Goose Island Brewhouse Toronto

We were excited to try this restaurant but had a frustrating experience from the start. After entering, we waited 20 minutes without being acknowledged, even though the server made eye contact a few times. We eventually had to ask a staff member (who wasn’t a server but worked at a nearby merchandise booth) for a table and menu. Another couple that came in after us had the same confusion. After 30 minutes, we were finally greeted by the same server, but no apology was offered for the long wait. His attitude felt cold and unwelcoming, which made the situation worse. We felt more like a nuisance than customers. We ordered $50 worth of food. If it weren’t for our tight schedule, we would’ve left much sooner. After sharing our concerns, we received a kind verbal apology, but we had to leave before speaking to a manager. I hope they address the issues of short staffing and customer service to improve future experiences. (Brie burger with berry compote was well balanced in sweet, tart, and deep meaty flavours. Fries were average, but moderately generous portion-wise. Beer suggestions from our server—who was working at the bar simultaneously—would’ve definitely elevated the dining experience. We didn’t get any recommendations or a single mention of what draughts were available).

December 29, 2024 on Google

Beers are a bit of a letdown :( I had the Oktoberfest which had an awful metallic taste. However the staff was friendly and there’s a lot of seating. We saw many families enjoying dinner but can’t comment on the food

December 28, 2024 on Google

Absolutely great brewhouse and restaurant! I've tried 2 different IPA's and both were great beers. The Juice Island IPA being my preferred choice. Dinner was delicious with a starter of the Caprese Salad and the Brisket Poutine topped with crispy fried onions and pickled red onions. My partner ordered the equally great and somewhat unique Tuna Power Bowl. The Ahi tuna was cooked to perfection, the flavours and ingredient mix was not your typical bowl mix. Great staff, fast service and a nice patio for an enjoyable early evening dinner in Toronto.

September 12, 2024 on Google

Great atmosphere, very friendly service and really tasty food. They have a nice large patio with comfy seating. The calamari just melted in my mouth. Fish was lightly battered and not all greasy. It was nice and light.

July 15, 2024 on Google

Great beer selection and good service. This is the second time that I’ve been there and the experience was once again satisfactory. For a Saturday afternoon/evening, the place was not packed and the service was fast. I suggest “The Big Schnit” (Pork) and it goes well with any of their beers. The Beef Brisket Dip is also a must-try.

May 5, 2024 on Google

For those passionate about craft beer, local beer production and good food, A Goose Toronto is a great choice of brewery to visit. Right at the entrance you will come across the mixers and preparers, as well as a variety of taps. The house has great space to receive customers, with more than one room for you to choose the place that best suits you. The service from the staff is excellent and orders usually arrive at the table very quickly (except for the days when there are only two staff and a full house). The menu is very complete, with many options for starters, dishes and snacks and vegetarian and vegan options. The house has great accessibility for customers: automatic opening doors, spacious environments that prevent tripping, adapted toilets with automatic door opening and support bars. The restaurant does not have a Braille menu, but employees are trained to guide customers. For those traveling with children, the bathrooms have baby changing tables, and the house has highchairs for children. The brewery is located on Bar Street on King, and is close to St Lawrence Market, metro station and bus stops.

February 28, 2024 on Google

The beer is very good. The place is super warm, so go with light clothes if you're staying inside. In the warmer months there are tables outside, whi h significantlyimprove the experience.. The service was very slow the last four times I was there, so this is a place where it definitely requires improvement. Adding some background music could also improve the place.

December 27, 2023 on Google

Came here after the stay at home order was lifted. Brought a girl that I had just met to grab some drinks and a quick bite. The sampler beer was light and complemented the food well. We ordered a Brie burger which included fries and chicken bites. The chicken bites were flavorful and saucy and the Brie burger was definitely a cool balance between the Brie cheese and the jam. If I could change anything I would have preferred the burger medium well but wasn’t sure if that was an option. Ordered some cocktails after which were light and smooth as well. Overall a great experience and would definitely return. Also did not know this establishment is owned by Biermkt.

June 13, 2021 on Google