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I can't thank you enough for your effort to make our Retirement Party a tremendous success.  I've received so much positive feedback on the venue, food, service etc. from the other attendees.  I can assure you  that you haven't seen the last of Mead Johnson!!!

I truly appreciate your support as you made it very easy for me to host the event. 

Thanks again ... it was a wonderful evening and I couldn't be happier with our choice in venue.  I would be happy to act as a recommendation for any of your future customers.
Dana Atkinson visited on 2010-05-17

The meal and service was outstanding. The experience was as warm and comfortable as my first visit! I want to thank you again, for the extremely generous gesture. It was not necessary and completely above and beyaond what I would expect from any business owner. Please share my sentiments with Debi as well. My friends/colleagues were very pleased with the food, service and over-all experience. Your place will be a "first choice" on my list for fine dining.
Tim Denoyer visited on 2010-05-12

We had a wonderful Mother's Day! Lovely food
The Bijczak's visited on 2010-05-10

Another delicious dining experience. It's my fourth time, and always feeling welcomed
Paula visited on 2010-05-09

We enjoyed ourselves. The food was awsome & the deserts amazing. This was our first time here. The service was impecable. Merci
visited on 2010-05-09

A truly wonderful expereince, service, meal and servers. Definitely will make the visit again. Thank you for a memorable experience.
Lillian visited on 2010-05-09

Second visit and my first-ever 5 stars rating.

We returned on a weeknight to discover Aggie was presenting a special French regional celebration of the Mediterranean department of Languedoc-Roussilon in addition to her regular menu. Having already been impressed with their formidable culinary skills we trusted them to delight us again. In addition, we were provide with sample tasting flights of wines being considered for their new wine list. Bonus!

Our dinner began with a complimentary flute of Champagne which never fails to predispose these two diners to an optimistic outlook on the evening ahead, We started with the Bouillinada which could be best described as Bouillibaisse-light. It was a nicely reduced seafood stock redolent with herbal notes with bits of seafood, so pleasingly different from the rustic fare restaurants too frequently offer under that name.

Our main of Poulet aux Citron et Vieux Banyuls was particularly  interesting. I suspect that regular dining at Aggie's can be the equivalent of gaining a postgraduate degree in the more obscure elements of French regional cuisines. Those serious vinophile Yelpers among us who are knowledgeable in the wines of France will know that Banyuls is a heavily fruited wine whose incomplete fermentation results in a sweet nouveau-like yet elegantly aged product similar to Port. Described on the menu as chicken prepared in the Catalane style we were prepared for the typically Spanish influenced garlicky rendering. Instead, and true to their chef's delicate approach, we enjoyed an amazingly plump and moist supreme napped with a lightly fruited sauce with gentle tones of lemon and garlic. Clearly a best ever.

We are also learning that Aggie's sides can be just as interesting as her mains. The chicken was supported by a pyramid of brunoise-cut  potatoes with flecks of black olive that the menu unjustly demeaned  as a hash. No hash I have ever had before was quite so elegant and pleasing.

...We were served by a thoroughly competent and personable young lady. Clearly well trained and someone who brings her own sunshine to work, she created a beautifully relaxing evening for us.

Based on this visit we well may have a new favourite restaurant. We'll keep you posted on further experiences.
Frank O visited on 2010-04-29

Kevin was amazing last week. Everybody at our dinner party thought he was wonderful. Not only did you make a great meal for us, but he also described what he had made in great detail including where they come from and how some of the ingredients are made.
Art Robinson winner "Ultimate Date" 2010-04-23

A new standard was set on Sunday. Everyone was impressed! Thanks.
David Lehtovaara visited on 2010-04-18

The evening was just great.  Everyone enjoyed themselves especially my father (he is a very picky eater so to find somewhere where he is satisfied is usually difficult).  The waitress we had was excellent as well.
Helen Kistner visited on 2010-03-21

The "Rebirth" of old downtown Brampton is centered around Aggie Martin, and, if you've had dinner here...you'll understand
Michael Avis visisted on 2010-03-20

Very good food, service and European style place.
Piotr Hoffman visited on 2010-03-19

'The Best' restaurant in Brampton.
Breana Watt visited on 2010-03-19

Our meals brought back wonderful memories of our trip to France! Thank you for your super service.
Stephanie & Victor Szumlanski visited on 2010-03-04

We greatly enjoyed our dinner at Aggie Martin on Saturday.  We truly appreciate your providing a peanut/nut free dessert for our son - he loved the chocolate torte.  He very rarely gets to eat dessert when we eat out - it's just too risky.  Thanks, again, for a delightful and delicious evening.
Oksanna Crawley visited on 2010-02-20

Wonderful meal, ambiance and service. Thank You!
Matti Bower (Mayor Miami Beach) visited 2010-02-20

Merci beaucoup. The lunch was tres biens....and magnifique, in other words "delicious". Good mimosa too, and professionally presented and served. In other words, we really enjoyed it. Many thanks.
Gordon Coyne visited on 2010-02-14

We had an awesome time.  Food was amazing, as usual.  Thank you very much for your hospitality, and for the tix!  We will certainly be going by the restaurant after the show.
Daniel Botelho visited on 2010-01-30

Roksanne was a terrific host. Introduced us to new martinis and the food was superb. It is now our new favorite.
Alex Mowat visited on 2010-01-24

Fresh salads with perfect crunchy additionals ingredients. Spinach wladorf style or green salads both winners. Peppercorn steak and lamb both cooked to perfection and well presented. Delicious coffee...When theatre crowd is in, the lack of curtains and hard floor makes it a little noisy. Dine later and it's like you are in the 14ieme arrondisement in Paris.
Robert Caille visited on 2010-01-09

Michael and I just want you all to know we all had a fantastic New Year's Eve at your restaurant. In fact it was quite the best New Year we have had in a long long time. Food was excellent, service outstanding, great atmosphere and tons of fun. My favorite table as well. Thank you and all your great staff for a very memorable evening. See you soon.........We hope.
Jane and Michael visited 2009-12-31

Just thought I'd let you know that we all had a fantastic dinner on Friday night!  The food was deeeeeliceeeeous! :) Thank you so much! BTW, our server, I apologize but I can't remember her name, was incredible.  Enthusiastic, efficient, friendly - just great! And we'll see you soon (I must bring my parents very early in the New Year
Despina Spencer-Cecutti visited 2009-12-21

10 of us for dinner, the week before Christmas. Food was excellent, service was excellent, atmosphere was good! All in all, very happy and will definitely return. Just one thing, I wish the menu had a pasta dish - I understand its a french restaurant, but sometimes, you feel like pasta!
Anonymous visited 2009-12

We just got home from a wonderful dinner:)  I just wanted to say thanks, for the service, the food and the incredible evening...we'll be back very soon:) <
Christine & James Steel visited on 2009-12-17

OMG! Breakfast from heaven! You're amazing!
P & E Falconi visited on 2009-12-13

Excellent service with great food. Thank you!
Hong N. visited on 2009-12-09

Creme Brulees was heaven on a plate!
B & B visited on 2009-11-28

I had placed a reservation for this restaurant following the great reviews I had read on this website. The reservation was for a Friday evening at around 8 P.M, for a group of 4. We arrived on time, and were promptly seated by a charming waitress. Although we were missing two people from our party, our waitress brought us our drinks (and even let me sample the house syrah before ordering) and said that she could bring out the other persons' drinks when they arrived (we had told her what they wanted). She was extremely helpful throughout the entire meal. After we had placed our meal orders, we were serenaded by a French duo on violin and acordian. The meal was phenomenal, the service was exceptional and we were even treated to a visit from Santa at the end! Truly a lovely evening, and the boyfriend has happily agreed to bring me there in the future.
Anonymous visted on 2009-11

Thanks for the great breakfast!
Santa visited on 2009-11-28

Classic French dishes that are hard to find in Toronto (let alone Brampton). A nice decor, a compete menu (expect $25+ dishes) with great choices from start to finish. The service is not as well refined, but try to look past this for one of the best meals in town.
Michael D. vistied on 2009-11-22

Everything was wonderful. The meal was great and the servers were friendly and accommodating. Thank you so much again for making this field trip possible!... People like you make the world a better place! I am so thankful for all your help in the organization of our field trip. You've been wonderful!
Irit visited on 2009-11-07

My Husband and I stopped here for lunch the other day and all I have to say is WOW!

All their food is made from scratch. We started with the tomato puree and it was hearty and delightful! I am still craving it and will definitely be getting that soup for take out soon.

Our soup was followed by the calamari with red pepper sauce. Excellent! I liked that sauce so much that I asked for some to be served with my main meal.

I had sole (fish) and my husband had the veal brisket. My fish was excellent, light and buttery just how I like it. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his sandwich.

Our server was very attentive and made us feel special. I don't eat starch and the waiter was very good about suggesting my side dish. The restaurant reminds me to a placed I dined in when I was in Paris. We will be coming back for sure!
Anonymous visited 2009-10-15

I just wanted to drop a note saying how wonderful our brunch was on Sunday , The French toast – awesome. The smoked salmon – Superb and my eggs Benedict was delicious. Your roast potatoes were fantastic. To top of the great food ,was a friendly sincere  hostess  who made us feel special.
I just need to find an excuse to be in town for your Scotch tasting
Stephen Ward visited 2009-11-01

  

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 Celebrity designed and French inspired
By Marie Nicola
October 20, 2009

Aggie Martin, on Brampton’s Main Street, is one of the city’s only French restaurants and probably the most famous to boot. After an episode of Restaurant Makeover, this Brampton brasserie had heralded the touch of celebrity designer Glen Peloso. Now a new makeover has taken place. Already possessing a reputation as one of the better French restaurants in the GTA, Debi Vance and her team have decided to go further and introduce a made to order, pan-France menu.

On this evening, the restaurant is packed, including the two large harvest tables in the center of the room. Every which way I turn is another vignette suitable for an impressionist painting – especially the charismatic owner, Debi Vance.

The food at Aggie Martin is enticingly good. A well thought out attention to details pays homage to the foundations of French cuisine and introduces a rare rustic hominess to each dish. The new menu features dishes from various regions of France and articulates the culinary influences, from the Italian influence of Corsica to the German influence in Alsace and everything in between. “France is so diverse,” shared Debi, “There’s influences from different parts of Europe that is seen in the cuisine… I wanted a menu that showed this diversity.”

Appetizers are mouthwatering amuse-bouches here. Escargots à la Persillade ($9.50) are morsels of butter kissed snails that rest atop potato shells; grilled Calamari / Les Encornets ($10) are tender and fresh; Saint-Jacques ($12) shrimp and scallops in light anise liqueur cream were not over done in flavour or preparation; Pâté de Campagne ($11) is a country style pâté with a coarse texture; the lard fumé was present and indicated the chefs know the devil is in the details with French cuisine.

Entrees arrived one after the other, as Debi (our gracious host) filled our table with the best the kitchen had to offer. Servers Mike and Chris waltzed us through smoky Cassoulet ($27.95) with duck leg confit. The duck was suitably rich, however, the skin not as crisp as I would like. However, the stew of haricots blanc with sausage had a decadent smokiness akin to being slow cooked over a wood fired flame. Escalope de Veau au Citron ($19.95) was a tender, thinly pounded portion of veal in a light sauce; Crêpe de Homard ($32) was a crisp crêpe shell which encased a beautiful lobster tail. However, the show stopper was the perfect in every way Bouillabaisse ($28)! A hauntingly rich buttery broth houses white fish, large shrimp and tender scallops, light yet filling served in generous portions, this is a classic dish that should never leave the menu.

Dessert was equally impressive, flourless chocolate cake with roast banana ice cream over shadowed, the creamy crème brûlée with the crisp caramelized sugar crust as well as the tangy lemon tart pleasantly puckering lemon curd.

However, when all was said and done we couldn’t remove the memory of the pâté, the bouillabaisse or the chocolate cake from our minds. It is a guarantee we will be paying Debi another visit, her new menu is on point for anyone who craves the authentic flair of true French classics. With the added bonus of an upstairs, the venue is also flexible for private or corporate entertaining, which is ideal now that we’re coming into the holiday season.

An evening here will take diners from beneath the chandelier light to the coasts of France with a simple flip of the menu. That’s what makes Aggie Martin Brampton’s local gem and a destination in itself.

 

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We cannot begin to express how grateful we are for everything you did for us on our wedding day. We were so happy with how everything went. It was absolutely perfect and everything we were hoping our wedding would be. You are all amazing people and thank you again for everything. If I could do it all over again, I would not change a thing.
Andrew and Christina Webster vistied on 2009-10-18

My Husband and I stopped here for lunch the other day and all I have to say is WOW!

All their food is made from scratch. We started with the tomato puree and it was hearty and delightful! I am still craving it and will definitely be getting that soup for take out soon.

Our soup was followed by the calamari with red pepper sauce. Excellent! I liked that sauce so much that I asked for some to be served with my main meal.

I had sole (fish) and my husband had the veal brisket. My fish was excellent, light and buttery just how I like it. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his sandwich.

Our server was very attentive and made us feel special. I don't eat starch and the waiter was very good about suggesting my side dish. The restaurant reminds me to a placed I dined in when I was in Paris. We will be coming back for sure!
Jan D. visited on 2009-10-15

I was surprised to find a restaurant this nice in Brampton. The decor was nice, and the balladiers were a cute touch. While the place could accomodate more seats, it was good to not be shoulder to shoulder with other diners. Overall a great dining experience with good food (amazing soup!), good portions, decent service and a welcome reception from the owner / managers. My wife and I will definitely return.
Padraic McCausland visited on 2009-10-02

Oh what a night!!!! A very close group of friends and family attended an extremely special function at Aggie Martin on Saturday, September 19, 2009.The welcome we all received from both Debbie and Bill and all the staff was wonderful. Due to the large group involved, we were given tables at an excellent place within the quaint restaurant where our louder than normal chatting and laughter could be minimal disturbance to other patrons. The set-up was fantastic. The service was great, the food extremely tasty and the patience and hospitality of all staff was amazing. The music was fabulous as well, enabling us to dance and enjoy ourselves to the fullest. An excellent time was had by all, and I would recommend the "Aggie Martin" experience to anyone. Thank you Debbie, Bill and staff for being a huge part of a very memorible evening.
Sharon Cole visited on 2009-09-19

We had an incredible 37th anniversary dinner last night at Aggie Martin. The service was impeccable, the entrees absolutely delicious, and the dessert ...... well we are still raving about it! Thank you so much!
Diane Meitner visited on 2009-08-06

Went there for my birthday dinner. It wasn't very busy but I guess it wasn't a theater night. The waitress seated us right away and let us know the specials. We ordered the Brie in pastry, grilled calamari, white veal and filet mignoin. Everything was really good and the wine pairings were excellent with each course! My boyfriend had mentioned casually when we came in that it was my birthday and after our meal the waitress came out with a slice of their chocolate torte and homemade banana ice cream with a candle and happy birthday written in chocolate sauce. I was wondering why they didn't take a dessert order! I'd go back!
Kate Creary visited on 2009-07-05

BEST IN PEEL While I was warned not to review this reataurant as a 9 (or the review would not be taken seriously), I must admit it should be a 10! The only negative about Aggie Martin is that the facilites are upstairs. That's it. This is everything a restaurant should be. So try it for yourself.
Chef School visited on 2009-05-11

Saturday evening at 6pm we drove by not expecting to see it empty. We didn't have a reservation but were accomodated. I believe there was no events scheduled for The Rose theatre this evening so we got lucky. Normally you have to book well in advance for a table, especially on a theatre night.

My wife had grilled calamari which was a special. It was fantastic! One of the best I've every tasted (that's all I could get from her, a taste). Her main was an Angus 10 oz sirloin steak with a brandy sauce, a bit over the med-rare request but otherwise good.

I started with the warm frisse salad with what seemed like a very heavy goat cheese dressing. The flavours were there but I think less would have been more and served the chevre on the side instead. :). The rack of lamb was cooked perfectly med-rare crusted with a mustard crumb coating. Both our veg were fine each the same with a summer medley avec roasted potates too.
tospike visited on 2009-07

I happened to be in the city and saw a Toronto Star review for Aggie Martin so we decided to stop on the way home and experience a brief visit to France.
I read the review, so my expectations were high. The only thing I could add is I don't know why they lost half a star. This restaurant should have had 4 stars. From the food, service and ambiance you do feel like you are in France. And they were right about Debbie. She glides through the room making everyone feel comfortable. When she is talking to you, you feel like the most important person in the restaurant. The lamb was the best I have had.
Niagra1957 visted on 2009-07

 

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Take a century-old hardware store, plaster its walls with sundry French kitsch and the result – sassy Aggie Martin – c'est magnifique.

Its creator and owner, Debi Vance, embodies the same flair.

She strides when she walks, delights in every new customer and has enough fire in her belly to pull off such a stunt. "I just love French stuff," she exclaims.

First floor is a single big room outfitted in classic red drapes, wall clocks set to the current time in France, gothic wood-framed mirrors and multiple dangling chandeliers. Parisian panache is amplified by a tin-backed bar and an original 1860s stamped tin ceiling.

Ascend the creaky staircase to find a private group dining area and cut-out images of cheeky girls in ruffled skirts dancing on the door of the women's restroom, all the while mesmerized by Edith Piaf's enchanting voice.

The restaurant may eventually be moving to another location, maintaining the same eclectic look.

ON THE PLATE: Plan to order one of Aggie's menu-recommended wines upon being seated because the meal, always made fresh to order, takes some time to prepare.

A garlic and parsley butter-laden boat of succulent snails perching on red potatoes, sans shells, makes for a superb starter called escargots à la persillade ($9.50). Shrimp and scallops Saint-Jacques are bathed in a mild Sambuca cream sauce and paired with flaky puff pastry ($12).

Though plain in presentation, hachis Parmentier ($16.50), a savory lamb casserole with mashed potato lid, is delightfully comforting. Another safe bet is crêpe au poulet Riviera ($17.50), a single large roll stuffed with sautéed chicken, peas and aged cheddar sauce and topped with a fine béchamel sauce.

For a lighter meal, the mille-feuille de saumon ($26) features a slab of poached fish and pastry all drizzled with cranberry-brandy butter glaze. That dish would have made it three for three, except for a bit of rot inside a potato served on the side.

SECOND HELPINGS: Coq au vin ($23.50) take richness to new heights with a huge portion of red wine-soaked bird. A sure-fire hit, soon to be served on a newly designed menu that will include Italian-inspired fare, is the veal roulade ($28).

Prepared one night to gauge crowd reaction, the tender meat stuffed with roasted red pepper and goat's cheese alongside three booze-infused tiger shrimp wins over tout le monde.

TAKE A PASS: The warm, wholesome aroma of smoked bacon can't disguise wilting greens nearly ruined by too much dressing on salade frisée aux lardons ($13).

AT YOUR SERVICE: A single server often scurries through the expansive room, catering to every table with surprising calm. When Vance appears to chat with patrons, her exuberance pushes a great meal into stellar territory.

EXTRAS: Fresh bread takes awhile to arrive. One Saturday evening, a vocalist and pianist entertained with soulful songs.

PRICE RANGE: Appetizers $7 to $13, entrees $16.50 to $29.

BOTTOM LINE: Aggie offers a sumptuous, sophisticated night on the town that's bound to evoke longings for the City of Light.

Stars awarded for food, service and atmosphere. Reviews based on two anonymous visits paid for by the Toronto Star.

 I would like to book your restaurant for Craig's 40th birthday - when he threw me my 40th at your wonderful restaurant, it was one of the most memorable moments of my life. I know he loves your place and feels comfortable there
Rosemary visited on 2009-05-02

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As urbanites who recently became suburbanites, we thought we would never have a really great meal out again without a trek to the city. Aggie Martin is a little jewel in the middle of the otherwise-nondescript downtown core of Brampton. Delicious food, a decent wine list, exceptional service and perfect live music (a French violin/accordion combo the last time we were there). The ambience is lovely - very Niagara-on-the-Lake. Try it - you won't be disappointed
Anonymous visited on 2009-04-17

Just wanted to say thanks for a great experience last night. The food, the wine, the music, the service - it was all so good and my date and I enjoyed ourselves very much! Bravo!
Marilyn visited on 2009-04-02

Aggie Martin in downtown Brampton has become a very good restaurant. We stopped in for lunch and enjoyed the food, the service was very good, and felt that the restaurant had matured - the decor fits now, and it has shed that 'starting out' feel. Well done
Anonymous visited on 2009-03-23

I LOVED AGGIE MARTIN and I can't wait to go back again.... he and I had a fabulous evening. We even missed the play we were going to see because we ate and drank so much!
Deborah Knight visited on 2009-03-11


I just thought I would, once again, tell you how amazing dinner was last night.Sherry the officiant is from Caledon but comes to the Rose and says she will definitely come for dinner again. Your hospitality was first class.
Elaine Moore, visited on 2009-03-10


The visit was wonderful. It was a new experience for many of our students and they were willing to try new things. Your restaurant is absolutely beautiful inside and I look forward to visiting again on my own with friends and trying other options on your menu. I hope that this field trip can be continued in future years with other French classes that I teach.
Mme Leanne Garthson, visited 209-03-09


The meal was delicious. Thanks to Steve for accomodating the special request. We had a very enjoyable lunch.
Amala Jayatilleke, visited on 2009-03-06


We had a lovely evening and will tell our friends about you.
Diane, visited on 2009-02-21


Dinner Saturday night was great!!!!!!! My sister inlaw is very particular about her food and the chicken cordon-blue blew her away!!!
Dick Weytze, visited on 2009-02-14

Just wanted to thank you a great dinner on Valentines. Wendy and I really enjoyed ourselves. Food, service and entertainment were great. I've been receiving e-mails from your for awhile now. It was the menu that really sold me and that I wanted to try some place new. We were not disappointed. Thank you for a memorable Valentines
Robert Cuyming, visited on 2009-02-14

A group of 6 of us went to dinner at Aggie Martin last Friday ad it was one of the best meals I've had in Brampton. This place used to be a cafe and clothing store until Restaurant Makeover came in and turned it into a french restaurant. Out of our group we had chateau briand, lamb chops and a stuffed chicken as well as escargot and a special salad for appies. Lamb chops were excellent and everyone raved about there meals. Nothing overly pricey, chops were $29 and it was a good portion. Wine selection was very good as well. The only con was that the mixed drinks were $8 each which thought was a bit high for a Brampton restaurant but it's a minor quibble.
Highly recommend for anyone in the area.
Anonymous, visited on 2009-02-07

Debi and Bill thank you so much for all your effort and planning of the baby shower for my daughter in law. The event was flawless.

All of the guests commented on the wonderful ambiance and how cozy your restaurant is. Chef Steve and the kitchen staff outdid themselves with the sublime flavours and the spectaculour presentation of the "amuse bouche" as well as all the goodies on the buffet. Candace did a magnificent job on the cake that was beautiful to look at as well as delicious to eat! Michael, Amy and the other wait staff were so attentive with every guest, they are true professionals Every aspect was perfect! look forward to planning more family events with you in the future.
Debbie Jones, visited on 2009-01-25

What a night, bringing in 2009 with you guy’s was the very classiest and most splendid New Years Eve I have ever had.The food, the music, the ambience and the best of hosts what an evening. Who could ask for more? I had a blast! Thank you so so much.
Susan DiMarco, visited on 2008-12-31

Hello, this is Jay McIlwain from the Trent Reschney Quintet (new years eve drummer). I just wanted to thank everyone at Aggie Martin for everything. The food was great and the service was amazing. I think our server was Victoria. She was very friendly. I'm not used to being treated that well while playing in restaurants and clubs! It makes a big difference! I hope everyone enjoyed the evening
Jay McIlwain, visited on 2008-12-31

I just wanted to send a quick note to say thank you for a delightful dinner on Friday December 19th., amid the snowstorm! Plans for my husband's 50th were cancelled due to the snow, and sitting in the cozy atmosphere of Aggie Martin was just what we needed! Not to mention the amazing chocolate dessert...Our server was also alot of fun and helped to make the evening a memorable one! Thank you again, and Merry Christmas! We look forward to our next night out at Aggie Martin. Cheers!
Mary Ann & Steve Allin, visited on 2008-12-19

 

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