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The Doctor's House
Located in picturesque Kleinburg, The Doctor's House Restaurant is nestled in the north end of town surrounded by manicured gardens and ravine leading to the Humber River. The spacious dining room also allows for intimate gathering with cozy elegant candle lit alcoves. The various textures surrounding the dining room is just a taste of the use of texture and flavors in our cuisine. Modern European pallet awaits you. The hallmark of The Doctor's House is attentive service, elegant surroundings and superb cuisine. The Doctor’s House invites you to dine where the past is remembered, the present is celebrated and the future is as close as your next visit.
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50 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 50 reviews
5 stars
(14)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(32)
- romantic(22)
- great for brunch(16)
- neighborhood gem(16)
- good for groups(14)
- fit for foodies(13)
The Doctor's House Reviews List
Review 1 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Hostess was very friendly and helpful. The food was good. The services was lacking, it was really slow. Water was not refilled. tea was spilled. Not enough hot water."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mothers Day 2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The buffet was one of the best I have ever experienced albeit a bit pricey. The seafood included lobster which was delicious and giant prawns. Lots of salads and antipasto to choose from. Unfortunately I am gluten and dairy free so was not able to indulge in the desserts but my companions raved about them. The restaurant was very busy and we were seated next to a large noisy crowd but since we were late for our reservation were lucky to get a table. Overall a good experience especially for groups. Not a venue for an intimate dinner"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great lunch...great service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a very tasty sirloin sandwich and the strawberry spinach salad was delicious.
The service was great. Our server was not only very personable, but he was efficient and had a sense of humour. The person who delivered the dishes to the table was also very nice.
Our table was in the windowed porch area...very bright.
Overall excellent experience."
The service was great. Our server was not only very personable, but he was efficient and had a sense of humour. The person who delivered the dishes to the table was also very nice.
Our table was in the windowed porch area...very bright.
Overall excellent experience."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I would not recommend this restaurant. While the food was good - it was not priced accordingly. The menu is pricey but the whole experience did not add up to the quality and service received. We had a voucher, which seemed that most diners did - they added the grautity automatically - and for what we received I would not have rewarded our waiter with the 20% gratuity which was added on. Diners beware!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 5 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Doctor's House is a culinary landmark just north of Toronto, in the quaint town of Kleinburg. While we had heard of it and its reputation, we had not previously eaten there. We chose it for a special birthday celebration, and were not disappointed. The room, while large, has lovely period accents, and the noise level was low enough that there was no need to strain the vocal chords to converse. It felt quite private.
The meal itself was truly memorable, beautifully cooked by their Italian chef. Service was friendly and competent, the only quibble being that our water glasses were not kept filled. Excellent wine list, including some really pricey vintages, but with an excellent, reasonable cost house wine. All in all a great experience."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
lunch review
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My companion's plates (rib eye sandwich and pasta al mare) were lovely and generous (a bit overcooked) and probably it should have been asked how one liked one's steak (and seafood for that matter) cooked. My frittata was small, skimpy on the vegetables, and quite overcooked. A vegetable omelette would have turned out better. Hence food here can be spotty. Ambiance and attentiveness of the service were good. Chardonnay was described as "sweet" when really it was fruity and dry and not as acidic as many, but they are open about tasting so one can make up one's own mind. An okay restaurant. A bit on the pricey side in regard to what the food is. The restaurant was quiet this lunch; I would bet not so when a wedding is going on there."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Doctor's House- GREAT FIND
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I had dinner at The Doctor's House on Saturday May 4th. Throughout the evening and the course of our dinner our server was attentive while not being over bearing- neither did he leave us wondering if we'd ever see him again - there is a fine line, and he was impeccable in his delivery, attitude and conversation. The dinner itself was delicious. From the appetizer to the dessert and even the choice of wine. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and would suggest a visit there to whoever is looking for a lovely atmosphere and a very lovely dinner. It was a bit more then what we usually pay ($200.00) but it was a special occasion for us and when the evening was complete- we felt that it was well worth the price."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I'm recommending it for special occasions only, because that's what it seems to cater to. There was a large confirmation party & graduation party the night we were there (Sat. night). Fortunately, there were no weddings scheduled. We had gone to celebrate a special birthday and it was too noisy to really enjoy ourselves. The wait & kitchen staff were not ready to deal with big crowds. The wait staff seemed to be running around like chickens with their heads cut off and the kitchen took forever to prepare our meals. We finally got our appetizer about an hour after we sat down. Our medium-rare beef tenderloin and rack of lamb both arrived medium to well done. The saving grace was dessert, tiramisu & creme brulee. Both were excellent."
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 9 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Don't go
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Don't go there. Bad food. Bad service. Several menu and bar items were out of stock. Weird."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2012
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Review 10 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Potatoes were not very warm
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Potatoes were not very warm - my lamb was cooked perfectly but I didn't really like the flavor of the "crust" There may have been parm. cheese in there and it made the lamb taste strange.
The staff were very friendly and attentive.
The braised rib special my sweetie had was wonderful - tender and flavourful.
Cheesecake was one of the best I have ever tasted."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 11 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
attended the sunday brunch,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"attended the sunday brunch, when I called for reservations I was told the only table for 4 available was at 1:30. I was concerned that this may have been too late since the brunch only went to 3:30 and was assured that the brunch was totally replenished for the duration of the brunch. However this was not the case, practically all of the hot dishes...pasta, meat and fish were not replenished after 2:00, as a result the only items left were picked over or completely finished. This was also the case for the antipasto and dessert. Overall good food but would suggest not to go anytime after 12:00 unless you are a really fast eater!"
Dined on 14/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome Place for Sunday Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I would recommend the Doctor's House for Sunday Brunch. While the cost initially seems pricey $45/adult - higher for special occasions i.e. Mother's Day, the quality and variety of food is excellent. This is not a buffet filled with the "same old, same old". Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I am already making plans to go back for brunch again.
There were four people in my party and every single person raved about the buffet."
Dined on 07/04/2013
2006
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 13 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. Restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good. Restaurant did not have enough wait staff but i had a coupon so didn't mind lack of service as much since I wasn't pay full price. Hostess was very pleasant and the attention given by her somewhat made up for the lack of servers."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2006
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Review 14 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I went as a post-birthday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went as a post-birthday dinner with my husband. I didn't expect much as we were using a coupon. The food was exceptional in all 3 courses, we enjoyed the antipasto very much. It's worthwhile even if it's for the full price. Service was good, although sometimes it's hard to get the attention of the wait staff. Compare to a lot of downtown venues, the restaurant is so spacey and comfortable, with very nice ambiance. I would definitely go again!"
Dined on 30/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The restaurant was very quiet
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant was very quiet which impacted the overall ambiance and experience."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The calamari appetizer was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The calamari appetizer was delicious and the Tuna special was great. Wine recommendation went very well with dinner and service was wonderful - friendly, prompt and attentive without being intrusive. Excellent dinner experience."
Dined on 15/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
cooked to perfection
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've ordered beef tenderloin and tuna steak, both medium, both were cooked to perfection, with pink inside, no running blood, just as we like it and were delicious!"
Dined on 16/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 18 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantasic place. Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fantasic place. Restaurant manager made us feel very special. Went out of her way to make us feel special on our special night."
Dined on 16/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 19 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went to the Doctor's House
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went to the Doctor's House for a Sunday brunch. Selection of food was good but it would be better if they had roast beef in lieu of the veal shank."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2006
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Review 20 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was perfect. Especially
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything was perfect. Especially our waiter, Alex, who was attentive and knowledgeable."
Dined on 07/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service from the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service from the time you walk in until you leave.
Food ranged from good to excellent. Appetizers were well thought out and executed, Entrees suffered slightly due to poor quality control of ingredients but not enough to ruin the evening. Desserts are simple, but done with care.
Overall a great experience, perhaps it was just a bad night for veal."
Food ranged from good to excellent. Appetizers were well thought out and executed, Entrees suffered slightly due to poor quality control of ingredients but not enough to ruin the evening. Desserts are simple, but done with care.
Overall a great experience, perhaps it was just a bad night for veal."
Dined on 23/02/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 22 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The evening at the doctor's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The evening at the doctor's house was superb. The dining room manager made our evening most enjoyable.
The food was prepared as ordered.
We will definitely return to the Doctor's House."
The food was prepared as ordered.
We will definitely return to the Doctor's House."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mid week - shared the large
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mid week - shared the large dining space with 1 other couple (in a seperate section)- fireplace was the only source of ambiance - waiter was very attentive and helpful the experience was below average for this price range - not again soon."
Dined on 06/02/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 24 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Although restaruarnt seemed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although restaruarnt seemed busy, not sufficient wait staff. Service was mediocre at best. Waited at least 10 minutes for a glass of water at the beginning of the experience. Server placed blame on assistant for messing up a few items such as wrong coffee order, no utensils on the table when dessert was served."
Dined on 09/02/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 25 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Been here a few times before,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Been here a few times before, and I just love this restaurant!
The food is delicious. The service is excellent. There's not many
customers there at once, so it feels very intimate. I would definitely go back again."
The food is delicious. The service is excellent. There's not many
customers there at once, so it feels very intimate. I would definitely go back again."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 26 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We were looking forward to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were looking forward to spending a wonderful evening celebrating our anniversary. We had requested a table close to the window or fireplace. Our request was ignored. We were seated and after at least 10 minutes of waiting, we had to ask the busperson to locate our waiter. This continued for most of the evening. There was a mistake with my main course which had to be completely recooked so my husband and I ate our meals at separate times. There was no concession re the error. At one point I looked up to see all 3 waiters in a very heated discussion by the wine area. Over all, food was adequate, service awful and unprofessional."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
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Review 27 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A nice change of pace, going
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A nice change of pace, going to Kleinburg.The food was really good, service was ok, but every experience is different right.It's worth a visit."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 28 for The Doctor's House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our waiter was exceptional,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our waiter was exceptional, outgoing and made our brunch experience. Food was very good although some entries could have been a bit warmer. Plenty desert selections.
Would go back"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Doctor's House
Based on the average of (22) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate