The Frolic'n Folk Pub & Grill - IONA

What an amazing experience! The ceilidh at this restaurant in Cape Breton is simply the best, with a welcoming atmosphere for both locals and tourists. It's a must-visit spot in the area.

Great food and atmosphere. Well worth the stop. Spectacular view from the top of the hill. Must return spot.

Beautiful location. Clean, well appointed rooms. First class entertainment and service. Not my first visit, not my last.

My husband is from a community near The Frolic and Folk, his family still lives there. He has been to this spot before with them. I really wanted to try it so they all took me on October 3, 2021. Because my sister in law owns a business in the area she knows or recognizes many of the people in the community. When we entered we waited several minutes to be seated. There was only one person doing both the bar duties and waiting tables. My sister in law point out to me that the owner was sitting at the bar. While we stood there waiting he was busy looking at something on his phone. Not a great start. Finally the worker noticed us and pointed us to a table. He was clearly busy so we did our best to be patient. He brought the menu’s over, took our drink order and then went outside for a smoke where we could clearly see him. From a service prospective at this point expectations were pretty low. We ordered the Seafood Platter, Bacon Cheeseburger, wings, small fries and pan fried haddock. The food did not disappoint. It was very good. After things settled down the waiter came over to chat. He was much more relaxed and from that moment on he was great. The owner however spend nearly the whole time we were there doing something on his phone. He never once stepped up to help his staff or his customers. With beverages our bill came to 105.57. Not bad for four people.

Great drinks, nice selection of typical pub fare. We were especially fond of the clam and chips. The service was to die for.