Muddy Rudder Bar & Grill in Alma

8598 Main St, Alma, NB E4H 1N5, Canada

★★★★☆
(364 reviews)
Categories: Bar & grill

About

Newly built and officially opened June of 2020, the Muddy Rudder Bar & Grill serves up fresh local seafood, pasta, salads, and much more, in a casual dining setting! Sit outside on our patio to breath in the fresh Bay of Fundy air, or relax inside our air conditioned dining room. Stop by to grab a quick bite to eat, a full meal, or a craft beer straight from our local brewery.. We’re sure to have something to please everyone! Our friendly staff members are waiting to greet you! ⚓️🦞🍔🥩🥗🍺🍷

Website
facebook.com
Address
8598 Main St, Alma, NB E4H 1N5, Canada
Plus Code
J323+GW Alma, New Brunswick, Canada
Time Zone
America/Halifax

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–8 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–7 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Highlights
Live music Live performances
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Food Spirits Wine
Dining options
Breakfast Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.4
★★★★☆
364 reviews

Most Mentioned

fish and chips (25) breakfast (21) lobster roll (13) clams (12) patio (12) seafood chowder (10) scallops (9) coleslaw (9) batter (6) gluten-free (5)
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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★★★★★
September 30, 2024

On a recent motorcycle trip we stopped in to the Muddy Rudder Bar and Grill for lunch. Promptly greeted and seated, we opted for the patio dining. We ordered a burger, and fish and chips and didn't wait long to dig in. Both meals were truly excellent. My husband is a burger aficionado and he was very happy with his meal. Fries were very good, lightly seasoned. Portions were very good, I could not finish. A glass of wine and a beer topped the visit off nicely.

★★★★★
August 12, 2024

Camden provided great service! We also caught part of the live music set up outside which was awesome. We went on Monday, "Burger Day". The sweet potato fries were delicious and so was the poutine, with beef gravy. Captain Burger (available on regular menu) was delicious and so was the burger of the day, sloppy joe burger. We went early (5pm) so it wasn't too busy, in and out in an hour. We have gone before when it's very busy (wing night Thursday) and it does take longer but wings are very good. You can get them breaded or "naked" with sauce on them or on the side. A favorite there is the chicken club sandwich.

★★
July 27, 2024

Not a lot of places in Alma so we went here. Food was average. They had some deal on wings so I got that which came with no veggies or fries. My BF got the lobster roll which surpassed all our disappointment. We also requested for a beer which we never got and ended up cancelling the order for it. The waiter never once came to check in on us and if needed anything and seemed all over the place. The service was barely present.

★★★★★
July 25, 2024

Amazing food! Was abit worried about the food sizes, but I was surprised by the huge portions. Good server and good ambience.

★★★★★
July 6, 2024

Great food! Service was on point! Would come here again for the seafood platter and the Holy Whale local craft beer.

★★★★★
May 31, 2024

Recently renovated, spotless establishment (even the kitchen) and beautifully appointed with bright, modern, spacious decor. The outdoor dining area looked very comfortable as well. More importantly, the food was delicious, bountiful and very reasonably priced. (Scallops, fish & chips) Our server was super friendly and very efficient. Highly recommend a stop here!!!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

What a great place to visit! The staff is great, food is great, and it’s very clean and well kept. The price is very reasonable especially for a small town. It’s great to see that the Muddy Rudder is open year round for the community. If you are looking for a wonderful place to eat and relax come here!! Keep up the good work Muddy Rudder 👌

★★★★★
October 12, 2023

Went here with my wife. We started by sharing a large seafood chowder. It was great and had lots of fresh seafood. I had the fried clams here. They were cooked to perfection and was a good portion. My wife had the scallops and she was equally as happy. This was a quick lunch on a quick trip to Alma. Well worth the visit. See you again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

What amazing food we had here! The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. Some of the best food we have had anywhere, and we do travel quite a bit. Alma is such a beautiful village! Well worth the trip!

★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Good food and service

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Great burger and beer selection. Music on the patio the night we went

★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Only stopped for a cuppa, but it was quiet, as between breakfast and lunch service.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Super nice people who went out of their way to make sure we were well taken care of for our meal. Fish and chips was the best I ve had. Lobster roll was perfect and you can get without mayo as preferred. Mussels were fresh and super tasty. We ate a lot.

September 21, 2024

Three of us decided to try this restaurant for the second time we had a bad experience the first time last year, upon delivering the coffee, I did not get a spoon or asked if I wanted sugar or cream. I m assuming it s because I had a shot on the side of Baileys However, you should still ask. It s good service. The waitress brought out two of our lobster rolls, one was specifically asked for gluten-free bun, because she gets deathly sick eating gluten,& Another waitress actually brought her plate out 5 mins or so after we had already started eating,& I didn t notice until she was halfway through her bun because the two of them were sitting across from me that their buns were the same, and mine was different because I had actually gotten the gluten-free bun because the waitress didn t pay attention,& When we brought it to her attention, she said no I gave you the right plate. I brought the other two out for you guys that we re not eating the gluten-free and basically outright accused us of switching plates.,& I don t even like gluten-free and I got stuck eating it,& Never came back once to see if there was anything else we needed with the meal or how the meal was, No ketchup offered for the fries, etc.. We ordered gravy to share. We got two gravy and no spoon to dish it out with.& And then at the end when we went to pay, she said, do you even want change? Yes we want change. We definitely not tipping for some service. That was the worst I ever had in my entire life.!! Much less which waitress does not count back your change and ask you if you want change hello?! This will be the first bad review I ve ever left in my life by the way, but it was worth leaving. The service sucked. The attitude of the waitress was horrible. When all she had to do was just go get another bun she offered to do after we said we didn t switch the plates and she gets deathly sick if it s not gluten-free some people choose gluten-free because they think it s an option they prefer, but this isn t a preference. This was a medical reason which really pissed me off that waitress would have the audacity to call us liars and she didn t say liar. She just said I brought out the correct plates and we said well we certainly didn t switch them and she did not bring the correct plates. The plate was supposed to be gluten-free and that s not up to the customer to figure out which one is gluten-free the waitress is supposed to realize if there s one plate gluten-free make sure that s the plate you don t screw up!! We received a dollar discount and my friend was sick most of the night over this and I thought I m leaving a review for once this was just horrible! Oh, and I would ve liked another coffee and we were going to stay for dessert until this happened. However we dropped her $140 for the meal -$1 discount $139 and we did not leave a tip for the first time in our life. I m tired of tipping people that treat you this way at a restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Best food ever, best waitress, Chelsea. Ever, thanks

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

My boyfriend and I came for a late dinner when the place was pretty empty. Our server (I cant recall her name) was extremely kind and accomodating. We could hear the other server making lots of conversation with the other customers. The food was delicious - we got honey garlic wings (if we went back, wed probably get a different sauce, but it was still good!), the fish & chips, and alfredo. The tartar sauce was incredible and the alfredo was the best Ive had in years!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Ate dinner and breakfast here during our Alma stay. Lovely staff. Yummy food. Clean restaurant. Fish and chips were phenomenal!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Clean modern restaurant with delicious food. Camden was a friendly and efficient server! The burgers were huge and so tasty!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

Great restaurant , Great service, Great food ! Food : 5/5 | Service

★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

The restaurant is a large open room with no acoustic control. Which would have ok but the night we were there, a loud guitar player was strumming cords and loudly singing. Conversing was impossible. We ate our meal, ok but not great, and left. Until they put up some partitions or get rid of the loud singer i wouldnt recommend the restaurant.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Nice place to stop at for lunch while touring the bay

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

I loved my experience the food is excellent! I recommend the x1000 stop. This is the first time I love everything on my plate.

Local Guide
August 21, 2024

We waited 25 minutes, no one offered a beverage. We were completely ignored.

Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Two of us were provided a table by a hostess (unfriendly as *****). 20 minutes later: Still no service. We left after observing 2 groups that had come in later were served before any attention was paid to us. After all, sadly we were only 2 potential patrons.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Good little spot to eat in Alma. Food was good, but the service was better - our server was so lovely!! Wished we could have sat outside but it was too busy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Live Music, great service and gluten free options. Scallops and lobster roll were tasty.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Staff were very friendly & welcoming

★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Great breakfast. Super reasonable prices.

★★★
August 21, 2024

First time here, we 2 piece fish & chips, fish chowder & wings. For myself the fish had too much batter, a bit too greasy and was a bit dry. I d rather have less batter and moist fish, just a preference really. The homemade tartar sauce tasted a little heinzy. The fries weren t fresh cut and were too salty to eat. The coleslaw was really good. The chowder, wings and coffee were good.

August 21, 2024

Unfortunately, I am very disappointed in the service, or should I say lack there of service. Having debated on where to eat the Muddy Rudder was the decision. Advertising $16 steak. We arrived and after about 3 minutes we were seated. While waiting for a server to great us with a drink order or even the menus... to which no one came to serve us. After about 15 minutes of servers walking past what seemed avoiding us and actually seeing 3 other groups of people arriving after us and immediately receiving menus and a server taking drink requests from others. Im very disappointed in being ignored. We got up and left. Quietly, however, I wanted to leave making a scene but did not want to embarrass my wife.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

I dont like fish and chips but its a big deal in NB so I have been doing the local thing. This place has awesome fish and chips. I loved it. Im thinking about it and wanting more right now!! Prices are very reasonable and the staff was great. Our waiter...Camden I think...he was awesome. Super nice and was stoked to practice a bit of french with us Quebecers. Go here. I highly doubt you will regret it.

★★
August 21, 2024

After asking to sit in the center to avoid the air conditioning, I waited 3/4 hours and no one came to see me. I got up to leave and asked why they were ignoring me and not serving me. The answer is that I sat at an uncleaned table and didnt notice that I was waiting. Subsequently served there quickly with a smile, however I will not return there. After asking to sit in the center to avoid the air conditioning, I waited 3/4 hours and no one came to see me. I got up to leave and asked why they were ignoring me and not serving me. The answer is that I sat at an uncleaned table and didnt notice that I was waiting. Subsequently served there quickly with a smile, however I will not return there.

August 21, 2024

Waitress spilled half my beer on my child, after waiting 15 mins for our drinks. Didn t offer a replacement or clean it up. Waited 50 mins for our food only to have my clams and fries come out colder than the Atlantic Ocean. Was staring at from my seat. My daughter s dairy allergy was ignored and she was brought a hotdog with a buttered bun. Was asked if it was ok because the waitress didn t even notice it until she sat it down at my table and I spoke up about it. Was then told she d bring a replacement and I never saw her again. Was waiting patiently until a different server came out and berated a family of tourists for sitting next to me because they didn t know any better to come inside and be sat at the patio first. Was incredibly rude. I paid for my half beer and left at that point. Horrible service and nobody cared at all.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Food was excellent. I had the pulled pork burger. It was great. Fries were crisp and tasty. Only thing was the coleslaw I like my slaw. Thiers was bland and watery. Atmosphere was kind of loud but it was busy and with cathedral ceilings I get it. Very nice decor though. Wait was quite long but again we were warned and it was busy. Overall good experience Id definitely go again.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

We came in for breakfast and food was amazing. The ham steak that came with the fishermans breakfast was a couple of inches thick! Our teenage son (who is hollow) had trouble finishing it all! Lol. Our server, Camden, was awesome. Very friendly and provided wonderful service. Definitely recommend. Wish we had the time to come for dinner

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

It was the first restaurant we tried when we arrived and the last one we did before leaving as it became our favorite! The service is extraordinary and the food is just as extraordinary. Im putting it in my favorites to come back Parking: The restaurant is popular so the parking lot is often very full but there is always a place in the more distant locations. Kid-friendliness: There are childrens menus (they are delicious by the way) but there is nothing for busy people, its not a McDonalds.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Great service, delicious food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Dog friendly, lots of furry friends on the patio in the early evening. Despite a bit of a lineup we were quickly seated and the servers were awesome throughout. The food was excellent - both pasta and seafood, and they have a great selection of beer (including Holy whale)! Highly recommended if youre in the area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

We visited for dinner and breakfast and the food was very good. We sat outside with our puppy and appreciate the ability to do so - thank you for being pet friendly!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Very clean, friendly staff, and good food. Monday burger night was nice - got the captain burger and thoroughly enjoyed it. Seafood chowder was also a good choice after spending a day hiking in the rain.

★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Very small portions for the price. Spicy fries are terrible.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Best place in town, also open the longest.

★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Average unimpressive restaurant. Live music, nice, but the rest is pretty mediocre.

★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

With the dog on the terrace Impeccable service honest meal 1 lobster roll 1 fishn chip and clam fries 1 green salad $85

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

We were in Alma on vacation and had our dog with us. Patio is dog friendly. We were only there for three nights and ate here twice, we all agreed to go back as the food was so good. The servers are friendly and great at thier job. Our dog is diabetic and we only allow cucumber or carrots as human treats. Our server brought out a little bowl with carrot stick and cucumber slices for King! It was great Kid-friendliness: Each time we were there, there were families there and it appeared to me that they were also enjoying themselves and the food

★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

The food is good and the price is good. The staff is top notch. Very caring and attentive. I highly recommend if you go through Alma

★★
July 21, 2024

Stopped for supper over the weekend. First time customers. I will start by saying our server was superb. The food however was not. The fishermans platters we ordered were extremely pricey for the portions received and EVERY item was completely coated in a very thick spice. Why do that to beautiful seafood? Sinful, when you are in the heart of the bay of fundy... the best seafood in the world!! It was inedible and still cost us over $100 for 2 people. We wont be back and will never recommend!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Good

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Great food and friendly staff. I had the fish and chips , while my wife had a seafood chowder with a fresh bun and both were excellent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Good fish and chips. Great service and nice atmosphere

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Excellent food, service, and atmosphere.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Food was good, price excellent, Waitress very nice..We really enjoyed our meal

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Our food was delicious!! Pan seared scallops!! Beautiful presentation!! They had entertainment, which was nice but a bit loud..

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Great seafood chowder!

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Came here from Ontario, we are camping at Fundy National park. Food was amazing service wad great they let us have our dog on the patio and the tranquility of this cute town just feels relaxing. I definitely will go back if I get the chance.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Went there in July during family vacations. Very good Alfredo pasta I wish I had the recipe to make it at home! Nice place, great portion Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

A new business that impresses with good portions, good pricing and staff that really go above and beyond to make sure you have everything just right. Definitely a place to add to your must go list.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Busy little place on Friday night in April! No taps running for beer yet as its not really summer I guess :) but steak night was on and pretty decent for the price. Also had some wings that were ok. Staff were working really hard and even though it was busy we got some drinks and food in reasonable time!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Although it took a while to get our order, it all came out at the same time and hot. The server was pleasant but we felt that they were catering more to other tables, than ours.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Valentines dinner was amazing!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food, good prices and friendly staff. Open during the winter!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food fast service and cost reasonable

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Very good place and food.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing place and wonderful staff. Alma Girls

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Weve been to the Muddy Rudder a few times now, and I always comment on how clean the premises are - including the washrooms - and how good the service is. I know these details can be expected, but not found everywhere. Not fancy, just simply good food, get seafood for sure. Parking: Its a busy tourist season town

★★★
December 21, 2023

Food was very good and the service was as well. However we found the room was very noisy and some of us could not hear what someone else was saying. This had a negative impact on our experience

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Food and service was great. Live music was very good as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Good food. Reasonable prices. Very friendly and helpful staff. Ample parking.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

It was a new building and it was updated and set up for the theme of the area (fishing boats painted). It was put together beautifully, spacious. The 3 of us were in awe. Huge meals, youll never be hungry after you order. There was nothing bad that I could say about it. Mustard was added to the tartar sauce and I liked it, very subtle.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

So far, One of the best restaurants in all New Brunswick, ambiance is good. Food is great, staff is always smiley and friendly. Location is nice, the place is super clean and modern (same the bathroom). Going back to the food, it is AMAZING. prices are affordable. If you visit you MUST try: Lobster Dip wtih cheese and fried Pita... that will blow your mouth. Chicken Club with Ciabetta Bread is DELICIOUS, well prepared and a good portion of fries and coleslaw. Portions are enough to share, if a couple you can order this 2 plates and nothing else is needed. If going with kids, Their chicken tenders are delicious and enough for 2 toddlers (I went with 4 a 2 y/o). If you go to Alma or Fundy or Hopewell Rock, this is a mandatory stop!!! Parking: Big parking. Kid-friendliness: Great for kids. Wheelchair accessibility: Accesible for wheelchair.

Local Guide
December 21, 2023

They advertised take out but they dont do takeout if they have dine in customers, apparently.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We had a great server! He was full of energy and attentive! Food came out fast and was amazing!!! First lobster roll of the trip and was delicious!!! Also introduced us to the Holy Whale brewery which also was awesome!!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Our family ate breakfast here. The food was great and the service was very friendly! I recommend the two egg breakfast or the French toast.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We ate here when staying at Fundy. All 4 of us enjoyed our meal. I personally got a chicken and mushroom pasta which was awesome. We will be back again! Service was great too.

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We sat inside, which was very stark and open. It reminded me of a recreation hall, where you might go to play bingo. The burger was much too big to eat like a burger and messy for a knife and fork, which put me off. And I couldnt get the taste of seafood out of my mouth despite not ordering any. I prefer my burgers to taste like beef, but the meat was hard to find amongst all the arugula and onion tangles. The raspberry yogurt cheesecake was absolutely delicious though, which salvaged the meal for me. Our waitress suggested it and the service we received was very good. I would go back and try breakfast for sure.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Apparently the only breakfast place in town. But why would you really need more than one in such a small town? Great place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

5 stars on completely everything! Atmosphere is very comforting and the food is just amazing! We had a friendly conversation with our waitress about our camping in Fundy National Park. There was little to no wait during the time that we were there. I got the 3 pancakes with syrup. Warning: Pancakes are great. Spent $10-$20 on each person. Great Place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Wish Id taken a picture of our breakfast but was too hungry. All the food tasted excellent and the service was awesome.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great spot! We popped in for breakfast after camping in Fundy. Absolutely great food, and our hostess was a sweetheart!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The place was nice and tidy and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The food comes in decent portions; however, it lacks a bit of taste and seasoning, especially the steak which I ordered.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Good food good prices!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Awesome service. Waitress was awesome and polite. Food was rocking. Thank you very much.

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We had a pretty nice experience. The service was pleasant as was the atmosphere. The food was quite good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great location, dog friendly patio, engaging staff, local & fresh ingredients, and pride in what they prepare and serve!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

What I didnt like was the wide open space. We were out on the floor and felt like I was on display. The service was a little slow and it was about 2 in the afternoon so it wasnt overly busy. The food was good. I had the 2 piece fish n chips. Nice flavor but too much batter on the fish and not enough fish.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The blurgers were yummy Its just the annoying flies But i really like it Because Uhh Burger

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Nice place with friendly staff .

Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Overpriced Junk food! Fish and chips, extremely bad batter! Bad everything!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We went for breakfast and dinner. Both times service was great and so was the food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

A great breakfast after a night of camping.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Huge portions good quality, the inside is huge, lots of room, we were really spreaded out

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Went in here cause it was our of the sun and cooler looking. The food was much better then I thought and I liked that they have GF options. Its hard sometimes when you are on vacation to find things like that. Kid-friendliness: They were very kind to my two 8 year old twins. They got to do a colouring page and my youngest of the two was so happy they let her post it on their front counter.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

If I had to decide between food and service, I dont know which is better. The hostess is very nice and efficient, and the server was friendly and quick. Thank you for the amazing time we had. And to the chef, my heart . The food was just perfect cooked and plentiful. I highly recommend this place!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Too many people in the holy whale pub... We had to find another alternative... Good pick ! I had my ipa in a minute

★★★★
December 21, 2023

Went for wing night last Thursday! They even had live entertainment! Go check it out!

★★
December 21, 2023

Really uneven portion. We waited a long time for service. Quality of the lunch ok nothing more.

★★
December 21, 2023

First, we travel four or five months each year and have experienced the good the bad and the ugly. This place was one of the so so places. The food was not tasty at all. I order Captain Hamburger I think it s called and the patty was burnt and falling apart. My wife had fish and chips. The fish had very little flavor. My mother had nachos but it was dry and plain. No flavor. One consolation is the fries were decent as was the moose head. The service was subpar. The waitress, after getting our food didn t come back. My wife had to go inside the restaurant and get water and ask for sauces for dipping. We had to go inside and find her to ask for other items. I think this led to a dour experience. Then when we were done we waited for her to come by with the bill. We ended up just going inside and asking the bar tender to find her so we coujd check out. She wasn t friendly nor pleasant with us. Unfortunate since we ve experienced great hospitality and welcome from many places we ve patronized here in Canada. It was nice sitting outside and enjoying the breeze.

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Service was bad very slow food as over priced for the quality and quantity I wouldnt recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Nice spot to enjoy some seafood.

★★★★
December 21, 2023

Breakfast was good. Coffee very bitter!

★★★★
December 21, 2023

Good breakfast sandwich but coffee was truly awful (bitter and muddy tasting).

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Excellent experience!!! Beautiful homemade breakfast. Our server was super attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and just plain kind. We need more businesses like this. Please support them!!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Beautiful atmosphere, delicious dish, attentive staff, fast service despite the traffic, I recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious food, staff was great, cook even came out and sat with us to make sure no allergy problems. Wait staff was very nice as well.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious food, great service with vibrant ambiance

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great service, great food!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Everything was amazing!!! Cant wait to return!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great place, food was good, although my burger was burnt on the edges, it was still very good.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Excellent restaurant!! English and French service with a great lobster roll smile and extraordinary lobster dipp starter!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food and service. Friendly staff, smile on their face even when busy

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

nice place to dine lots of space good service fresh food

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My husband stopped in for breakfast. We were greeted by very friendlly waitstaff. My husband has to use a mobility scooter and they had a ramp and wide doors so it was very easy for him. Plus it has a very open floor plan so he was able to sit at the table with the scooter. Breakfast was perfect! Wheelchair accessibility: Very easy for someone with mobility issues. Wheelchair ramp and wide doors. Tables spaced far apart.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Best stop ever after a long hike. Well...4 blue moons later maybe not! California burger was awesome fries were fresh cut. My wife liked the Fettuccine Alfredo. Some live music at the end playing The Hip was perfect. Definitely hitting this place up again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We couldnt stay, but they had a guy playing live music .. the little bit we heard sounded great !!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Went on a Monday night for dinner. Had a live musician- great song selection (Cat Stevens & Beatles, etc). Had a chicken burger off their special burger menu- absolutely delish! Great fries too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

What a fantastic place! Beautiful. Clean, spacious and the food and service is outstanding! Thank you for a wonderful breakfast.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

OK food, very friendly service. The atmosphere is not bad, but not too cozy.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Had the chicken bacon ranch burger yesterday and it was AMAZING. The chicken was so good. Best Ive had other than Mary Browns. Definately coming back on a Monday!

December 21, 2023

We got seated immediately coming in the restaurant but then sat at our table and got no service for 15 minutes with no sign of a server coming.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

There were 4 of us and we ate the fondue, seafood pasta, steak, club sandwich and we all loved our meal! We had a starter which we shared and we all had a drink. The prices are reasonable. Super nice because there were no restaurants left open when we passed.

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Did not have gluten free bread, even tho it was on the menu. Home fries were soft and mushy and very oily, ham was very greasy. Boil water advisory, had to pay for water.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Clams and fish are about as good as good be imagined. The atmosphere is nice with a kind staff and a couple of nice-looking waitresses

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The Muddy Rudder hosted the wedding reception of my wife and I, and we, along with all of our guests were very impressed. It was their first time hosting a wedding reception, but they were very responsive on all communication leading up to the event, worked with us on the menu, served up extremely delicious food, and provided excellent service throughout the evening. Would definitely recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great onion rings and beer selection. Very friendly and helpful staff. Decor was a bit austere and could use more character, but we enjoyed this stop on our Alma pub crawl

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food and my husband loved their pancakes I had the scrambled eggs and they were delicious. Very nice waitress and a lovely clean restaurant

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Awesome and quick service service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Excellent light breakfast one egg 3 bacon toast outstanding potatoes $11 really service was pleasant and fast. Got my extra peanut butter!!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I should have taken a photo... The special of the day was a half serving of clams, one piece of fish with coleslaw and french fries. Everything was delicious and there was a lot of food. Will definitely be stopping in again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

First time there and the staff are the best followed by the food and atmosphere we will be back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food and even better service fast and friendly service, highly recommend them, fair prices as well ans huge portion sizes!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Always great service, food is delicious. If the special of the day is fresh halibut...get it, its fantastic!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great restaurant, pleasant service, generous portion!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Allways good food and music

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The server was friendly and efficient. I had fish and chips which was very disappointing. Batter on the fish was awful and the small piece of fish inside the batter was not good quality ,the chips had been reheated ,I did not bother tasting the coleslaw so cannot comment on it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

FANTASTIC food FANTASTIC Staff. What a great culinary experience

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Super tasty food, good value for money and very nice service. Wed love to come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Food its delicious, we went for more than once, highly recommend

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Had clam chouder and fish n chips. Chouder was creamy, tasty with lots of seafood, everything was fresh . Service was good, drink menu very limited.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Parking: Ample parking. Kid-friendliness: They have a separate menu for kids. Wheelchair accessibility: They have a ramp for wheelchair.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Service was really great - our server was friendly and service was fast. Food was reasonably priced and large portions. We had a great meal. The restaurant itself was beautiful, brand new and well maintained. Thanks! Kid-friendliness: Small kids menu available

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Great seafood chowder. One of the best I have had and the seafood platter amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Amazing pulled pork. Live music when we were there. Everyone loved their meals would happily return!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Great servers with delicious food. Lots of choices.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Friendly staff and a French speaking person took special care of us. We had fish and chips for the children and the seafood platter for me. It was excellent and for a very reasonable price. View of the port. No complaints. Thank you!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great visit. Seafood chowder was excellent. Spinach and artichoke dip was the best ever. Service was excellent. Waiter was fun.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

We had the Fishermans platter. Pan seared Scallops, Shrimps, deep fried clams and Haddock, along with homemade coleslaw and choice of side, I had seasoned fries. All around delicous meal. Served with tartar sauce and thai sauce. This is one of the best platters I have had in a very long time. And if you ask me, the best in Alma. 5 stars all the way around. There is patio dinning, dine in and take out options here Dietary restrictions: Menu has some gluten free options. Ask your server. Wheelchair accessibility: Main entrance and parking has wheelchair access.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Very well eaten

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Really good burger and poutine!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Beautiful location, very good dinner and service.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Lined up down the street did not go in heard good things. Next time

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We have just been in Cape Breton PEI and no fun B And had quite a few seafood dinners As others have stated the muddy rudder It is new and clean and a family friendly restaurant. All food was fresh hot, fish batter was crisp and portion sizes were great. Their seafood chowder was the best Id had, With lots of seafood versus lots of potato at other restaurants. Service timing was great between apps/entrees/ desserts. Kudos to the chefs, serving staff and management for providing a great dining experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

The services was great and the server. We had an enjoyable eating time, server was very friendly. A young gentleman from Spain. Food was good, clams were delicious, Ceasar salad and onion rings. We would go again.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Our family of 8 enjoyed a late lunch today at The Muddy Rudder. By far, the very best sweet potato fries on the planet, outstanding seafood chowder - everything was absolutely delicious and the service was sincerely, top shelf!! Highly recommend!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Dietary restrictions: Server was very knowledgeable on the dishes, and was able to make excellent recommendations and suggestions around a food allergy, food was fantastic!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

The dishes are excellent and very generous. Very good service also.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Very friendly staff, nice place Good food and lots of it. Everything very clean Parking: Large parking lot next to the establishment. Wheelchair accessibility: Access ramp.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

I grew up in Nova Scotia and used to having really fresh good seafood and this place did not disappoint, glad we went there for our 25th anniversary, we will most definitely go there again, I had the clams and my husband had the fish and the waiter was so nice

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Excellent food and service. Our go to place in Alma.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Stopped by after hiking through Fundy National park. The server was attentive and honestly when above and beyond what Im used to back home in Ontario. Serving sizes were large for the 2 piece fish and chips.

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Lobster roll was simply made with mayo, no added seasoning and for the price was lacking claw meat. Pulled pork was extremely dry and flavorless. They have Gluten-free options for their sandwiches, however, unfortunately the buns were not buttered and toasted. Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great food and service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Favorite restaurant of our 3 nights in Alma. Server was personable, great sense of humor. Asked us questions to get to know us. Great younger vibe where we sat on the outside deck. Excellent food. Cookstaff and waitstaff do a great job. If you have only one night in Alma I would recommend supper this restaurant.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Food was delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Great service and Delicious food with big portion. Beautiful ambiance

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Awesome food friendly service

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Great spot for a beer and a meal while exploring the Fundy coastal route.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Clean, friendly staff nice scenery

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The best steak Ive had in an extremely long time. It was an awesome meal all the way around.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Holy WOW!!! The food is FANTASTIC!!!! The portions were huge!!! This place is a definite stop in while in Fundy Bay Provincial Park. Mmmm yum. Had the Captain burger. So huge and so delicious. My husband had the special Cajun Chicken Pasta the flavours coming out of that pasta are magnificent!! You can tell that the cook/S take pleasure in what they do.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Beautiful bar. Lots of room not loud does have a patio in nicer weather.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Fantastic . Lovely atmosphere , friendly service and a Cook that obviously Loves what they do ! Had the chicken pasta special , amazing, wife had the Captains burger , incredible Thank you everyone at Muddy Rudder for a truly special dinner !

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Enjoyed a great meal Oct.5th, 2020 after touring the Fundy Trail. Had a great waitress that offered up samples of the craft brews available. Service was prompt and the food was delicious. My wife had the chicken wings and she thought they were really good. We split the scallops appetizer and the 2 piece fish and chips. The scallops cooked in butter and garlic were perfect, very tasty. The batter on the fish was the best I have had in years. Ample fries and home made coleslaw. Will be back for sure.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

We were here in August with the girls from Spain. Our waiter was very helpful. Thank you so much Javi for the expierence !! Best food and service ever!!!! We hope we see you again guapo

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Their fried clams and haddock are delish! Location of restaurant is superb.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Beautiful service and a great View

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Food was great and so was the service they ever let our dog on the patio

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

This was a lovely place to visit. We had live entertainment and good food. It was a good adventure for us.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Very good food amazing Thanksgiving meal great service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

We had the fish and chips. The fish was nice and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The fries were cooked perfectly. We highly recommend this place and will be back next time we visit

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The food is incredible. They make you feel so welcomed when you go there. We come to Alma a couple of times a year and make sure we eat here. The desserts are delightful as well. Alma girls. Dietary restrictions: They serve gluten free as well.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

What a Great meal:) Thanks for the great evening. The food was great as well as the service. Kid-friendliness: Great. Also Gluten free available was just a big plus. Thanks again:)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Great food & service!

Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Ordered Fried Clams, wait at the takeout window was 48min on a stopwatch. Almost $20 with tax, the box had 7 clams as shown in the photo. The box itself is in the other photo with the pocket knife for scale. The clams were whole but the portion was miniscule.. We are fried clam people and have searched three Maritime provinces over our lifetimes for the best. The takeout is number one for lowest value ever and only a 2 of 5 for taste, texture and enjoyment. At this price you can get 6 times as many clams anywhere else in Alma..

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Good, solid diner food. Tasty and lots of it.