The Vista by Chef Denis — Restaurant in Caledon

I would describe the overall experience as meh. Definitely did not meet the expectations of a fine dining restaurants and was far overpriced relative to the value.

The restaurant sits on lovely grounds and is beautifully lit in the evening so the atmosphere is great. Unfortunately we found the food and service to be below expectations across the board.

On the service side, everything was incredibly slow. Our water was never refilled and our waitress was hardly ever around so impossible to flag down. She was a lovely and kind waitress but there was just no one monitoring to see if drinks were low and proactively bring water. It took 20 mins to get any water and it took 40 mins for them to bring us the bread we asked for the start. I have never waited so long for bread in my life.

On the food side everything was just bland and lacked a depth of flavor. The baked oysters were fairly good but the french onion soup, bread boule, chicken supreme and beef short ribs were all just meh. Mains were served with cold unseasoned vegetables and nearly every component lacked any seasoning or flavor complexity. I have notes on nearly every dish but it really just boils down to a lack of skill in the kitchen to deliver a flavorful meal.

We did enjoy the drinks, the Blood Orange mocktail was quite nice. Compliments to the bar.

I do want to note they did take one of the mains off our bill when we noted it was a bit lacking in flavor so that was redeeming but there were just so many elements that missed the mark, not just one dish. By the end of the experience I just wanted to get out of there as fast as possible and never come back. Plus my husband got food poisoning later in the evening following the dinner so that was...

Over this past year, my family has made a consistent effort to eat takeout once a week as a means of supporting local businesses; We have not had a meal quite like the one made by you at The Vista. Personally, I ordered the black bean burger with some sides for my family to share: I chose the parmesan, potato and swiss chard pie, fried onions and wilted greens, and the vegetable chips. Soft on the inside with a clean crisp outer layer, the pie crust, fries and fried onions seamlessly impressed me. As for the wilted greens and vegetable chips, I work locally at a small organic farm, and understand the respect that a good vegetable deserves; I was truly impressed by the ability to wilt and crispen vegetables without having them lose their desired freshness. Regarding the black bean burger, I have tried plant-based burgers throughout Orangeville, Caledon, Mono, Mansfield and Collingwood, and this was undeniably the best (I found myself looking longingly over at my mom's burger after finishing my own). I was pleasantly surprised by what followed the meal when I opened the compliments of the chef and was thankful to enjoy some biscotti, which had a well-balanced flavour and a satisfying crunch. All of this at a very reasonable and customer-friendly price.

However great the food was, I must be honest about an unexpected surprise: I was elated to learn that all the packaging is compostable because, as a family that values both the environment and local business, it has often been a struggle to strike a balance in the waste bin. I would like to thank the chef, kitchen staff and whoever is responsible for the convenient takeout system and sustainable packaging. We will be sure to return and spread the word of this...

We visited the Vista on a Sunday evening and it was a perfect getaway. The lush green location is a mesmerizing retreat from the bustling city life. The patio is perfect for summer evenings. It is designed to cater to the changing weather throughout the year.

The Vista by Chef Denis Jaricot is a contemporary, fine-dining restaurant that specializes in traditional Canadian Cuisine with a French zing. Situated at the heart lake road, the drive to the Vista is scenic.

Michelin Star trained Executive Chef Denis Jaricot is no less than a magician. We started the meal with Kale and Romaine Caesar Salad loaded with Prosciutto ham crisps and Parmesan Croutons, pairing it with Prosecco for a wonderful evening. Gazing at the treeline, we munched the refreshing, crunchy salad. I was tempted to opt for the Headwater's Satay. There were multiple options to pick from. I chose Wild Shrimp and Salmon :) The marination was distinct and the flavors oozed in every bite. Next up, the chicken supreme and the mimosa was a match made in paradise. Free range chicken supreme is nut-free, gluten-free and dairy-free. The dressing in forage mushrooms, cheese curds and mushroom cream sauce is delicious.

A “Capuchin” Chocolate Ganache - Mocha Almond Biscuit with mango salsa followed. There couldn't be a better way to end the meal.

The Vista is a popular destination for a delicious meal. If you are looking to add some flavor to your monotonous routine or searching for your next destination for a special occasion, I would recommend dinning in at the Vista. Kudos to Nipun and team for a wonderful time. Can't wait to experience the magical views at the Vista this fall.

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