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The Main Bar at HEIST. - HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club, Kingston, ON

HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club

4.6
4.6
748 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
Enjoy exceptional food prepared using local, seasonal ingredients + a curated wine and cocktail list in a vibrant downtown atmosphere.

Located on the corner of Brock and Wellington streets, just steps from the shops and entertainment of Downtown Kingston with a seasonal patio for al fresco dining. A place to plan, to meet and to mingle, HEIST offers its clientele a chance to ‘steal the moment’ of fun and provide an escape from the mundane within its beautifully designed setting.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (613) 548-9463
  • Website
    https://heistrestaurant.ca/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Josh Ham
  • Private party facilities
    HEIST is the ideal setting to gather your nearest and dearest for any celebration, from engagement parties and wedding receptions to graduation after-parties, and reunions with old friends. Offering 3 exclusive private dining rooms: The Main Bar, The Courtyard and The Wellington Room.
  • Location
    168 Wellington St, Kingston, ON K7L 3E4
  • Area
    Kingston
  • Cross Street
    Northwest corner of Brock and Wellington
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Downtown Transfer Point Platform 7
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

  • A Night in Napa - with Merryvale Vineyards

    CA$250.00 per person

    6 Feb 2025 only
    As part of our quarterly Wine Series: A Night in Napa Valley HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club welcomes Steele Cooper of Merryvale Vineyards, owned by the singular Schlatter family for over 30 years. With European roots and California dreams, the Schlatters embody both the reverence for history and optimism for the future that characterize this beloved Napa Valley landmark. Together, we have curated a fantastic 5-course menu including wine pairings from Merryvale's estate. 5-Course Menu inspired by the vibrant farm-to-table movement of Napa Valley. We're bringing fresh, seasonal flavours to Ontario - even through the depths of winter. Menu cost includes wine pairings, but not taxes or gratuity. For this event space is very limited.
    A Night in Napa - with Merryvale Vineyards photo

  • Merryvale Vineyards - Napa Valley - Wine Tasting

    CA$9.00 per person

    Prepaid

    29 Jan 2025 only
    16:00
    As part of our quarterly Wine Series, journey through Napa Valley with HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club. Our co-host, Merryvale Vineyards, will be sampling wines from their impressive estate. $9 for three tastings - additional tastings available for purchase. At this event, guests will have the opportunity to purchase individual bottles of Merryvale's wines; all of which are not available at the LCBO. Join us between 4pm-6pm for this exclusive opportunity to taste Merryvale's Estate Collection, including their Starmount Collection of wines.
    Merryvale Vineyards - Napa Valley - Wine Tasting photo

Menu

The Meet Up | Appetizers

  • Oysters

    a selection of east coast oysters served on crushed ice with red wine mignonette, lemon + shaved horseradish

    • AranciniCA$19.00

      gruyère stuffed crispy fried rice, pomodoro, basil

      • Fritto MistoCA$24.00

        bread crumbed calamari, shrimp, white fish, bibb lettuce, green goddess dressing

        • Crispy Pork BellyCA$22.00

          roasted BBQ pork belly, honey dijon, chicarones

          • Polenta FriesCA$16.00

            crispy polenta, basil aioli, herb salt

            • Crispy Pork BellyCA$22.00

              roasted BBQ pork belly, honey dijon, chicharrones

              • Shrimp CocktailCA$21.00

                poached jumbo shrimp, lemon, classic seafood sauce

                The Plan | Appetizers

                • Caesar SaladCA$19.00

                  romaine, grilled corn, applewood smoked bacon, grana padano, caesar dressing

                  • Artisanal Green SaladCA$18.00

                    mixed greens, cider vinaigrette, crispy shallots, gremolata, shaved pecorino

                    • Ahi Tuna CrudoCA$24.00

                      seared ahi tuna, green onion-ginger ponzu, sesame, chili, corn nuts

                      • Rubbed Kale SaladCA$22.00

                        roasted beets, dukkah, pomegranate molasses dressing, feta

                        • Beef CarpaccioCA$23.00

                          beef tenderloin, roasted garlic aioli, pickled mustard seeds, root vegetable chips

                          • Deep Sea ScallopsCA$27.00

                            pan seared scallops, snap peas, citrus beurre blanc, salmon roe

                            The Italian Job | Pizza

                            • MargheritaCA$23.00

                              tomato sauce, basil, buffalo mozzarella

                              • Pumpkin + ChorizoCA$24.00

                                roasted pumpkin, crumbled chorizo, red onion, mozzarella

                                • The Fun-GhiCA$25.00

                                  roasted mushrooms, sweet onion, mozzarella, truffle oil

                                  • MeatloversCA$25.00

                                    house ragu, crispy bacon, sausage

                                    • Hot HoneyCA$24.00

                                      hot honey, soppressata, dried chilies, mozzarella

                                      • French OnionCA$23.00

                                        caramelized onions, garlic crema, taleggio, chili crisp, mozzarella

                                        • Brie + BaconCA$26.00

                                          applewood smoked bacon jam, triple cream brie

                                          • Confit DuckCA$25.00

                                            pulled duck confit, apple butter, wilted spinach, mozzarella, balsamic

                                            The Italian Job | Pasta

                                            • OriechetteCA$29.00

                                              italian sausage, cherry tomatoes, kale, chilies, white wine, garlic

                                              • Linguine Fra DiavoloCA$29.00

                                                spicy prawns, tomato, fresh chili, basil, lemon

                                                • Spaghetti BologneseCA$28.00

                                                  beef-pork-ragu, basil, grana padano

                                                  • Rigatoni Alla VodkaCA$26.00

                                                    guanciale, scallion, chilies, vodka tomato cream sauce

                                                    • OriecchietteCA$29.00

                                                      italian sausage, cherry tomatoes, kale, chilies, white wine, garlic

                                                      • Pan Roasted Potato GnocchiCA$33.00

                                                        grilled corn, roasted peppers, peas, mushrooms, scallion, garlic crema, grana padano

                                                        The Usual Suspects

                                                        • Stuffed EggplantCA$29.00

                                                          oven roasted eggplant, pomodoro, mozzarella, pangrattato, seasonal vegetable

                                                          • Hunter's ChickenCA$33.00

                                                            roasted half chicken, mushroom pan sauce, whipped potato, charred cabbage

                                                            • Snapper CioppinoCA$41.00

                                                              lobster bisque, mussels, prawns, spinach, leek, toasted sourdough

                                                              • Chicken ParmigianaCA$34.00

                                                                breaded chicken breast, pomodoro, buffalo mozzarella, rigatoni alla vodka

                                                                • Confit Duck LegCA$41.00

                                                                  glazed turnip, leeks, brussels sprouts

                                                                  The Steak Out

                                                                  • 4oz TenderloinCA$36.00

                                                                    roasted lemon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus

                                                                    • 6oz StriploinCA$39.00

                                                                      roasted lemon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus

                                                                      • 8oz TenderloinCA$56.00

                                                                        roasted lemon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus

                                                                        • 12oz StriploinCA$60.00

                                                                          roasted lemon potatoes, seasonal vegetables, red wine jus

                                                                          Accomplices

                                                                            Starch

                                                                            • Roasted Lemon PotatoesCA$13.00

                                                                              Vegetables

                                                                              • Seasonal VegetablesCA$15.00

                                                                                • Sauteed MushroomsCA$16.00

                                                                                  Add Ons

                                                                                  • Chicken Breast, 5ozCA$13.00

                                                                                    • Grilled Shrimp, 3pcsCA$15.00

                                                                                      • 3pcsCA$15.00

                                                                                    • Seared Scallop, 2pcsCA$18.00

                                                                                      • 2pcsCA$17.00

                                                                                    • Grilled Lobster TailCA$25.00

                                                                                      Last updated: 25 October 2024

                                                                                      What 748 people are saying

                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                      4.6
                                                                                      4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                      • 4.6Food
                                                                                      • 4.7Service
                                                                                      • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                      • 4.3Value

                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                      Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                      • Kingston

                                                                                        Best Overall

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                                                                                        Best Food

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                                                                                        Best Service

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                                                                                        Best Ambience

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                                                                                        Best Value

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                                                                                        Good for business meals

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                                                                                        Good for groups

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                                                                                        Healthy

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                                                                                        Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                      • Kingston

                                                                                        Good for special occasions

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                                                                                        Lively

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                                                                                        Most Booked

                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                      HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club in Kingston promises a delightful dining experience with "amazing food," "impeccable service," and a "beautiful atmosphere." Guests rave about the "delicious cocktails" and "exquisite" dishes like mussels linguine and meat lovers pizza. The restaurant's unique setting, a vintage Canadian bank, adds to its charm.

                                                                                      748 Reviews

                                                                                      1. Maria

                                                                                        Toronto

                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        A very nice restaurant with a variety of food choices and super friendly staff. Yes, a little pricey; however, the food was fabulous so as the saying goes, "you get what you pay for!" Definitely another visit when we visit Kingston again!

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                                                                                      2. Chad

                                                                                        Toronto

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 19 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Was recommended to go to the Heist for the ambiance and delicious food. Was not disappointed a definitely must try for anyone in Kingston. The fried pork belly appetizer was amazing, would never have been my first pick but glad I took the servers recommendation.

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                                                                                      3. David

                                                                                        Richmond

                                                                                        13 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        13 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Service and ambience very good. A little loud on the music level for an intimate dining area. All food very good except vegetables hard. We got complimentary tea to compensate. Manager and wait staff attentive to our needs and concerns. We will be back.

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                                                                                      4. Chantal

                                                                                        Montreal

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Heist never disappoints! Amazing food! Amazing service! The beef carpaccio and tuna appetizers are delicious. I had the pasta special (a leek creation) that was beyond spectacular. Steak is always on point. As is the wine menu. Classy restaurant. Tasty food! Perfect combo!

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                                                                                      5. Sonja

                                                                                        Toronto

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        Service was excellent. Food was very good. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Love the vibe of the restaurant. Just wish wine by the glass wasn’t so expensive and there were more chocolate desserts.

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                                                                                      6. cindy

                                                                                        Ottawa

                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        We were there for lunch. Food was delicious! Our waitress was very attentive too! Will definitely be returning next time we are in Kingston.

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                                                                                      7. Evan

                                                                                        Las Vegas

                                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 13 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        Excellent restaurant experience. We met half way between Toronto and Montreal in Kingston and our cousin from Kingston recommended Heist. It was an excellent choice! We all ordered the Hunter's Chicken. It was delicious and well prepared. The service was excellent and we had a nice table in a back room of the restaurant. Overall this was a top notch, excellent restaurant experience. I would highly recommend this restaurant if you happen to be in Kingston, Ontario.

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                                                                                      8. Valerie

                                                                                        Toronto

                                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                                        vip
                                                                                        2.0

                                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 11 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 1
                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                        we had an amazing meal here on a Sunday night, but our service was terrible. It took over an hour and a half to get our mains on a Sunday night at 8:30. Our waitress was very absent minded and loved to chat but couldn’t remember our orders or the questions we asked her. Also took a while to give us our bill and let us pay at the end. I think it took about 10 minutes for her to “be right back” and get the debit machine. It seemed like she didn’t care about giving us the best service.

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                                                                                      9. John

                                                                                        Toronto

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        We had a great time, the staff were great and we wanted to take our time and we were not rushed which made it that much better

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                                                                                      10. Ian

                                                                                        Toronto

                                                                                        26 reviews

                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                        26 reviews

                                                                                        Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                        Pre-concert dinner at Heist, fortunately able to obtain counter seats at last minute. Server aware of our tight exit timeline and enabled timely arrival of appetizer followed by mains. Polenta fries were very tasty and are on our ‘do again’ list, as also are our mains, duck confit pizza and an amazing chicken parmigiana. Heist has never been less than an excellent evening out in our half-dozen or so visits.Heist gift cards have become one of our standard presents

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                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                      HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 548-9463.

                                                                                      HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club is rated 4.6 stars by 748 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                      Make a booking

                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                      19:00
                                                                                      Booked 30 times today
                                                                                      Experiences are available.

                                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                      Google Map for HEIST Restaurant + Wine Club

                                                                                      168 Wellington St, Kingston, ON K7L 3E4

                                                                                      Dining areas

                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                        Northwest corner of Brock and Wellington
                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                        Kingston
                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                        Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                        CAN$31 to CAN$50
                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                        Contemporary Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                        Casual Elegant
                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                        Smart Casual
                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                        Street Parking
                                                                                      • Public transit
                                                                                        Downtown Transfer Point Platform 7
                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                                        Josh Ham
                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                        Gluten-free Options, Vegan
                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                        https://heistrestaurant.ca/
                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                        (613) 548-9463
                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                        HEIST is the ideal setting to gather your nearest and dearest for any celebration, from engagement parties and wedding receptions to graduation after-parties, and reunions with old friends. Offering 3 exclusive private dining rooms: The Main Bar, The Courtyard and The Wellington Room.
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