They're open for summer (patio) season from May long weekend (a few days earlier) until Thanksgiving long weekend. And it's great that they provide summer jobs for students, as mist of their staff are younger generations. It's a nice place to sit down, relax and enjoy a bite or some drinks and also the view. They also have tables inside and you're not obligated to sit on the patio. Their menu includes small bites, seafood options, salads and bowls, sandwiches, pizza and desserts. We ordered "Baja Fish Tacos", "Cheeseburgers Loaded Fries", and "Shrimp Gyoza" and of course cocktails. The food was fresh and delicious. The service can be slow from time to time. read more

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Service was incredibly slow (drinks, putting in an order, etc.) This joint needs to contact their HVAC company. The indoor dining is a polar vortex and intolerable for an entire meal. My limbs, hands, nose, etc. were ice cold 30min into our dining experience. I could have used a heated blanket or snow suit to dine this place. We brought it up to staff and they basically brushed it off and said they were hot so "too bad." Ordered oysters and they came out completely submerged underwater. No joke, my oysters were floating in a pool. I think they let them sit in the kitchen for a while before they came out. Considered asking for a fresh order (and they offered) but was worried they would just replate them. Asked for them to be removed from the bill. Not in any hurry to come back... like anytime in the next 8-10yrs. If there was a manger around (never saw one - bunch of kids working), maybe it would be better? Who is the adult in charge at this place? Don't waste your time or money. I hope I don't have the double dragon tonight when I get home. read more

View and food very good. Go only if you have lots of time as service is very poor. Our waitress was very slow to bring the drinks and also very forgetful. Our experience could have been better with a more experienced wait staff. read more

Lakeside dining. With the warmer weather approaching, Brontë Boathouse has a lovely restaurant with patio overlooking the lake. I've had several lunches here and always look forward to their Chicken Club sandwich with a side salad (you can choose from other sides as well). The sandwich comes with a generous portion of juicy chicken, bacon, cheddar cheese, avocado smash and chive aioli on sourdough bread. Every bite melts in your mouth! The Baja Fish Taco is very good too, with a lightly battered crispy haddock, pineapple pico de gallo, and a few other fixings. Sometimes I share my meal with my partner so I can try different foods. Service is prompt. The patio and restaurant gets busy in the summer so a reservation is recommended. read more

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This experience was way below par and that's a first for me at this location The location is amazing being right on the Bronte harbour front but the setting and the ambience can only do that much for a restaurant when the food doesn't match up In summary what I'd recommend are the starters and anything from the sushi section.... But stay away from the chicken club, fish tacos, lobster roll... Best way to go imo: order multiple starters and make a meal out of that read more

Bronte Boathouse - Indoor dining area - Bars Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

A gorgeous setting for a special night out! Nestled between rows of boats and yachts is the Bronte Boathouse. The exterior is nothing special, a large building with a lighthouse, a large patio with comfy cushions with an ice cream parlor, Dickies, attached to the restaurant. The interior is modern, made of white walls, large windows and nautical-themed decor. Compared to Snug Harbour in Port Credit, I like this place a lot more. I made a reservation for 4:00 for 6:15pm about 5 days in advance and even noted that it was for my husband's birthday - and yet we were seated at the first table by the door, definitely not ideal. I pointed to other empty tables and the hostess insisted that they were reserved. During our almost 2 hour dinner, those empty tables were never seated (even though if you check online, the next available reso would be after 8pm). We were seated and left with the menus for longer than anticipated before our waiter finally showed up. He seemed new and didn't even know it the beer on tap was hoppy (made with hops). We had looked at the menu before showing up, so we quickly ordered the food. Drinks were ordered and sat at the bar, melting and condensating, as we can see it from where we were sitting. We asked 2 different servers if we can just grab it ourselves before our waiter finally showed up to walk the drinks 2 steps to our table. Like I said, it's either he was new or maybe assigned too many tables, I don't know. For apps, we ordered the frito misto and crab cakes. The former was served in a long skinny plate with large shrimps, calamari and deep fried beans - batter was light and the lemon aioli complimented the deep fried seafood nicely. The crab cake was surprising light and flavourful, despite it's dark colour (maybe they needed to change the oil?). I knew it was going to be good as soon as I stabbed my fork into it's fluffy interior. I found a tiny piece of crab in the crab cake, so it must be the real thing! For drinks, I had the non alcoholic frozen raspberry lemonade and my husband had the watermelon mule (lime slush, vodka, fresh watermelon juice and ginger beer). At the bar, they have several slushy machines going and they make for the most refreshing drinks, especially during the summer months. For entrees, we got the fish and chips for both kids (came with 2 pieces of haddock each), linguini pescatore (heaps of seafood which included clams, shrimps, mussels, calamari, heirloom tomatoes) and seared salmon (this was cooked perfectly and was juicy and fresh). After dinner, the kids went next door to Dickies to redeem their voucher for a kiddie cone (as part of the kids meal). The guy that was working even asked if my kids want 2 half scoops so they can try 2 flavours. He served the biggest kids scoop I'd ever seen! All in all, it was a nice night out with the fam. The setting was perfect, the food was surprisingly good and the ice cream parlour plus playground outside definitely makes the night that much more enjoyable. read more

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love this place and food and ambience is amazing Staff is very friendly and welcoming read more

I'll just preface this by saying that this might be a little shallow and maybe an overly bitter review, but I'm going to throw it out there anyway because I think it's still good info for people to know! First of all, let me start with the positives. They've got a relatively easy booking system online to make reservations, and the location of this restaurant is absolutely super. You are pretty much right by the water at the marina, and it's a great location to walk around either before or after your meal and just enjoy the atmosphere. Sitting out on the patio here is awesome, although a little dirty and grimy in some parts, surrounded by a bunch of bugs and unkept dirty cushions, but I guess you can really ask for too much of an upscale experience without paying the upscale prices. I will also say that the food was good and had decent value for what you were paying. With all that being said, I'm letting my emotions take over for letting this get only three stars versus the normal four that I would like to give it. And the reason was, partly due to slow service for half of our experience, if not no service at all, and then the fact that we had gone there for a birthday and I indicated this and told them numerous times, with the slightly selfish thought that they would give us a little celebration slice of cake or some sort of dessert, and never got anything. Now the reason why I'm upset about this is not to expect it anywhere and everywhere, because of course not everywhere does this, but I saw another waitress bring this over to someone else at a different table for the exact same scenario. So I know they do it, but I guess our waitress wasn't aware or didn't care enough or just didn't click even after the multiple hiddens. Putting it on the reservation notes when it explicitly asks for it, mentioning it to a waitress, these are all things that you think would be enough but I guess aren't. So like I said, a little shallow of an expectation I know, but that combined with the fact that a waitress completely disappeared after bringing us our food, not once to check up on us to see how the food was, not wants to bring us more water seeing that our jug was empty before our food even came, and then having to wait around to get our bill, these two things had me a little uneasy about giving this four stars. Everything else, great! read more

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This place was the perfect balance of family friendly while not feeling like a restaurant overrun with children. The location is perfect and given the vibes, we felt okay having our baby there (and many other people had kids) but it felt like it would also be a cute place to go for a girls night out. So overall, a restaurant good for a whole variety of needs and it's views are top notch! Since I was there with a baby, I should say the staff were great with him. There is not a change table in the men's bathroom though. The staff was also great at dealing with my brother-in-law's allergies. Our waitress clearly had not heard of his allergy before and she really took the time to make sure he would be okay and kept checking in to make sure he was alright (and that we as a table had what we needed). The food was all quite good. It's not the best food I ever had but each item was enjoyable. So you likely won't go wrong with whatever you pick. read more

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This is a fantastic spot for an outdoor dining experience on the patio. You look out onto the boats of Bronte harbor and can enjoy people watching with lots of dog walkers coming by. A lot of the patio is covered so you aren't directly in the sun. The service we received was friendly and our waitress made an effort to ask about our plans and weekend. They have your typical fare but more centered around the lake theme, so it did feel like there were more seafood choices. We shared their pull apart bread and a the Bronte California Roll to start. The bread was warm and soft but I wish it had more garlic flavour. The sushi roll was pretty good! They kept the rice layer thin and flavoured it well. Both the crab and avocado portion were huge which made for a really nice roll. I had the poke bowl as my main which was salmon based. All the ingredients were super and they had premium toppings like seaweed salad and avocado built into the bowl. I had to use the restroom inside so I also got to check out what it looked like on the inside. It's really bright and airy with a nautical theme and I can totally see it being a great brunch spot. Really enjoyed my visit here! read more

Everything about this restaurant is just divine - the food, the ambiance, the view from the patio, the service. During our visit, the restaurant's operations seemed like a very well-oiled and tightly run ship. Everything was smooth - from the booking, being seated, food service, etc. The service was excellent by all staff: from the host at the front, to the waitress (Montana) who served us (super friendly, helpful, and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great dining experience). This seemed to be the vibe I got from all the other staff as well (great teamwork and commitment to providing high quality service). We saw how much setup it required to get the patio ready, the need to pivot at moment's notice due to unpredictable weather and rain, and the proactivity that the manager took to notify people with reservation about the changing weather and patio situation. Kudos to all the staff at Bronte Boathouse. The food was excellent. Everything came out quick, and the taste and quality of all the dishes we ordered were top-notch. A detailed review of our orders: 1) Za'atar & Lemon Roasted Vegetables - Well roasted and not overcooked. The veggies went really well with the chickpea hummus (with extra crispy chickpeas on top!). 2) Blistered Brussels Sprouts - This was my FAVOURITE DISH out of everything we ordered. You can ask for the sauces (including aioli) on the side. The Brussels sprouts came out crispy and hot, and charred really well. 3) Ahi Tuna Poke - This was decent. I liked that it came with a good amount of diced cucumber (I love cucumber) and tuna. There are better pokes elsewhere, but this was ok for a continental restaurant serving a mix of different menu items. 4) Heritage Grens Salad - The leafy greens were fresh and nicely crisp. The sliced green apple gave it a nice tangy sourness and extra crisp. 5) Kashmiri Seared Atlantic Salmon - I really liked the spices they used on the salmon (not overpowering, but really tasty). The asparagus were a bit soft but nicely seasoned as well. I liked the lemon mint yogurt that it came with. 6) Seafood Hot Pot Boil - This came out piping hot. It contained a generous amount of all kinds of seafood (rock crab claws, cold water shrimps, mussels, clams, salmon), as well as baby potatoes and sweet corn. It could be a very hearty meal on its own. You can really taste the Old Bay seasoning in the broth. The ambiance and view from the patio were so scenic, with direct view of the harbour / marina and boats. It was an open-air patio with partial covering from the umbrellas. Bronte Boathouse probably has THE most scenic spot for a waterfront patio in Oakville. It made eating outside that much more enjoyable. Highly recommended if you're in the area. read more

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2 years ago I gave the Boathouse a 5 star rating....fast forward to this week Disappointing to say the least. Our server was great..the view great.... The food...not so much The venues food standards have fallen way below acceptable standards. I had a salad and a alcohol beverage and the cost was 45.00. The salad was ...meh soggy and bland. For future reference Cobb salad should have lettuce or Romaine..not field greens ( which made the dish a soggy mess) The drink was great. So go for drinks ..pass on the food. read more

Beautiful spot. Great location right on the water. Lots of seating on the big patio. It was nice as the top section of the patio has glass railings which block the wind nicely. The furniture is really nice with comfy casual sofas to sit on. The service was great and our server Olivia was so friendly. The food was delicious as well! We will definitely be back! read more

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This place has an amazing atmosphere!!! The food was all incredible too! We had the mussels hi h we fine but the lobster roll was so good and the brownie was to die for! read more

Bronte Boathouse - I'm front of the restaurant - Bars Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

Excellent food and service. My husband wanted something not normally served as a side other than with a sandwich but they made it happen for him. read more

Food rating: 3 stars, location rating: 5 stars! My parents visited the area last week and thought the Bronte Boathouse was a beautiful place to enjoy a family dinner so we reserved a table. (Use their bookenda link online to reserve ahead or you will not be able to find seating at peak times, we witnessed many people trying to get in without a reservation with no success.) The Boatbouse overlooks a lovely marina with many boats docked, the view is even nicer when the sun starts to set. It's a little chilly by the water so bring a sweater to be safe! The food was pretty good, a lack of photos online and on the menu led to my order of ceviche being very different than what I expected. We ordered the PEI mussels and Kentucky Fried calamari to start, they were delicious! The portions are not too large but not too small as well. My parents' meals of the salmon and stir fry were good, they didn't think it was anything special. My brother ordered the Mexican street corn pizza which I would definitely order again; it was an interesting take on the dish. In the past when I've ordered ceviche it was the same shape as the one Boathouse provided, just more seafood and less avocado. The ceviche was more of an elevated guacamole, it wasn't bad but just not what I expected. If you're looking to dine on the water and enjoy some moderately priced seafood this is the perfect spot. You can also take a walk before/after your meal on the boardwalk. read more

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I really loved the food and drinks! The service is really great and it's a great spot for a date night!

This place has a large patio with beautiful views of Bronte Harbour / Lake Ontario which makes it a great destination for that feature alone. The menu has a variety options with many seafood-centric items. Service was friendly and prompt and food was good. Please note that they currently impose a 90 minute table limit because of limited seating capacity due to COVID restrictions. read more

Bronte Boathouse - Lobster & Shrimp Cobb Salad. - Bars Near Me - Oakville, Ontario

THIS place is perfect for a good sunny day. Their patio overlooks the most stunning view. We went on a cold day once and got indoor seating which is also designed to kind of resemble a boathouse. My fav thing on the menu is the Kashmiri salmon with rice. The raita really ties it all together. I'm also super gutted they removed their fried chicken sandwich off the menu :( Great drinks, great servers. Sometimes it can be a bit busy so serving times are a bit long but they do bring the appetizers out quick! P.S. the spicy salmon roll here is SOOO GOOOOOOOD! read more

Bronte Boathouse is the cutest restaurant Ive been to in Oakville. With Covid restrictions, there are some changes to how you reserve. They will give a 10 minute window but after that I believe your reservation is no longer valid which is understandable. Went there on the weekend and we were late. We were able to change our time from 12 to 1pm which was great. It was raining on the weekend but their umbrellas held up so well, we didnt feel the showers at all til 1 of our friends mentioned it. One of the waiters or maybe owner gave us great recommendations and was quite honest about the food suggestions he gave. He said to try the sushi, fish and chips, tacos, etc. which we HIGHLY appreciated. Their drinks were BOOOMB! I got their fish and chips and the fish was quite large with a good portion of fries. Their serving sizes were fantastic. I was on a food coma by the time I finished their food. Watermelon mule drink is sooo good! You can def taste the amount of alcohol in it. 2 weeks ago i was also there for another friend's bday. I ordered their billionaire burger which wasnt that great to be honest. However, I ordered their pink bikini (its not pink) but it tasted sooooooooooo amazing for a slushie alcohol. If you want a place that has a good view, this place is one of em! Hope you get seated in their comfy patios! Also, our server on saturday was fantastic. She was so friendly and so attentive! I wish we remembered her name but great staff you all have! read more

The quality of the food is amazing! The chicken sandwich taste fantastic! The quality of meat is very good and the sauce taste great! We also ordered the fish and chips, this is the best fish and chips I've had it Ontario area. It's a great piece of fish, so fresh and nicely cooked. We also order the Reuben sandwich. The beef is so tender the bread is so soft with a nice texture. Taste even better than the one I had in Montréal. This is an amazing restaurant. The takeout quality is so good, I will certainly go back again and would recommend to others! read more

Terrific setting, lovely staff but the food is meh, thrown together by overworked students. The lobster roll was a tasteless mess and the fish tacos were way more taco than fish. read more

I went to the boathouse patio a couple weeks ago with my friend and I developed food poisoning in that same evening , after a couple days of no relief I called the manager there and he basically did nothing or apologize , infact trying to say i didn't get food poisoning from there , he said he'd call back and didn't , I called again and basically said did you look into the matter he finally apologized and said he would call me back this is the third time again nothing. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant the management isn't up to par, and a customer should be always be the utmost of importance , the staff aren't trained well enough .P.S. read more

Great food and excellent ambiance service! We loved the tacos and the mocktails! I am definitely going back :)

I had a horrible experience here. People were so close together, no social distancing at all. I ordered the cheese burger and the burger was undercooked and very pink in the middle. Manager was very rude and condescending. He spoke down to me like I was wrong, the food had no flavour at all and I would never recommend this to anyone. Don't go here!! read more

Their drinks are the reason to go there! So delicious. Food wasn't much to write home about but it was competently cooked and had nice presentations. Absolutely would return. read more

Ordered the spicy salmon roll and really enjoyed it! My friend ordered the tuna nachos and she also enjoyed her food.

We showed up at 11:40 for an 11:45 reservation. We'd inadvertently booked indoors, but we wanted to sit outside to take advantage of the nice weather. The patio was nearly empty. We had our two young kids with us. The server said she'd find us a table outside. There were twenty or so empty tables in the shade. She offered us a table outside in the direct sun with no shade. When we asked if we could grab one of the many unused umbrellas, the server said no. This was a huge space, and the table right beside it had an umbrella. She kept reminding us our reservation was indoors and tried to get us to sit indoors again and again. The manager also tried to get us to sit indoors and was incredibly rude to us. The whole experience was so nonsensical and frustrating, we just left. read more

Nice location and view of the lake.but the food really needs improvement.might give it another try though. read more

Service is horrible. The front house staff made us wait 35 mins for an empty table to be cleaned. They do not turn over tables quickly but will tell you that you need reservations while the inside is mostly empty. read more

First time at Boathouse - location is beautiful, lots of healthy food options which seems to be good value for money. Service went from low-key to heinous though. Our friend had made several phone calls and come in person in advance to ensure things would go smoothly for a special occasion. After conflicting information rather than discreetly manage the disappointment and offer alternatives the female manager yelled at the entire table. It was horrible and awkward and embaressing for our hosts. Everyone is willing to give some grace and be flexible during Covid, but this was awful. I'd say eat here for a nice location, casual night out, but do not attempt to book a larger party or special occasion - the people they have hired and put in charge are lacking in social finesse unfortunately. read more