The Blue Lobster is in Stellarton NS…read more We had a fun night out with food and drinks. The mac and cheese was delicious. Enjoyed the Painted Boat (beer). They sell merch including some very nice sweat shirts! Service was great.

This is definitely a place for drinks on the patio in the summer, but it's trendy so expect long…read morewaits if you're not really in a hurry. We came in the early afternoon and it wasn't overly busy. Two servers didn't look overly interested in being there and were slow as slugs. There was a bartender mixing drinks who looked annoyed and a cook in the food truck who was the only one actually invested in what he was doing. Seating is flimsy and grinds on the concrete floors when you try to move. Tables were crammed quite close together because a musician eventually came in to set up. The space just generally looks poorly used. Our server took a long time coming over to bring us a pitcher of beer and then again to take our food order. The glassware was dirty so she apologized and brought new glasses. By the time we poured the beer, we noticed the pitcher was even filthier. Not sure if they ever wash them. The food is just ok. Nothing to write home about. Portions are on the smaller side. $14 was the Super Bowl special for a small bacon cheeseburger with nothing else, no side. $19 for fish and chips is a bit of a better deal because the fish is big but it's quite greasy. Fries were hard and stale and not really a generous portion - don't opt to pay $4 for them as a side! We watched the cook push out orders and wait around for the servers to pick them up. He'd look out trying to get their attention and seemed completely unimpressed with them. Other than brining our drinks and food, the server didn't bother to come by once in the hour + we sat at the table. When she finally came for us to pay, she seemed terrified to have to talk to a human. Overall, just a weird vibe for a place like this. This could be a great spot but it didn't leave a great first impression. Might give it one more shot next time we're in town, but we won't be ordering food. We'll see how long it takes to get an (overpriced) cocktail.

My husband and I stopped by Friday afternoon for a couple of Big League lagers The beer was…read moredelicious, with quick service and nice surroundings We are planning to return soon. A nice addition to charming downtown Antigonish

Fantastic place. Super fun beers. Funky fun setting. Outdoor dig friendly seating available. Staff…read moreis amazingly friendly.

Yet another new craft brewery in Nova Scotia in 2013! We couldn't pass up the opportunity to drive…read moreto beautiful Pictou for the grand opening. They really wanted the grand opening to be special and, for that day, were waiving the growler fee and even giving a free glass with each growler! Uncle Leo's "home" is a beautiful country-esque building with a nice sign; it really fits in well with the surroundings. When we got there, there was a long line-up, proving the point that craft beer is not just an urban thing but that foks in more rural areas are catching on to good beer! For now, they produce two beers, a red ale and an IPA, with the help of famed beer guru Greg Nash. Both beers are fantastic, although my taste buds prefer hoppier types like the IPA. As IPAs go, this one is somewhat tame, with beautiful floral notes with a touch of bitterness from the hops. A really good IPA for nice summer days. Let's hope their beers make their way into many pubs and restaurants!

What a great little local brewer. These guys are a wonderful local business doing great things. I…read moremountain bike often at the local Fitzpatrick Mtn and always make a stop in at U.L.'s to get a a bottle (or two) to enjoy at home after. The small sales room often smells amazingly of brewing beer and I have never had a brew that didnt exceed expectations.

The gluten free fish and chips was delicious. The service…read morewas fast and friendly. There was a nice outdoor deck with a view of the river. Good beer and cider.

I can't believe it's taken me so long to do this review... This was absolutely one of my favourite…read morespots in PEI on our trip! An amazing brew company with cool, friendly owners and atmosphere, delicious beers, and if you're on the patio,...scenic views and some dynamite food to back it up! When you're in PEI, this is definitely a place you need to seek out! Thanks again! Zeke

I stopped here in the late afternoon on a Wednesday. While there wasn't many people there, I can…read moretell that it probably draws a decent size crowd on other days. The staff was friendly and the beers in the flight that I ordered were delicious. I would love to be back here on a weekend.

Website and Yelp showed they were dog friendly, but the patio is gone so not anymore. Staff was not…read morevery welcoming either.

We were driving back from the Cabot Trail on our 40th wedding anniversary and we pretty sure our…read moredinner was not going to be a highlight of the day, when we stumbled on this place. Does not look great from the outside, but inside it had a more polished vibe starting with a beautiful bar. The menu was short but well thought out and included vegetarian option(that I did see people ordering). I have the steak frites and my husband had a burger. We were a bit dehydrated from hiking so we didn't try the cocktails but they looked good. The crowd is a mix of regulars and travelers like us. It was pretty busy on a Sunday...also a testament to their food.

My wife and I were luckily able to get a spot in Townhouse while in the 'Nish despite our lack of a…read morereservation, thanks to the poor weather and coming in at old people, early bird-esque hours. On the upside, we were there for a good stretch of happy hour! The space is cozy, with a pub-like feel from the bar counter you can sit at, as well as a stunning main bar with lovingly detailed, darkly-stained wood. Dark wainscoting rings the room, but the charm of its previous tenants fades away from there, with a generic tile floor and basic acoustic tile ceiling. We indulged in both the liquid and solid offerings on the happy hour menu, with the salt cod fritters ($9) a couple bucks under the regular menu price. Being in town to try things out and not just go for the cheapest items, we ordered from the whole menu, tacking on the beet salad and burrata toast. We decided we'd re-assess our appetites after those three apps. The beet salad ($10) was a colourful display of Nova Scotia's late harvest season, with beautiful, thin slices of purple, pink and golden beets. The kaleidoscope of root vegetables was topped with dots of whipped ricotta, blue cheese, popcorn and pea shoots. Delicate and lightly tart, with contrasting textures of the salty and smooth whipped ricotta and the airy crunch of the popcorn added dimensionality to the dish. Also, it's impossible to go wrong with pea shoots in my books! As my wife isn't a big seafood fan, I had most of the salt cod fritters to myself, and I wasn't complaining. An herby, crisp exterior encased a pleasantly doughy and lightly fishy interior, which was amped up by the fantastic sun-dried tomato and chili oil. The burrata toast ($14) didn't have a whole, massive blob of Italian cheesy goodness, but I should have guessed that would be the case given the price. A guy can dream, right? Crisp buttery focaccia held up well to its caprese-like toppings - roasted tomatoes, pesto and, of course, a slathering of creamy burrata. Bee pollen was noted on the menu and visible on the toast, but didn't register amongst the other flavours. After three very good starters, we decided that we had room for one main between the two of us, and landed on the ricotta gnocchi ($27). I was pleasantly surprised when the plate was put before us, and I saw that the fluffy bundles of carbs and cheese were pan fried, lending a light crispness and more flavour. Most gnocchi dishes aren't too meaty, but Townhouse had a decent portion of bresaola (dry-cured beef) and guanciale (cured pork cheek), letting the thinly-sliced, but big flavours, of the Italian cured meats punch above their weight. Pesto and pea shoots reappeared to bring some vegetal balance to the dish, and a salty hit of Pecorino-Romano rounded things out nicely. Not to be outdone by the savoury parts of the menu, Townhouse's desserts are far from an afterthought. The sticky toffee ($13) was wildly decadent, with the lightly spiced sponge cake begging to sop up the heavenly caramel cream sauce and French vanilla ice cream. Although they could stand to invest in their interior design, Townhouse's kitchen speaks for itself and the well-deserved accolades it has received. A definite 'must' when in Antigonish!

The Coldstream Clear Distillery tasting room is located just off the highway as you are headed into…read moreHalifax. It is really easy to access, but is hiding behind the Taco Bell so it is easy to drive past it the first time if you do not know what you are looking for. Once you have found it the tasting room is a lot of fun. They have a wide range of rums and vodkas that you can sample as well as their sodas which are premixed drinks with soda water. You can also order a flight of cocktails which the staff makes right there in front of you. The day we visited the staff member was amazing and was very kind and helpful. With your cocktail flight in hand, you can head out outside to enjoy drinking them. The drinks were all very tasty. We tried the Blueberry Mojito the Creamsicle, Espresso Martini and the Paradise. Our two favorites were the Espresso Martini and Paradise. We stopped because we were working on getting stamps for the Cheers Trail, but it would be a great stop for anyone that enjoys small distilleries from the local area.

This distillery is so great! It's been open for a few months and their home made vodka is…read moredelicious. You can usually try any vodka, and their variety is unbeatable. My favourite has been their poke pie vodka. Their coconut vodka is also amazing for piña coladas. The staff are so friendly and are especially kind - they will literally offer to help you with anything. Definitely will be back!

Walking in, it was inviting and the atmosphere was fun and the smells were mouth watering! We…read moreordered our drinks, found a seat and headed to the food ordering spot. Easy peasy, ordered grabbed waters and the food was up fast and hot! And oh man, mouth watering food was definitely what we got! You will see from the pics how delicious everything looked (and it tasted even better!) While we were there, a musician played and a pop up oyster bar arrived! The oysters were fresh and delicious as well! They have a taco food truck and fish food truck for those who did not find something on their menu! We will come back and grab a pizza next time!

Great food and comfortable, casual atmosphere with country music playing. Enjoyed the bacon…read morecheeseburger and Reuben with fries. Got the shandy and the blueberry cider to drink. Both were delicious. Service is good at the counter but a bit confusing. When you enter, walk to one of the counters - food or drink - and place your orders. Then find a seat anywhere. That's not clear when you walk in.

Absolutely loved our lunch stop here. Service couldn't have been friendly not the views from the…read morefront porch more satisfying. Best of all, the food was delicious and tasted fresh and local. There were a nice range of lunch options and delicious beverages. After a week traveling coastal locations throughout New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, it was delightful to have a menu that features seafood, but also gave a fresh and flavorful take on enjoying such options. The view and friendly service really set it apart from other places we've visited though.

Seafood chowder isn't the sexiest food to photograph, but the chowder at Harbour House was a…read morepleasant surprise when a power outage last year forced a change of plans for mine and my wife's lunch. The chowder had tender chunks of lobster, haddock and scallops, and the creamy broth was in the Goldilocks zone of not too thick and not too thin. A lovely roll that was crisp on the outside and had a light crumb was made for dipping! My wife's chicken and brie roll with a tomato and feta soup was a light but flavourful lunch, and a solid deal at just $15. Bonus points to HH for having GF options for all of their buns and pizzas too! On a return visit after we had moved back to the county, I leaned into the pub side of the menu, and tried the house burger, which comes topped with the usual suspects, plus cheese and bacon. It was a good burger - a thick, pub-style patty, melty cheese, crisp bacon, and the bun held up well. Solid fundamentals, if no real standout elements. The fries were of the crispy-coated variety, which I'm a fan of. Oddly, the ends of each fry were much more browned than the rest, which reminded me of fries that you bake at home. Not a strike against them, it just seemed odd. My wife's shepherd's pie was a hearty plate. The spacious casserole dish was packed with meat and potatoes, and given a non-traditional slathering of melted cheese for good measure. I did my husband due diligence and finished off what my wife didn't have room for. Harbour House is doing some above average grub, especially when you know the right dishes to get.

Great beers we had a flight and all were excellent. Our server was very helpful. Very nice when…read moreyou can sit outside. Very good location in town. Most highly recommended!

The Salted Caramel Lager is great here!…read more The proprietors have 12 of their own beers that they can in a crowler (32 oz), which is half a growler. Another 12 are on tap afrom local brewers. I'm taking a crowler of the Salted Caramel Lager with me. Bright corner store front taps are inviting and clean, although the new concrete bar surface, finished with bees wax, needs to be stripped of the grime that has accumulated near the edge of the bar.