Fantastic experience - I can't come up with a single negative. Soon after we were escorted to our…read moretable our waitress arrived. We ordered drinks: a Whiskey Sour for me (oops, meant to order an Old Fashioned), and a classic martini for her. The vodka was from a small Nova Scotia distillery and the whiskey, though not local, was at least Canadian. Both very good and generous with the alcohol. Later I had a good tempranillo (Spanish). The wine by the glass selection was ample, and available in 5 or 8 ounce sizes (I chose 8 obviously). Soon after this a runner arrived with two excellent breads: a cornbread and a multigrain. Free bread isn't always guaranteed these days; much appreciated. So good, and since we were traveling and running out we asked if they could sell a loaf, and they did - at a fair price. We shared two appetizers, both attractively plated on whimsically shaped dishes and garnished with edible flowers, one orange and the other yellow. The Mediterranean Pastry Tart with roasted tomatoes, caramelized onion, tapenade, mozzarella, goat cheese, prosciutto, arugula, and Parmesan. And the Grilled Saganaki (Halloumi cheese) with house-made lamb sausage and tomato basil salsa. Both memorable. On the small side but still enough for sharing by two. My Trio Of Lamb was a chop, boneless leg, and homemade sausage (the same as in our app), with mint-infused red wine peppercorn sauce. The chop and leg were served rather rare (she didn't ask and I didn't specify) but I was fine with it. Sauce, only subtly minty, was balanced in flavor and portion. Other components included roasted potato and cauliflower, a vegetable we couldn't identify at first, and another edible nasturtium, this time red. We eventually figured out that the green vegetable, resembling a julienned green bean, was probably a "micro celery". Curious but very interesting. The wife's entree was Roasted Chicken and Wild Mushroom Penne, with leeks, port, demi-glace, cream, and Parmigiana. The chicken was in small pieces and tender, the mushrooms not the usual button type, and the delicate complexity of the sauce made this into a memorable dish. Nasturtium garnish again; another orange - but how many colors can nasturtium come in? Our dessert was a chocolate cheesecake which we shared. Light, smooth, and chocolatey. Not huge but enough for us to share. Writing this several days later, I wish I remembered more. Other intriguing menu items include simpler things like burgers and fish&ships, a Seafood Vindaloo that I'd love to try, an entire sushi selection (!), and several to-go items sold frozen to be reheated at home. Stay in their rental upstairs (available on airbnb) and you could eat here everyday! Not a bad way to spend a few days.

Food is tasty, service is good, atmosphere is great. They have a wide variety of things of the…read moremenu, even sushi to my surprise. I got pasta and it was delicious. Its just a little to expensive for my liking, I personally thought the portions could have been a little bigger considering how much every costs.

My partner was craving steak, so we came here for dinner. I find hotel restaurants can be touch…read moreand go, but this one was a great one. It's right in the heart of the city and great for people watching if you sit outside on their beautiful patio. The steak was delicious and they had a lot of variety with their seasonal accompaniments. Great portions, and good service.

Where to begin...I had read the menu before we arrived (my birthday) and as I come from South Shore…read moreNova Scotia, I looked forward to the Halibut. It is one of my favourite white fish. It was over cooked, dry, and chewy. Halibut is not supposed to be chewy. The seafood in general was overcooked. Shrimp and scallops. The mussels appetizer came without melted butter for dipping. Altogether an overpriced, not tasty, and disappointing meal. Our server was wonderful however, and that goes a long way with us. She was the best thing about the restaurant. She sent me home with a complimentary sticky toffee pudding which was the one tasty thing. As for ambiance, it was alright, although the choice of music could be better. I am afraid that we will not be returning nor would we recommend it.

Had good service and the outside seating is nice. Food was simply ok. The lobster roll has zero…read morelobster pieces. It's more like lobster paste almost. Big let down. The mussels barely had any of sauce and you get 2 tiny pieces of thin overly toasted bread to dip. It's getting a 3 for server and the fries otherwise it would be a 2

Came to Charlottetown for a conference was anticipating that Brakish was open but apparently they…read moreare opening the weekend of June 10. Their drinks are pretty good. Had a non alcoholic lemonade that was freshly shaken with a lobster roll that had fresh lobster served with fries. Overall my meal was tasty and I enjoyed the ambiance and service.

So the location of this spot is probably crazy during the summer, it is on a floating barge like…read moreplatform just off the pier area. There is a sand volleyball court and about 4 bars- all closed for the season while we there, but the lobster kept with our experience of all of Canada- can't go wrong. The lobster rolls are delicious! Definitely would stop here again, but I dont know if i could brave the in season crowds.

We came over after having the lobster roll at Dave's Lobster to compare them because honestly we…read morearen't from this area and at our home you just can't get this type of food. The shack was recognized on a number of YouTube videos we watched of PEI of where to get a great lobster roll. It was certainly a busy location with only outdoor seating under umbrellas. I ordered a lobster roll that came with fries for $23.00 CAD the day we had it....no market price cost like at Dave's. The women working the shack were friendly and chatty and we got the order pretty quick. The lobster had a bit more mayo on it than Dave's and it was more flavorful, but the bun was better at Dave's. All things being weighed, the seating was better at Dave's along with the bun, but the price and inclusion of the fries was better with Chip Shack. Given the choice I would save the money and have the lobster roll here.

Went with a friend for a catch up brunch date, and it felt like we were in a movie, the ambiance…read moreinside feels so mid century! Inside had so much character and charm, and to top it off there was live music playing and what an experience! To the excellent service, friendly smiles and inspirational decor, it made our brunch a superb experience! Would 100% recommend for anyone looking for a romantic date night spot on the Island in town!

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.

My family and I stopped at Patterson's Family Restaurant yesterday for lunch. We were looking for a…read moregood homestyle type meal and we were not disappointed! My husband and I tried the Fish & Chips which were nice and fresh and my father in law had breakfast. The popcorn chicken kids meal was the perfect size for our daughter. We also had dessert which are made in house! The restaurant was very clean and the service was excellent! We will definitely eat here again!

It's a shame they use a hollandaise mix (look how yellow it is) for their eggs benny, because the…read moreeggs were *perfectly* poached and the lobster tasted fresh. Someone said this is Sackville's "okayest" restaurant, and I'd have to agree. Our waitress, Katie, was very nice.

Always a shame when you decide to take someone's recommendation and it doesn't work out. Long…read morewait, cold food and not great service - what a shame. With so many options, I wish we had gone somewhere else. I've never understood how you can get cold food after waiting for 45 minutes...

Always excellent ice cream and friendly service! Can be busy at times but worth waiting for! My…read morefavorite stop whenever we visit!