Restaurant Review
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LizzDrew Take On The ‘Loo Edition 18: Passing The Torch At Ethel’s
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A classic was on the docket for your favourite food reviewers this month: Ethel’s Lounge. A joint that requires no introduction, and probably no address given the iconic sign – although we will give it to you: 114 King Street North – Ethels’ reputation proceeds with it. A warm, inviting, retro spot with great decorations, great drinks and tons of great…
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LizzDrew Take On The ‘Loo Edition 17: We Should Just Totally Stab Caesar!!?
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Look out, Laurier! Although everyone’s favourite karaoke bar has moved down the road, a new hot spot has arrived in its place. Perfect for friends, families, and those alike, 1858 Caesar Bar has opened in Waterloo at 90 King St North. Surprisingly, this restaurant does not serve caesar salads, but instead makes up in another, much more interestingly refreshing way. This restaurant has an extensive menu to satisfy any person’s Mott’s Clamato needs, whether alcoholic…
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Turns out beer is his middle name, who knew?
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After the culinary world tour that your dear reviewers have been on in recent months, we decided to bring things back to North America with the classic brewpub Abe Erb. Right in the heart of uptown, this swanky industrial bar provides great eats and beer made in-house — a plus for all local beer fans. …
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Run, don’t walk, to Waterloo’s BBQ Village
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Laurier students, University of Waterloo students, families, friends and anyone who cares to listen — run, do not walk to this month’s reviewed restaurant, BBQ Village located just down the street from the Frank Peters Building at 140 University Ave. W. We kid you not, this restaurant has it all, except for a live band. …
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Kentucky: Better as a restaurant than a club
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For this month’s edition of your favourite food review series, we decided to take on a place we’re sure a lot of our readers have been to, but very few have eaten at: Kentucky Bourbon and Barbecue. Located in Uptown Waterloo at 103 King St. N., Kentucky offers a very enjoyable patio (in the summer…
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The other pub on King – Morty’s
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Blast from the past — this month’s review from your favourite foodie duo is about a Waterloo staple since the early 1980s: Morty’s Pub – located on 272 King St. N. Strikingly deceiving when looking at its outer shell, Lizzie and Andrew were amazed at the structure and layout of this 43-year-old pub. Sporting vintage…
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All (barley) work and no play
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For this very special summer edition of LizzDrew Take On The ‘Loo, your favorite food reviewing duo took a trip to the classic Barley Works. Located in the historic Huether Hotel at 59 King St. N., it stands as a convenient place to get a bite, play some billiards or have a quick stop at…
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