Restaurants in Saint John

“I had an excellent experience.”

“Had a great meal at Harvey's! Everything was fresh and flavorful, and you can really tell they take care in preparing the food. The staff were polite, the service was fast, and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I'll definitely be stopping by again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a tasty burger and great service!”

“The best Chinese restaurant in New Brunswick 😋. Delicious Dim Sum! Highly recommended 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

“We received excellent service from Harth. He was very quick, friendly, humorous, and the perfect amount of attentiveness. We had a few kids at different tables with friends - he handled this with ease - and even remembered their names!!”

“my server Nic was very fast, good at taking on multiple tasks at the same time and still gave us plenty of attention!! ate and left no crumbs🤏🏼”

“We celebrated my mom and husband’s birthdays at Italian by Night on Tuesday, August 19th, and it was such a perfect night! The team was super accommodating, and Liz, our server so kind, patient, fun and friendly. She really went above and beyond to make the whole experience extra special. The food (as always) was absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere makes you feel like you’ve been whisked straight to Italy. It’s often our first pick when we’re celebrating anything special...or when we’re just craving some amazing pasta. This is hands down the best spot in the Saint John and we recommend it all the time. Thank you for creating such a beautiful spot and adding such charm to our city. We look forward to supporting your business for many more visits to come! Grazie!”

“First thing you notice is the atmosphere, a great viibe in a stunning building. Then the aroma of amazing food sets your tummy rumbling. We had the prawn and scallop appetizers… would do again! Then the pizza… oh my… delicious, so delicious you go for more even when your tummy says “no!” Great drink selection and great service. Our server showed pride of her role here… a 10/10 experience. Could not recommend more highly. Signed BC pizza lovers.”

“Great Vietnamese food and coffee, along with very inviting ambiance and friendly staff! The Vietnamese iced coffee is strongly recommended! I'll definitely be back when I visit Saint John.”

“O'Leary’s Pub is such a great place to dance and enjoy live music. The atmosphere was amazing and the energy all night was unreal. I loved that there were two different styles of music happening at the same time: one area with a live band and another with two guys singing. It gave everyone something to enjoy. Definitely the place to be for a fun night out!”

“Absolutely amazing experience every time. The food is made with creativity and love, and the staff makes you feel like you’ve been invited in to their family. Make a reservation so you aren’t disappointed. And don’t forget to try their Saturday Bakery for some incredible freshly baked goods!”

“O.M.G. too many goods things to list. My taste buds and belly are so happy!! oh and get the cheesecake!! ♡♡♡”

“Ordered for the first time here. Ordered through Doordash. THE FOOD TASTED FANTASTIC 10/10. But the portion is just not giving 20 dollars. Anyway, I SUGGEST THAT THEY INCREASE the Portion of THEIR FOOD. So the pricing for the Combos are 20 dollars (plus taxes) but the portion is not worth 20 dollars I say… Badly want to order again but 20 dollars for 1 combo and small portion was just not worth the price.”

“If anyone has not gone axe throwing I definitely recommend it. Great staff and lots of fun throwing axes.”

“We recently rented out Port City Royal for a small wedding reception. The atmosphere was beautiful, food was amazing, and staff were exceptional. Tom was a breeze to deal with through the entire planning process. Would highly recommend.”

“Amazing chowder, great service!”

“The fish and chips were the best we have had, the atmosphere is awesome and the service was excellent. Our waitress Taylor was awesome. Thank you Ben and staff for the wonderful meal, we will be back soon. 🙂”

“Amazing experience! Fantastic service! And delicious food!! Honestly Saint John’s best kept restaurant secret. I wish I had know about it sooner!!!”

“Have ordered many times through Splash KV and sometimes have DoorDash delivery. Tonight we chose to go pick up and waited until our pickup time which was a bit longer than we hoped but their food is amazing and we were okay to wait until pickup time on our online order. Sent my fiancee to pickup and apparently our order was nowhere to be found… maybe a glitch in the system as I showed him the confirmed time for pickup and order…however, they rushed the order and had our items ready in 10 minutes flat! Plus when he came home I noticed they put an order of yummy spring rolls in as a complimentary item. The taste of every single dish ordered was absolutely scrumptious (the new mushroom & basil dish was sooooo delicious! Thank you Splash! I wanted to make sure to give credit where it is due. Excellent service, delicious tasting food and great quality! Thank you so much for making things better for us tonight!”

“My husband and I are regulars because we know we are always going to get consistently good food for a for a reasonable price and phenomenal service. Our favourite server is Jenn. She is exceptional and remembers our orders.”

“Called for takeout this afternoon, ordered Greek lemon chicken (my favorite) and 2 containers of chicken noodle soup. Everything was perfect, so tasty and well packaged. I love the Med!”

“absolutely wonderful servers and atmosphere. highly recommend if you are looking for somewhere to catch the game & see every moment no matter which way you turn your neck. the bartender also works harder than i've ever seen any other bartender do, massive props to her!!”

“My family & I had a great experience at this location. This establishment is very kid friendly. Our server Maddy was fantastic and checked in with us frequently to ensure everything was taken care of. The food quality was great. We will definitely be back.”

“amazing food so glad to see the water St location open again.. absolutely great staff ... love the face lift 😍 so happy to have my favorite shawarma place back... Go check it out u won't be disappointed”

“I had a steak that was killer and my wife had the burger and said it was the best burger shes ever had. Great drinks, its a bit small, but don’t judge a book by its cover, great service”

“I had an amazing experience at Lemongrass! The service was outstanding, and our server Zev went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. The food was absolutely incredible – I had the tacos, and they were bursting with flavor. The atmosphere was beautiful, making the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. Overall, it's a 10/10 for me! I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a lovely ambiance.”

“We went for lunch today at Susanna for the first time. The service, portion, atmosphere were even better with the new shiny location. The taste if it's possible was even better than usual. Congratulations on your new adventure and based on today's visit you have a winner. We will be back soon and will bring friends.”

“good food and drinks.. brilliant service from Caleb last night for a large group.. he seemed to be the only staff member working and didnt stop serving his tables. great service polite and helpful. hopefully he gets recognition for his hard work !!”

“I'd like to commend Jess (Jan. 26/26) for her amazing, friendly and professional service. She brightened our day for sure. Thank you Jess! Chris and Sally Reibling”

“Had a wonderful breakfast here today! The food was cooked perfectly and staff were great ! Also, best view in the city”

“Very tasty food and perfect service. An attentive and friendly waitress Justine made our evening especially enjoyable and pleasant.
Recommend this restaurant for everyone!”

“Fast curteous service. Service with a smile. Delicious cinnamon rolls”

“ordered a tea with my food solely to get the hockey cards which on the screen was charged the 1.99 for pulled away and no hockey cards in the bag...”

“Manager she was nice & quick very friendly & patient with me.
They have good deals at this location! Very clean location. As they have a playground there. So it’s nice to see they take care and keep it spotless.

Drive thru no wait time at all.”

“Jane on the front cash today was outstanding. What an incredible employee to have. Such a proud and efficient worker, I was not surprised to see that she has won employee of the month in the past. Give that lady employee of the year next. Terrific job Jane!”

“All stuff were very friendly.
I placed the order for friendly thru,but the very last minute kids decided to eat in,so the transfer didn't cause us any issues.
It was clean and busy just how any MD is expected to be”

“Great service , great food , great atmosphere makes for a great dining experience”

“amazing breakfast and amazing people thank you for being so welcoming”

“Best breakfast in town and the girls there are the best waitresses ive ever had. Food is amazing and service is amazing! 10/10”

“Whether you visit the iconic downtown location or stop by the shopping center spot at McAllister Place Mall, Java Moose in Saint John is an absolute staple for local coffee and tea lovers. Both spots boast a wonderfully cool, relaxed, and welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to unwind, catch up with friends, or enjoy a quiet break. While they are well-known for their fresh roasting, their matcha is an absolute standout—smooth, rich, and delightfully yummy.”

“Love this place best steak and chips around 🙌”

“Always fresh and delicious. Just had the Hot & Sour Soup....new favorite!”

“Delicious food that is excellent quality for the price. Staff are friendly and I've always had great customer service. On my last visit I had the baby in the stroller and he told me to go sit and that they would bring our food to us. Overall a real gem.”

“had the best Holiday breakfast with friends yesterday. The hall looked beautiful and the buffet was incredible. Staff did a great job even though it was busy. A great buffet for an amazing price.”

“food is always fresh, hot . Great prices”

“Very good service from Moses last night. our first time at Thandi but it certainly won't be the last. great atmosphere and amazing curries! we will be back”

“At work today, there was a 1 hour presentation with coffee break provided. The presenter selected Stone Soup to cater. There was an excellent selection of muffins , pastries and cookies and an exceptional brewed coffee. 100% would recommend reaching out to Stone Soup for the next event.”

“David and Mary Mae are wonderful people that care about your experience. The food is wonderful, best chicken parm I’ve had. Next time I’m in Saint John, I’m coming here.”

“Absolutely amazing staff. I have an autistic son and they go above and beyond to get him to enjoy the food. The food is absolutely amazing. Price is on point. 10 out of 10 and I'm a very picky person. I have not yet been dissatisfied with anything that they've recommended or that I've tried on their menu. The place is so small and cute and so clean”

“I had an amazing experience at Lemongrass! The service was outstanding, and our server Zev went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. The food was absolutely incredible – I had the tacos, and they were bursting with flavor. The atmosphere was beautiful, making the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. Overall, it's a 10/10 for me! I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a lovely ambiance.”

“super fast great quality”

“Good service; good coffee; good cause.”

“Friendly staff, good vibes and fantastic beer.”

“Excellent service and delicious food , even for the non adventurous types. Best iced coffee in the city imo.”

“Our family ate lunch here today. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious!! The staff were very friendly and the restaurant was spotless. 10/10! We will be back!”

“One of my absolute favorite comfort spot! The Lunch C special is my ultimate comfort food. The couple who runs the place is so patient and accommodating, which makes every visit even better.”

“always good food good service good atmospere”

“Dinner was delicious, beer hit the spot and then dessert….it to was fantastic. Loved the easy atmosphere and our little waitress. Will definitely come again when back this way.”

“I love coming here! The staff are great, as well as the beer and food. I’ve loved everything I’ve ever tried here.”

“Sarah made our wedding cake in October 2025 and we couldn't be happier to have booked her! She provided a personable consultation and taste-testing, made a cake that perfectly matched our vision for our big day, and even prepared a few gluten free cupcakes so all our guests could enjoy a treat. There was hardly any left at the end of the night! A sweet experience all around!”

“We are not from the Saint John area and we stumbled apon this new whiskey bar. We told our host at the door that it was our first time in and she graciously took us on a tour of the whole place. This place has an old town classy vibe with a beautiful outdoor patio. Unfortunately we were to late in the evening to order from thier delicious looking menu but the cocktails made up for that as they were delicious. The hostess was very helpful with the drink menu and recommendations. Hopscotch will definitely be our place to go when in Saint John. We can't wait to come back and try the food menu!”

“Thank you, Joyful k. Cuisine for always having fresh, healthy and authentic food for St. John and greater area to eat. I eat here at least three times a month, usually I grab takeout and order their Japache noodles as well as their fried dumplings. I usually call ahead directly to the airport gas station and place my order over the phone. Orders take 10 to 20 minutes depending on what you are getting. It is a hidden gem this little restaurant and I hope that they eventually have a area that is more accessible to people that live within the city and not close out by the airport. I will continue to eat here, thank you for the great food!!! ❤😋⛽”

“Excellent selection .excellent service”

“After 2 months of being out of the country, Zesty Lemon was the first place I wanted to visit when I returned home! The Chicken Bacon Sandwich did not disappoint!”

“Love the David Matthew’s cocktail!”

“A group of us gals were there today and I enjoyed every bite of my steak meal.It was done perfectly..cleaned my plate.Shout out to the chef!👌🙌”

“Such a fun atmosphere and layout. The staff are great, and so are the other customers. A great place to hang out after the work day.”

“Friendly service great food.”

“Everything is delicious and fresh! love it. I usually go for sandwiches because they are good and filling! Today I tried the dill pickle pasta...WOW! AMAZING!”

“The pancakes that Sunset Grill made for us at Seawood early childcare center were absolutely delicious! Thanks so much! 🥞”

“Ordered a pepperoni pizza tonight for 5:30, was ready to go right on time and the 2 boys working were very kind. One of them even brought the pizza out to my boyfriend & I in the rain, a nice unexpected surprise!”

“They have a wide variety of flavors. Highly recommended for ice-cream lovers”

“Food is great have had and odd time when it was cold 🥶 but generally good. Staff is friendly and very professional. The dining room was clean and nicely decorated.”

“I had a great experience at Pizza Salvatore! The service is excellent, the staff are very friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The pizzeria is always clean and well-organized, and the food is fresh, tasty, and served quickly. The atmosphere is comfortable and family-friendly, which makes it a great place to eat in or take out. Definitely one of the best pizza spots in town—I highly recommend it!”

“Great service from the two servers at Java Moose. Tried the Brazilian Sunrise; an espresso mixed with orange juice. A surprisingly delicious and refreshing drink.”

“Known for its energy, Uptown Saint John is a creative hotspot. For musicians, for painters, for glassworkers, for culinary artists, to the busy workers keeping the city flowing. It's all art and expression if we love what we do. Many people make magic happen in Saint John, but Uptown brings forth both the inner beauties and dark sides of this wonderful city. We face it all, and then come to The R-Bar at night to relax and let loose. A moment to practice being who we truly are, to express our love and passion, with like minded, high energy people. The drinks are cold and neat, the lights are colorful and bright, while the music guides our flow through the night! And if you're lucky enough to have a few minutes to stop in during the day, you will not miss the creative energy. People from all walks of life find their way here to laugh, eat a bite from a local restaurant, or enjoy discussions about City Market Artists/Vendors over a table looking out onto two of Saint John's most bustling streets. All that said, it's simple to break down in one sentence. "I love OuR-Bar and all the people who walk through the doors!" ~ [ @Hapheseus ]”

“Best A&W location in town!!
I went at 7:55pm the other night as everywhere else wasn’t selling food nor coffee anymore.
They gladly took my order and were happy to brew fresh pot of coffee was only 3 minutes wait.
Also selling cute keychains! I got one for my granddaughter.”

“I had really good experience at this place 39 king street tims with baljit kaur. She is very friendly in nature and takes order very nicely and make a excellent food.”

“Nice clean friendly atmosphere was a lot of cleaning done in store that day which was very nice to see. The fireplace and stone wall make it very cozy and inviting this is where my gf and I meet up all the time for some downtime to sit relax and chat which I look forward to very much .”

“It could get very busy in the summer so prepare for longer waiting times. However, on days like this, I just walked in, placed an order, & I was out of there in under 5 minutes. Service was quick & the employee was polite. I usually eat in my car but it would be nice to have multiple benches outside for us during the summer. The logistics might not work since it’s a small space but I had to put it out there.”

“there food is very good and affordable the staff is very pleasant I've been there many times and has never been disappointed keep up the great work”

“The service and the food were perfect, and the restaurant was extremely clean.”

“i got this yesterday and it was life changing. i couldnt stop munching on the sloppy meat”

“Love the Food very clean and Wonton soup is delicious”

“My husband and I are regulars because we know we are always going to get consistently good food for a for a reasonable price and phenomenal service. Our favourite server is Jenn. She is exceptional and remembers our orders.”

“We were invited to VAVALDI'S last evening following a heart procedure I had a few weeks ago; that aside the evening was amazing. We were greeted by engaging stafff and from the plentiful and tasteful appetizers , the vintage wine and the entrees everything was amazing!!! Our entire group felt very relaxed in a warm and cozy atmosphere where we could enjoy each course we ordered including coffees and desserts..Truly in our province ...a class all by itself. The evening was filled with charm , excitement and tasteful/plentiful food..BRAVO!!!”

“Dinner was delicious, beer hit the spot and then dessert….it to was fantastic. Loved the easy atmosphere and our little waitress. Will definitely come again when back this way.”

“Called for takeout this afternoon, ordered Greek lemon chicken (my favorite) and 2 containers of chicken noodle soup. Everything was perfect, so tasty and well packaged. I love the Med!”

“Happy to say my friend and I went to Tipsy Tomatoe after a manicure right across the parking lot and was greeted by a friendly , polite and helpful waitress. We ordered the hamburger and fries and I must say the hamburger was the best burger I have had in years. The fries could have been a little crisper and less grease but they were tasty. Service and food was great and drinks were happy hour prices . Will definitely be back.”

“always good food good service good atmospere”

“I'd like to commend Jess (Jan. 26/26) for her amazing, friendly and professional service. She brightened our day for sure. Thank you Jess! Chris and Sally Reibling”

“I actually work at lumberjacks at 10 main street west inside the Irving ...I love their subs and all the baked goods ...thank you for having a great place to work and eat”

“Had a great meal at Harvey's! Everything was fresh and flavorful, and you can really tell they take care in preparing the food. The staff were polite, the service was fast, and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I'll definitely be stopping by again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a tasty burger and great service!”

“Our family ate lunch here today. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious!! The staff were very friendly and the restaurant was spotless. 10/10! We will be back!”

“good food and drinks.. brilliant service from Caleb last night for a large group.. he seemed to be the only staff member working and didnt stop serving his tables. great service polite and helpful. hopefully he gets recognition for his hard work !!”

“Had a great experience yesterday. Gio was lovely & made ordering so much easier. She’s a keeper! The food was good too (Chicken Sliders). I highly recommend this SJ location 👍”

“amazing food so glad to see the water St location open again.. absolutely great staff ... love the face lift 😍 so happy to have my favorite shawarma place back... Go check it out u won't be disappointed”

“Very tasty food and perfect service. An attentive and friendly waitress Justine made our evening especially enjoyable and pleasant.
Recommend this restaurant for everyone!”

“My card group was having their Christmas party tonight and we ordered two large pizza and garlic fingers it was very good and very hot. . The service was great 👍
Thank you so much, we all appreciate it
Merry Christmas 🎅 and stay safe
The card group”

“All stuff were very friendly.
I placed the order for friendly thru,but the very last minute kids decided to eat in,so the transfer didn't cause us any issues.
It was clean and busy just how any MD is expected to be”

“Had a wonderful breakfast here today! The food was cooked perfectly and staff were great ! Also, best view in the city”

“Best breakfast in town and the girls there are the best waitresses ive ever had. Food is amazing and service is amazing! 10/10”

“My family and I ate there this weekend while docked during a cruise. Great and easy location, amazing food. I got the lobster roll and it’s a 10/10. super friendly staff too, one of the waiter let me touch a live lobster. Would go again if we come back!”

“Just had my surprise birthday party catered by this location and it was absolutely fantastic! Everything was fresh and absolutely delicious! We had more than enough and I highly recommend getting them to cater your events!”

“Good service; good coffee; good cause.”

“I had a great experience at Pizza Salvatore! The service is excellent, the staff are very friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The pizzeria is always clean and well-organized, and the food is fresh, tasty, and served quickly. The atmosphere is comfortable and family-friendly, which makes it a great place to eat in or take out. Definitely one of the best pizza spots in town—I highly recommend it!”

“Manager she was nice & quick very friendly & patient with me.
They have good deals at this location! Very clean location. As they have a playground there. So it’s nice to see they take care and keep it spotless.

Drive thru no wait time at all.”

“We had a great experience at St. Louis Bar & Grill, and a big part of that was our server, Kaya. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, responsive, and impressively fast throughout our visit. She made sure everything was taken care of and really made us feel welcome.

The food was very good. We had the chicken wings and pizza, and both were tasty and well prepared. While the food was good rather than exceptional, the excellent service made the overall experience a 5-star visit.

A special thank you to Kaya for making our evening so enjoyable!”

“The best lemon cake I have ever had, by far!🍰🍋 Occasionally come for visits to St John from PEI & this bakery is always a MUST stop and something I look forward to every time!
11/10 would recommend💖”