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Woodlot

Woodlot Restaurant offers honest and simple handmade cuisine.
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208 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(208 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 208 reviews
5 stars
(87)
4 stars
(87)
3 stars
(24)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic
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  • fit for foodies(166)
  • neighborhood gem(122)
  • special occasion(94)
  • romantic(78)
  • notable wine list(60)
  • hot spot(55)
Woodlot Reviews List
Review 1 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome as usual

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Relaxed staff despite this being a busy place. Small menu complimented by a separate vegetarian menu. Great cocktails and home baked bread. Try the ling cod if you want something light or the flatiron steak if you want something substantial. Smoked chocolate cheesecake sounds strange but it is fantastic.
Great experience all in all"
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food Lovers

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The experience was great, and the food was better than i could have expected.
Everyone who worked there looked like they enjoyed their job, very welcoming environment.
It's the place to go!"
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food here is absolutely delicious and I love that they have a separate, creative vegetarian menu.
Our server was pleasant, helpful and efficient. We were a table of six and she split the bill for each of us including dividing our shared appetizers by six; we didn't even have to ask. Almost all of us were 30mins to 1 hr late b/c of traffic problems, but we were never pressured to order or rushed out. Gratuity was automatically added to our bill (18%). This is the only thing I wasn't particularly keen on as I'd rather decide how much tip to leave myself.
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Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

good spor

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good food and overall well worth it"
Dined on 6/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Original & Impressive

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is the third time I have been to this restaurant and am still very impressed with the creative mix of flavors. All four of us ordered different appetizers and main courses - all were good - would recommend the mushroom and asparagus appetizers and the steak and Lind Cod mains."
Dined on 6/12/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

So darn good

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Dined on 6/06/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I went to the Woodlot to celebrate our 4th wedding anniversary. We're both vegetarians and had heard that they had a veggie menu that rivalled their meat one. We were NOT disappointed. Every dish was a revelation, focused on letting the ingredients shine. We could not have had a better night, truly, absolutely loved it. We will definitely be going back, highly highly recommended."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

What happened the 2nd time?

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Dined on 6/07/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Was blown away in EVERY WAY my 1st visit in May. My most recent visit was different.
Food great, not impressed with service:
Sever not present at the table much; can hear the servers talk about issues, space isn't large and servers are exposed, should take more discretion; drinks took long time to come, and happened to be holding our drinks for almost 5 minutes talking about an issue before giving our drinks; service was friendly, but to be honest, being seasoned in this industry, I was let down with the quality of the service for the beautiful venue, amazing revues. I didn't see that the server cared about the food and I felt more like work than being a guest. Disappointed compared to my 1st visit which was a very different experience.
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Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

explosion on the tastebuds

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Dined on 6/07/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our food was just amazing and our server was very hospitable and knowledgeable about the wine list. She made great suggestion and was attentive. The chef is so talented at combining ingredients and flavours and the technique was perfect.
We honestly have nothing bad to say about the restaurant and would go back soon."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful!

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Dined on 6/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything about this restaurant was great, including food that I continue to dream about plus a very attentive and personable server."
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Delicious and friendly, but noisy

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Dined on 6/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our meal was absolutely delicious, the staff was friendly, relaxed and accommodating (thanks for putting a candle on my boyfriend's plate for his birthday!) however the noise was very distracting and made it difficult for us to hold a conversation. Good for a night out with friends if you're feeling energetic and don't mind a louder atmosphere."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 11 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was amazing

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Dined on 6/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great vegetarian menu - I actually liked the veg options better than the meat options."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Restaurant in T.O.

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Dined on 6/01/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"After coming here for 2 years, it's still my favourite restaurant in the city."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 13 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food, great service!

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Dined on 6/01/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This restaurant has an open concept kitchen and dining area, so noise and aromas fill the interior. The high top table for 8 in front of the kitchen on the ground floor seems ideal for a lively group that enjoys observing the kitchen."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious!

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Dined on 5/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was unbelievable, great service, awesome environment!"
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 15 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Can't wait to come back...

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Dined on 5/28/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was amazing! The service was great even though they were understaffed. I cant wait to come back to this place and try other dishes!"
Dined on 5/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lovely dining experience

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Dined on 5/26/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fantastic food (Seasonal & local focus), thoughtful & accommodating service (thumbs up for vegan adjustments to many items on the menu!) - and an overall fun dining experience. Good for date night - or double date night - the small, split-level dining room makes for a nice & intimate setting."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Comfort food with great flavors

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Dined on 5/25/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This place has tasty food. The gnocchi is very good along with the flat iron steak. Definitely an enjoyable meal."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect Dining Experience

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Dined on 5/23/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We went to Woodlot on the recommendation of a friend, and I am so happy to have had a romantic evening there. The rustic loft of the dining hall that overlooks the kitchen mixed with the smell of the wood burning oven made me feel like I was at a cottage getaway.
I had oysters, a squid ink pasta - which was my favorite dish of the evening - followed by a cod on barley. However it was the chocolate cheesecake with homemade marshmallow that I keep dreaming about."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good food, long wait

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Dined on 5/25/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was very good and the vegetarian options were good. I felt we waited longer than we should have to be served (our reservation was at 6:15, and at 6:45 we had yet to place a drink order). The restaurant was louder than I'd like. Very friendly staff, who appeared to be very well versed with the menu."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 20 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Bringing Class to College

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Dined on 5/24/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Not often you find such a fine restaurant as The Woodlot on College. Rather than offering the usual Italian fare The Woodlot's menu ranges from hearty, meat based dishes or their exclusive vegetarian menu that isn't just pasta for once. Flavor in every bite and fresh ingrediants to create one solid meal. Will hopefully bring more establishments of its kind to the neighborhood and the city."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Where Vegetarians Are Equal

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Dined on 5/23/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We enjoyed Woodlot. A second menu just for vegetarians? Incredible. We felt like 1st class citizens for a change. Everything we sampled was exceptional. The kitchen leans a little hard on the butter so not recommended for vegans but nothing was over-salted so hallelujah for that! Lovely service and no attitude about the fact that we're not drinkers. We left a very healthy tip to make up for it. My only quibble was that the music was TOO LOUD and unnecessarily so, there were only a few diners in the upstairs room and the music was really overpowering."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 22 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Long Weekend Experience

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Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Have been here a few times. The food was very good, but the service was lack luster at best. Ordered at about 8:50pm and got our food at 10:30pm. We're pretty patient people, but were very hungry! After the first 2 pieces of bread they gave us, we received nothing for the entire hour. The table next to us actually left before their mains were delivered as they couldn't wait any longer. I also asked one of the staff a question on the drink menu and didn't hear anything back. To be fair, I was told that the restaurant was short staffed that evening. That said, it's happened 2/3 times I've been there now....not sure I can be that unlucky twice. It's unfortunate that such great food and atmosphere be overshadowed by a poor service experience."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

amazing!

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Have the steak or the pork as your main. Oysters are a tasty starter."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 24 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good food but other factors lacking

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Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was my second time at Woodlot and unfortunately, was not as good as my earlier experience. The kitchen took a long time on my second visit (Sunday of a long weekend). We had to wait well over 40 minutes for our entrees after our appetizers. The waitress explained they were "slammed" -- soo busy. Well to me, that is not a valid excuse. We had reservations -- you know how many people to expect and how many you can accommodate. What is the issue? Took us over 2.5 hours to finish our dinner -- and we did not have dessert!
The food is good but this experience makes me hesitant to return for dinner. The upstairs dining area was completely full, hot (stuffy) very noisy -- i could hardly hear my dining companion across from me."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lovely....

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"...as always. And FAAABulous new menu! xooxox"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 26 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Pricey pasta

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Come on Woodlot, get a grip! Your squid ink pasta is nearly $30, it's simply ok and your servers don't even know what it is. The Ling Cod was a huge disappointment. The menu has become over priced and no longer resembles what made this restaurant great in the first place. Bring back hearty choices, local pickerel and lower your prices."
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 27 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service was a bit confused. Wrong dishes served to our table at one point. No big deal, merely an observation. We had to ask for our second round of beverages, several minutes after we had finished the first round. Service was friendly and informed, just a little lack luster. Could have been more attentive. The noise level in the room was a bit distracting. Despite these few minor flaws, the food was great and most of the party left satisfied."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 28 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic.

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Keeping it short and sweet, the wood lot is fantastic. My girlfriend and I went there for our anniversary and we both agreed it was the best restaurant either of us have ever been too. We will definitely return in the near future."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 29 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

server was great, but food so-so

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We made reservations at Woodlot for Sunday night at 8 pm. I was looking forward to visiting having read many good reviews, and also seeing that they had a separate vegetarian menu that seemed more creative than your standard pasta options. The service was very good, they were attentive and friendly . Food-wise: the bread was good, but warm bread would have been better. The fire roasted mushrooms with mache salad had great potential but lacked a flavor punch. The French onion soup was just ok; we've tasted better in another place. The gnocchi with sunchoke veloute, fontina and pistachios was richly textured but again lacking in flavor. Glad we just shared an appetizer portion of this dish as we didn't even finish it."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 30 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

It was good

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was great, service was on top of things, little bourgeois for my liking. The crowd was middle aged white people or yuppies with cash to spend, definitely not a fun vibe at all. Really stuffy."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 31 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had a lot of expectations going in because it has very good reviews but it was a bit disappointing. The food was okay but it wasn't stellar (actually some were too salty or a bit too much olive oil). Service was very slow - servers were chatting when we have asked for the bill more than 15 minutes."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 32 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great vegetarian options

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Loved that they had a separate menu for vegetarians. Amazing food. Good service. Would recommend for sure!"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing!

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"One of those meals you think about for days afterwards! Outstanding. Wonderful flavours, attention to details. You will not be disappointed!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 34 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

woodlot dinner

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"We had a wonderful time! Excellent food wine and service! Our tattoed hipster servers were fun, friendly and wonderful! We loved the georgian/russian wine! what a delight! and the servers described how it was uniqley made underground ina casket in the earth. Oysters to start were great! The steak was amazing! and pork chop a hard to find was wonderful! Loved the organic original wines, many not found in the lcbo. wonderful venue overall. Great food and atmosphere! Love this place! My fifth time there and im already looking forward to my next visit!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 35 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I recently invited six friends

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"I recently invited six friends to The Woodlot for a very special occasion. It was the first time anyone in the group had been at the restaurant and we were all very impressed. We greatly enjoyed a long dinner there.
The server was very accommodating, helpful, and knowledgeable. The rustic/modern setting was engaging. The food was top-notch and in reasonable portions -- prepared by a friendly cook who came out to meet us during the meal and to share recipes. Also, the prix fixe with side plates that kept on coming (including excellent vegetarian options!) was a very good choice for us.
I'd strongly recommend The Woodlot. It has an ideal combination of nuanced food and drink, down-to-earth people, and an intriguing setting."
Dined on 27/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent creative menu.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent creative menu. Friendly helpful service. Wonderful to find a separate vegetarian menu. I love to eat here because I always have things I would never make at home."
Dined on 26/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Homemade, stone oven bread

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Homemade, stone oven bread - delicious! As we left around closing time, we were offered a loaf to take home with us, on the house!"
Dined on 24/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, everything we

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Great food, everything we had was amazing: steak, brussel sprouts, gnocchi. Waiter forgot to put in order for 3 appetizers (or the orders got lost in the chaotic kitchen line up), so they were served much later than other appetizers. However - he comp'd the three dishes they screwed off, clearly indicating on the bill at the end of the night. Would go again soon!"
Dined on 26/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 39 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Probably the best meal I have

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Probably the best meal I have had in quite awhile!"
Dined on 25/04/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Woodlot is a gem! Amazing

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The Woodlot is a gem! Amazing food with no pretension, and a cozy atmosphere. Just loved it and I look forward to the next special occasion to return."
Dined on 24/04/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 41 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

FANTASTIC!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our second visit to Woodlot and it was even better than the first.
I had the ember roasted mushroom salad which has a variety of fresh flavours that just comes together beautifully. I wasn't sure anything could be as good as the mushroom salad, but I was wrong. I had the Celery Root and Lentil entree. Again this dish was bursting with a perfect combination of flavours.
The servers are very accommodating and know their food and products well. They even made us a vegan dessert that wasn't on the menu.
I will definitely be back soon.
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Dined on 20/04/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Appetizers were delicious

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
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"Appetizers were delicious - mains were not as great. A bit pricey for the quality. Bread is really one of the highlights..."
Dined on 21/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 43 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The food was above average

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was above average however it went down very quickly after that.
Incredibly noisy, one could not have a conversation with the person across from you. The seats were hard wooden chairs, very uncomfortable. The wine list is ridiculously expensive, won't be back. Too bad because food was good just too greedy
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Dined on 16/04/2013
 2008
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Review 44 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I love this place. The staff

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"I love this place. The staff is unassuming, friendly and extremely professional, and the food is excellent: thoughtfully designed and prepared, with inventive combinations that are earthy, tasty and very satisfying. The extent of Woodlot's commitment to vegetarian food (not a mere add-on to a regular menu....) makes it the ideal place to take a range of guests, in this case my sister and her 13 year old son, who are vegetarian. Our server was fantastic, and treated my nephew with ease and respect, as though he were an adult, but also with special asides that made it a memorable evening for him. The server took him aside to pick out a loaf of bread at the end of the night to take home, gratis. Thanks again!"
Dined on 14/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 45 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Woodlot

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"I came to Woodlot with 2 friends and everything including the food, service and atmosphere was fantastic. The owner of the restaurant was out serving guests as well, was super friendly, humble and and took a lot of pride in his work, explaining the preparations to us. The food was intricate and decadent without being pretentious. This will definitely be a restaurant we come back to!"
Dined on 12/04/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 46 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This restaurant is amazing!

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"This restaurant is amazing! The food was really incredible and they have a fantastic vegetarian selection."
Dined on 10/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great service able to accomodate

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"Great service able to accomodate requests. Knowledgeable servers$"
Dined on 07/04/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 48 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fantastic food but long wait for it

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I love Woodlot. The food is always delicious and I love that they offer a vegetarian menu. Our meal there last week was as yummy as expected. However, it took a long time for us to get our food. From start to finish it took almost 3 hours for 3 people. Luckily, we weren't in a rush and I guess they weren't either. I would still go back for sure but would make sure I didn't have anywhere to be after."
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 49 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

lovely food, gorgeous porkchop

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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(Very Good) 4 / 5
"lovely food, gorgeous porkchop and mushroom salad, and lovely service - and all around lovely time"
Dined on 29/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 50 for Woodlot
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Where have you been all my

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"Where have you been all my life? Food, wine, servers, ambiance - all excellent. We will be back very soon!"
Dined on 28/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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