Skipper's Restaurant, Bonavista - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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Skipper's Restaurant serves up a broad menu of homemade, delicious meals. We serve Atlantic crab, local lobster, salmon, mussels (all when in season) Atlantic Cod, cod tongues, scallops, shrimp- just to name a few seafood options, as well as grilled chicken, pork ribs, spaghetti and meatballs, 7 oz. burgers, sandwiches, fresh soups and salads, homemade desserts, etc. Everything is homemade and prepared on site in our kitchen. Skipper's is also located directly on the water, so we offer the most amazing views of the harbour. Watch fishermen come in with their daily catch, see icebergs glisten under the summer sun and watch whales spout as they frolic in the cool Atlantic waters. Why not make Skipper's a must-see stop on your next trip to Bonavista!

CUISINES

Bar, Seafood, Canadian

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks

FEATURES

Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Waterfront

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4.0

374 reviews

Excellent

132

Very good

148

Average

63

Poor

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Terrible

18

Tony R

2 contributions

Good Food and Cocktails

Jun 2022 • couples

We stayed in the hotel so had several visits to the restaurant. The view of the harbour is terrific and with one of the delicious specialty cocktails it’s even better. The fish and chips are one of the best I have tasted and the lobster (on our second visit) was fresh having been taken from the tank to prepare. The pea soup is a meal in itself. Service was prompt and friendly.

Written July 11, 2022

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R K L

Seattle3780 contributions

Skipper's name recognizable...

Jun 2022 • none

Although we are not sure that it is the same chain from USA, but the Skipper's name was recognizable, so we stopped. Our meal of Salt Fish Cakes and cole slaw was quite tasty, the house chardonnay was fine and the service was attentive. Although the restaurant was just a large, unattractive space, it was fine for our lunch. We had no complaints.

Written May 13, 2023

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traveller9977

8 contributions

Very friendly atmosphere and good food

Jun 2022 • none

We ate at Skipper’s and it was a very good meal. My husband had the turkey sandwich with apple, bacon and he really liked it. I had the creamy seafood lasagna which was very good as well, very creamy and cheesy, delicious!! They had a few specials that featured a side of pickled rhubarb. I asked to try it and they brought me a small sample at no charge. I liked it too, something I have never had before. The partridge berry steamed pudding was excellent!! I would definitely recommend this restaurant!!

Written June 11, 2022

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iplayazi

Calgary292 contributions

Live music at Skippers

Aug 2021 • family

Enjoyed dinner and live music on the patio at Skippers. The atmosphere was amazing, beautiful sunset, entertaining local musicians, I don’t think it can get much better. It was a very memorable evening. The only downside was a large tour group which took up most of the other tables on the patio long after they had done their meals (leaving clothing and shoes strewn across the tables), allowed their children to run around disturbing other patrons and largely ignored the musicians. The staff did their best to politely ask the tour group to move on so that they could seat other patrons on the patio.

Written August 7, 2021

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f350guy

Kimberley168 contributions

Average food great view.

Jun 2022 • family

We were a little disappointed with our visit here. The service was as good even though the place was packed. My fish and chips came with frozen fries but our son had the salmon and it was great. I never get dessert but this time I tried the "death by chocolate " and the name fits because it was so dry one could choke on it. I didn't expect to get a Betty Crocker like cake.

Written June 16, 2022

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ZNorth

Prince George90 contributions

Beautiful views, good food, friendly staff

Jun 2022 • none

My friends had the fish and chips and really enjoyed them. I opted for the cod cakes with the mandarin salad. The cod cakes themselves were delicious with large chunks of very tender cod, and they came with a rhubarb pickle which was delicious. The coffee was decent, restaurant is clean and the view is spectacular.

Written June 14, 2022

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sportsmomLondon

Ilderton221 contributions

Live music, excellent food

Jul 2022 • couples

We went to Skipper’s on a Friday evening and lucked out as there was live music-Ben Dooley singing to us as we had dinner. We sat outside in the patio and had pan fried cod(excellent) and a chicken salad sandwich with chef salad(yummy) then we topped it off with Carmel cheesecake. The service was good and the food was excellent and reasonably price. Recommend to everyone to try this restaurant out.

Written August 18, 2022

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CJJJHB

St. John's59 contributions

Amazing

Aug 2024 • family

We dined here on a Saturday evening for our family of 5 adults. Between us we tried several items on the menu and honestly all was awesome. Large portions. Very tasty. Drinks were great and a good selection. Service was amazing. The live entertainment while we dined was an added bonus. Would recommend in a heartbeat. You won't be disappointed at all.

Written September 2, 2024

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brendachuck1973

London57 contributions

Warm Partridgeberry Pudding - WOW

Jul 2023 • couples

Did not have a reservation but met a couple after our iceberg zodiac trip who highly recommended. The restaurant was busy but we were willing to sit in the deck. We enjoyed cod fish cakes, Caesar salad along with Quidi Vidi Iceberg beer and IPA Dayboil. We were full but the couple told us to have the Warm Partridgeberry pudding. We indulged and thoroughly enjoyed. Highly recommend

Written November 10, 2023

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wigsy

Hamilton606 contributions

Good seafood and view

Jun 2024 • couples

We ate dinner here on our first night in Bonavista. The seafood was very good especially would recommend the crab/lobster cakes they are amazingly delicious. You also get a good view of the harbour as a bonus. Definitely would go again for dinner.

Written June 26, 2024

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JFWhite

Moncton7403 contributions

Great Burgers

Sep 2021 • couples

Recently came here for supper. Food was great, big portions, tasted great as well. Facilities were clean, welcoming as well. Staff members was very nice. Food was really expensive however. I recommend this location to anyone!

Written September 7, 2021

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Tommy S

Los Angeles40 contributions

Could this spot be more lovely? No. Its the pinnacle of loveliness.

Sep 2022 • business

Love this spot! Let me first start by saying could the people working here be more lovely??? I mean, truly gems of human beings. Should I move here? Maybe. Or at least book a trip back for the October 8th party? Maybe. I dont know. Im debating it. Barely made it in before close and still let us put an order in and smiled the whole time. Welcoming and lovely and the food was great. Highly recommend!!!

Written September 20, 2022

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Steeve C

Montreal11 contributions

Nice meal and Great ambiance!

Jul 2022 • none

Had a great time and a good meal. Restaurant / Pub well located in the bay in the center of Bonavista, NL. Nice terrasse in the back to enjoy a sunny evening and to enjoy the calm water of the sea and its harbour.

Written July 27, 2022

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Ralph1948

Nashville190 contributions

Good meal and great view.

Jul 2023 • couples

Ate here in July and had a nice meal of mussels and fish and chips. Dessert was excellent although I cannot remember the name. Service was good. Great view of the ocean. There were some loud women in the restaurant that was annoying, but that was some thing that the management could not have any control over.. Would definitely eat there again.

Written July 30, 2023

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Anthony B

56 contributions

Outstanding food

Aug 2022 • none

Came in for an early dinner/supper before the crowds. Service was great, food was outstanding and fresh. You pay for what you get here.. only minor comment.. please fix the table for 5 as it wobbles :) Thank you for the great meal.

Written August 27, 2022

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