Didn't stay at hotel. Customer service was amazing. there was an error in the online reservation, we had 8 but apparently we missed that the online booking was only 2. They accommodated us anyway. There was a delay in our groups food but they made it up to us. Amazing selection of gluten free and Vegan/vegetarian food. 5/5 would go back thanks for a great time.
Avery was a fantastic server. We were a large group and she was very communicative and helpful. Food was delicious especially the mushroom risotto!
We had a pescitarian and a gluten free diner with us and they were both happy with their meals
Braai Bar atmosphere is incredible, as well as the service.
My partner and I went to Stratford Festival (August 31st)and between the matinee show and the night show we booked a table at the bar. Our table was initially to dine indoors but the hostess kindly rearranged our reservation and had us sit on the patio.
We decided to book a table at the Braai Bar because I'm vegan and we wanted to make sure we went to a place where we could both enjoy the meal. Braai Bar sounded like the perfect spot, as on the first page of the website you have "Our talented team have curated a bar menu that will leave you wanting to try every dish. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, gluten free or a carnivore, we have something for everyone". My partner called the restaurant Friday night to confirm whether there'd be vegan options, which was confirmed.
When the server gave us the menu, I couldn't find many vegan options. More precisely, the only vegan option they had was the Hippy Bowl and 2 vegan salads (options that were not originally in the menu but could be made vegan since I asked).
Since we had the table booked already and had a limited time between the shows, we ordered drinks, a tomato salad (really good!) as a starter and the main dishes - Hippy Bowl for me and a steak for my partner.
I don't have words to describe the Hippy Bowl. That was EXTREMELY disappointing. The Hippy Bowl was essentially a quinoa salad with vegetables. No dressing, no further preparation, no taste. And $23! I couldn't eat half of the bowl because how tasteless it was. My partner is an excellent cook so we asked for a take-out container and brought it home to use the leftovers for something else (picture attached of the delicious vegan sandwich he made with it).
We had a show to attend at 8pm, and would get home (Toronto) only around 1am. Therefore we had to stop by at a vegan diner in town to get me another meal (more $).
I understand the Braai Bar menu is focused on steak. However, when you advertise you have options for everyone, including vegans, the customer expects a dish that at least requires more preparation rather than throwing vegetables into a bowl. We all know that Vegan cuisine can be more than just plain vegetables.
It was extremely disappointing, considering the place is awesome, the service, and the patio is lovely.
I'm not the one to leave bad reviews or express my disappointment. I know vegan cuisine is still on the rise and places are getting used to having vegan clients and catering to them. This is feedback for a place that has potential and I would love to return to and have reasonable options with substance (e.g. pasta, risotto, flame roasted hearty vegetables, toasted crostini with heirloom tomatoes and balsamic reduction. For dessert: vegan chocolate cake, cookie, sorbet).
Thank you!
We did the Pasta Tuesday deal. I had my fav Jambalaya Fettuccine my better half had alfredo gluten free pasta. Both meals were excellent. Our first time at this Boston Pizza, we will be back.
Great family restaurant! They have full renovated both the inside and out and man does it look incredible! It does not compare to the old style at all. This new renovation brings it to a whole new level. Server was fantastic! Always was checking on us to make sure everything was good. We were greeted as soon as we got in and were seated immediately. The food was great as well. They also have some Gluten Friendly options which is a major plus.
Accommodating Gluten-Free