The absolute best dining experience in windsor-essex, the freshest ingredients, intimate dining room, and knowledgeable waitstaff make for an overall dining experience that is over the top. If you want a top-notch dining experience, this is the place. A staple in windsor for over 40 years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Lasagna
B Jacklin
Great food and great atmosphere. Our server Jarrett and Junior both are amazing very friendly great knowledge super service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Steak Diane
Dave G
My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at the Cook’s shop and the food and service by Spencer were outstanding. I would highly recommend the Cook’s shop and we will definitely return. This is one of the best restaurants in Windsor Essex.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Stroganoff, Australian Lamb Rack
madi carwile
this place was so cute! my mom and i were on the waitlist but they snagged us a table super quick. everyone was so nice, and Jarrett our server was incredible. food and drinks were all phenomenal, i really recommend the cherry lime mojito.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Samantha PT
My husband brought me to the cook shop to celebrate my birthday after we had such a wonderful time last May for our anniversary dinner. My husband enjoyed his dish very much - lasagna. My dish on the other hand was extremely disappointing and nothing like when I had the same dish back in May. I ordered the linguine Alfredo, with double shrimp ($26 in shrimp). The pasta was FINE but dry. The shrimp was UNSEASONED, and extremely over cooked - it was like cutting a steak.Now, I will take responsibility in the fact that I didn't say anything at the restaurant (even though my face said it all). I really wanted to enjoy my birthday dinner and not hinder the experience. I felt very embarrassed to tell the waitress "give me double shrimp, It was sooo delicious last time!" to then turn around and say "this shrimp is unseasoned and over cooked. Take it back"Where the restaurant needs to take responsibility is that this dish should have NEVER left the kitchen. I did reach out to the restaurant via Facebook and the response I got was that it's basically my fault I am unsatisfied. I should have told the waitress and they would have "seasoned my shrimp". The owner said he will serve me personally on our next visit.I don't want nor need to be served by the owner. I would like regular service that one would recieve any time they dine at the cook shop - if it's as wonderful as the experience I had back on May 16.Due to inconsistency and the owners unwillingness to take responsibility for their part of this situation, it's unlikely that we will be back. It's extremely unfortunate because MAN, that first time we dined here the food was AMAZING.** recieved another message from the owner stating that I am "obviously unwilling to come to a solution in this situation" - I would love to come to a solution with this situation, I think HE doesn't want to come to a solution and is putting it on me.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Mirialys Perez
Beautiful and cozy, my husband and I had a fantastic night there, perfect for a quiet date, and the food is "finger-licking good." The gentleman that helped us was very friendly and polite, he speaks Portuguese and Understand Spanish and talked to us in fantastic manners, I can recall his name but he was great at his job. My favourite food was the dessert it was like an explosion of creamy and toasted coconut in your mouth. 100% recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Creme Brulee, Beef Stroganoff
baloney X
I don't really celebrate occasions, but tomorrow is my birthday and so I thought it's a good excuse to try out this dining location. Got lucky that they were able to take me in, as long as I arrive by 5:30.I ordered a rack of Australian lamb rack, with half linguine pasta with clam and additional pan-seared shrimps. Everything is good. I had my lamb well done. It had crispy sides, which is to my liking. The clams and shrimps taste fresh. All are perfectly flavoured in a way that nothing is overpowering.For dessert, I had tiramisu. It's one of the best -- if not the best, tiramisu I have had, so far.I was entertained by Jarrett (I heard their name's Jeric, but when I saw the bill, it says Jarrett) and they served me well.Waiting time is reasonable.I read that this is a nice romantic dinner place, so I hope to come back when I finally have a date. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa Bristow
The Cook's Shop is a Windsor staple for romantic date nights. I haven't been here in over 5 years, and had recently come for a date night when I was in town visiting my family. This was the 1st time that I had been here under the new management and I am thrilled that the new management has kept up the same romantic vibe, delicious food and impeccable service. It was still as every bit as amazing as it has always been. I cannot wait to visit again. Their prices are fantastic for the amount of food and experience you get.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam V
Very intimate,refined dining experience. I have been coming here for 15 years and have never left disappointed.Reservations are a must.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Dinner
Avery Baker
jarret was an amazing server. so knowledgeable and polite. definitely made it worth the trip. the food was amazing. would recommend the crème brûlée for desert. will be coming back for
Never disappointed here. Amazing job Spencer & staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brandon J. Liddy
My wife and I have being dinning at the cook shop for over 15 years. It's romantic, low lit atmosphere is wonderful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pat O'Mahony
Top notch ever time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Janice Heaton
Excellent service at the Cook's Shop,the food was outstanding, atmosphere relaxing, beautiful environment.The service was superb.Will recommend to everyone.
The absolute best dining experience in windsor-essex, the freshest ingredients, intimate dining room, and knowledgeable waitstaff make for an overall dining experience that is over the top. If you want a top-notch dining experience, this is the place. A staple in windsor for over 40 years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Lasagna
Great food and great atmosphere. Our server Jarrett and Junior both are amazing very friendly great knowledge super service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Steak Diane
My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at the Cook’s shop and the food and service by Spencer were outstanding. I would highly recommend the Cook’s shop and we will definitely return. This is one of the best restaurants in Windsor Essex.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Stroganoff, Australian Lamb Rack
this place was so cute! my mom and i were on the waitlist but they snagged us a table super quick. everyone was so nice, and Jarrett our server was incredible. food and drinks were all phenomenal, i really recommend the cherry lime mojito.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband brought me to the cook shop to celebrate my birthday after we had such a wonderful time last May for our anniversary dinner. My husband enjoyed his dish very much - lasagna. My dish on the other hand was extremely disappointing and nothing like when I had the same dish back in May. I ordered the linguine Alfredo, with double shrimp ($26 in shrimp). The pasta was FINE but dry. The shrimp was UNSEASONED, and extremely over cooked - it was like cutting a steak.Now, I will take responsibility in the fact that I didn't say anything at the restaurant (even though my face said it all). I really wanted to enjoy my birthday dinner and not hinder the experience. I felt very embarrassed to tell the waitress "give me double shrimp, It was sooo delicious last time!" to then turn around and say "this shrimp is unseasoned and over cooked. Take it back"Where the restaurant needs to take responsibility is that this dish should have NEVER left the kitchen. I did reach out to the restaurant via Facebook and the response I got was that it's basically my fault I am unsatisfied. I should have told the waitress and they would have "seasoned my shrimp". The owner said he will serve me personally on our next visit.I don't want nor need to be served by the owner. I would like regular service that one would recieve any time they dine at the cook shop - if it's as wonderful as the experience I had back on May 16.Due to inconsistency and the owners unwillingness to take responsibility for their part of this situation, it's unlikely that we will be back. It's extremely unfortunate because MAN, that first time we dined here the food was AMAZING.** recieved another message from the owner stating that I am "obviously unwilling to come to a solution in this situation" - I would love to come to a solution with this situation, I think HE doesn't want to come to a solution and is putting it on me.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Beautiful and cozy, my husband and I had a fantastic night there, perfect for a quiet date, and the food is "finger-licking good." The gentleman that helped us was very friendly and polite, he speaks Portuguese and Understand Spanish and talked to us in fantastic manners, I can recall his name but he was great at his job. My favourite food was the dessert it was like an explosion of creamy and toasted coconut in your mouth. 100% recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Creme Brulee, Beef Stroganoff
I don't really celebrate occasions, but tomorrow is my birthday and so I thought it's a good excuse to try out this dining location. Got lucky that they were able to take me in, as long as I arrive by 5:30.I ordered a rack of Australian lamb rack, with half linguine pasta with clam and additional pan-seared shrimps. Everything is good. I had my lamb well done. It had crispy sides, which is to my liking. The clams and shrimps taste fresh. All are perfectly flavoured in a way that nothing is overpowering.For dessert, I had tiramisu. It's one of the best -- if not the best, tiramisu I have had, so far.I was entertained by Jarrett (I heard their name's Jeric, but when I saw the bill, it says Jarrett) and they served me well.Waiting time is reasonable.I read that this is a nice romantic dinner place, so I hope to come back when I finally have a date. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Cook's Shop is a Windsor staple for romantic date nights. I haven't been here in over 5 years, and had recently come for a date night when I was in town visiting my family. This was the 1st time that I had been here under the new management and I am thrilled that the new management has kept up the same romantic vibe, delicious food and impeccable service. It was still as every bit as amazing as it has always been. I cannot wait to visit again. Their prices are fantastic for the amount of food and experience you get.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very intimate,refined dining experience. I have been coming here for 15 years and have never left disappointed.Reservations are a must.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Dinner
jarret was an amazing server. so knowledgeable and polite. definitely made it worth the trip. the food was amazing. would recommend the crème brûlée for desert. will be coming back for
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Never disappointed here. Amazing job Spencer & staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I have being dinning at the cook shop for over 15 years. It's romantic, low lit atmosphere is wonderful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Top notch ever time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent service at the Cook's Shop,the food was outstanding, atmosphere relaxing, beautiful environment.The service was superb.Will recommend to everyone.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our server Jr. Was great, and the food was just
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5