Borealis Grille & Bar in Kitchener offers guests a delightful culinary experience with its warm atmosphere and exceptional service. This restaurant stands out not only for its inviting vibe but also for its commitment to locally sourced ingredients, which enhance the vibrant flavors of each dish. Patrons rave about the Bacon Flatbread, featuring succulent smoked Ontario pork belly and a medley of toppings that create a perfect harmony of taste. The Barrie's Farm Nachos and Corn Black Bean Antojitos are also noteworthy, providing a creative twist on traditional favorites. Customers frequently commend the attentive and friendly service provided by staff, particularly highlighting the excellent service from servers like Luigi, who consistently elevate the dining experience with their warmth and professionalism. Beyond the exceptional food, Borealis Grille & Bar emphasizes community connection, showcasing dishes that reflect local agricultural pride. The prices are reasonable, offering great value for both families and couples looking for an enjoyable night out. Whether you’re coming in for a casual lunch or a cozy dinner, this restaurant promises to leave you satisfied and eager to return.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Serves organic dishes
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Borealis Grille & Bar (Kitchener)
Angela Laudano
May 26,2025
We had the most incredible dinner at Borealis Bar and Grill on February 14, 2025. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff made us feel so welcome. A special shoutout to Luigi, our waiter, who was absolutely AMAZING! His friendly and attentive service made our dining experience even more enjoyable. He went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. And the food? Simply outstanding! Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients and put a lot of care into their menu. If you’re looking for a fantastic dining experience with great service and delicious food, Borealis Bar and Grill is the place to go! Highly recommend, and we’ll definitely be back!!!! P.S. Ask for Luigi! He will entertain you from the moment you sit down!!!
Melanie Crystal
May 22,2025
Had a great little meal here as they had a special of fish tacos on that evening. Every night they have some other special. Tuesday night is fish tacos and Wednesday is date night for a fixed price. Fish tacos were tasty and worth every penny. Would not hesitate to visit again
K E.
May 17,2025
I had the most incredible dining experience at Borealis tonight, and it was all thanks to Luigi, our server, who went truly above and beyond. I have never experienced such genuine kindness and attention from a server before. Luigi made the entire evening unforgettable with his warmth, professionalism, and impeccable service. He felt like a friend I had known for years. Tiffany and Patricia were also incredibly kind and attentive, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. The team together was outstanding, and I would happily return just for the wonderful service they provided. On top of that, the food was absolutely fantastic, but Luigi’s exceptional service truly made the night extraordinary. Thank you to Luigi and the entire team for an amazing experience! I will be coming back very soon and encourage everyone to go try borealis (and try to get Luigi as their server)!!
Shauni
May 1,2025
This was a really enjoyable place for a dinner. The food is locally sourced. Everyone enjoyed their food and everything was reasonably priced. The staff were friendly, especially Steph, our server, who was great (even with it being her first day!) I would happily return for another meal.
Lynn Stuebing
Apr 24,2025
My friend and I had lunch there and Luigi was our friendly and entertaining server. I had the kale Caesar salad with chicken and my friend had the leafy salad with chicken. Both were delicious and the kale Caesar salad was one of the best I have ever had. The atmosphere is perfect and we could talk without having to yell at each other. There is plenty of parking too. Looking forward to returning soon.
Dennis Garcia
Apr 21,2025
Delicious and filling. The best Ontario farmed chicken around. Aside from that, what truly made this an amazing experience was meeting our server/host Luigi who is an absolute gem. Thank you to Luigi and the whole Borealis crew for a great time!
Kathy Florica
Apr 4,2025
We had the best evening, celebrating our friend’s 60th birthday. Our server Chantal was the Best!! The food was great and we all got our food served nice and hot and there was 15 of us!! Will be back that’s for sure!
Pat Beesley
Mar 4,2025
Wow, what a gem of a restaurant!!! We were greeted with a warm welcome and were walked through the menu by AMANDA, who was such an amazing help! She made some food and beverage recommendations, which were spot on!!! We dined here 2 nights in a row based on exceptional service, an inviting atmosphere, and great food. With so many restaurants around, this is definitely a must try. BTW, the best Caesar salad and mushroom Rigatoni we’ve ever had!!! Highly recommended!!!
Reviews For Borealis Grille & Bar (Kitchener)