Best dinner in Kw, hands down. The chefs choice gave us so many chances to taste the array of delicious eats, and they really made it tailored to all our various dietary needs! Can’t wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potatoes Bravas, Tand I's Smoked Salmon on Crisp Rosti Potatoes with Chive
Rodney Gill
Great evening out with excellent food across the board. We had the chef choice flight pf food and the 6 + dishes and desserts were truly amazing! Definitely will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken, Potatoes Bravas, Tand I's Smoked Salmon on Crisp Rosti Potatoes with Chive, Vanilla Panna Cotta, Small Plates, Cheesecake
Richard Diggins
Our party of four visited Public for the Anthony Bourdain 10 course "crush" in early February, expecting some of the food would be tapas quality. Public bombed with servings of hot dog, blood pudding, a so so sandwich and ramen soup that couldn't compete with the dollar store version. Their black beans with pork, beef bouguinon and poutine were good but pedestrian. The highlight of the meal was dessert (chocolate mousse) in advance of a bloated bill. The cost based on the quality of servings was high at $60 per person and we were charged with a bottle of pinot we didn't have. We caught that error but missed an overcharge of $5 pp for the meals. My partner posted a query about the overcharge on Public's FB page, thinking they might have increased their website advertised price for later iterations of the crush event. A month later, still no reply. Given the many good reviews of Public on google we will give them a second visit though first impressions didn't impress.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Nick Skant
I’m not sure if people in kw don’t get out much or what. Very high ratings on restaurants that simply are not that good. Public food is pretty decent however my experience was very poor. Very busy and uncomfortable setting. Service was very poor, extremely slow and inattentive. We were there for two full hour waiting very long between each course, didn’t really want to eat potatoes on their own. Drink rarely got refilled. Servers seemed uninterested. Keep in mind I’m overly polite and generally have great reception from servers. Overall this just wasn’t it. Compare this to any restaurant in Toronto it would be closed down in a week. Step it up public. Weak
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
Suse Santos
1st time at Public. Restaurant is quaint and very esthetically appealing. Waiter suggested the Chef's choice menu which was $50. We were a group of 5.Drinks and cocktails are quite pricey. We asked for sangria and they were delish. Glass of wine starts at $17 for an 8oz I believe.The food was well prepared.Each dish came with a tapas amount for each person to try.I did expect a little more dialogue from the wait staff. Explaining the dishes. The food was tasty. We did expect a bit more seafood vs. bread, potatoes, and salad, which would have satisfied the value for money. However, all that arrived was yummy. Again, as a meal finisher, the chefs choice I think a small desert bite or two should have been included.Hard to say if we will be back or not, certainly worth a try none the less
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tand I's Smoked Salmon on Crisp Rosti Potatoes with Chive
Sierra Sky
Best food I've ever had. Honestly nothing tops this place. Truely magical atmosphere. It's the only restaurant I will consider for a special occasion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Tartare with Lime Pickled Onions Red Wine Reduction And, Fried Chicken, Patatas Bravas
Jyoti Pokhariya
This restaurant is a GEM!!!?I don’t know why it took me so much time to review them lol. I’ve been going here for a year now.We go to this restaurant quite often and there was not a single time when they disappointed us. I mean Wow!!!!! Service, food, atmosphere everything 10/10.Must try their fried chicken, potatoes brava, hot sauce, cheesecake and house beers. John, Arthur, other staff members and even the owner, are really nice people and they know what your taste is and will always recommend the best.Can’t wait for my next date here!?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Peter M
My partner and I went here and the food is great. Highlights were the fried chicken, the scallops, and the pork belly. We also ordered off-menu and tried the poutine. Unfortunately the fries and gravy were cold. It was edible but certainly detracted overall. We finished up with the cheesecake which was divine.Drinks were okay. I had the Smoked Blueberry Margarita and the salt rim was way overpowering. Consider a half-rim. The other drinks were great though. Jive Hive was the stand out.Service was amazing from Sarah. The food was explained by the floor manager when he ran out the dish.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken, Cheesecake
Calin Alexander
Really nice atmosphere with great service. The food is great and the tapas style service is really great for sharing. Price wise the portions are a little small but forgivable due to the quality and flavour. Great date night, highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoke Salmon with Potato Rosti, Fried Chicken
Siegy Wiens
In my top 5 for Waterloo Region. Wednesday buck-a-chuck is awesome ? Don't eat all my oysters! Great food selection. Great craft beer selection ‼️
Did not support our community in the pandemic. Went 100% against public health advice so I cannot support such a business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Steff Hartnell
Stopped in randomly from out of town for a quick drink before a show. We were immaculately welcomed and looked after by both Jessie and Jack. Stellar drinks, food and service. Looking for reasons to visit KW again soon. Thanks!!
Best dinner in Kw, hands down. The chefs choice gave us so many chances to taste the array of delicious eats, and they really made it tailored to all our various dietary needs! Can’t wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Potatoes Bravas, Tand I's Smoked Salmon on Crisp Rosti Potatoes with Chive
Great evening out with excellent food across the board. We had the chef choice flight pf food and the 6 + dishes and desserts were truly amazing! Definitely will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken, Potatoes Bravas, Tand I's Smoked Salmon on Crisp Rosti Potatoes with Chive, Vanilla Panna Cotta, Small Plates, Cheesecake
Our party of four visited Public for the Anthony Bourdain 10 course "crush" in early February, expecting some of the food would be tapas quality. Public bombed with servings of hot dog, blood pudding, a so so sandwich and ramen soup that couldn't compete with the dollar store version. Their black beans with pork, beef bouguinon and poutine were good but pedestrian. The highlight of the meal was dessert (chocolate mousse) in advance of a bloated bill. The cost based on the quality of servings was high at $60 per person and we were charged with a bottle of pinot we didn't have. We caught that error but missed an overcharge of $5 pp for the meals. My partner posted a query about the overcharge on Public's FB page, thinking they might have increased their website advertised price for later iterations of the crush event. A month later, still no reply. Given the many good reviews of Public on google we will give them a second visit though first impressions didn't impress.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
I’m not sure if people in kw don’t get out much or what. Very high ratings on restaurants that simply are not that good. Public food is pretty decent however my experience was very poor. Very busy and uncomfortable setting. Service was very poor, extremely slow and inattentive. We were there for two full hour waiting very long between each course, didn’t really want to eat potatoes on their own. Drink rarely got refilled. Servers seemed uninterested. Keep in mind I’m overly polite and generally have great reception from servers. Overall this just wasn’t it. Compare this to any restaurant in Toronto it would be closed down in a week. Step it up public. Weak
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 2
1st time at Public. Restaurant is quaint and very esthetically appealing. Waiter suggested the Chef's choice menu which was $50. We were a group of 5.Drinks and cocktails are quite pricey. We asked for sangria and they were delish. Glass of wine starts at $17 for an 8oz I believe.The food was well prepared.Each dish came with a tapas amount for each person to try.I did expect a little more dialogue from the wait staff. Explaining the dishes. The food was tasty. We did expect a bit more seafood vs. bread, potatoes, and salad, which would have satisfied the value for money. However, all that arrived was yummy. Again, as a meal finisher, the chefs choice I think a small desert bite or two should have been included.Hard to say if we will be back or not, certainly worth a try none the less
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tand I's Smoked Salmon on Crisp Rosti Potatoes with Chive
Best food I've ever had. Honestly nothing tops this place. Truely magical atmosphere. It's the only restaurant I will consider for a special occasion.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Tartare with Lime Pickled Onions Red Wine Reduction And, Fried Chicken, Patatas Bravas
This restaurant is a GEM!!!?I don’t know why it took me so much time to review them lol. I’ve been going here for a year now.We go to this restaurant quite often and there was not a single time when they disappointed us. I mean Wow!!!!! Service, food, atmosphere everything 10/10.Must try their fried chicken, potatoes brava, hot sauce, cheesecake and house beers. John, Arthur, other staff members and even the owner, are really nice people and they know what your taste is and will always recommend the best.Can’t wait for my next date here!?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My partner and I went here and the food is great. Highlights were the fried chicken, the scallops, and the pork belly. We also ordered off-menu and tried the poutine. Unfortunately the fries and gravy were cold. It was edible but certainly detracted overall. We finished up with the cheesecake which was divine.Drinks were okay. I had the Smoked Blueberry Margarita and the salt rim was way overpowering. Consider a half-rim. The other drinks were great though. Jive Hive was the stand out.Service was amazing from Sarah. The food was explained by the floor manager when he ran out the dish.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken, Cheesecake
Really nice atmosphere with great service. The food is great and the tapas style service is really great for sharing. Price wise the portions are a little small but forgivable due to the quality and flavour. Great date night, highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoke Salmon with Potato Rosti, Fried Chicken
In my top 5 for Waterloo Region. Wednesday buck-a-chuck is awesome ? Don't eat all my oysters! Great food selection. Great craft beer selection ‼️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken
Restaurantji Recommends
First time and it was awesome! Will be back :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great staffGreat foodGreat
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Did not support our community in the pandemic. Went 100% against public health advice so I cannot support such a business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Stopped in randomly from out of town for a quick drink before a show. We were immaculately welcomed and looked after by both Jessie and Jack. Stellar drinks, food and service. Looking for reasons to visit KW again soon. Thanks!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best restaurant in KW! A must visit!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5