Saint John Ale House in Saint John

1 Market Square, Saint John, NB E2L 4Z6, Canada

★★★★☆
(1185 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant Pub Seafood restaurant Steak house

About

We offer the largest selection of beer in the Saint John, New Brunswick including several local craft beers including Moosehead Cask Ale made exclusively for the Ale House. We have an extensive wine list and also serve creative cocktails hand-made by our mixologist. Building an army of people by connecting through local food and beer culture... join the #sjaharmy

Website
saintjohnalehouse.com
Address
1 Market Square, Saint John, NB E2L 4Z6, Canada
Plus Code
7WFP+47 Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Time Zone
America/Halifax

Business Hours

Sunday
4–11 PM
Monday
11:30 AM–11 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11:30 AM–12 AM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Kerbside pickup Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Highlights
Great cocktails Live music
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Late-night food Organic dishes Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Brunch Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids Has changing table(s) High chairs Kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking Paid multi-storey car park Paid street parking Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside

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Reviews

4.2
★★★★☆
1185 reviews

Most Mentioned

patio (47) fish and chips (45) pub (33) chicken fingers (24) prime rib (17) scallops (16) beet (8) haddock (8) brews (8) crab and spinach dip (5)
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★★★★★
December 18, 2024

I had a lovely time here, the atmosphere was lovely and my bartender, John, was absolutely exceptional! Very knowledgeable about the variety of local beers they carry, and created such a welcoming space (especially for a newcomer!) I cannot recommend this place enough!!

★★
December 7, 2024

First time guests (4) for lunch. One group ahead of us already being seated. No one met us at the door. We did have a very friendly server doing the best she could. She did not refill our water and did not check in with us after served. Floors needed to be swept. The railings to the downstairs pub needed to be painted, the booth backs were scratched and missing paint. The kitchen door was broken and banging, then completely broke with the top closer hanging down in the way of staff. No hot water in the bathroom. Coffee mugs and spoons not completely clean. The fish platter came with a sizeable chunk of fish and was tasty. The fries were room temperature. The beet and goat cheese salad was excessively acidic, hardly any cheese or walnuts and the salad ends hadn’t been cut. The beets were boiled and flavourless. The chicken strips were plentiful but overcooked and we did not eat them. The view from upstairs was excellent. Some music would have been nice. We won’t be going back.

November 10, 2024

Very disappointing experience. Clearly no standards in the kitchen. The fact that they would serve this to a customer is surprising and let alone charge for it. This was not the only wing like this and not even the smallest. Even pub down under's cheap wings are better than these. Not only size/actual meat, but over cooked. Service is mediocre as well. No signs of guidance from management anywhere. Easy to say your money is better spent elsewhere.

★★
August 4, 2024

Food looks great, and stops there. This place is overrated and over priced for what is offered here. We had the crab and spinach dip, which was decent... however the tortillas it came with were extremely salty. The Bacon wrapped scallops were underwhelming to say the least. The haddock and fries was mediocre, and under seasoned and not as crispy as they could have been. The buttermilk chicken tenders were good, however some pieces were over salted. The fries and water were the best part of the meal. The service was also mediocre. Ordering took forever, water was not refilled, and paying took for every.

★★★★
June 3, 2024

Inside a fairly deserted mall. The servers are great and a lot of fun! The club was pretty good. The ones in our group who had the wings, loved them. Salmon, fish & chips, and scallops were a hit too. The portion of crème brûlée was small for the price.

★★★★★
May 24, 2024

I recently dined at Saint John Ale House, and I have to say, it was an exceptional experience. The food was nothing short of amazing, and each dish left a lasting impression. Starting with the Wings, they were incredibly fresh and flavorful. They were so tasty that they didn’t even need any additional sauce, which is a testament to their perfect seasoning and preparation. The Oysters, while a bit on the pricey side, were absolutely worth every penny. Fresh and succulent, they provided a delightful taste of the sea that was simply unforgettable. The Fish and Chips were another highlight of the meal. The fish was fresh, encased in a superbly light and non-oily batter. The chips were crispy and cooked to perfection, and the accompanying tartar sauce was a delicious addition that enhanced the dish beautifully. To complement the fantastic food, the drinks were equally good, offering a refreshing balance to the rich flavors of the dishes. Overall, Saint John Ale House delivered an outstanding dining experience with top-notch food and great drinks. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy a memorable meal.

★★★★★
October 6, 2023

Very comfortable and welcoming place. Right on the water front, but there is construction right now so no outside seating. Nice menu, not overwhelming but something for everyone. We had the chowder, the mussels and fries, and the burger. Food was phenomenal. Everything was expertly seasoned and prepared. Enjoyed a red wine flight, which was a bargain, with three very good selections to savor. A gin and tonic variation was also just right. Service was fun and friendly. Prices very reasonable for the quality and quantity.

★★★★★
September 21, 2023

We had an excellent tasty meal with their seared scallops. Nice environment with views of the harbour. Work is ongoing to refresh the boardwalk and Patio. It looks like it will be spectacular when completed in several months. Service, was great, food came out in good time and was hot.

★★
Local Guide
December 9, 2024

I felt like this was one of the worst places I have ever ate at. Two thumbs way down. Parking: We had to walk a pretty good distance to get into the pub. Then I got a little lost once I was in the building of market Square. I didnt like it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Best steak in town is the SJAH Ribeye dry aged.

★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Food was alright got the smash burger it was good. Great selection of local beers. Service was friendly

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

We had the Chop chop restaurant week special Menu- mushroom plate appetizer/ cream of mushroom soup/ beef Wellington. Everything was spot on ! We finished with the chocolate tart & creem brûlée s

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Had a wonderful lunch today with guests. I had the Goat Cheese and Beet Salad with chicken breast. The others at the table had the Smash Cheeseburger, Thai Brussel Salad and Squash Risotto. Everyone was pleased with their meals. No pics unfortunately. Food

★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Burger was dry and tasteless like the fried chicken aswell, they wasnt that good, specially for this price. Got like 2cm dry fries on my plate. Just very bad quality deep fried food. Many options for beers. Food

★★★
October 23, 2024

Expensive

★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Food was great, beer was good

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Amazing food and staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Great Fish n Chips!

September 23, 2024

Wrong menu

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

A very large selection of beer. A paradise for beer connoisseurs

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Great place. Fish and chips were excellent, .y son had mussells and they were great too.

★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Solid food, good range of beers, and great service. A little on the pricey side

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Best Scallop Appitizer I have had in awhile. Had Fish and Chips with Gravy for fries. What a meal and treat. Food : 5/5

★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Food took 1 1)2 hours from time of order until it was served. When we got it (Shredded Prime Rib) it was so salty we sent it back. Waitress said I know what you are saying, someone complained last week. They had no schooner beer, no Bud light, no Coors like, no Diet Coke, no Coke Zero

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Great place. Food and service were awesome.

★★★★★
September 23, 2024

The fish and chips as well as the Kraken roll are a must try! The saff are very nice and the decor is really well done.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

All kind beers in Saint John..NB

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

ale be back

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Great service. Ate outside and view was of the new waterfront park. It will be really nice once it is finished.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Everything was delicious! I enjoyed the feta and dates as well as the bacon wrapped scallops. The wings are also super cheap and delicious on wing night!

August 23, 2024

Pub club was good, but when we got to the dessert is were thing went south. My wife and I ordered the cheesecake also did my friends. Well the cheesecake was not edible . It was so bad something was missing or spilled. We each had a bite and sent it back. The waiter also tried it in the kitchen and said it was bad. Now the problem!! he made us pay for half of the desert. Not happy about that.

★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

The burgers are great but steer clear of the fish and chips. Worst in town. This place is a little overpriced for what you get, but the patio is fantastic and pet friendly. The service is always great too.

August 23, 2024

Over priced and not enjoyable experience! Put us in back corner (with mouse poop and dirty floors) and forgot about us. Food was cold when it finally arrived. Kids were hungry when we left. Would not return.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Wow, just wow, this must be the reason why so many people live in Canada. For this restaurant right here. Never in my life have I experienced such staggering service. We came from a late night drive and lamentably arrived 10 minutes before the restaurant closed, but with that the super nice and remarkable host still let us in with open arms and she was avid to give us a warm and welcoming feast so she sat us at a phenomenal table with an astounding view. We settled down and Caleb quickly and neatly came out. Caleb is the best server I ve had in my whole life. Very nice and charming despite us arriving so close to the closing time. The food was very quick and the mashed potatoes were the most renounced, creamiest, palatable set of mashed potatoes that I ve ever had. And the chicken tenders and fries were nothing like I ve ever had, it s indescribable how pleased and lucky I felt knowing that I was in that moment there, at a captivating restaurant with prodigious service. We finished up and Caleb had an eminent conversation with my parents abt where were from and then after that he escorted us out of the restaurant. No one has ever done that. I Would recommend this place to everyone and anyone. Please come here. My life will never be the same.

★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Nothing special about this location. Server was almost non-existent except to be there with our check.

★★★★★
August 23, 2024

Really friendly and efficient service. Nice choice of beers (lots of options). Oysters and mignonettes: very good! I liked the blueberry beer too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Friendly staff and very good food! Tuesdays are beer tasting, 4 small beers for $10 - very cool! Wed love to come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Great food

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Great food and great service Thanks everyone Food

★★★★★
July 23, 2024

The St John Ale House has a wonderful selection of cocktails and beer on tap. All of their staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming and took the time to chat with us during our visit. The food was spectacular, if you get the chance try the feta and dates! Special shout out to Stephanie, thanks for making this experience so memorable! 10/10

★★★
July 23, 2024

The chickens must be taken early in their lives up here in New Brunswick. The smallest wings Ive ever been served were served here tonight. Beer was excellent, service too, but that 19 dollar pound of wings was super disappointing.

★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Great food and good service. Although I I found it a tad bit expensive

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Fabulous food. The owner is an amazing guy.

July 23, 2024

Fries were really greasy and soggy . Stake was dry and tuff . Chicken was disgusting. And the guy serving our table was horrible. We watched 2 tables come get their food and leave before they came to us.. and says well i here now .. . One hour and 45 minutes to get food. Really unacceptable . Never going back ...

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Dietary restrictions: Kitchen is on top of dietary restrictions and very conscientious about allergies. Food

Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Bland

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Good food! Little pricey but food is banging

June 23, 2024

40 $ meal is :Burger with blood in it, Heinz ketchup, cold bun. Doorman and manager come to cut the conversation with waitress for an unrelated to the discussion.on a 12$ beer, yes its 12$ a beer.... But some brand are nice. Food : 1/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

The fish and chips soooo delicious

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Been here twice now over the course of a couple years with my husband, and was very happy with the consistency in food and service both times! This latest time around we got the scallops as an appetizer, and a few drinks. Myself the prime rib, and my husband the fish and chips, and all the food was great. I was so full from the prime rib, which was very tasty, and the scallops are officially my favourite to order from here! The atmosphere was comfortable, and the prices arent bad at all all, especially considering Ive paid more in other places to get food of a lesser quality/amount. Would happily recommend and go back any time.

★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

The organic burger was awesome but on the liquor menu the Bowmore 12 year Scotch is $11.75 per oz but when I got the bill I was charged just over $14 per oz. Yikes.

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

Amazing service ordered through skip and sadly my jug of beer was not included! Called looking for a refund but instead had a personal delivery to my home. Always great food but Ill never order in from SJAH again Ill be sure to go on personally to enjoy the best hospitality in Saint John xx

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Best burger in Saint John. They process the meat on site and can offer a burger cooked to medium. Chicken tender are top notch as well. Best I ve ever had. Parking: Parking garage in market square is where to go. Access in front of the Hilton.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

Very nice atmosphere, old brick building charm at the port Market Square, lot of wood and beams. Food and service is great along with a very good selection of drinks. Prices are according to the quality of food and service you get, also the prime location. We have been there several times and is always a place to go.

Local Guide
April 23, 2024

i wish i could give this place more for the very pleasant atmosphere, but the food was horrendous, underseasoned, oily and fat. my wife and i felt very sick after eating here

★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Under Renos, the food was underwhelming....give it a pass there are better places close by

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Really good food !

★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

The service was very good, prompt and friendly. The food was OK, but, a bit pricey for what you get.

Local Guide
March 23, 2024

I have been going here since it opened. When I lived in SJ it was at least weekly .for years. When I travel to SJ it was always a must stop. Always pricey, but worth it. Sadly this has changed. The past few visits were not that great but brushed it off as staff having a bad day. It happens, plus I seldom share a bad experience. Today however, was a total let down. Went with wife 2 other couples. Ordered some apps. The taquitos were cold and had the consistency of rubber. The chicken wings were dry, and honestly not much better than gas station quality. The loaded kettle chips had little toppings, and the little amount of chicken that was added was rock hard and inedible. We skipped main courses, paid and left. $100 for 3 apps that made Jungle Jims look like fine dining. Until there is a demonstrably improvement in quality I will not be returning, nor will I be recommending to others. Service was friendly. Very nice server.

★★★
February 23, 2024

Sadly disappointed with the food and service tonight at the Ale House. These reviews are very misleading as I was expecting a top quality dinner. Ordered prime rib with red wine sauce and was extremely dissatisfied. The presentation was sloppy, the meat was fatty and the sauce was far from any red wine sauce I have ever tasted. It was Thursday night, not busy at all and we waited over 20 mins for drinks and then close to half an hour for our bills after we were finished eating. Even my kids grilled cheese tasted bad and the side of vegetables was burnt black. Overall terrible experience and will not be returning.

February 23, 2024

Great atmosphere, food was overcooked, fish was cooked 2x too long....and pricey not good value. Wont return even though I did like the atmosphere. Renovations outside kill the view, but the view will be good once that is completed in 6+ months.

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

Went for dinner last evening and my Girlfriend, we both had a great time. Loved our food and the server was excellent, great service and food as always SJAH! Dietary restrictions: Always accommodating.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Great chicken/chips

★★★★★
February 23, 2024

aint John Ale House - The Epitome of Local Excellence The Saint John Ale House is, without a doubt, one of the finest dining establishments Ive had the pleasure of visiting. This place truly stands out, not only for its commitment to serving all-organic, locally sourced meats but also for its consistently good food, beautiful ambiance, and exceptional staff. Its no wonder this has become my go-to restaurant. One of the most commendable aspects of the Saint John Ale House is its dedication to sustainability and support of local farmers. Knowing that the delicious meal in front of you is crafted with the finest organic ingredients sourced from the area adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the dining experience. The food here is always a hit, offering a menu that brilliantly showcases the best of what local cuisine has to offer. Each dish is prepared with meticulous care, ensuring that every bite is a testament to the chefs expertise and passion for food. Whether youre craving something innovative or a classic comfort dish, the Saint John Ale House delivers with flair. The ambiance of the restaurant is another highlight, beautifully designed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether youre dining indoors or enjoying the charming outdoor seating, the setting perfectly complements the gastronomic experience, making every visit memorable. But what truly sets the Saint John Ale House apart is its staff. The team here goes above and beyond to make sure every guest feels welcome and valued. Their knowledge, friendliness, and attention to detail ensure a seamless dining experience from the moment you walk in until you bid them goodbye. In conclusion, the Saint John Ale House is a jewel in the crown of the local dining scene. With its focus on organic local meats, consistently delicious food, beautiful setting, and outstanding staff, its easy to see why this place holds a special spot in the hearts of many, including mine. Whether youre a local or just passing through, do yourself a favor and experience the magic of the Saint John Ale House.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Great food with fast and friendly service. Wonderful views! They have several gluten-free options and good with other dietary restrictions (ie. Egg and dairy free). Looking forward to going back again! Dietary restrictions: Several options for gluten-free, dairy free and egg free!

★★
January 23, 2024

Came in when it wasnt busy, took too long to get our drinks. The menu didnt prepare me for what I was ordering and it reeked of cigarettes

★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Good food and good service. I like the bar atmosphere, just needs a bit more whiskey selection but overall nice place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Awesome place. Simply the best

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

A tad expensive, BUT, truly great! Best burger I have ever had. If Jonesies had gourmet toppings they d be a tie.

★★
December 23, 2023

No kids menu, 2 star pub food at 5 star prices. Lukewarm flat beer. Not impressed, wont be back.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Went to 8 different bars while visiting St. John from the states. Kept coming back to the ale house. Amit and Dara were my servers. They knocked it out of the park. Kept the drinks coming and the food was fantastic. A must see place on any trip to St. John.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Wonderful experience with wonderful service, drinks and food from Amit and Dara. Definitely the creme of the crop in our experience as a group.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Absolutely amazing. Had two great waiters on two different nights, first Amit and then Dara. Both absolutely awesome. Drinks are the greatest in town and food is top notch. Went to 12 different bars, this was the only one I went back to multiple times. If you re coming to Saint John, from america or anywhere, you have to visit!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Went to 10 different bars, but this place is truly the best in Saint John. 5/5 food, 5/5 service. Amit and Dara were our servers, absolutely wonderful people, deserving of the best praise, compared to others, they stand out the most.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I came to St.John on a short vacation expecting to try out many of the local bars, which I did, but compared to others this stands out. This is the only place that we went to multiple times while exploring, and it wasnt because it was cheaper. It was because of the excellent service from our servers, Amit and Dara, who were responsive and on top of our orders. The food along with the service was excellent, as well as the music that accompanied the entire experience. Overall, the best possible bar experience I could ask for while on vacation.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food and service here was great. The waitress recommended a pale ale that was the best Ive ever had. Then she recommended chicken tenders and I laughed at her. She explained that she wasnt joking and that they were made with 13 spices and it makes them delicious. We ordered it, and she was right. First time as an adult ordering chicken tenders, but it was well worth it!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good variety of local beers and wines. Menu offered variety and generous portion sizes. Friendly service and a view of the water from upper floors.

December 23, 2023

Went there for Sunday lunch, tried Burger of the week (Smash Patty Taco) & pub club & fries. I was charged extra $10 for substituting chicken for beef for my burger. Food did not taste good and portions were not worth the price at all. DISAPPOINTING!! Carrot Cheesecake Dessert was Ok and service was alright. Next time, we would only go there for drinks not food! (In response to owner s comment who said I should be ashamed of my self for substituting the chicken for beef, I did this for religious purpose because I do not eat beef. If you thought this dish would not work out with chicken then you should have been transparent about it like how you bragged about it in the review response. And You should have suggested a better chicken dish that would not have ruined my experience. I have substituted chicken for beef at other restaurants and they were delicious. So I didn t ruin my dish, you did! Shame on you for that and yeah it s totally your fault for letting me order it. I guess you guys only like to see good reviews which is why you leave such poor responses for 1 star reviews.)

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I had this pub club sandwich. Looks like one side of my patty was burned because it gave me little bitter taste in the end. I felt fries were over fried as well. Five star for the waiter, but in my opinion food is kinda pricy for bar food. Thumbs up for the drink menu, dessert menu and atmosphere.

★★
December 23, 2023

Went on Easter Monday for a staff lunch. It was the worst food experience weve had at Ale House. Steak under cooked, fries over done, kettle chips burnt (twice). At least the server was pleasant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Delicious every time and service can t be beat! Crab dip and pineapple daiquiris are wonderful

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Had steak perfectly cooked. Asked for onions and mushrooms on the side .onion far outweighed mushroom .didn t love this. Fries were great well seasoned. Was a little pricey for what it was.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great plate to meet friends and beer.. Food was great as well . Service was a bit slow though..

★★★★
December 23, 2023

Good food and drinks, reasonable prices, attentive service

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Excellent service. Amazing beer. Perfect shots

★★
December 23, 2023

Was excited to come here as it came highly rated. We ordered the tater tots poutine with fried chicken and the prime rib burger. The burger was way too rich and the poutine was tasteless and soggy. The chicken was also way too overly battered and tasted like it was reheated. Too bad as it had a nice atmosphere.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Awesome staff

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great food, service was good, atmosphere is a little dingy. Best fish and chips Ive had so far. White raspberry, rhubarb cheesecake is really good.

December 23, 2023

Really disappointed. Went for our anniversary dinner with our newborn. Very first thing we asked for was drinks, I ordered an iced tea and a water, iced tea came, never the water. We asked 3 times to two different people for the water to only get it after our meal while waiting to pay. Never asked if we wanted a refill on the iced tea nor could we track our waitress down long enough to ask for one. We ordered appetizers which came out with the meal instead of before like we asked. By the time we actually got to our mains they were soggy and cold. Cutlery was not given until after all the food came out. They forgot the tartar sauce for the fish and chips that was brought out so that was another wait. Also heard the our waitress ask the table next to us when they would like their appetizers out which we werent clearly given that option after we asked for them out first. Food would have been great if given at appropriate time. We paid 130 for soggy food and poor service - happy anniversary to us.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great food and service! Got to eat lunch outside by a cute dog

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

We were there in a large group. Restaurant was not very busy. Drinks came pretty fast but waited 45 minutes for them to take our food order. Some orders were messed up. Some people were finished eating before the last people got their food. One guy had his order forgotten altogether. My meal (salmon cake) was okay. (I ordered it because I wanted a lower carb meal.) Nice pieces of minced salmon but the crust was very hard. Side salad was ok but very salty dressing. On the upside, the lunch menu was reasonably varied and some of the portions were quite generous. The people who got the prime rib sandwich were quite happy. Also those who got the buttermilk chicken tenders seemed happy.

★★
December 23, 2023

Oily flavorless food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Had the Crab & spinach dip and the Lobster & Prosciutto Croquetas. Both of these were great. The Croquetas were absolutely delicious, I would recommend. We had a bowl of the Seafood chowder. At first I thought the Chowders broth needed to be a bit more rich (flavor wise), but after trying it with the fish, shrimps etc I feel like it balances the dish pretty well. The fish and shrimps were perfectly cooked. Fresh and flavorful. A bit pricey but in line with other restaurants in the area and food was great overall.

★★
December 23, 2023

We were very excited to check out this place while visiting saint john. Sadly, the food wasnt up to par; we ordered the crab and spinach dip, the fish and chips, and the clam chowder. Everything was bland, oily, and overpriced given the quality. Our server never came back so we did not have the opportunity to tell them about the food. Not worth all the hype!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Our first stop after arriving in St John, NB, getting our steps in from AirBnB. Barkeep was friendly and provided great service. Just drinks at this stop!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

This place was a superstar on our maritime seafood marathon. We split the Lobster & Prosciutto Croquetas and a mug of Seafood Chowder. The Croquetas were so good and we kept cutting them into smaller pieces just to get more bites in. The Chowder was creamy and so hearty. We also enjoyed a flight and a couple of pints of local beers. Finally but certainly just as noteworthy, our server was awesome. They were super friendly and attentive and obviously knew the beers and food menu well. We probably stole too much of their time asking about living in Saint John but really loved hearing about their experience and local recs. We ll be back, especially when the construction around the outdoor space and waterfront is complete.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

I wish I could give this place 6 stars. Everything about it is great. Excellent food, huge beer selection, not too loud. I cant recommend this place highly enough.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Really good food. We had the Pub Club and the Buttermilk chicken tenders. Fries also excellent. Server was superb.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Went here after a long day of driving and we wanted to get food that was near our hotel. Got in pretty quickly and it was busy on a Saturday night. It looked like one server hosting a bunch of different tables, especially a big party of 14. He did pretty well considering I heard him say hes still new to the job. We both ordered the fish and chips and it was pretty good! The portion size was huge. I ended up taking mine home. We also got gravy on the side for the Fries which was delicious. It would have been 5 star, but it was hot and humid in the restaurant.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

My boyfriend and I stopped in for a late dinner, drinks, and dessert and had a great time! The server, Caleb, was very kind and extremely accommodating and we loved the drinks and crème brûlée! Thank you!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Wicked place with good style. Lots of beers on taps. We got the crab and spinach dip, was really good. The extra crispy chips went well with it. Pairs very well with any beer!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing selection of local beers and great oysters. Was a great place to be on a foggy and damp East Coast day.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Delicious chowder, nice beer list and friendly staff. This place was everything my girlfriend and I wanted on our trip.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great server. Food was good but not great. We had olives and scallops to start. I had the lamb gnocchi, others had fish & chips, a steak and chicken tenders.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Expensive for what it is. Nothing exceptional

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very expensive compared to the quality of food and service. The food is okay.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food was great, service would great, Id recommend the place to others!

★★
December 23, 2023

Staff were excellent! Just want to get that out of the way before I say dont bother with this place. Outrageously expensive. I got the lobster risotto and it was so bland. Just a plate of soggy rice with a couple chunks of flavourless lobster. It legit had no flavour. $40 for that... The burger that my girlfriend got was just okay. The fries were quite good!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Delicious lobster and crab risotto and great drinks menu. Very friendly and attentive staff.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great service. I think the lobster Risotto is very mid for the amount they charge (40$). The chowder is good, a solid 7/10.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The seafood chowder was one of the best soups Ive ever had. Unfortunately, service was lacking.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great place fun atmosphere friendly staff delicious food what more can I say

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The server was amazing. Had the Irish red beer and my partner had a cider, both delicious. We came because they had gluten free bread options. Kids enjoyed grilled cheeses and cheeseburger. I had the gnocchi and it was quite an interesting mixture of beef stew with goat cheese and gnocchi. I thought the portions were too small.

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

When the food is terrible does the service or atmosphere really matter? When I dine out Im not looking for mediocre but in this case that would have been a step up. Oh and when a plate of food is sent back untouched and you remove it from the bill, gee thanks for doing the very minimum of what should be expected.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good food, friendly staff. Under construction at the moment so the patio is a bit of a wreck. Dietary restrictions: Gluten free buns

★★★
December 23, 2023

Good service but the food is not worth for what we paid for.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Its farm to table or fish to table philosophy is always consistent. Well worth a stop in for dinner or a drink anytime.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Try the chowder! So good!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Great dining experience with an intimate East Coast vibe. Our beer flight as recommended by Dale our server was outstanding as well as the strawberry rhubarb margarita was very tasty. Thoroughly enjoyed the Chowder and the Lamb gnocchi melted in your mouth. Highly recommended,

★★★
December 23, 2023

The food was fabulous. Too bad we waited for an hour after we placed our order. The waitress was MIA - she took our drink order, a little later the food order and then disappeared. A guy (owner, manager?) came out with a plate of complimentary chips, said our food would be out soon and then he disappeared. No explanation and still no waitress. We got our food - still no explanation from the waitress (who then took much too long to come back and check on us). Very disappointing experience.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The food was excellent. The chicken tenders had an amazing flavor. The grilled chicken sandwich also had really good flavor.

Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very poor experience. The food was decent but the service really ruined everything. We arrived at around 7:45 pm and left after 10 pm. The table was dirty when we sat down and we asked to have it wiped down, it took a half hour for them to come wipe it down and bring our drinks. The food took an hour and a half to arrive, this is not acceptable at any restaurant, I dont think I have ever waited this long for food. I feel for the server as she was trying her best but it just seemed like they couldnt handle the amount of people in the restaurant. So disappointed.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Good food, good experience, would eat here again

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

What a great place, stoped in after checking out the town for a quick drink. Tried a beer sampler and had a quick bit to eat. Jessica was amazing and went our of her way for us. Would recommend stopping in.

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

My friend and I were just talking about how good the food has been on our trip through New Hampshire and Maine. I guess we had this coming!! If I told you how bad this was, you would swear I was exaggerating. But...it was really bad. The seafood chowder was really tasteless potato soup with some clams and mussels floating on top. And, the potatoes were hard...needed a little more cooking. I also had the hummus, which was supposed to come with crispy chickpeas....fail....soggy chickpeas with lots and lots of fresh dill. Also, the Pita chips were probably sliced early this morning, so stale. Oh, and the hummus had salt, and more salt. I honestly wanted to go back and help out whoever was filling in for the chef tonight, because no real chef would have served this. This was my meal. My friend ordered fish and chips, they brought white vinegar because they were out of malt vinegar. The manager was nice enough to go to another restaurant and get the proper condiment, hence the 2 stars instead of one. The whole meal was quite a disappointment and not worth the $85. There are lots of restaurants in the area, choose another.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Were in Saint John for a day while in transit. At first we had no intention of going out to eat. However, since a local police officer recommended the place to us, we went there. Lucky! We probably wouldnt have come across it by chance. My girlfriend had the chicken tenders and I had a burger. What can I say. The food was very tasty. One of the best burgers Ive ever had. The fries were also world class. The chicken tenders (marinated with buttermilk) were so flavorful. A poem. The store also has a very nice and cozy atmosphere. You also have to emphasize the friendliness of our service. In a good mood and absolutely helpful. We felt completely comfortable. Thank you and kind regards from Germany

December 23, 2023

So over priced for what you get. We ordered kettle chips and crab spinach dip. I am not exaggerating that there were no more then 20 chips on a large plate with some semi melted cheese, artificial bacon and a tiny cup of sour cream for OVER $20!! The crab spinach dip was some soupy green blended mess with no crab in site and over fried pitas for OVER $20!! We wont be back and dont recommend, there has to be better places to go.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Had the bowl of chowder. Comes with buttered toasted sourdough bread. Absolutely delicious. Staff is good natured, too. Will visit again if ever back in the area.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Sever was polite, he had other tables on the go so any delays were completely understandable. Had fun with friends, and good events are hosted there. The general atmosphere was good and has been good every time I have gone. However, very disappointed to have been charged 17.27 for a bowl of tater tots - not the poutine just a small portion of tots. At most restaurants poutine is one price and fries are another, so I had expect to be charged for a fries or a lesser price OR be told it will be the same price as a full decorated poutine, in which case I would not have ordered. A bowl of tots should not cost more than a couple glasses or wine. Overall nice place, and will likely go back for socials and drinks, but probably wont eat there ever again.

★★
December 23, 2023

One of less memorable. Our waitress....I am sure a very nice person, but the demeanor was less than appealing. We went out for a fun night and from the first drink order to the bill it was very abrupt and rushed the entire time, and little to no accommodating. An instant turn off. A sad situation. Dietary restrictions: Little to no dietary restrictions, and even less accommodating.

★★
December 23, 2023

My husband and I had. Two apps and a Caesar salad. We were there early. Salad not fresh and apps tasted pre made like a few days ago and not served hot (Bacon wrapped scallops and pork bites). Come on guys how hard can it be?? Do better

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

On a warm summer evening we enjoyed our drinks and dinner here. The wait for food was lengthy but our great waitress wisely told us up front and kept us informed. It was pleasant being outside by the water and the food was delicious. Salmon and smoked mackerel starters, with the best fried fresh haddock Ive had in a long time. Lots of interesting beer and drinks choices too.

★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

food is fine but the fry oil is used so many times for fish and chips

★★★★
December 23, 2022

The whole dock area is being updated and I assume will be excellent when finished. Restaurant inside is nice. Outdoor seating is currently like sitting in a gravel lot. Wide range of food options and selection of beer taps. Service was slow and we, group of 8, took 90 minutes to order, be served and finish. Wonderful if we only worried about lunch. Would be interesting to go back in a year to see the improvement. Parking: A fairly long walk to the restaurant. Nearly a km.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great food, reasonable prices. The only downside is patia have only small tables, so if you are in a company its challenging to sit all together.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Tasty food. Nice waitress.

★★★★
December 23, 2022

Love having my dog welcome

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Large portion of fish and chips.. good beer in a out door setting.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Fish n chip 10/10 Beer 10/10

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Service was amazing and the food was just as good. Portions were more than enough and the selection was unique. I ordered the shaved prime rib. It was flavourful and comforting. I would highly recommend.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Food was really good and the service was excellent

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

The muscles were abundant! The glitter beer refreshing, however the gravy on the poutine was bland.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great beer selection. Awesome bartender and tour guide Steve! Warm comfy hang out space right on the quay. Will stop again.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Very nice vibe, great waitstaff...food however did not meet hype and expectations...Fish & Chips Haddock was soggy although size was huge, mashed potatoes excellent, salmon average, smoked makerel starter was good, pork bites rather fatty. Cocktails inventive but miss the mark a bit.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great food, excellent service, lovely atmospheres. Thank you

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Taste and the presentation of the food was great the server was even better! The decor of the restaurant was cool too.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Caleb made our stay amazing. Food was amazing his service was on point will deff return!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great place to just sit and hang out, food was sooo good In the pic is Philly steak wrap with poutine, and chicken quesadilla Food

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great wait staff and I really enjoyed the food. Ambience was a little off for me, felt like a more relaxed, quieter atmosphere but the piped in music was a driving jazz beat that didnt seem to fit and was annoying.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great selection of local beers and friendly and awesome staff. I didnt take the opportunity to have a bite, but I suspect the food is marvelous.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Good place for share some time with friends

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

The steak was *amazing.* Great service, great beer selection, great food. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Great food. Great Service...best beer taps in town with great selection.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

A friend was raving about the buttermilk chicken tenders so we had to go and try them. They were amazing, pretty sure they were hand dipped chicken thighs. And the fries were great too! Waitstaff was super nice and they took care of us well. The restaurant atmosphere was really nice too.