23 Restaurant Lounge

4.5

27 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Farm-to-table

Romantic
Innovative
Good for special occasions

23 Restaurant Lounge features a menu inspired by the geography and seasons, where ingredients are sourced locally from community farmers, foragers, and artisans who provide wholesome natural products. To complement your dining experience, our Head Sommelier can recommend the perfect wine.

Our restaurant also features a lounge where you can sit back, relax, and unwind with a cocktail or fine scotch after a long day exploring our beautiful city.

Not available on OpenTable

Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

Is this your restaurant?

Claim this listing

Order delivery or takeout

There’s more to explore

Discover countless more restaurants like this one with our app.

Scan the QR code to discover countless more restaurants like this one with our app.

Open app

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, French / Canadian
Hours of operation
Dinner Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(519) 272-1776
Website
https://www.23restaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Denis Hernandez
Private party facilities
23 Restaurant Lounge is perfect for a range of events from celebratory dinners and large cocktail receptions. Our event manager is available every step of the way to ensure a seamless event including exclusive menus from our Executive Chef and Sommelier.

Location
23 Albert St, Stratford, ON N5A 1W7
Neighborhood
Stratford
Cross street
Located in the heart of downtown Stratford off Downie street.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Pate en CrouteCA$21.00
foie gras, sous vide Ontario strawberries, wild leek pesto
Braised OctopusCA$19.00
heirloom tomato, tomato nage, espelette chorizo, mussels, clams
Seared ScallopCA$21.00
pork belly, kohlrabi, cauliflower, pickled pearl onion, apple consommé
King Oyster MushroomCA$18.00
escabache, avocado, whipped goat cheese, puffed capers
CauliflowerCA$17.00
cannellini ragout, radicchio, spring onion, puffed wild Rice

Entrees

Togarashi Yellowfin TunaCA$41.00
pickled cucumber, charred corn, radish, fingerling potato, ginger broth, tomatillo salsa
Duck BreastCA$39.00
baby fennel, tatsoi, fondant sweet potato, dates, pepitas, rhubarb gastrique
Short RibCA$40.00
Broccolini, red cabbage puree, pommes duchesse, apricot jus
RabbitCA$45.00
chestnut mushrooms, spring vegetables, guanciale, spaetzle, mustard cream
Lamb SaddleCA$55.00
chicken mousseline, rapini, salt baked celeriac, cherry glaze
RisottoCA$30.00
assorted mushrooms, citrus, black truffle, parmigiana, baby kale

Dessert

Fried Corn BreadCA$13.00
Sweet corn ice cream, caramel popcorn
Chevre CheesecakeCA$14.00
Pistachio, strawberry curd, brittle

Wine List

Wine by the Glass

Wine by the Glass
Please ask us to hear our red and white wine selection

Full Bottles Wines

Sparkling Wine

Velha Reserva Bruto, Metodo Tradicional, Raposeira, Portugal 2011
- 750mlCA$67.00
IGP Emilia Marcello Grand Cru Lambrusco, Ariola, Italy 2019
- 750mlCA$65.00
Champagne Bernard Gaucher, Brut Prestige, France 2011
- 750mlCA$158.00

White Wine

AOC Touraine, Lionel Gosseaume, Les Sauterelles, Sauvignon Blanc, France 2020
- 750mlCA$54.00
AOC Graves Blanc, Chateau Calvimont, France 2016
- 750mlCA$67.00
VQA Niagara Peninsula, Essence Riesling, 13th Street Winery, Canada 2018
- 750mlCA$73.00

Red Wine

Silver Ghost Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Usa 2018CA$140.00
VQA Niagara Peninsula, Fourth Wall Wines, Gamay, Canada 2019CA$62.00
VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Fourth Wall Wines, Cabernet Franc, Canada 2019CA$73.00
La Dula de Garnachas de Altura, Sierra de Tolono, Spain 2019CA$95.00
AOC Savigny Les Beaune, Domaine Jean-Jacques Girard, Burgundy, France 2017CA$120.00
Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore, Livia Fontana, Barolo, Piemonte, Italy 2017CA$85.00
Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC, Mirine, Paolo Manzone, Barolo, Piemonte 2018CA$97.00
Irpinia Campi Taurasini DOC, Satyricon, Luigi Tecce, Biodynamic, Aglianico, Italy 2018CA$112.00

Cocktail Menu

Moonlight NegroniCA$15.00
Empress 1908 Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, Orange Peel
Secret GardenCA$14.00
Junction 56 Gin, St Germain, Basil, Mint, Cucumber, Lime Juice, Strawberry Syrup, Elderflower Soda
Black ManhattanCA$15.00
Bourbon Whiskey, Averna Amaro, Cherry, Bitters
CaesarCA$14.00
NE1 Vodka, Clamato Juice, Lemon, Chilli, Celery, Green Olives
BillionaireCA$23.00
Glenallachie Single Malt Scotch Whisky 15 Years, Lemon Juice, Orange Syrup, Fennel Bitters, Cherry
Smoked Old FashionedCA$12.00
Canadian Rye Whiskey, Simple Syrup, Natural Smoke, Orange Bitters, Cherry
LimitlessCA$12.00
NE1 Vodka, Benedictine, Hibiscus Syrup, Lemon Juice
Watermelon Berry BlastCA$12.00
Tequila, Grand Marnier, Watermelon Puree, Lime juice, Berry Syrup, Soda

Drinks Menu

Beer

Draft BeerCA$8.00
Please ask us to hear our red and white wine selection

Cans

Corona | Mexico, 473ml, ABV: 4.6%
Sapporo | Japan, 500ml, ABV: 5%
Sleeman: Clear 2.0 or Original | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 4% to 5%
Wellington, Special Pale Ale | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 4.5%
Wellington, Imperial Russian Stout | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 8%
Wellington, Sour | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 6.9%
Wellington, Sour | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 6.9%
Four Fathers, Session IPA | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 4.8%
Heritage Hops, 21 Haze East Coast IPA | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 6.2%
Heritage Hops, Perth County Conspiracy Pale Ale | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 4.7%
Heritage Hops, Raspberry Sour| Canada, 473ml, ABV: 5.3%

Other Drinks

Becks Non-AlcoholicCA$5.00
Acqua Panna Natural Spring Water Lrg.CA$5.00
San Pellegrino Sparkling Water Lrg.CA$5.00
Fever Tree TonicsCA$4.00
PepsiCA$3.00
Ginger AleCA$3.00
SpriteCA$3.00
Apple CiderCA$3.00
House Made SyrupsCA$3.00
Coffee & TeaCA$4.00

Spirits

Spirits
Please ask our servers for the Spirits menu

What 27 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

27 Reviews

DK
DawnK
VIP
Detroit
7 reviews
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This place is permanently closed. DO NOT MAKE A RESERVATION! It was a bummer to head over there after a show and find all the doors locked.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2022
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Do not book here they are closed and for some reason still taking reservations.
Is this helpful?
DR
DesertRat
Palm Springs
61 reviews
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A GEM. 23 was a wonderful find. A super place for a before or after theater special event. Walking distance to all 3 Stratford Festival venues. The menu was very inventive. We tried all the appetizers, then did the lamb, risotto and the tuna for main and finally the goat cheese cheesecake. The flavors were amazing. Elegant presentation and perfect portions. We all loved our meals. The room was nicely decorated, with carpet, table cloths and drapes. Other restaurants should be so nice and quiet. We could all talk! Our waiter was attentive, informative and enjoyable to have. The prices were a bit on the high end, but the food matched that easily. I hope we get to see these people again. A memorable night for us.
Is this helpful?
DC
DoreenC
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 9, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were four woman from Windsor,Ontario and from reading reviews we decided to try this new fantastic restaurant. Our dinners were amazing and desserts were to die for. Our waiter and manager made us feel very comfortable.(We we’re a bit loud I think😉. Even the chef came out to greet us and he is amazing. My friends and I will return hopefully this summer.
Is this helpful?
A
April
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was amazing!! Friendly staff. Will definitely be back. The short rib and the tuna was on point. You have to eat here.
Is this helpful?
GM
GillianM
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and personalized service from chef and wait staff were exceptional. We were thoroughly impressed by the creativity of the menu. We’ll most definitely return!
Is this helpful?
D
Denise
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were extremely happy to find 23 Restaurant Lounge in Stratford. It's a new restaurant, but clearly an excellent addition to this wonderful town. Our meals, the risotto and the short ribs, were outstanding. The food is fresh and inventive. Of the various restaurants we visited in Stratford, 23 Restaurant Lounge was by far our favorite! The food, the service, the atmosphere were all exceptional.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Naples
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were pleasantly surprised to find a new dining option in Stratford. The location of 23 was very convenient, especially if you have a show at either the Avon or Studio theatres. The décor is very nice and we found the restaurant spacious with a good sound level (we were able to have a good conversation). Colin waited on us, and was very friendly and attentive. I had braised octopus as an appetizer with the rabbit as my main dish and the cheesecake for dessert. My wife had the cauliflower an appetizer with her main as the tuna and she had the corn dessert. The octopus was done very well, was very fresh and was very tasty with the clams, mussels and chorizo. The rabbit was the star of the show – the tiny bits of guanciale and the spaetzle were just divine. My wife’s cauliflower was scrumptious with the cannellini beans. The tuna was very creatively paired with pickles, charred corn, fingerling potatoes and salsa. Needless to say, we both cleaned our plates and rewarded ourselves with dessert. The fried cornbread was amazing and the caramel popcorn was a nice touch. My cheesecake was paired with fresh strawberries. For the quality of food, and a $70 bottle of wine, our bill came to only $(CAD) 250, comparable to what we’d pay in any other of the places in Stratford where we usually have dinner. There were many other dishes on the menu that we’ll look forward to trying the next time we’re in Stratford.
Is this helpful?
P
Penny
VIP
Toronto
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We unexpectedly had gala opening tickets to one of the Stratford Festival plays and, when we discovered our usual restaurant was full, we decided to try 23. We'll definitely be back. Our group of two couples tried the scallop, pate en croute, and braised octopus appetizers, the duck breast, rabbit and tuna entrees, and the goat's cheesecake dessert. Everything was yummy. The sommelier made a very good recommendation. A request ti prepare the scallop appetizer without the pork belly was handled appropriately. Our server was also attentive to time and had us finished in plenty of time to walk the red carpet at the opening night!
Is this helpful?
JT
JT2022
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time! Better then most high end spots in the GTA ... and its not even in the GTA! lol
Is this helpful?

FAQs

23 Restaurant Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (519) 272-1776.

23 Restaurant Lounge is rated 4.5 stars by 27 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Not available on OpenTable

Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

Is this your restaurant?

Claim this listing

Order delivery or takeout

23 Albert St, Stratford, ON N5A 1W7

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Located in the heart of downtown Stratford off Downie street.
Neighborhood
Stratford
Hours of operation
Dinner Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, French / Canadian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Denis Hernandez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.23restaurant.com/
Phone number
(519) 272-1776
Private party facilities
23 Restaurant Lounge is perfect for a range of events from celebratory dinners and large cocktail receptions. Our event manager is available every step of the way to ensure a seamless event including exclusive menus from our Executive Chef and Sommelier.

23 Restaurant Lounge

Not available on OpenTable

Order delivery or takeout

There’s more to explore

Dining areas

Additional information

Apps

Pate en CrouteCA$21.00

Braised OctopusCA$19.00

Seared ScallopCA$21.00

King Oyster MushroomCA$18.00

CauliflowerCA$17.00

Entrees

Togarashi Yellowfin TunaCA$41.00

Duck BreastCA$39.00

Short RibCA$40.00

RabbitCA$45.00

Lamb SaddleCA$55.00

RisottoCA$30.00

Dessert

Fried Corn BreadCA$13.00

Chevre CheesecakeCA$14.00

Wine List

Wine by the Glass

Wine by the Glass

Full Bottles Wines

Sparkling Wine

Velha Reserva Bruto, Metodo Tradicional, Raposeira, Portugal 2011

IGP Emilia Marcello Grand Cru Lambrusco, Ariola, Italy 2019

Champagne Bernard Gaucher, Brut Prestige, France 2011

White Wine

AOC Touraine, Lionel Gosseaume, Les Sauterelles, Sauvignon Blanc, France 2020

AOC Graves Blanc, Chateau Calvimont, France 2016

VQA Niagara Peninsula, Essence Riesling, 13th Street Winery, Canada 2018

Red Wine

Silver Ghost Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, Usa 2018CA$140.00

VQA Niagara Peninsula, Fourth Wall Wines, Gamay, Canada 2019CA$62.00

VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Fourth Wall Wines, Cabernet Franc, Canada 2019CA$73.00

La Dula de Garnachas de Altura, Sierra de Tolono, Spain 2019CA$95.00

AOC Savigny Les Beaune, Domaine Jean-Jacques Girard, Burgundy, France 2017CA$120.00

Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore, Livia Fontana, Barolo, Piemonte, Italy 2017CA$85.00

Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC, Mirine, Paolo Manzone, Barolo, Piemonte 2018CA$97.00

Irpinia Campi Taurasini DOC, Satyricon, Luigi Tecce, Biodynamic, Aglianico, Italy 2018CA$112.00

Cocktail Menu

Moonlight NegroniCA$15.00

Secret GardenCA$14.00

Black ManhattanCA$15.00

CaesarCA$14.00

BillionaireCA$23.00

Smoked Old FashionedCA$12.00

LimitlessCA$12.00

Watermelon Berry BlastCA$12.00

Drinks Menu

Beer

Draft BeerCA$8.00

Cans

Corona | Mexico, 473ml, ABV: 4.6%

Sapporo | Japan, 500ml, ABV: 5%

Sleeman: Clear 2.0 or Original | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 4% to 5%

Wellington, Special Pale Ale | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 4.5%

Wellington, Imperial Russian Stout | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 8%

Wellington, Sour | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 6.9%

Wellington, Sour | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 6.9%

Four Fathers, Session IPA | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 4.8%

Heritage Hops, 21 Haze East Coast IPA | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 6.2%

Heritage Hops, Perth County Conspiracy Pale Ale | Canada, 473ml, ABV: 4.7%

Heritage Hops, Raspberry Sour| Canada, 473ml, ABV: 5.3%

Other Drinks

Becks Non-AlcoholicCA$5.00

Acqua Panna Natural Spring Water Lrg.CA$5.00

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water Lrg.CA$5.00

Fever Tree TonicsCA$4.00

PepsiCA$3.00

Ginger AleCA$3.00

SpriteCA$3.00

Apple CiderCA$3.00

House Made SyrupsCA$3.00

Coffee & TeaCA$4.00

Spirits

Spirits