This is a great place and it is always a fun time. The atmosphere is very laid back and it is not…read morenoisy like some of the other pubs. I can't wait to see what they do with the college heights location...they are doing a major renovation and it looks really interesting. If you live in the college heights area make sure you stop by and check this place out.

I'll begin this review, a strangely positive one concerning a pub, with an irrefutable claim…read morecomparing Japanese tamagoyaki to Canadian poutine. No, I'm not having a stroke. Tamagoyaki is a Japanese omelet, very often presented alongside sushi and in the same manner. Customers often look down on tamago, a way substituting expensive fish with something of lower quality. And in some restaurants, that's exactly the case...which is why tamago is also considered the baseline in which restaurants are judged. There are competitions in Japan where the premiere itamaes compete by making nothing but tamago. It's interesting that in North America, sushi is elevated to a culinary stratum, the epoch of all foodies. Yet, over there, it's often measured on the same level as our local pubs. In a way, nachos and pierogis can be considered the Canadian sushi. Yes, that's the metaphor I'm making in my case for the quality of Westwood Pub. My last review was mixed. This one is better. It had been a while since my last visit. I remembered praising the food but not the décor, with beer logos raping your vision at every turn like a blip-vert from Max Headroom...yeah, that reference felt passé then to. I remember having a simple sandwich but enjoying freshness of the ingredients. This return visit was during a dinner service, which admittedly was a test of the clientele as much as anything else. I've been to pubs with good food but honestly feared for my safety. Approaching the entrance, the three of us had to navigate around someone enjoying a drag inches from the door, technically illegal in BC. Past the doors, we found unavoidable glares from an occupied pool table. Thankfully, once we took our seats, the situation improved. It had been a few years, and I'm certain there had been an intervening renovation; the lackluster layout from before looked improved, although the number of TV screens had not. Seriously, there are five mounted side-by-side down one wall. Five screens in a row. Unless they were linked to create one giant video, that would've been cool. Other elements are better, like the spacing between the tables and the reserved music. People could actually hear each other. The bar was unobtrusive, and the stained glass was a nice touch, especially those featuring the shield crest of the pub. That's correct, a shield crest. And yes, that's awesome. Maybe it's my roots in Dungeons & Dragons, but being welcomed by a golden lion regalia harkens back to five warriors gathering at a tavern to discuss the upcoming dungeon adventurer. I'm a nerd, and this works for me. The menu was simple with some strange inclusions, not the least of which was an entire sub-section dedicated to varieties of poutine. I figured what the hell and ordered the basic, costing less than $10. I followed that up with the pierogis and sausage on special. My friend took in the taco salad while the girlfriend played it safe with Irish Nachos. Irish Nachos...Irish Nachos...you know, it really makes me question the potential stereotyping of an ethnicity where you can swap an ingredient for potatoes and slap the name Irish on it. Plus, the potatoes have a very familiar cross-cut waffle appearance. It's like they are not even trying to conceal the fact it's a rip-off. But you know what, don't care, I love pach--errr, I mean Irish nachos. I felt like the subject of a miniaturization experiment when the food arrived, like Ant-Man tossed one of his blue Pym particle disks onto the food (yes, I fact-checked that). The poutine was massive for the price, the Irish nachos doubly so. The taco salad was basically a forest topped with meat. For the prices, each of these "appetizers" were share plates...for a bowling team. We were almost full when the mains arrived. The poutine was also very well made, with high quality Guinness gravy, crispy frees and melted cheese. I was shocked at how good this was. Even the nachos were memorable. My pierogis looked homemade, and the flanked sausage was incredible (despite being obviously store bought). The food was simple, no doubt about it, but the quality was surprising. This could be the first pub I may want to return to, and another nail in the coffin against the popular competition people seem to still flock to. Westwood Pub is a shock--a pub that doesn't disappoint me like all of the Divergent movies do. The environment doesn't frighten me--the décor doesn't insult me, and the food, despite the simplicity, is accomplished with considerable gusto. I may actually want to come back, which is high praise indeed. Food: 3.5/5 Service: 3.5/5 Presentation: 3/5 Value: 5/5 Recommendation: 4/5

Got there. Received one drink and menus then no service. Got up and left after 30 minutes. Seemed…read moreto be only one server on during supper time? What's up with that. Wouldn't recommend.

Ladies and Gentlemen, this is the MAIN EVENT OF THE EVENING! LIVE, in Prince George, British…read moreColumbia! IIIIIIIIIIT'S...TIIIIIIIME!!! Introducing first...FIGHTING out of the blue corner, this restaurant is a pizzeria Napoletana. It has a massive traditional wood oven and a rooftop patio; it grows many of its ingredients on site and is run by a head chef chiseled from Okanagan wineries and island resorts. From 3rd Avenue, presenting the current reigning champion...BETULLA BURNING! And introducing the challenger...FIGHTING out of the red corner, this restaurant is craft brewery. It has a traditional wood oven, a concrete patio, and eight different varieties of craft beer. It's head chef traveled Europe discovering new horizons in the culinary craft before returning home. From George Street, presenting...CROSSROADS BREWERY! On the surface, it might be strange comparing a pizzeria to a brewhouse, but let's be honest, it's going to happen. They're the only two locations in Prince George featuring traditional wood-burning pizza ovens (Betulla's is notably larger). Both menus are dominated by dishes emerging from the fiery depths of said ovens. They both boast rustic decors, with Crossroads taking the extra mile with functioning garage doors offering access to the aforementioned concrete patio. Both are commanded by two of the best chefs this town has ever seen. Comparisons will be made. Infiltrators from both sides attempted incursion to glean valuable intelligence on dough recipes and cooking techniques. And even among my group of five, without prompt, they began discussing which of the two were superior. My stance is complicated given the differences that still separate them. Betulla is defined by its pizza oven. With Crossroads, it's a gimmick; their purpose is in their pints...beer pints that is. Fermentation tanks occupy more than half the complex, all shiny and chrome, visible from the windows dominating one wall of the restaurant. Their pizza oven is nudged in the corner, almost forlorn. As said earlier, the décor is impressive, with polished natural wood tables, corrugated sheet metal fringing the bar, and that adorable pizza oven sitting in the corner like an oversized Chinese steamed bun. A counter runs along the glass wall with uncomfortable chairs for people to sit, though credit is given for offering both traditional and USB power ports for those stopping for lunch. I tip my hat; that's a damn good idea. The tables were obviously expensive, but they still resembled picnic tables. Two friends ordered beer while extolling the quality of the Crossroads brand. They never leave without picking up growlers. I don't drink beer, believing it a joke passed on from the Sumerians to the rest of time. I found one brand at Crossroads that didn't make me vomit, and that's as high a praise you are ever going to get. It was called the Mother Heffer, which I couldn't help thinking sounded dirty. As for the food, we opened with the share platter, a spotlight of all the other snacks, including olives, beer nuts, stuffed dates, flat bread, and biltong (South African jerky). Although all fantastic, high points go to the dates and flat bread. As for pizza, we oredered four, the Italian Deli (salami, capicola, garlic parmesan), the Angry (Grana Padano cheese and fleur de lait, roasted garlic and spicy tomato sauce), the mushroom (mushrooms, it has mushrooms), and the Off the Grid (chorizo, pepperoni, farmer salami, mozzarella, and aged cheddar). These pizzas all read and look, very westernized. There isn't much at Crossroads deviating from what you'd expect from franchise pizzerias, though with considerable more gusto. Betulla still has the claim on fancier pizzas. Then there are the prices; when Crossroads first opened, they were on par with Betulla. So, in a fair match, Betulla would take the belt. However, since then, Betulla has increased their prices by nearly 20%, while Crossroads has remained flat, an important factor to consider. Crossroad pizza is fantastic, far better than any of the tried and tested examples offered by franchises and chains. The pizza bread is sturdier than the softer varieties made at Betulla--when you slice a wedge and lift, it doesn't flop over. It's a culinary choice rather than a statement on pizza quality, but those seeking more conventional pizzas may be more satisfied with Crossroads. When taking a group vote, three votes went to Crossroads as having the better pizza, a consensus impossible to ignore. At my first outing to Crossroads during the soft open back in March, I noted the dough was inferior. The bakers needed to raise their game. Well...they did. One assessment everyone agreed was that Betulla boasted the better toppings but Crossroads had the better bread.

Phenomenal, a must stop. Whether passing thru or vacationing this hip establishment is worth…read morefrequenting. From the creative craft brews to the delicious entrees set to satiate most pallets. The crossroads is your spot.

This is a modern wood decor 2 story sports bar in downtown Prince George BC. Very nice at a street…read morecorner location so you have great window views. Many tv's. Wrap around bar. Eclectic Multi level seating, which is kind of cool. Leather padded chairs. Food looked OK as I gazed over at the next table but nothing fancy.. Salads do come with meals if desired. Around 12 beers on tap and reasonably priced. All in all a good more upscale place to hang out and chill

Went there for lunch with hubby, the Virgin Caesar was awesome, had yam fries and calamari. .. so…read moreso good. Service was excellent and bill was reasonable. Will Def be returning again soon.

We had a strange family reunion of sorts with two cousins, the kids that grew up next door and our…read moreneighbors housekeeper, Hazel. Yes, that is her real name. Being that 7/8 of the group is Irish they settled on the Black Clover. On a Saturday night. Yikes! First, know that Erin and Michael (prolly best call him Mike) are a blast. They are a party in and of themselves. I'll dub them the best bartenders in BC (tonight anyway). Anytime there's Guinness on tap there's a distinct possibility that we close the joint. If I could've and I was single, I would've. The whole atmosphere was over-the-top-Irish-pub. The prices were reasonable and the entertainment was so good, it this side of illegal. I would stack this place up against in pub in the states. The crazy thing was while we were whooping it up in one area, there were still several tables that were very quiet and intimate. I asked a few of these folks to let us know if we were too loud and they claimed not to notice us. Nice acoustics! Everything we ate was a solid five stars. The bar was clean and cozy. At one point I remember my cousin Jackie asking Michael for job, then telling him it was some form of entrapment to offer all the varieties of beer and whisky. When Hazel grabbed a bar towel and started cleaning and busing, then fell flat, it was time to leave. So we payed the bill, overtipped, and piled into Georgie's suburban. On these missions, lucky George eats for free and all the soft drinks or iced teas are on us. He ends up carrying the irresponsible ones to their rooms! 5 stars Black Clover! 08/22

Ashley is great, she makes the place what it is. The true backbone of The Black Clover, love it!!read more

Nice comfortable restaurant and bar. The waitress was friendly and let us order from the dinner…read moremenu even though we came in minutes after that menu was to stop being served. Our food was good and the atmosphere was friendly. It was a nice place to eat at during our first outing visiting Canada from the US. I had the Baron of Beef also known as a beef dip in the US.

if you are looking for a place with a great environment and great food, bx is the place to go! i've…read morebeen there a few times over the past year and a half and i have never been disappointed with my food. the quality of their ingredients and their kitchens skill are worth it. this place has hearty hot meals! i highly recommend their clam chowder if it's the soup of the day. their service is wonderful, the servers are always so kind! its one of the local treasures of prince george for sure!

This place was awesome! Stopped in PG for the night and found this place on Yelp. It did not…read moredisappoint. They have lots of gluten free options. The food tasted fresh and was full of flavor. The hummus dip we got was a cross between hummus and artichoke dip. Very unique and tasty. It was trivia night which added some extra fun to the meal. The place has a nice hipster vibe and the staff is friendly

The sweet potato fries were delicious! I was a bit nervous ordering this here but the waitress was…read morein a good mood and she marveled a bit at my adventurous taste buds. Ever since I found out about sweet potato fries and whipped cream I can't have it without the whipped cream. The salty and sweet combination is something I crave often. The other succulent plate is the Avocado BLT sandwich and it was perfect. The gravy and french fries were cooked to perfection and it tasted like home made ones. I recommend eating here in the day time.

Hello, cooking professionally for years, I am embarrassed to even say anything remarkable about…read morethe Alpine Pub. The food was once really decent, but now it's utterly disgusting. Firstly, If you have no clue how to make a schnitzel return to cooking school. I would have fired the cook by now, however you need more help in the kitchen. Seriously, four,five waitresses and hardly anyone in the kitchen. You need another cook. If you buy prewashed lettuce, wash it. It's disgusting when you find a piece of rotten lettuce. The garlic toast with the steak is a joke and tastes disgusting. Your steak is tough as leather. Your beef for the beef dip should be fresh meat. Your fries are unbelievably ugly. Overcooked, cold gravy just not appetizing. The ballpark mom's can make better fries any day. Paying a high price for food and no effort added to the meal is pretty sad. Either get training for your staff, exactly what you serve on the menu. Your Spaztel isn't cooked properly either. It's really embarrassing taking anyone there for food.

Went for lunch. Had a fabulous bowl of hearty soup and a pint of Guinness. I would definitely try…read moreit for dinner.

We had an excellent work dinner at The Twisted Cork and an even better time afterwards. Every…read moresingle interaction we had with the staff was incredible; from the waitstaff taking orders and clearing food, management looking into gluten free options, and of course, the bartender who managed to find something perfect for everyone as we started ordered speciality cocktails. The food was great, from appetizers to mains, and our beverages were all great. We stayed well into the evening, when the music turned up, and really enjoyed the switch from mood-lighting dining to the perfect place to unwind. The salmon stuffed chicken breast was the best gluten free dish I've had in a while! My celiac colleague and I both had it and were very pleased. While there aren't a ton of GF options on the menu, what they do have, they do well.

I will say, if for anything the staff are worth the visit. Meaghan, Mike and Victoria are AMAZING…read more Because of them I made two visits to The Twisted Cork. They have a decent wine selection from BC and a menu that is sure to please any palate. The menu changes, but honestly, whatever you order is full of flavor. I ordered their grilled salmon on a bed of tagliatelle with grilled asparagus. The temperature was good, seasoning was a touch heavy BUT in no way effected my enjoyment of the dish. $38 very worth it. Over the two evenings I spent with The Twisted Cork let's just say I took a little tour of Mike's signature cocktails and I was in foodie Bliss. My favorite was his Elderflower Basil Sour. It was a mix of complex flavors that came together to make an amazing cocktail. Overall, I sampled six of his signature cocktails and learned about the how and why he developed them. His an amazing mixologist. I Highly recommend The Twisted Cork and will def return if I ever find myself in Prince George again