Restaurants in Saint John

“I had an excellent experience.”

“Had 2 Quarter Pound Angus Burgers with cheese from Harvey’s today 🍔🧀
The burgers were really tasty and fresh. The dining experience was good, and the environment was clean and comfortable. Friendly service too. Enjoyed the visit!”

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

“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!”

“You know that show “The Bear”? No? Seriously? Well, this is your cue to buy the Disney app and go watch it, loser. Because this is the kind of restaurant that they should make a tv show about.
I felt like I walked into a Carmy owned restaurant, but instead of a clean shaven Jeremy White cooking in the back, we got a grizzly Chef Alex working the front.
We showed up on a Saturday night after a hockey game (mom, dad, 13 year old kid) without a reso and Chef Alex greeted us at the door. The place was packed. He apologized; nothing open right now and then he made fun of our Halifax Mooseheads sweaters, before he apologized again. So we went down the street for a drink and booked for 8:15pm.
I’m so glad we came back. Again, chef Alex came from around the bar to greet us (made fun of our jerseys again) and showed us to our table. Sarah was our server and she was fantastic. She made the best cosmopolitan martini I’ve had in a very long time, she did say she made a killer martini, and I was foolish to doubt her.
She really took her time and explained the different drinks, pizza, and pasta dishes.
We all ended up with pizza; one basic cheese, a viper, and a NY deli, and they all came out piping hot and made to perfection.
The whole time, Chef Alex was walking around; looking at the food being prepared, checking in with guests, talking with servers. He must have put in a good 10,000 steps just during our meal. The whole place had a great vibe; very chill, great cocktails, nice lighting, unpretentious. You could show up in a cocktail dress, or jeans and a hoodie. Everyone was welcome. When we were walking out he asked us how we liked our food, he was very engaged and he thanked us for coming in.
I recently read an article about restaurants in Canada (especially in the Maritimes) that are constantly struggling. The cost of ingredients are increasing, no one can afford to eat out and everyone is trying to cut back. Restaurants are the first casualty when families are trying to save money.
But please, please, treat yourself to a night out at Beer Bread. Recognize that there are businesses out there that are trying their very best to make it work, and this is one of them that puts in 100%. You really feel like they are so happy you chose to come here and they will do whatever it takes to make this an amazing experience for you.
If we ever come back to YSJ, we will definitely return here. For another martini! And maybe pasta next time. Even though there was no Carmy.”

“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!”

“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.”

“The service ( Sylvia )was great and management was fantastic. Our drinks were bad. Bud on tap was cloudy and warm. The margarita was soapy. Management reversed the charges which was greatly appreciated. We did get a bottle of Bud that was clear and cold.”

“The restaurant was completely full and our server Samantha was amazing! she was very friendly, attentive, and made our whole experience great. We'll definitely be back!”

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

“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!”

“Amazing chowder, great service!”

“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.”

“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!”

“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!”

“We tried Rocky's Sports Bar for their Thursday steak night special and it was my first time there. I had the 10 oz steak with mashed potatoes and mushrooms, while my friend had the 10 oz steak with baked potato, onions, green peppers, and mushrooms.
The steak was really good and the price was worth it too. I finished my whole plate 😋
Since it’s a sports bar, it was a bit loud for me personally, but we were still able to enjoy the food, the atmosphere, and have a good conversation. Overall, we had a great experience and I’d definitely come back for steak night again.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“Food was fantastic it came quickly I had a beer served with my dinner a glass of water and no service after that. Which was sad. Would love to have a second beer but I felt out of place so I left. There's only three other people other than me so definitely wasn't because it was busy I just guess the woman didn't think I'd want more food or beer haha”

“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”

“Visited Grannan's Seafood Restaurant a while back and still think about how relaxing the experience was.

I went on a quiet evening with a friend, and it turned out to be one of those simple, peaceful nights you don’t forget. I had their salmon, nachos and a seafood chowder (can’t remember the exact menu names), all dishes were really good—fresh, flavorful, and comforting.

The atmosphere was calm and cozy, perfect for catching up or just unwinding.

Even months later, it stands out as a really nice dining experience. Would definitely go back.”

“Had dinner twice there as I was staying at the Hilton. First night got the Nachos, they were pretty nice, good portions and very fresh. Second night was the Fish N Chip, which was disappointing, the tartar sauce felt weak, the batter was soggy, and the fish tasteless. Nice selection of draft beer, but they are over 11$ a pint.”

“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.”

“The drive thru crew who was working December 11th at 9pm deserves a pat on the back. It’s service like this that will keep me rolling through those arches. I didn’t get a happy meal but I was pretty dang happy with the meal.”

“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”

“Java Moose i wish you were in every province. They should replace Tim Hortons with you as the national chain. I love you Java Moose and i think about you everyday .”

“Love this place best steak and chips around 🙌”

““Always satisfies my cravings.”
Whenever I’m craving classic, comforting pizza, Pizza Pizza is the one. They’ve never failed me—hits the spot every time.”

“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!”

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

“super fast great quality”

“food is always fresh, hot . Great prices”

“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.”

“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”

“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.”

“This was always the place my parents took me to on my birthday (all the way from Fredericton). I was in Saint John for a meeting and thought I should stop for lunch and WOW was I not disappointed, without a doubt the best donair pizza I have ever had, anywhere ever. It was even better than I remember. Outstanding quality and value. So looking forward to the next time I’m in the city.”

“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.”

“Good service; good coffee; good cause.”

“Friendly staff, good vibes and fantastic beer.”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“always good food good service good atmospere”

“This is the most interesting set up I have ever seen for a Korean restaurant! The price is very reasonable for the amount of food you get. The vegetable spring rolls are fried when you order it so it isn't sitting in oil all day. The combo meal we got was substantial with meat, rice and japchae.”

“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!”

“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!”

“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!👌🙌”

“had an amazing dinner for my 33rd birthday today! thank you so much to our fabulous server sarah! and the meal was so tasty and fulfilling!”

“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!”

“It's just so friendly, it's very clean , and the food is fresh and hot ! We usually get the buffet 😋 it's my go to Chinese place hands down 5 🌟”

“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!”

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

“Have been going here for 25 years and today had lunch with my family and dined in and it had taken nearly 17 minutes to get two orders of chicken nuggets which I do understand it was the lunch time rush. But I was not pleased. The manager on duty came over as we had finished eating and offered my children some frosty for the wait so yes it was abit of a wait bit it was impeccable customer service. So kudos to the manager guy with the pony tail 👏”

“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.”

“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 ]”

“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 .”

“Mama combo was on sale

Onion rings great and fresh,
Not long wait they gave me ketchup and mayo packets and didn’t charge me like most places do.”

“Like alot of users of this outlet we are all repeat customers.We go everyday and what is really cool about this location is there is no drive through.That means the staff get to know your name and order which creates a special dynamic .They become part of your everyday work life.Friends that make your day better. One employee Sukhpreet Kaur is especially good at this.Thanks to them all.”

“amazing authentic tasting tacos!”

“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.”

“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 2 Quarter Pound Angus Burgers with cheese from Harvey’s today 🍔🧀
The burgers were really tasty and fresh. The dining experience was good, and the environment was clean and comfortable. Friendly service too. Enjoyed the visit!”

“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.”

“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 !!”

“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!”

“Visited Grannan's Seafood Restaurant a while back and still think about how relaxing the experience was.

I went on a quiet evening with a friend, and it turned out to be one of those simple, peaceful nights you don’t forget. I had their salmon, nachos and a seafood chowder (can’t remember the exact menu names), all dishes were really good—fresh, flavorful, and comforting.

The atmosphere was calm and cozy, perfect for catching up or just unwinding.

Even months later, it stands out as a really nice dining experience. Would definitely go back.”

“The food here tastes so good especially the tenders. The fries are also some of the best that i have tasted in a while which makes the meals taste better overall.”

“I come here regularly and the staff are so patient and kind to my very overactive 4 year old. Especially a woman by the name of darlene. My son has built a friendship with her and has grown to love her to the point if we haven't gone there in a week or more he tells me he is sad and wants to go see her I hope McDonald's knows how valuable and lucky they are to have her there”

“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”

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

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

“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!”

“Food was fantastic it came quickly I had a beer served with my dinner a glass of water and no service after that. Which was sad. Would love to have a second beer but I felt out of place so I left. There's only three other people other than me so definitely wasn't because it was busy I just guess the woman didn't think I'd want more food or beer haha”

“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.”

“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!👌🙌”

“Happen to beat the restaurant on 31st December night after a long queue which was really worth waiting.
Amazing service and delicious Brazilian meat specially if you’re a beef lover.
Highly recommended place.😍”

“Having a place like this near by is amazing! It should have more great reviews! They sell a variety of sweet and savory treats and my family and I love them all. The service seems a tad cold at first, but don't let them fool you. They are really nice, genuine people and just want to help you out! They work really hard to put out delicious sour dough, french bread, old school donuts, cookies, muffins, croissants, and more! They also sell cheesecake from another local business from uptown. Support your local bakery before they disappear! Thank you so very much!”

“Awesome customer service and amazing selection. Always fresh and delicious!”