Reviews - Bowstring Grill
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Bowstring is a clean, casual spot known for standout items like steak, stromboli, fried pickles and solid pizza, making it popular with families and travelers. Food quality fluctuates—some fried dishes impress while others taste processed—and fries are ordinary. Service ranges from exceptional bartenders to slow, inattentive shifts and occasional long kitchen delays. Inside can be loud; the patio offers a calmer experience. Free parking and a friendly vibe draw repeat customers, but expect occasional service and timing hiccups.
Was DANIELLE AYR TAVARES DE ALMEIDA at Bowstring Grill a mag?
Was seated then forgot about. After 10-15 minutes had to flag someone down just to get drinks. The steak was the best ever though, cooked just right and tasted amazing! View all feedback.
What HerbnKathyRV dislikes about Bowstring Grill:
Typical bar food. Menu said the fish was freshly battered, looked more like frozen fish sticks, but tasty. The Cole slaw was good, fries were nothing special. Thursday afternoon early dinner with friends at 5pm, we thought we'd beat the crowds and the noise. Well, we beat the crowds (a few folks in the opposite corner at the bar) and about three other tables occupied, but the had the music turned up loud enough that... View all feedback.
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Last update : 24.02.2025
Great place to eat with friendly staff. The fried pickles are excellent. Tried the stromboli and it was outstanding. Cindy the owner has really made this little restaurant worth driving up here. Thank you, Bowstrings for another wonderful dinner!!!!!
Fantastic. Had the filet mignon. Cooked to perfection.Recommended dishes Mac Cheese, Side Salad …More
I’m giving them the best review I can because they were just finishing up holding a charity event and were severely short staffed. My sister and I popped in here while in Cardington after a cross country race. We had a hard time finding parking, had to get our own menus and seat ourselves. All the empty tables hadn’t been bussed so we just slid the dirty glasses to one side so he had room. The overall atmosphere of the place was laid back and very relaxing, I’m sure a favorite with the locals. We sat in our booth for probably 20 minutes before we eventually flagged down the only waitress they had, and she was super overwhelmed. The bar was full with what appeared to be two bartenders when we placed our drink orders along with our meal. We got our food fairly quick and had we not ordered waters we wouldn’t have had drinks in time for our meal. I ordered a beer and my sister an Amaretto sour which didn’t show up till after our meals were gone. They were good enough to not charge us for our drinks but by time they got there we were ready to go. The food was good, but nothing we couldn’t have gotten at any other bar and grill. I hope next time they make sure they have more staff on hand if they are gonna try to do regular business while run a charity event, we were really looking forward to this stop and we’re really let down.
We went to grab some dinner last night. As usual the food was excellent. Kendra was our waitress she did an awesome job!! She is a keeper!!!
Passing through town and stopped, was not expecting what we walked into. Amazing location with great food and amazing staff. We will 100% be back and look forward to coming back.
Last update : 24.02.2025
The finest steaks in the region.
Last update : 22.09.2024
Great food and great service ?
Takes awhile. My mushroom burger was burnt an dry
I had an incredible experience at this restaurant, and the food was outstanding. Honestly, I'm not sure if you can relate to this, but I believe it's even better than Hyde Park—and it's more affordable too! They sell out quickly, so be sure to arrive early and bring a good appetite!
Matt Douds, the owner of Bowstring, is truly exceptional. He is both kind and compassionate, and it shows in everything he does. The prices are fantastic, and the food is even more impressive. If you haven't had the chance to try it, you're missing out!
I visited for the first time tonight, and I loved everything about it—the service, the food, and the atmosphere. I've definitely found a new favorite place for wings and beer, and I will be back for sure!
