Bru Restaurant

Pretty satisfied with my experience here.
I had come on a weekday late afternoon so the restaurant was almost completely empty. The waitress, who was also our server, and who was also the bartender, was a lovely lady. Chatty, friendly, and attentive of our needs.
After asking for recommendations, I ordered the beef brisket sandwich, which was apparently the top seller at their restaurant and my boyfriend ordered the steak & frites. It did take a while for the food to come. but I let it slide because the food that came was delicious! I loved the tangy sauce that they used to complement the corn slaw because it added a nice fresh crunch to the meatiness of the smoked brisket. It was also drizzled with a mixture of gravy and relish, which really contrasted with each other well. The brisket was tender and full of flavour, proving that it was genuinely slow-​cooked for hours. The fries were just standard — but that’s okay, I was never in it for the fries anyway. My boyfriend’s steak was a decent cut of meat. Cooked to medium-​rare, it still kept its pinkish center and wasn’t tough to chew.
Really, my only problem that I experienced here was that there was a very persistent fly that kept bothering us throughout our entire meal. Since there were close to no other customers, the smell of our food was overwhelmingly alluring to the pest and I had a very bothersome time constantly trying to swat it.
Other than that, I mean, I would come back again if I was in the area. It’s too bad it’s nowhere near where I live!

One of our favourite restaurants downtown Oakville. Love the nachos and the turkey club sandwich is one of the best I’ve ever had. Rotating taps is always nice as the selection changes all the time. Lots of great new beers discovered here.

We ordered a kale salad, a chicken pizza and a brisket sammy. The Sammy was so good. The brisket was perfectly cooked, moisture and flavourful but not over greasy and over seasoning. However, when I asked for the $ 5 Unilocal burger, the waitress said she never heard of it. It’s kinda weird. It’s a deal on the Unilocal,not something I made up. If the owner posts it, why didn’t she accept it???

Good pub food with a concise draft list. Pizza’s were delish and the atmosphere was cozy. Service was friendly. Overall, would go back after work.

What a delicious and friendly place to go for lunch in Oakville. It is warm and they turn out tasty lunch fare. We had the fried shrimp special and BLT sandwich. The BLT was Packed with ingredients so you better have an empty stomach if you order this one. My shrimp was only an appetizer so it was not plentiful but the rings of cassava frites that went with made it over the top good. I wish they have it as lunch sized order. Will definitely come here again!

Solid 4.5 star. Great atmosphere and some awesome beers on tap. I had a bayside bronze back which was excellent. We haven’t tried many craft beers or IPAs, but the first server we had brought over a few samples and we were able to choose what we liked. The staff was very attentive, although I thought it was odd that we had 4 different servers over the hour. Not sure if that is typical.
The food was great – we ordered a beer battered shrimp appetizer with taro chips and jalapeño aioli (forgot to take a picture) and split the Beef Brisket sandwich, which was the best I’ve had.
The negatives: the fries and chips were VERY salty, the menu was small (it would be nice if they had a little more of a selection), and I was a tad disappointed that they weren’t offering the pulled pork sliders or mozzarella bites that I’ve seen here on other Unilocal reviews. I understand that they like to change things up every few months, and she did assure me those items would be back.
All in all, we ended up spending the same as we would have at a franchise restaurant like Kelsey’s or Montanas, and enjoyed the food and drinks much more. We will definitely be visiting Bru again!

3.5 — this restaurant is located in downtown Oakville. Beautiful, modern interior with a great selection of craft beers. We had dinner here tonight and loved the intimate atmosphere and great service we received. As other Unilocalers mentioned making a reservation is recommended and I was glad I did. The restaurant is fairly small and fills up quickly. The owner of the restaurant also owns three other restaurants on Lakeshore, two beside and a tapas restaurant a bit down the street. The food was okay. We ordered their calamari, it had a great Asian twist however we knew that it came from frozen as they were curled into perfect half circles. I then ordered their fried chicken with coleslaw for dinner, fries are extra. The fried chicken had good flavours but was not crispy. The skin was soggy without me putting the white gravy on. The fries were fresh cut which was great. The pizza was good — wasn’t very artisanal. The ingredients weren’t plentiful and it arrived in a perfect circle which we found interesting. Overall, a lovely place to stop by for a drink and snacks in Oakville!

Right greeted at the bar by Debbie! Made me feel welcome and comfortable — since I was eating solo this was very nice.
Beer choices are very good — both tap and bottle. Again, Debbie was a great help. She knew the beers and knew how to describe them.
I should add as I watch the other servers, they all are happy and smiling — no grumpy guppies.
I choose the BBQ Pork Wings. YES I said pork. The Rock the house in flavor and originality. And THE SLAW! OMG! Sweet and tart are well maximized!
It was beautiful visit! I will be back!
BACK FOR 2ND VISIT: Same friendliness! Well Greeted by Brennon! Knew the beer menu and food menu! Same quality service as 1^st visit.
Ordered Fish Taco special! Nice flavor good item. One suggestion serve tortilla hot! No matter you choose cold or hot filling a HOT fresh tortilla is the best. I recommend it!
See you the next time thru Toronto!

Five dollar craft brews on Sunday! Pair that with their fresh oysters and beer mignonette. There is nothing better.
It’s definitely a great little bar for a drink! Love that they change the lineup of beers and ciders on tap, keeps things interesting. And all of the staff is always knowledgeable about whatever beers and ciders they’re serving which is great.
I just wish they had better apps! They do great burgers, and the fries are outstanding. Mozza sticks were okay, they’re literally blocks of cheese breaded and fried. Didn’t do much for me, I thought they were too greasy. I think a greater breading to cheese ratio would work better. Also, was not a fan of the spicy hoisin calamari, the pickled vegetables served with it are too strong and there was way too much of it.
The décor is warm, relaxed and beautiful. Nice details, pretty stemware. Check out the wood panelling on the ceiling. It’s a nice touch.

Love this little bar!
The atmosphere is great. It has an upscale look, but casual atmosphere. There is a TV on the wall for those that need to stay updated on the latest sports score, but the décor makes you feel as if you’re in a hip, trendy restaurant. Best of both worlds really!
It is quite small, but they do take reservations. I would strong suggest a reservation anytime after 7pm as it did get quite busy and there were many people waiting at the bar for a table to become available.
The service was fantastic. We were offered drinks by three different servers upon sitting down and it appeared we had two servers all evening who explained the menu in full detail, gave us their opinion on some dishes and came over numerous times to see how we were doing. Kudos to the cute waiter who really laid on the charm while he was serving us. Extra brownie points for making us feel special.
We started the evening with pitas and dips. Fantastic. The pita was served warm, the hummus was fantastic as was the olive tapenade. I had the Smoked Pork «Wings» served with corn bread and coleslaw. I had one of the sweeter sauces on the pork ribs which was great. The portion was huge. I took half home. The meat was so tender that it fell off the bone and the corn bread was moist. Fantastic! 5 stars for sure.
One of my friends had the Steak and Frites which she really enjoyed. The steak was cooked perfectly and the fries were just the right crispness and not too mushy in the middle.
My other friend had the smoked turkey club which she also loved and ended up taking half home. She really loved the guac and spicy mayo — gave it a really nice flavour and made it different from other club sandwiches.
The three of us split three ice cream sliders. Fantastic. They are the perfect three bite size. Great way to finish off a meal.
Presentation of all the meals fantastic. Different, appealing to the eye. Mine was in a really nice bowl, the club was served on a long platter and the steak and frites were show cased on a big round plate.
This is a great trendy little place in downtown Oakville. Exactly what they needed to bring the young people out. I wouldn’t recommend this place for kids. Keep it for a friend night out!

Spicy Hoisin Calamari: The squid itself is grilled to perfection but the bed of pickled vegetable is too sour and salty. Good attempt at Asian fusion with the coriander garnishing but two pieces of squid is too little. If there were four pieces, I wouldn’t be complaining.
Mussels and fries: Very good. Broth was just right. If you like spicy, the sausages and the broth has a good kick.
Smoked fish burger: Very good, and good portion size. Seasoned well.
Flying monkey beer: so-​so. On a hot summer day, cask beer isn’t a great option because it’s almost at room temperature.
Old fashioned bourbon: better than expected, considering it’s not their specialty
Overall, I liked the fact that all dishes came out steaming hot. The food was satisfying. Ambiance is nice — good for a casual date or night out with a small group of friends.
Dont like how Unilocal got me comin here for the $ 5 burger special for checking in, only to find out that offer was only valid jun 21 – 26, 2015.

What a great happening lil bar!
Holy crap everyone has just got to try this beef brisket sandwich! I’d drive from Toronto just to order it. Definitely lives up to the hype!
Also throughly enjoyed the oyster app and mussels and their chicken club is good took.
Highly recommended and can’t wait to be back!

We were in Oakville to go to Lee’s favorite cycle shop, and I suggested we check this place out for lunch, since the bike shop didn’t open until noon. I was drawn to this place due to the GTA Unilocal Burger Binge Week event; this is one of the places doing a special $ 5 burger.
This is a perfect example of a Unilocal check-​in promotion working very well!
So, we were the first people in the place, showing up almost right after they opened, and we had our pick of the place. We decided to sit at the hightop booths along the windows near the bar — at first, they looked like they might be uncomfortable, but they were really quite comfortable.
So, the draft list. I wish Unilocal supported emoji, because my reaction to the board went something like: eyeballs, beer glass, beer glasses clinking, heart heart heart.
A great list of Canadian micros on tap! They had a good enough variety that my brain went to immediate lockup and the tyranny of choice. For Lee, it was easy: They had Central Brewing Red Racer IPA, which is one of his favorites. For me, the imp of the perverse took over when the waitress came up: I blurted out that I wanted to try the Tom Green Milk Stout. I normally dislike stouts, but I did end up enjoying it. They have a nice special on Sundays: $ 5 pints!
I managed to resist more than one beer though, as much as I would have liked to drink everything on their menu. They also have an impressive bottle list, including selections from Bellwoods.
So, onto the food. As everyone who follows me knows, I cannot resist poutine. It’s one of my favorite things to try when I see it on the menu. They have a fried chicken poutine on the menu here, and it was fantastic. There are fries and cheese curds of course, but the twist on this was little morsels of fried chicken, cream gravy, and roasted corn. It’s served in a little cast iron skillet. This was delicious, and one of my favorite twists on poutines I’ve seen so far.
Next up were the Unilocalburgers. These were, from the description: «rosemary and carmelized onion infused pork patty, topped with house smoked peameal bacon, cheddar, lettuce and apple mustard.» One thing not listed is that the chef also made a brioche bacon bun. The buns were a little bit fragile, and at one point Lee had to cut his bit for less messy eating, but other than that (which honestly, will happen with any bun) this was fantastic, and I think they should put it on their menu. I really tried to eat it slowly, so I could savor every bite.
The staff was friendly and really awesome, the chef is enthusiastic and creative. The price is very reasonable for the heart of Oakville. Would I go back? Absolutely. A++

I have been waiting for a long time for a local pub to start serving some delicious Craft beers and Bru Restaurant has delivered! Now we can enjoy a good beer without driving to Toronto!
This is a small place located on Lakeshore, its a modern bar good for a young adult crowded. They have a rotating selection of beers that are not common, so if you’re going to get a Canadian you should go somewhere else! The staff were friendly and extremely knowledgeable about their product.
The food only made this place better. The Spicy Hosin Squid is a must get, it was sweet and spicy. The squid was perfectly cooked soft, tender and just melted in your mouth. They had a fried chicken poutine which was amazingly delicious!
Needless to say, I’ll be back on Sundays for the $ 5 draft beers! If you haven’t gone yet, what are you waiting for?

Just, wow!!!
Word of warning: make reservations (even if it’s just for 2). We walked in yesterday just after 6pm and while the restaurant was at ¹⁄₃ capacity we were asked if we had reservations. No, we didn’t. The restaurant filled up shortly after, point taken.
The restaurant itself was very nice, the walls are brick with portions taken out and replaced with tea-​light candles. Ladies, the majority of the seating are stools, so bring a purse hanger or it’ll end up on the floor. The service was prompt: we got seated quickly, and the waitress came by to take our orders.
Bru has a large craft beer selection, we ordered the Nicklebrook Continental Drift. It had a hoppy citrus taste, yum! For our entrees we ordered the smokey beef brisket sandwich and the bru-​itto (a special on the board).
The smokey beef brisket sandwich is phenomenal. I walked in with high expectations (due to all the hype from my coworkers) and it did not disappoint. The sandwich is massive, filled with smoked brisket, corn slaw, pickles and gravy. The combination of smokey, crunchy, and saucy worked so well.
The bru-​itto, while more of a wrap then a traditional burrito (had no beans or rice) was delicious as well. It came with pork belly, quesco freshco, pico de gallo, house guac and hot sauce. Both entrees were served with fries and a peppery mayo dipping sauce on the side.
If you’re ever in downtown Oakville, this place is right on Lakeshore between Dorval and Trafalgar. It’s worth the stop!

My first visit at Bru was thru a Unilocal event. I wouldn’t have known about this place until the event has occurred in here.
My first impressions, is that it is small, intimate and loungy feel to the place. Brick walls, fancy wide chairs and TV in all corners. Although I must say, having the bar right in front of the exit is a weird set-​up which makes the front really congested.
I’m not much of a big drinker, so I didn’t look at what’s available on tap. However, I overheard a conversation that they have a well rounded choices that will satisfy most.
We came for the food. We were recommended by the bartender Josh to try out the beef brisket sandwich. I’m glad he did because it was heaven. There are other choices in the menu, but this meal will definitely be the reason I come back to this restaurant. The meat was succulent and the flavours are perfect. If you are here, order it because my description will never amount to what I felt after my first bite.
Overall, this resto gets an A plus. If you are in the Oakville area, this is the place to eat. Friendly staff, good food and good vibe, all the perfect recipe from a good time to a great time.

The beer selection is huge and they has tons of craft brews. I tried Lake of Bays and I would recommend it.
The atmosphere was great, and the food was even better. I had the falafel balls and there were great. They were really unique and had an amazing sauce tasted very authentic. I would highly recommend these. Next I had the pulled pork sliders and these were to die for. They meat was extremely tender and juicy these are hands down the best pulled pork sandwich I have ever had! Next was the cheese balls they were stuffed with amazing cheese even the batter was delicious. The pizza was one of the best not greasy pizzas I’ve ever had.
Overall I highly recommend this place and I’ll be sure to return. If you’re in the Oakville area you have to check out the Bru!

$ 5 Draft on Sundays
An interesting list of beers from local brewery
An extensive and respectable bottle beer list
A chill and friendly atmosphere
An awesome bar area set up that you can interact with your bartender for suggestion and service
A interesting menu: Smokey Beef Brisket ($ 14) (must order if you are a meat lover, oh so tender and moist!)
Hard to believe that you can find all the above at Downtown Oakville.
I would be back next time when I am in Oakville! Hopefully soon!

Bru is located on Lakeshore Rd in beautiful Oakville. The restaurant is very nice with a bar set near the entrance so you don’t have to stumble too far from the entrance after a night of libations.
We were able to get a good taste of their appetizers through smaller hors d’ouevres. The mozzarella bites are incredible. They come with their own bloody mary ketchup and you can taste a bit of the bitterness and the heavy tomato with the ketchup. The pulled pork sliders were done well. The slaw and sauce is what really makes any pulled pork. The fried calamari wasn’t the greatest as it’s mostly batter.
I also ordered a pound of wings. They have 4 different sauces, but the one that stood out to me was maple bacon. The wings are coated well with the sauce, and you can really smell the maple syrup. I didn’t really get a hint of any bacon, but the maple syrup will do just fine.
Menu seems to close in around BBQ and nicer pub food. They have brisket and pulled pork, but also have items like scotch eggs and beef wellington. Either way, this is a good spot to go for curing your hunger pains and your thirst.

Guys… Have you been to Downtown Oakville recently? If you haven’t you really should, a renaissance in local restaurants is happening right now, so amazing that even Michaelangelo would take notice! (The sculptor… Not the ninja turtle, but that would be cool too).
Leading the charge is Chef Shayne at Brü Restaurant located at the corner of Navy at and Lakeshore. Marrying together gastronomic, calorie (and flavour) rich foods and a draught beer line up that’s 100% craft — a marriage that gives birth to beautiful wonderful children.
I had been by previously when they were selling Yel-​PA beer during Unilocal On Tap, but until this time I hadn’t had a chance to try their menu out. Today I made that right — holy hell did I ever *loosens belt buckle*.
Today i righted some wrongs in my life and ate everything my New Years diet had stopped me from enjoying, I threw caution (and properly fitted clothes) to the wind and went buck wild… And despite my small food baby currently in its second trimester in my tummy, I enjoyed every moment.
To begin I broke my scotch egg virginity (that’s right I’ve never had one before) and made their massive egg-​concoction my appetizer. The egg yolk perfectly congealed, still ever so slightly runny, was enveloped with juicy pork sausage, before being fried to perfection, sliced into halves and plated with garnish and a delicious sauce/​aioli.
Realistically, a person with ‘some’ self control would have stopped here. I don’t understand those words so I followed that up with their Smoked Beef Brisket sandwich. Damn. This thing was 8 inches high easily from bun to bun. And most of that was meat! The sandwich was topped with a corn relish and pickles, as well as some other toppings that I didn’t give myself a proper moment to distinguish. Served with a massive plate of fries (fresh cut and brown) which came with an herb aioli, I rapidly and happily assented to calorie heaven.
I gotta give huge props to my server Josh, that guy has more passion about food than any server I’ve encountered in recent memory. In fact when he described the brisket as his «reason for living» I really didn’t have a choice, and I have to agree — everytime someone bites into this sandwich for the first time … An angel gets its wings.
Make your way to Oakville people. Right Now!
Eatcrest out!