Yusker

Best Restaurants in Waterloo

42 spots, ranked by real community signals — photos, ratings and honest verdicts. We never sell placement.

  1. Pür & Simple#1

    Pür & Simple

    $$

    4.8(6,108 reviews)

    Eggs Benedict done right in a bright, family-friendly breakfast spot

  2. Jack's Family Restaurant#2

    Jack's Family Restaurant

    $$

    4.5(4,635 reviews)

    Spacious spot serving homestyle classics locals come back to again and again

  3. Wildcraft Grill + Long Bar#3

    Wildcraft Grill + Long Bar

    $$$

    4.6(3,595 reviews)

    Upbeat Canadian grill drawing crowds for creative martinis and a sprawling patio

  4. Korner Kitchen Breakfast and Lunch Eatery#4

    Korner Kitchen Breakfast and Lunch Eatery

    $$

    4.7(2,949 reviews)

    Homestyle breakfast plates and smoked meat sandwiches that keep locals coming back

  5. Browns Socialhouse Waterloo#5

    Browns Socialhouse Waterloo

    $$

    4.7(2,596 reviews)

    Neighbourhood tavern charm with elevated comfort food and a welcoming vibe

  6. The Bauer Kitchen#6

    The Bauer Kitchen

    $$$

    4.5(3,291 reviews)

    Creative comfort food and standout Old Fashioneds in a refined but relaxed setting

  7. 🍽️
    #7

    Beertown - Waterloo

    $$

    4.4(3,944 reviews)

    Comfort plates and craft taps that keep Waterloo coming back for more

  8. 🍽️
    #8

    Montana’s BBQ & Bar

    $$

    4.5(3,094 reviews)

    Slow-smoked ribs that fall off the bone, perfect for groups and game nights

  9. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Waterloo#9

    The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Waterloo

    $$$

    4.5(2,982 reviews)

    Classic steaks and seafood in a stylish spot with a great patio

  10. KEN Sushi House Phillip Square#10

    KEN Sushi House Phillip Square

    $$

    4.5(2,677 reviews)

    Cool spot for fresh oysters, sashimi and specialty rolls that locals rely on

  11. 🍽️
    #11

    AGHA Restaurant Waterloo

    4.5(2,031 reviews)

    Authentic Persian flavours draw crowds for juicy kebabs and aromatic stews

  12. Gol's Lanzhou Noodle#12

    Gol's Lanzhou Noodle

    4.6(1,688 reviews)

    Hand-pulled Lanzhou noodles in rich beef broth that keep the crowds coming back

  13. Ethel's Lounge#13

    Ethel's Lounge

    $

    4.4(2,261 reviews)

    Long-running tavern serving burgers and Tex-Mex with a retro vibe and serious beer list

  14. Solé Uptown#14

    Solé Uptown

    $$$

    4.5(1,659 reviews)

    Mediterranean comfort in a country-chic setting, beloved for pizza and cocktails

  15. 🍽️
    #15

    SymposiumCafeRestaurant Waterloo

    $$

    4.3(2,298 reviews)

    Breakfast classics and gourmet comfort food in a Renaissance-themed space

  16. 🍽️
    #16

    Kelseys Original Roadhouse

    $$

    4.3(2,125 reviews)

    Heaping plates of Canadian comfort food in a lively, booth-lined roadhouse

  17. ABE ERB - Uptown Waterloo#17

    ABE ERB - Uptown Waterloo

    $$

    4.3(2,067 reviews)

    Modern brewery serving global comfort eats with weekly live music and late-night bites

  18. 🍽️
    #18

    Swiss Chalet

    $$

    4.2(2,109 reviews)

    Rotisserie chicken with that signature chalet sauce locals come back for

  19. The Grand Malabar Indian Cuisine#19

    The Grand Malabar Indian Cuisine

    $$

    4.5(1,200 reviews)

    Generous Kerala curries and dosas drawing steady crowds in Waterloo

  20. 🍽️
    #20

    Gyubee Japanese Grill (Waterloo)

    4.6(1,011 reviews)

    All-you-can-eat Japanese BBQ where you grill premium cuts at your table

  21. Proof Kitchen + Lounge#21

    Proof Kitchen + Lounge

    $$

    4.2(1,885 reviews)

    Upscale-casual steaks and eclectic comfort fare, plus weekend brunch at the bar

  22. ALMADINA Woodstone Oven & Grill#22

    ALMADINA Woodstone Oven & Grill

    $$

    4.3(1,496 reviews)

    Halal Lebanese and Mediterranean grills in a friendly Waterloo spot

  23. 🍽️
    #23

    Watami Sushi

    $$

    4.5(1,061 reviews)

    Japanese eatery with sushi, sashimi and small plates, plus plenty of sake

  24. Farm Boy#24

    Farm Boy

    4.5(879 reviews)

    Casual comfort food that keeps the Waterloo crowd coming back for more

Rankings on Yusker come from real-world signals and community sentiment — venues can never pay for position. Want these answers with your location, cravings and friends’ takes built in? Get the Yusker app.