The Roy Public House

I've been to The Roy a bunch of times now, and I like the feel of the place. The first couple times I might have given the Roy 3 stars, but the place has really grown on me now.

Good decor and atmosphere. The helpful chalkboard-O'-beers, a picture of the Queen with her eyes closed, decorative brass plates with sailing ships on them, a cozy fireplace, this place has all the good stuff.

I've been in the late afternoon/early evening a couple times, and the food being served at my neighbours' tables always smells tempting. I can't say I've strayed far from my own personal favourite though... nachos. The first time I ordered them I was fore-warned by our server that "they aren't your 'normal' nachos chips". Fine by me, bring 'em on! Frankly, the chips are usually just a bland vessel to get all the good cheese, sour cream and salsa into my mouth. Now they are my fave nacho chips! They aren't your typical Tostitos-type corn chip. I think they are probably flour based, deep-fried goodness. They remind me of pita chips. I dunno for sure. What I do know, is the crunchy/chewy surprise keeps me coming back. The server said they make the chips in house. Bonus! My friends have gotten the Roybello, the fish and chips, and the grilled cheese with no complaints.

I like the servers too. They are chatty and casual. No fake, over-bubbly personalities here. Doesn't hurt that one of the bartenders is easy on the eyes either ;)
I'm hooked.

Gord and I had supper Friday evening at The Roy Public House.

I had Chicken Pot Pie (Tender chicken, onions, celery, carrots, corn & peas, in a rich sauce topped with puff pastry. Served with house made mashed potatoes).

Gord had Fish'n'Chips (Crispy beer-battered 8 oz. North Atlantic Cod filet. Served with coleslaw).

Both were yummy!

Quaint solid pub. Excellent service.
Call ahead if you have more than 4 people so they can pull some tables together. Great place to relax with friends.

The Venerable Irish Pub of Leslieville.

They keep it simple here. Good food, good drink, cozy with that feel of the emerald isles.

A lovely pub which has made itself into a neighbourhood institution in 13 short years.

Sláinte!

The Roy Public House is a bloody proper pub!

Guinness on tap, pulled perfectly - CHECK
Cozy booth - CHECK
Warm and friendly service - CHECK
Tasty comfort food - CHECK

Cheers!

a solid pub, in all the best ways - the food is not pretentious and neither are the people. The service is friendly, and it has always struck me that there is a real community of regulars. Went looking for a place for dinner on a Monday night and most of my regular choices were closed. I have been a bunch of times over the years and have always enjoyed the food. On my recent visit I had the wings with bbq lime tequila sauce (YUM!!) Mild heat level but nice unique flavours. My boyfriend had the chicken club. Everything was hot, fresh and tasty

What a neighbourhood pub should be...cozy, quiet with cold beer and great food. Quick and attentive staff too.

Speakeasy is a good term for it. The staff are petty, surly little indiscreet gossips. Food is mediocre. The wing are sub par for a pub, perhaps that's why they need to have 2 half price wing nights a week to get rid of the. Not recommended.

Great pub. Just came in for a few beers and a plate of fries. Richard served us and was great.

A typical Irish Pub menu and everything was clean, including the bathrooms.

Great Irish pub with genuine and friendly staff. Great stuff

Nice neighbourhood pub.
Bartender was aware and attentive.
Wings were decent, way overpriced.
About 7 wings for $15!?
I'd stick to drinks, maybe there is food specials, when I return....

This was my second time at The Roy. Remembered it was wings night and was in the area so decided to venture inside for a snack.

We ordered the Honey Garlic wings and some calamari. The wings were fairly good with a good amount of sauce (not too saucy, not too dry) and each piece was fairly large compared to some other places I've been. The calamari was not bad and came in a fair portion. I've also had the Guiness Pot Pie in my previous visit but didn't find it that great.

I had the same server both times I've been here and she has been excellent. She is friendly, talkative and attentive as she checked in on us often.

Overall this is a pretty cool place to hang out with friends and grab some snacks and drinks. Definitely will be back.