This was an experience that started off rocky and then was salvaged. The hostess here was clearly…read moreannoyed with people wanting good tables, I get it, there are not that many perfect outside tables. When it was our turn to be seated I kid you not, we had a table in the gift shop area, I definitely asked to be reseated and she looked at like I was crazy. She went on break or something and this other waiter moved us to an awesome table outside, easy, salvaged, loved the beer and the food! Views were spectacular. It is in areas like this that I am shocked places don't open another spot, or maybe like a locals only annex.

Still one of the nicest and coolest breweries we've ever been to. The setting is unreal -- tucked…read morein a quaint fishing village, right on the water, with a massive mountain backdrop. The vibes alone are worth the trip, but add in great service and even better beer, and this place is a must! We grabbed some food and the spinach & artichoke dip was cheesy, creamy, and delicious. As for the beer -- wow. Some of our favourites included: Blackberry Rosemary Aloha Candy Store IPA Iron Sour Cherry ...and honestly so many more, it was hard to choose! We loved it so much I even picked up a Quidi Vidi shirt from the merch shop. If you're in Newfoundland, this place is an absolute must-visit.

The fish is crispy and delicious, add the dressing and gravy and makes it all the better. The chips…read morewere a little too well done for my taste and required more seasoning. The Skipper Ches' K-sauce wings were excellent. The chicken was crispy and not overcooked, the Korean style sauce had a kick and was very savory.

My go-to spot whenever I visit YYT. Fish and poutine with the famous St. John's dressing. Yum.read more

Really delayed review as my visit was back in July. Our first meal after we landed in St. John's…read more We came straight to Mallard Cottage from the airport to celebrate a special anniversary dinner. I'm glad we had the dinner menu because I had no idea the brunch menu didn't have any seafood (from looking at the prior review). We had the rack of lamb, cod tongue, mussels, and carrots. I never had cod tongue before this, so I had no idea what to expect. It's hard to describe the taste, but it's more like a fish nugget in a way, that resembles a hybrid fish and a somewhat scallop-like texture. I really enjoyed it. They even gave a cheesecake on the house since it was a special occasion for us. I love the charming little restaurant and décor, and we were seated overlooking a window. We didn't make any reservations; we just landed and went straight to the restaurant on a weekday night closer to 8pm. Though it's just as easy to book a reservation on Yelp. The service was also friendly and attentive. I would definitely recommend this spot for dinner.

We had a great dinner at Mallard Cottage! The staff was warm and welcoming, and they were happy to…read moreanswer questions and provide recommendations. We were seated in the original cottage room, which was quiet and comfortable. We ordered the cod tongues because we'd never tried them before. We were told they were quintessential Newfoundland, so we figured we'd give it a shot. They were lightly fried and crispy, which was nice. I thought they had a similar texture to a fried oyster. Paired with the delicious lemon thyme aioli, we enjoyed them! We also shared the duck breast and a few sides: the asparagus and the carrots. We enjoyed it all, particularly the duck breast. The foragers puree of the day was a blend of mushrooms, which very nicely complemented the duck and the parsnip puree. This dish was a lovely balance of textures and flavors. We also had some nice chocolate mousse for dessert, which was paired with blueberries. It was enjoyable, but the definite highlight of the meal was the duck!

We thoroughly enjoyed this quaint Gastropub on an unassuming corner of Duckworth street. We…read morehappened to arrive right when they opened at 11am, and we were able to select from their brunch or lunch menu. Hubby and I both ordered from their lunch menu. I had my eye on the PB&J burger that I had seen on Yelp, as peanut butter is my favorite thing ever! This burger did not disappoint. While the combo sounds strange, the flavors were well-balanced with the brie cheese, caramelized onions and bacon. The meat was cooked to a perfect medium and the hamburger bun was soft. I chose the kettle chips for my side, and they tasted house made. Very delicious! The only thing I didn't like about this burger was the price tag = $22. Hubby had the seafood chowder for $17 and it was enough for a full meal. He said the chowder was very flavorful and full of seafood. He was in heaven! We both ordered a Quidi Vidi 1892 amber ale on draft. They only had 7 beers on tap and I wished that they had a medium or dark beer, but this area doesn't seem to be big on that. They do have Guinness in a can, if that's your thing. Service was friendly and the food came out relatively fast. The booths were comfy and the pub reminded me of a cozy neighborhood bar. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

Every visit back home, I always make a stop at BSG. Everything I've ever ordered here has been…read moresolid and flavorful. The staff is warm and inviting with an incredibly cozy atmosphere.

Love Leo's! Service is always quick, we got fries, dressing and gravy and a burger, delicious!!read more

On a recent trip home I decided to split my time between here and a very close competitor. Can't…read moredecide which one I enjoy more... After being away for nearly 17 years nothing fills the void quite like a feed of Fish and Chips (with dressing and gravy of course). The service at Leo's is what you'd expect at any down home fish and chips; friendly and quick! Everyone is "me love", "darlin", or whatever sweet pet name the waitress feeling like calling you! The food is great! Albeit greasy, but maybe you should know that before coming in to dine. It's deep fried, all of it, so it's well... going to be greasy! The chips are friend to perfection, crispy and fluffy all in one. And the fish was in a nice light batter that carried the fish just so. I prefer the dressing and gravy here over the competitor, but over all it's on par. Oh, and the paper place mat adds to the nostalgia that this place represents. I'm excited to come back soon!

The seafood was amazing. The lobster bisque was great and the oysters on the half shower straight…read moreout of the water. Service was spot on people were friendly place was clean

(From June) The restaurant feels like family-style. The…read moreservice was good and we got a good seat at the back where the ceiling-to-floor windows are so it was nice to look onto the water. The oysters were super good and fresh (obviously) and I liked the pickled onion they gave as well. The crab was alright. It was baked so it's harder to get the meat clean off and it was quite dry. I prefer it being boiled as you also get the juice from the meat. It was heavily seasoned (personally just like my crab plain). It was well worth it though with the side dish and the amount of crab you get. The chowder was good. I really liked it but it was quite small, even as a main course meal. The downside, I got an upset stomach and threw up later that night. (thankfully not food poisoning but still a bit turned off) I'm not sure if it was a bad oyster or the chowder but I shared the crab with my mom and no one had my chowder.

We went on Good Friday and the lineup was fairly quick. Service was fast too. The food was…read morefantastic. No one does fries like Ches's. The fish and onion rings were cooked perfectly too. Generous portion sizes, my photo is a 2 piece/medium.

We were visiting the area and had to try the "famous" fish and chips. The food was ok and bit…read moreoverpriced. What was the best part was being taken care of by Jonna. She was so pleasant and went out if her way to see we were enjoying ourselves at the restaurant. That was worth just going to the restaurant for the experience. She made it special!

I got some "Fish n' Chips" from the Newfoundland Chocolate Company from my sister-in-law :) She was…read morein St. John's for work, and brought us back some treats. How sweet is that? :) They come in a little paper takeout box like real Fish and Chips would, but they are actually fish-shaped chocolates and kettle cooked potato chips drizzled with chocolate. I feel like chocolate covered chips is an East Coast thing. The first time I saw chocolate covered potato chips was in Prince Edward Island and they called them Cow Chips, lol. Anyway, they are salty and sweet and a bit addictive. The chocolate is smooth and creamy. The chocolate fish is big, so was broken in half in order to fit the box. I think it would have been more aesthetically pleasing if the company made smaller fish, so you'd have whole fish. Nonetheless, it was a tasty treat. The packaging, while fun and kitschy, was not too functional, because since it's not air-tight, the chips weren't as crispy. It looks like the Newfoundland Chocolate Company is popular in Newfoundland, with several locations. I'll need to check them out if I find myself there in the future :)

Staff are absolutely wonderful but the food here is hit or miss. The location on Harvey Road used…read moreto be my favorite fish and chips in Newfoundland, and I hoped it would be the same here, but it's not. It's okay but nothing special.

came in for supper tonight and I have to say the best fish and chips in the country. Thanks for the…read moregreat meal!