Pickford & Black

Pickford & Black

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Hours
Sun
10:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Mon
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Tue
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Wed
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Thu
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Fri
11:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Sat
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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About
Fresh seafood, craft beer, and water views.
PRICE RANGE
$10.00 – $70.00
CUISINES
Bar, Seafood, Canadian
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service
3.5
3.5 of 5 bubbles118 reviews
Excellent
32
Very good
36
Average
17
Poor
17
Terrible
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Juchibou
Quebec City202 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • friends
The view is superb and the restaurant is cute. Tourist place but good service because there were not many customers. The fresh oysters were excellent. Several dishes are in the breadcrumbs and it is not my first choice when I go to a restaurant. I prefer fresh products and served natural. Good choice of beer and cocktails.
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Written August 22, 2024
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mulan12
Edmonton112 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 • none
We arrived early evening and wanted a lobster dinner! Unfortunately most restaurants close to the hotel were fully booked and we finally found this restaurant as per recommended from the hotel which had space. It is a spacious restaurant, very informal and relaxed atmosphere. The server was excellent. We ordered the lobster dinner with the seafood chowder and Caesar salad. The meal was very good - the only thing was the price point which we found expensive, Without any drinks, the meal cost $185 with 15% tip and 15% tax. So kind of expensive for 2 ppl - but after saying that, the lobster was very good.
Written June 22, 2022
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MMGM79
Hi there, Thank you so much for sharing your experience, we are so happy you enjoyed the dining atmosphere and the meal- the lobster dinner is always a great choice! We hope to see you again. Thanks, Pickford & Black Guest Services
Written June 30, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Lincolnintheuk
Lincoln239 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022 • none
Four of us came here without a reservation for lunch on Thursday. It’s a great location, right on the harbour front. On the day we were there they were struggling for staff but they managed to accommodate us. We chose a table outside as it was a nice day. The server was cheerful and helpful and explained that there would be a bit of a delay with food. We ere happy enough with that as it is a great location. As it turned out the food arrived earlier than anticipated. We had had a few wasps about when the drinks arrived but once the food was there the wasps were very oppressive and so we moved inside. This was done very quickly and happily by the staff and the wasps are really the only criticism I would have. The seafood chowder is definitely worth a go. For the four of us with drinks was $132. Considering the location, this is pretty good value.
Written October 10, 2022
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MMGM79
Hi there, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the location, service, and the seafood chowder! We hope to welcome you again soon :) Thanks again, Pickford and Black Guest Services
Written October 11, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Dawn C
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • family
We attended P & B on Canada day. We did not have a good experience. Terrible in fact. Yes it was Canada day, yes we were prepared for a wait BUT We waited for two and a half hours for our meal! Other than drinks, we received no offer of a small appetizer or bread or anything in the interim wait for food. With two starving teens, we asked for bread or anything they could bring by while we wait and they finally brought chips. We were told by the server that the kitchen is very small and understaffed, yet the host/hostesses continued to fill every table in the restaurant and on the patio. There were other tables who had arrived in and around the time we did who waited as long as us. Like us, they were probably reluctant to leave as we thought our food would come “shortly”. Most unacceptable experience I’ve ever had at what I thought was a pretty nice restaurant. Yes it was a busy night but the wait was beyond excessive. We were offered NO discount or complimentary drinks despite the experience. Where was the MANAGER!? Whoever was managing this restaurant between 6-830 should be ashamed and educated on customer service. I am well aware that there are lots of staff shortages and the customer service industry is hurting right now but a little honesty up front about a 2+ hour wait time for wings and burgers (one of which was completely burnt) is something that should have been communicated right away so that we could have made the decision to leave. The wait staff said we could wait up to an hour for food but 2 was beyond excessive. Shame on Pickford and Black for bringing in more customers than they could handle out of greed.
Written July 5, 2022
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MMGM79
H there, We are very sorry about this disappointing experience. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention, we always appreciate feedback that will help us improve in the future. We'd love to hear more from you, you can contact us at gm@pickfordblack.com. Thanks again, Pickford & Black Guest Services
Written July 13, 2022
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Morgan B
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • family
My parents were in town visiting and we always come to Pickford and Black when they visit as it’s one of our favourite spots. We were extremely disappointed by our dinner this time. Our server, Megan, provided terrible service. We never received our appetizer. We were not checked on again until we finished our meals. When we informed her we never got our appetizer so that it wouldn’t be included on our bill we were met with attitude instead of understanding. We were hoping for another drink and she dropped our bill off at our table instead. The food and drinks were excellent as always. Service was unfortunately just not up to the usual standard.
Written July 29, 2023
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Kiel Vessey
Hi there, We are very sorry about your disappointing experience - our goal is to provide excellent experiences to every guest and we apologize that we failed to do so in this situation. If you'd like to speak to our manager, you can reach us at gm@pickfordblack.com. We would love to make it up to you! We hope you'll visit us again so we can provide a 100% positive experience. Thank you for sharing your review, Pickford and Black Guest Services
Written August 14, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Augustus R
11 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • none
This is a lovely spot on the water, and the food is good. But ... the wait for food is way too long. My daughter has been there a few times since the late spring and she says it has been like that every time she's been there. We waited almost an hour to have our food delivered. The wait staff seemed busy but that could not be the problem. It must be the kitchen---not enough cooks? Bad organization in the line? Whatever it is, having to wait that long just ruins what would otherwise have been a lovely lunch. By the time the food arrived we were all cranky and irritable.
Written July 24, 2022
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MMGM79
Hi there, We're happy to hear you enjoyed the food but we sincerely apologize for the disappointing experience. We'd love to hear more about your experience so we can make sure this doesn't happen again, you can reach us at gm@pickfordblack.com Thank you for your feedback, Pickford & Black Guest Services
Written July 25, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

aida r
Barcelona39 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022 • couples
I went at 17pm to make a reservation for one person for dinner, for the night, they told me they not make reservartions, but If I come at 20h they will acommodate me with out problems. I came at 20h and they told me to wait 15min so i went to take a short walk, i came again at 20:15h and they finally told me that if they acommodate me and i want to it the food will take 1h 30min!!!! Is this a joke? Of course i will have food i am going to eat. So dissapointing... it can be busy and it is normal to wait but the arrangement is awful.
Written September 4, 2022
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MMGM79
Hi there, We are very sorry about your disappointing experience - our goal is to provide excellent experiences to every guest and we apologize that we failed to do so in this situation. If you'd like to speak to our manager, you can reach us at gm@pickfordblack.com. We would love to make it up to you! We hope you'll visit us again so we can provide a 100% positive experience. Thank you for sharing your review, Pickford and Black Guest Services
Written September 6, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Barb W
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • family
I usually don't write reviews but my family and I came in a couple of days ago and it was the best part of our trip! Although there was a slight food wait...the atmosphere, food and our waitress made it all worth it. The food was great portion size for the price and there was many options for my family. Our server was one of the best we have ever had. I believe her name was Estelle? She gave us great recommendations on drinks and food and had incredible patience with my picky husband. She suggested we try some oysters for the first time while we waited and they did not disappoint! It looked like she was serving over 10 tables but she still made us feel like we were her priority and was even helping out some of the other servers who looked new to the job. Despite the food wait, she made sure we were enjoying ourselves while we waited. Would 100% recommend to family and friends. We look forward to visiting again soon!
Written July 8, 2023
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Kiglar
12 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 • none
Took 70 mins from the time we were seated to the time we were served our meal. Saw many people leave before their meals came due to the extremely slow service. My husband and I were patient thinking the food would make up for the wait, but were very disappointed in both of our meals. The lobster roll was tasteless and so was the catch of the day burger. No flavour what so ever. Could only taste the batter on the fish. Would never go back the this restaurant again. Not cheap either for such bland food.
Written June 26, 2022
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MMGM79
Hi there. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience and feedback. We always appreciate hearing from our guests to help us improve and we will be sure to pass along your message to the rest of our team. We would love the opportunity to make a much better impression! If you're still in town, please reach out. You can contact us at gm@pickfordblack.com. Thanks again, Pickford & Black Guest Services
Written June 30, 2022
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Rodders999
Oro-Medonte39 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • couples
Booked a table at 8.15pm and our meal arrived at 9.25pm and only at 65 mins did we get an apology for the tardiness. Food was good but not plentiful. A very personal taste, but the beer selection was poor. Good location and atmosphere.
Written July 29, 2021
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xcapers2
Kentville66 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • couples
I do not recommend this restaurant. The start: We waited with our name on a list , right at the bottom , told about 30 mins., wenever received a call. I went back to check about 45 minutes later, they had a new paper started and out names were nowhere to be found. Our meal: Brewsky burger / fancy fries Brewsky burger / fancy fries Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich(Nashville)/ fancy fries Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich (Nashville)/ fries The burgers were great The fries ( simplest thing in the world) were terrible. All our fries were very hard and cold. The fancy fries had lots of cheese but not a piece was even close to melting. The only thing that was outstanding was the harbour view. I do not recommend this Place.
Written July 17, 2021
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liseausman
Ottawa57 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • family
Seafood fettuccini was excellent!!! Just not enough pasta (especially for price). Beautiful patio waterfront view (ferry traffic a bit noisy). Loaded potato chips dish (with Cajun chicken) as a starter was divine. Expresso cheesecake very good.
Written August 17, 2023
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Joansie
Miramichi18 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021 • none
Service top notch, our server was Claire, she will take care of you. She is very good at what she does. Meal well I will start with the beginning. Mussels, were just ok, Baked Oysters ( I have nothing to compare it to ( We never had Oysters before) but they were good, very good in fact. Hubby had the fried chicken sandwich, was nothing special, it was actually a little overdone. I had the fish tacos, a small piece of battered fish with a whole lotta of coleslaw. Would advise not to order. Now comes the bad part. There was a beer can rolling around the floor that no one picked up, when we left it was still there. Hubby goes to the wash room, No paper towel, and no air dryer. I go to the washroom, paper towel all over the floor, no paper towel, no air dryer. I guess no one checks the bathrooms. In this time of COVID, I would think you would be a little more diligent on keeping the bathrooms a little cleaner. Not Good.
Written September 16, 2021
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Jasoncdick
Dartmouth43 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2021 • none
We were looking to try somewhere new on the waterfront. We made a reservation for lunch and were given a great seat near the window. After ordering a salad and burger we proceeded to wait almost an hour for our food. In this time we discovered that the insulation on the wall near us was non existent and therefore by the time our food came our legs and feet were frozen. The food was even more disappointing. The salad advertised a citrus dressing but all you could taste was oil. The burger advertised two sauces but somehow was incredibly dry. It’s to bad because it’s a great location but with so many options on the waterfront this was definitely the worst experience we’ve had.
Written March 14, 2021
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Peter H
Bryn Mawr21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 • none
My wife and I had a very fun Saturday afternooon lunch here - oysters, clam chowder and a lobster roll washed down with some good beer and dry white wine. We sat inside because it was a little chilly/shady outside. We were lucky enough to have Apryll Aileen on the restaurant's small stage sing some wonderful tunes. All in all, a splendid afternoon!
Written October 24, 2022
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MMGM79
Hi there, Thank you so much for spending you Saturday afternoon with us! We are thrilled to hear you and your wife enjoyed the food, drinks, and the live tunes! We will be sure to pass along your comments to the rest of the team. Thanks again, Pickford & Black Guest Services
Written October 27, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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