Pitchfork Eatery - Nelson

We knew this was a small place from other reviews. Due to that and the restaurant's website, we were sure to make a reservation. On the website, they emphasize... read more We knew this was a small place from other reviews. Due to that and the restaurant's website, we were sure to make a reservation. On the website, they emphasize that you not show up early due to limited space, so we walked around town until it was time. When we arrived, he asked if we had a reservation. We said yes and he then greeted us by name. Apparently we were the only reservation. There were plenty of open tables. Only two other parties were seated. We selected the pickled and fermented vegetables to share. The baby radishes were good, but the asparagus and (was it fennel or an onion? veg that dominated the plate were so tough and fibrous that they were basically inedible. The kim chi was so salty and immature. It was harsh. The gnats flying around our table may have been unavoidable for them but it was annoying. We both ordered the coho salmon salad and were so disappointed. The salmon was way over-cooked, nearly burnt. The salad was basically long spring mix leaves with stems still attached and extra long julienned carrots and long thin peppers. It seemed like no one took time to put any effort into the salad. It was difficult to eat and had way too many stems. My dining partner suggested that it looked like someone merely grabbed a handful of spring mix from a Costco tub and lost track of the salmon being cooked. The service was decent, but the food was a huge disappointment, especially for the price. Two stars because the cedar smoked old fashion cocktail was clever and good.

We had an absolutely amazing time dining here at Pitchfork Eatery. The atmosphere was so nice and the service was amazing. Our server Chloe was great, she was s... read more We had an absolutely amazing time dining here at Pitchfork Eatery. The atmosphere was so nice and the service was amazing. Our server Chloe was great, she was super helpful. The chicken was absolutely delicious. We will definitely be back next time we're in Nelson.

Shut. Up. Everything is delicious. The drinks, the appetizers, the meals, it 's amazing. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and on the ball. The poutine (we were... read more Shut. Up. Everything is delicious. The drinks, the appetizers, the meals, it 's amazing. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and on the ball. The poutine (we were taught p 'tine is the correct pronunciation) was INSANE! Finally a poutine with chicken gravy and not beef. It was incredible. I added sautéed mushrooms I 'm not sure it could 've been any better. My friend had breakfast poutine and finished every bite. The people of Pitchfork clearly put thought and craftsmanship into every sip and every bite. When I head back to Nelson, I 'm heading STRAIGHT to Pitchfork!

Great food. Almost too salty, but awesome otherwise. Came in with group of 10, so the seating had to be max 4 people. Good vibes. read more Great food. Almost too salty, but awesome otherwise. Came in with group of 10, so the seating had to be max 4 people. Good vibes.

The patio attracted me to the restaurant when we were looking for a late family dinner. I will say that this is a great place for cool people to go on a splurge... read more The patio attracted me to the restaurant when we were looking for a late family dinner. I will say that this is a great place for cool people to go on a splurge y date. I love the historic building and the cozy patio with awesome view. I never went inside. We asked if they had a kids menu and were told they have a kid's item: little burger. This item was not listed on the menu. It was typical kid's menu item size, but turned out to be $20 in price. I didn't love that. The wine was good, but not astounding. The food also. I was pretty excited about ordering the sea bass to share, but sadly, I was hungry after the meal. It was tasty, but I would have liked it to be deboned. The fish came with broccoli (2 pieces), roasted cherry tomato (3 4 tomatoes), wild rice (decent portion), nori butter (loved it on the fish) , fresh herbs (whole stems wasn't sure what to do with them), and lemon. I am a vegetable lover and would loved to have had more veg on the plate a great opportunity for this restaurant to feature local produce in summer! Lava cake was good with exciting marshmallow top and amazing almond crumb (like brittle). Green tea crème brulée was okay, but I prefer traditional. Tasty shortbread with excellent texture. A few suggestions for the restaurant: no more folded laminated QR codes on the table a nice restaurant has printed menus. They had a food menu available, but not the wine list. Full disclosure: an iPad was offered to remedy this, but it felt troublesome. So the price of the wine was a little surprising. As well, it would be nice to have the menu posted at the doors. People like to peruse before deciding to come in. Not a great choice for tired family looking for a late supper.