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Spencer's at the Waterfront, Burlington, ON

Spencer's at the Waterfront

4.6
4.6
5534 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining

Located on the Burlington lakefront, Spencer's at the Waterfront hosts a stunning patio and a glass walled dining room with breathtaking views. Great for a group or a romantic setting. Sip wine while enjoying a fresh and innovative menu highlighting local and seasonal produce, seafood towers and dry-aged craft cut steaks.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Farm-to-table, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (905) 633-7494
  • Website
    http://www.spencers.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matteo Paonessa
  • Private party facilities
    Located on the Burlington lakefront, Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers breathtaking views and fabulous food. Spencer’s offers a unique food concept, featuring market fresh fish, exceptional seafood and mouth-watering Craft Cut Steak.
  • Private party contact
    Spencer's Front Desk: (905) 633-7494
  • Location
    1340 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON L7S 1B1
  • Neighborhood
    Burlington
  • Cross street
    Brant Street
  • Parking details
    Paid parking until 4pm on the West Parking Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Topside at Spencer's

    Multiple dates available
    Topside at Spencer's launches Monday, September 16th! Soak in the lakeside view with a features selection of $9 sips and $12 appetizers. Available Monday to Friday, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
    Topside at Spencer's Photo

  • Christmas Eve Prix Fixe

    CA$80.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Gather with your family and friends this Christmas Eve to celebrate the season with our holiday 3-course Prix Fixe menu. $80/person

  • Shuck Wednesday's

    CA$25.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us every Wednesday night for freshly shucked oysters! Enjoy 6 oysters and 2 glasses of Prosecco for $25 - additional oysters are only $2!
    Shuck Wednesday's Photo

Menu

Appetizers

  • Beef Tartare

    Cured egg yolk, comté, red wine syrup | 26

    • Falafel

      Apricot cardamom jam, chickpea crema | 16

      • Burrata

        White raisin jam, cashew brittle, swiss chard | 25 / 35

        • Loaded Potato Flatbread

          Everything onion, crispy asiago, grated potato | 26

          • Confit Mushroom Flatbread

            Polenta, puffed rice, fontina | 26

            • Parker House Rolls

              Tomato vinaigrette | 1.5 ea

              Seafood

              • Oysters

                East coast, house mignonette, hot sauce | 4 ea

                • Snow Crab Cakes

                  Vanilla bean créme fraîche, quince julienne | 26

                  • Clam Chowder

                    Potato, bacon, dill | 18

                    • Tempura Shrimp

                      Avocado, orange, chili | 26

                      • Salmon Tataki

                        Wasabi mayo, pickled shiitake mushroom | 23

                        Shareables

                        • Spencer’s Platter

                          Oysters, shrimp, salmon tataki, snow crab, in-house sauces | 80

                          • Spencer’s Tower

                            Oysters, shrimp, salmon tataki, snow crab, poached lobster, scallop ceviche, in-house sauces | 165

                            Salads

                            • Spencer's Wedge

                              Poached apple, shaved celery, stilton, ranch dressing | 18

                              • Artisan Greens

                                Castelfranco, roasted pear, quinoa, pumpkin seed, brie dressing | 18

                                • Baby Kale Caesar

                                  Bacon, parmesan, anchovy mayo dressing | 18

                                  Entrées

                                  • Nova Scotia Lobster Roll

                                    Choice of house-cut fries or greens | 26

                                    • Prime Rib Melt

                                      Horseradish aïoli, caramelized and crispy onion,swiss cheese, toasted rye | 28

                                      • Fried Chicken Sandwich

                                        Hot honey drizzle, carrot slaw, boston lettuce, toasted challah, dill mayo | 26

                                        • Avocado Toast

                                          Cured salmon, marinated red onion, fried capers, red radish, lemon oil, toasted sourdough | 26

                                          • Braised Beef Short Rib

                                            Lemon mascarpone fregola, amarena cherry, almond brittle, cauliflower | 46

                                            • Miso Salmon

                                              King oyster mushroom, saffron aïoli | 41

                                              • Ricotta Gnocchi Bolognese

                                                Stracciatella, bomba, lemon herb gremolata | 38

                                                • Spencer’s Burger

                                                  Cheddar, iceberg lettuce, thousand island dressing, sweet pickle | 27

                                                  Craft Cuts

                                                  • 8oz TenderloinCA$63.00

                                                    • 12oz New York StriploinCA$57.00

                                                      Accompaniments

                                                      • BordelaiseCA$6.00

                                                        • Au PoivreCA$6.00

                                                          • Café de Paris ButterCA$2.00

                                                            Sides

                                                            • Crispy Brussel SproutsCA$14.00

                                                              Maple bacon

                                                              • Truffle FriesCA$20.00

                                                                Parmesan

                                                                • Add ChickenCA$16.00

                                                                  • Add Miso SalmonCA$18.00

                                                                    Last updated: October 24, 2024

                                                                    What 5,534 people are saying

                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                    4.6
                                                                    4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                    • 4.5Food
                                                                    • 4.6Service
                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                    • 4.2Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Loved For

                                                                    • Halton

                                                                      Best Ambiance

                                                                    • Halton

                                                                      Great for brunch

                                                                    • Halton

                                                                      Great for outdoor dining

                                                                    • Halton

                                                                      Romantic

                                                                    • Halton

                                                                      Most Booked

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Spencer's at the Waterfront offers a "wonderful location" with stunning lake views and "excellent service." Guests praise the "amazing food," particularly the seafood options and brunch menu. The ambiance is perfect for special occasions, though some note parking can be limited. Overall, it's a "fantastic spot" for memorable dining experiences.

                                                                    5,534 Reviews

                                                                    1. George

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      31 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      31 reviews

                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Service was very warm and attentive. Surprised there was no Chablis.

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                                                                    2. Stuart

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Wonderful restaurant with a great ambience and fantastic food. Group of six , we had great service and will come back!

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                                                                    3. Moira

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      This was my first time at this restaurant and I was hosting a business lunch. I really enjoyed the whole experience at this restaurant and the location is stellar. I would highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to going again.

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                                                                    4. Breanne

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Emma was great. After years of wanting to try, was finally able to take my aunt for her birthday dinner, as it 1 of her fav places. Did not disappoint & will deff be back

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                                                                    5. Cecilia

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      28 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      28 reviews

                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We left happy! That says it all! We will be back definitely!

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                                                                    6. Cheryl

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Our server was excellent! Food was delicious! Would definitely recommend for special occasion.

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                                                                    7. David

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on December 13, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Noisy but totally expected as it’s Christmas party season! Food and service was fantastic!

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                                                                    8. David

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      15 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      15 reviews

                                                                      Dined on December 12, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      another great meal, never disappointed. the short rib was delish!! david

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                                                                    9. Darryl

                                                                      Toronto

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined on December 12, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Special mention goes to our server who was exceptionally good. Excellent service along with an impressive knowledge of the menu. (don't recall his name but he had a beard).

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                                                                    10. Jeff

                                                                      VIP

                                                                      Atlantic Canada

                                                                      12 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      12 reviews

                                                                      Dined on December 12, 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      great atmosphere and great food...totally recommend this experience

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    Spencer's at the Waterfront offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (905) 633-7494.

                                                                    Spencer's at the Waterfront is rated 4.6 stars by 5534 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                    Make a reservation

                                                                    2 people
                                                                    7:00 PM
                                                                    Booked 40 times today
                                                                    Experiences are available.

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for Spencer's at the Waterfront

                                                                    1340 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, ON L7S 1B1

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross street
                                                                      Brant Street
                                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                                      Burlington
                                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                                      Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      CAN$31 to CAN$50
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Contemporary Canadian, Farm-to-table, Seafood
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Paid parking until 4pm on the West Parking Lot
                                                                    • Payment options
                                                                      AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Executive chef
                                                                      Matteo Paonessa
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                    • Website
                                                                      http://www.spencers.ca/
                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                      (905) 633-7494
                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                      Located on the Burlington lakefront, Spencer’s at the Waterfront offers breathtaking views and fabulous food. Spencer’s offers a unique food concept, featuring market fresh fish, exceptional seafood and mouth-watering Craft Cut Steak.
                                                                    • Private party contact
                                                                      Spencer's Front Desk: (905) 633-7494

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