Bruce Wine Bar

4.6 (325)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

8 Bruce Street, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Neighborhood gem

Don’t let the name fool you, this unique eatery boasts more than just a wine list distinguished by a Wine Spectator award.
Designated a Feast Ontario restaurant for its’ commitment to sustainable and organic regional fare, Bruce also serves up the best wood-fired Neapolitan style pizza north of the GTA. Add an impressive roster of independent Canadian musicians playing Fridays and you’ve got the vibe!
A funky eclectic design houses 25 cozy seats surrounding the open kitchen and another 40 in a loft-inspired space which includes a communal harvest table.
Once a tiny wine bar serving small plates three nights/week, Bruce has come into its’ own as a full-scale restaurant offering seasonally focused lunch, dinner and take-away menus daily, as well as catering for private parties and large events.
Feed your curiosity!

The Kitchen serves up lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian, Comfort Food, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Open Tuesday through Thursday 11:30-9:00 Friday and Saturday 11:30AM- Close Live music Friday nights 2$ Corkage Tuesdays Open Mic Wednesdays Our ENTRANCE is in the alley behind the TD Bank in Thornbury
Website
http://brucewinebar.ca/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Shaun J Edmonstone
Catering
Bruce caters all types of functions from family gatherings to weddings. please contact us to discuss.
Private party facilities
Our upstairs loft is ideal for corporate meetings- seminars/dinners with professionals.We provide audio equipment/screen for minimal fee.Our downstairs open kitchen concept offers a very casual private room for large family functions or group get togethers.contact our Catering/Events Co ordinator:Deidre Seabrookdeidre@brucewinebar.ca

Location
8 Bruce Street, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0
Neighborhood
The Blue Mountains
Cross street
Arthur St West
Parking details
During the day we would request that you park across the street in the public parking area. In the evening feel free to use the parking at the restaurant
Public transit
Small townBehind the TD Bank in ThornburyPublic Parking available across the Street at the Thornbury Post Office
Entertainment
On Friday there are two dinner show and 7 and 9pm featuring up and coming canadian artists..sometimes it can be a little loud!On Wednesday night we host an open mic from 8-10pm. featuring singer songwriters and poets
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Wine

Local AppleCA$12.00
black lentil, fresh herbs, radicchio, grainy mustard, cider dressing, spiced nuts
Endives frisee & asparagusCA$15.00
sous vide duck yolk, grainy mustard, garlic crumb, white anchovies, lemon vinaigrette
Romaine heartsCA$14.00
roasted garlic dressing, house bacon, cured tomato, grana padano

Appetizers

House made Ontario lamb merguezCA$14.00
local carrot raisin slaw, house made flatbread
Beef tartareCA$18.00
sous vide duck yolk, pickled vegetables, fresh horseradish, crispy potatoes
Warm local breadCA$4.00
compound butter
Ontario BurrataCA$18.00
red pepper preserve, pea tenders, house made flatbread, spicy toasted almonds
Warm Italian olivesCA$6.00
chili roasted garlic, fresh herbs
Crispy polentaCA$8.00
Ontario romano, jalpeno , cumin tomato onion jam

Boards

PateCA$15.00
terrine, house preserves
Artisan salumiCA$15.00
chili spiced olives
Mixed CharcuterieCA$24.00
pate, terrine, salumi, house preserves

Pizza

Traditional Neapolitan Wood Fired Pizza

We apologize in advance, substitutes are not possible with wood fired pizzas

Cured SalumiCA$17.00
salumi, tomato, fresh oregano, fresh garlic, parmesan, fresh arugula, fior di latte
FunghiCA$18.00
fresh thyme cream sauce, roasted mushrooms, sauteed onions, parmesan, fior de latte
Smoked TroutCA$18.00
smoked trout, garlic cream, water cress, cultivated leeks, fior de latte, fresh lemon
CheeseCA$15.00
tomato, parmesan, romano, mozzarella
VeggieCA$16.00
leek, kale, mushroom, roasted peppers, mozzarella
MargheritaCA$14.00
tomato, fior de latte, fresh basil, sea salt, olive oil
PepperoniCA$17.00
pepperoni, tomato, fresh oregano, fior di latte, romano, roasted garlic, chillies
Fennel SausageCA$18.00
fennel sausage, tomato, fresh oregano, local garlic, mozzarella, roasted bell peppers

Sandwiches & Mains

Day Time

served from 11:30-3.30; all sandwiches are served with your choice of daily salad or house made fries

House smoked hamCA$15.00
seasonal vegetables, pickled hen egg, iceberg lettuce, house made Ontario blue cheese
Roasted BeefCA$15.00
caramelized onion, house milk bun, horseradish aioli
Ontario pork schnitzelCA$14.00
whole grain chutney, house milk bun, pepper aioli, iceberg lettuce
House shortrib burgerCA$16.00
Ontario white cheddar, sour dough bun, house katsup, arugula
Organic Yorkshire Valley ChickenCA$16.00
stewed local peppers, lemon yogurt, house milk bun

Night Time

served from 5:00 PM - Close

Beluga LentilsCA$21.00
date curry, seasonal veg, coriander mint pesto, truffle poached egg
Organic Ontario ChickenCA$28.00
rapeseed oil confit potatoes, roasted asparagus, marsala roasted shallots, red wine jus
Braised chuck flatCA$31.00
chili honey soy glaze, roasted leek, roasted oyster mushroom, Berkshire Farm white bean puree, natural jus
Smoked venison meatballsCA$24.00
wild leek fettuccine, asparagus, local mushroom, elmira tomatoes
Blackboard specials
- Market Price

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Bruce Wine Bar.

4.6

(325)

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

325 Reviews

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RitaS
Toronto3 reviews
5.0
Reviewed on November 15, 2019
1. Overall 5
Delicious food and excellent service. Great for families or girls night out.
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AndyJ
Toronto3 reviews
5.0
Reviewed on October 4, 2019
1. Overall 5
Been here a couple of times and its always fantastic. A place to be
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RoseL
Toronto3 reviews
5.0
Reviewed on September 25, 2019
1. Overall 5
Came here a while back and it was amazing thank you
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venooch Gold
Toronto25 reviews
5.0
Reviewed on August 24, 2019
1. Overall 5
Great wood fired pizzas, amazing wine selection.
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DWM1 Gold
Toronto47 reviews
5.0
Reviewed on August 21, 2019
1. Overall 5
What a great find in Thornbury. Just off main street it feels like a secret. The food on offer is diverse and thoughtful. Never had anything on the menu disappoint. Highly recommend.
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DaditW Gold
Toronto4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm casual decor with good food and well-rounded wine choices for every budget. One of the best choices for the region and a must if you're eating locally.
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AnnP
Toronto4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 20, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went out for dinner at a nice restaurant in Toronto last week, very expensive - Bruce Wine Bar meals were all delicious, as usual, and the bill was considerably less. Very pleasant, friendly wait staff. Our friends had never been before and were impressed. We have never been disappointed.
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theDoley Gold
Toronto61 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 19, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful. Having bad knees however, I found that the stairs were a bit too much for me to want to tackle on a regular basis. Anyone with bad legs, please note that the dining area is up a rather large flight of stairs.
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EsIf Gold
Toronto15 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 16, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice cozy ambiance and very very excellent food! I’ll be back :)
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DebbieB
Atlantic Canada11 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 13, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Loved the whole experience except for the number of kids! Who brings their kids to a wine bar? Also it took a while for us to order a glass of wine and it would have been nice to have more choices by the glass. Nonetheless, the wine was delicious and the pizza was outstanding! I would definitely return but maybe come at a later time.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian, Comfort Food, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Open Tuesday through Thursday 11:30-9:00 Friday and Saturday 11:30AM- Close Live music Friday nights 2$ Corkage Tuesdays Open Mic Wednesdays Our ENTRANCE is in the alley behind the TD Bank in Thornbury
Website
http://brucewinebar.ca/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Shaun J Edmonstone
Catering
Bruce caters all types of functions from family gatherings to weddings. please contact us to discuss.
Private party facilities
Our upstairs loft is ideal for corporate meetings- seminars/dinners with professionals.We provide audio equipment/screen for minimal fee.Our downstairs open kitchen concept offers a very casual private room for large family functions or group get togethers.contact our Catering/Events Co ordinator:Deidre Seabrookdeidre@brucewinebar.ca

Location
8 Bruce Street, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0
Neighborhood
The Blue Mountains
Cross street
Arthur St West
Parking details
During the day we would request that you park across the street in the public parking area. In the evening feel free to use the parking at the restaurant
Public transit
Small townBehind the TD Bank in ThornburyPublic Parking available across the Street at the Thornbury Post Office
Entertainment
On Friday there are two dinner show and 7 and 9pm featuring up and coming canadian artists..sometimes it can be a little loud!On Wednesday night we host an open mic from 8-10pm. featuring singer songwriters and poets
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Wine

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Bruce Wine Bar

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Appetizers

Salads

Local AppleCA$12.00

Endives frisee & asparagusCA$15.00

Romaine heartsCA$14.00

Appetizers

House made Ontario lamb merguezCA$14.00

Beef tartareCA$18.00

Warm local breadCA$4.00

Ontario BurrataCA$18.00

Warm Italian olivesCA$6.00

Crispy polentaCA$8.00

Boards

PateCA$15.00

Artisan salumiCA$15.00

Mixed CharcuterieCA$24.00

Pizza

Traditional Neapolitan Wood Fired Pizza

Cured SalumiCA$17.00

FunghiCA$18.00

Smoked TroutCA$18.00

CheeseCA$15.00

VeggieCA$16.00

MargheritaCA$14.00

PepperoniCA$17.00

Fennel SausageCA$18.00

Sandwiches & Mains

Day Time

House smoked hamCA$15.00

Roasted BeefCA$15.00

Ontario pork schnitzelCA$14.00

House shortrib burgerCA$16.00

Organic Yorkshire Valley ChickenCA$16.00

Night Time

Beluga LentilsCA$21.00

Organic Ontario ChickenCA$28.00

Braised chuck flatCA$31.00

Smoked venison meatballsCA$24.00

Blackboard specials

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable