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    Castaways Pub

    3.6 (81 reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    We had a bit of a wait, expected on a Saturday night, but the owner, Phil, are out and talked to us. He gave us some good suggestions so when we got seated, we were ready to go. Our favorites were the nachos - piled perfectly with just the right mount of toppings. My son LOVED his steak sandwich. He save his second half for the next day and said it was just as good on day 2! The wait staff were quick on their feet, gave great attention while also letting us enjoy our meal without feeling rushed. We can see why the place is abuzz, keep up the great service and yummy food!

    Chicken fingers
    Caitlin B.

    They have live music, outdoor (& indoor) seating, and good beer on tap. All pluses. However, I'm never wowed by the food. They somewhat try to be kid friendly (which I get: it's a bar, so they don't need to be) but their fries are more like potato wedges and the chicken fingers aren't quite kid-approved. I got the burger and it was fine.

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    Deanne G.

    Great spot- just had drinks and apps, but the absolute best nachos and great empanadas!

    Cool vibe doe cocktails.. food not good...no taste in the mussels or clams..returned the fish tacos ...overly strong fish taste... aweful
    Catharine T.

    Food was mediocre at best.. there was no taste in the muscles or clams... Had to return the fish tacos, cause it was overly taste of fish... cocktails were good in the vibe was good, but don't eat the food

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    April L.

    I visited here Friday for happy hour. They have a nice bar outside but we opted for inside being it was a little windy. We decided to have a nosh and cocktail before heading to dinner at Ohana. The sliced strip with tomato appetizer was fantastic. It was prepared in a red vinegar sauce and very tender. I also had the house tequila on the rocks. Not bad for $7. Loved this local Lavalette bar. Cute seaside town.

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    3.1(137 reviews)
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