Popular place, food, specials regularly, good size wings, not those little tiny things. Often they…read moreoffer a pound of wings with a beer for $15. Can't beat that deal, no wonder the place is busy. Every time I'm in town, this is a go to spot.

Nice little pub in Bowmanville. Location is convenient with plenty of seats and TVs. Servers were…read morenice and friendly and very helpful with the massive menu. There are so many options but we settled with fish and chips, wings and wrap and salad. I really liked the fish and chips. The fish had a great batter - not too heavy., and the fish was very meaty. I didn't care for the fries, wish they were cut fresh. Wings were good, with a light breading. Everything was as expected, didn't blow me away but wasn't disappointed.

Always amazing food. Saturday special -pasta and wine. Good cocktails and great food. Wonderful…read moreservice.

I made it my mission to stop here on the way back from a road trip out east. I was drawn in by a…read morescrumptious looking menu and the rave reviews posted on Yelp. We made a reservation for 4 people at 5pm on a Friday night just to be safe. 5pm is a little early for dinner but the restaurant was still about a quarter full when we arrived. The inside of the restaurant is what I would describe as a comfortable modern cafe. There was a lot of artwork on the walls that featured local artists and that you could purchase. We were all pretty hungry from our travels so we started the meal off with the Chicken and Waffles. There are only 3 pieces for this appetizer so one of our couples split a piece which turned out okay. It was a tasty bite sized morsel. My main was an alfredo with only the good stuff - chicken, mushrooms, and onions in a creamy sauce on top of perfectly cooked fettuccine. It looked like a deceptively small portion but I actually needed help finishing it. I stole bites off the plates of some of the other dishes in my party. The fries from the burger special were a real winner. They were thick cut, some with the skins still on them, and crispy at the ends. My definition of an addictive fry! I was pretty liberal when sampling the pasta special which was a sous vide lamb on top of a homemade gnocchi in a ragu. The lamb was really mouth watering. It had a subtle taste of lamb but it was really meaty like a steak. The gnocchi had varying levels of crispiness and had a great contrast in texture. Finally I was able to sneak a piece of the lamb shank which was also to die for. It was fall off the bone and so incredibly tender. The service was really wonderful that night too. Our server checked on us multiple times through the meal and made sure we always had everything we needed. On our way out it felt like we were thanked by the entire kitchen and bar staff as we walked by. A lovely dining experience to check out if you're ever in Bowmanville!

I had followed a friend out to Bowmanville on an errand and stopped in at KSJ Monster Pub &…read moreRestaurant for a bite to eat. First impressions? Weird name. Clean interior with intimate lighting, attractive seating, and a nicely stocked long bar. Lots of TVs. Very nice. We were greeted by the lone server/bartender who brought us menus and told us all the specials of the day. I decided on the burger special - 8oz prime rib burger with cheese, bacon, and fries for only $10.00! The burger arrived open-faced, dressed with lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickle. It looked good. It tasted really good! The burger patty was big and juicy, topped with two strips of bacon. It tasted pretty good! The fries were really good, with every one being nice and crispy. Great fries! For a completely random, unplanned visit, this was a very pleasant experience. The food was delicious, the ambiance was very nice, and the service was outstanding! Kudos to our server, Shirly(?). 4.5/5.0

was our first time visiting this place oh my god the food was so good monster spicy fries which…read morewere delicious i had smokey BBQ wings and had chilli chicken so good will definitely be coming back

Been coming here many years. A popular local hang, big selections of beers, full bar and food…read moreservice. Solo musicians play here occasionally also.

This was the first time I've had food from here since the name change. I ordered the food online…read morethrough skipthedishes and it was very good. I got the blue cheese burger and it is honestly one of my favourite burgers I've had. I would definitely recommend the burger as well as the restaurant 10/10. Also would recommend the lattice fries they came with a delicious spiced sauce for dipping.

All I have to say is this place is terrible. I ate there last Saturday and the food was DISGUSTING…read more It was cold, not even remotely warm, cold as if it was placed in the fridge. The gravy was CONGEALED it was so cold. We waited over an hour to be served our food too. In our group some of us tried to return the food, because it was cold and the waitress simply replied, "why?" SERIOUSLY!!! Also, the waitress never refilled or even offered to refill our drinks. Trying to get the waitress's attention was impossible too. I should have asked to speak with the manager, because this is the worst dining experience I have ever had. My first hint that this place was bad should have been that it was empty during a Saturday at dinner time. STAY AWAY!!!! It is really a shame, because when this place was called Hanc's, it was amazing... the change in ownership has ruined this place!

Brought my kids to eat not too long after the "change over". The place basically looks the same…read morewith terrible food. I didn't let my daughter eat her dessert because the ice cream looked terrible. I had a wrap, all I could taste was mayo. The fries were cold. I couldn't get anyone's attention to fix anything so we just paid and left. We will not be back.

We went two weeks ago to Frosty Johns again Bowmanville…read more We went for a late evening dinner on Saturday Atmosphere wasn't too busy especially as it was World Cup going on and there was a game in the evening Did not know this but they do karaoke on Saturdays there We started with the sliders They were really good My wife had the Mexican salad and loved it I had the chicken and shrimp pad Thai Absolutely epic Great service Will definitely come back again

We went this evening to Frosty John's pub in Bowmanville…read more The restaurant has a menu with a lot of options to chose from The restaurant was busy but not too busy for a long weekend Our server tonight was super friendly and helpful tonight We started with the crispy calamari The pieces were large and the batter was good My hubby had the pork shoulder with fries He really enjoyed it I really enjoyed the Mexican salad that I ordered It has grilled chicken, avocado, grilled pineapple It comes with ranch dressing but you do have an option to change it and I replaced it with raspberry vinaigrette instead Overall we both enjoyed our meals and I would definitely recommend checking this spot out I would definitely come back again for another meal here

Delicious wraps, clean, bright and good ambiance, good service…read more The menu offers a decent selection of delicious items with options to be prepared as Pierogi, wraps, bowls. We had the baba's classic pierogi, it was well prepared, served hot. Also had the bbq philly cheese steak as loaded wrap, it was really delicious, aromatic and nicely prepared. The quantity is good for small to low-average eaters, but may not be adequate for most.

On Friday night, after spending some time chatting and eating with my dear friend at Copper Branch…read morein Bowmanville, we left when it closed at 8 pm. We said goodbye and I headed to my car. I noticed Loaded Pierogi in the same plaza, several doors down from Planet Fitness. I love pierogies (or perogies, depending on what you like spelling-wise), so I made a mental note. Yesterday, I had a craving for pierogies. I decided to drive back to Bowmanville to check out this place. Thankfully, I like day trips, so I didn't mind backroading it over here. There was plenty of parking in this plaza. I parked fairly close to Loaded Pierogi without getting blown away by gusty winds and walked in. I was greeted by a cheerful young woman. I was the only one in the place. I had never been to any Loaded Pierogi. I asked what the difference was between the small and large sizes. You get six and eight pierogies, respectively. Each pierogy is on the normal size scale. You can cut it in half and each half represents a decent bite. I had looked at the menu the night before. I knew what flavour I wanted. I went with the large wild mushroom and truffle pierogies. They had sautéed portobello, oyster, cremini, and button mushrooms, with thyme, goat cheese, white truffle oil, caramelized onions, and green onions. Perfect for the mushroom and truffle oil lover! She asked whether I wanted my pierogies boiled or fried. I asked whether I could get a split. In the past, you could, but you can't anymore. That's okay. I went boiled. This place has beer. I was impressed. I didn't get any and opted for a Diet Pepsi instead. I paid with a credit card. The transaction was easy and smooth. I also tipped. I decided to dine in. I had to present my proof of vaccination and ID. All went well. I found a table and sat on the long, cushioned bench side. I had a sip of my drink before my order was ready for pickup. I put my mask back on, fetched my food, thanked the woman, and headed back to the table. Although you can place your order online and drop by to pick it up, my ordering while at the eatery took little time to prepare. It was probably because I came during a non-rush time to chow down. This meal was my late lunch just past 3 pm. I loved all the mushrooms, green onions, goat cheese, carmelized onions, and green onions that completely covered all pierogies underneath. I was so happy. I found a pierogy. It was boiled perfectly. I cut it in half. It was fully stuffed with potato filling. I took a bite with some toppings. It was such a comforting bite. I loved the mushrooms. The truffle oil was subtle, but definitely present. There was a lot of goat cheese that was so creamy. If you hate goat cheese, you may want to pass on this flavour. I loved it, especially with the carmelized onions and green onions. The flavours were incredible. I was so happy eating everything. I felt fancy, despite being dress casually, as usual. I normally don't care for sour cream. However, the sour cream here is different. It tastes fresh and has something else mixed in with it (maybe garlic or onion powder) and it was addictive. I used the washroom before driving back to Markham. There are two single-stall washrooms. I used the regular one. The other supported accessibility needs. This eatery was super clean and the washroom was no exception. My experience was excellent. I'd definitely come back and try more items. (448)

I just can't get 1 good meal here since new owners 2022. It's worse than a truck stop for quality…read moreof food. Chicken wings were tasteless for chicken but had a weird soapy taste that not even the sauce could cover up. Wings were reheated at least 2 times come frozen and to save money they only get the 1 kind. .....breaded. Fries are old limp with no taste. Breakfast sausage were cheapest you can imagine.... extra msg and salt So mushy. spring rolls were all batter there were no Vietnamese rice wrapped ones. Bread is that Texas thick cheap stuff. Absolutely no quality what so ever.......none. I gave 1 star because coffee was good. Just a dive eatery.

Everytime i come here i get treated like family they gave me candy and invited me into a special…read moreroom they gave me free drinks and drove me home and made me snacks.

This pub is one of the good things about this town from the perspective of a foodie and as a music…read morelover. I've had their fish and chips in the past, which were meh compared to what I've experienced elsewhere, but that is where I will finish complaining and start complimenting for example the tacos here. They are amazing, as is the poutine, the onion rings, and the Smash burger--I got the Angry Sterling, which is a flavour explosion with delicious toppings. And the drink, the Toronto cocktail, was amazing--a strong enough flavour of whisky with just enough of the liqueurs to make it not sting going down. Oh, and I haven't spoken about the live music yet. There was a guy playing guitar who was taking requests, and--and I'm saying this as a person who isn't too big a fan of acoustic guitar music--was pretty good. His passion alone made me start to bop my head and tap my foot to the music. Oh, and I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the nice trails, beach, and a historic house in a neighbourhood that reminds me of the bridal path. Up a flight of stairs that can be found on Mill Street in intervals between Pharma Save and Ed Whites (appliances) on the side across from where the Pharma Save is...

Just dropped in for a drink and the butter chicken smelled so good that we had to have some!…read moreWonderful vibe, service, and food!

New and improved maybe? We went for the view. There is a…read morevery small menu, great wine choices and a wood burning stove. excellent pizza and good -but not great - pasta. Helpful staff. They provided a heater near our table as it got cool after sunset. Beautiful view of the water and boats.

I have never been so embarrassed about bringing people to a place that I have recommended. I…read morethought The Deck would be a nice place to bring my friends who were visiting from Toronto to, especially since I have been here in the past and enjoyed my meal. As per usual, the service was extremely slow but I told them it's just because Bowmanville runs at a slower pace than Toronto. However, I never understand why it always takes so long for the waitress to bring our drinks at The Deck. This time the waitress brought our three waters and then we waited another 7-10 minutes for our beer. She brought us the two beers we ordered and another water for my one friend. As if she forgot she has just brought us three waters already. I recommended the Deck salad to my friend because I've enjoyed it in the past, as indicated in my previous review. When it arrived, it was the saddest looking salad ever. Also, please not it didn't have a single kale leaf despite the description being that it is a kale salad. The dressing was completely tasteless, perhaps just pure oil. My friends also ordered fries, which were cold. My friend ordered the fries based on their description of being double fried because she likes them crispy. She said they didn't taste double cooked at all. We also asked the server for vinegar and ketchup twice before she brought it. However, she did bring the mayo, which my friend asked to be brought with the fries (because of dietary restrictions.) Apparently the menu descriptions and what you get do not align. The menu should indicate that you will receive a variation of what you hope you're ordering. At the end of this disappointing lunch, the waitress asked if she could clear our plates as we were finished eating. We said yes. Then she proceeded to walk away without clearing any of the plates. As we was leaving, we asked if she could bring our bills. She gave one to me and my friend and my other friend, who only ordered one thing - a burger - had to wait for another bill because she charged for the wrong thing. Which may have been surprising to make a mistake when only one burger needed to be charged, but we unfortunately (or fortunately, as we were prepared for this) expected this. Not impressed. I should have photographed the salad to post but I was too sad!