Bonifay food - our experience

[kittygilchrist]

Took 3 family members to Bonifay for lunch to my embarrassment! Steaks were thin, fatty and profusely sprinkled with extremely salty seasoning. Service was ok, but waitress was new and had to shuttle to the kitchen with questions.

[Skip2MySue]

Took 3 family members to Bonifay for lunch to my embarrassment! Steaks were thin, fatty and profusely sprinkled with extremely salty seasoning. Service was ok, but waitress was new and had to shuttle to the kitchen with questions.

It used to be one of our favorite places for lunch or dinner but something happened once they opened Evans Prarie and it went straight down hill. Menu items were eliminated and it seemed the choices were reduced. Tried it for dinner a couple of weeks ago and it still didn't wow us. But believe it or not we had a delicious meal and great service at Havana a couple of nights later!!!!:a040:
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[travelguy]

It used to be one of our favorite places for lunch or dinner but something happened once they opened Evans Prarie and it went straight down hill. Menu items were eliminated and it seemed the choices were reduced. Tried it for dinner a couple of weeks ago and it still didn't wow us. But believe it or not we had a delicious meal and great service at Havana a couple of nights later!!!!:a040:
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this is unusual as we had lunch there on the 13th and it was just terrific.

[Bogie Shooter]

Took 3 family members to Bonifay for lunch to my embarrassment! Steaks were thin, fatty and profusely sprinkled with extremely salty seasoning. Service was ok, but waitress was new and had to shuttle to the kitchen with questions.

What did the manager say?

[Rebel Pirate]

Took 3 family members to Bonifay for lunch to my embarrassment! Steaks were thin, fatty and profusely sprinkled with extremely salty seasoning. Service was ok, but waitress was new and had to shuttle to the kitchen with questions.

Whether one likes (or doesn't like), prefers (or doesn't prefer), hates (or loves) a particular dish and the way it's been prepared is literally a matter of "taste". One individual's taste may differ drastically from the next individual's taste, and is influenced by many variables (including things that can't be changed) like culture, experience, and (things that can be changed) like what was the last thing you ate/drank that left a taste in your mouth, how hungry/thirsty you are, etc. I've dined at very well known restaurants that enjoy a great reputation and have been pleased one time and disappointed the next. Our expectations are perhaps the biggest influence on our pleasure/disappointment. I've dined at Bonifay many times and have not yet been terribly disappointed. One thing I recognize is that ALL restaurants occasionally have a brand new employee who is not yet familiar with their systems/protocols that can translate into "poor service." If someone is disappointed multiple times with the dining experience at a particular restaurant, it's best to move on to other alternatives, and perhaps return after a sufficient time has passed. For me, Bonifay has turned out to be a great neighborhood restaurant and bar. To each his own taste!!

[kittygilchrist]

The manager said "I'll go see what's going on in the kitchen." I don't recall having a steak cooked by a chef who used seasoning salt. It was almost inedible, and I love salt!

[gomoho]

Had bad experiences in most of the cc's we've eaten at - the only one that has been consistent is Mallory.

[travelguy]

Had bad experiences in most of the cc's we've eaten at - the only one that has been consistent is Mallory.

consistently good or consistently bad?:ohdear:

[justjim]

Of all the Country Clubs, Lopez's Legacy has been consistency good time after time. In addition the overall decor and ambiliance is better than the other Country Clubs----just wish it wasnt all the way up at the other end of TV from where we live. We live close to Bonifay and it has been "okay" ---especially like the outside bar. You can get a mediocre meal anywhere and at anytime.

[wendyquat]

I can not decide if the food at some places we eat isn't as good or if I have just gotten tired of it because owe eat out so much! I suspect the primary problem might be the skyrocketing food costs. Maybe the restaurants are having to cut quality in an effort to keep costs down. I also agree that we all have different tastes and what might suit me would not be good to you. We recently tried a Mexican restaurant based on the reviews on this board and I did not find the food good at all! Apparently many found it pleasing!

[ssmith]

We ate at Bonifay a week ago Sunday. My husband had a good sandwich and I had a good salad. Many were having what looked to be a good breakfast buffet but we were not hungry enough to have all that food. Was a bit surprised by the decor but it was all in all a good experience. Just had to give my 2cents since we actually were there.

[gomoho]

Had bad experiences in most of the cc's we've eaten at - the only one that has been consistent is Mallory.

That wasn't very clear, was it? consistently GOOD.

[graciegirl]

Our dear granddaughter, the journalist, would suggest to the OP to change the title to...

"Disappointed in the meal we had at Bonifay. Have others had the same experience?"

[Heartnsoul]

I agree with above poster. I also think restaurants cutting down as food prices so high so they buy cheaper cuts and season it to death. My biggest complaint when dining out is no veggies. I love veggies, try to eat healthy and since you hardly get any, I think I'll start cooking more!! Just have to find the time. lol

[Cedwards38]

My experience at Bonifay has always been positive. Never had a bad meal, and never had bad service.

[blueash]

Her grandmother told her a billion times NOT to exaggerate

Gracie, I see what you did there.

[graciegirl]

Her grandmother told her a billion times NOT to exaggerate

Gracie, I see what you did there.

Being in the business of kids, Blueash, I am sure you agree.

Good parenting is repeating, over and over....and sometimes with a bit of humor.

[NJblue]

My theory about food quality in TV:

One thing that is unique to TV is the amount of times that people dine out. Unlike other areas where it is a special treat to dine out and hence people are willing to pay more for high quality food, in TV price is king so that people can afford the number of times that they dine out every week. The CCs have to compete based on price or else they will not survive. One key to getting reasonable quality is to never order anything that would ordinarly cost much more outside TV. Steak is an example. If I see a price for a steak dinner that is much more reasonable than I would be expected to pay in other areas, I will not order it since it probably will be inferior quality beef. The old addage "you get what you pay for" is still true.

[zonerboy]

In my experience, the quality of food at most Villages country club restaurants is similar to that at Applebee's or other middle of the road chain restaurants.
I would not expect to get a good steak there. Pizza, sandwiches, meatloaf, yes. But if you want a good steak, go elsewhere.
P.S. Nancy Lopez is a possible exception to this rule of thumb.

[784caroline]

Just had the Breakfeast buffet at Bonifay this morning. For $6.99 you get a great made to order omlet plus sides of everything from bacon (actually crispy) pork sausage, french toast, scramble eggs, fruit selection, potatoes and much more. This omlet, (which can include evereything from sausage, bacon, cheese, onions, hot peprers, green pepers, tomatos, and mushrooms), was very good. When the first omlet line got crowded, they opened up a second line. Unlimited coffee was $2.25 so it came to about $10 per person plus tip. BTW: Service was prompt with the coffee and take up of the plates. Absolutely no complaints on the breakfeast we had at Bonifay today..and we would highly recomend it.

[looneycat]

Just had the Breakfeast buffet at Bonifay this morning. For $6.99 you get a great made to order omlet plus sides of everything from bacon (actually crispy) pork sausage, french toast, scramble eggs, fruit selection, potatoes and much more. This omlet, (which can include evereything from sausage, bacon, cheese, onions, hot peprers, green pepers, tomatos, and mushrooms), was very good. When the first omlet line got crowded, they opened up a second line. Unlimited coffee was $2.25 so it came to about $10 per person plus tip. BTW: Service was prompt with the coffee and take up of the plates. Absolutely no complaints on the breakfeast we had at Bonifay today..and we would highly recomend it.

had the same (breakfast) experience at Bonifay, nice buffet (omelets, peppers) with lots of goodies (tomatoes)!

[Shimpy]

Just had the Breakfeast buffet at Bonifay this morning. For $6.99 you get a great made to order omlet plus sides of everything from bacon (actually crispy) pork sausage, french toast, scramble eggs, fruit selection, potatoes and much more. This omlet, (which can include evereything from sausage, bacon, cheese, onions, hot peprers, green pepers, tomatos, and mushrooms), was very good. When the first omlet line got crowded, they opened up a second line. Unlimited coffee was $2.25 so it came to about $10 per person plus tip. BTW: Service was prompt with the coffee and take up of the plates. Absolutely no complaints on the breakfeast we had at Bonifay today..and we would highly recomend it.

I've done the same buffet twice but never again. I asked guy making omelets if I could have it made with Egg Beaters and he said "yes" and then proceeded to scoop the eggs from the regular eggs he used for everyone. I'm not sure his English was very good. The rest of the buffet was cold potatoes and fruit selection of canalope only. Another in our party choose to have the scrambled eggs from the buffet and said they were cold. $12.00 for that breakfast including coffee and tip was a ripoff.

[mfearn285]

this is unusual as we had lunch there on the 13th and it was just terrific.

I agree - I had Breakfast there a week ago and it was fantastic and had dinner there a few nights later and found it to be wonderful!!!!!

[OnTrack]

We had breakfast there a few weeks back...and no complaints from me.

As noted above, the bacon was crispy and since that and eggs are all I really require for breakfast...I was happy.

My wife ordered off of the menu and while I don't recall what she had, she was less than thrilled.

For those eating other than the breakfast buffet, maybe the right type of beverage could enhance the palate?

Like a large glass of.........TV Kool-Aid?

:D

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[Bill32]

I agree with above poster. I also think restaurants cutting down as food prices so high so they buy cheaper cuts and season it to death. My biggest complaint when dining out is no veggies. I love veggies, try to eat healthy and since you hardly get any, I think I'll start cooking more!! Just have to find the time. lol

Mallory CC still has veggies and they are sauteed with light seasoning not boiled.

[Bill32]

My theory about food quality in TV:

One thing that is unique to TV is the amount of times that people dine out. Unlike other areas where it is a special treat to dine out and hence people are willing to pay more for high quality food, in TV price is king so that people can afford the number of times that they dine out every week. The CCs have to compete based on price or else they will not survive. One key to getting reasonable quality is to never order anything that would ordinarly cost much more outside TV. Steak is an example. If I see a price for a steak dinner that is much more reasonable than I would be expected to pay in other areas, I will not order it since it probably will be inferior quality beef. The old addage "you get what you pay for" is still true.

good point

[skip0358]

My neighbor called last night and said hey we're going to Bonifay want to join us. Well after reading the latest posts I was doubtful about going. We got there were seated outside, waiter was there right away took our beverage order said I'll give you afew minutes to look over the menu. He came back and took our orders. Food came out in short order , four different entrées and all were very good. Two of us asked for a togo box as they didn't finish their meal. So long story short I'm glad we went and as others have said one bad meal doesn't make for a bad restaurant. JMO

[graciegirl]

We had breakfast there a few weeks back...and no complaints from me.

As noted above, the bacon was crispy and since that and eggs are all I really require for breakfast...I was happy.

My wife ordered off of the menu and while I don't recall what she had, she was less than thrilled.

For those eating other than the breakfast buffet, maybe the right type of beverage could enhance the palate?

Like a large glass of.........TV Kool-Aid?

:D

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DON'T DRINK IT!!! Don't Drink it!!!! You might turn out just like me.

[stuckinparadise]

Oh Gracie, you are hilarious!

[OlThymer48]

I had dinner there once with some friends, I enjoyed it; no complaints.

[travelguy]

consistently good food and superior service; and the atmosphere is great. and the prices are good also.

[gomoho]

consistently good food and superior service; and the atmosphere is great. and the prices are good also.go

To each his own - one man's junk is another man' treasure. We all have different tastes and go try for yourself and you be the judge. :icon_wink:

[kittygilchrist]

:agree:
As many have said, some like what they got, some don't! I especially like Bonifay's hearts of palm salad. I ordered "swamp cabbage" as an appetizer and after some linguistic dancing, enjoyed it. They make a good salad with it too.

[collie1228]

We had dinner last evening at Bonifay, and it was a good experience. The service was outstanding, we were seated right away (about 6:00PM) and the food was good. Our food was somewhat salty too (grilled grouper and traditional meatloaf), but not to the point of being "bad". The crab and corn soup was excellent. Love the decor. We'll be back.

[Bogie Shooter]

Looks like the title of this thread is not accepted by all...........should it be changed?

[billethkid]

be wary of food establishments that serve salty foods regularly. It is one method of keeping not so fresh foods from going into the trash (where it belongs!!!).

btk

[OnTrack]

Looks like the title of this thread is not accepted by all...........should it be changed?

Why?

It is simply the opinion of the OP. :shrug:

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[kittygilchrist]

Looks like the title of this thread is not accepted by all...........should it be changed?

Bogie, on reading your post, I tried to change it to Bonifay food in the eye of the patron, but as Hal said in 2001 Space Odyseey, "I'm sorry Dave, I can't do that."

[kittygilchrist]

be wary of food establishments that serve salty foods regularly. It is one method of keeping not so fresh foods from going into the trash (where it belongs!!!).

btk

I considered the possibility that the salt taste was from msg, but if so it was sprinkled on and could be scraped off.