Stumbled upon The Old Newcastle House as we were driving through Newcastle. The weather was great…read moreand they have outdoor and indoor seating. The selection of beers and cocktails was great. We have the appetizer sampler as a meal which was enough for two men. Wonderful place and will return if in the area.

The staff was very helpful, and we were able to sit outside with the dog. Note to Americans:…read morepepperoni and bacon pizza (while quite delicious) may not be what you're expecting from back home.

Queen's Castle Restobar has recently had new management take over as well as a full menu overhaul…read moreand some interior renovations. A group of 5 of us walked in around 5:45/6 last Friday night. Upon entrance we were immediately greeted by the friendly hostess who asked if we had reservations. The "new" QC was packed and buzzing with energy. We didn't have reservations so a manager came quickly to see what was going on. He made space for us and got us seated right away. Lindsay was our server - very friendly and personable. She was attentive the entire time. We ordered two appetizers - coconut shrimp and nachos with chicken. Both came relatively quickly despite a full restaurant, were hot and flavourful. We'd order both again! Could've had more sour cream, salsa, guac, with the nachos, but I find that's fairly typical. For our mains, we had the curry chicken (quite spicy, flavourful, braised), haddock and chips (Friday special), kids cheeseburger and fries, chicken and shrimp stirfry, and a steak wrap. We also ordered wings to share. The fries that came out with the fish were cold, but when we told the server she brought a bowl of hot fries right away. No arguments. Everything was flavourful and delicious. Didn't have to wait too long to get our meals either. We liked all of our entrees and were happy that the fries were fresh - like chip truck fries - not frozen. You could tell everything was home made and made to order. A huge improvement from previous ownership! We also enjoyed seeing both managers/owners present on the floor. Both came by during our meal to ask how we were enjoying. Genuinely seemed to care about our experience. Another nice touch was live music - acoustic guitar and singer a bit later in the evening. We will be back!

I just can't get 1 good meal here since new owners 2022. It's worse than a truck stop for quality…read moreof food. Chicken wings were tasteless for chicken but had a weird soapy taste that not even the sauce could cover up. Wings were reheated at least 2 times come frozen and to save money they only get the 1 kind. .....breaded. Fries are old limp with no taste. Breakfast sausage were cheapest you can imagine.... extra msg and salt So mushy. spring rolls were all batter there were no Vietnamese rice wrapped ones. Bread is that Texas thick cheap stuff. Absolutely no quality what so ever.......none. I gave 1 star because coffee was good. Just a dive eatery.

Servers are friendly and food is tasty. Great steak melt and Greek salad. Bathrooms are clean as…read moreare the floors throughout the restaurant.

We stopped in Oshawa for dinner after being delayed by a nearby accident and chose Portly Piper Pub…read morebased on its 3,000+ reviews and 4.3-star rating. Parking seemed limited at first, but there's more available in the back. Just a tip: be careful not to miss the entrance, since exiting is a one-way street and re-entering can be tricky. We arrived around 6:45 pm and saw a small line with two groups ahead, but the place is much bigger than it looks from the outside and we were seated quickly in a comfortable booth for four. The pub was clean, and I was especially surprised at how spacious and tidy the washrooms were--not what I usually expect from a pub, which tend to feel older and worn. The menu is huge, and TVs are everywhere--even in our booth. Between us, we tried a good range of dishes: 1. Caprese Salad with Steak - nicely balanced with pesto, though the steak was a little dry. 2. Fish and Chips - incredible portion for $18! Crispy, perfectly cooked fish with fries, coleslaw, and even a Caesar salad. The fries were well-seasoned (no ketchup needed), coleslaw was enjoyable despite me usually not liking it, and the Caesar was delicious. 3. Mexican Salad - flavorful, fresh, and generous in portion. 4. Tuesday Wing Special - wings were $0.90 each, so I ordered 15 with a Coke Zero. The garlic Parmesan was disappointing--dry and lacking flavor--but the Buffalo ranch wings were tender and spot-on. Service was friendly, though our waitress could have been more proactive with drink and water refills. Overall, I was impressed. Clean space, huge portions, good value, and a welcoming pub atmosphere. Definitely a solid stop if you're in the area.

We came here after a failed Aurora chase after 1am…read more I ordered take out dominator which is a 3 x 5oz patty with cheese. Plus a piece of fried egg. No bun or any veggies. The cost was pretty high but the meat quality is good. I got a tornado fry for my wife. It's a bit spicy and got burned a bit but it is a pretty large potato. I would likely have to come back here to get the Lucy which is cheese stuffed bee patty

I had seen another food blogger share a photo of the utility sandwich and knew I had to try one…read more I decided what the heck, I might as well go all in and get the added toppings. I added on Grilled Onions, Grilled Mushrooms and Beef Bacon. I also purchased a Juicy Lucy on fire which is a hamburger stuffed with cheese and jalapenos. Both dishes had all the normal toppings including the very tasty Factory sauce. Both dishes were very flavorful and overflowing with toppings. The provided napkins were a must. The meat was extremely tender, especially on the Utility Sandwich. Solid meal.

Came here last month to meet with a friend who I have known for almost 20 years. We moved to…read moreOshawa a couple of years ago and haven't really explored around. I picked this place based on what saw on the menu Atmosphere: B In general, a standard sports bar and pub. Apparently there was an entire hockey team that had a celebration, so people were saying it was a longer lineup than usual. I like the giant TV in the middle of the main bar area. Noise level was ok for a sports bar to be. The area where we sat was a bit on the darker side, but still bright enough light to enjoy our meal Service: A+ We didn't wait to long for our table, maybe 20 minutes. After a few minutes of browsing, we were greeted by our server. I feel really crappy for saying this, but I forgot her name. About midway in our meal, I asked her how often do people say that she looks like Elizabeth Olsen? And she said at least once a day. When I informed our server about what I wanted to order, she was very honest and said that based on feedback, the dish did not receive great feedback. I did get reassurance though that if I was not satisfied with my order, then she would take the proper steps needed to enjoy my meal. I initially ordered my meal with onion rings, but it did come with fries. I did inform our service and after reconfirming the order, she did bring an extra side of onion rings as was my order. The error was acknowledged and addressed properly. Overall, she was very informative and was always keeping us up to date with the progress of our meal, although it did feel like to took a bit longer than I feel it should have. Food: A When I was looking for places, I browsed various venues. The dish that caught my eye for this place was the soft shell crab burger. The pic on the menu looked really impressive to me. There was a giant crab that could barely fit into the burger bun. That's what pushed me to try this place. When I received the burger, it was definitely not like in the picture. The arms and legs that were sticking out in the picture were not there, and it looked like a small shell was all that was included in the bread with some sauce. I was a bit disappointed that it wasn't matching, I chose to ignore that view and still take a bite. In spite of not getting the appearance on the menu, I was very surprised by the taste. I could easily taste the crab shell with the chipotle sauce and it was delicious. I really did savor bite. Of course it could always be bigger, but the taste was so good I definitely was pleased with my choice. I provided my feedback to our server as well. My friend ordered a pulled pork sandwich and it looked pretty good. I was able to get a small bite, and although it was good, it wasn't anything that really stood out in my mind. Sides were definitely tasty. I liked the onion rings more than the fries. Didn't really feel like splurging on a beverage, kept it simple with a water Value: B In this time of rampant inflation, going out really is a luxury now. I have never been to this pub before, so I can't really compare it to previous visits to see if the serving size has changed. In general, I think that it's not uncommon to go to a sit down service and spend upwards of 30-40$ per person. My total bill came just under 20$ with tax and tip. It did help a bit with the extra side, but for the overall taste of my burger, I felt it was a fair price. As previously mentioned, of the burger was a bit bigger, that would have been better Overall: A- This establishment provided an excellent experience for a first visit. We went during prime time for eating out on a Friday evening, so its not really surprised for waiting for seating. Our server was excellent, my food was delicious and the service was too notch. Overall, I would definitely consider coming back here for a quick bite or to catch the Raptors when they start winning again.

Friendly and attentive service. It was a packed night; it was the weekend, game was on, and there…read morewas also a big group in one section and yet food came fast. Hot, tasty, served with a smile. Despite how busy it was, staff came to check on us frequently. It was noisy so just a warning, if you want a quiet place to watch the game & have a drink without loud patrons, this is not the place for you lol. I cannot say enough, how delicious the food is.

Went here with a coworker who lives in the area for dinner. It was clean and our server was great…read more Ordered the grilled chicken wrap and he got the wings. The wrap came with guacamole, a chipotle sauce, and sweet potatoes. My wrap was delicious and he loved the wings. Got the frings with the wrap, the onion ring part was more just fried batter than onion ring. But overall decent experience.

We were here for dinner on Saturday and I was a little skeptical…read more usually places with a large menu are not that great . Surprise it was fantastic. We had 8 people in our party and we all got something different and all of our food was great ! Our waitress Taz was phenomenal she kept us supplied with drinks and kept asking if we needed anything. We had brought a birthday cake and she brought plates and forks . Would definitely go here again

I have been a regular patron for over a year now great food and service , friendly staff , it is…read moredecorated interior is very nice comfortable seating , very clean . I know all the staff ! I would recommend to everyone I know . Have met alot of nice patrons just like me . A great menu for breakfast or lunch .

I was passing through the area on my way to visit family, and a friend and I decided to meet up for…read morea catch-up brunch at Molly's. It was my first time there, though my friend had been many times before. Since it was a weekday (and snowing) it wasn't busy that day, and we were seated right away. Molly's has a cozy, homey feel, both in the atmosphere and the food. I ordered the avocado toast with fresh fruit, which was simple and satisfying. Overall, we had an enjoyable experience with warm vibes, good food, and friendly staff, though it wasn't anything particularly memorable. That being said, I could see myself returning on a future visit when I'm back in town.

Amazing large and quiet patio in the shade. The food was good. Large portions. And the waitress was…read morevery nice.

A nice relaxing bicycle ride along the Ajax waterfront ended with some Wings and Beer at Westney's…read moreRestaurant and Bar. The Dry Cajun Wings were very crispy but I would have liked a little more flavour (seasoning). It was, however, a pretty good deal at half price, every Monday. This was my first visit to this establishment. The service was good and they have some pretty good daily specials. I'll have to come back to explore their offerings. This was another trial of the camera in the Google Pixel 6 Pro, shot as JPEG. The images are nice and crisp, as were the wings!