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Broken English Bistro

4.6 378 reviews 12:00 AM - 7:00 PM 543 Speedvale Ave E, Guelph, ON N1E 1P7, Canada

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Broken English Bistro, located at 543 Speedvale Ave E in Guelph, is a charming eatery that offers authentic Polish cuisine in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. Patrons rave about the homemade pierogies, described as flavorful and perfectly textured, while the schnitzel, seasoned to perfection, has garnered devoted fans as well. Customers such as Janine Abuluyan and SC highlight the lovely service and the bistro’s inviting vibe, making it a favored spot for casual meals with family and friends.
Oliver Pavia recommends the delightful pierogis paired with cucumber and dill salad, reflecting the bistro’s focus on Eastern European classics like cabbage rolls and schnitzels. Many reviews emphasize the friendly staff, who enhance the dining experience, contributing to a homey feel that keeps customers returning. Dessert is also a standout, with offerings that leave a lasting impression.
In a town buzzing with options, Broken English Bistro stands out for its delicious menu and warm hospitality. Whether dining in or opting for takeout, this hidden gem truly deserves recognition as a must-visit destination for lovers of authentic Polish comfort food.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safespace
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Broken English Bistro before visiting.

Reviews for Broken English Bistro

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Review highlights

Based on 378 reviews

Broken English Bistro in Guelph is consistently praised for its authentic Polish and Eastern European cuisine, featuring standout dishes like pierogies, schnitzel, and cabbage rolls. Reviewers frequently highlight the homemade quality and rich flavors of the food, as well as the well-curated, focused menu. The bistro’s cozy and charming atmosphere contributes to a welcoming dining experience, often described as homey and inviting. Patrons also appreciate the friendly and attentive service, noting both the staff and owners for their warmth and hospitality. The restaurant’s thoughtful presentation of sides and desserts enhances the overall meal, and its casual yet pleasant setting, including a beautiful patio, makes it a favored spot for both casual lunches and family dinners. Furthermore, many visitors express a desire to return and explore additional menu items, reflecting strong customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Janine Abuluyan
Jun 24, 2025

Charming little bistro with authentic Polish food. My partner and I went in for the first time on a Saturday afternoon and had a lovely lunch. He had the cabbage roll dinner with mashed potatoes and coleslaw and I had the sausage dinner ...

Oliver Pavia
Jun 15, 2025

I drive by this place everyday on my way to work and always wondered about it. Well we went there last week and LOVED our experience. Definitely recommend the pierogis and cucumber/dill salad together! So delicious we went back this week (I also recommend the schnitzel on a bun) Beautiful patio and wonderful staff.

SC
May 25, 2025

Oh how we love this Bistro so much! All the food we had was so delicious and they really made us feel at home! The perogies were so yummy and just the right texture, the schnitzel was very well seasoned, the desserts were out of this world! And the beautiful server and owners were so sweet to us, they even gave our son 2 yummy chocolate cakes which he swallowed up whole! This is definitely our new favourite spot just close to home and we plan on coming often to support their business!!! Oh yes also please try the import beer, it was very light and delicious and paired well with our perogies!

Sean Yo
May 09, 2025

Delightful spot in town which deserves to be much better known. Authentic home cooked Polish cuisine. Pierogies and more frozen and available to take home. Great, focused menu. Welcoming staff, lovely atmosphere for a casual meal with friends and family. Don't miss this great local, family restaurant!

Johanna Solomon
Apr 28, 2025

Very cute place with a home-y atmosphere. The menu contains Eastern European classics like pierogies, schnitzel and cabbage rolls. It's also nice that there are a variety of sides you can choose from. I especially loved the pierogies! Super flavorful and you can tell that it's homemade. Staff is friendly and the timing is decent considering it's made fresh. Surely coming back to try other items on the menu.

Morla Phan
Apr 14, 2025

This place is definitely worth driving from the other side of town for. I absolutely LOVED the pierogies, and was pleasantly surprised by how well the cucumber salad went with it (it was recommended). The interior is so bright and beautifully decorated. The woman who served us was so kind. I was tempted to buy some frozen pierogies to bring home but I think idrrather just come back and have it made proper for me again! I cannot recommend this place enough!

Chris G
Mar 30, 2025

I'm not sure how I have never heard of this place. Today was my mom's birthday so I wanted to take her out, we are Croatian and mom loves the Slavic food. So my wife looked up european restaurants in Guelph and this place came up. Just around the corner from our home, we took mom for lunch. Wow! What a great experience! The restaurant is small but very quaint and VERY clean. I ordered pierogies, my wife had the goulash and mom had the schnitzel. Everything was delicious and the presentation was immaculate. Plus they have nice Polish beer!!! We really enjoyed our experience and will definitely be back. They have a large patio that we can just imagine is beautiful in the summer. We will definitely be back soon!!! Nazdravlje!

Grzegorz Radziwonowski
Mar 13, 2025

Fantastic quality - the cucumber and dill salad was fresh and flavourful, and the cheese pierogies were lightly fried with bacon, easily some of the best pierogies I've ever had. If you're in Guelph, this is a must visit!

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Address
543 Speedvale Ave E, Guelph, ON N1E 1P7, Canada
Price range
$10–20
Category
Restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 12:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Thursday (Today) 12:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Friday 12:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday 12:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

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