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Reviewed August 15, 2023

This was not a good restaurant experience, not because of the food which was actually quite tasty, but because of the lackadaisical service and the management’s response to our inquiry about our food. Three tables who came after were served before or at the same...time. No conciliatory gesture was made by the female owner. These are tough times for restaurants and one would think that customer service should be a top priority. I tipped, reluctantly, for the kitchen. We were invisible to the server and not a concern of the owner. Bad all round.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed August 10, 2023

All was delicious, with some new twists to traditional dishes. Serving sizes may seem small but actually we’re just right. Gotta try the sourdough focaccia.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed August 9, 2023

Fantastic restaurant with amazing food and excellent service. Cocktails are very creative too. You won’t be disappointed. Highly recommend.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed July 23, 2023 via mobile

Fantastic food, great service, lovely atmosphere. We shared plates as a group and had a great time! Just go! You won’t be disappointed!

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed May 22, 2023

The food were very creative and one of a kind! The taste magnificent and sensational!! Each bite I said “Ohhh it’s sooo good” The staff were so pleasant and very friendly. They made me feel special!!! This restaurant is one of my favorite restaurants anywhere...❤️More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed April 16, 2023 via mobile

Fantastic meal, excellent service and a cozy atmosphere for date night. It’s been too long since we visited this gem. Everything made from scratch - from the pate sampler board to the braised lamb bao! We will be back again soon.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed February 17, 2023 via mobile

Went to Chinched for VDay last night and boy oh boy was it one to remember!! As always, the staff was warm, welcoming and took the time to talk us through each dish. We don’t usually share our meals when we go out (more accurately,...my partner doesn’t share his food haha) but with all the great choices on there new menu, we both wanted to have a little taste of everything. We shared 2 starters, and 4 mains between us and I honestly couldn’t pick one fave dish from the next. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Shout out to Chef Emily and the entire kitchen staff for making our first VDay together so special!! Can not wait to get back down to pop a squat at the bar and try the Happy Hour Menu!More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed August 8, 2022

This is the quaintest restaurant I've seen and the food was spot on! We enjoyed deep fried pigs ears (yes you read that right), a charcuterie board, oysters and potato crusted cod - all of it was simply amazing!! We had a lovely glass of...white wine to go with is, our most favourite dinner in St. John's, be sure to try it!More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed July 25, 2022

Food was excellent and unique. Our waitress was helpful and charming. The patio was lovely with lots of flowers to add atmosphere to dinner. Highly recommend. Reservations needed, but call later in the afternoon.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed July 20, 2022 via mobile

Found the gem of restaurant in St John’s, fabulous food and service. Menu is different which I like and very inventive. See photos of menu and a couple of the dishes. We eat the Mexican carrots, the lamb and the cod wrapped in strings of...potato. I could have eaten everything on menuMore

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed June 21, 2022

When we go to Chinched we know we are in for an experience. The food is always delicious, the bartender Danny makes the best drinks in town and the waiter staff are always so friendly and welcoming.

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed June 18, 2022 via mobile

Inventive menu, friendly staff, excellent service. This place is such a winner. The food is always perfectly considered and prepared - you can literally feel the care that goes into the menu and each dish. The staff and owners are so invested, and so grateful...to their customers. Its local, familiar, interesting, adventurous, comforting, all in one! Always leave feeling happier than when I came!More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed April 17, 2022

This is one of my favourite places to eat in St. John's, food never fails, service is always impeccable. Highly recommend.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed October 4, 2021

Out with friends and shared an eclectic variety of apps and mains. Very shareable menu. The cocktails were inventive and worth the price. Good variety of wines and local beer. Everyone told us to try the pigs ears which was interesting …. But a once...only thing. All the meats on the charcuterie plate were cured there. Service was good and quick, which was great for a sharing meal.More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed January 1, 2021 via mobile

The meal was delicious and the service excellent! It was my first visit to this restaurant and I will be back!

Date of visit: December 2020
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There are very few seats downstairs and the space is very tight. The rest of the tables are upstairs and I didn't see an elevator.
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Chinched is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4