman who sat at the bar, other patrons were men, all the bartenders were women,it took forever to get drinks and served and then after my food I ordered cheesecake which I never even got. At that point I was fed up, the only reason they got a tip was because I was a server long time ago and know what its like and then to be honest if I didnt have a nice buzz going on, I probably wouldnt have tipped them at all. I went to Joses im windsor and there was a bee in my drink. Not sure if Ill go back

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Excellent meal. My husband had the fajitas and totally enjoyed them . Great service. I added a ceaser salad which was huge and very good.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Love Jose s. Been coming to Leamington for wings, garlic bread and a lot of other good stuff for almost 30 years.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Insanely rude staff, saw the waitress 2-3 times. Was served by more than just the one. Pre-booked for a larger group. Was never told about the 18% auto gratuity fee when I booked. So imagine the shock of the bill being 18% more than I was expecting when I received it after my meal. Shocking. Wish I got the name of the waitress so I could also use it in this review. She introduced herself in the beginning but was obviously forgettable.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Kid-friendliness: 4 children were with us. They were welcomed and enjoyed the food! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Food was good and service was awesome. Ceasar salad 10 out of 10. The stew 10 out of 10. The new quinoa vegetable soup was excellent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great music. Great food Great staff. I have to say it has a jump on windsor restaurant. I got wings and my wife got some tyoe of chicken sandwich. Everything was perfect