Ontario - Canadian Steakhouse in Dresden

We went to the Ontario Steakhouse near the Frauenkirche in Dresden today to celebrate a good friend's 50th birthday – and it was a truly wonderful evening! The service was top-notch: friendly, attentive, warm, yet pleasantly relaxed. We felt completely at home. The food was also outstanding – superb quality, perfectly cooked meat, everything fresh and lovingly presented. You can tell the passion that goes into the work here. The only downside: the restrooms. Unfortunately, they were noticeably dirty – not just from recent guests, but you could tell they hadn't been thoroughly cleaned in a while. That's a shame, because it doesn't fit with the otherwise very positive overall impression. Nevertheless: the service and cuisine were absolutely top-notch, and we had a thoroughly enjoyable evening in a great atmosphere. We'd love to come back – hoping that next time the restrooms will also meet the restaurant's high standards.

Everything was great, food, service, etc.

Perfect service, perfect food! Wonderful. I highly recommend it! Guests are taken seriously and treated with elegance and warmth.

Everything was great, except for the service today. They were simply overwhelmed but still friendly.

For half an hour no one came to take our order. I'm disappointed.

Beautiful restaurant with delicious food and friendly service. Whenever we're in Dresden, we eat here. Whether it's an appetizer, main course, or dessert, everything is delicious. We particularly enjoy the steak and meat dishes. We'd love to come back.

I've rarely eaten such a fantastic steak. The bruschetta with buffalo ham was also a dream. Top-notch service.

We went there for the first time today and were very satisfied overall. Even though we didn't have a table reservation, we were seated immediately. The staff was very friendly, and the food was also very good.

Unfortunately, we were very disappointed this time. We come to Dresden every year and have always been at the Ontario. Unfortunately, we weren't served, so we left the restaurant after 30 minutes. Especially after a guest complained about a cold steak, and the waitress said he had ordered medium rare, which meant the steak wouldn't have been warm. We then decided to try another steakhouse that evening...

It was delicious. Great atmosphere. Thank you.

Cut it short: It tasted freaking good! But don't ask me how it taste while I'm eating it, the amount of food left on the plate tells you that after. The music was also too loud as well.

A great location for cool, personalized drinks. A very relaxed, informal atmosphere with super friendly and attentive service and bartenders. No distance is too far, and every wish is happily fulfilled. Max and Jonas, in the lounge on the first floor, are particularly noteworthy. With lots of fun and humor, the two provide an unforgettable experience.

Yes, it's cozy and nice. The food is good 👍 The prices are reasonable.

Nice staff, everything fresh and delicious

Very pleasant restaurant with friendly service and excellent food. The steaks were delicious 👍

The food was good and reasonably priced. I sat outside. The view of the Frauenkirche is nice, but the seating and tables are a bit uncomfortable.

The waitress looked like she simply didn't feel like working. No smile, no welcome. Mayo was forgotten in the order. A second waiter was asked to bring a tube of mayo, but he couldn't bring it either and simply forgot. The restaurant industry is overwhelmed by small things. Young people need better or different training.

The food was good, but the table selection was a bit limited as we were only able to get a table at short notice.

Nice outdoor atmosphere right next to the Frauenkirche. Service is very quick and attentive. Cocktails are delicious.

We were there last night, delicious food, super friendly staff, and the prices are justified for this quality. We would gladly go back.

A wonderful terrace for a quiet glass of wine overlooking the Frauenkirche. Attentive and friendly service.

A wonderfully located establishment across from Dresden's most famous landmark, the Dresden Frauenkirche. However, this establishment is a tourist scam, boasting attractive happy hour prices of €6.50 for an Aperol spritz. Once the bill arrives, the price jumps to €9!! The arrogant waiter wouldn't listen.

Great food. Top-notch taste. The waiters are friendly, they could listen a little better to what you want to drink, but otherwise very nice.

Not even worth a star! We ordered cheesecake, which was absolutely dry and unfortunately tasted bad. The iced coffee tasted like very strong, stale coffee. When we said we didn't like the cake, the response was, "It's just so-so." We still had to pay for everything. Not worth recommending.

Unfortunately, a completely disappointing visit. The "cheesecake" bore no resemblance to real cheesecake, nor was it moist—instead, it was dry and flavorless. The iced coffee tasted like it was made from stale filter coffee. When we politely asked the server about it, he reacted rudely and immediately blocked us. A return or exchange of the cake was not possible. Unfortunately, we wouldn't recommend it—the price-performance ratio is completely out of proportion.

As for the drinks, there's nothing to complain about. The menu is quite good.

Truly exceptional service, but the food could be a little better. Still, it's worth it if you want a good steak!

Very tasty food. The BBQ corn ribs are my favorite.

The staff was attentive and very polite. The drinks came very quickly, but we had to wait a bit for the food. There was a minor gaffe during one meal, which was rectified immediately. We would eat there again anytime.

Highly recommended! Beautiful location right next to the Frauenkirche. The food is simply fantastic and the service is excellent. Mr. Zink, in particular, is absolutely fantastic!

Unfortunately, a mixed performance, ranging from good to bad. Two people ate okay one day, and the other didn't even know what the word "doneness" was. The service was attentive, but what can you do when a steak is only half eaten? Re-sear it?

Really good food. Very friendly staff, and a menu full of surprises, both in terms of food and drinks.

Very good food, absolutely fantastic location with a direct view of the Frauenkirche. One waiter in particular stood out with his service; fantastic, truly fantastic, a wonderful evening with friends.

This was a spontaneous dinner visit, and I didn't regret it. The menu is so huge, you're spoiled for choice. 😀 The service is friendly and fast, and the value for money is good. I'd be happy to come back. 👍

More than that! If you want to eat damn well and experience fabulous service, head to Ontario.

It's not exactly cheap, but the food is amazing. It was definitely worth it.

We started our visit here and didn't want to leave without a piece of Dresden Eierschecke (dry doughnuts). We enjoyed every second here and had a delicious meal.

We came for a snack. The extremely friendly waiter made everything possible, and we stayed for another drink. Conclusion: very tasty food, great staff! Thank you so much!

A great location, of course, but also top-notch food. The meat was perfectly prepared, beautiful cuts. The waiter was very attentive and regularly checked on us. We had reservations and were seated upstairs: neatly set tables with white linens and matching napkins. I felt a little underdressed, but we were treated just as well as everyone else. It's not cheap, but you can taste that, so we felt it was worth every euro! (55 euros per person, excluding starters and coffee afterward)

A very friendly waiter helped me choose my dish because I couldn't eat much due to a medical issue. This is a great example of a company! Thanks again👏

July 24th, around 5:30 p.m.: 5 tables occupied, 4 servers standing together. Sat down, waited 8 minutes in vain, got up, and left. Thanks for nothing.

Absolutely wonderful food that scratched the BBQ itch I’d had. The outdoor seating was also lovely, right next to the Frauenkirche so the view was stunning. And the staff was incredibly kind and attentive. They make you feel welcome the moment you take your seat. Will definitely stop by again the next time I’m in Dresden!

Highly recommended, great meat, great service

Located right next to the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), the Ontario invites you to linger with its Canadian menu. The service is excellent. Everything tasted superb. The meat was cooked to perfection, and the dessert was a dream. The price is due to the good quality of the meat and the location, so it's perfectly reasonable.

Very good food the service was also very good

Steak house with a good selection of beef, poultry, and fish... the homemade lemonade is highly recommended 🍹

The restaurant thrives on its great location and good food at fair prices. The service could be improved, but they always try hard ;)

Cuando estábamos caminando por la Frauenkirche después de la cena nos dimos cuenta de este restaurante y nos interesamos automáticamente porque somos canadienses. Tienen un bonito patio grande con un montón de asientos dentro y fuera y después de revisar el menú me interesó su opinión sobre el bar Nanaimo. Es seguro decir que estropearon el bar Nanaimo y ese es el aspecto en el que estoy clasificando este restaurante. Entré a pedir una barra de Nanaimo para ir y conseguí lo que yo consideraría algún tipo de pastel de crema - tenían la capa inferior casi correcta, pero la capa superior de chocolate era un poco sin sabor y desmenuzable. La capa media fue la verdadera decepción porque usaron una crema batida espesa en lugar de la crema de vainilla normal, azúcar glas y mantequilla. El restaurante no estaba tan ocupado como otros en la zona y la aparición del bar Nanaimo debería haberme dicho que me alejara. Vi a la señora cortar el postre restante y me dio la mitad notablemente más pequeña también. Mi experiencia podría haber sido mejor y la comida y las bebidas que vi se veían bien, pero me gustaría ir a otro lugar para encontrar un postre después de la cena. Tienen una gran vista de la plaza en el patio, así que creo que habría sido feliz sentado fuera con una bebida.

The wait staff had a bad attitude from the minute I sat down. I accidentally spilled my drink and the waiter tried to hand me the rag? They also didn’t offer a replacement or anything just acted irritated by me. When ordering I got the steak and asked for rosemary fries. The waitress didn’t inform me the rosemary were potatoes not fries and came with potato. When I expressed the error again she was irritable and rude. They charged me for both but by the time payment came I wanted to leave. The steak was not great dry. And they charge extra for ketchup and simple condiments so weird. Honestly I don’t know if they’re just a holes or racist. But will never be going back. The oysters and lemonade were good. But would never reccomend here when there are many other great places to choose from.

Great restaurant, we just had a drink in the evening in a great atmosphere

Very centrally located. Great drink options - fairly good food and service. We went right before or right when they opened so it wasn’t as busy. Food took a while, but it was good. Fairly priced. Worth a visit if you want some burger and Canadian style steakhouse options.

Tragedy, tragic service. Waiter, despite two reminders, brought coffee when we were paying. Waiter very arrogant, food good.

It was pretty good! I will visit 👌🏻

We spontaneously went there for dinner one Saturday evening. Even without a reservation, we were able to get a table as the restaurant was busy. The service was always friendly and prompt. The food was also very tasty and, despite the restaurant being full, we didn't have to wait long.

Fantastic steak tartare for starters, tender entrecôte for the main course – a true explosion of flavor! Beautifully presented, every detail perfect. Incredibly friendly and attentive service – highly recommended!

I ordered a premium rump steak with high expectations. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed. The meat didn't live up to the quality I expected for the price. I ordered it medium and it was served rare. As a steakhouse, you should be able to offer a variety of different levels of doneness. Therefore, unfortunately, I can't recommend it.

Extremely friendly service! Mr. Eulenberger, in particular, stood out for his competence and friendliness. Due to a complete failure of Deutsche Bahn, I didn't arrive in Dresden until 11:20 PM, but I still got an excellent bison meal when I joined my family. I was then able to enjoy it with a delicious whiskey. I was particularly pleasantly surprised by the whiskey selection.

Our visit, with a total of seven people, was attended to to our complete satisfaction by Mr. Eulenberger and his team. Dinner began as scheduled at 8:00 p.m. with six guests present. The quality of the food was consistently of the highest standard. Mr. Eulenberger's expert advice on the individual dishes and the accompanying drinks deserves special mention. A minor mistake in the drink selection—an incorrectly served drink—was corrected promptly and without complications. Due to a massive train delay, the seventh person in our group didn't arrive until around 11:30 p.m., more than three hours after the originally scheduled start time. Despite the kitchen's official opening hours until 11:00 p.m., Mr. Eulenberger still provided the latecomer with a full dinner, including a steak of the same excellent quality as the other guests. Thanks to this commitment, our evening together was able to continue without any loss of quality or atmosphere. Overall, our visit stood out due to the exceptionally high standards of service, quality, and hospitality. A convincing experience in every respect – highly recommended. Clearly top marks!

Visitado alrededor del mediodía. Personal era amable y el servicio rápido. El tártaro fue bien presentador y sirvió perfectamente. Desafortunadamente el aceite de oliva servido además era genérico, no equivalente al sarro. Qué pena. El primer intento de un filete medio raro fue mucho más bien hecho que medio, pero la respuesta de la casa fue un filete en el punto medio raro como se solicitó y la cuenta se redujo. Recomendado, pero ten cuidado!

The steak was okay, the garlic bread was very tasty but quite expensive for a slice of bread. The children's steak was too tough.

Truly a top-notch steakhouse with truly excellent service. We had various steaks and salmon, as well as dessert. All the dishes were excellent. The location, right next to Dresden's most important sights, is, of course, very good.

Very good meat quality and friendly service. Good value for money.

The food, the ambience and the location were really great, but one of the staff was a bit unfriendly; he had probably had a bad day.

Yes, it was absolutely delicious. The service was excellent. The staff were extremely attentive and responded immediately to even the smallest requests. The cleanliness of the restrooms left a lot to be desired, and the handrail on the stairs was sticky. That was a real shame. Unfortunately, it somewhat dampened the overall experience.

This was my first time here, and as a steak lover, I actually wanted to choose the Wagyu steak. However, since I wanted to test whether the restaurant could handle steaks first, I settled for a simple rump steak. I'm attached to the pictures. I'm generally very happy with the steak. I asked for it medium, and that's exactly what it was. The bread and herb butter were also delicious and went well with the steak. I opted for the 300g version and had some game soup beforehand. The game soup was unfortunately not visually appealing. All the ingredients were cooked to perfection, but the soup came in a bowl that didn't look great in itself, and the soup wasn't decorated either. I would have liked at least a sprig of parsley or something else as a topping. I know, this is nitpicking. But they charge high prices here, and I want little things like that, too. Overall, it was a great evening, but due to the price and the lack of decoration, I'm only giving it 4 stars. Because it wasn't perfect.

We had a drink here on the terrace. We didn't find the staff very friendly. Ordering was done quickly, the serving was also quick but when we wanted to pay it took a long time before we could speak to a waiter to pay. Very nice location and the menu looks good

*Very pleasant visit!* I was just at Ontario for a drink. The service was fast, friendly, and attentive. Great atmosphere with a beautiful view – I'd love to go back!

We visited this restaurant in conjunction with a birthday getaway to Saxon Switzerland. The service was first-class. The table was set for us with birthday decorations. As a small gift on the house (that's what we understood), we were given a cocktail of the day in a champagne glass. When the bill came: €9 for 190 ml, I was quite surprised. The portion size is also very modest. Three spoonfuls of mashed potatoes and a few beans with bacon for €5.90 each was quite excessive... The taste was very good. One portion definitely won't fill you up, hence only 3 stars.

We once again thoroughly enjoyed our evening at Ontario. In addition to first-class, very friendly, and extremely attentive service, we enjoyed our delicious meal in a very pleasant atmosphere. A thoroughly successful evening!

The table reservation worked out perfectly, the service was very friendly, and the atmosphere was fantastic. The food was absolutely amazing; the burger, especially the meat, is amazing. Definitely worth every cent, and we'd love to go back!

There is an extensive food and drink menu. The table seats on the second floor are spacious and relaxing. And the food is not that expensive either.

A wonderful evening in Dresden next to the Frauenkirche. The service was very charming and took great care of us. The food was delicious and plentiful. I had a delicious lobster soup followed by a perfectly grilled entrecôte. Thank you for the wonderful evening.

The food wasn't as ordered. It's a shame that you're never seen as a customer, as a person. Then they start arguing, making you feel bad for even saying anything. From then on, you're just ignored because the waiter takes it personally. In the end, the bill was wrong, and we sat there for ages. It's a shame, I wouldn't recommend it.

The steakhouse is centrally located—it really couldn't be more central. You should make a reservation if you're more than four people. The service is top-notch and friendly. We recommend the bison steak and water buffalo.

Beautiful ambiance, meat cooked to perfection. Dessert is also delicious! We'll be back.

The two of us sat on the terrace. We had a beautiful view and the food was delicious. The service was friendly, and the wait for the food wasn't long. The only thing that was a bit annoying were the bells of the Frauenkirche, which were ringing loudly right next door.

Esto es una estafa. 2 euros por todo lo que normalmente estaría incluido. Personal. La gerencia sabe que eso será. Próxima víctima.

Great steakhouse, good selection of steaks, not too extensive a menu, top service, opposite the Frauenkirche.

I had the rumpsteak with a glass of merlot. Both were really great. Definitely recommended!

Mr. Zink is an excellent waiter! He is always friendly, attentive and ensures that you as a guest feel completely comfortable. His quick and courteous manner makes the visit a pleasant experience every time. You don't often find a service like this - absolute recommendation!

Rarely have I seen such friendly staff as there. Everyone is extremely courteous and knows how their job works. Food was great and the ambience was perfect too. Were there several times and would come back at any time.

Very bad experience meat 🥩 ribeye not edible avoid by all meaning only drinks are ok food not good at all

Today we ate burgers, water buffalo and pastured beef. We really wanted to finish it because we just don't like pink meat. It was sometimes very raw. Didn't complain about it, it still worked, but it shouldn't happen. Then the citizens were confused. Simply put it there and we chose the right one based on the list of ingredients. The waiter even offered us an espresso to compensate for the pink meat, very good. But why only 3 stars? 1 star deduction for price/performance. Over €20 for a burger and the taste was ok. No longer. 2nd star deduction for the price of the mayo. €2 for a tablespoon of mayo is really cheeky. Calculate that straight away or just add it in. But something like that isn't okay, and it wasn't communicated. But at least great service and great ambience.

You don't have to say a word about the food - it's terribly bad. Quality of meat mediocre. Waiting time for dessert (cake) 30 minutes. ! With a bill of €120 for two you expect quality and service. Out of the question again.

One of the best restaurants I've had the pleasure of getting to know! The staff is super friendly and gives excellent advice! Individual requests are taken into account and it was a wonderful overall package! We are already looking forward to the next time!

Super great here. I would recommend

Delicious food...well prepared...right next to the Frauenkirche. We sat outside...gorgeous. For dessert I had the creme brulee...size and tasty portion. The staff were very friendly.

I was completely satisfied and the food was really tasty. I will come back when I'm in town.

The food is in a league of its own, everything tasted great and the steaks (flank and wagyu) were exactly as ordered. The side dishes also tasted great. The dessert is also highly recommended. The service provided by Mr. Eulenberger is particularly noteworthy. He knew exactly how to deal with us and our concerns. Very friendly and very attentive. Thank you again at this point. We would love to come back!!!

There were six of us. We waited a long time for the food and the kitchen completely forgot about one meal. Last but not least, there was a fly in our soup.

We spent a lovely afternoon on the terrace and enjoyed the view of the Frauenkirche - the lounge chairs offer a really great place to relax. The waiter was friendly and the service was okay overall. Unfortunately, there was a small misunderstanding when ordering a beer: no question was asked about the size, so we were simply served half a liter. Maybe that's a bit of our fault, but it would have been nice if people had asked questions here. However, the specialty coffee I ordered was disappointing. The cream was completely curdled, which you could see at first glance. Something like this shouldn't be served, especially at this price. So I didn't continue drinking the coffee, which was a shame because otherwise it could have been a nice visit. I hope that more attention is paid to the quality of the drinks here, because that was really a no-go.

Very bad food ! Steak 🥩 was hard like shoes some hard and not comestibles for animals ,the ribeye wasn’t a real ribeye , they explain that maybe someone in kitchen mistaken ! But the customer have to get best service and the meat should be change ! But for them it’s only profit they don’t care your experience even if you paid expensive! Shamful avoid by all meaning

My husband and I were in Ontario today for the first and not the last time ☺️ we had the dry aged porterhouse steak 🤤 super tasty and more than enough for two people 👍👍👍 I can only recommend it.

Delicious, great ambience at the Frauenkirche... Great service, friendly but not intrusive...

This restaurant left us with mixed feelings. On one hand, it’s a cozy and inviting place with a warm atmosphere and a nicely arranged interior — seemingly ideal for a relaxed, enjoyable dinner. On the other hand, organizational issues and service shortcomings noticeably affected the overall experience. We ordered the Rinderfilet, rib-eye steak, and French fries. The fries were genuinely delicious — crispy, fresh, lightly seasoned, and served at the perfect temperature. The steak looked very appetizing: beautifully presented, with a perfect sear on the edges. The first few bites, especially from the outer part, were delightful — tender meat, rich flavor, and a great balance of textures. Unfortunately, that initial enjoyment didn’t last. As we continued to eat, the meat became increasingly tough and flavorless, turning the dish into a disappointment. It honestly felt like we were eating two completely different steaks on the same plate. A major downside was the lack of sufficient staff. Guests who were waiting for a table or to be helped were gathering right next to our table, and at times there were more than ten people standing just a step away from us. This made it hard to enjoy the meal, as the constant presence of waiting guests felt invasive and distracting — more like sitting in a hallway than in a proper dining area. The total bill was €65. This restaurant clearly has potential — the food can be excellent — but it currently lacks attention to detail, especially in terms of service and consistency in food quality. We expected more, and unfortunately, left with less than we had hoped for.

We were here for the third time because we think it's part of a visit to Dresden. The service was very friendly, the view was very good, all in all it's true, BUT the waiting time of about 1.5 hours after the starter for the main course isn't working at all. All the guests who came later and finished before us. We were simply forgotten. The waiter came at some point and said that he would check where our food was because he was uncomfortable and unfortunately that wasn't possible for the price we paid per person. The vegetarian options have also diminished greatly for the first time.

I have never felt so comfortable in a restaurant. The staff here are extremely friendly and accommodating, orders are taken and served quickly. We had lobster soup with shrimp, saddle of elk with bacon beans and sweet potato fries, bison steak with Brussels sprouts and rosemary potatoes. The food was excellent and well seasoned, the meat was cooked to perfection. I would like to pay special attention to the drinks: the Brothers Toffee Apple Cider is a blast! It's really so delicious that we want to have it delivered to us online. The cocktail menu is also great! The cocktails range from classic to extravagant and unusual. The creations are incredibly tasty and absolutely reasonable in price. We had an absolutely lovely evening here. And of course we’d love to come back!

We have spent our New Year's Eve in Ontario for many years now. At the turn of the year 2024/2025 we were very disappointed. A meal was forgotten and a side dish was forgotten at a meal. Then the last round would be initiated at 1:30 a.m. and cashed in shortly before 2 a.m. We had to calculate our own bill. When we left, we read on the door that the restaurant was open until 3 a.m. We ate here again in March and have to say, much better. The service was friendly and competent. The service and food were again excellent. For this reason we are increasing the rating again.

It was a very nice evening with delicious food and very friendly, competent service.

We went here for a snack on a Saturday lunchtime after a visit to the Frauenkirche. We got a place straight away. The staff was very friendly and quick. Everything was very clean and tidy. The food and drinks were very fresh and tasty. Everything was good all around. Highly recommended and gladly again.