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Orso Pub & Grill

4.2
4.2
144 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Nestled at the base of the historic Citadel hill in Halifax, Nova Scotia, lies Orso Pub & Grill, a charming and vibrant dining destination that captures the essence of Canadian hospitality. Boasting a warm and inviting atmosphere, this establishment has become a favourite among locals and tourists alike, thanks to it'd delectable menu, excellent service, and breathtaking views of the iconic Citadel hill. while Orso offers a wide range of mouthwatering dishes, one standout creation that has captured the hearts and taste buds of patrons is their legendary Guacamole stuffed Onion Ring.
the pub's commitment to contemporary aesthetics and its strategic positioning allow patrons to enjoy the natural beauty of the historic landmark while savoring a delicious meal or indulging in a refreshing beverage.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (902) 406-2001
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dustin Corbin

What 144 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nova Scotia

    Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Orso Pub & Grill offers a "great location" near Scotiabank Centre, making it perfect for event-goers. Guests frequently praise the "great food" and "friendly service," with consistent quality and "true value for your $." While it can get busy, the atmosphere remains welcoming and staff attentive.

144 Reviews
  1. Rick

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Just left Orso on Brunswick St. Halifax for a valentines dinner with another couple. Service was top notch and we tipped accordingly. I had the Caesar salad and Calabrese pizza. I would give the salad a 7.5 and the pizza a 9/10. Others had pasta dishes. All very delicious and flavoufull, especially the pasta with mushrooms and gargonzola. The guacamole onion rings were just ok. Service was fast and not a detail to be missed. We were very impressed and will be back

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  2. Lori

    Detroit

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    They charged for salsa and sour cream with a nacho order. I’ve never seen this before unless noted as such…

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  3. Nicholas

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We were warmly greeted after a few minutes and showed to the table. Our server was friendly and attentive but new and did not know a lot about many of the dishes The food was pretty okay. We enjoyed the guacamole-onion-rings, my friend's fish and chips were good, my calamari was so-so. They serve Garrison beer which we both like but we were disappointed that they didn't have much else in the way of local craft beer. The drink prices on the cardboard stand on the table are higher than what is shown in the menu. I pointed this out to the server but we were still charged the higher prices. The music was suited to a dance-bar but not to a pub. We did not have to wait long for our food (which was hot) and the beer (which. was cold). If invited to go back I would, but I probably wouldn't choose it If it were up to me.

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  4. Tracy

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 6, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We reserved a table, it was the evening of a big hockey game. We have done this before with great success. Service was extremely slow. Our table of 4 was seated at 5:15. Drinks did not arrive until 6. We told our server we had tickets to the 7pm game. Food arrived at 615, 3 of 4 meals. The 4th arrived 5 min later. Ordered quesidillas. They were barely filled, dry and tasteless. Our friend ordered a grilled chicken burger. Chicken was dry and tasteless. I asked for a second beer at 615. It arrived at 630 as we asked for the bills. Overall a disappointing experience.

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  5. Dawnelda

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and server …very loud tonight but left satisfied

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  6. Brandon

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was great. Awesome location for events at Scotiabank centre.

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  7. Cindy

    Calgary

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I have eaten at this restaurant numerous times. This was the second time for me ordering the portobello mushroom burger. The first time it was absolutely delicious. However, this time it was very rubbery and too tough to chew. Would not recommend that based on this experience also the the lemon potatoes were extremely salty to the point I couldn’t finish them

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  8. Neal

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    It's too bad zero stars was not an option. The food value was weak and the service worse, we he a eaten here many times and it he s gotten progressively worse. Waiting 20 minutes for a beer seemed excessive . I would not recommend this venue to anyone Mike

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  9. Brandon

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good. We booked a reservation prior to a Scotiabank Centre event. Orso was very busy. Food took a little longer than ideal but this is expected. Amazing location for our needs.

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  10. Linda

    VIP

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Orso never fails to deliver true value for your $ ! Loved this place since day one !

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FAQs

Orso Pub & Grill is rated 4.2 stars by 144 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Orso Pub & Grill

Orso Pub & Grill, 1859 Brunswick Street, Halifax, NS B3J 2G8

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Halifax
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dustin Corbin
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
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