Came to try the "Mindful January" mocktail options, and stayed for the happy hour snacks. I was so impressed by the service mostly, but the food and drinks were also top tier.
Sober culture is becoming more and more prevalent. Lots of people are not drinking for a variety of reasons. I love it when a restaurant thinks about those people and creates thoughtful offerings for them, not just a soda with a splash of something in it. They have zero-proof cocktails on the menu year-round.
I loved the many vegetarian options on the happy hour menu. Of note, the Mezze plate had great variety and taste. I loved the cauliflower as well, it was a little sweet and a little spicy. My fave, however, were the oyster mushrooms: they looked like calamari, but they're vegan! They were the perfect crispness and never got soggy. The dip they came with also 10/10.
Yes, it's a bit pricier, but the location, the service and the quality of food are all top notch.
Molly
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February 15, 2026
We sat at the bar for drinks and apps and had the most wonderful time. The staff was friendly and helpful - Shane, David & Michael especially. And the live music was exceptional. Officially, one of my favorite drinks of all time is the Sanctuary. I can’t wait to have another someday. We also enjoyed a charcuterie plate, chicken wings and the squash dessert.
M.Stuebe
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February 03, 2026
The ARC – Fairmont Waterfront (Breakfast & Dinner)
Breakfast at The ARC was included with our Chase booking, and at $65 per person, it genuinely impressed.
What makes this buffet stand out is the made-to-order menu paired with unlimited self-serve stations. You can order fresh items from the menu while also building your plate from stations featuring fruit, bread, spreads, cheeses, and a hot bar.
The hot bar was excellent—especially the sausage (well-seasoned and moist), the eggs (easily the best buffet eggs I’ve had), and the oats, which were perfectly cooked—neither watery nor dry. Portions from the menu were thoughtfully sized: not overly large, which made it possible to try multiple items if you were hungry.
The drip coffee was surprisingly good, and they provided a personal pitcher so you could refill at your own pace. The berry smoothie was fresh, delicious, and a great healthy way to start the day.
A few notes:
• The muesli wasn’t for me due to the coconut, but coconut lovers will likely enjoy it.
• The lemon cake was fragrant with visible lemon pieces and great flavor, though it could have been slightly more moist.
• The salmon Benedict would have benefited from fresh herbs or toppings like dill, capers, onions, or cucumbers.
• The hollandaise sauce could have been more flavorful.
Dinner was just as impressive.
We tried the steak tenderloin, and somehow they managed to make a medium-well steak incredibly moist and juicy—no easy feat. My partner can’t eat steak medium or below, so this was especially impressive. The pairing with the mashed potatoes was phenomenal and beautifully balanced.
Is it worth $65 per person?
If you have a solid appetite and/or can at least enjoy three menu items plus a drink, absolutely. If not, you may struggle to get full value.
That said, this was still the best breakfast buffet I’ve ever had. With a few small tweaks, it would easily be a five-star experience.
Service was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was bright, clean, lively, and spacious. A thoughtful touch: complimentary cookies while waiting for our table.
Ben M
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December 12, 2025
We visited the ARC on a weekday and tried their $39 business lunch set, which included soup and a harvest bowl. Although the restaurant was busy, we were promptly seated at a pleasant table by the window. The service was attentive and very good. Unfortunately, the food did not meet expectations—the chicken was dry and overcooked, leaving the overall quality rather mediocre.
Roxanne J
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November 29, 2025
I came here for the weekend Brunch price is $72 with tax. I tried a lot of different items on the menu. You can look at my photos to see my rating of each.Item I tried and my thoughts. I thought this experience was definitely worth coming too. For a special occasion, but not something to come to all the time.
The atmosphere of the restaurant doesn't seem that fancy to me.They do not have any particular good views. The brunch is a little fancy, but the presentation is very elegant.Some of the food is better than other food.
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Came to try the "Mindful January" mocktail options, and stayed for the happy hour snacks. I was so impressed by the service mostly, but the food and drinks were also top tier. Sober culture is becoming more and more prevalent. Lots of people are not drinking for a variety of reasons. I love it when a restaurant thinks about those people and creates thoughtful offerings for them, not just a soda with a splash of something in it. They have zero-proof cocktails on the menu year-round. I loved the many vegetarian options on the happy hour menu. Of note, the Mezze plate had great variety and taste. I loved the cauliflower as well, it was a little sweet and a little spicy. My fave, however, were the oyster mushrooms: they looked like calamari, but they're vegan! They were the perfect crispness and never got soggy. The dip they came with also 10/10. Yes, it's a bit pricier, but the location, the service and the quality of food are all top notch.
We sat at the bar for drinks and apps and had the most wonderful time. The staff was friendly and helpful - Shane, David & Michael especially. And the live music was exceptional. Officially, one of my favorite drinks of all time is the Sanctuary. I can’t wait to have another someday. We also enjoyed a charcuterie plate, chicken wings and the squash dessert.
The ARC – Fairmont Waterfront (Breakfast & Dinner) Breakfast at The ARC was included with our Chase booking, and at $65 per person, it genuinely impressed. What makes this buffet stand out is the made-to-order menu paired with unlimited self-serve stations. You can order fresh items from the menu while also building your plate from stations featuring fruit, bread, spreads, cheeses, and a hot bar. The hot bar was excellent—especially the sausage (well-seasoned and moist), the eggs (easily the best buffet eggs I’ve had), and the oats, which were perfectly cooked—neither watery nor dry. Portions from the menu were thoughtfully sized: not overly large, which made it possible to try multiple items if you were hungry. The drip coffee was surprisingly good, and they provided a personal pitcher so you could refill at your own pace. The berry smoothie was fresh, delicious, and a great healthy way to start the day. A few notes: • The muesli wasn’t for me due to the coconut, but coconut lovers will likely enjoy it. • The lemon cake was fragrant with visible lemon pieces and great flavor, though it could have been slightly more moist. • The salmon Benedict would have benefited from fresh herbs or toppings like dill, capers, onions, or cucumbers. • The hollandaise sauce could have been more flavorful. Dinner was just as impressive. We tried the steak tenderloin, and somehow they managed to make a medium-well steak incredibly moist and juicy—no easy feat. My partner can’t eat steak medium or below, so this was especially impressive. The pairing with the mashed potatoes was phenomenal and beautifully balanced. Is it worth $65 per person? If you have a solid appetite and/or can at least enjoy three menu items plus a drink, absolutely. If not, you may struggle to get full value. That said, this was still the best breakfast buffet I’ve ever had. With a few small tweaks, it would easily be a five-star experience. Service was friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was bright, clean, lively, and spacious. A thoughtful touch: complimentary cookies while waiting for our table.
We visited the ARC on a weekday and tried their $39 business lunch set, which included soup and a harvest bowl. Although the restaurant was busy, we were promptly seated at a pleasant table by the window. The service was attentive and very good. Unfortunately, the food did not meet expectations—the chicken was dry and overcooked, leaving the overall quality rather mediocre.
I came here for the weekend Brunch price is $72 with tax. I tried a lot of different items on the menu. You can look at my photos to see my rating of each.Item I tried and my thoughts. I thought this experience was definitely worth coming too. For a special occasion, but not something to come to all the time. The atmosphere of the restaurant doesn't seem that fancy to me.They do not have any particular good views. The brunch is a little fancy, but the presentation is very elegant.Some of the food is better than other food.