David's Bistro — Restaurant in Ontario

Never disappointed and keep going back for many reasons as David and Natalie have that magic formula which ensures a complete and enjoyable dining experience. The harmony between front of house and kitchen cements all the elements that Chef Chapman has spent decades in perfecting and demonstrates why he has achieved (through the hard work of he and his team) what many consider to be London’s best restaurant. The motivation for him isn’t any form of bragging rights but rather a love of food and the shared dining experience. The quality and consistency of the plate combined with all the other elements of service and married to what those who appreciate a great meal out, have built up a large and loyal (in some cases multigenerational) family of regular customers who are treated like an extended Bistro family. The diversity of the menu with the ever creative Prix Fixe selections while his keeping tried and true favourites make this a place you always want to return to. Chef Chapman has an inviting personality that shines through from the moment you enter until you leave sated from yet another great dining experience. His love of food and knowledge of ingredients and techniques are clearly a passion and he is happy to share his wit and culinary wisdom along with a canny sense of wine pairing to help you get the most of your time with him and his great staff. I have to say that David sort of personifies the Bistro ethos and experience as he is a casual and relaxed and most of all an inviting and warm personality. The Bistro vision he started with remains as authentic today as when he first set out on this particular journey. Truly a jewel in the crown of the London dining scene and without a doubt a must visit for anyone who enjoys a great meal, but more importantly a great meal out. I have never had a bad meal or experience here and every visit ends with me looking forward to...

There are numerous restaurants here in London. But there can only be a top five…. David’s Bistro makes that cut.

For the past year, I’ve avoided David’s because I am a picky eater and only enjoy certain ingredients. Right now, their dishes suit my taste. David, the owner, greeted me with warm welcome. We’ve known each other for a while.

Like most fine dining establishments, David’s will hang up your coat. After sitting you down, they will bring you as much bread as you want. It IS divine. Their menu includes an impressive array of wine and liqueurs, and several appetizers and entrees each.

I ordered two appetizers to start. A duck and pistachio terrine came first. I sliced the terrine and placed it on a grilled baguette along with cognac orange marmalade. The other appetizer was a French onion tart with Marsala braised onions and mornay sauce. The tart was made of puff pastry.

My entree was a boar belly on squash risotto with sage, bacon, and Parmesan. The boar was juicy and still tender, giving the perfect texture.

Dessert was a dark chocolate marquise. It had hints of orange zest, very much like a Terry’s Chocalate Orange.

The inside is classy. On their sound system, they play instrumental jazz. This complements the art-covered walls. Incidentally, servers dress up in business attire.

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We came in from out of town for a show. Even before we got our drinks, David came over and asked if we had come all the way from Toronto (Since we'd made a reservation and our number was 416 on the contact list, I guess he figured it out).

Was so friendly asking why we were in town, talking about the renovations at The Music Hall, and how he wished he'd bought a house in Toronto back in the 60s. Was telling us a bit about his history, so sweet and welcoming.

Waiter was fantastic as well, very funny and friendly and made is feel so at ease with our decisions. The second glass of Pinot he brought me on his recommendation was absolutely fantastic.

And the food, oh my god the food!!! I had the Prix Fixe three course meal, and for the price, absolutely amazing value.

My wife ordered off the Specials/Regular menu and absolutely loved all she had as well. The sauce on her Salmon was so good we asked for extra bread just to sop it all up!

And don't REPEAT DONT skip dessert. My bread pudding with bourbon ice cream was indulgent, delicious and so satisfying. My wife's spiced orange cheesecake with cranberry compote tasted like Fall/Winter on a plate. It's been a long time since I've tasted something that just opened up a sense memory for me, and that cheesecake did exactly that.

We will definetly be back when we are in town again!

Highly, highly...