SWINE AND VINE 295 LANCASTER ST W, UNIT B, KITCHENER, ONTARIO 226-476-4418 SWINEANDVINE.CA

RATING: 2.5 FORKS

(One fork-fair; Two-good; Three-excellent; Four-outstanding)

Hours Sunday and Monday: closed; Tuesday to Thursday: 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 11:30 a.m. to midnight

Wheelchair access

The walkway in front of the building is wheelchair accessible, but guests may need assistance with the restaurant’s doorway. Washroom is fully accessible

Atmosphere

A light and cosy space, with an easy and welcoming vibe. Conviviality is in the air, due to nature of shared plates and charcuterie-style dining

Menu

Charcuterie restaurant featuring house-made sausages, pâtés terrines (etc.); vegetarian and seafood elements available. Focus on local ingredients and artisanal foods. Dishes (shared plates, fondues, pre-designed charcuterie boards) are designed for sharing. Lunch menu. Online menu. Gluten-free options (charcuterie, breads) available

Drinks

Fully licensed. Local craft beers. Cocktails. Thirty-label wine list features good mix of styles from Old World and New World producers

Service

Warm and helpful table service focused on guest experience

The bill

$129.95 (including tax, no tip) for one wine, one cocktail, two shared plates, one featured fondue, one three-meat charcuterie board with two accompaniments, two desserts

In a nutshell

Swine and Vine is a good choice for friends to meet for drinks and graze over charcuterie boards or shared plates in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Service is cheerful and guest-focused. The bar turns out creative cocktails and provides interesting wine and beer lists; the kitchen creates artfully designed boards with house-made charcuterie, focusing on local ingredients and artisanal foods