Peter Devines - Ottawa

This is a small, no-frills pub. I wish it was a bit dingier so that I could label it as a sketchy pub, but it's actually too new and too nice...which really dis... read more This is a small, no-frills pub. I wish it was a bit dingier so that I could label it as a sketchy pub, but it's actually too new and too nice...which really disappoints me.

I piped in on a whim and decided to grab a quick bite to eat. On the recommendation from the bar tender (Shane Murphy), I decided to try the curry. I was... read more I piped in on a whim and decided to grab a quick bite to eat. On the recommendation from the bar tender (Shane Murphy), I decided to try the curry. I was...

The New York Steak is excellent. Service was alright but a little bit slow read more The New York Steak is excellent. Service was alright but a little bit slow

I decided to have lunch at a nearby Vietnamese restaurant, but the menu was not appealing and the outdoor seating was too hot. I ended up walking to a different... read more I decided to have lunch at a nearby Vietnamese restaurant, but the menu was not appealing and the outdoor seating was too hot. I ended up walking to a different restaurant where the patio was nicely shaded and not too crowded. I later found out that Peter Devine's is actually connected to the Heart and Crown next door, but they have slightly different menus.

I attended an Irish wake at Devine's on a Tuesday and was impressed by the experience. The gourmet sandwiches, fruit, cheese, and other offerings were fresh and... read more I attended an Irish wake at Devine's on a Tuesday and was impressed by the experience. The gourmet sandwiches, fruit, cheese, and other offerings were fresh and abundant. The staff was respectful and discreet, making it a fitting venue for such a solemn occasion. The space can accommodate about 30 seated guests and is part of the Irish Village, which includes other pubs. They serve a delicious Caesar cocktail and are generous with the whiskey. I plan to return for dinner on the patio in the future.