Papa Joe's in Charlottetown

Always an excellent meal!

The food was good, but the staff appeared rushed.

Great food, excellent service

Very busy, had a nice meal, owner was great.

The Ceasar Salad was delicious with crispy Romain, fresh lemon and shaved Parmesan. The Lobster roll was somewhat disappointing with not much flavour and no chunks of lobster, just shredded meat. The coconut tart, on the other hand was fabulous! Coffee was hot and as good as ever!

A great restaurant in Charlottetown. The best food and the service is amazing! Fantastic steak, scallops, fish n chips. Actually everything on the menu is great. Our goto restaurant.

Very friendly, hard working staff. Food was delicious. We were here Thanksgiving weekend and they had a nice turkey dinner on the menu.

Consistently excellent for us! Staff & management go out of their way to take care of us every time. And the food is delicious - big portions, big flavors, and very fresh. If you like seasoned fries, please order the zatar fries! It s one of dishes in Charlottetown that we crave most.

This is the #1 restaurant for good reason. Nice decor. Very tasty meal choices from Chef Irwin. Lovely staff. You cant go wrong eating here.

Oh my gosh, 2nd time Ive been here. Im from Nova Scotia. The food has been excellent both times Ive been there. Highly recommend this place to eat.

My favorite restaurant in town. Family run and super friendly staff. The food is always delicious and the menu provides variety for all kinds of dining preferences. Recently renovated, cozy interior. Cannot recommend it enough! My fav is the chicken avacado burger and the Mediterranean platter.

Our family has enjoyed family meals at Papa Jos for many years. The best yet experience was a family meal for 14. All meals were top quality, arriving hot at the same time. Service was excellent, attentive but not intrusive. Wheelchair accessibility: More handicapped parking is required. However wheelchair accessibility is very good.

They were very accommodating in our party of 8.

Just arrived on the island and dropped in for an early supper. Service and food were fantastic.

Awesome spot! We came there a bit later than expected (close to their closing time) and they were so welcoming and served such delicious food in a honestly quick time considering we were 7 people. Thanks so much guys!

Our first visit and lobster risotto was the special for the evening it was so delicious. Our server Darlene was friendly and professional. The entire experience was first class start to finish.

We enjoyed our time here and the food was good tasting.

Amazing food and good service. Great calamari appy and drinks. The lobster roll was just ok and a bit small for 28$. Definitely recommend and worth checking out.

Excellent meal and waitress very friendly and courteous

The fish and chips was the worst Ive ever eaten

Great spot for food! Friendly staff, the Zatar fries are to die for!

Showed up here on Fathers Day with no reservation, which was not the smartest of moves, but they managed to fit us in reasonably quickly. I had their turkey dinner special, and the person I went with had a steak. Everything was on point, and prices were fair.

Always a wonderful meal @ Papas! My family, friends & I love it! We have had many celebrations there and they went above and beyond to make everyone happy! Staff are very friendly, top-notch! John & Joanne personally greet guests at the door! Wonderful that Charlottetown has Papa Joe s!

always an awesome meal and service

Food is yummy

Big Menu..Good food.

Always great food and very consistent.

Always fabulous food and service!

Wonderful food and consistently good! Great for families! WOWED by the service!!! Food

I have never had a bad meal here. It is always incredible and I have dreams about their shish taouk wrap and Lebanese rice.

Fantastic food, great menu.

First visit but this restaurant will certainly become a must during our visits to Charlottetown!

Had burger love, excellent service, great food!

Gluten free options for Burger love! Absolutely delicious. I also love the mango cucumber dressing. Food

We come to Charlottetown frequently but have never eaten here until this last visit and what a delightful surprise. We also did not know that this restaurant has been in business 30+ years and is family owned. Our server whom Ill call Arnie was great. Knowledgeable, helpful and a good sense of humour. Our food was excellent. The ingredients were fresh and expertly presented. You can tell the kitchen takes great pride in what and how they serve. We shared a Mediterranean Salad and it was delicious but it is large and we could not finish it. My Mediterranean Dinner was also lovely with just atouch of spice that made it very enjoyable. For dessert we took away thie carrot cake and coconut tart, both top notch. Papa Joes will now be a regular stop on our next visit. Parking: Parking is right beside the building so no problems as there seems to be enough spaces.

Great food and awesome hospitality. Highly recommend.

Having eaten here many times, I can say this restaurant has never disappointed me. The food is delicious, and the menu has a great variety.

Awesome place.. love their scallops and breaded shrimp..always fresh !

The burger was nothing to come back to.

Dietary restrictions: GF options. Coconut haddock was excellent. Food

Very few restaurants are this good and this consistent. Highly recommend.

We had a family event here and really appreciate the service and excellent food!

Awesome place to dine. Took my wife and granddaughter for my wifes birthday and had an amazing meal with great food in a great atmosphere. Granddaughter had never been here and loved it. Shes not used to be in such a fancy place but enjoyed ourselves as well as time here. Thanks for the great time.

Always a great experience, excellent customer service, and amazing food.

Great on all levels. Service was awesome, food was great! We left feeling very happy!

We eat here quite often because of the great food, fantastic service, and comfortable atmosphere! The seafood chowder CANT BE BEATEN...THE BEST IVE EVER HAD!! Parking: Depending on the time of day you go, there is a large parking area where you can usually find a spot but if not, there is a large parking lot area behind the restaurant belonging to a mall type building with a short walk, less than 500 feet, to the front door.

Always friendly service and great food here.

Excellent food and service (we had our appetizer within few minutes of ordering it). Quality of food is very good, we had the liver and onions and it was very good. Would definitely dine here again

Enjoyed the fish and chips!

Good food, friendly staff, gluten free options

We ordered 13 Xmas Meals to Go meals and everything was 10/10. Each meal item was packaged for re-heating and meals included buns and a delicious dessert. Portions were generous and even with a majority of adults there was leftovers. Pick-up was so easy - everything was ready in one box and one of the owners even loaded it into my vehicle. Price was very reasonable and we wouldnt hesitate to do Xmas Meals to Go again. Thank you Papa Joes for making Xmas Dinner so easy!

Amazing place to dine in at. The atmosphere is amazing and the food even better! Service is top notch; have been to Papa Joes more than once and will continue to dine in or even take out at dinner, as this is one of the best restaurants Ive been to!

Papa Joes has a wide-ranging menu, with lots of regulars visiting and coming back for more. There are booths and regular tables of varying sizes. It can be very busy at lunch, so arriving before 12 noon is wise. Parking: They have their own parking lot, but the spaces are quite cramped and congested. For overflow there are shopping center parking spaces only a few steps away.

Embiance is stunning as I have not eaten there since 2019. Lol. Staff were nice and meals came out all at the same time and were nice and hot. I would reccomend this restaurant to any one looking for a nice place to eat and benches added for more privacy as well. Food : 5/5

Always know what you are going to get. Top notch Service Top notch food. Love it.. Food : 5/5 |

This place has great food and wonderful service will definitely be going there again soon

Best restaurant on PEI! Everything is a hit here. They have taken all money!

Food was good and generous portions. Service friendly. Menu indicated fresh vegetables and choice of side with meal; didn t get the vegetables and they tried to charge for the side. The explanation was that the menu was out of date - the server should have told me that before ordering.

We had a table for 6. The service was really good. Our server took our order in a reasonable amount of time, appetizer came quickly (spinach and cheese dip) and our dinners shortly after. My steak sandwich with Cesar salad side was great. Others had delicious butter chicken and a Mediterranean platter, also good. Prices were reasonable for good food and service.

Got the Seafood Chowder bowl... Could not be happier to have found not only a gluten free on but one thats AMAZING and very fresh. Love it, just might come back for dinner! Great food, definitely worth trying. EDIT: I didnt mention this before but the Seafood Chowder was loaded with fresh seafood... And I mean loaded. Fabulous! So much so I did come back for dinner (lunch was takeout, dinner was dine in) and it was delicious! Blackened salmon had a great flavor, was cooked perfectly and it was beautifully plated. The mashed potatoes were also very tasty. In addition to all that, everyone that I interacted with at the restaurant was lovely. Very much look forward to coming back! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free choices that I havent been able to find elsewhere! Thank you!

The soups are fantastic.

The food isnt great. The location is nice, and the space itself is fine. The staff is very nice.

Had lunch with a group Everyone enjoyed their meal. I had the meatloaf with mashed potatoes Food

We originally had a reservation elsewhere but the reservation got lost and we went on the hunt for a spot to go. We settled on Papa Joes and added our name to the wait list. Eventually we got seated and they offered to take and hang out coats. Very nice gesture. We had the absolute best meal. We started with the mussels which were amazing. Just the right amount of garlic For mains we chose the bacon wrapped scallops and the chicken linguine. The bacon wrapped scallops were cooked to perfection. The linguine was absolutely Devine. Hands down an amazing choice. Would have it a second time or recommend in a heart beat. The presentation of both plates were beautiful and made the meal all the more appealing. Dessert, we finished with the strawberry New York style cheesecake. Delicious. The service was very attentive and friendly. This will quickly become our go to date night spot and highly recommend. They are very popular so if you are in a hurry a reservation is recommended but if you are just popping in then it is well worth the wait!

The food is good but they wont allow a reservation on a weekend unless its at 4 or 7. Pretty dumb policy. Ill spend my money elsewhere

Always enjoy a visit to Papa Joes

Always impressed with this place

Good quality food. No MSG, so Less sodium than restaurants that use MSG. Great friendly service. Love Papa Joes restaurant.

Two concerns. One is the lack of accessibility. Two very heavy doors to get into the restaurant prove to be a problem for those with disabilities. Also a very small, yet accommodating for persons with disabilities, female washroom. One has to choose whether to wash their hands before leaving and or hitting someone with the stall door, Neither of my concerns were looked at during the lockdown and I know that they did make some major changes. So very disappointing for myself and others. Hopefully you will see this edit and improve the above.

Papa Joes is a gem among local restaurants, and particularly shines when compared to other local restaurants in its price range. You always get a good meal here, fast and friendly service and a fair price. It really is the gold standard in Charlottetown.

Great service and great food!

Great place. Very clean and great service. We were just visiting and would go back any time. It was a pleasure being at such a welcoming place. Parking: Easy to find and free

The place was really busy so I took a take out. Their Lobster Rolls are heavenly! Its my first time trying one and i loved it.

Delicious food busy place but amazing friendly service. A must eat at place when you come to Charlottetown

Everything was excellent! Great service, food was cooked to perfection. We had our food within 10 minutes of ordering. Thai crusted haddock was delicious as was the mashed potatoes! Ordered hot tea and had 3 cups from one serving!

This IS The GO TO Restaurant if you want amazing food in Charlottetown.....and we found it quite by happenstance. The parking lot was jam packed but there is plenty of parking in the adjacent strip mall. Quite busy inside and we had about a 20 minute wait before being seated.....but once we were, it didnt take long to get food & drink to the table.......the servers FLY in this place so tip them well. Bacon Cheeseburger was awesome and According to my better half, it was THE BEST Lobster Roll during our 10 day trip to PEI/Nova Scotia......so thats saying something. Fries are handcut and served hot & crispy.....I cant imagine that they arent PEI Potatoes. The side of gravy was plentiful, but it was hard to tell what flavour was used...possibly a mix of chicken or vegetable stock or something else....but definitely suitable for fries. No room for dessert, so cant comment on their offerings.

Best food of my trip! Fast service and lots of parking. Dietary restrictions: They were happy to work with my dairy restrictions! Food : 5/5 |

Great food and service.

Was a great restaurant. I had the lobster roll was so good. But my daughter had the fish and chips amd the fish came out looking like janes chicken strips. She tried it and it was a really gross taste and was soggy. Told the waitress and her response was well thats how we make it. She acted offended amd asked is if we wanted something else amd my daughter did not that food made her not want to eat anything else. In end she gave 50% off that even though she had one bite from it and nothing else. Not impressed with the customer service

Main dish food was good not fabulous, good value, desserts very good. We will return.

Excellent service excellent food

This is an excellent restaurant

My partner and my daughter had the coconut haddock, really delicious! I had the plate of scallops, bacon and mashed potatoes! A delight! My youngest had the cheese pizza on the childrens menu, everything was delicious!

Great Lobster roll and yummy mussels!!

Superb restaurant, excellent service, varied menu for all tastes, delicious meals

Very nice atmosphere and service was good. Kitchen was able to handle special requests.

Nice atmosphere. Decent food. Friendly staff. Great service.

Mussel entree Seafood bouillabaisse was Thai Haddock Dessert Strawberry shortcake Food : 5/5 |

We visited this place for lunch while in Charlottetown, and we ended up enjoying one of our best culinary experiences. The quality of the food, the service and the atmosphere were really great. The prices are so reasonable. Definitely deserves a 5 star.

Amazing place!!

Absolutely delicious...100% for everything. Thanks for the experience!! Food

Im never disappointed when I come here. Everything on the menu is delicious

Good food. Good service. Food was all fresh. Only downside was I over indulged as the food was so good.

Visiting Charlottetown. After too many restaurant meals with fries, was looking for something that approximates a home meal. My family had and enjoyed the pasta bolognese, meatloaf and steak sandwich. The staff also held our reservation for us as we were late arriving due to encountering an accident. Pleasant, efficient service too.

Kid-friendliness: Small kid menu. Extra for sweety potato fries. Food

Best food in Charlottetown.

Very busy restaurant. The food was tasty. Lots of seating. The staff were wonderful. Service was friendly and quick.

You wont go away hungry. Friendly staff, lots of locals, not touristy.

Great experience, had the butter chicken which was delicious and filling. Our server was excellent also. Would definitely eat here again.

Very interesting menu of both sea and land. Pop but refined atmosphere. Friendly and welcoming service.

Food is always really good and the service is lovely in person. I have had some less friendly experiences over the phone trying to place an order for takeout but usually its because theyre overwhelmingly busy. There can also be a wait/line on weekend evenings but the wait is worth it because the food is great.

Best food we had on PEI. Everything was wonderful and the service was excellent!

Wife and I had dinner here on our first night in PEI. We both really enjoyed our meals and the restaurant has a nice quiet ambiance and great service. Prices are higher than average but food was really great and would recommend! Parking: 15

Excellent experience. Very tasty food. Excellent service.

Title: A Hidden Gem in PEI - Papa Joes Papa Joes in PEI is the epitome of a hidden gem. At first glance, its just another building along a bustling road, but step inside, and youre instantly transported to a fine dining experience wrapped in a comfortable and casual setting. Lets start with the ambiance. Papa Joes effortlessly combines a relaxed and cozy atmosphere with the sophistication of fine dining. Its the kind of place where you can feel equally at ease in casual attire or dressed up for a special occasion. The warm and inviting decor sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. Now, onto the star of the show - the food. Papa Joes consistently delivers mouthwatering dishes that leave you craving more. Whether youre a fan of seafood, steak, or vegetarian options, their menu offers a delightful array of choices to please every palate. The quality and taste of their dishes are consistently top-notch. The service at Papa Joes is equally impressive. The staff is attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to your dining experience. They are always ready to recommend the perfect wine pairing or offer insights into the days specials. What makes Papa Joes truly stand out is the ability to strike the perfect balance between high-quality dining and a relaxed, comfortable environment. Its the kind of place where you can savor an exquisite meal without feeling the pressure of formalities. This unique combination is a testament to their commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience. In conclusion, Papa Joes in PEI is a hidden gem that deserves to be discovered. Its more than just another building on a busy road; its a haven for food enthusiasts seeking delicious cuisine, impeccable service, and a comfortable, inviting atmosphere. If youre looking for a dining experience that checks all the boxes, Papa Joes is the place to be. PS....we LOVED the tuna tartare from last summer, and were hoping to have it again this year - please bring it back for next August/September

Normal dinner. Food was good

One of the very few restaurants that when you mention to pretty much anyone on the island everyone loves. Consistent fantastic food great service. 10/10

Real food, prepared expertly, great choices, served hot and staffed by friendly people. Vegetarian options: Many choices suitable for vegetarians and

Had Thanksgiving dinner here today and it was pretty good. The steamed veggies were cooked perfectly. The potatoes are real, not flake potatoes. Well seasoned gravy and stuffing (latter is under turkey). Waitress was friendly and skilled.

Delicious dinner with friends, complimented by great service that was fast and very friendly without being overbearing. Great for families, or for a meal that s as good as home-cooked!

Very friendly and attentive server. Had 5 people for supper everyone was happy. 3 enjoyed the rib eye (very good). Two had a pasta dish . Very happy with the prompt service, excellent food and enjoyable experience. We will be revisiting soon. Great job guys.

Great lunch time with my fiancé and his family. We visited from Fredericton and that was our first stop after 4 hours driving. Ordered the cranberry goat cheese salad with chicken and that was incredible. Food arrived within 10 minutes with a full house. Trip advisor was right about this being one of the best spots in town!

Classic turkey club is delicious! Smoked salmon is essentially a build our own bagel lunch? Food

Great mussels. Tuna poke bowl was superb. Our waitress, Jaden, couldnt have been better.

Great spot to eat!!

Great food experience

Great food, great service! Kid-friendliness: High chairs available Food : 5/5 |

Food was great and service was even better from our waitress Josie! Will come again

Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options, always delicious! Food

Went to Papa Joes last Sunday for what I had hoped would be brunch but unfortunately, they dont do that there. Oh well. Anyway, had the breaded fish & chips instead because I cant cook fish at home to save my soul so I dont waste my time and money trying. Fish is typically reserved for eat-out occasions where surely, somebody can do a better job of it than I can. To say that Papa Joes fish & chips was good would be a considerable understatement. If that was not the best fish & chips I ever had, it was awfully darned close! If you were to challenge me to name a better one, Id be hard pressed to do so. Great atmosphere and great servers too. Take a bow, folks; you knocked it out of the park on this one. Well done!

Great overall experience! Our server was so friendly and the food was amazing.

Parking: Very

We had dinner there twice and everything was excellent! We have had excellent service every time. The lobster roll and the seafood chowder are the two dishes we liked the most.

large portions, great food and great service!

Great food, great prices, great service. Loved the chicken avocado sandwich, the tuna tartare, Salmon, and the hamburger and fries. Best meal I ve had in the city will definitely be going back.

This restaurant looks every day family fare from the exterior but beautifully decorated inside. The service is classic and wonderfully prompt with nothing missing. We learned many staff are family and some have worked there for 20 to 30 years. The menu is very diverse and the executive chef unparalleled in his abilities. I could go on but will say you will not have a better food experience at their very fair pricing. A must visit when in Charlottetown and make a reservation, youll need it. JH

Shared the Bruschetta flatbread and Mediterranean platter tonight with my wife. Both were delicious without feeling heavy. Service was polite and prompt even though it was busy.

We ordered the ahi tuna poke bowl and the herb & garlic linguini with scallops. The food came so fast - it must have been at our table less than 10 minutes after we ordered. I was very impressed by that. It was all tasty and the serving size was large. I think the pasta was a bit too saucy - a personal preference. Overall, we had a nice experience at Papa Joes!

Very good restaurant: quality of food, atmosphere, staff. A good address!

Had a great meal, good service. Went back the second night as well. Friendly owner.

Amazing atmosphere with friendly staff. The food was amazing and reasonably priced for the portion size. Would recommend anyone to go and we will be returning!

Absolutely the best Zatar fries Ive had! 100% recommend. Also Jodi is a delight!.

I wish six stars was an option. The food was amazing. We all enjoyed every dish. I would highly recommend Papa Joes!

A very pleasant dining experience, staff was very pleasant and especially the dishes proved to be outstanding!

Magnificent family restaurant and very nice atmosphere. The food is excellent as well as the service.

I tried to call and make an order. The lady that answered had an attitude and said in a snarky tone that they can t do the cheese dip to go. I wouldn t have had an issue with it if it was said in a polite manner.

We had to wait 30 minutes to get a table, but it was worth the wait! The server was friendly and I really liked the bouillabaisse. Parking: Front and side of the building.

A great lunch out for my family. Would recommend it if someone wants to get away from the tourist inflated prices in Charlottetown. The booth was spacious and comfortable. My wife and I had the seafood chowder which was so delicious that one of my daughters stole most of mine. My other daughter had a burger from the kids menu which cost $8 and came with fries , a drink and an Oreo cookie . Jodie the server was amazing. Finally, I ordered a coffee and it came with free refills. A great experience!

The wait time was 30 minutes. Thats acceptable for walk up at 5:30 pm. The seating was quick and friendly. The service was fast and the staff was very friendly and efficient. The food was hot and delicious when it arrived .I highly recommend going to Papa Joes when you are in Charlottetown PEI.

You must try the Goddess Burger!! Wow

Probably the best place we ate on the island.

Awesome - food and service were both excellent.

Two words: Zatar Fries! Make sure to order these when you come here.

Very busy restaurant, impressed food, good service. Had to wait to be seated

Good food friendly staff great meal

Super friendly, lovely people and the food was delicious. They are open until 9 every night - don t believe Google

We were here twice during our four-night stay. Our first visit was for lunch. I had the Rigatoni Bolognese with Italian sausage and it was fantastic! My husband had the steak sandwich and loved it. The pasta was a huge serving, the steak sandwich just the right amount. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Our second meal was dinner. I had the Mediterranean platter (pictured). It was a flavour festival. Everything was paired perfectly. My husband enjoyed the steak sandwich so much he had it again. It was very busy for dinner, we are in the bar area. Service was good. The owner was present and greeting guests. I would recommend Papa Joes for the wonderful variety of dishes and friendly service. We will definitely go back.

Had dinner after a round of golf. First time for 3 of the 4 dining. All enjoyed the meal and said wed return. Parking: Lots of parking - not a concern

Excellent food, atmosphere and service. We went on a busy evening and were in and out within an hour after enjoying two delicious meals.

Food was great but service was pretty bad. An hour waiting for 2 steaks and a lobster roll is pretty bad.

We dropped in with friends from California and had a great lunch. The fish tacos were amazing and like everyone else s meal, the portions were more than enough. Steak, chicken burger, pasta, and more were also part of our meal together. Don t forget to order a side or two of hummus to share.

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Deffinetly enjoyed this place!

Very tasty food and great service The tuna poke plate was awesome. Food

Love the avocado chicken burger with garlic sauce instead of mayo with Zatar fries as a side.

Overall good restaurant. Good calamari. Nice family restaurant. Not too expensive for what you get even with a couple appetizers. Nice portions. Food

Top notch customer service

This place doesnt disappoint, other than sometimes hard to get a table there, but when you are doing things right it makes sense.

They always have great food. I havent tried anything less than great.

Consistently good food, amazing choices with an emphasis on comfort food. Bacon-wrapped meatloaf, lobster rolls and blackened salmon. It s a favorite of Islanders and visitors alike. Friendly management and staff, one of the top executive chefs in Canada and plenty of parking, even during tourist season.