Pier 61 Bar & Grill - St. Catharines

We had heard good things about the Pier 61 and finally had a chance to visit during the Royal Canadian Henley Regatta held on nearby Martindale Pond. Delighted to report that the restaurant lived up to its reputation. After a short wait, we were able to get a table on the patio along the old Welland canal and enjoy the green ambiance. There was some confusion around servers, which everyone was very apologetic about (we were offered a free dessert, a gesture I always appreciate when glitches occur), but once we got that sorted out we ordered the Mediterranean pizza, which turned out to be the best pizza we have had in the Niagara region. With a fresh, thin crust covered in a tasty pesto and topped with feta and mozzarella cheese, braised mushrooms and other grilled vegetables, it was a delicious and filling lunch for two. There is an adequate choice of local beers, including the outstanding Silversmith dark lager, and a wonderful choice of food items. We also enjoyed watching the ducks paddling around a few feet from our table! The service was personal and helpful. This was our first visit, but it certainly won't be our last.

Had lunch with my family last week, very enjoyable, food was excellent. My daughter and I both had the scallop risotto, EXCELLENT! Sandwiches lokkked very nice, my husband said that the sour dough bread was a little too heavy. Wanted to eat outside but the weather did not cooperate. Look forward to go back and eat outside. Very picturesque

Usually get here a couple of times a year. We have been here for lunch and dinner. The service is always quick and good food.

Well seeing it's my birthday, and my husband made reservations.. Specifically telling Joe it was my birthday. .and asking if he could have a piece of cake come out or something. ( Joe). By the reviews and last name I'm guessing is the owner. So the meal...my husband ordered calamari ,I ordered crab cakes. They both were a bit odd....taste wasn't there and my cakes were cold. Well okay let's order the main. Hubby ordered.. Trout and 2 oz lobster tail. With unknown veggies. Everything was as if it was already prepared and just warmed. I ordered penne Alfredo. My chicken was minced not sure really what I was eating. .and it also looked pre- prepared. After spending well over 100.00 what a disappointment on my birthday. Having my husband show me his reservation and recommendations... rather not return there again. I did read a few different reviews.. And thought give it a try anyway. Everyone has different outlooks on places etc...nope wish I would have listened to the few negative reviews, they were right. Seeing they we're having a staff meeting and I'm guessing (Joe) Was presence kind of sad to see he wasn't on the ball for these things like a birthday and such. Our server was good except for when we ordered another drink and she told my husband I will just get the bill ..( no hurry) after hearing that twice clearly she wanted us out. My husband and I left pretty disappointed.

My son and I thought we'd try this place out. We ordered cheese nachos to "share," and oh my, it was huge! We love sitting on the patio by the water and sharing the nachos. Staff is friendly and the service is amazing. We almost go there weekly as we love the place !