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Last March, Kingstonians were dismayed to learn that The Sleepless Goat would be closing up shop once and for all due to insurmountable financial pressures. The popular cafe had been a downtown fixture for nearly 24 years, and as a result of that lengthy tenure, many of us couldn’t picture
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Downtown Kingston is the place to be this summer, overflowing with only the hottest patios, swaying with live music and jam-packed with food galore. Our inviting hub seems to have something for everyone, whether you’re a dedicated locavore and craving only the freshest ingredients, in the mood for some savoury
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Dining out in Kingston is really fun. Good food, good vibe, and a fair amount of diversity. Many of us toggle between old standbys and adventurous new dishes. Many of us also start long term relationships with certain dishes and restaurants. (I am going on 6 years with Woodenheads’ Calamari
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In 2010 and 2011 respectively, our readers spent a glutinous amount of time predicting the outcome of a foodie feud known as the Burger/Poutine Wars (Part 1, Part 2). This past year, Kingstonist took a break from drooling over poutine and burgers, yet that did little to stifle the insatiable
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Downtown Kingston is home to numerous dining establishments who devote their entire menus to one type of food or another. From gourmet burger bistros such as The Works and Harper’s, to delicious poutineries including Smoke’s and divine pizzerias such as Woodenheads and Atomica, there is no shortage of specialty restos
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Although these past few days haven’t quite demonstrated it, patio season is well upon us. I think it’s safe to say that whether we are going for beer, brunch or late night nachos, Kingstonians love to come out after a cold winter into the warmth of spring and spend as
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As far as I am aware, pizza is the food of the Gods. This dietary staple is an obsession of mine, and for as long as I can remember, I have proclaimed that I would be happy to eat pizza and nothing else if I were ever stranded on a
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Zappas Lounge is permanently closed. Looking for a place that’s still open? Check out our restaurant reviews and recommendations for establishments that are still open and serving great food in Kingston. Joy Supper Club closed maybe 9 months ago. I never really liked it. The main problem it had was
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Musical actor and comedian Charles Pierce once said, “the perfect lover is one who turns into a pizza at 4am.” At the risk of frightening and possibly offending my wife, I have to agree. In the name of expanding Kingstonist’s Food and Drink section, in the past we’ve featured posh
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Regular readers may remember that I have a bit of a problem. I’m hooked on the pies, pizza pies that is. After a late night snack involving a few slices on Saturday, I couldn’t stave off the mid-morning craving on Sunday, which made my mouth water for a wheel of
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It is known around Kingston as the black hole, the corner of doom, an address that few businesses dare touch, while those who’ve rolled the dice have paid the ultimate price. I am referring to the corner of Johnson and Ontario were countless independent restaurants and bars have come to
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