Balm Beach Bar & Smokehouse

Our first time going. It was a very windy snowstorm eve.. the restaurant did not have many customers, but we were not alone on this stormy night.

The place filled up at 7pm when the Thurs Eve music began as did half price appies!

The menu has a lot of handhelds and some other options. 3 of our group got the fish and chips, more for lack of other options, not wanting a handheld.. were hoping for a brisket meal or smoked something...
The fish pieces were bit on the small side, hubby was happy he chose the 2 PCE. Gravy was terribly overpriced, $2 for a very small container, some size as tarter sauce and coleslaw.

I had the brisket, peppers onions and cheese on a bun with fires and it was very good, a bit messy, but good.

We were surprised that they did not have any hot drinks, coffee and tea, but the waitress said we could run downstairs to Binghams and bring it up!

Again, it was very windy out and cold... But we had to keep our jackets on, it was so cold inside..the glass windows and doors which would be wonderful, as would the patio were not made for the cold storm coming off the bay.

We may go back again, because it is close by.

Wheelchair accessibility: Numerous stairs to climb, NOT accessible

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Brisket Sandwich

A classic place to have a drink and a bite to eat. Nachos, wings, fries, poutine all your typical comfort bar foods and a full drink selection. The food is pretty good. The decor and the patio deck are fantastic. Great people watching spot and a nice place to watch the sun set. The location is everything. The people are important too. Service at the Balm Beach Bar is typically excellent and most recently, Emma was very nice and looked after our table. Cool bar and a wonderful local option. Amazing location and a fun Spot.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Brisket Poutine, Poutine, Fries, Salad, Potato Fries, Chicken Wings

Loved the Touch Tunes DJ!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sweet Potato Fries, Chicken Wings

Great place to meet people.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fries, Chicken Wings

While the view is great! the music was loud and for a younger crowd not for the age 50+ people who were the only ones there. We sat outside and the tables were sticky, the food was below par, I had their cheese steak sandwich with fries, the fries were good however the sandwich was par with a sub shop, maybe not even that good! so much sweet sauce and slivers of so called brisket. My wife had so called baby back ribs that sure looked like side ribs and were certainly not fall off the bone.
What we had did not taste like it was actually smoked in house . They only had 2 kinds of inexpensive red wine on the menu but only one available. I object to 6 oz (looked like 5) of Farnese for $9.00
The washrooms were filthy.
The service was OK .
The best thing was the view, beer and fries.
We will never go back!
And will tell our friends and acquaintances about our experience.

Dietary restrictions: The server had to leave and get answers to our questions and we were not conviced that our concerns had been taken seriously.

Parking: On the day we went Oct 11th there was lots of parking, the had 30 min free parking and I used that but was constantly looking to see if I was getting ticketed.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Fries

Disappointing experience overall. The service was incredibly slow, and the servers seemed disinterested and unwelcoming. The food, while edible, was quite average and didn't live up to expectations.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Burger, Jerk Chicken, Fries

The food was very good, we had calamari, falafel tacos and chicken tacos. It was fresh and packed with flavour. I’m sure we’ll be coming here again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food and service went there with the wedding party , had a great time and the view of the lake was beautiful

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fries, Brisket Sandwich

Fantastic Food ! Great atmosphere ! Awesome staff ! Definitely worth the ride up.

One of the best sandwiches I had in a while!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fries, Pulled Pork

Expensive for drinks!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Beautiful, convenient, friendly staff, clean and decently priced for the location.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Fries, Potato Fries

The sauce and sweet potato fries are delicious! Very clean, and excellent service. I wish I remember the server's name because she's the main reason for the 5 stars.

The receipt reads Friday, August 26th 2024 before 1:30.: I was greeted by a server who had straight short black hair, petit figure, around 5f6in.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My burger was spectacular and the fries were absolutely delicious. There was a band playing on the beach across the street which made a great meal even better.
Great work by the town council and by this restaurant. I would definitely return.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burger

Great spot to enjoy a ice cold beer on the padio

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5