Great experience! Cosy, funky, local vibe. Was once a bank, the beer is kept in the vault and the…read moresafety deposit boxes are enshrined over the bar! Not surprisingly the menu is heavy on seafood. But beware the portions are huge! The chowder was nicely spiced and full of mussels, haddock, and scallops. I prefer a thickened chowder, this wasn't but still delicious. The fish cakes were huge and very flavourful and the array of seafood on the board was amazing. Good wine list anda great variety of cocktails. Best service ever from our two hunky, shorts-clad waiters showing off their best assets including tattooed birthdates!

Amazing lunch here- the seafood chowder was great, the lobster roll- . Staff is friendly and…read moreservice was great.

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.

We were here for Mother's Day dinner. It was a set menu and I chose the lobster. Delicious! My…read morehusband chose the roast beef which was great too. The food, service and atmosphere was lovely. It was our first visit here and we will definitely return

Our waiter was patient and helpful. The inside was cozy and quiet. We ordered the PEI mussels to…read morestart as well as a cosmo. We have never had mussels before and these were excellent. I had Chianti and hubs had a Malbec with the ribeye. One of the best I have had. It was PEI beef. The mushrooms we added on were buttery and so tender. Fingerling potatoes also PEI were great. That added some broccolini which was a nice surprise. We finished with the creme brûlée and the chocolate peanut butter mouse. Fantastic. The top meal of our trip up the east coast.

Wonderful meal here in August. We sat out on the patio…read more The pasta bolognese was very good but the lemon meringue tart was one of the best I've ever had. Lemon curd filling and fresh meringue (flamed with a torch). Service was ok. It was a busy afternoon. Great location in downtown Charlottetown.

I made a valentines reservation for dinner for my girlfriend and I over a month ago. February 14, 7…read morepm, I have the emails and correspondence from the restaurant which I confirmed. We arrived at 6:55 pm, there was a couple ahead of us and they were seated at a table right beside the front entrance. We were told our table was being set up for us. After 5 mins passed, the lady from the couple ahead of us said she didn't like their table and they were moved to the table they were preparing for us. We were then offered the table they had left. I said I didn't want that table either but was told that was the table we had to take or wait 25 mins. This all happened right in front of my eyes and frankly I was shocked. So your restaurant effectively ruined our valentines date. - I made a reservation over a month ago and it was confirmed. -We were made to feel like second class, take a table someone else didn't want. - The table being prepared for us was basically stolen/given away with zero thought. Now what was I supposed to do? What would you have done? I was completely embarrassed in front of my girlfriend, made to feel like I had to settle for what was given to me. Totally unacceptable! We left because I was extremely upset. Ruined the date, ruined the night. We walked around town freezing trying to find a place to eat. We won't be returning. Apologies for no food review but you need to eat there first!

Ordered take out tonight. The Richmond Street Club was delicious! The chicken was so tender and…read moretasty and the bacon was crisp and delicious! The beet salad is amazing! I had the beet salad when I was in Charlottetown 2 years ago and have been thinking and talking about it since then. So glad to come back and order another one! Yummy!

Food: we had mussle (feeling crunch like small sands)…read moreSeafood pasta was great! Lobster roll was ok toward good Wine was alright Atmosphere was great specially a band was so good Service was 4+ I will visit again and will definitely order seafood pasta.

Fantastic meal at Sim's…read more Wonderful steak/seafood house ambiance. Very old world, dark wood. And muted lights. Great selection of seafood and fish. The steaks looked pretty good too. Attentive and knowledgeable service. They managed to squeeze us in on a weekend night (even without a reservation). Just wonderful. Right on Queen Street not far from the wharf.

The setting inside is very relaxing and even romantic if you're on a date. Service was excellent,…read morealthough the server seemed to be flirting with my friends partner :( Found that a bit unprofessional, but likely trying to increase her tip. The scallop bruschetta appetizer was out of this world! The surf and turf was delicious, and thankfully we requested that the wine reduction be served on the side. Overall a the food was good.

The numerous amount of times I've been to the Olde Dublin Pub,…read more Definitely on the list of the must visit locations on the Island if you're into having a good old pint! Whenever I'm in the mood for Oysters, the Olde Dublin Pub is where to go for the oyster special as it's gotta be one of the best priced on the Island! 11am - 6pm 1.50$ each Also there Seafood Chowder, best ordered in the summer time ("as sea food is plentiful ") Highly recommend, a must visit location!

Pre dinner cocktails. Very old Irish bar - lots of fun. Sing along band added to the fun . Good…read moreservice! A couple of margaritas,with tequila & Irish whiskey- tasty

While on the Island for a few days, one of my dinner targets was Brickhouse. My wife and I weren't…read moreable to make it the last time we were in town, but this time it was front of mind. We arrived on a Thursday evening in early June, and the restaurant wasn't quite half full, with tourism season still spinning up to full capacity. We were seated upstairs, which, like their whole space, gives the historic brick building centre stage. The menu a decent size for a place of Brickhouse's pedigree, with several apps and about a dozen mains. They were of the typical sort you'd expect to see in an up-casual restaurant, plus more seafood since you know, it's PEI. It's not particularly inventive or exciting, but there was still plenty of interesting options. I was feeling like some Island beef, so I opted for the short rib, while my other half went for the mac and cheese, with the gluten free noodles subbed in. The large chunk of boneless beef was ultra tender and juicy, and the velvety jus amplified that even more. The seasonal veg was a bit sparse and not especially exciting, but the crisp slices of roasted potato were a welcome addition to the plate. It's hard to have a bad mac and cheese, and Brickhouse passed with flying colours - plenty of cheesy goodness, and a nice bit of browning from some time under the broiler. A side salad of everything bagel-style Caesar salad could have used some more seasoning to make the famous bagel flavour more prominent in an already garlicky and savoury dish, but I appreciated the creative spin nonetheless. For dessert, we split the triple chocolate espresso cake. It presented really well, topped with a sliced strawberry and a dusting of confectioner's sugar and cocoa powder, in a pool of white chocolate pastry cream, but the execution wasn't quite up to the visuals. The cake was on the dense side, and wasn't moist enough to compensate, and the espresso flavour was MIA. Service was easy going and attentive. Brickhouse is lovely space in the heart of downtown Charlottetown, but the kitchen needs a little more attention to detail to truly stand out. It can be easy to coast by in a very touristy place, but people appreciate creativity and quality, no matter where they're from.

At first, I didn't even know this place would be a fancy restaurant, I had 30 bucks and an empty…read morestomach, I mean, I had nothing better to do, I was just wearing my normal clothes I was directed to a table right away without even booking a reservation, I understand that that was probably a rare occurrence, but that's not the point, after I was guided to my table I was able to order pretty quickly, four minutes before I got my food The waitress gave me a free drink. Because the bartender had accidentally made an extra, and it was actually pretty delicious, then my food arrived and it was way better than I expected, I ordered the stack burger, after I ate my food, I got the check and left tip, I will definitely be revisiting this restaurant, amazing food, amazing service, there is not one bad thing that I can name about my experience!

This Mushroom Toast was amazing. It was recommended by my server. I was skeptical with the…read morepoached eggs on top, but it was really really good!

Staff were super nice. We wanted to sit on the patio but it started to spit rain so they graciously…read moremoved us inside. Decor is fun and a little fancy but can dress casual. Everyone loved their food. I got the lobster Bao which was a top seller. Sooooo good. Bun was so soft and fresh. Lots of lobster. Crab cake benny had great flavor and good portion. Tuna taco was my least favorite but I think it was the kimchi flavor I'm not a fan of . Overall 100% recommend this one.

The food was delicious and the ambiance was fun and funky with vinyl records playing…read more We had the fried halloumi with mushroom rice, shepherds pie and riblets with Jalapeño Mac and cheese.

Friendly server. Beautiful food that looks like it was plated with care. Great tap list includes…read moreseveral beers, a cider and a seltzer. Good music. Fun location perfect for a pre-show meal. Plenty of shops to hit before or after too. Had the fried cauliflower and 10/10 recommend it. Most items on the menu had the purple pickled onions but I am not complaining. Menu had gluten free options with diverse cultural cuisines offered.