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Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
CUISINES
Seafood, Canadian, Soups
FEATURES
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Waterfront, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed 26 September 2022

The seafood is excellent though a little pricey which is to be expected in these days of increased food prices and staff shortages. Gone to St. Martin every summer for many years and always eat at least once here. The fish chowder is probably the...More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 15 September 2022

Seafood chowder is the best. We stopped for lunch today fairly late but the staff were very welcoming and the service is very prompt .

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 15 September 2022

Being part of a tour group we could only sample their chowder which turned out to be good. The waitresses did a good job trying to serve so many people quickly. If visiting again I would like to try other menu items in their full...More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 14 August 2022

You enter through a covered patio that is right on the beach. Once inside you order and the meal is brought right to your table, wether inside seating or inside seating with a view of the caves! We ate there twice during our stay in...More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 31 July 2022 via mobile

Very tasty chowder. We followed the “world famous chowder” signs and glad we stopped. The chowder came with tasty biscuits. The view is amazing and right on the beach.

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 24 June 2022

I loved to have ordered the seafood casserole as well !however because of an onion allergy couldjust watch him enjoying an excellent meal! he compared to the seafood he got in northern NB . I enjoyed my lobster roll! I wish they would not cook...More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 24 June 2022 via mobile

Second time having this awesome seafood chowder for dinner!! Can't get enough!! A definite must have if you are in St Martin's NB!!

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed 12 June 2022

We came her for a "snack" while visiting the sea caves. Ingredients are fresh with good portion size. The seafood chowder has plenty of lobster meat and the soup was creamy and smooth, but a bit too thick and covered up some of the flavors...More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 7 September 2021

Excellent fish&chips . Very surprised by the amount of customers in the line not wearing corvid masks. Staff never said anything to them.

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed 7 September 2021 via mobile

Great fish and chips. Great onion rings. Excellent fried clams. We loved it. Quick service. What more could you ask for?

Date of visit: September 2021
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Reviewed 28 August 2021 via mobile

The seafood casserole is a waste of money for what you get. The portion size wasn't even enough to feed a toddler. Only had 1 small scallop, 1 small shrimp and 2 bite size pieces of haddock and 2 bites of potato. That's it for...More

Date of visit: August 2021
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Bruce H, Owner at The Caves Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 8 September 2021

Adam so sorry this happened to you.I would not be happy either.Your casserole should have had 3 good sized shrimp,3 larger scallops as well as a few smaller ones,lobster and haddock.Please consider giving me a call so we can make this right.506-333-4691 Bruce

Reviewed 22 August 2021

Picked up some seafood chowder at the takeout which came with a biscuit. It was really good, nice snd thick snd loaded with lots of chunky seafood and potatoes. One of the best I have had.

Date of visit: August 2021
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Reviewed 16 September 2020 via mobile

We ate at this restaurant one afternoon with another couple. It has a great view on the beach adjacent to the sea caves. It’s not a fancy place but the food is very good. You place your order at the counter and they bring it...More

Date of visit: September 2020
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Bruce H, Owner at The Caves Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 15 March 2022

Thanks so much for the great review NS-Rover Bruce and staff

Reviewed 4 September 2020

Best place to eat in St Martins. Never had a bad experience here. Seafood casserole is my go to. Have been going to this place for about 25 years now

Date of visit: August 2020
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Bruce H, Owner at The Caves Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 15 March 2022

Thanks so much for the wonderful review! We are headed into our 40th season and its customers like you that make it all worth it!! Bruce and Staff

Reviewed 22 August 2020

One of the best burgers we've had in a long time! Great service! Fast! The view was beautiful! We will be back!

Date of visit: August 2020
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Kelly C
25 June 2018|
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Response from Don R | Reviewed this property |
No, I've never heard of anyone needing a reservation. It can be a busy spot but it can also accommodate a large crowd. Enjoy your visit.
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Chrissy S
22 May 2017|
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After Thanksgiving, the Caves restaurant is open only when cruises dock in the Saint John harbour. If definitely closes for the season early November (when cruises season ends as well). It re-opens early May.
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2 October 2015|
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Response from Bruhut | Property representative |
We will be open full time until October 12th and after that only on cruise ship days best to call ahead to check on times 1-506-833-4698 r 1-506-333-4691 My cell. Hope this is helpful. Bruce
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