As someone who has worked in the restaurant industry, I deeply appreciate the challenges of running a great establishment, and I always try to be an understanding and supportive patron—especially when it comes to restaurants that offer gluten-free options. I was hopeful about dining at Bramble, but unfortunately, my experience fell short of expectations.
While I’m grateful that the menu includes gluten-free items, I found it quite difficult to navigate as someone with dietary restrictions. Several items were either incorrectly marked or not marked at all, leading to confusion. Thankfully, our server was very knowledgeable and clarified that both the bacon and breakfast potatoes—listed as gluten-free—actually were not. This kind of inconsistency can be risky and is something I hope the restaurant will address.
I ordered the Cowboy Omelette, which was just okay in taste and fairly small in portion. Since the potatoes weren’t safe for me to eat, I substituted them with fresh fruit. Unfortunately, the fruit was not fresh at all—it tasted borderline fermented and was very hard. I couldn’t eat it, and I was surprised to find there was a $3 upcharge for the substitution.
All in all, I paid $18 before tax for a mediocre omelette and inedible fruit. In my opinion, the value didn’t match the price. On a positive note, the atmosphere was enjoyable and the restaurant seemed popular, so clearly it resonates with many guests.
I don’t usually write negative reviews because I understand how impactful they can be for local businesses. However, I felt this feedback might be helpful—particularly for those who rely on accurate gluten-free options. I hope Bramble takes this as constructive input and continues to improve, because I believe it has great potential.