Hartley's Tavern

4.7 ( 388 reviews )
Checking... 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$100+
19 Elizabeth St, Picton, ON K0K 2T0, Canada
+1 613-476-8888
Hartley's Tavern, located on Elizabeth Street in picturesque Picton, Ontario, defies its name by offering a fine dining experience reminiscent of an upscale French bistro. Guests rave about the chef's undeniable passion that transpires through each intricately crafted dish. The three-course meal is described as a steal at CA$64, featuring signature items like bison tartare and hanger steak that have left patrons in awe, attributing their quality to top-tier establishments across Canada and Europe. The atmosphere at Hartley's is elegant yet cozy, making it ideal for intimate dinners or special occasions. Reviewers have highlighted the exceptional service—professional, attentive, and unobtrusive—adding to the dining experience. Starter favorites include mushrooms on toast and braised rabbit salad, with exquisite desserts like the chocolate stout cake earning accolades. While it can get lively with larger groups, contributing to a bustling environment, many diners confirm that the quality of food and service remains impeccable. The creaminess of the crème brûlée and the innovative blue berry tart with a buckwheat crust provide a delightful end to an unforgettable meal. Hartley’s Tavern is not just a meal; it's an experience that leaves you eager to return.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • From the business
    • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has great wine list
    • Has live music
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Hartley's Tavern

jm
Jun 4,2025
ABSOLUTELY MUST TRY RESTAURANT IF YOU ARE IN THE AREA! Don't be turned off by the name... this is definitely not a tavern, more like a very high end French bistro. The chef owner is absolutely obsessively passionate about the creation of each dish and it's execution. Each dish is a flabbergasting experience. When receiving a new wave of dishes we said wow I don't know how many times. We're from Montreal and we had dinners at amazing restaurants all over Canada and Europe and this one ranks right up there with the best. At 64 for the three course meal it is simply a steal. We highly recommend the bison tartare, the souffle, the venison and the hanger steak (ranks way up there as one of the best steaks I ever had). We actually loved this place so much that we canceled our reservation in another restaurant to eat there again on our two day stay in Picton. Service is also very attentive, supremely professional without being intrusive. My only recommendation to the chef owner is to change the restaurant name to Hartley's Bistro as I suspect that potential clients may simply pass when they read "tavern" without taking the time to read the reviews.
Anthony Ceretti
May 9,2025
My wife and I had a very nice experience at Hartleys. The service was not overly warm but extremely professional, organized, and welcoming enough, and the staff was very much on top of things. The decor and atmosphere created seemed like it could be very calming and intimate on the right night. During our visit, there were a couple of larger groups that were very loud and took that away from that a little, but that is not necessarily a reflection of the establishment. The food was a pleasant surprise. The recommendations from the waiter were spot on. The mushrooms on toast were such a nice starter. Very delicious and elegant. Robbys Fish was so perfectly prepared and flavoured. We loved it. The creme brulee, exceptional. We will definitely look forward to trying it again .
Britt Garland
May 1,2025
One of our favourite places. Always delicious food and impeccable service. There are bigger plate options, as well as a very reasonably priced snack menu.
Roman Demine
Apr 26,2025
We were there for the Countylicious set menu dinner. What an experience. The quality and the originality of the dishes is out of this world. The atmosphere and the service were on point. 5 stars
Paolo V
Apr 24,2025
Visited in May 2025. Great place! The restaurant is small and cozy, just off the main road. We ordered the Florentine Steak, which was so good. It comes with four sides, and we found it to be a perfect amount for two people. We knew it would be on the pricier side, but it was worth it. The food is great, the atmosphere is nice, and the service is very friendly. I can't wait to come back to try their other menu items!
Tetiana Korniienko
Apr 22,2025
We had an amazing dinner at Hartley’s Tavern. The oysters were incredibly fresh, bursting with flavor, and perfectly chilled. They were some of the best I've had! The bison tartare was also a standout dish, beautifully seasoned and tender, with a unique and rich taste. Highly recommend both for an unforgettable dining experience!
Kelly I
Mar 30,2025
Excellent restaurant! The meat was absolutely tender, and the sauce that accompanied the steak was delicious and full of flavour. The sizes were delicious, and cooked perfectly. The salad was also full of flavour. In fact, I started making the salads like this as an appetizer when I receive guests. You have to try this restaurant. You're paying for the excellent quality of food and service.
Dan G.
Feb 27,2025
Went there with some friends for dinner during county-licious. We'd not been before but will say that everyone really enjoyed the experience. The special menu had many great choices of one time features and favorites from the past to showcase their fantastic, always changing menu, at a reasonable price. Go there. Eat there. LOVE IT THERE!

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