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Orso Pub & Grill

4.2 (159)
CAN$30 and under
American
Orso Pub & Grill, 1859 Brunswick Street, Halifax, NS B3J 2G8

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2 people
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7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Gluten-free-friendly
  • Great for happy hour
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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dustin Corbin

What 159 people are saying

Orso Pub & Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Nova Scotia

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Nova Scotia

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Orso Pub & Grill is an ideal spot for pre-event dining at Scotiabank Centre with "excellent service" and "great food." Guests appreciate the "clean modern surroundings" and find the pub a reliable choice. While experiences vary, many applaud its "amazing service and food," making it a popular choice for event goers.
159 Reviews
  1. Maxine

    Toronto1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server put an 18% auto gratuity on the bill but didn’t tell anyone. Everyone tipped on top. Very slimy. We only realized when it came to the last person. She offered to give us back our money when I talked her out but we were going to a lacrosse game and it had already started. Very greedy to not have corrected people after the first bill was paid and double tipped. Claims she told us it was included when we sat down but no one heard it.

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  2. Connor

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    This was our first time going here, and it started off ok. The drinks and food were served slow and was hard to get the waitresses attention when we need another. The food was subpar, but the worst part of it was the waitress put automatic tip without letting us know, and then proceeded to watch us all add more tip on top. She then pretended she didn’t know she did it when we questioned her after we had figured it out… very unprofessional and we won’t be coming back here

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  3. Doug

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    very friendly staff, tasty food and quality cocktails

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  4. Karen

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and grilled chicken sandwich was amazing. Salads were fresh and delicious.

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  5. Joe

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    They just got swamped by the hockey pre game crowd so they were in clean up mode. The food came quick, service was low because of the big cleanup. The food was bar grade, frozen wings and pizza I think. Nothing I had was hand made… I think. I’ve eaten out way too much and I think I know good food. This wasn’t good bar food… yikes. Pizza, wings and beer is what we had. Joe from NS

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  6. Deanna

    Atlantic Canada3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Spectacular service. This is the perfect spot to go if you have an event at Scotiabank Arena.

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  7. Ashley

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was awful and it took 20 mins to even get water

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Chicken in the quesadilla was hard and dry. The rice was burnt.

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  9. Heather

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Beef sandwich bread too soggy to eat Chicken nuggets burnt Glutton free burger was pure mush Wrong order brought Waitress too busy to care

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  10. Eloise

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent spot to eat before any event at Scotia centre. Loved the food

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FAQs

Orso Pub & Grill is rated 4.2 stars by 159 OpenTable diners.

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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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