Shanea M.
Yelp
Price: $40 (about $45 after tax, plus whatever you decide to tip)Time: 12:00 p.m. I recently attended Bonefish Grill's four-course brunch, and it was absolutely worth it. The entire experience cost $40, which included four courses and four paired drinks. When you think about how easily you can spend $40 on just four drinks at a regular restaurant, this brunch is a fantastic deal.The brunch started at 12 p.m. and lasted about an hour for all courses to be served, but they didn't rush you to leave afterward. You could sit, talk, and enjoy the vibe as long as you wanted. Each course came with a paired drink, which made it feel special and thoughtfully curated. First Course - Deviled Egg with Lump CrabThis was their spin on a classic deviled egg. It had lump crab meat on top, which added a nice touch. Personally, I prefer a sweeter deviled egg, but this was still good. It was paired with a pomegranate lemonade, but the drink itself was really tasty and complemented the dish well. Second Course - Shrimp & GritsThis was paired with a whistlepig maple old fashion I'm not a whiskey drinker, so this one was too strong for me--I just took a sip and left it at that.The shrimp and grits, though? Delicious. I'm a big fan of shrimp and grits from another local spot, and these were a close second. The grits were creamy, the shrimp were perfectly cooked, and the sauce tied everything together beautifully. I'd definitely come back just for this dish. On their regular menu, it comes with bacon and potatoes as well, but even without those, it was excellent. Third Course - Huevos RancherosI was skeptical about this one because I don't like eggs. I had requested no eggs when we signed up, but they came with poached eggs anyway. No big deal--I just moved them aside. There was avocado too, which I normally don't like, but I actually ate it and couldn't really taste it; it just added texture.The standout here was the fried crab balls inside--so good. The dish overall surprised me in a good way. It came with another fruity cocktail Strawberry Aperol spritz but it was also very enjoyable. Fourth Course - Crème Brûlée French Toast with Espresso MartiniThe espresso martini was well-made. I don't drink much alcohol, so it tasted too strong for me, but if you like espresso martinis, this would easily be a 10/10. It had that rich, boozy coffee flavor that espresso martini lovers enjoy.The French toast itself was really good--sweet and flavorful--but it was served cold. I believe it was intentional since it was introduced as the dessert course, but I personally would've preferred it warm. Still, it was a tasty end to the meal. Atmosphere & Overall ExperienceThe vibe was lovely. The seating was family-style, with everyone sitting at a long table alongside strangers. You didn't have to interact with others if you didn't want to--we chatted among ourselves, and so did the groups next to us. Service was great: staff came to the table with each course, cleared plates promptly, and made sure everything flowed smoothly. You could also order from the regular menu if you wanted, but honestly, the four courses were more than enough. Some of us couldn't even finish everything.This brunch was a 10/10 experience for me. The food was flavorful, the drinks were well-paired, and the overall vibe was relaxed and enjoyable. For $40, you get a lot of value--especially if you like to try a variety of drinks. Even as someone who skipped two of the stronger drinks, I still felt it was worth every penny.I'm not sure how often Bonefish Grill does these brunch events, but I do know they held this particular one over two days (Saturday and Sunday). Their next four-course brunch is at the end of the month--October 30th or 31st--and it's Wicked-themed, inspired by the movie Wicked. The menu looked like it leaned heavily into seafood dishes, and that event is priced at $70.I'm assuming the price increase is due to the theme and the higher cost of seafood. If you're a fan of Wicked, love seafood, and $70 fits your budget in this economy, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation for that one--it looks like it'll be a fun and delicious experience. Otherwise, I'd keep an eye out for another $40 brunch like the one I attended, because it was excellent value and a truly enjoyable experience.