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Keriwa Cafe
Welcome to Keriwa Cafe, Chef Aaron Joseph Bear Robe's highly anticipated new restaurant. Located in Parkdale, Keriwa Cafe supports local farms using sustainable, organic ingredients. The frequent menu changes reflect Keriwa Cafe's mandate to use only the finest seasonal ingredients while utilizing classical cooking techniques with Aboriginal influences. A casual dining atmosphere with high quality food and fine service define Keriwa Cafe. For more information please visit www.keriwacafe.ca
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112 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 112 reviews
5 stars
(36)
4 stars
(45)
3 stars
(21)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- fit for foodies(90)
- neighborhood gem(52)
- special occasion(42)
- hot spot(16)
- good for groups(12)
- romantic(12)
Keriwa Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food. Poor wine list.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Gotta work on that wine list. Critical!!!"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
All kinds of new flavours!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We've been meaning to go here since it opened and we finally had a chance to stop in. The oysters & lamb sausage that we started with were awesome! They have great beer and wine options too.
For the mains I must say although everything was good, there were almost too many flavors in each plate! The bison burger and the pork belly both fall under this category. A lot of flavors that I had never tried before (and I'm not a rookie foodie!)
The sides we ordered were an asparagus dish and a morel dish that were both super tasty.
For the mains I must say although everything was good, there were almost too many flavors in each plate! The bison burger and the pork belly both fall under this category. A lot of flavors that I had never tried before (and I'm not a rookie foodie!)
The sides we ordered were an asparagus dish and a morel dish that were both super tasty.
We had a really good, adventurous dinner but might not be back until we have guests in town that are looking to try something unique. Fair value paid for what we ate & drank."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing flavours
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"All menu items were a complex combination flavours - making each dish interesting and ultimately delicious. Amazing pairing of flavours."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Normally fantastic, this time we waited close to an hour for our appetizers (which may have been appropriate if they weren't simple, such as a cheese plate). We were told someone had quit that day and they were understaffed, which happens, but some warning in advance might have been nice. In the end they paid for our mains, which was appropriate compensation. The food was, as always, incredible, so likely just a glitch in the workings of a normally fantastic place to dine."
Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Really wonderful food with lovely flavour combinations that I've never tried before and would love to try again. The mussels with venison was a particular standout in a delicious overall meal. Highly recommended."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Creative food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I enjoyed the creativity and the honesty of the food at this restaurant. The chef is aware of details and is obviously a virtuoso of the kitchen. I wish him a long and successful career."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice ambiance - small portions
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was tasty, but the portions were ridiculously small. Inexpensive fiddle heads over charged for tiny portion and peanut serving the same. Sorry, but $200 for four persons was way too much for such small amount of food. Otherwise, it did taste good and the service was polite and attentive."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Canadian Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We visited Keriwa Cafe based on a recommendation for food that represented Canada. We ordered two apps (fresh oysters from NB, confit pork belly), one veg (fiddleheads), and two mains (smoked hen, bison shortrib). The food was excellent, fresh and expertly prepared. Chef Aaron Joseph Bear Robe's experience in balancing flavours shows. One blemish on the whole night was the service. Albeit with reservation and an empty restaurant at 6pm, we felt rushed through the meal. My partner's dishes were busted as soon as her fork returned to the plate, I had not finished mine. She told us about the dessert before I finished my main. And the bill showed up unprompted. When we left, there were empty tables and nobody waiting for our table."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food Artistry
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Master at balancing flavours & textures with an eye to presentation too. Never at the expense of taste...all is fabulous. We tried 11 dishes & each was a standout. Service was efficient, water jug maintained full without reminding, and prompt removal of empty dishes. A very successful evening!"
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Creative and bold
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Restaurants with a reputation for having an innovative menus and dining approaches can be self important and unapproachable for the diner that occasionally likes to step out of their comfort zone. This was not at all true of Keriwa. The service and attitude of everyone at this restaurant was terrific -- they were generous with information about the ingredients and preparation, and very attentive to our dining experience.
We had the pork belly and cheese appetizers, followed by the pork tagiatelle and braised short ribs. All of the plates were incredibly flavourful -- very rich in earthy aromas.
I'd definitely recommend this restaurant. The service was exceptional and everything we had was carefully prepared and thoroughly enjoyed."
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 11 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
AMAZING FOOD
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food ! A true gem ! Do not hesitate to go."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 12 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dining at Keriwa Cafe
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu is very different and the flavours of each dish are too. Very creative use of unusual ingredients. Especially loved the venison and pork belly "snacks" . Costs are on the high end but well worth it because of the food! The only exception is the cheese plate - 3 very small pieces of cheese for $30 is a bit too high!!! Service was very friendly, knowledgeable and good, ambience is quite pleasant - very comfortable seating. A lovely neighbourhood restaurant for a special night out."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Slow serice but worth the wait!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was very friendly and knowledgable but it look an excruciatingly long time for our food to arrive. But once it came we forgot about the wait and enjoyed some of the most innovative and beautiful food. Great use of locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. Stinging nettle soup and the whitefish were outstandting! Our waitress was very appologetic about the slow pace and offered us a complimentary glass of wine. Would detinitely go back!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 14 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Keriwa
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great vibe, service and, most importantly, food. One of the best spots in town in terms of the all-around experience. Go."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 15 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A year after the hype
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We visited this restaurant because of their 2012 rating. The food was good, interesting and enjoyable. The service however, was lacking and our server was quite distracted. We waited for water and cocktail refills several times. The vibe was fun and overall feel was upbeat. Not sure we'd go back but it was worth a taste."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 16 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"So many unique and delicious flavours and gorgeous presentation as well. A true delight and a wonderful experience overall!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Keriwa- Canadiana done right!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second visit to Keriwa, and the food doesn't disappoint. From the most to least adventurous in our group of five, each one was able to find something on the menu.
We ordered a round of starters - stewed peanuts, a cheese plate, pork belly, and oysters. Everything was lovely.
For our mains, we had the hen, bison shortribs, duck breast and duck tagliatelle. The sauces served with everything were absolutely flawless, and each meal was cooked perfectly. I would rate this restaurant as outstanding, with one exception - the service. Although our server was friendly, he was forgetful, (a beer took 20 minutes) and did not check up on us very often, resulting in the restaurant losing perhaps another round or two of drinks for our table."
We ordered a round of starters - stewed peanuts, a cheese plate, pork belly, and oysters. Everything was lovely.
For our mains, we had the hen, bison shortribs, duck breast and duck tagliatelle. The sauces served with everything were absolutely flawless, and each meal was cooked perfectly. I would rate this restaurant as outstanding, with one exception - the service. Although our server was friendly, he was forgetful, (a beer took 20 minutes) and did not check up on us very often, resulting in the restaurant losing perhaps another round or two of drinks for our table."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great parkdale addition. Food was spectacular and rich. Just don't come too hungry and check the menu because there several sides to share, but only four mains."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Keriwa cafe
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Such a shame that the exceptional food, excellent service, charming ambience are all ruined for us by the deafening noise level. An exhausting frustrating evening shouting at each other and still barely hearing -- over SUCH brilliant food
Hershel Russell"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the Best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"All of us at my table thought it was the best meal we've had in years!"
Dined on 27/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The restaurant has a warm
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant has a warm lively atmosphere, understated architectural -- teaks, warm wood, cozy lighting. Definite stop for foodies -- meals exquisitely prepared, lots of local sourcing, unusual and delightful combinations -- there were four of us, we all ordered something different and every dish was outstanding -- well worth the visit!"
Dined on 25/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 22 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was great; however the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great; however the service was very slow, it took 40 minutes to get our mains after finishing our apps over an hour from ordering. They also were very disorganized between the front of the house and the kitchen; we ordered one of the specials as our appetizer and then were told afterwards that it wasn't ready. The icing on the cake was when we tried to order dessert and were told that our table turned over in 15 minutes so would have to eat it at the bar even though it was the restaurant's fault for the slow service. It's truly disappointing that the service was so poor as the food was excellent and I would have happily returned for a second visit if the service had been even marginally better."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 23 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our first time.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time. The food was great.Even with small portions, we found it very satisfying and did not walk out stuffed.Great finding an organic-locally grown food."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food quantity : very small,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food quantity : very small, quality : so so, consider expensive and doesn't live up to expectation. Online menu outdated, especially related to the price."
Dined on 19/04/2013
2013
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Review 25 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our service experience was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our service experience was less than charming for some reason. I'm hoping it was just an off-night for them. BUT this was more than made up for by the food which was absolutely DIVINE! Everything we had from the parsnip soup to the sunchoke salad, bison, trout and duck parpadelle was outstanding. I had the apple crumble for dessert which somehow encompassed marshmallow which I would normally stay well away from, but I had this feeling the chef would make it delicious, and it was."
Dined on 12/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent quality and a true
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent quality and a true experience for foodie's. great menu for sharing, but a limited wine list. All in all, a must visit !"
Dined on 13/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 27 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, horrible service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, horrible service. We had to wait 25 mins for just our drinks to arrive."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 28 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
solid, not inspired or interesting
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food for us was very good, but not inspired. Everything was solid, but I found none of it very creative. I would have liked to have had something that stood out as new or interesting. Plus, the wine list (with the exception of a few Tawse non-by-the-glass options) was poor. We had two appetizers, one vegetable, two entrees and one dessert, so I feel like we tried enough to get the feel. We were really looking forward to the experience as we had brunch at Keriwa once and found it to be fantastic - great bold flavors along with interesting dishes we had not had before. Thus dinner was a let down even though nothing was bad or even sub par (except the peanut dish, which was on the edge of bad and confusing)."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2012
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Review 29 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Will return even though the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Will return even though the kitchen lost our second courses and had to wait over an hour. Food was amazing. will recommend to friends"
Dined on 05/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Definitely a foodie place,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Definitely a foodie place, designed around small plates to share in the tastings. Some of the notable items were
the peanuts with kale, the beets with ricotta, oysters with fresh horseradish, and the bison short ribs.
Wonderful room, although I was a bit disappointed that we did not get a table by the birch bark. An
exceptionally clean restaurant -- floors, tables, washrooms -- care in every aspect of the restaurant
operation. The wait staff are very competent and we chose the Cabernet Franc from Peninsula
Ridge, which was outstanding. A bit pricey with the markup, but outstanding.
A special occasion place, and a great place to take visitors especially Germans who would appreciate
the Canadiana aspect of the room and food"
the peanuts with kale, the beets with ricotta, oysters with fresh horseradish, and the bison short ribs.
Wonderful room, although I was a bit disappointed that we did not get a table by the birch bark. An
exceptionally clean restaurant -- floors, tables, washrooms -- care in every aspect of the restaurant
operation. The wait staff are very competent and we chose the Cabernet Franc from Peninsula
Ridge, which was outstanding. A bit pricey with the markup, but outstanding.
A special occasion place, and a great place to take visitors especially Germans who would appreciate
the Canadiana aspect of the room and food"
Dined on 06/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was absolutely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was absolutely fabulous. We tried the tasting menu and loved the food - extremely creative and tasty. Each course was better than the last."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 32 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was overpriced and meh
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was overpriced and meh at best. Our party of 4 ordered many dishes and though none were bad, none were great either. Portions for many dishes were absolutely minuscule...the cheese plate was especially ludicrous. Literally 3 teeny tiny nuggets of cheese for almost $20. Thought they made a mistake on the bill until we re-read the menu and saw that the charge is $10/oz. Our main server was incredibly aloof...clearly a person who disliked being there. That made 5 of us by the end of the night."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2008
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Review 33 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great aboriginal-fusion cooking
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Extremely tasty, albeit short menu. Everything on it is very well done. Flavourful; great for sharing. Go as a group of 4-6 to really enjoy all the menu's features. Not to be missed."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Creative and delicious cooking
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Creative and delicious cooking with a laid back atmosphere. I eat out a lot and so while I love food, it takes a lot for me to feel like I've eaten something exciting. One of the best food experiences I have had in a while in Toronto and well deserves to be on food accolade lists. Everything smoked was very well executed and a highlight was the smoked duck carpaccio and "bacon" on the pappardelle main dish (a fantastic dish). Venison sausage starter was also highlight of the 4 excellent starters we tried. Really talented chef and happy I tried this. I also like the casual vibe."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is to die for, and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is to die for, and the service is excellent. Will definitely return."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding with minor exceptions
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Keriwa was recommended to us by a friend. It's in a neighbourhood of Toronto that we usually don't frequent. The source of inspiration for the food intrigued us further. We got there late, the host didn't seem impressed and quickly "informed" us that we'd have to vacate the table in 1.5 hours. We dine until we're fine - so we elected to ask for the bar. The bartender was friendly. Had I been drinking that night I would have loved to taste the magical concoctions being made. The food was a little delayed, but outstanding except for one factor. We don't eat pork products and it wasn't mentioned on the menu. Nonetheless, the fusion of tastes found in the roasted beets, the bison burger and trout were gastronimique! Will recommend and return!"
Dined on 29/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 37 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderfu, exciting food that
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderfu, exciting food that both surprised and delighted us. Only drawback: the loud, loud music made conversation frustratingly impossible."
Dined on 29/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 38 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food and service. Everything was excellent and as described."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 39 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food exceeded my expectations,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food exceeded my expectations, well prepared, nice portions & excellent presentation. Thanks Chef for the amuse bouche...excellent! :-) It was worth the trip to Queen St W & Roncesvelles for the dinning experience. The only down turn,the background music, was load for such upscale food experience. My duck breast dinner perfectly prepared, love those Saskatoon berries!!!!!! A++"
Dined on 22/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 40 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lots of imaginative ideas
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lots of imaginative ideas within the menu, just not very exciting on the plate. We saved visiting for a special occasion and left with our anticipation unfulfilled, wishing it had been a better meal and more polished service, especially at these prices."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2012
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Review 41 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dishes were very tasty, but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dishes were very tasty, but portions quite were small as reviews had warned. Service was definitely subpar! There was only one waitress for the entire restaurant which seemed strange for a Thursday night and she was clearly overwhelmed. I'm going to give them the benefit of the doubt and assume that someone had not shown up for work leaving them short staffed."
Dined on 21/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my second visit so
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second visit so I knew the food would be delicious , well- presented and challenging to the palate. This time, for our table for four, we ordered a selection of snacks , ( Lake of Bays Beer great with all of them) entrees deserts and asked for extra plates and serving spoons for all so we could all taste everything. So a note of great appreciation to the wait staff who handled all that with ease , dexterity, attentiveness and good will.We loved the surprise accents of taste, texture, colour in all the dishes. I think my prize goes to the taking of ordinary food, hen? turnip? and having it taste superb. The duck pappardelle might get to be my favourite , with the contrasts of rich and bland, smooth and crunchy."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 43 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
heard great things, but was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"heard great things, but was very disappointed. average food, average service, subpar ambience, above average prices. dined in early march 2013 and place was freezing - mentioned it to the waitress, and she goes "oh if you want i could turn on the heat". ya think? would never go back."
Dined on 12/03/2013
2010
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Review 44 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is excellent, we
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is excellent, we enjoyed each and every dish. In fact we wanted to lick the plates...sooo tastey. Unique, cooked to perfection, nicely plated. Chef served the appetizer as it was a birthday occasion, very nice touch and we appreciated the detail. Service was good - waitress forgot a dish, not a big deal but her enthusiasm around the food did not match the quality of it ultimately...I think she could have done it more justice."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Portions way too small
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The place looks absolutely amazing as does the food - but I found the portions to be way out of wack with the pricing and couldnt help but laugh when my meal was delivered. It did taste fantastic though I just wanted more of that fantastic taste - If I had purchased a sampling plate it would have been perfect but for how much I was paying I didnt find the portions fair."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2013
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Review 46 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was absolutely delicious.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was absolutely delicious. I found the serving sizes for the appetizers. And vegetables. Way too small. The waitress was also pretty disengaged . Maybe having a bad night . But, as I said the food was amazing."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 47 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent meal! A little bit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Excellent meal! A little bit on the pricey side but worth a go for a special occasion."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great food. but sad you were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great food. but sad you were out of 2 of the 4 red wine options, and out of brandy too."
Dined on 05/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 49 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic food, but be warned
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic food, but be warned the portions are on the small size. Order a side and dessert if you have a big appetite. But go for the flavour."
Dined on 05/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for Keriwa Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really delicious food, everything
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really delicious food, everything on the menu looked interesting so it was hard to choose. Both the quality and preparation of the food was very good. My only complaint is that it is a bit too loud."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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