The Black Knight Pub — Restaurant in Yellowknife

I ordered a Bison burger. It was a st.Patrick Day. I wanted to celebrate it here with their live music performance. Although the taste of french fries were too salty, the burger was good in that the bison meats is exceptional and unique. It was cooked very well. But i will no longer come back here because the staffs didn’t welcome at all. They just looked busy,but I don’t think they have no time to take care of a customer. When I just asked the seat I want, a server who looked like Asian told me I can have a seat wherever I want. However after that, probably Canadian man server shouted me a bit aggressively and he didn’t say any explanations , just he seriously required “ No!!!!! Just a counter if you are alone!!!!!” It made me confused sadly. I just asked him friendly what I wasn’t familiar with this pub, because it was first time to come in this pub. Additionally I understood they were busy and what he thinks for organizing their operations, but this is a customer service at least. my point is he shouldn’t have shouted any customers if he is a server officially. I was totally okay to have a seat at the counter, of course. His behavior was just so uncomfortable. Seems that they just worked to make a profit without caring customers. If they just do it, it would be same as McDonald’s, or less. I expected this pub was not like that because it was local. Also, another employee who works for here recommended me friendly to have an experience. I don’t say they should serve like a fancy restaurant, but they should recognize the experience there must be exceptional and memorable FOR CUSTOMERS, also it doesn’t matter whether the customer cane from the local or the international.

It was genuinely disappointing to have my order at a counter alone after he shouted me, despite their food is pricey and fancy.

If you are not familiar with Pub, I genuinely don’t recommend this pub at all, because the quality of their service and the price of their food.

The server who shouted me at the beginning probably might say some excuse unfortunately… But he should notice this is a place any customers should be happy with you. I don’t like this pub even if the food is tasty,unfortunately. Why I became to be so sad with the fancy burger, gorgeous vibes at the pub, and good music performance in this day?

Hope the owners will make some effort to make it...

I'm giving them 5 stars and here's why.

Yellowknife isn't a huge city and there is nothing remotely close to it, so even though in reality I'd rate the place more between a 4 and 4.5, for this city compared to the rest of the places in town I give it 5 stars.

The food is quality. I don't eat here that often but when I do decide to come to the Black Knight it's because I'm in the mood for something above average. In reality 5 stars should only be given to amazing chefs like Anthony Bourdain or Gordon Ramsey, Emeril and those types.

Compared to chef's like that, I still give the food a 4. I haven't had any food there that I felt they cheaped out on for pub food. And that's just it too, for pub food, they have more things than just burgers and steaks. Today I had the months special Seafood Pot Pie which came with a nice fluffy pastry baked on the top of it that you mash down into the pie filling. Didn't feel like they cheaped out on the amount of seafood in there either. Loved it.

The atmosphere is some of my favorite in Yellowknife. Fridays will be packed and busy, I personally like things in the middle to lighter side for being busy so I go in the middle of the week, because usually eat alone. There is a quiet little table for 2 half tucked away where I always sit because I feel like I got my own personal space there where I'm not being watched from all angles.

The building itself is nice too. Lots of wood and brown to make it feel like an authentic pub from Great Britain, or at least that's how I feel when I'm there. Certainly has character on the inside.

Because I go when it's not as busy as possible, I've never once had a bad experience with the staff. When their workload isn't maxed out, I've never felt uncomfortable around them or unpleased with anything.

So if you're in Yellowknife either for a short stay or a long visit, I highly recommend going to the...

Classic Pub Experience with Great Food & Local Brews. Fish and Chips are excellent.

I was there with two female work colleagues aftr a long day at the NWTAC conference of local communities in NWT. I had the Haddock Fish and Chips, which was the special of the day, and it was excellent—crispy, golden batter with perfectly cooked, flaky fish inside. To complement my meal, I enjoyed two rounds of NWT Brewing Company Cream Ale, a smooth and refreshing beer that paired perfectly with the dish.

The atmosphere is exactly what you'd want from an Irish-style pub—warm, inviting, and full of character. It's a great spot to relax, grab a drink, and enjoy hearty, well-made pub food. The service was friendly and efficient, making for a great experience.

Another bonus is the location—centrally located and close to several hotels, making it an easy and convenient choice for both visitors and locals.

If you're in Yellowknife and looking for delicious pub fare, great beer, and a welcoming atmosphere, The Black Knight Pub is a must-visit! I definitely recommend trying it...