Reviews for Rumrunner Pub & Restaurant in Sidney, BC
This is the type of place I love to find anytime I'm near the ocean wherever I go. Guaranteed, you're always going to pay a... little extra for the cute view, but it is worth it. In this case, I'd say... mostly. We were in a bit of a rush to catch aplane, which the server knew, and maybe it's an island time thing, but things were a little slow and another server dropped offthe wrong meal. We also prepaid and tipped well. By the time time our server came around we were half done and had to head out.The server was, "we can't use the meal you ordered and didn't give you... so, would you like to box it up?" I guess I washoping for something more like, "we really hope to see you back here given you travel here so much. Next time, a couple appiesare on us." Aside from that, my meal was delicious (what I was able to gobble down given that it took a little longer to get toeven order). In short, great view, cool place, and our server was pretty flat and uninterested but our food was good. Read more
Went to Sidney with parents and the husband. We wanted to get some refreshments and ended up at the Rumrunner Pub and... Restaurant. It was about 3:30pm, so maybe not the busiest time, but their patio was mostly occupied. Things to note: Handsanitation upon entry Ocean view is gorgeous Friendly service Food was good No dog allowed on premises Close to a parking lot Iwas happy to sanitize my hands upon being greeted and before being seated (who knows what I've accidentally touched). With thesunny day, we were automatically led to the patio. We didn't bring the dog today (we asked Sadie and she just didn't lookenthusiastic about going out), so the no dog rule was no problem. Water was delivered just as we sat, as well as the menus. Wejust got some food to share, which was: Chicken tenders and fries Crab and Artichoke dip Calamari Drink(not pictured): Mangocream soda Chicken tenders were what I wanted and expected, fries crispy. Crab and Artichoke dip was good, came with bread andsome nacho chips for dipping. Only thing I couldn't like was the chips ended up a little extra salty. The calamari was good,soft, tender, I liked the flavour. Just note the sauce for ours was the base where the calamari rested on, which might not bepreferred by some. Finally, the cream soda was good (ok, I don't recall my last cream soda so don't take my word for it),however I wasn't detecting much mango flavour. Overall food was alright- nothing that beckoned me to return for that itemagain, but it could be our menu choices. Food coming out to diners looked really good as well, so maybe it was just ourdecisions. Service was lovely, water was refilled when they had the chance without us even asking. The view is gorgeous,ambience is comfortable, I felt relaxed. Good experience overall. Read more
We were told there?d be a 35 min wait for a table at the pub next door and lucky for us we kept walking and found the RumRunner.... We hadn?t been asked for proof of vaccination for a while. Although everyone?s done with Covid, Covid is still not done with usso we felt this was a safe place to enjoy a beer and calamari before heading for the ferry. Service was friendly and our foodarrived in good time to make our sailing. Great view of the marina and beyond from the glassed in dining area. Read more
After a day at the boat show we needed dinner and we realized we hadn?t been here in years! My hubby had the Thai curry which he... said was very good. The seasonings were perfect and portion was great too. I had the fish and chips and was super impressed. Thebatter was light and crispy and the fish cooked and moist. Our server was very good and we appreciated being in a venue wherevaccine passports are still being checked. We?ve moved our boat out to Sidney and so we?re looking forward to coming backagain! Read more
Popped in to this pub on a whim while visiting Sidney, and we were not disappointed. Great service from both the owner and... server. Very friendly and we were pleased to see that they are still asking for proof of vaccination. I realize many people are?so over this? but for some of us, it still provides a sense of comfort. The food was great, awesome crab and prawn cakes. Myhusband had the Montreal smoked meat sandwich and onion soup and he thoroughly enjoyed both. All of this was topped off with alovely blueberry tea to sip while enjoying the fantastic view. Great place!! Read more
Great experience. Tasty food. Friendly service. Fantastic views. Recommended. Thanks Bill
Had reservations that weren't honored at Surley Mermaid so we decidedly to eat here. This turned out to be a great stroke of... luck for my wife and I. The food is way better here.The whole experience is a step up. For starters the view is amazing. Thestaff is courteous and knowledgeable. The cocktails and main and desert are top notch. Been all around this blue marble andwould definitely put this place in my top ten. The steak in my fajitas mouthwatering. We will be back for sure. If in Sydney youmust try here first. Had second meal here today and still very impressed with all aspects of a great restaurant. Read more
Went here for lunch and it was very yummy! The customer service was excellent and they were very kid friendly, even offering a... blanket for my near-napping child. We were very impressed and will go again when back in town! Read more