The Poacher

Good food and drinks. Just what you’d expect when walking into an «olde English pub.» Relaxed atmosphere, nothing fancy, but the service was great and French onion soup was delicious. Had some deep fried pickles with parmesan dip which were yummy too! All in all, it satisfied our afternoon thirst and hunger.

I’ve enjoyed myself here in the past, however a member of their wait staff was extraordinarily rude and judgemental on my last visit. With the amount of unwarranted disrespect I was treated with, I would never, ever go back. I made a complaint to be passed along to management and hope the issue has been rectified.

First time back in the poacher in years — exactly the same British pub I loved all those years ago. However, be warned: weird policy about Doggy bags. The don’t let you take out leftover wings on Monday’s because they are on special. Is this common?

Great pub food! Tip: Steak and Kidney Pie, but get the chips and mushy peas instead of the normal sides. You won’t be sorry. The «home» beer list is good but what makes it great is that they have a guest cask plus guest taps. So, you’re bound to find something particularly tasty!
Nice, friendly service too!

This is a pretty decent old school pub. The burger is a pure backyard barbecue experience. The patty is wide and thin with a very good char while still being juicy. The onion rings are great.

If you’re looking an excellent English pub experience in downtown Burlington with a good beer list, I insist you hit The Poacher. It’s a short walk East of Brant, probably just far enough away if you’re here for some summer festival you’ll find it not slammed.
The Poacher stands out for not only a good beer list (taps, bottles, and at least one cask), but a pint of excellent beer will run you well under $ 6. Like. $ 5.75 for a pint of craft beer. Unheard of. They’ll even let you sample a few beers in a generous sample glass if you’re unsure. Service is amazing. Food prices are also great. Sold.

Cozy bar
The pipes are apparently not to fresh but I don’t drink what’s on tap so I’m not really affected.

One of the best burgers I’ve had in awhile. Flavour explosion with perfectly seasoned beef. Minutes from my doorstep this place will quickly become a frequently visited watering hole. Quiet possibly one of Burlington’s best kept secrets that only village locals know about. Fantastic atmosphere that at times felt like an authentic British pub

It was solid.
It was just like a pub in Europe — not handicapped accessible (that I could see), lots of beer on tap with the various mugs, and bar food. By bar food, I don’t mean crappy wing dings and soggy chips straight from Gordon Foods, but delicious open faced steak sandwiches with thick cut fries style bar food.
2 dollar signs is about right, just remember everything in Canada is expensive.

First off I should start by talking abooot the stereotypes we as Americans have towards Canadians eh. Not everyone in Canada has a Mullet, I know I was surprised. Not everyone in Canada is a hockey fan, some are curling fans! Lastly Canada does not have crappy food… well French Canada does, I don’t get the poutine thing… sorry.
Turns out Ontario Canada has a ton of great food and a HUGE variety of ethnic restaurants, cafes, and pubs. I was recently in Burlington, ON for work and was working near a place called The Poacher. One of the guys I was working with suggested it for a late snack. I had their home made cream of tomato soup and some bread. It was delicious, I also had an Ice cold Stella artois which as always was great.
The next day I told the two guys I was working with I would treat to lunch so we ended up back at… you guessed it… the Poacher. Again we were met with great service and I felt like I had been going there forever. I got a roast beef and Cheddar melt and it was delicious. I’m from the north shore and its hard to get ANYTHING roast beef and not be a snob about it. I think «beef three way» were my first words! Anyway this wrap had some of the best roast beef I have had in years and the sauce was delicious, like a tangy BBQ.
Lastly, if you are into single malt whisky than the Poacher will certainly not disappoint, they have a HUGE selection of top shelf single malts.
The Poacher is great and if you ever find yourself in Burlington Ontario you have to go there and get lunch and a beer. Dont worry Lake Ontario is right across the street, you can walk it off after! Cheers…