Smith Barrel - Carleton Place

I absolutely loved the experience! My second visit was just as wonderful as the first. The service was very pleasant, and the food was delicious with generous p... read more I absolutely loved the experience! My second visit was just as wonderful as the first. The service was very pleasant, and the food was delicious with generous portions. You definitely won't leave feeling hungry! On both occasions, we sat outside and really enjoyed the atmosphere. I can't wait to go back!

Good food. Good service. Pleasant surroundings. read more Good food. Good service. Pleasant surroundings.

The beer selection is quite good, and the menu offers some intriguing options. We opted for an appetizer meal. The calamari was served with a delightful curry a... read more The beer selection is quite good, and the menu offers some intriguing options. We opted for an appetizer meal. The calamari was served with a delightful curry aioli. The wings came in a serving of seven, but they were on the larger side. The garden salad was anything but ordinary, featuring beets and a fresh vinaigrette that complemented the meal beautifully. My only criticism is that the capped plastic containers for the sauces may be practical, but they detract from the overall presentation.

Update: This place continues to have amazing food and it remains an go-to place in CP....I would like it if there was some training provided to servers. The ser... read more Update: This place continues to have amazing food and it remains an go-to place in CP....I would like it if there was some training provided to servers. The servers were polite and friendly but just didn't seem to have been provided any training...for example, when finger-food appetizers are brought to the table but no side-plates or napkins so you have to flag them down and ask, same with condiments for the main course...charcuterie board was awesome but no explanation of what the meats etc. were....Its a great place and the food is amazing a bit of polish in the service would really add to the experience.We had dinner here with two other couples and the whole experience was great. We were seated upstairs in the pub and the decor and ambiance were perfect, period wallpaper, stamped tin ceilings, really nice. Servers were fantastic although you could tell they were still getting used to the menu. Any questions they couldn't answer they went and saw the chef and came back with the response. We tried the Mac and Cheese croquettes for appetizers as well as the fried pickles...all of it was amazing. The mains were great, my steak was cooked to perfection and tender, portions were large and food was delivered hot. I would love to try the actual dining room next as the pub certainly delivered above expectations. Glad to see such a great spot open in CP.

Great pub fare with a little twist to make recipes unique. Eating inside is a bit noisy and small but we were unable to eat outside due to the guests we were wi... read more Great pub fare with a little twist to make recipes unique. Eating inside is a bit noisy and small but we were unable to eat outside due to the guests we were with. Nice outdoor patio that we'd like to try next time. Servers and staff were friendly, but didn't go out of the way much to check in with us other than take our order, bring the food, and then the bill. When we eat out we do so for food and service so would have appreciated more attentive interaction with wait staff/servers.Parking: Easy accessible parking lot at the back of the building. (Gravel lot)Wheelchair accessibility: Some small steps are a little difficult to navigate for someone with a cane or mobility issues age of building factored in I don't believe the dine in area is wheelchair accessible but outdoor patio dining area would be accessible from the sidewalk entrance.