Restaurants in Pickering
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Best Restaurants
“We had a really good experience at Pickle Barrel in Pickering. Our serving staff was Ifty, and he was very polite and welcoming. He answered our questions and a delight to interact. The food was amazing and our family really enjoyed it.”
“Usually go every Friday night for early dinner. Waitresses are great always smiling and making sure everything is ok. Food I is excellent and presention is different. No matter what your order the food is hot ,lots of it.”
“The atmosphere is good however Jacks is becoming increasingly expensive. We had two drinks each (white claw and beer), and we both ordered chicken tenders - and with 20% tip it was $60 each. Tonight it happened to be uncomfortably warm inside - it would have been nice if they opened the patio garage.”
“Best fish and chips we’ve had! The batter was light and flakey and not greasy at all!
The restaurant itself is super cute inside, with a really welcoming atmosphere.
The service was excellent from start to finish. We’ll definitely be coming back again soon!”
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“Our experience at this location is always superb! Mostly because of the excellent service from our regular server, Lynn. She is friendly, knows everything about the menu, efficient, and really makes the customer feel important. The food is great as well. The great experience really comes from Lynn. Highly recomended!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“The atmosphere is good however Jacks is becoming increasingly expensive. We had two drinks each (white claw and beer), and we both ordered chicken tenders - and with 20% tip it was $60 each. Tonight it happened to be uncomfortably warm inside - it would have been nice if they opened the patio garage.”
“My colleague was hungry, so he suggested Chewy's Grill, as I had never heard of it or been there and it was close to work, so why not! I ordered a pulled pork poutine and he had a grilled club wrap. My colleague enjoyed his wrap, he gets it all the time. My poutine was great for the size I got, it was a lot. I shall save the rest for my hubby to enjoy later. He's a poutine fanatic! Great Job Chewy!”
“Our experience at this location is always superb! Mostly because of the excellent service from our regular server, Lynn. She is friendly, knows everything about the menu, efficient, and really makes the customer feel important. The food is great as well. The great experience really comes from Lynn. Highly recomended!”
“I’m going to give some serious love to the potato bacon soup at East Side Mario’s because this one deserves it. It is extremely good. Rich, creamy, hearty and packed with that smoky bacon flavour, it’s exactly the kind of soup you want when you’re looking for something comforting and satisfying.
I’m a big fan of their soups in general, but the potato bacon is one I could very easily make a meal out of. Add the salad and bread, and you’ve got a pretty fantastic lunch without spending a ridiculous amount of money.
East Side Mario’s may be a chain, but they really do know how to make a good soup.”
“Ma Yvé vous êtes la meilleure. Meilleur restaurant Africain à Toronto.”
“We have gone to Amicis since its opening and have nothing but great things to say about it! Just wanted to share our recent experience with my daughter's wedding dinner. We had 60 people, a 5 course delicious meal, table service for drinks and everything was amazing!! Hot food beautifully presented, cold drinks, the friendliest staff who were so attentive that many of our guests commented and thanked them! We were thrilled with Ada who managed all of our requests, and was there to oversee and assist the top notch servers on our special day! Such a positive experience!! Can not say enough good things about it!!”
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“I’m going to give some serious love to the potato bacon soup at East Side Mario’s because this one deserves it. It is extremely good. Rich, creamy, hearty and packed with that smoky bacon flavour, it’s exactly the kind of soup you want when you’re looking for something comforting and satisfying.
I’m a big fan of their soups in general, but the potato bacon is one I could very easily make a meal out of. Add the salad and bread, and you’ve got a pretty fantastic lunch without spending a ridiculous amount of money.
East Side Mario’s may be a chain, but they really do know how to make a good soup.”
“To whoever made the order of me and my sister's late night uber eats bless your soul. We left a funny note in the order description about wanting crispy fries and ketchup with a little thank you attached. When we got our order it not only tasted amazing but they blessed us up with extra crispy fries, loads of ketchup and cookies that we dident even order. Love this place!!”
“Thank you to the Staff at The Social Our party of 6 all had a amazing brunch dining experience today. The Hostess and our waitress were very friendly and perisonalble. The chefs did a amazing job on all of our 6 different meals everyone had ordered. The pleasant relaxed atmosphere was enjoyed by all of us. Every in our group said they look forward to returning to The Social in Pickering for another future dining experience”
“Dropped in for a quick dinner food was delicious, customer service exceptional! Recommend for great authentic taste and make sure to try their kheer.. I’m not big on dessert but this one changed my mind, my kids even said the kheer tasted better than ice cream and a new favourite dessert so that speaks for itself!”
“Thank you to the Staff at The Social Our party of 6 all had a amazing brunch dining experience today. The Hostess and our waitress were very friendly and perisonalble. The chefs did a amazing job on all of our 6 different meals everyone had ordered. The pleasant relaxed atmosphere was enjoyed by all of us. Every in our group said they look forward to returning to The Social in Pickering for another future dining experience”
“The waterfront experience is only surpassed by the great staff that greatly enhance the atmosphere”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Been a while since we had Subway and decided to take a gamble. First time at this location and family was shocked by the quality of the sandwich. They were handcrafted like the subs on the ads. Looked and tasted amazing. There’s a reason why it’s taken us so long to go back to a Subway. The quality has been going downhill in general and that’s the case for most locations. This one is definitely a Unicorn location. We were so impressed that our daughter wanted Subway the following day. Unfortunately we went to a different location due to our schedule and the subs were not very good. That’s a seperate review.”
“We have been going to this Tim Hortons for years. Recently the staff has changed and their service is not the same. Through it all Emma has been their saving grace. Always willing to help and building relationships with their regular customers. Keep it up Emma, you’re doing a great job and you are appreciated! Kathy has also been amazing, always greeting us with a smile 😊”
“My go to Tim Hortons! Super efficient, very clean and organized, this is definitely one of the nicest locations in the Gta. The staff is friendly and accommodating. I feel like I know a couple of them because I am a regular and I have only good things to say! Keep up the good work!”
“This McDonald's has a slightly different layout inside than the ones near us in Stouffville, not bad, just different. Still has the order kiosks, tables, booths and counter seating, but this particular location (just off Brock Road), has table service where they will bring your order directly to your table if you hit the toggle on your order. It's wide open inside, and very bright. We hit during the lunch rush on a very hot & humid day. I did hear a male customer complain about his table and chairs being dirty, and needing to be wiped down. Our seats were fine, and our table was clean, and in no way sticky. I think they were just grumpy because of the excessive humidity outside. This location is just across the parking lot from Activate Pickering. There are floor to ceiling windows here that look out on the parking lot and industrial park the McDonald's is nestled in. Food is what we've all come to expect. Our order was correct, and we received the sauces we requested. Bathrooms were clean too.”
“Great place to host a group. We reserved for for a birthday with a group of 14. Staff were so accommodating and lovely. The party room was semi-private allowing for easy conversation, mingling and great lighting for photos. The food was excellent with lots of great party platter options (and halal items!). Our servers Lucy and Eden took great care of us - they didn’t feel make us feel rushed or like we were a bother. Highly recommend and will definitely be back!”
Takeout Restaurants
“We made it back to extreme burrito after a busy 3 months. We wanted something that was healthy and great tasting and they didn’t disappoint. The people are so friendly and the place is very clean. The food is so fresh and tastes great. And the lunch specials are a really good price. They have the specials on 7 days a week and for 4 hours each day. It is definitely a wonderful place for a meal whether it be lunch or dinner. I would give this place a 5 out of 5”
“I have been a customer of Helmand Kabob for more than 10 years, and normally I order the Qabuli Pulao Lamb Shank and the Lamb Chops. However, they had recently renovated the business and launched new specials and many different items and I had tried the Chicken Greek Salad and the Grilled Chicken with the feta and they were both very delicious.
The reason why I always go there is because they are very clean and provide excellent customer service.
I would recommend trying the Chicken Greek Salad on your first visit.”
“We have gone to Amicis since its opening and have nothing but great things to say about it! Just wanted to share our recent experience with my daughter's wedding dinner. We had 60 people, a 5 course delicious meal, table service for drinks and everything was amazing!! Hot food beautifully presented, cold drinks, the friendliest staff who were so attentive that many of our guests commented and thanked them! We were thrilled with Ada who managed all of our requests, and was there to oversee and assist the top notch servers on our special day! Such a positive experience!! Can not say enough good things about it!!”
“Ordered a rack of ribs and a small potato salad from Uber Eats.
Ribs were delicious and reasonably priced but the $5 small potato salad was a bit crazy. It should be renamed the 2 bite potato salad sampler!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Awesome breakfast . The pancakes are a totally unique experience”
“Great place to host a group. We reserved for for a birthday with a group of 14. Staff were so accommodating and lovely. The party room was semi-private allowing for easy conversation, mingling and great lighting for photos. The food was excellent with lots of great party platter options (and halal items!). Our servers Lucy and Eden took great care of us - they didn’t feel make us feel rushed or like we were a bother. Highly recommend and will definitely be back!”
“At the st. Catharine’s location at the Pen Center. I’m here with my daughter. Had the wings and fries and the dessert Divide and conquer Belgian Waffle! The service is amazing but it’s a large place so we did approach the counter right away. It’s beautiful and clean. So many delicious things on the menu to choose! I highly recommend it!”
“I'm a returning customer many times...the burger and fries are delicious and the chicken is very delicious as well...highly recommend checking this place out. The prices ate amazing in today's economy 😍 definitely my go to in a pinch”
“The Owl of Minerva is a great addition to the pickering food scene and to the greater Durham Region. The menu is fantastic and diverse and the staff are friendly and warm.”
“Love this place!! Great fresh food and even better service. Everyone is so polite and patient. Went here last weekend and definitely planning to come back again. Highly recommended!”
Cheap Eats
“the spicy fries were amazing, i don't know what seasoning mix they used but it was a great masala blend, they certainly put effort in them, as a self appointed fries enthusiast, they get a 9/10 from me, extraordinary work
on an unrelated note, i ordered 5 piece chicken tenders and got 6 pieces, this doesn't affect anything, i just found it funny”
“The most amazing delectable chicken wings I have ever had in my entire life! The honey garlic are so tasty. The Jaffna fries are sooo yummy and full of flavour! This is definitely a family favorite spot. Highly recommend. They offer takeout and delivery. No formal dine in service. The gentleman working the front counter was super helpful and very professional and so kind to offer us gloves. There are some tables and chairs if you wanna eat here but no waiter service. Order at the counter, sit down and enjoy.”
“Ordered a half slab vanilla cake with strawberry filling for our sip & see on pretty short notice, and it was a hit! Decorated to my specification and the cake was delicious. Such great value - we were able to feed a lot of people and everyone enjoyed it. Would order again!”
“It was absolutely delicious. The Thai Lemon Coconut Soup was especially flavourful without being heavy. Generous portions, beautiful presentation, and friendly service make it on those restaurants you can't wait to come back again. Would recommend the the Thai Pineapple Fried Rice and the Chicken Pad Thai.”
“Our server, Christine, was fantastic. We needed a few modifications to side dishes, etc., and she made this so easy and also offered to show items on the menu that would be suitable to the diner's needs.”
“I have to give a huge shoutout to Dave at the Pickering Pizza Hut. He was absolutely fantastic.
I came in not really knowing what I wanted, and Dave was so patient and helpful. He made recommendations and even suggested some add-ons and specials, but what I really appreciated was that it never felt like he was trying to push a sale. It genuinely felt like he was trying to help me figure out what I would actually like. He really went above and beyond!
He has such a great attitude and is just really pleasant to deal with. He took the time to explain the different specials, including the ones available online, and was happy to walk me through everything. He was smiling, enthusiastic, and just genuinely seemed happy to be helping.
Even though I am closer to the Bowmanville location, the Pickering location has always been a consistently better experience!
Thank you Dave & team!”
“Recommend by friends, great atmosphere and locals are friendly! Food choices are wide and service is excellent!! Think we’ve found our new local pub!”
“Fresh, delicious sushi and other food! I loved how they used brown rice which is healtheir for you, also they did not over use soy sauce on their dishes.
One of the best spots in Durham Region! The staff were very friendly and accommodated my glutten free needs. They were always busy and had people waiting for a table when we left. Our first time here and we will be back!”
“It's been a while since I've been here. Sakada is a small Japanese restaurant located in a neighbourhood plaza in Pickering. It appears to be family owned and run. Very friendly people. I was planning to order one of the lunch specials posted in the window but then I saw the All You Can Eat lunch special for $14.00, including a drink. It was too tempting. I ordered a mixture of dishes, starting with miso soup, green salad, and seaweed. That was followed by beef and chicken teriyaki, broccoli tempura, a couple of tofu dishes, and a couple of crab rolls. That was more than enough to stuff me! I'm no sushi expert but everything tasted pretty good. The teriyaki dishes were delicious and everything else was freshly made and yummy. The service was also quite good, especially with a steady stream of customers coming in to pick up orders.”
Latest Reviews
“I came into the Popeyes Pickering location on Tuesday August 12th around 2pm. I just wanted to say that the two guys that were working were super friendly, very nice, smiling, engaging with customers. It was a nice refreshing change these days and I just wanted you to know how much I appreciated it, It is rare to get good customer service these days so when I do I want to share it. Thank you”
“Well the six of us just finished up our breakfast at Kathryns Diner. The server was lovely. Fast, efficient and pleasant. Our son had an omelette. We had peameal sandwich and a western. Coleslaw on the side. Our grand-daughter had a bagel with a fruit cup. All our meals were delicious. We had two fruit cups and there were six different fruits in the large cup. The price was right! Definitely, give it a try. The lunch and dinner menus look inviting too.”
“It was absolutely delicious. The Thai Lemon Coconut Soup was especially flavourful without being heavy. Generous portions, beautiful presentation, and friendly service make it on those restaurants you can't wait to come back again. Would recommend the the Thai Pineapple Fried Rice and the Chicken Pad Thai.”
“I ordered a cake for my daughter's birthday and they were super helpful; I was able to call multiple times and get someone; they even accommodated me coming an hour earlier than their standard pickup times so i wouldn't be late for the party. Saad was absolutely wonderful to work with - they even went above and beyond with an extra layer on my cake because they weren't satisfied with how it came out! Thank you for your commitment to excellence and customer service as well as an amazing yummy cake! I have the rosette ombre cake... amazing.”
“My Place Day Program is a Day Program for special needs adults. We come in there once or twice a week with a group of 5 to 7 and they treat us like family. Portia the manager knows many of our members by name and often come out to say hi and share her smile and kind words with us, Our group loves this location and its staff.”
“My colleague was hungry, so he suggested Chewy's Grill, as I had never heard of it or been there and it was close to work, so why not! I ordered a pulled pork poutine and he had a grilled club wrap. My colleague enjoyed his wrap, he gets it all the time. My poutine was great for the size I got, it was a lot. I shall save the rest for my hubby to enjoy later. He's a poutine fanatic! Great Job Chewy!”
“I recently visited Kandahar Kabab in Pickering, drawn by its reputation for flavorful Afghan cuisine. The menu offers a wide variety of grilled meats, rice platters, and traditional sides, with standout items like the Chicken Tikka Kebab, Chapli Kabab, and Lamb Shank. The portions were generous, and the meat was well-seasoned and cooked to perfection. The Mango Lassi was a refreshing complement to the meal. However, the experience was a bit inconsistent. While some staff were friendly and attentive, others seemed overwhelmed, especially during busy hours. Wait times for food can be long—even when the restaurant isn’t crowded. Huma was the best! always smiling and ready to serve customers. The ambiance is casual, leaning more toward a takeout vibe than a dine-in destination. Prices are on the higher side for the portion sizes, but the flavor and authenticity of the dishes can make it worthwhile”
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“I recently visited Kandahar Kabab in Pickering, drawn by its reputation for flavorful Afghan cuisine. The menu offers a wide variety of grilled meats, rice platters, and traditional sides, with standout items like the Chicken Tikka Kebab, Chapli Kabab, and Lamb Shank. The portions were generous, and the meat was well-seasoned and cooked to perfection. The Mango Lassi was a refreshing complement to the meal. However, the experience was a bit inconsistent. While some staff were friendly and attentive, others seemed overwhelmed, especially during busy hours. Wait times for food can be long—even when the restaurant isn’t crowded. Huma was the best! always smiling and ready to serve customers. The ambiance is casual, leaning more toward a takeout vibe than a dine-in destination. Prices are on the higher side for the portion sizes, but the flavor and authenticity of the dishes can make it worthwhile”
“orderd daily special on line. got charged regular price. I ask them why I was charged more. they said daily special not available on line order. there was no disclosure on line or in the store. they refused to do anything for me. I told them this will be the last time I give them business. also, they mess up one of my order. they give me wrong salad.”
“Service is pathetic, you'll have to usually wait A LOT for the server's attention and then even more for the food to come.
But the food is worth the wait. I hope they increase the servers, the are ALWAYS short staffed, not sure why the management doesn't see it or if the just don't care.”
“I have been a customer of Helmand Kabob for more than 10 years, and normally I order the Qabuli Pulao Lamb Shank and the Lamb Chops. However, they had recently renovated the business and launched new specials and many different items and I had tried the Chicken Greek Salad and the Grilled Chicken with the feta and they were both very delicious.
The reason why I always go there is because they are very clean and provide excellent customer service.
I would recommend trying the Chicken Greek Salad on your first visit.”
“orderd daily special on line. got charged regular price. I ask them why I was charged more. they said daily special not available on line order. there was no disclosure on line or in the store. they refused to do anything for me. I told them this will be the last time I give them business. also, they mess up one of my order. they give me wrong salad.”
New Restaurants
“Excellent customer service!
Delicious food!
Kiranben, the business owner, went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable. Her staff is fantastic!
We have been to Govardhan Thal, Pickering since it has started. Even if you've been there before, you should consider going there again as they have done upgrades in their interiors. It looks nice!
Khaavo pivo and karo jalsa!!!”
“There a a woman working there in the early hours of the morning. She’s very pleasant and always friendly and smiling. She raises her hand and tells us it’s open at 5.
Lovey lady. Every time we go in the drive through window. She comes to the window and shows hand gestures we open at 5.
She’s there 6 to 7 days a week from what I saw. Hard working person.”
“Alice was professional and the food and service was excellent. Lovely clam chowder soup. Lady, young girl escorting us to to our seat. had a friendly attitude and her eyes showed her enjoyment of her job.”