Cardinal Rule - Full Menu

With only a quick google search for Gluten Free / Vegetarian friendly places to try, we decided to check out The Cardinal Rule. THANK GOODNESS we did. The cook... read more With only a quick google search for Gluten Free / Vegetarian friendly places to try, we decided to check out The Cardinal Rule. THANK GOODNESS we did. The cook turned around as we entered with a friendly 'hello', and the waitress seated us with a welcoming smile. The tables had funky cut outs from tv shows to movies to music stars. Large comfortable bench seating and 80's/90's tunes made us feel right at home. The food! The food! The food! GF onion rings and dill pickle spears are crunchy, not oily and very flavourful. I don't know what the coating was, but it was light, crispy and delicious. A must try for either the rings or the spears.It was a cold, rainy day, so the 'starter' size 3 bean chili was in order (with cheese and chips thank you very much!). It was more than enough for a meal. Just enough.To drink you ask? Well.....great menu. My friends raved over their Hot toddie - wowzers! ...and the 'Boozy coffee' - look out! Me? Well, I had to have their Dill-icious Caesar (with a fried pickle spear on top).... ok, ok.... I had 2. Lip puckering dill briny goodness with a well rimmed glass. Dessert: A simple offering of a 'Sweet & Salty' - Chocolate cake in a small mason jar with chocolate and caramel swirl and fresh whipped cream. C'mon!!The menu has so many amazing items, and we were very happy with the number of 'veg friendly' and Gluten free items. We appreciate they ensure that anything GF is prepared / deep fried in separate areas of the kitchen / deep fryer. No crossing of any food item....... you can leave your EpiPen in the car :) We will be back....oh yes we will !

Six friends and family had an excellent lunch at Cardinal Rule yesterday. Three vegetarians of our group are vegetarians and there were a number of delicious op... read more Six friends and family had an excellent lunch at Cardinal Rule yesterday. Three vegetarians of our group are vegetarians and there were a number of delicious options to satisfy everyone. I shared the vegetarian burger with my daughter and it was delicious as were the latkes! Her partner had french toast and they shared a great salad. My husband had the all day breakfast and loved it. Our friends shared a club and salad that was also very good. The service was very efficient, friendly and fun. I would highly recommend this for anyone!