The Puffin's Perch - ST BRIDES

Tourists who stumbled upon this charming little restaurant had breakfast and really enjoyed it. I would recommend it as the prices are great.

We randomly selected this restaurant for breakfast. The staff primarily spoke Spanish, but that was not an issue.

No major expectations, given that this is the only restaurant option near the St. Mary's bird sanctuary (highly recommended, BTW) -- but their fish & chips were the best we've had anywhere on the island. Nice folks, too. (I know, everybody's nice, but still...)

I planned our trip months in advance and knowing St Brides was a very small village, we were happy to read all of the great reviews for this place. I had even decided from the reviews what I wanted to try. After a long day of driving & exploring, we arrived for dinner at the Puffins Perch only to learn they ( the only restaurant in the area) were closed as the owners were gone to play "chase the ace" - something that is apparently quite popular in Newfoundland. Oh well, maybe next time.

We spent two nights in St. Brides, as we went to the Cape St. Mary's ecological reserve on two separate days. We therefore had two dinners and two breakfasts (had to be arranged in advance). Jonathan served us on all four occasions. We cannot say enough about how great the food was and how nice the welcome was. The cod and chips were simply outstanding. Breakfasts were made to order and were more than enough to tide us through most of the day. As a special treat, Jonathan gave us a small sample of cod tongues to taste. Interesting. Indeed, this is the only place in the charming town of St. Brides. I would imagine that many do not stay too long or likely are just passing through after Cape St. Mary's. It definitely is a place to stop for lunch or dinner, or even breakfast if staying overnight.