I also went to The Berlin last night, and it was amazing. Without question the best restaurant in KW, and competitive with many of the finest restaurants in Toronto or even New York City. Gushue's reputation is well deserved, and he hasn't forgotten anything since his time at Langdon Hall.
My first course was noodles with napa cabbage and mushrooms, in a sesame ginger sauce. It was followed by grilled whitefish, potatoes, and vegetables in a tangy sauce. The elements are reasonably common, but their execution was perfect. I had no idea noodles could have such incredible depth of flavour, and they were complemented perfectly by wonderfully earthy mushrooms and just-right cabbage. I also noticed their hearth was put to excellent use, with their beets having an amazing sweet and smokey flavour. The smokey flavour showed up in many parts of the different dishes.
I agree with Rainrider22, just go, you won't be disappointed. The menu changes almost every day based on what's fresh and available, so you can expect a unique experience. Reservations are recommended, it was packed from when I arrived at 7pm until I left at 9pm.
I will note that although the prices seem quite reasonable for a restaurant of its calibre ($25 entrees), the portions definitely assume a two or three course meal. So expect a $15 appetizer + $25 entree + $10 dessert. Definitely makes it one of the pricier restaurants in KW, but well worth it.
My first course was noodles with napa cabbage and mushrooms, in a sesame ginger sauce. It was followed by grilled whitefish, potatoes, and vegetables in a tangy sauce. The elements are reasonably common, but their execution was perfect. I had no idea noodles could have such incredible depth of flavour, and they were complemented perfectly by wonderfully earthy mushrooms and just-right cabbage. I also noticed their hearth was put to excellent use, with their beets having an amazing sweet and smokey flavour. The smokey flavour showed up in many parts of the different dishes.
I agree with Rainrider22, just go, you won't be disappointed. The menu changes almost every day based on what's fresh and available, so you can expect a unique experience. Reservations are recommended, it was packed from when I arrived at 7pm until I left at 9pm.
I will note that although the prices seem quite reasonable for a restaurant of its calibre ($25 entrees), the portions definitely assume a two or three course meal. So expect a $15 appetizer + $25 entree + $10 dessert. Definitely makes it one of the pricier restaurants in KW, but well worth it.