Waterloo, Good food and great fun.

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Waterloo, Good food and great fun.

Food scene

Take it from a Chinese dude, this is the best Chinese restaurant in town. If you want the most authentic Chinese food, northern style, and if you can take some heat(spicy), this is your joint. Great portion size, more than fair prices.
The China Bowl
258 King St N
Take it from a Chinese dude, this is the best Chinese restaurant in town. If you want the most authentic Chinese food, northern style, and if you can take some heat(spicy), this is your joint. Great portion size, more than fair prices.
German restaurant in an old German town. - Craft beer - Smoked pork hock - Best Wings in town (Wing special on Thursdays) - Friendly staff - Great prices Need I say more?
The Olde Heidelberg Restaurant Tavern & Motel
3006 Lobsinger Line
German restaurant in an old German town. - Craft beer - Smoked pork hock - Best Wings in town (Wing special on Thursdays) - Friendly staff - Great prices Need I say more?
I've lived in Waterloo for 13 years and I've visited this sushi joint 100+ times. Not the fanciest AYCE sushi joint in town but definitely tastes the best. Be sure to try their lamb kebabs. Yes, Lamb kebabs in a sushi restaurant.
Sushi Stars
450 King St E
I've lived in Waterloo for 13 years and I've visited this sushi joint 100+ times. Not the fanciest AYCE sushi joint in town but definitely tastes the best. Be sure to try their lamb kebabs. Yes, Lamb kebabs in a sushi restaurant.
Best Sushi Buffet in town, great atmosphere and huge selections including Chinese & Korean dishes as well.
27 yerel halk öneriyor
Kinkaku Izakaya
217 King St W
27 yerel halk öneriyor
Best Sushi Buffet in town, great atmosphere and huge selections including Chinese & Korean dishes as well.
Best Halal Chinese Beef noodles, absolutely authentic, the chefs hand-pull the noodles on the spot and you can watch thru the glass! Warning: portions are massive!
Gol's Lanzhou Noodle Waterloo
Best Halal Chinese Beef noodles, absolutely authentic, the chefs hand-pull the noodles on the spot and you can watch thru the glass! Warning: portions are massive!
An absolute local hidden gem. Fundamentally, it's an European market, but it's also got a great deli and bakery. Definitely worth a visit.
51 yerel halk öneriyor
Vincenzo's
150 Caroline St S
51 yerel halk öneriyor
An absolute local hidden gem. Fundamentally, it's an European market, but it's also got a great deli and bakery. Definitely worth a visit.
Hands-down, best Cantonese style Dim Sum place in town.
Golden Dynasty Restaurant
175 West Ave
Hands-down, best Cantonese style Dim Sum place in town.

Neighbourhoods

My house locates in the Lakeshore Village, in north Waterloo. It's a quiet, family friendly neighbourhood. You will run into local residents walking their dogs along the sidewalk and numerous parks in the area. Be sure the smile when you see someone on the road as they will for sure nod and smile back!
Lakeshore Village
My house locates in the Lakeshore Village, in north Waterloo. It's a quiet, family friendly neighbourhood. You will run into local residents walking their dogs along the sidewalk and numerous parks in the area. Be sure the smile when you see someone on the road as they will for sure nod and smile back!

Fun activities

One of the first VR arcades in Canada. Great place for a couple of hours of fun.
Ctrl V
170 Columbia St W
One of the first VR arcades in Canada. Great place for a couple of hours of fun.
One of the most famous farmer's markets in Ontario. You can find fresh produce, delicious food, handmade crafts, fun knick-knacks, and more here.
168 yerel halk öneriyor
St. Jacobs Çiftçi Pazarı ve Bit Pazarı
878 Weber St N
168 yerel halk öneriyor
One of the most famous farmer's markets in Ontario. You can find fresh produce, delicious food, handmade crafts, fun knick-knacks, and more here.
Kiwanis Park (10 minutes drive) offers a picturesque escape with walking trails, fishing ponds, playgrounds, and community events. Whether you're seeking a serene nature walk or a fun-filled day with family, this park has it all. Explore the trails, cast a line in the ponds, let the kids play, and immerse yourself in the vibrant community atmosphere.
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Kiwanis Parkı
1000 Kiwanis Park Dr
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Kiwanis Park (10 minutes drive) offers a picturesque escape with walking trails, fishing ponds, playgrounds, and community events. Whether you're seeking a serene nature walk or a fun-filled day with family, this park has it all. Explore the trails, cast a line in the ponds, let the kids play, and immerse yourself in the vibrant community atmosphere.

Sightseeing

They call Elora the most beautiful small town in Canada for a reason. Only a 30-minute short drive away, and you will be greeted with a beautiful little walk-able town that's right by the water, and the Elora Gorge is a must-see if you are into hiking. It's breath-taking and a great and simple choice to get your feet wet.
27 yerel halk öneriyor
Elora Gorge
27 yerel halk öneriyor
They call Elora the most beautiful small town in Canada for a reason. Only a 30-minute short drive away, and you will be greeted with a beautiful little walk-able town that's right by the water, and the Elora Gorge is a must-see if you are into hiking. It's breath-taking and a great and simple choice to get your feet wet.
Laurel Creek Conservation Area is a serene natural retreat. It offers scenic trails, canoeing, fishing, picnicking, and wildlife sightings. Only 5 minutes drive from my house, it's a perfect blend of nature and urban amenities.
29 yerel halk öneriyor
Laurel Creek Koruma Alanı
625 Westmount Rd N
29 yerel halk öneriyor
Laurel Creek Conservation Area is a serene natural retreat. It offers scenic trails, canoeing, fishing, picnicking, and wildlife sightings. Only 5 minutes drive from my house, it's a perfect blend of nature and urban amenities.

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Take the L.R.T.

Buses are easily accessible in my area, however, if you want the fastest local transit, take a 10 min walk to the nearest LRT station and it will zoom you right to any major spots in town.
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St Jacobs Farmers Market Thurs/Saturdays

Located 5 minutes drive from my place, is the famous St.Jacobs Farmers Market. You'd be surprised to find a lot more than your usual farmers market stuff. Food trucks/clothing shops/pet shops/live music/pig tails etc. etc. And a small outlet mall is conveniently located across the street for your shopping needs as well.
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Bobbas, so many bobba shops

If you've got a sweet tooth and are inclined for some bubble tea, Waterloo has dozens of bobba shops to offer. Do a quick google search and you shall find them at every street corner near U of Waterloo. My favs are Chattime and OneZo.