Fiddler's Green

OK, here's the deal: You're on a remote island about as far north as you can go without getting left for dead in the woods. You must adjust your expectations accordingly. The best thing about The Green is the atmosphere. I could spend an entire day here. From the decor, to the games, to the drinks. Nothing like several Black Velvets (hard cider and Guinness) to get the day/night off to the right pace. Good paninis, great salad, mediocre everything else. Don't have the Greek Pastitsio...terrible (dry, tasteless). The salmon was extremely dry (it's frozen). They should serve it marinated and smothered in the great soy glaze that they serve it with. The pizza is satisfactory...if not good. But the place is fun. And there's not a lot of stuff to do (with any (real) class) on the island. They seem to always have music...which is a great touch. Just go, hang out, don't worry about the clock, and let is all sink in.

We liked the ambience, owner and great music but this all comes at a high price. $6 pints. Yikes!

The building housing Fiddler's Green used to be my favorite shop as a girl. Later, I met Kate (the owner) in her capacity as a (wonderful) hairstylist on the island. When I heard she'd bought the building and was making it into a pub of sorts, I was thrilled! I don't get in here as often as I would like while on the island, but it's always great when I do.

Apparently the only place to get a Guinness on island (true or not?), the food is delicious and the company always entertaining and they have wi-fi, which is an island rarity. Plus, there's a salon in the back!