Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
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Alli701
Hamilton, Canada66 contributions
May 2022
We go every year for my husband's birthday. Unfortunately we had to miss two years due to the pandemic; this was our first trip back since 2019. They have changed the storyline, which I liked. The portions of chicken were huge, and the food was all quite good. Our server, Nicole, was very nice and attentive. There were social-distancing protocols in place, like spacing between parties, and sections entering and exiting one at a time to prevent a huge pile of people being crammed together. Several people were wearing masks, although it's not required.
Written May 16, 2022
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Kay
Aberdeen, UK4 contributions
Aug 2022
Classic family and friends fun! We went to celebrate a birthday and it was definitely a great experience where we had fun and best of all, didn't need to think about food.
The quality of the food is par with like a Swiss Chalet but the quantities are massive and you will not need food until the next day!
The performances are done really well and you will be cheering very loudly a lot.
Overall would recommend for families and friend groups of all ages for some good fun. VIP upgrades are definitely a must for the best experience (like 50% of guests when I went were VIP)
The quality of the food is par with like a Swiss Chalet but the quantities are massive and you will not need food until the next day!
The performances are done really well and you will be cheering very loudly a lot.
Overall would recommend for families and friend groups of all ages for some good fun. VIP upgrades are definitely a must for the best experience (like 50% of guests when I went were VIP)
Written August 7, 2022
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jasminejazz_2014
Grande Prairie, Canada80 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
My family of four ( 1.5 yr old & 4 yr old kids) really enjoyed the 2 hr show. I tottaly recommend it! The show is very well paced, they serve you each course of food perfectly. They serve pop or water with dinner. Dinner is tomato soup, garlic bread, chicken, corn on the cob. Then desert is little mini vanilla ice cream cups with caramel. Coffe or tea included.The knights throw flowers into the crowd for the ladies.
Extras - any alcoholic drinks, if you want pictures, and parking was $14. For the basic package for 2 adults and 1 child it came to around $165.
I really enjoyed it, you get to eat with your fingers and cheer and jeer all night long.
Extras - any alcoholic drinks, if you want pictures, and parking was $14. For the basic package for 2 adults and 1 child it came to around $165.
I really enjoyed it, you get to eat with your fingers and cheer and jeer all night long.
Written January 1, 2020
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dogpaw2016
Cambridge, Canada48 contributions
Jun 2022
Quality of food was alarming. I have been to Medieval times at this location about 10 times over the years. This was the worst. They start out with a soup. They pour it from warmer jugs, so there is no consistency about how much you get. Our group was the last for our servers (Daniel;s) area, My husband tilted his bowl without lifting it off the plate and could see the bottom of his bowl without spilling any out the other side. All of us got the same amount. So we each were given about a tablespoon of soup.
The chicken was served next. The skin was soggy, and mine was actually missing the skin. The chicken was very dried out, that it had a weird feeling when you tried to rip it apart. You could feel the texture, like trying to rip a piece of felt. Weird. The half potato was well seasoned, and the 1/4 piece of corn was crispy and good. During the meal, they come around and try to sell you pictures. Your hands are greasy, you're trying to watch the show, and get interrupted to go digging in your purse for your wallet. The dessert is frozen chocolate éclair. Then the waiter comes around and reminds you /asks for tips. When he comes around again, (most we saw him the entire night) Not once did we get asked for a re-fill on pop. WE gave him a tip then asked who it was from. WE said the group of 5 but then he went and placed a small plate and a written tip request in front of the two adults in our group, and then came back around moments later and asked if they had saw it. Three times they asked for a tip. BUT not once was I asked if I wanted more water or pop... I guess the priorities are different.
The chicken was served next. The skin was soggy, and mine was actually missing the skin. The chicken was very dried out, that it had a weird feeling when you tried to rip it apart. You could feel the texture, like trying to rip a piece of felt. Weird. The half potato was well seasoned, and the 1/4 piece of corn was crispy and good. During the meal, they come around and try to sell you pictures. Your hands are greasy, you're trying to watch the show, and get interrupted to go digging in your purse for your wallet. The dessert is frozen chocolate éclair. Then the waiter comes around and reminds you /asks for tips. When he comes around again, (most we saw him the entire night) Not once did we get asked for a re-fill on pop. WE gave him a tip then asked who it was from. WE said the group of 5 but then he went and placed a small plate and a written tip request in front of the two adults in our group, and then came back around moments later and asked if they had saw it. Three times they asked for a tip. BUT not once was I asked if I wanted more water or pop... I guess the priorities are different.
Written June 6, 2022
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Thank you for providing your feedback and letting us know about these issues, Good Noble. We set a high standard for ourselves and are truly sorry to hear that standard was not met during your visit to the castle. Please get in touch with us at toronto@medievaltimes.com and provide us with more information regarding your experience and we'd be happy to discuss with you further. Thank you.
Written June 9, 2022
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kemp42
9 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
After my visit it was evident that the horses were only performing because they were afraid of being whipped, in one instance the horse was actually running from its trainer as a part of the routine. The rest of the show is (for the most part) well choreographed. There is the ability to do a jousting show with consideration for the horses well being and safety, I cannot say that I am impressed with that part of the experience. You don’t need to whip a horse into doing tricks for an audience to be entertained, let alone have the volume that loud while the horses are on the stage.
For the dining, vegan and vegetarian options are essentially the same. Aside from a slice of cake and ice cream where sherbet is provided for the vegan dish. There isn’t anything bad about the options provided, it’s a step in the right direction but compared to the amount of food provided for non-vegan patrons, there was considerably less available for the same price.
The show itself was relatively entertaining for kids, as for adults, you would be more interested by the jousting and maybe the sword fighting. It is more of an experience catered towards younger kids and that isn’t a bad thing but I’d say there is much work to be done in the direction of treating animals humanely, especially when you cater to vegan and vegetarian diners, I don’t think those sort of customers enjoy watching horses whipped so that they can courtesy.
For the dining, vegan and vegetarian options are essentially the same. Aside from a slice of cake and ice cream where sherbet is provided for the vegan dish. There isn’t anything bad about the options provided, it’s a step in the right direction but compared to the amount of food provided for non-vegan patrons, there was considerably less available for the same price.
The show itself was relatively entertaining for kids, as for adults, you would be more interested by the jousting and maybe the sword fighting. It is more of an experience catered towards younger kids and that isn’t a bad thing but I’d say there is much work to be done in the direction of treating animals humanely, especially when you cater to vegan and vegetarian diners, I don’t think those sort of customers enjoy watching horses whipped so that they can courtesy.
Written August 20, 2021
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Hello Your Grace - we addressed your concerns in an earlier review. We encourage you to visit our website where you will find an intimate portrait of our horse program. Our horses are our most prized team members and enjoy paddock time at the castle and farm time just north of the city. Thank you
Written September 13, 2021
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ryan s
1 contribution
Jul 2022
The show was good, the cast, attitude and atmosphere of the arena were fantastic. However, during the final battle between the knights, our server was having trouble with the debit machine for the couple next to us. the server stood in front of my children for at least 4 minutes trying to get the machine to work, when he could have moved off to the isle. i asked the server if he could move so my kids could see (politely), but he either didn't hear me, or deliberately ignored me. This REALLY took away from my children's experience, as it was the final fight between the knights. The food i found to be poor as well, although it was nice and hot, the quality wasnt there. i got a soggy piece of corn, soggy chicken, and cold soup. the desert had the potential to be delicious, but it was still frozen when it arrived to us. All that said, i feel like we really didnt get the experience we had paid for. red and yellow knight, table 12, July 31st
Written August 2, 2022
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Deanne H
5 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
It was our fourth time at medieval times. It was again enjoyable but I dropped a star as the announcing of not only birthdays this time but also people’s “1st visit to Medieval Times!” was annoying to say the least. That took up I would say 10-12 minutes of the show. I can understand birthdays but seriously they need to cut that out as it’s out of control. 5 or 6 birthdays and anniversaries I understand but there were probably 20+ announced. Food was plentiful as usual everything was a bit over cooked (food comment only posted for management-but since there was so much food we certainly did not go hungry) and the show was entertaining. Parking was $15.
Written October 3, 2021
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Tim A
Beamsville, Canada27 contributions
Jan 2023
The show was wonderful and Sage our wench was exceptional. She was funny and friendly with the kids. Everyone was amazed at how she could carry the tray on her head. Sage took the time to stop and chat and made sure everyone was comfortable. Even though we were a large group she made individual connections where she could.
The best part of the night was that our Knight not only won - he was the hero!!
The girls with us were over-joyed when they received the flowers.
The best part of the night was that our Knight not only won - he was the hero!!
The girls with us were over-joyed when they received the flowers.
Written February 2, 2023
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Martin C
Halton Hills, Canada70 contributions
Mar 2020 • Business
Attended the dinner and show recently and must say we were all very impressed! The show was varied and entertaining well choreographed, sparks flew as swords clashed!
Considering the food is produced en-mass for a large audience it really was very good! Hot tasty tomato soup, although would have liked to have the garlic bread sooner to accompany it. The half chicken was moist very tasty, the half seasoned jacket spud was fantastic, although the corn was unfortunately over boiled. Dessert ice cream with Carmel sauce, you can’t go wrong with ice cream!
Our vegetarian friends enjoyed their meal options too, all in all a fun evening for all who attended.
The hardworking servers were great, hustling and bustling to feed and water us all with smiles on their faces.
Thank you Medieval Times for a great group outing.
Considering the food is produced en-mass for a large audience it really was very good! Hot tasty tomato soup, although would have liked to have the garlic bread sooner to accompany it. The half chicken was moist very tasty, the half seasoned jacket spud was fantastic, although the corn was unfortunately over boiled. Dessert ice cream with Carmel sauce, you can’t go wrong with ice cream!
Our vegetarian friends enjoyed their meal options too, all in all a fun evening for all who attended.
The hardworking servers were great, hustling and bustling to feed and water us all with smiles on their faces.
Thank you Medieval Times for a great group outing.
Written March 8, 2020
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jenniferjp1981
Strathroy, Canada30 contributions
Sep 2021 • Family
A great night!!!
My kids and us had so much fun!! This was our second time with our older two, and first for our youngest. My daughter was enthralled with our Knight, who gave her both the flower and the Queen of the Tournament 💙💙 He totally made her night.
Even with the restrictions the staff was amazing. Our wench was great with the kids as well.
We will be back!
The food was great as well!! Chicken done very nicely, potatoes and soup were perfect. Great job all around!!
My kids and us had so much fun!! This was our second time with our older two, and first for our youngest. My daughter was enthralled with our Knight, who gave her both the flower and the Queen of the Tournament 💙💙 He totally made her night.
Even with the restrictions the staff was amazing. Our wench was great with the kids as well.
We will be back!
The food was great as well!! Chicken done very nicely, potatoes and soup were perfect. Great job all around!!
Written October 17, 2021
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Is there a menu for Vegetarian or Gluten free?
22travelling
Cambridge, Canada4 contributions
No.
alan s
Moncton, Canada
Where to park at medieval
22travelling
Cambridge, Canada4 contributions
Behind the Medieval Times building
Do you still have the birthday club?
jenniferjp1981
Strathroy, Canada30 contributions
The best way to get the most accurate answer is to call the location you plan on going to.
If the show is at 1:30, what time do we eat?
Valentina B
Toronto, Canada52 contributions
You eat and watch the show at the same time
is it handicapped accessible? My son is in a wheelchair. Should I purchase tickets before hand or when I get there?
Loly107
Toronto, Canada26 contributions
Yes, it is. I am no rollator and I left my walker in a specific place and walked down assisted by my son to our VIP seats. As for a wheelchair, they will give you a choice as to how to get to your seat.
It is wheelchair accessible. It is advisable to buy your tickets ahead or get one of the offers from the Internet to save.
How much is it to get a persons birthday announced during the show? For you Spring in to Savings do university students qualify as students or is it just public and high school?
Fairchild
Barrie, Canada15 contributions
It doesn’t cost anything to have a persons name mentioned if you get the celebration package it is part of the birthday package and the birthday person gets free admission!!
Are they open on January 1 2019
Vladimiramirela
Mississauga, Canada1,872 contributions
I suggest giving them a call: (416) 260-1170
In any case, it is advisable to have a reservation, therefore you need to contact them prior to your visit, in any case.
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