Borealis Grille & Bar - Guelph

4.4

1404 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

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2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Borealis Grille & Bar is a restaurant that serves the very best of locally crafted foods and beverages at everyday prices. We bring "The Taste of Ontario”, the highest quality of fresh products from Ontario farmers, breweries and wineries to our guests each and every day. Combined with a deep respect for local heritage and craftsmanship and an unwavering dedication for sustainability and the environment, Borealis represents the embodiment of our philosophy and values.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian, Organic, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(519) 265-9008
Website
http://www.borealisgrille.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Smit Rawal
Catering
Please call the restaurant for any catering or private dining inquiries.
Private party facilities
Our wine cellar private dining room is a beautiful stone room constructed with local stone from Milverton, Ontario. The room seats a maximum of 24 guests (we do have options for larger groups, see below). Special prix-fixe menus are available and can be tailored to your group's preferences and needs. Room contains a large flatscreen TV for presentations with HDMI hook up and mac adaptor. Our Tom Thomson Dining Room is also available to book out for private functions and features a brand new 16:9 100" HD Projector screen with full AV capabilities for special meetings or events. Room seats a max of 80 people. Please contact the restaurant for more details!

Location
1388 Gordon St, Guelph, ON N1L 1C9
Neighborhood
Guelph
Cross street
Arkell Rd.
Parking details
Parking is available at the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Wednesday Date Night
Multiple dates available
On Wednesday evenings two can dine for $69.95. Includes 3 courses, with multiple choices for each course!
New Year's Eve Celebration Dinner
Dec 31, 2024 only
Begin ringing in 2025 with our chef-curated New Year’s Eve features, celebrating locally inspired dishes and celebratory craft cocktails! Indulge in standout creations like our VG Farms Tomahawk Short Rib ,Crispy Skin Manitoulin Trout, classic Steak Frites, and Mushroom Rigatoni. And to end the evening on a sweet note, savor decadent desserts like Maple Creme Brulee and a rich Chocolate Torte. Join us for an unforgettable night of flavors, festivities, and the perfect start to the new year! Full menu available along with chef's feature dishes. We're also making it a family affair with a Kid's Countdown @ 6pm!

Popular dishes

Daily Market SoupCA$8.95
chef's seasonal selection
Spinach Ricotta DipCA$17.95
caramelized onions, fresh herbs, rosemary focaccia
Bacon FlatbreadCA$17.95
smoked ontario pork belly, onion jam, cheddar cheese, sour cream, potato crisps, scallions
Pesto Bruschetta FlatbreadCA$17.95
grape tomato bruschetta, hemp seed pesto, goat cheese, dressed arugula
Wild Boar PoutineCA$19.95
fresh fries, slow roasted pulled boar, thornloe cheddar curds, short rib gravy, crispy onions
Corn + Black Bean AntojitosCA$16.95
southwest spiced cream cheese, sour cream, pickled onions, cilantro
Barrie's Farm NachosCA$19.95
corn + asparagus chips, mixed cheese, corn + black bean salsa, pickled onions, sour cream, cilantro I top your nachos: blackened chicken $6.95, bacon $3.95, extra cheese $5.95
Ontario Chicken WingsCA$17.95
1lb local breaded chicken wings, crudite + ranch, flavours: hot, BBQ or apple mustard
Parmesan FriesCA$9.95
served with roasted garlic aioli

Handhelds

substitute items with fries for: leafy greens, kale caesar salad or parmesan fries +$2.95 I Gluten free buns available +$1.00 I Add Bacon +$3.95

Turkey BurgerCA$19.95
hayter's ground turkey, cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, roasted garlic aioli, pickled onions, toasted bun, fries
Cheddar BurgerCA$20.95
yu ranch grass fed beef + pork patty, cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, house pickles, roasted garlic aioli, toasted bun, fries
Bacon Blue Cheese BurgerCA$23.95
yu ranch grass-fed beef + pork patty, blue cheese, peppercorn bacon, shredded lettuce, crispy onions, roasted garlic aioli, toasted bun, fries
Crispy Chickpea BurgerCA$19.95
crispy chickpea falafel, hemp seed pesto, goat cheese, roasted garlic aioli, pickled onions, greens, toasted bun, fries
Borealis Chicken ClubCA$20.95
grilled ontario chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, crisp bacon, roasted garlic aioli, pickled onions, greens, tomato preserve, schiacciata bun, fries
Fried Chicken SandwichCA$20.95
buttermilk fried ontario chicken thigh, 'nbhd goods' apple mustard, house pickles, ranch, shredded lettuce, toasted bun, fries
Steak SandwichCA$26.95
grilled 5oz vg farms striploin, roasted garlic aioli, onion jam, greens, schiacciata bun, fries

Lunchables

substitute soup or kale caesar salad +$2.95

Soup + SaladCA$14.95
daily market soup with leafy greens salad
Half Flatbread + SaladCA$17.95
your choice of half flatbread (bacon or pesto bruschetta) with leafy greens salad
Double Taco + SaladCA$19.95
your choice of 2 x veggie or great lakes cajun fish tacos with leafy greens salad I veggie tacos: chickpea falafel, pickled onions, lettuce, sour cream, goat cheese I great lakes cajun fish tacos: ocean wise pickerel bites dusted + fried, house slaw, pickled onion, dill tartar sauce

Salad Bowls

add grilled chicken breast +$9.95 I cajun tofu +$7.95 I pan seared trout +$11.95

Kale Caesar SaladCA$14.95
lake, herb + cheese croutons, local parmesan, crisp bacon, garlic dressing (small $9.95)
Leafy Greens SaladCA$13.95
cucumber, grape tomatoes, pickled onion, herbed vinaigrette (small $8.95)
VG Farms Steak SaladCA$27.95
mixed greens, roasted red peppers, pickled onions, cucumbers, creamy blue cheese dressing, potato crisps
Blackened Chicken Taco SaladCA$20.95
mixed greens, chilled blackened chicken, pickled onions, cucumber, mixed cheese, black bean + corn salsa, herbed vinaigrette, cilantro, crushed barrie's asparagus chips

Local Heroes

Three Sisters BowlCA$22.95
roasted butternut squash, charred corn, spiced black beans, hemp seed pesto, honey cider gastrique, toasted walnut crumble, wild rice pilaf
1 Piece Buttermilk Fried Ontario ChickenCA$20.95
fried chicken thigh, fresh cut fries, coleslaw, choice of BBQ, ranch or hot sauce
2 Pieces Buttermilk Fried Ontario ChickenCA$28.95
fried chicken thighs, fresh cut fries, coleslaw, choice of BBQ, ranch or hot sauce
Great Lakes Fish + ChipsCA$22.95
ocean wise pickerel beer batter + fried, dill tartar sauce, fries, house slaw
Crispy Skin Manitoulin TroutCA$27.95
braised red cabbage, wild rice pilaf, honey apple cider glaze, potato crisps
Mushroom RigatoniCA$20.95
roasted mushroom medley, caramelized onions, herbed garlic cream sauce, goat cheese, arugula
Wild Boar RaguCA$24.95
slow braised boar, baby spinach, herbed ricotta
Steak FritesCA$34.95
grilled 8oz new york cut sirloin steak, parmesan fries, jus, chimichurri

What 1,404 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

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Borealis Grille & Bar in Guelph is a standout dining destination with "wonderful staff" and "amazing service." Known for its delicious, locally-sourced menu, patrons rave about the "excellent food" and "great atmosphere." The patio offers a delightful setting, and the diverse menu ensures a satisfying culinary experience for all.

1,404 Reviews

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Randi
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server was excellent. Food was great! Dining room seemed cramped in the middle but wasn't an issue.
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Mary
Toronto
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We were disappointed in our experience this time. The turkey vegetable soup was poor and several others found their food bland. I thought my chicken club was ok but overpriced and an additional charge for a few pieces of lettuce and 3 cherry tomatoes added to that impression. The service was slow as well.
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Andrea
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was great. The boar ragu was meh while the buttermilk chicken was pretty good. The place is nice but doesn’t make a lasting impression.
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Debra
VIP
Toronto
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The trout was delicious as was the roast beef. Very good.
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Daniel
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. Probably the best burger I’ve had in months.
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Nancy
VIP
Toronto
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My family had supper at Borealis last evening. We had three different dishes and all were delicious! Our server was friendly and attentive. We recommend saving room for dessert which is always yummy. We tried the chocolate tort this time. It disappeared in record time!
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Lisa
VIP
Toronto
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was awesome. I had the chicken supreme which never disappoints Hubby had the turkey burger and said it was one od the best he's had Definitely recommend this place
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Lori
VIP
Toronto
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice date night. Didn't have kale for kale Caesar and sub mixed greens which did not work at all :( Server was very pleasant but service was a tad slow. Enjoyed our day night
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Robin
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The experience was uneven. When we entered the lobby, there was no one there, so I had to find someone to seat us. There was some delay while this was organized. Once seated, we were ignored until I signaled to a waitress. Even though she was not the assigned staff to our table, she stepped into the breach, and was excellent for the rest of our stay, even staying past the end of her shift to make sure we were attended to. Kudos to her! The food was good. They brought the wrong salad for my wife, but brought the correct one promptly and comped the wrong salad, which I was happy to eat. Would we go again, uncertain. There’s so many good restaurants in Guelph, we would likely eat somewhere else.
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Melanie
VIP
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I tried the Novemburger and it was delicious. The service was excellent, as always! A special mention goes to Tamara who is incredibly knowledgeable and always makes our dining experience memorable. Thank you Borealis; we will be back!
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FAQs

Borealis Grille & Bar - Guelph offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (519) 265-9008.

Borealis Grille & Bar - Guelph is rated 4.4 stars by 1404 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Borealis Grille & Bar - Guelph

1388 Gordon St, Guelph, ON N1L 1C9

Additional information

Cross street
Arkell Rd.
Neighborhood
Guelph
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian, Organic, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is available at the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Smit Rawal
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.borealisgrille.ca/
Phone number
(519) 265-9008
Catering
Please call the restaurant for any catering or private dining inquiries.
Private party facilities
Our wine cellar private dining room is a beautiful stone room constructed with local stone from Milverton, Ontario. The room seats a maximum of 24 guests (we do have options for larger groups, see below). Special prix-fixe menus are available and can be tailored to your group's preferences and needs. Room contains a large flatscreen TV for presentations with HDMI hook up and mac adaptor. Our Tom Thomson Dining Room is also available to book out for private functions and features a brand new 16:9 100" HD Projector screen with full AV capabilities for special meetings or events. Room seats a max of 80 people. Please contact the restaurant for more details!

Featured in

100 Toronto / Ontario Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Borealis Grille & Bar - Guelph

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Toronto / Ontario Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Wednesday Date Night

New Year's Eve Celebration Dinner

Chicken Supreme

Steak Frites

Cheddar Burger

Share + Taste

Daily Market SoupCA$8.95

Spinach Ricotta DipCA$17.95

Bacon FlatbreadCA$17.95

Pesto Bruschetta FlatbreadCA$17.95

Wild Boar PoutineCA$19.95

Corn + Black Bean AntojitosCA$16.95

Barrie's Farm NachosCA$19.95

Ontario Chicken WingsCA$17.95

Parmesan FriesCA$9.95

Handhelds

Turkey BurgerCA$19.95

Cheddar BurgerCA$20.95

Bacon Blue Cheese BurgerCA$23.95

Crispy Chickpea BurgerCA$19.95

Borealis Chicken ClubCA$20.95

Fried Chicken SandwichCA$20.95

Steak SandwichCA$26.95

Lunchables

Soup + SaladCA$14.95

Half Flatbread + SaladCA$17.95

Double Taco + SaladCA$19.95

Salad Bowls

Kale Caesar SaladCA$14.95

Leafy Greens SaladCA$13.95

VG Farms Steak SaladCA$27.95

Blackened Chicken Taco SaladCA$20.95

Local Heroes

Three Sisters BowlCA$22.95

1 Piece Buttermilk Fried Ontario ChickenCA$20.95

2 Pieces Buttermilk Fried Ontario ChickenCA$28.95

Great Lakes Fish + ChipsCA$22.95

Crispy Skin Manitoulin TroutCA$27.95

Mushroom RigatoniCA$20.95

Wild Boar RaguCA$24.95

Steak FritesCA$34.95

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