The essence of Lemon Bistro. Everything from the fresh garden selections, specialty ingredients, hand made sweet selections and uplifting contemporary ambience. It's the core idea behind chef Livio Veroni's attitude on life, art and the creative culinary processes that bring them all together.
We have been visiting the Lemon Bistro ever since it opened approx 4 years ago. I have NEVER had a bad meal there, and quite frankly I judge the Lemon Bistro as the Gold standard by which I judge all other restaurants. The atmosphere is always welcoming, Dan usually serves us and treats us like members of the family, he is attentive without being intrusive, the food as cooked by Livio is simply delicious. The portions are perfectly sized so you are not put off with a great mound of food. The ingredients are fresh, tasty and the meat or fish is always cooked to perfection. Plus, Dan makes the best cosmo in the GTA. I would not hesitate in recommending this restaurant to anyone who wants a genuine, intimate, gourmet fine dining experience. We adore this place - it's everything a local bistro restuarant should be.
I just joined Restaurantica and came across reviews of the Lemon Bistro. I was surprised by some of the negative comments.
My first time there, May 2009, was for a retirement function. I must say of the 17 people in attendance none were disappointed with the food, service or ambiance.
As for the speed of the service I can only say we didn't eat we dined. There is a difference. We were not rushed, we were made to feel at home by Dan our server who attended to our needs without being intrusive.
We have since enjoyed a graduation celebration at the Bistro.
We star in a tiny place with slow service. If you...
We star in a tiny place with slow service. If you are busy, at least bring us some wine to start! There is nothing as bitter as arugula and endive when they havn't been checked for bitterness. Any good cook knows these items have to be checkes, some days are better than others with these greens.
Tomato is not the best choice for scallops. A bit too acidic. Lamb was touch as was the pork.
This was the review from my wife and I, we were hosting the meal and were too embarrased to ask our guests their opinion and hoped they didn't notice.
Great restaurant and great food that is well above average. Make reservations because it fills up quickly. The staff is kind and courteous and the small atmosphere adds to the charm of the restaurant. Not a big menu, but what they do, they do well. My usually picky Italian mother will be joining us next time.
Who writes your reviews?It looks like you have written 9 of them.It's on your profile.
The place is really small and the food is well below avarage.It looks like the cook is always on break because the waiter's excuse seems to blame other people for the restaurants' failures.
My wife who is a really good cook said that she wouldn't have paid for the meal.We avoided making a scene and left leaving no tip.
