At the Guv'nor we celebrate rich English tradition with our old-world inspired experience. Our distinctive character, award-winning presentation, considerate amenities, and nationally-certified staff will make the Guv'nor your new favourite destination for years to come. Come visit us!
We have a wonderful selection of guest rooms, including our prized luxury accommodation, the Sweeney Suite and popular courtyard accommodations with private access for our guests.We excel in our unequaled list of thoughtful amenities. The Guv'nor Pub is known for moose specialties, hearty, weekend brunches, a charming wine list, and Wing Night Tuesday!
We have a wonderful selection of guest rooms, including our prized luxury accommodation, the Sweeney Suite and popular courtyard accommodations with private access for our guests.We excel in our unequaled list of thoughtful amenities. The Guv'nor Pub is known for moose specialties, hearty, weekend brunches, a charming wine list, and Wing Night Tuesday!
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The award-winning Guv'nor Inn celebrates quaint English tradition in the heart of St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador, North America's oldest colony. Stay with us and experience unique character, esteemed presentation, caring amenities and our enthusiastic, nationally-certified staff.
We are centrally located near Memorial University of Newfoundland, the Health Sciences Centre, most medical specialists, Arts and Culture Centre, Confederation Building, and historic downtown St. John's.Dine at the Guv'nor Pub & Eatery or book your next catered gathering at our function rooms, both on site.
We are centrally located near Memorial University of Newfoundland, the Health Sciences Centre, most medical specialists, Arts and Culture Centre, Confederation Building, and historic downtown St. John's.Dine at the Guv'nor Pub & Eatery or book your next catered gathering at our function rooms, both on site.
The Guv'nor Inn seeks to exceed the expectations of today's thrifty traveler in comfort and value. We have a wonderful selection of guest rooms, including our prized luxury accommodation, the Sweeney Suite, and popular courtyard accommodations with private access for our guests. The Guv'nor Inn truly excels in our unequaled list of thoughtful amenities.
Relax in authentic Old-English ambience and enjoy a marvellous selection from our delightfully diverse menu. Find your preferred pint on tap, enthusiastic service, and a creative hybrid of Newfoundland and British fare. The Guv'nor Pub is known for moose specialties, hearty weekend brunches, a charming wine list, and Wing Night Tuesday!
From seminars and conferences to weddings and social receptions, The Guv'nor means business. When you book your function at The Study or Drawing Room you are making a splendid choice! The Guv'nor Function Rooms are ideal for social gatherings and wedding receptions. Plus, we continue to receive rave reviews from the business community for our performance with seminars and conferences.
Reviews (20)
Tammy Blackmore
Dec 21, 2021
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Spent this past weekend @ the Gov’nor and the food was absolutely delicious!! We have eaten 4 meals there throughout the weekend and it was superb!! Very delicious and tasty. The staff was absolutely amazing and very, very friendly 😊 Nice and Cozy atmosphere and couldn’t ask for any better! We highly recommend the Guv’nor, both rooms and pub 😊
Jason Vorhees
Dec 15, 2021
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Matt Temple
Dec 02, 2021
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Adam Warren
Nov 02, 2021
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Noah Lanphear
Oct 27, 2021
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Melinda Walsh
Oct 12, 2021
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Matthew Lougheed
Sep 28, 2021
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Ryan Pugh
Sep 27, 2021
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Vaughan Strong
Aug 13, 2021
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I have been staying at the Govnor Inn for almost 8 years now, and I have to say that I love everything about this place. From the rooms, to the excellent food, and I call them Family like staff. They are all exceptional people and their experience shows in every thing they do.
I have recommended this place so many times. I want to say hi to Patrick at the front desk, Rita the Manager, Heather the best server in the world and the many more staff. Thank you for treating me so well every time I visit you, to get a break in my life. Your friend Vaughan
I have recommended this place so many times. I want to say hi to Patrick at the front desk, Rita the Manager, Heather the best server in the world and the many more staff. Thank you for treating me so well every time I visit you, to get a break in my life. Your friend Vaughan
David Blundon
Apr 26, 2021
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Great food and service as always experienced here. In fact we ended up going twice in one week.
First time for the hot turkey sandwich, the next for the Easter dinner special.
Always tasty and plentiful portions.
Kevin happened to be our server on both occasions. Friendly/great service.
Highly recommend the food here.
First time for the hot turkey sandwich, the next for the Easter dinner special.
Always tasty and plentiful portions.
Kevin happened to be our server on both occasions. Friendly/great service.
Highly recommend the food here.
Doreen P.
Sep 08, 2019
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Been frequenting the Gov'Nor for over 20 years and am always pleased with the experience. Washrooms (and therefore I assume the kitchen also) is always very clean.
I wrote the above review a few years ago but neglected to post it. Today almost completely changed my mind. I've found over the past few years, the service you get depends on what staff are working. The staff that have been there for years and years are so good at taken care of you.
I wrote the above review a few years ago but neglected to post it. Today almost completely changed my mind. I've found over the past few years, the service you get depends on what staff are working. The staff that have been there for years and years are so good at taken care of you.
Kelly S.
Apr 21, 2018
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Seems as though the quality of food has improved again and I'm happy to say that the Gov'nor is becoming one of my favourite places to eat again. I've now had breakfast, brunch and lunch at the restaurant and the food has been great! Excellent portions and comes hot. Service has improved greatly and staff seem genuinely happy to work there and provide service. Menu is extensive and well proportioned!
Zoejaiwah F.
Nov 13, 2016
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Very serene, with excellent choices of traditional Newfoundland folk music and we had a well mannered server.
The front signs states "Please Be Seated" however most signs in other restaurant states "Please wait to be seated" or "Seat yourselves" threw us off.
Our meal came promptly I had the steak and eggs brunch! My partner had Eggs Benedict, it looks absolutely scrumptious!
About to dive in!
So far it's excellent, it'd do you well to stop in here for an affordable brunch and a look; you won't be disappointed.
The front signs states "Please Be Seated" however most signs in other restaurant states "Please wait to be seated" or "Seat yourselves" threw us off.
Our meal came promptly I had the steak and eggs brunch! My partner had Eggs Benedict, it looks absolutely scrumptious!
About to dive in!
So far it's excellent, it'd do you well to stop in here for an affordable brunch and a look; you won't be disappointed.
Mike W.
Apr 04, 2016
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Great pub atmosphere for a pint but the quality of their food and service has really changed for the worst. Their Beef Dipper was once the best in town but is terrible now. Same for the pan fried cod.
Service by the wait staff has also gotten worse with a high turn over. On the night we were there, orders were exceedingly late and both of ours were wrong.
It's a shame really - was once one of my favourite go to places for a pint and pub grub in a great setting.
Service by the wait staff has also gotten worse with a high turn over. On the night we were there, orders were exceedingly late and both of ours were wrong.
It's a shame really - was once one of my favourite go to places for a pint and pub grub in a great setting.
Robert B.
Oct 18, 2014
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Lee S.
Mar 09, 2013
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I'm a fan for three reasons: 1) the pints, 2) the atmosphere, and 3) the onion rings.
Nothing else about this place is extraordinary, but not bad either. It's one of my favourite places in St. John's to get a beer and a burger. Oh, and always start with onion rings. Might need to go back more than once to get the really great onion rings, but if you get the cooks on a good night they (the onion rings) are the best in town.
Most times the service is good - had one annoying guy once who made fun of us for asking what kind of wings they had. ("Any kind you want." "
Nothing else about this place is extraordinary, but not bad either. It's one of my favourite places in St. John's to get a beer and a burger. Oh, and always start with onion rings. Might need to go back more than once to get the really great onion rings, but if you get the cooks on a good night they (the onion rings) are the best in town.
Most times the service is good - had one annoying guy once who made fun of us for asking what kind of wings they had. ("Any kind you want." "
Alex B.
Apr 06, 2011
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Had a late night meal at The Guv'nor Pub, and walked away very full and impressed. The atmosphere is great, with lots of knick-knacks and plenty of 'old world' charm. The food was good, and portions were big (we split the Guv'nor's Feast and weren't able to finish it). Service was amazing. We definitely plan on going back.
Ashlee F.
Mar 23, 2011
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This is my favourite place for breakfast in St. John's, everything is so delicious! I recommend trying the breakfast skillet, it has scrambled eggs, hash browns, cheese and hollandaise sauce plus you can add in a lot of different meats and veggies (for cost of course!) The wait time for our food did take a while, but it was well worth it - and the staff were really nice!
Chun M.
Mar 21, 2010
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Be warned, the wait time for any service is unreal. It was a Saturday night when I arrived at this pub, the decor is very Irish/Pub-ish as I was told by my table. The food was alright, but the wait time is very notice-able.
They do have a handful of traditional cooked meals, but I couldn't bare the wait for my next adventure.
They do have a handful of traditional cooked meals, but I couldn't bare the wait for my next adventure.
Cristie K.
Jan 25, 2010
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