This is definitely the place to be in Cape Breton if you are looking for a place that serves up the…read morelocal entertainment. We had received recommendations to go here if we were looking for local music from the information booth in Baddeck a few days before, and when we arrived in the area after travelling up over the Cape, it seemed like a good idea. We had already had a large lunch, so a big dinner wasn't really in our plans, but I still needed something so I settled on getting the chili, and was quite surprised to have served before me a bowl of chili that was excellent, beating out (in my not so humble opinion) some Triple-A rated chilis from Austin, Texas! This was just a very good chili! The jalapeño cornbread was a bit disappointing, as it was a bit dry and the jalapeño really didn't stand out at all. We had planned well, as there was lively entertainment that night with a fiddler who was holding her CD release party with help from one of the fiddlers from the Celtic Music Centre down in Judique. The pub itself is pleasant, and a place that you can just imagine locals going to all the time (and there were certainly locals there this evening). If I get back up into Cape Breton, I will certainly be returning to the Red Shoe Pub for another taste of what Cape Breton has to offer.

In a region with basically no real food options, this is was the best I went to outside of Baddeck…read more The food is quality, but is a bit mixed for taste. Comes off as being too try hard instead of natural, very counter the ambiance of the place. I felt totally scammed by the 'catch of the day.' Luxury restaurant price for sub par pub quality fish. Wish I got something else. Dessert was good, though. Service felt very rushed and panicked and struggled with the same lack of attentiveness this part of the continent is known for. Loved the live music, though. Fun experience that made the stop absolutely worthwhile and one I'd go back to. I'd just do the menu very differently next time. Location: 2* Convenience: 2* Service: 2* Product/quality: 2* Aesthetics: 3*

Service was amazing, our server Irina was amazing. They have music pretty often and the food is…read morealways great here.

A quick review of a quick lunch stop. My lobster roll, with lettuce, a few sprouts, and mayo on a…read morebrioche bun, toasted with garlic butter, was decent. (I'm not one of those purists that think a lobster roll should be just lobster meat on a roll; that's boring.) An adequate amount of lobster, mostly large chunks not shreds, but too much mayonnaise. Pretty expensive though at $32 including fries and coleslaw but I've seen worse. Not exactly traditional with lobster roll but I'm on a poutine kick so I upgraded the fries to poutine for an additional $4. I've had better and I've also had worse. The fries, with skins, seemed freshly made in house, the gravy ok, but a bit skimpy on the cheese curds and the pieces were too small. The coleslaw was very good, but why was the portion so skimpy? The wife's chicken sandwich (buttermilk fried chicken thigh, toasted brioche, honey hot drizzle, dill pickle slaw, mayo) was outstanding. I was thrilled to see that an excellent local cider, Rebel Rose from Island Folk in Sydney, was available, so of course I had one of those. Menu is pretty small but in addition to the sandwiches, "pub fare", and a few seafood items there are a small number of entrees (served after 4:00 PM), and some interesting appetizers and desserts. They host occasional music events (Celtic, folk, etc.) so this should be a pleasant place to spend an evening.

The food was amazing. I had the broiled haddock and my wife had the halibut and scalloped…read more The service was good. No complaints at all. You will need reservation

We had a really nice dinner at the Cable Room. It was an upscale restaurant, quiet with…read moreexceptional service. My husband's haddock was his favorite of the entire 2 week trip. My risotto was great and the added steak was cooked perfectly.

Looked like a good place right on the water and became crowed very quickly so I concluded this…read morewould be a good meal. Beware! I ordered the lobster dinner although price was shown as $$$. I did not ask for actual pricing but thought it must be very special. Instead I was served a lobster that was likely not even one pound with very little meat in the tail. I got a large serving of fries and a tiny cup of slaw. Dessert was a very good cake and included. When I finished, the server asked how was the meal. I said the lobster was small. She laughed and stated "they just grab them out of the tank so you never know." Surprise! I was stunned to be presented with a bill for $96 CanadIan! I had only water for my beverage. I don't believe this is an isolated occurrence as the cashier also seemed aware of this issue and would not meet my gaze and just nodded when I complained.

4 of us went for dinner. The staff were great, the food,,, not so much! Dry scallops and lobster-…read moreover cooked! Not worth the price- sorry

Best restaurant we've tried on the island! Cost about the same as everywhere else but had a real…read moresit down meal. Great service on top of the tasty food. Excited I got to try my first local lobster! We were in the front room with kids but we could hear the live band in the next room. Booths and tables. Really enjoyed our experience!!

This restaurant was disgusting. We ate the food because we were starving and it was the only place…read morethat was still serving dinner. It was packed and had live music, so we thought it would be good. Big mistake! It was truly a terrible experience. The restaurant was hot, the service was slow and the food was low quality frozen stuff for high prices.

Went here on my vacation this Summer with my wife. Lovely views, food and hospitality! Got the…read morelobster, ect. And everything was Divine.. Thank you to belle view for the incredible food and to keesha for the amazing service you gave me and my wife Hailey.

I had a great time in this restaurant due to my lovely server Keiisha, she was very kind to me and…read moremy husband Kent. She did not make a mistake once! Great attitude. Thanks!

Amazing place. One of few that lives up to the expectations…read more Food was spectacular. Some of the best seafood I've had anywhere in the northeast. Quality is superb and the dish ideas and presentation are supreme. Desserts are claimed to be made in-house and very much taste like it. Service is okay. A bit slow and hectic, but the waitresses were cool to chat with and attentive in ways a lot of places aren't. Gorgeous scenery and location, tucked away from the rest of Baddeck. Location: 5* Convenience: 5* Service: 4* Product/quality: 5* Aesthetics: 5*

We went to the location not on the waterfront tonight. They said there would be a 30 minutes wait…read more So, we had a drink at the bar. They seated us right beside our bar seat (30 minutes later at a table that was never occupied). No one approached us for over an hour. When we said we were leaving because no one spoke to us, the person who made us our drinks argued with me and said she did not know where we went. We went 3 feet from where she served us drinks. Others nearby were served. I asked a waitress who was nearby about a server and she said she would find out who had our table. A few minutes later we saw three servers arguing about who had to serve us. After 30 more minutes we left. I wish we hadn't stopped to pay. It was $43. No tip. No way. Also the sangria sucked. Stay away!!! And what they can do is care and be kind. Also I would give zero stars but I can't so I will give it one star because Nathan MacDonald was singing and he was amazing. Restaurant gets zero stars.

Pleasant dining experience with a great view. Crusted fish…read morewith creamy dill sauce was deliscious. Family friendly, or nice for a date.

Fine dining with an awesome sunset view. Reservations recommended for best seating. My wife had the…read moreBEST planked salmon ever here, I had the prime rib, which was also top notch. It's a little off the beaten path, and doesn't show up as a restaurant in google for some reason. Service is great too.