The Port Pub (9.5) – Port Williams

The Port is the brainchild of six friends from the area who were discussing their dream place to eat and drink in Port Williams over some beer. We’re glad they didn’t sleep the idea off because these friends dreamed big and visitors surely benefit from the result. The patio area has been made with an eye for detail and a view of the Cornwallis River. Brewmaster Randy Lawrence looks after the production of the attached Sea Level Brewing Co. (@sealevelbrewing) We, of course, ordered a sampler tray (my favourite was the Blue Heron Bitter, @gillianwesleyns liked the Planters Pale Ale).
Gillian swears this is the best chowder she has ever had, while I feel it’s tied with Lunenburg’s The Grand Banker. I’m willing to join her in giving it a score of 9.5/10 because not only was it very flavourful with plenty of mussels, lobster, scallops and haddock, but the bread that came with it was made on-site using Sea Level’s Port in the Storm Porter ale. (We are sad to say that this dish no longer comes with beer bread 🙁 Thanks to Clare for the update).