We have enjoyed several meals at The Social. They have all been excellent. Chef's prepare the food in full view of the patrons, with delightful sauces and finishing touch's. Service has always been good. . read more

Absolutely amazing food, perfectly executed and beautifully served. A little bit of a wait for the food due to the size of the kitchen but worth it! read more

This was my favorite place that we've eaten in Port Hope. We had the mushroom ravioli and the smoked trout salad, both work excellent!! The service was amazing it was more like a four and a half star read more

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Everything from the dishes and menu design to the decor, the food and service was top notch. Fish tacos: well seasoned and a very good starter. Mussels (the special) were tasty and filling. The duck: cooked perfectly with great sides... potato croquette, asparagus and a rhubarb sauce were all super. The steak frites were delicious. Saved a little space for apple pie for dessert... good thinking. Coffee was perfect. Big recommendation for this restaurant. read more

A perfect half-way spot between Prince Edward County and Toronto. I don't remember what we ordered for appetizers or mains, but I remember they were delicious. And I remember the waiter happily sent us on our way with a bread pudding to go, which we downed on the road. Friendly vibe, nice decor with a cool open kitchen and good service. read more

I don't know why they are at 4 stars. My wife and i shared the fish tacos and scotch egg. Never had such delicious fish tacos. And I don't even see scotch eggs on any menu. Even the mac n cheese was very tasty. Not your usual pub fare. Most delightful brunch for sure ! And good service too read more

The Social - Pubs Near Me - Port Hope, Ontario

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The Social Bar and Table was a really quaint and cozy restaurant with a large bar. The server informed us when we walked in that they only had two tables available, a table in the dining area or the bar. I selected the bar because then we could watch them prepare drinks and food! The Classic Burger comprised of a Wellington county prime rib, organic greens, tomato, and red onion and served with fries on the side. This was a good looking burger and tasted good too! I especially loved the fries with the dip on the side. It was so delicious! They have a patio too. It was a really nice homey restaurant to enjoy a casual meal at. read more

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the food looked good. i didn't get my main and the green tea i asked for so that sucked. everyone else liked their meals.

This was our first meal in Port Hope and all I can say is Wow! We stopped by for brunch. My husband had the Mushroom Benny and I had the PBLT. Both meals were delicious. It was clear that our meals were made from scratch. We loved the welcoming atmosphere. Jesse and Erin behind the bar were very helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back for dinner and drinks. read more

Cheap bites, and fun cocktails. They're not strong but the atmosphere and drinks are Instagram worthy.

Quaint and cozy little gastro pub in downtown Port Hope that, even though is much smaller than the pictures lead you to believe, keeps it simple & well done with its ambience & food. The real star is the basil mayo though. Seriously. Take a picture of the recipe they have on the wall for it & make a tub of it, because that's how much you're going to want to dip your fries into! read more

Disappointing!!!! We recognize that food establishments have suffered during this pandemic and that is shy we wanted to continue to support the Social, but the overall experience was deplorable!!!!! In an empty restaurant 1 hour wait after we ordered dir 3 steaks and one poutine! Steaks were sliced in small pieces and it was clear that the slice was sliced in half and served as 2 different steaks. The duck butter and bread appetizer was serves with literally the crusts if bread. When asked if we could have a grilled cheese for our son we were told verbatim " the butter is too hard" seriously??? If the aim was customer dis-satisfaction then mission accomplished. Very agitated staff who clearly don't want ti be there and are doing everything to convey that negativity in to their customers. Sadly we never be returning! read more

Been twice but probably won't be back. First time just so so. A friend recommended it and said the fries were good. Brought a friend with us the second time and ordered fish and chips. It was probably the worse I had ever eaten. Won't be back. read more

What a great and unique little spot! Stopped in for a late lunch on Sunday afternoon. It was quite busy, with a great lively vibe, and some live music. The staff were super. Helpful and friendly. We really appreciated the unique twist the Social takes with it's food, and even their cocktails. I had a couple great beers, including a Muskoka cucumber style. My girlfriend had their take on the Moscow Mule. She loved it. We split the honey crisp salad. Delicious. All the flavours complimented each other perfectly. We also split the beef brisket sandwich and the fried chicken sandwich. Both very rich and delicious. With a massive portion of crispy golden fries. Couldn't have been happier. A great finish to a fantastic weekend. read more

Great food! Excellent spot if you live in town or need a quick bite while on the road. Would definitely come back for the Cod curry!

Nice ambiance and beer selection, but both the service and food was so-so. I've had much better poutine, and the waitress was inattentive even though we were the only ones in the place. read more

I had the Social Mac + Cheese (overpriced at $17). It was BLAND, the house made cheese sauce was watery and the bacon was these little hard brown pieces that tasted like nothing. No seasoning whatsoever. And forget dessert at lunch. Our very friendly waitress told us that they just make it at suppertime. read more

I went with a friend and had THE BEST lunch I've ever had in my entire life. I got the wellington beef burger with a side of fries and let me tell you, my mind was blown when I bit into the first fry on my plate. I can guarantee you I will never in my life have better fries than the ones that I ate at the Social that fateful day. I also think the sidewalk dining area/patio is adorable and it was the most beautiful weather for it. read more

We used to love this place, but not any more. The manager is an unpleasant fellow. He pretends to be friendly but anyone can tell he doesn't like his job. In such a small venue, his attitude sets the tone. We had takeout dinner from there last evening. The steak was good. The fish (as in fish & chips) was terrible - tough & dried out. The fish tacos were not up to their usual standards - & we've had them for takeout several times. The manager was unpleasant both on the phone & at pickup. We won't be back. Too bad. read more

I don't live in Port Hope and I have visited twice now for work. Both times I have dropped by The Social for a burger and fries. The fries are amazing and the burger is great too. I should really try other restaurants around here but I can't seem to pull myself away from this place. read more

The Social - Classic burger and fries - Pubs Near Me - Port Hope, Ontario

A very well edited menu of deliciousness awaits you at Social. All of the plates at our table were virtually licked clean. First up was poutine, duck and gravy-enhanced hand-cut fries that inspired a chorus of "nom-noms" from the table. Entrees included a braised lamb shank that was so divine that our dinner companion did not speak for fear of being distracted from her utter delight with her dinner. Two diners had the Reuben-Cuban sandwich combo, which they proclaimed as more Reubenesque than Cubano but with mouth-watering corned beef. The grilled cheese du jour was a blend of an unctuous smoked cheddar and perfectly-wilted scallions on gorgeous, buttered and grilled egg-bread. The fries, seasoned with course sea salt and served with malt vinegar (natch!), were nothing short of epic (catsup and mayo also are available). Dessert was the especial de la maison: Battered chocolate chip cookie balls with Creme Anglaise (garnished with a beautiful orange gooseberry). The table was positively giddy over the dessert, and the chorus together intoned that their diets would resume tomorrow. read more

The Social - The signature dessert de la maison: Battered chocolate chip cookie balls floating atop a pool of Creme Anglaise. Raves! - Pubs Near Me - Port Hope, Ontario

Relaxed dining experience on their patio. Staff were friendly. Enjoyed the fish and chips but would venture for something different the next time. Some nice craft beers on tap. Overall enjoyed the meal. read more

We went for lunch yesterday. Our server, Robin, was friendly and helpful with suggestions on both food and beer. We ordered a variety of foods, and it was so delicious, we got take out as well. The atmosphere is relaxed. You are able to view some of the delectable dishes be prepared behind the bar. The craft beer was cold and delicious. We wandered in almost by accident on the way back to Northern New York from Toronto and had a fantastic dining experience. Thank you Robin and the rest of The Social's crew! read more

Our children asked for chicken & fries but we noticed it was not on the menu. However, the waiter asked the chef if he could fix something up and to our delight our kids had the best, nutritious chicken & fries!!! Small thing to some, huge favour to all of us. You feel as if you've been transported to Montreal. Beautifully cooked and prepared meals, complimented by local produce including local wine. If you're in Port Hope then The Social is the place to nourish your soul and taste buds. read more

Awesome place in a cool little town. Great food and great service. This is the hole in the wall place you wanna eat at!

This was my first and absolute last time going to this place. The music was absolute trash, decor was outdated, while the staff was sketchy, rude as HELLL yo and dismissive/useless....(other than bartenders). The place was mostly empty (despite dollar beer night being 'most popular' ) with lots of awkward open space and horrid live performances and laughable covers to old ass, weak songs. Better off going to the junction 100% garantee. Staff is senior with bad power trips. You won't catch this girl there and I go out often! Yikes! read more

In a word, awesome. Farm to table deliciousness. As good as a burger gets with local prime beef and cheddar and fresh basil mayo. Kick ass poutine with house frites and local curd. Now I have to try everything else... I'll be back! read more

Took my Mom here for Mother's Day and all I can say is WOW! Food was amazing both visually and flavor fully! The ambience can most politically correctly be described as intimate and rustic, the food and service make it worth the cramped quarters! Will recommend this place to everyone! read more

What a great find The Social was ! It's quite small but the food was great and so was the service

Another great lunch at The Social today. Great food and beverages served by great people. Contemporary, local, fun and reasonably priced.

Four of us had a most enjoyable meal. Well cooked, great service. Very small space so reservations highly recommended.

Excellent new restaurant in Port Hope. Mussels, pork belly donuts, fondue and wine on tap and local beers. Great new place and great service. read more

The Social is a great spot for lunch, brunch, dinner or on occasion watching a popular sporting event on the big screen. No sound on the tv thankfully :) Cool tunes playing. Daily specials for mussels, grilled cheese, risotto and salad. The main menu is terrific (the Social Club with their house made basil mayo is WOW) - French Toast on Sunday Brunch is to die for! It seems quite a popular spot already - the chef and staff are absolutely lovely! read more

Nice little spot in Port Hope. Cozy and intimate inside. We went for lunch and although the food wasn't outstanding, portions were good and the meal was satisfying. The winter salad could have used a bit more excitement as there were many greens and the country stew was nice, but probably a few less potatoes and a bit more beef would have helped. Service was top notch, and the beer/wine selection great. read more

Ok Place, a little cramped, Nice selection of Craft Beers, Mushy Salad, Pricey but relaxed atmosphere. service good.