The Rich Uncle Tavern

4.7 (283)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Gastro Pub

45 King St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 1A1

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Great for live music

With a unique, inventive menu, The Rich Uncle Tavern is built on hearty eclectic fare and shareable snacks that pay homage to the brasseries and taverns of yesteryear. Defined by our humble and wholesome approach to food and beverage, The Rich Uncle Tavern features a charming and homely ambience for patrons to gather with old friends and find some new ones.

Whether you’re partaking in a crafted cocktail during live music or a late-night bite in one of our booths, you’ll be able to experience a sociable atmosphere, curated beverages and delicious fare that will leave you sated.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Canadian, Burgers
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Website
http://richuncletavern.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Brian McCourt
Catering
Want The Rich Uncle Tavern to cater your upcoming off-site event? Please contact the restaurant directly at hello@richuncletavern.ca
Private party facilities
Please contact The Rich Uncle Tavern directly to host your upcoming event. Reachable at hello@richuncletavern.ca

Location
45 King St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 1A1
Area
Kitchener
Cross street
Between Ontario St S & Queen St. S
Parking Details
Duke & Ontario - Street Parking - 33 Ontario St NDuke Street Parking Garage - 41 Duke St WGoudie's Lane Surface Lot - 19 Queen St NCharles & Benton Parking Garage - 4 Charles St ESurface Lot - 40 Ontario St SCharles St. Terminal Lot - 15 Charles St WGaukel St Parking Lot - 44-50 Gaukel St**Some Public Parking areas are free after 5pm!**
Public transport
Across the street from THEMUSEUM on King Street West
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

SoupCAD 10.00
Parsnip + Artichoke, Vanilla Gastrique, Juniper Powder, Crispy Sage
Sausage RollCAD 19.00
Lorne Spiced Pork / Puff Pastry / Fermented Mustard HP ? Fennel Salad / Lemon Mint Vinaigrette
Duck WingsCAD 20.00
Sweet Maple Soy Glaze / Chilli Crunch / Fermented Soy Aioli / Scallion
Fried Brussels SproutsCAD 18.00
Nuoc Cham / Lime Aioli / Toasted Peanuts / Crispy Shallot & Garlic / Puffed Rice / Cilantro
Whiskey & Dubliner DipCAD 19.00
Caramelized Onion / Irish Whiskey / Sourdough
PoutineCAD 16.00
Proper Chips / Cheese Curds / Ale Gravy
Curry ChipsCAD 14.00
Proper Chips / Curry Sauce / Green Raita / Cilantro
Pork Belly BaoCAD 19.00
Seared Pork Belly / Maple Soy Glaze / Pickled Chilies / Carrot + Daikon Slaw / Bao Bun
Korean Wonton NachosCAD 20.00
Kimchi / Maple Soy / Mozzarella / Gochujang Crema / Scallion / Watermelon Radish
Truffle FriesCAD 11.00
Rosemary & Thyme, Porcini Aioli
Sweet Potato FriesCAD 11.00
TRU Sauce / Chipotle Cinnamon

Salads

Fresh & Green

Caesar SaladCAD 16.00
Garlic Dressing / Brown Butter Croutons / Grana Padano / Smoked Bacon / Crispy Capers / Baby Kale / Romaine Hearts
TRU SaladCAD 17.00
Heritage Greens / Chai Pickled Honeydew Melon / Whipped Goat Cheese / Crumbled Beer Nuts / Lemon Roasted Beets / Honey & Peppercorn Vinaigrette

Handhelds

Comes with choice of fries or soup. Upgrades available.

TRU BurgerCAD 22.00
Local Beef Patty / Aged Cheddar / Bread & Butter Pickles / Iceberg / Tomato / TRU Sauce / Egg Bun
Truffled Mushroom BurgerCAD 23.00
Local Beef Patty / Grilled Portobello Mushrooms / Onion Ring / Baby Arugula / Mountain Oak Truffled Gouda / Truffle Aioli
Lamb BurgerCAD 24.00
Local Lamb Patty / Garam Masala / Tomato Chutney / Green Raita / Pickled Jalapeño / Onion Sprouts / Red Onion / Egg Bun
Peppercorn BurgerCAD 23.00
Local Beef Patty / Bacon Jam / Dubliner Cheese / Lettuce / Tomato / Red Onion / Green Peppercorn Aioli / Egg Bun
Pressed SandwichCAD 21.00
Soppressata / Mortadella / Coppa / Olive Tapenade / Mountainoak Onion Gouda / Sundried Tomato / Pickled Jalapeno / Arugula / Spiced Aioli / Hoagie Bun

Entrees

You Deserve This

Fish & ChipsCAD 20.00
Fresh Haddock (1PC) / Classic Tartar Sauce / Chips / 3 Cabbage Slaw / Charred Lemon
Korean Chicken & WafflesCAD 28.00
Korean Fried Chicken / Kimchi Waffles / Kimchi / Hot Honey / Scallion
Shepherd's PieCAD 30.00
Curried Lamb / Sweet Potato Mash / Mixed Vegetables / Curry Sauce
Chickpea CurryCAD 28.00
Curry Sauce / Chickpea Fritter / Saffron Rice / Lemon + Sumac Slaw / Green Raita / Naan
Bangers + MashCAD 28.00
English Pork Banger / Colcannon Galette / Yorkshire Pudding / Ale Gravy / Scallion
RigatoniCAD 28.00
Braised Beef Short Rib / Caramelized Onions / Roasted Peppers / Whiskey Cream Sauce / Gremolata
Cut of the Week
Rotating Cuts with Varying Accompaniments

Dessert

For the Sweet Tooth

Sticky Toffee PuddingCAD 10.00
Whiskey Sauce / Salted Caramel Ice Cream / Maldon Salt
Crème BrûléeCAD 10.00
Crafted Daily with Local Seasonal Ingredients / Flavour changes weekly

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Rich Uncle Tavern.

4.7

(283)

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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283 Reviews

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SydneyS Gold
Toronto / Ontario12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal. Tasty and generous portions. Great service. Live music Fridays and Saturdays. We attended on a Saturday. Sports on the screens. Very enjoyable evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on 25 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very warm and inviting atmosphere, our server was amazing and uplifting. We had the Boa Buns, Brussels Sprouts and Wonton Nachos, all were large portions and next level quality which you always get at The Rich Uncle.
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nope
Toronto / Ontario2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 April 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I'm begging this place to drop the live music. Their exceptional playlists are so much better at setting the vibe and tone I love.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto / Ontario4 reviews
2.0
Dined on 19 April 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Duck wings were dry and overcooked, Bangers and Mash was stone cold. Service started out well, then deteriorated.
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Mack Gold
Toronto / Ontario13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love Rich Uncle Tavern the food is always very good! The burgers are truly outstanding! The truffle fries are super yummy. The character that the restaurant has is charming! We like supporting family owned businesses.
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DenisB
Toronto / Ontario16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent, good portion size and a very tasty burger and rice dish for my wife. Service was prompt, friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu. 100% recommended.
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JoanneE
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, fantastic food and terrific atmosphere
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Toronto / Ontario29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazing. Thanks for the birthday treat as well. Great Service!!
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tiffanyh
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is amazing. Always recommend the duck wings and fried brussel sprouts!
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Jade
Toronto / Ontario3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a treat coming here. I didn't know this server this time but she was amazing like everyone here is!
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Canadian, Burgers
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Website
http://richuncletavern.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Brian McCourt
Catering
Want The Rich Uncle Tavern to cater your upcoming off-site event? Please contact the restaurant directly at hello@richuncletavern.ca
Private party facilities
Please contact The Rich Uncle Tavern directly to host your upcoming event. Reachable at hello@richuncletavern.ca

Location
45 King St W, Kitchener, ON N2G 1A1
Area
Kitchener
Cross street
Between Ontario St S & Queen St. S
Parking Details
Duke & Ontario - Street Parking - 33 Ontario St NDuke Street Parking Garage - 41 Duke St WGoudie's Lane Surface Lot - 19 Queen St NCharles & Benton Parking Garage - 4 Charles St ESurface Lot - 40 Ontario St SCharles St. Terminal Lot - 15 Charles St WGaukel St Parking Lot - 44-50 Gaukel St**Some Public Parking areas are free after 5pm!**
Public transport
Across the street from THEMUSEUM on King Street West
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

The Rich Uncle Tavern

About this restaurant

Permanently Closed

There’s more to explore

Dining areas

Additional information

For The Table

SoupCAD 10.00

Sausage RollCAD 19.00

Duck WingsCAD 20.00

Fried Brussels SproutsCAD 18.00

Whiskey & Dubliner DipCAD 19.00

PoutineCAD 16.00

Curry ChipsCAD 14.00

Pork Belly BaoCAD 19.00

Korean Wonton NachosCAD 20.00

Truffle FriesCAD 11.00

Sweet Potato FriesCAD 11.00

Salads

Caesar SaladCAD 16.00

TRU SaladCAD 17.00

Handhelds

TRU BurgerCAD 22.00

Truffled Mushroom BurgerCAD 23.00

Lamb BurgerCAD 24.00

Peppercorn BurgerCAD 23.00

Pressed SandwichCAD 21.00

Entrees

Fish & ChipsCAD 20.00

Korean Chicken & WafflesCAD 28.00

Shepherd's PieCAD 30.00

Chickpea CurryCAD 28.00

Bangers + MashCAD 28.00

RigatoniCAD 28.00

Cut of the Week

Dessert

Sticky Toffee PuddingCAD 10.00

Crème BrûléeCAD 10.00

Dining areas

Additional information

Permanently Closed