4 Best Restaurants in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

The sumptuous big top--styled decor at this upscale eatery lends itself perfectly to a romantic splurge meal or fun night with friends. Start with their tasty lobster dip, house-made fish cakes, or seared scallops, before moving on to a perfectly cooked steak or charcoal ribs—there are some delicious vegetarian options, too. Upstairs are three beautifully appointed guest rooms that have the same vintage vibe.

Housed in an 1880 brick building downtown, this pub clearly takes pride in its 10 handcrafted ales and craft cider, prominently displayed on the menu. Beer reappears in several dishes as well, including the signature brown-bag fish-and-chips with honey wheat ale--battered haddock, and a specific brew is recommended to accompany each dish. But even teetotalers will appreciate that the food here is always tasty, affordable, and well-presented. Tours of the brewing operation, the Prince Edward Island Brewing Company, occur at a separate location at 96 Kensington Road; they cost C$22–C$33, samples included, and are available during normal working hours.

In the 19th-century Roger's Hardware building, this restaurant has both fine dining and casual fare. A pub menu features upscale sandwiches, fish-and-chips, and more, while quality PEI-raised beef and fresh seafood dominate the dinner menu. Old wooden beams, brick columns, and a unique bar top made of black granite inlaid with bird's-eye maple make the place cozy.

This bright and fun dining room with a huge deck atop the Charlottetown Yacht Club is perfect for sipping on cocktails and enjoying a sharing plate or two as you watch the boats go by, but their mains are excellent as well—PEI standards like seafood chowder, fish-and-chips, and lobster rolls are all there, but there's also kale Caesar salad and coconut curry salmon noodle bowls.