Pre dinner cocktails. Very old Irish bar - lots of fun. Sing along band added to the fun . Good…read moreservice! A couple of margaritas,with tequila & Irish whiskey- tasty

Wonderful place to eat what a treat! Oysters $1.00 a piece…read more The service was great pleasant gal. We ate outside front patio nice fall day.

We cane here to enjoy oysters and took advantage of their 1/2 dozen oyster with beer deal for $25…read more The oysters were very fresh! My friend got the 902 IPA and enjoyed it. I enjoyed the strawberry jalapeño margarita. Ask for it extra spicy and not too sweet! Service was friendly, fast and extremely dog friendly!

The Gahan House establishes itself as a regional establishment demonstrating genuine commitment to…read morecontemporary gastropub cuisine with Maritime sensibility. This heritage property thoughtfully balances historic preservation with modern culinary aspiration. The kitchen demonstrates technical competence across a diverse menu spectrum. The oyster preparations showcase particular refinement--properly brined, impeccably fresh, presented with restrained elegance. The fish and chips transcends pub cliché through superior execution: crispy exterior yields to moist, flaky interior, complemented by properly balanced tartar. The house-made charcuterie reflects thoughtful sourcing and curing philosophy. The beverage program commands particular attention--the on-site brewery produces well-articulated craft selections that demonstrate brewing acumen beyond mere novelty. Beer pairings with dishes evidence intentional consideration. The wine selections, though modest, reflect deliberate curation. Aesthetically, the venue embraces its architectural legacy--brick, timber, and original details provide authentic context while contemporary flourishes avoid pastiche. The multi-level space accommodates various social configurations without compromising intimacy. Service delivery occasionally wavers between attentive and distracted, particularly during peak periods. Some dishes prioritize plating flourish over flavor coherence. The basement facilities, while charming, require navigation challenges for accessibility. Yet these minor inconsistencies cannot diminish what constitutes a destination meriting serious consideration. The Gahan House succeeds through integrated vision--culinary, architectural, and hospitality elements cohesively articulate genuine regional pride while embracing contemporary standards. A venue rewarding both casual visitation and intentional culinary exploration.

This was a good lunch stopover on our drive from Digby to Ingonish Beach. The place has a friendly…read morepub vibe and the food is unexpectedly delicious. We especially enjoyed the mussels, cooked in wine and garlic sauce.

Solid spot right on the river. Love the roof deck - great spot in nice weather. Very friendly…read moreserver talked us thru all the local beers and food. Few of us did the haddock, I had the sun dried tomatoes pasta. All really tasty!

We came in a party of 5 with reservations for 6:30pm. My friends like this place and come…read moreregularly. The special was Scallops, bacon and asparagus pasta in a white sauce. It came with 4 scallops on top of medium size and alfredo sauce pasta that was very basic but ok, with maybe a couple of very small bacon bits. I ate half of the plate. Another person in my party order the same and had a similar experience. I relayed my dissatisfaction on the meal to my our server, a young lady in her twenties, and I received a curt response that 4 scallops was the expected amount and that bacon was in there. She did nothing further and promptly brought us our bill for $155 before tax and tip. My friend was paying and he felt obligated to tip because 2 in our party were regulars and he didn't want them slighted in the future. No discount or accommodation was offered. I left feeling that I will likely never return and somewhat disappointed because the place has a certain charm and the others seemed happy with their fish and chips and club and fries. It is too bad, because I live nearby.

The food is delicious. I had the steak with mashed potatoes. The steak was full flavoured and done…read moreto perfection. The potatoes are an absolute must. Ordered side caesar. Paired my meal with a glass of red wine. The service was friendly, efficient, great customer care experience. Not sure about the ambiance however that was pushed to background noise when I endeavoured into the mouthwatering food experience. Highly recommend to locals or visitors to Amherst. A must visit.

Went two days in a row. First night ordered a Cosmopolitan and vodka tonic, mussels and beet salad…read more Totally enjoyed. Second night ordered a Cosmopolitan and a vodka tonic, mussels and house salad and lobster roll and beet salad. Lobster roll tasted like tuna salad...on a hamburger bun. Sent it back. Ordered the cheese toasty...came hot on top and the center (onions) were very cold. The beet salad was good. Used some of the bread to dip in partner's mussels juice. Left the sandwich. Was offered to order again, but declined. Strangest thing... the Cosmopolitan (had two) were a dollar more the second night. The waitress and manager were both very nice and accomodating. Would return and order mussels and beet salad.

We did not actually have full meals but what we had was good. I had the peach salad and it was…read moregood the dressing especially. My husband did have the fish and chips. There was not a scrap left on his plate

The service was great. Everyone was friendly and polite. Street parking is free after 5pm on Friday…read more(not sure about other days). I came without a reservation and they were out of tables inside, but the outside dining area was pretty and clean. It was covered by umbrellas and there were heaters placed around. The food came out quickly for how busy it was, and everything was hot and freshly prepared. Some of my friends enjoyed their food, some didn't. We all got gluten free. Two got the chicken sandwich, and one of them liked it. One loved their fish and chips. I wasn't a fan of my lobster roll. The gf buns were Udi's, which are very dry and crumbly. They fall apart if they get squished or pressed, and if they get moist. I do appreciate that they have gf buns, but I wish they were good ones. We all enjoyed the fries. They were careful with cross contamination, and pan fried the fish to make sure it wasn't contaminated with gluten batter. I really liked how clear the menu was with what is and isn't gf. We asked a server if the fish and chips was dairy free, and she said yes. Then a different server ran over and told us it was not. They *can* make it dairy free but since we didn't ask for it, they hadn't. They offered to remake it, but we didn't need it to be, we just needed to know. Parking was a struggle but that's expected, not holding it against the restaurant.

Sea Rocket Oyster House was hands down one of the highlights of our trip to Prince Edward Island…read more Not only did they serve the best oysters we had on the island, but every single dish exceeded our expectations. We sat outside on Victoria Row, and there was live music from Always on Stage throughout dinner. It created such a fun atmosphere and made for the perfect summer evening. We took our server Brooke's recommendations and ordered a half dozen raw oysters, the Chickpea Salad, the Baked Oysters 3 Ways (Rockefeller Butter, Champagne Cream, and Miso Aioli), Salmon, Lobster Thermidor, and the Ube Cheesecake for dessert. I'm so glad we trusted her because every dish was absolutely exceptional. Everything was incredibly fresh, perfectly prepared, and packed with flavor. The oysters were the standout of the meal and easily my favorite on PEI. Brooke was wonderful throughout the evening. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely knowledgeable about the menu, making the entire dining experience even better. From the outstanding food to the excellent service, Sea Rocket absolutely lived up to the hype. Between the incredible food, the lively atmosphere on Victoria Row, and the excellent service, I can't wait to come back the next time I'm in PEI!

We were passing through and were hungry so we stopped in for a late lunch. The only other options…read morewere a Tim Hortons or a diner that was closed, so we felt lucky to find this place. I ordered chicken wings and they were deep fried and excellent. My travel companion got the pulled pork sandwich and onion rings. We had no complaints about the food. Keep in mind that it is PUB food so don't expect prime rib or brie. Obviously there is a full bar and the place has a pub atmosphere. The server was friendly and we had no complaints.

excellent service. Highly recommended for groups. reserve a table first for groups and it will be…read moreall set up. Service excellent and prices reasonable. Pleasant atmosphere.

This restaurant has a great kitchen staff but it looks like their bouncers , wait and management…read moreneed some training. A cautionary tail attached if you decide you want to share some bad feedback , you may want to just cut your loses and leave. It sad that anyone would have this experience ... call the police don't lay hands on a 73 year old man... sad lol

If you are looking for generic deep fried food this is your place. Located in Tatamagouche it has…read moredeveloped a bit of a reputation such that some locals refuse to eat there. Big portions and beer on tap, but oddly only big names Bud, Coors etc No craft beers. Weird given that Tatabrew is just up the street. Everything else on the menu you would expect. We don't eat there anymore.