The relaxing outside patio at South side shake

Southside Shake

From Their Website:

“Southside Shake is Fredericton’s first and trendiest Gin Bar. Our bar features the largest gin selection in New Brunswick. Our cocktail list includes the “Classics” with our own spin, and a very gin heavy theme that each of our bartenders have contributed to. We offer a variety of ‘tapas’ that are great to share, this evolving dining experience is meant to get you out with friends, share plates and converse! Sit at the bar, on our covered patio, or our terrace.

Grab all of your friends and head downtown! Our team is here, so let the fun be Gin.”

My Review

The venue is in the Hilton Hotel in Fredericton. They have a great covered outside patio that provides a nice comfortable spot to enjoy. The area is heated into the fall to extend the life of the patio. This was a outing with some friends to enjoy some tapas and drinks. I started my selection with 12 beautiful fresh and full oysters. There was a dill pickle theme to the mignonette. Next I tried the Duck Confit Spring Rolls. This dish was middle of the road for me, less flavor than expected. Next on the list was the Bacon Wrapped Scallops, I mean how can you go wrong with this type of dish. Scallops where a little over but other than that a ton of flavor. The Frites were nothing short of amazing, large cut Russett potatoes fried, cut, and flavored to perfection. Would certainly want to try again. I also tried the Chicken Wings, these had a nice flavor, super crispy skin and served with a side sauce. Then it came to desert we had 3 dishes to share. The Gin Glazed Mini Cinnamon Rolls amazing, a must have. Soft packed with flavor and very enjoyable, assuming you like cinnamon! The Deep Fried Carrot cake was delicious and unique. Soft carrot cake center and deep-fried crust on the outside. To die for. Last but not least Spiced Cake with Irish Whiskey Sauce. This desert was delicious, moist, and covered in the gorgeous whiskey sauce. I must have. They also offer a huge selection of Gin and we especially loved the min flights that allow you to try three mini Cocktails. Great to find your favorite. I would rate at $$$ on the expense side but woerth every penny in my view.

My Star Rating
9.5/10

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