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The Parlour Inn

4.3 (1397)
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Canadian
101 Wellington Street, Stratford, ON N5A2L4

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The Parlour Inn

4.3
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Canadian
Stratford

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2 people
19:00

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Our availability on OpenTable may be limited, please call the restaurant directly at 519 - 271- 2772 to make a reservation should the time and date you would like not be available here.

The Parlour Inn has been welcoming guests to the heart of Stratford Ontario's downtown core for over 150yrs! It is a local favorite and a popular destination for theatre goers. Full of charm, and character, with modern day luxuries and amenities The Parlour Inn offers an inviting atmosphere, superior service and an innovative menu that puts a twists on classic fare. Locally sourced product ensures that quality and freshness is infused in every recipe. Local draughts and vintages are selected to compliment the menu and bring out the flavor of each course. Enjoy the causal yet elegant atmosphere of the main dining room, and lounge or relax on the patio. The Parlour Inns historic hospitality will enhance your dining experience!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Creative Western, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 08:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 08:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (519) 271-4662
  • Website
    http://www.theparlour.ca/dining.htm
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Hallman
  • Catering
    240 seat, historic restaurant in downtown Stratford, 1 block from the Avon. Easily accessible free parking. Dining room consists of beautiful woodwork and stained glass, reminiscent of the 1800's when the building was originally built in 1871. Selection of 3 Private dining rooms available for groups of 20 to 100 people. *** PATIO OPEN, JOIN US TODAY !!!
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining rooms available for groups of 2 to 100 people (minimum spent, rental charges may apply) High Tech Executive Boardroom 65" Touch Screen TV, 14 Executive Leather Chairs, Set Up - Boardroom, "U" Shape, Classroom, Video Conference, Telephone Conference,

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Reviews

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4.3

4.3
(1397)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Toronto / Ontario

    Contemporary Canadian

  • Southern Ontario

    Best Service

  • Southern Ontario

    Good for business meals

  • Southern Ontario

    Good for special occasions

  • Southern Ontario

    Contemporary Canadian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Parlour Inn offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food" and "very good" service. The menu features standout dishes like the Pavlova and prime rib, with subtle flavor enhancements that "exceed expectations." Guests appreciate the historic decor, attentive staff, and convenient on-site parking, making it a "must try."
1,397 Reviews

  1. judy

    Puerto Vallarta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was great and the wait staff very attentive. Our meal was served in plenty of time to still get dessert and go to the theater in plenty of time.

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  2. Mary

    Montreal / Quebec2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four friends had dinner at the Parlour Inn. The server was friendly and accommodating, the service was quick, the food was delicious. We enjoyed the ambience with several smaller dining areas surrounded by dark wood and stained glass. This was our second visit there. We would go back.
    The Parlour InnResponded on 18 July 2026
    Thank you Mary for taking time to share your experience. So are pleased that you had a great time with us and thank you for the 5 star review. See you again in the future.

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  3. Marion

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sirloin steak was very good...highly recommend...almost like filet.
    The Parlour InnResponded on 18 July 2026
    Thank you Marion for the 5 star review. We can't wait to welcome you back.

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  4. Cameron

    Unspecified13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My go to dining establishment after seeing a Stratford Festival production. I f I lived closer, I would dine there more often.
    The Parlour InnResponded on 18 July 2026
    Thank you Cameron for choosing us as your go to spot. 5 Stars! wow thank you. We can't wait to see you again.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chicken avocado spring rolls and butter chicken were delicious!! Ashley our service was awesome!!! First experience and we will definitely be back! De

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  6. David

    Anchorage / Alaska1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 18 June 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu is available on line. Dishes we had as described in menu but had subtle flavourings that moved dishes into exceeded expectations category. Portion sizes are hearty for the most part. Historic decor and well dressed and appropriately attentive wait staff provided nice atmosphere. On site free parking great plus.

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  7. Kevin

    Toronto / Ontario4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were back this weekend at the Parlour Inn for dinner. Once again an excellent meal was had by the both of us. The chicken tagliatelle & the steak and shrimp we had were but fantastic. The service was VERY good. One thing to note was one of our favorite drinks was no longer on the menu. A drink so good we got the recipe to make at home. Raspberry Truffle Martini. Fortunately the waitress was able to make it for us!! Any restaurant that can consistently deliver great service and great for is a must try in our books.

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  8. Leslie

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 11 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely quiet place with well spaced tables allowing for conversation!

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  9. Susan

    Toronto / Ontario4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have always had an excellent meal and great service when eating at The Parlour. Last week my friend had a little non food item in her turkey burger and the manager was very gracious. She gave my friend her meal free and a gift card for her next visit. As we were both celebrating our birthdays, we were each given a piece of their delicious Pavlova, excellent!!! We left on a high note and will definitely be back in the future.

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  10. Wayne

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Parlour Inn touched all the bases : excellent food, good service, conversation friendly surroundings, reasonable pricing, easy access, and on-site dedicated parking. We’ll be back.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian, Creative Western, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 08:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 08:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (519) 271-4662
  • Website
    http://www.theparlour.ca/dining.htm
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Hallman
  • Catering
    240 seat, historic restaurant in downtown Stratford, 1 block from the Avon. Easily accessible free parking. Dining room consists of beautiful woodwork and stained glass, reminiscent of the 1800's when the building was originally built in 1871. Selection of 3 Private dining rooms available for groups of 20 to 100 people. *** PATIO OPEN, JOIN US TODAY !!!
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining rooms available for groups of 2 to 100 people (minimum spent, rental charges may apply) High Tech Executive Boardroom 65" Touch Screen TV, 14 Executive Leather Chairs, Set Up - Boardroom, "U" Shape, Classroom, Video Conference, Telephone Conference,

FAQs

Smart casual, aim for polished but relaxed attire; many guests choose The Parlour Inn for anniversaries and other special occasions.

Sunday lunch is a favourite, guests call the Sunday lunch superb and a perfect before‑theatre choice.

Private dining isn't part of the Parlour Inn's offering, the focus is on the main dining room, lounge and patio for guests to enjoy.

Yes, The Parlour Inn's elegant, historic dining room and repeat anniversary visits make it a popular choice for special evenings.

The Parlour Inn feels old‑world and inviting, stained glass, dark wood and leather create a charming, conversation-friendly dining room with a casual-yet-elegant vibe and a patio option.

The Parlour Inn tends to be quieter if you time it after a matinee, guests recommend dining around 6:30 after a 2 pm Stratford Festival show; lunchtime also pockets a pleasantly empty feel, while evenings often get busy after 5 pm.

Breakfast and brunch portions are plentiful, guests report leaving comfortably full after morning meals and holiday brunches.

The Parlour Inn welcomes you to its casual yet elegant main dining room, with a lounge and an outdoor patio for relaxing, and the Churchill conference/dining room has been used for private events.

Yes, The Parlour Inn has a patio you can relax on, and guests have enjoyed dining there.

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  2. Canada
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The Parlour Inn

4.3
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Canadian
Stratford

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
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