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I have been to all four, but in York Region. I like them all. Montana's has the best burgers, tho Milestones does a very good burger, too. I prefer Baton Rouge to The Keg, for steaks. Montana's is the cheapest and least upscale. Of all 4, I like Milestones the best for food, and atmosphere.
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restaurants on social media. Like them little tiktok you see and then you go on ig to write your experiences/reviews. The last restaurant I reviewed is in this place called Toronto. It’s where they have that tall building called the CN tower I believe. I’m not sure. Anyways the restaurant is called - “The Butcher Chef.” -It’s very sophisticated and chic.
Try an independent restaurant instead of a cookie cutter chain.
Never been to these places in GTA, but been to all of them in Ottawa. I don’t eat meat. But, I have observed 60% favoured Baton Rouge over Keg for steak at my table.
I loved the atmosphere of the Milestones Downtown but the one in Whitby has atrocious service. The Keg in Ajax is fantastic. Have not been to the one in Oshawa since they built the new structure. Actually haven’t been all that keen to return after Swiss Chalet took over.
The Baton Rouge in Whitby used to be my go-to place before they closed. Have not been back after they reopened. I’d be curious to know if it’s a similar experience or if they’ve changed a lot.
Moxies in Pickering would be my choice now but I prefer the patio so during summer months only.
Outside of chain-restaurants, there’s Melanie Pringles, Charlie Ronick’s and Teddy’s. Each have their pluses and a litany of minuses.
If you spend a bit more, there’s Bella Notte’s, Hot Rocks, Chatterpaul’s and Bistro 67 in Whitby. All have fabulous food! I don’t have much experience with the rest of Durham, sorry.
The Baton Rouge in Whitby used to be my go-to place before they closed. Have not been back after they reopened. I’d be curious to know if it’s a similar experience or if they’ve changed a lot.
Moxies in Pickering would be my choice now but I prefer the patio so during summer months only.
Outside of chain-restaurants, there’s Melanie Pringles, Charlie Ronick’s and Teddy’s. Each have their pluses and a litany of minuses.
If you spend a bit more, there’s Bella Notte’s, Hot Rocks, Chatterpaul’s and Bistro 67 in Whitby. All have fabulous food! I don’t have much experience with the rest of Durham, sorry.
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Agreed on the subpar Milestones service in Whitby!
Many great suggestions here - one I would add would be The Vault in downtown Whitby (though I haven't returned there post-pandemic).
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If you spend a bit more, there’s Bella Notte’s, Hot Rocks, Chatterpaul’s and Bistro 67 in Whitby. All have fabulous food! I don’t have much experience with the rest of Durham, sorry.
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Bistro 67 is the Durham College? I’m curious about that one, would you elaborate on your experience please?
If you spend a bit more, there’s Bella Notte’s, Hot Rocks, Chatterpaul’s and Bistro 67 in Whitby. All have fabulous food! I don’t have much experience with the rest of Durham, sorry.
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Bistro 67 is the Durham College? I’m curious about that one, would you elaborate on your experience please?
Bistro 67 is the Durham College? I’m curious about that one, would you elaborate on your experience please?
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It's run by students in their culinary program and all the fruits and veggies are grown on site - the meat is all local
I have had some great meal there
It's run by students in their culinary program and all the fruits and veggies are grown on site - the meat is all local
I have had some great meal there
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How are the prices?
How are the prices?
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I went there once. It was kind of on the expensive side but it was a pretty spectacular meal.
@Celticman took me toThe Brock House once and he could not say enough good things about the place! However, I don’t remember a single thing about that day aside from the immersive conversation about motorcycles. I have zero memories of what I ate
Oh! I do remember a Terb veteran telling me about the chocolate fountain they had.I have enjoyed a meal or two at State and Main and while the food is alright, I do not care for the open concept of the restaurant. It makes it an exceedingly loud environment for a meal. Also, I know subway tiles are all the rage, but I hate them.
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I agree with the environment at State and Main it can get loud.@Celticman took me toThe Brock House once and he could not say enough good things about the place! However, I don’t remember a single thing about that day aside from the immersive conversation about motorcycles. I have zero memories of what I ate
I have enjoyed a meal or two at State and Main and while the food is alright, I do not care for the open concept of the restaurant. It makes it an exceedingly loud environment for a meal. Also, I know subway tiles are all the rage, but I hate them.
I went there once. It was kind of on the expensive side but it was a pretty spectacular meal.
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to be honest I can't remember the price
I agree. I prefer to avoid Milestones in Whitby. I also like Bella's note; I found the food at Chatterpaul's and 67 Lean, or at least my date was still hungry. Also, the best Italian restaurant in Whitby is A Tavola which means to the table, an intimate family-owned restaurant. Their rice balls are wonderful. On Brock Street, south of Victoria, is The Lakeside Restaurant or Grill, an intimate experience with many fish dishes and meat. These latter two restaurants are on the pricier side.
