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Food - The Lord Nelson, Burlington, ON

The Lord Nelson

4.8 (676)
CAN$30 and under
Steakhouse
650 Plains Road East, Burlington, ON L7T 2E9

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The Lord Nelson

4.8
CAN$30 and under
Steakhouse
Burlington

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Fancy
Established in 1974 The Lord Nelson is serving southern Ontario with the best food, service, and ambiance.
EAT WELL LAUGH OFTEN LIVE LONG

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Lord Nelson.

4.8

4.8
(676)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Halton

    Best Overall

  • Halton

    Best Food

  • Halton

    Best Service

  • Halton

    Good for business meals

  • Halton

    Great for fine wines

  • Halton

    Romantic

  • Halton

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Lord Nelson offers an exceptional dining experience with "top-notch" steaks and professional staff. Renowned for its "exceptional" food and service, the restaurant also delights with "terrific" tableside Caesar salad preparations. While pricey, the ambiance and memorable celebrations make it a favorite for special occasions.
676 Reviews
  1. PAUL

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 8, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was top notch. The steaks we ordered were sent from heaven. Waiters and staff were friendly and professional. Yes the place is expensive but the food quality and how it’s prepared gave us a memorable experience we will not soon forget.

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  2. Helen

    Toronto25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was just perfect!! As always!! Food and services is always exceptional!!

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  3. John Gold

    Toronto13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Lord Nelson's restaurant as always was fantastic. ..jf..

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  4. Crestina

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing evening, and our server, Mike, was outstanding. Don’t miss a beat—the food, ambiance, and service were all top-notch.

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  5. Kelly

    Toronto5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 24, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The pasta is unimpressive. It is a steak house so stick with that. Very pricey but nice service and table side preparations.

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  6. Lisa

    Toronto6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience at TLN. We seem to luck out and get Patrick as our waiter and he never disappoints. The food is always on point and it is a great place to celebrate!!

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  7. Josie

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were pleasantly greeted at the door. We were celebrating my husband's 60th Birthday. The staff was welcoming and very polite. Our waiter was excellent and attentive. The food was beyond perfection. We shared the Caesar sald which was made at our table. Best Caesar salad we've had! We both order the Fillet Mignon and enjoyed every single bit of it. A complimentary slice of cake with a candle was given to my husband which was a nice touch. Definitely recommend šŸ‘Œ

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  8. Gregg Gold

    Toronto12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Arrived on time, the greeting was pleasant. Our table was choice. We had a wine an appetizer. Both were excellent. The lamb was excellent, the filet supreme. I love this restaurant and will return soon.

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  9. Carlo

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was exceptional. The service and ambience was top notch. The food was amazing.

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  10. Hugh Gold

    Toronto17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner. Great food , great atmosphere . Love the ā€˜old school’ touches such as the preparation of the Caesar salad at table side.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

FAQs

The Lord Nelson feels like a classic, elegant steakhouse, attentive service, tableside Caesar preparations, and polished table settings create a warm, celebratory dining room; during the holidays the ceiling is famously hung with ornaments and twinkle lights, and the dining room’s lack of natural windows gives it a cozy, lit-from-within feel.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire; many guests treat visits as special occasions and sometimes dress up a bit for anniversaries or celebrations.

Yes, families dine here regularly and staff are welcoming to children, with multiple guests noting helpful service for little ones and kids who enjoyed their meals and holiday touches.

For a reliably pleasant visit, try weekday lunch (Mon–Fri, 12:00–2:00 pm) or a midweek dinner, several guests specifically praise Wednesday evenings for a special-occasion meal.

The Lord Nelson centers on its main dining room and also offers a back room, booths (including back-corner booths) and a bar area for guests to enjoy.

Wednesday evenings can be a lovely choice, one guest described an anniversary dinner on a Wednesday with wonderful service, delicious food, and a complimentary dessert.

The Lord Nelson is run by John and Vaso, guests frequently note the owners greeting diners and being actively involved in the restaurant.

Portions skew generous, guests report sizable steaks (16 oz and even a 30 oz option), and one review explicitly called the portion sizes ā€œgenerous and satisfying.ā€

Yes, The Lord Nelson is a popular choice for special evenings; guests praise anniversary and Valentine’s dinners, attentive service, and the celebrated table‑side Caesar experience.

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The Lord Nelson

4.8
CAN$30 and under
Steakhouse
Burlington

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
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