For over 50 years, Charcoal Pit has served customers all over Downtown Burlington fast food with a Greek twist. Their charcoal-grilled barbecued meats have been practised to perfection to bring out that signature juicy flavour.
For dinner, each one of Charcoal Pit’s dinner options consists of a meat on rice with fries and Greek salad. Your choices for meat include Chicken or Pork Souvlaki and Chicken or Lamb Gyro. These well seasoned bites of meat or juice, tender, and goes together perfectly with your rice. You could also try their house specials, which include Souvlaki skewers and Gyros pitas.
That’s the Greek side of Charcoal pit, now we’ll cover the fast food side, which is more popular. You may be infer from their name that Charcoal Pit specialises in grilling meat on charcoal grills. So, you can expect each and every one of their burgers to be smokey and flavourful. There’s also a bit of Greek flavour added on them with their Tzatziki sauces.
Charcoal Pit has a special Gyro Poutine which consists of Gyro meat on fries topped with chives and feta cheese. They also offer a pretty good Canadian poutine as well. If you’re feeling celebratory, why not pair these with one of their milkshakes? Every sip of these shakes will have you wanting more, and before you know it, you’ve downed the entire thing already.
Charcoal Pit is a great mixture of Greek and Fast-Food cuisine. The next time you find yourself in Downtown Burlington, be sure to drop by for a quick, tasty snack or lunch!
I Love Gelato is a family-run business for everyone who loves Gelato. If you fall into that category, then prepare to enjoy delicious Gelato made by like-minded people when you walk into their store.
Like most Gelato places, I Love Gelato has a wide selection of flavours, including classics such as strawberry, vanilla, chocolate, and tiramisu. With unique options such as chocolate mint, toronne, and cinnamon apple, you’re sure to be able to find yourself a new favourite flavour.
Are you a cone or cup person? I Love Gelato offers many different ways to each Gelato, some of which are quite creative. Also offered are three different sizes. First, their small size includes one big scoop of your favourite flavour. Next, medium has two scoops, and large has three scoops. Each scoop can be a different flavour. Also available are special swirl cones, which is softer Gelato swirled around the cone frozen-yogurt style. Chocolate and vanilla are the only flavours available for those, however.
Now, onto the more creative options. First is their newest addition to the lineup – Gelato Brioche. Here two scoops of Gelato is sandwiched between a Brioche bun. You would eat it a bit like a sandwich. This idea may sound farfetched at first, but hear us out. When the Gelato melts, the brioche soaks all of it up without losing much of it’s texture. When you eat it, Gelato will melt from the Brioche into your mouth.
We’re ending the list off with a really cool one. Have you heard of the chocolate Ferrerro Rocher? You know, the chocolate with a nutty shell, creamy chocolate inside and and almond in the center? Well, the image below is Ferrorro Rocher Gelato. It keeps the outside chocolate shell, but now has two layers of Gelato inside.
La Creme de la Creme offers creamy and smooth Belgian Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream sure to brighten your day. Including both classic and vegan options, their subtly sweet flavour brings out the best in ice cream.
La Creme de la Creme has an amazing lineup of flavours and toppings. Of the four shown in the image above, the first is their Blue Cotton Candy with Sprinkles. Beside it is the Brownie flavour with Peanuts. Next is the famous Dulche de Leche, complemented by Toasted Coconut. Lastly, we have their classic White Chocolate cone. This one doesn’t need any toppings.
There are a number of ways that you can enjoy your ice cream. Their regular cone has three size – small, medium and large. If you don’t like your ice cream in a cone, you could get it in a biodegradable cup instead. If you’re willing to pay a dollar extra, you’ll also have the choice of a waffle cup or waffle bowl. You have freedom of choice at La Creme de la Creme, from base flavours, to dips, to toppings and cones. It’s ice cream exactly the way you want it.
If you’re looking for some comfort food to take home, why not take a big ol’ Ice Cream Cake? While not as customisation as their cones, La Creme de La Creme makes incredibly tasty ice cream cakes! It’s a perfect choice for you to eat your worries away.
Are you feeling especially Canadian today? Head on over to The North Coal Kitchen & Bar in Downtown Burlington to embrace your country in the form of food!
The North Coal’s Truffle Fries are the perfect start your meal. Freshly cut shoestring fries are fried in truffle oil and served fresh Parmesan, herbs and garlic aioli. Pair it with a rack of fall of the Bone ribs, and you’ve got yourselves a meal to savour.
Next up are The North Coal’s sandwiches. They have an array of choices, including flavourful Brie Melts and crispy Chicken Burgers. This image below is their Baffin Burger. This burger has a beef brisket patty on a brioche bun with maple aioli.
‘Shareables’ are a portion of The North Coal’s menu consisting of bite sized treats meant to enjoy together. Choices include Cripsy Brussel Sprouts, Sliders, Naan with a Fire Roasted Dip, Tacos, and Chicken Wings. If you’re having a casual meal with a group of friends, these are perfect for the occasion.
The North Coal offers many original Canadian cocktails for their patrons. These drinks look good and taste even better. Below are some for the many great choices you’ll have like the Smoked Maple Old Fashioned and the Bonfire Margarita.
Crema di Gelato creates artisan Gelato where every scoop is a sight to marvel. The next time you find yourself in Downtown Burlington with a sweet tooth, Crema di Gelato is the perfect place to go.
Crema di Gelato has many different flavours for customers to get acquainted with. From classics like vanilla and chocolate, to more creative flavours like crème brûlée and wafer, you’ll find yourself wanting to try everything.
How many scoops will satisfy your Gelato cravings? At Crema di Gelato, you can get up to four scoops of Gelato either in a cup, a cone, or a waffle bowl. You can order a big tub to take him containing as much Gelato as you’d like.
Gelato bars are a special treat at Crema di Gelato. They’re exactly what they sound like – a chocolate bar with nothing but Gelato inside. These snacks are a new, exciting way to eat Gelato that you just have to try out!
Heal is a 100% vegan wellness shop that makes smoothies from superfoods designed to improve your wellness. Their carefully blended smoothies and smoothie bowls are sure to make your day a little healthier.
The açaí berry is one of the many super-foods which Heal uses in every one of their smoothies. Açaí berries are known to provide an energy boost throughout your day while also supporting the health of your heart, skin, and digestion. At Heal, every one of their smoothie bowls are centred around super-foods such as Açaí so that you can feel good throughout the day. Check out their websites linked in this article to learn more about their super-foods.
Heal’s smoothie bowls aren’t just healthy, they’re delicious too! These smoothie bowls made from all natural ingredients are both good and good for you. Take their superfood Dragon Bowl shown in the image below for example. This bowl is made by blending dragonfruit, peach, mango, agave & oat milk. This sweet base is topped with fresh granola, hemp seed, pineapple, kiwi, strawberries and coconut. This tasty bowl contains loads of vitamins and also protein thanks to the hemp seeds and superfood properties of the Pitaya (dragonfruit).
If you’d prefer something to drink rather than eat, order a smoothie! There are many original smoothie flavours at heal, including the Strawberry Sunshine and Blue Magic. Did you know that Matcha is scientifically proven to enhance metabolism, boost focus and reduce stress? Try these effects out for yourself by ordering a Green Matcha Smoothie made from matcha, spinach, mango, pineapple, orange, banana, and oat milk. For more info and each one of Heal’s smoothies and the super-foods that make them, check out Heal’s menu on their website linked in this article. Located in both Downtown Burlington and newly opened Westdale Village, give them a try this summer!
Son of a Peach is a popular Downtown Burlington pizzeria that takes pride in their craft. From sourcing their ingredients from local farms, to patiently fermenting their dough for 4 days straight, their pizza is filled with incredible passion.
Son of a Peach’s one of a kind house tomato source invigorates a fine flavour to each bite. Their menu includes many fan-favourite pizzas with a twist. Try their Burlingtonian as shown in the picture below. This precisely made pizza pie tops their house made sauce with cheese, followed up by ezoo dry-cured pepperoni, Wood smoked bacon, herb, and mushrooms.
Pizza isn’t the only thing you can find at Son of a Peach. Check out their garlic knots and breadsticks, which comes with a dip of your choice. Shown below is their Bakked Ricotta & Tomato Dip, as well as their Jalapeno Popper Dip.
What goes better with pizza than crispy, sauce-tossed wings? 10 of these delicious creations are doused with homemade honey Sriracha sauce, and comes with a side of picked carrots & jalapeno sour cream.
Hungry for dessert? The owners of Son of a Peach actually also own a separate donut shop in Downtown Burlington called The Sunshine Doughnut Company. So it’s safe to say that you’ll find some exquisite sweet endings here. Your choices include Apple Crisp, Bombolini, and Sundaes. However, the highlight of this dessert menu is definetly the Sunshine Doughnut Bread Pudding, as shown in the picture below.
The Tribeca Coffee Co. is an Oakville & Burlington café inspired by New York coffee houses. Each cup is brewed and served with the utmost sincerity to ensure a pleasant experience for customers.
However way you like your coffee, you’ll be able to find it expertly made at Tribeca. They have gathered a vast collection of coffee beans from all over the globe. From smooth americanos, to foamy cappuccinos, to rich shots of espresso, you’ll be able to enjoy your favourite coffee in expert quality.
Which item do you prefer to pair with your coffee? Could it a be sweet doughnut? Or maybe a buttery croissant? It’s a tough choice, but luckily for you, Tribeca’s bakery is here to help. From muffins, to tarts, and even apple turnovers; you’re sure to be able to find the perfect combination for your coffee.
Looking for a lighter snack? Tribeca has bite-sized tidbits for you to enjoy whenever you want, and wherever you want. With a wide selection of flavours, these little treats are a great way to help yourself to a well earned treat on the go.
Coffee isn’t only for winter. When it gets hot outside, why not refresh yourself with some of Tribeca’s summer drinks? Cool down your day with an iced coffee, or liven it up with a peach tea lemonade.
Tribeca Coffee Co. is a great place to stop at for a quick, well deserved coffee break. With two beautiful locations in Downtown Burlington & Oakville, be sure to try it out the next time you’re out and about!
Di Mario’s Trattoria provides a uniquely Italian culinary experience for all of its customers. Mouthwatering dishes made from homemade sauces paired with a broad selection of wine make for quite the meal. If you’re a fan of Italian dishes and live near Downtown Burlington, you simply must go here.
Let’s get to the exciting part straight away – the entrees. A dish that has certainly caught our eyes is the Veal Parmigiano shown in the image above. Fresh veal is pan fried in olive oil and placed on top of a bed of creamy Rigatoni.
If you’re a pasta fan, then you’re in luck! Di Mario’s has a wide assortment of all types of delicious pastas. Whether it’s Carbonara, Linguine, Gnocchi… Di Mario’s offers them all. Below is a picture of their Bolognese, made with slowly braised beef and pork ragu.
Love steak? Then why don’t you try Di Mario’s Dry Aged Striploin with an Italian twist? This amazing cut of meat is served with crispy potato pavé, wilted spinach and black garlic.
Brunch
When you think of Italian food, dinner is usually what comes to mind. However, an Italian brunch is nearly just as tasty! Join Di Mario every weekend from 10 AM to 3 PM to try out their special brunch menu! A standout item you surely don’t want to miss is their Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Banana Brûlée and a scoop of Vanilla Gelato.
Culaccino Bar & Kitchen crafts expertly made modern Italian dishes. From pizzas, to pasta, and even fried chicken, they provide an exquisite experience for every customer.
Spicy Shrimp Appetiser with White Wine
Culaccino provides delicious Margherita Pizzas with homemade sauces flowing with flavour. Additionally, there’s a bar in their restaurant where customers can enjoy a beer, wine, and cocktails. This makes it so Pizza can be enjoyed with a tall glass of your favourite drink.
A variety of pastas are available at Culaccino. Options include spaghetti, ricotta, and Alfredo. This image below is their Veal Bolognese, made from fresh ground veal and cooked with white wine.
Lastly, you can purchase a special kind of friend chicken at Culaccino. This cut of chicken is blended with a secret mix of Italian herbs and spices for a unique fried chicken experience. From the buttery, crispy skin blends with these spices to create a mouthwatering blend of flavours. Definitely try this out if you’re looking for a twist in fried chicken!
