University Club Event and Conference Venue — Restaurant in Ontario

I joined the University Club in the late 1970s. With the exception of a few sabbatical years I have been a member ever since. The basic requirement to join is that you have worked at Queen's University or were a student. You maintain your membership by paying an annual fee.

The University Club sits on King Street and overlooks that portion of Lake Ontario that lies between Kingston and Wolfe Island. On a warm summer day, it's very pleasant to have lunch on the patio or, when available, on the lawn facing the Lake. The Club can also be rented such as we did when it hosted our daughter's wedding and the following reception.

Sunday Brunch for all three of our generations is a family tradition. Beyond a weekday lunch with a friend or colleague, we also take advantage of numerous other events such as pub night, seafood dinner and Valentine's Day dance.

The University Club was originally a private residence. When purchased by the University, it was expanded on the Stuart Street side to accomodate a large dining room, kitchen, and bar. Parking is found in the nearby underground parking lot during the day and a parking lot next to Club in the evenings or weekends.

What makes the Club work is the long serving group of professionals such as Manager Debra, Chef Kyle and Bartenders Daniel and Paulette. They in turn are supported by a volunteer Board...

My family was planning to hold an anniversary party at the University Club in August. When we booked in March I indicated we had a certain budget and staff agreed they could put on the party for that amount. A few months later a food list with prices was emailed to us and it was clear that the cost of the food was going to put us well over our budget. We were told if another party books the rooms we would receive a refund, but then a month later found out the same rooms were closed for renovations so no else could book them. They refuse to give back the deposit. Be very careful and get...

My husband and I got married here last Saturday and it was absolutely perfect! Even though we are going through a pandemic, the staff made every effort to keep their staff and all my guests safe. The staff were amazing! Very friendly and very professional. And the food!! Everyone couldn't stop talking about the food! Chef Kyle did an outstanding job. My theme of my wedding was "simple, yet elegant" and The University Club nailed it. I highly recommend this place for any event. Nina and Debbie were such a pleasure to work with.. answering any silly email and question I had. Thank...