I do love cute little pubs with good food and this place fits the bill. I can't find any photos as it has been a while since we've been but would like to to back soon. Service is fast and everyone is super friendly. Get the Ruben sandwich! Holy sandwich, one of the best I've ever had. Trust me on this one. And for dessert the sticky toffee pudding. Yum x100000000 Can't wait to go back! read more

Just picked up take out, ordered lamb stew. And I get that inflation is high, but all we got for a $25 price tag was a tiny cup of stew and another tiny cup of mash. We called and asked that it was supposed to come with garlic toast (as per menu) and we were told it doesn't. Horrible value for money read more

Crow's Nest - Lamb stew - Pubs Near Me - Newmarket, Ontario

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I had recently come back from Ireland and when my friend invited me to new market for brunch, the place reminded me of an old tavern. The ambiance was warm and inviting, seeing old photos and historical items from Ireland really put me in the vibe and brought back memories. The service was great, the servers were very humble and knowledgeable to suggest good options for first-timers. The Wings were okay at best, cooked well but there much taste to it. The breakfast was simple but that would be the best option there. This place has a good homie vibe and provides decent food. Parking is limited but there are street parking as well. read more

Absolutely wonderful pub with great food and service!! Been going there for years. Warm and friendly.

We cozy and comfortable place, feels like we are in Ireland , we old style . The servers are really welcoming. There is bar separate and eating area separate. We went on a sunday brunch, it was good, prices are reasonable too. will add photos of the breakfast we ordered. I tried wings but i didnt like it, they were not fresh. Garlic bread was good. read more

They were busy on FAMILY DAY, staff was amazing. Working quick and efficiently. Burger was one of the best I've eaten. Great experience. read more

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I have been to the crow's nest in Newmarket twice over the last week. The service was excellent and the food was quite good. They offer a regular menu and the menu also offered several gluten free options. I had the wings and sweet potato fries, and also tried a burger and potato skins. The wings were nice and crispy and the sweet potato fries were some of the beat that I have had. The burger was quite good as well. For anyone looking for a nice pub type environment with a good varied choices of foods, this is a great location and the staff was very helpful and accommodating. It was very clean as well. Also lots of patio room. read more

Came here for a bite to eat after hiking at Thornton Bales all morning. This place took my patio reservation over the phone. They have spacious picnic table seatings spread apart out back next to a river that runs through the back. Their menu items consist of your classic English pub foods. The waitress and staff were so friendly. Great service. Food was mediocre. Nothing special, but it wasn't bad. It was just English pub food I could get at another other English pub. The wings were a little hard and dry. Their fries were extremely crispy and well done. We got the fish tacos - meh. The jerk chicken tacos were better than the fish but way too salty. The schnitzel tasted bland after I had the salty jerk chicken tacos. The best thing I ate here was their Asiago crab dip with naan and extra chips. They also sold mango white claw which was a perfect drink for today's hot day. Portions were great. Each item we ordered came with a side of either fries or salad. Their salads tasted fresh and no wilted leaves in sight. We had leftover fries and we got them to go. Although they didn't have QR code menus, they did tell us they wiped it down every time. Their washrooms were really clean too. read more

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Support local! Especially this cozy place that has great food and staff. This is one of my favourite spots in Newmarket and during COVID they really need all the help they can get. They are open for take out and all their food is made fresh to order. The food is outstanding so order take out and here are some of my favourites: 1. Double Baked Nachos and get it fully loaded. I like getting extra cheese and chilli on the side (trust me!) 2. Pub Salad - has greens with pumpkin seeds, cranberries and apple. I love it. 3. The Nest Burger - One of best burgers I've ever had. read more

I really enjoy this pub because it reminds me to home cooked food that isn't overly commercialized like most places. The service is always friendly and efficient - it also seems like a lot of locals enjoy this place a lot (it's always decently packed). Some of my favourites include their classic burger, the calamari, the club sandwich and my most recently favourite, the portobello mushroom burger w/ onion crisps, tomato and swiss cheese. The burger was very juicy and flavourful that blended with the onion really well. I didn't even miss the fact that there was no meat. You also get a side of fries, salad or daily soup with most meals. Parking can be difficult because there isn't a lot in their parking lot but you can park across the street and there's a few spots in front of the restaurant. read more

Crow's Nest - Pubs Near Me - Newmarket, Ontario

Really nice neighborhood pub Decor may be a little dated but it's bright and clean. We were here on a Saturday evening and it was quite busy with reservations and a party upstairs. It may be a wee bit pricey but the food was fresh and delicious and the service was warm and friendly read more

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Hit and miss. The specials included a clam chowder that was one of the best I've ever had! But when it came to the Chili Supreme, that was way off the mark. Overloaded with cumin and other spices, this was nothing near to any chilli I've had anywhere in North America. Perhaps if this was an Indian or Pakistani restaurant, the boldness of the spice would fit right in. So long as you don't call it chili in the traditional sense. Giving up early on the chili, I ordered the snack plate of pierogies. They came with melted cheese, Chris bacon, and grilled onions along with sour cream. They were quite good. Meanwhile, my dinner guest had the daily special Penne with Mushroom Cream Sauce. For the bit I tasted, it was quite good as well. But at $21, it's well into Levetto territory where this pub can't compete. Looking around at other diners, the dishes seem to fall on either side of the fence. The pub grub looked really good. The Pub Pie for example, looked incredible. However ethnic dishes don't fare so well. The Shanghai Stir Fry included Naan bread. Whaaa?? I'll go back. But I will always keep in my mind that I want to stick to the pub menu items. read more

Had lunch with friends this past week here. Absolutely a wonderful meal and terrific time. Everything was 5 stars. The atmosphere, the food-(I had the halibut and chips)-outstanding. The nicest and funniest waitress I have ever been ever served by. Everything was outstanding. Can't wait to return. The drive from Toronto was well worth it. read more

Solid pub. Good selection of drafts, great ambiance, service, and overall experience.

I always drive by the Crow's Nest and thought I would try it out for the first time on a Friday night The pub always seems to be busy. Which is a good thing! I was quite surpised when I walked inside. The decor is something alright, but very pub/scottish/nautical feel. It was different alright but in a good way. We had great service and the food was pretty good as well. I had clam chowder soup to start and my husband had French onion soup. Both were freshly made and tasted great. For our entree, I had the Angus Beef Dip with fries and my husband had the Fish of the Day - Fried Cod with Tiger Shrimp with a special Tomato sauce served on rice. He enjoyed his meal as it was different and not a typical meal you would order but it's nice to try new things than from the traditional pub. My meal was really good as well. Very tasty and filling. In the end we were content with everything from their service to food. We would recommend and definitely visit again. read more

Crow's Nest - Fried Cod Special- Fish of the Day - Pubs Near Me - Newmarket, Ontario

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Overall impression: Nice classic pub ambience, decent food and mediocre service This pub is located just a few minutes away from downtown Newmarket with a small parking lot, and a great little river running right next to it making it feel like you're out of movie. The pub looks like an old school British house which I thought was quite neat. I don't have anything bad or good to say about the service, our server was also the bartender for the night and she sat us right next to the bar. She was super busy fulfilling drink orders and didn't check up on us or anything, when I needed something I would just yell at her from my seat to the bar. We ordered the grilled cheese, reuben sandwich and the perogies. The sandwiches were alright, they were nothing too special about these, the only thing that were super good are the perogies, they were downright delicious covered in butter, bacon and onion. I might come here again one day to get pub food, but other than that it's nothing too special. read more

Crow's Nest - Potato and cheese perogies covered in cheese, bacon, caramelized onions and green onions - Pubs Near Me - Newmarket, Ontario

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I come here few time already, they have Fuller's ESB on tap. Their brunch menu is good. read more

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Although I had recently given this place a 5-star rating, I think it may have been a fluke as it was my first time there. Gave it another shot and it will be my last. Tried it on Friday afternoon. Was greeted by a waitress and shown to our seats. The place wasn't busy yet but the waitress already seemed like she was in a rush. We selected what we wanted from the menu and when the waitress came by to take our orders, again she was in a rush and seemed frustrated to answer questions. When I was done ordering, before I could fold the menu, she snatched it from my hand. At this point, we were beginning to get a bit disappointed with the service but it only got worse. My fish and chips came and once I finished the fish, under it I had a nice big hair waiting for me between the fries. I immediately stop eating and waited for her to come by. I let her know there was a hair in my food but she didn't seem convinced. In the end, we received our bill (in full) and we were provided a coupon for a free appetizer for next time....lol yeah, no thanks. read more

Great food and a interesting locale. Had ribs and wings. The ribs were fall off the bone and the bbq sauce was some of the best I have had. Good dry rub on the wings and sauce. Had some good beer too. Parking is a little tricky. read more

I came here for lunch between meetings. We told them we were in a time crunch and they expedited our order very quickly, but still gave us friendly and excellent service. Unlike some places which give you such attitude and half-hearted service when you let them know that you need to be out in a specific time. I ordered the burger and fries. The burger was exceptional. It was a housemade patty which was so juicy and flavourful. It wasn't overly thick so it didn't put me in a food coma or give me the meat sweats. The bun was very soft and complemented the patty well. The fries were fresh, but they were a bit dry for my preference. Perhaps they were in the oil too long for the second fry. I don't know. I usually prefer my fries more potatoey in the interior. Still, I managed to scarf most of them down so it obviously didn't detract from that all that much. Would definitely come back here. The only downside is the parking. I ended up parking across the street on a side street. read more

Real classic neighborhood pub that feels a bit out of place in the cozy residential area it sits in, but can't be beat when it comes to replicating what a pub should be: good food, good drink list, and no TV. The Crow's Nest is a place to circle around little tables and pass the time talking to friends over a pint or two, maybe stay a bit long and order some dinner while you're there (bangers'n mash or a meat pie?), maybe grab another drink and just enjoy time spent in good company while the world outside dashes along without you. Yes, the parking isn't great; it has a small lot and relies on your legs to take you there from the local street parking. Yes, the close early; it's smack in the middle of a residential area and keeps more traditional British pub hours of operation. But they have painting and axes on the walls, not jerseys and TVs; they serve food with actual care and flavour, not deep fried stuff out of a box, covered in sauce; and they have a loyal and welcoming community of customers, not an endless stream of transient drinkers and territorial regulars. They're not a bar, they're a pub; and there's a lot to be said for that. read more

This is a nice pub to visit in Newmarket. They have great traditional pub food and a nice cozy atmosphere. I really enjoy the fish and chips - nice and crispy with good quality fish. The ribs are another favourite - nice and juicy, flavorful and fall-off-the-bone yummy! There is a good selection of beers on tap as well. The staff are great and very attentive. When I have been to the Crow's Nest, the manager was always around making sure things were running smoothly and the customers were satisfied. This is nice to see, especially when there is new staff working and something is missed. Someone was always there to check and help out. Considering there are very few traditional pubs in Newmarket, I recommend giving this one a try. I plan on going again for wing night as I have heard good things! I am a sucker for good half price wings...with a few pints to wash 'em down of course. Cheers! read more

This is a good example of a pub that has been around a while because they are doings things right. It is small and a bit tight however we were seated instantly and attended to right away. The servers are not teenagers that are working for a short period, they are mature adults who care and are there for the long run. There menu is typical pub food with a twist, they offer veal, seafood and breakfast too. Fries are not frozen, food is tasty without loading it in sauce to cover blandness. Portions are consistent as with good service and reasonable pricing. At the end of the day you can't please everyone but they seem to try to please, offer tasty food and great service. Would def visit again read more

If you wanna talk about surprising finds, you'll likely be referring to the Crows Nest on the list of surprising local pubs. It surprises start from the moment CN pops up suddenly in front of you as you drive north on Prospect in Newmarket. It's inconspicuous and blends in with the row of homes the bookend it on either side. If driving, they have a great private parking lot with a picturesque stream running between the lot and the pub filled with ducks and geese pretty much all year long! You enter in and you might be surprised or disappointed by the small pub inside but after closer inspection of the wall art and design, you'll realize this pub is a mix of traditional Irish/Scottish pub (slightly more Scottish). It's old, it's well kept, it's cozy - the perfect place Id want to to enjoy a scotch with pals OR a few pints of Guinness. While I have yet to dine here what was surprising to me was how packed they are every night of the week. Reason being? They have a different food special almost every day of the week. From fish and chips to a Monday night Wing night, there is always a crowd here which makes a strong case for bringing me back. For now I'll enjoy this local spot for drinks but I'll be back soon. read more

This place is really cool. Situated beside a creek amidst a thicket in residential Newmarket, a colleague and I came here for a drink after a business meeting. Very traditional English pub menu (pot pies, bubble and squeak etc.) and a terrific compliment of beers on tap. Friendly service and a very local clientele. We ordered the nachos (no, that is not authentic pub fare, I get it...) and they were great. Need to return for lunch. Recommended for BritPub enthusiasts and beer fans. read more

I've been going here for a while and I'm the past I've gotten a couple rude waiters and waitresses but other than that I have never had a problem with this restaurant. But a couple weeks ago I came in and my service was fine but I noticed a commotion going on at a table where 3 older ladies were sitting and from what I heard the owner was getting mad at one of the ladies and I believe he claimed that the one of the ladies made a waitress cry. They were going back and forth but the older woman was keeping calm and the owner was being very snappy and eventually the older woman was ready to pay and it seemed she wanted something and the owner had turned his back to her and she had tapped him to get his attention, well the owner turned around and loudly stated that she had assaulted him and threatened to call the police. At this point I knew that he was in the wrong because I had witnessed what happened and she tapped him lightly from what I saw. Keep in mind this older lady seemed to have an oxygen machine with her and she didn't seem like she could ever seriously hurt him. The 3 ladies left after that and I felt like trying to go apologize to the lady because from what I had seen she didn't do anything and she seemed upset. I've been going here for a while and I've seen her around quite a bit so I know she is a regular. The owner seemed rude and although the food is good I wouldn't recommend going here after what I witnessed. read more

We visited the Crow's Nest for lunch on a rainy, dark day earlier this summer. Considering the weather outside, and the warm traditional feeling pub atmosphere inside, we had no problem pretending we were actually in England enjoying our lunch. We ordered potato skins and steak sandwiches, which were all very good. But the best part of the meal was the spinach salad - it was excellent!! One of the best salads I have ever had! So yummy! I will be defiantly be retuning so I can enjoy that salad again! Friendly and attentive service. I can see how the parking would be challening during their busy times. read more

Very good pub fare and matching beer selection. Great for the classic Sunday prime rib special. So popular though, be sure to get there early before they run out! If you like spice, ask for Tom's sauce, really tasty. read more

Love the ambience. It is a proper pub. I went a couple times with my curling group and we always had a good time

Went there for lunch recently. Other comments about the parking lot are correct...it's tiny and fills up quickly. The pub is located on a small canal/river which is quite picturesque, so long as you don't look too closely at all the garbage that's lying around on the banks. The decor is fake English pub, but not in an offensive way. Have you ever seen the movie "Cocoon"? The clientele looked liked they'd escaped from the dining room at the Old Age Home. If they want to rename it, I'd suggest "The Blue Rinse Pub". Not surprisingly it was quiet and the overall atmosphere was pleasant enough. Maybe it's a bit more lively in the evening. The food is the issue here, and it was very good. The menu is huge for a pub, which is not always a good sign, in terms of freshness, but we were all more than satisfied. We ordered the "house" burger, a Reuben and the fish tacos. They all came with fries, and the plates were piping hot. The portions were large, and the quality was excellent. My three tacos came with six decently sized portions of battered haddock. At $12.99, I believe they were $3 or $4 cheaper than the fish and chips, but I'm pretty sure I had just as much of the light, crispy and flaky fish. If you want a kick, ask for some hot sauce on the side. My companions were equally satisfied with their choices. The waitress was efficeint and polite. All in all, an excellent, and reasonably priced luncheon. read more

Met two friends for 7pm drinks and snacks. Monday is wing night. We got medium sauce and they were OK but too saucy. Nice presentation and came with lots of napkins and wet wipes. We also shared a plate of so-so nachos. Bill total for food, 1 20oz Canadian draft, two glasses of Yellow Tail chardonnay, rum and coke and two spare diet cokes $51 plus tip. Good enough. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Place was pretty full at 7pm but by 10 pm had dwindled down to half a dozen tables. It was pretty cold as our table was at the big front window but it was -15C so no surprises there. Good place to get together in a casual pub atmosphere. read more

Great spot. Food is excellent. Clean. Very popular place.

Best Reuben sandwich I've ever had. I like to keep my reviews short and sweet. Servers actually seem to care, food was excellent, and the service was exceptional. Perfect example of a hidden gem. read more

Crow's Nest - Best reuban sandwich ive ever had. - Pubs Near Me - Newmarket, Ontario

Great pub atmosphere with regular lunch specials. Be forewarned that parking can be tricky. Can't go wrong with their fish and chips!

This is my absolute favourite pub. Great food, great atmosphere, great beer and above all great service. The staff make you feel like family. I will be returning soon. read more

I was very disappointed in my meal on Friday night and sent it back after two or three bites. The meal in question was bland rainbow trout with a dill sauce, served with overcooked vegetables and sloppy mashed potatoes that resembled watery cream of wheat. I was not impressed by the manager's comment to me that, "Everyone else likes it, but I will take it off your bill." Pardon me? Is my opinion not valid, then? Thanks for that! A better approach, especially from a manager, is to offer an apology, ask for feedback, and remove the item from the guest's bill. End of story. We usually enjoy our meals at The Crow's Nest. We won't be back for a long while. When we do return, we will stick to the main menu items. read more

Classic style British pub. Loving the fish and chips. Fluffy beer batter and tender fish. I usually get a side of gravy with my fries cuz it's very tasty. Also love the crab cakes read more

Had the fish and chips. Fish wasn't cooked through and the fries tasted stale. Service was decent and beers cold. Couple of belligerent drunks at the bar ruined the ambiance. read more

People are way too generous with their stars! This place has gone downhill in the past couple of years while their prices have gone uphill. Someone said the plates are piping hot---duh...right out of the microwave! They must have a new meat supplier as the meat has downgraded so much in quality. This place attracts relics who yearn for a taste of olde home across the pond. The brews and the menu and the decor seemingly satisfy them but there are plenty of other places to eat if you want decent food at decent prices. read more

I was in your establishment this afternoon for lunch, and I must say, despite the fact that it was really quite busy, our service was unexpectedly wonderful. Our server (Carol or Kara) was such a breathe of fresh air. Food was as consistent as I remember from years ago. I would definitely recommend this place. Absolutely wonderful experience. read more