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Natalia

5.0

An Unforgettable Stay at the Mactavern! Already Can't Wait to Return

My partner & I escaped to Val-David for a snowy weekend of relaxation & exploring, & our stay at the Mactavern was nothing short of incredible.

From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed by the staff. After dropping off our bags, we were greeted by two of the four owners-warm, genuine, & excited to show us around their beautiful (new) space. The location is perfect: just a short walk from the quaint village shops & right in front of the river, whose gentle stream you can hear from the auberge. It's the kind of atmosphere that instantly makes you exhale.

Naturally, we wandered into the restaurant, where the crackling wood oven in the corner set the perfect cozy ambiance & the host offered a warm blanket. It was perfect as the first layer of snow settled outside. Soon after, we were introduced to Mike & Tim, the brother duo & creative forces behind the kitchen (Mike) & the drinks (Tim). Their passion shows in everything they do, this is truly a place for foodies, by foodies.

We began with two hot cider drinks & a crisp lager, which paired beautifully with the perfect fish & chips, flaky, cooked just right, with cold peas that balanced the dish perfectly. As our second courses made their way to the table, I noticed Tim warming our plates on the wood oven. They think of everything, & that care shows in every detail.

Then came the steak & linguine. All we can say is wowwww. The steak was phenomenal, & the peppercorn au jus was honestly the best I've ever had.

From the food to the ambiance to the heartfelt hospitality, the entire experience at the Mactavern was unforgettable. Thank you to the whole team for an exceptional stay. We can't wait to come back.

Karine

5.0

Thanks for a lovely evening! You guys rock & I can't wait to be back to what I value in a pub. Good food, good drinks, good people & good tunes. Have the Welsh rarebit!

Michel

5.0

Une superbe découverte. Auberge très bien rénovée avec un accueil des plus sympathiques, des chambres très confortables, un petit déjeuner compris & le tout pour 107$ plus taxes, c'est de loin le meilleur qualité prix que nous avons rencontré dans les Laurentides. & pour finir ils ont un pub ou l'on a mangé un succulent cheese burger & une non moins succulente tourte au poulet. Ne cherchez plus c'est LA place à Val David.

Scott

5.0

We went to the pub. Can't speak about the rooms, but the pub was such a great experience, we went twice in our 3 night stay in Val-David. The food was absolutely DELICIOUS & the service & whole experience made that food even better. I'd give it 10 stars if I could. Don't miss this cozy gem!

via Other

5.0

We went to the pub. It was such a great experience, we went twice in our 3 night stay in Val-David. The food was absolutely DELICIOUS & the service & whole experience made that food even better. I'd give it 10 stars if I could. Don't miss this cozy gem! Great atmosphere, comfort food, nice view of the river & just a great vibe.

Florent

2.0

La décoration a complètement changé, tout le cachet d'avant s'est envolé. 😔 L'endroit est devenu assez quelconque,... avec un accueil qui ne ressemble pas à celui de l'ambiance de Val-David (chaleureux) C'est vraiment dommage d'avoir tout changé comme ça… Je leur souhaite malgré tout une bonne continuation…
Vous avez aussi une superbe balade à faire en avant avec la rivière…

Bobby

5.0

While I still have a few days left to my stay, I think it is safe to say this team has done a great job bringing great food, drink, & accommodation to Val-David. ...Oh-- & they have Guinness on tap...
Less than 20 meters from the P'tit Train du Nord trail, access for cycling [or cross-country skiing in the winter] is a breeze.

Marvin

5.0

Went for a hike in Val David with friends & stopped by for lunch. Sat on the terrace & Tim & his team were amazing. The fresh locally sourced salads & the Burgers were perfectly made & so tasty. Service was impeccable. We topped it off with a peach cobbler. What a way to top off a hike. Highly recommend you stop in & get some of Tim's food & hospitality.

Geoffrey

5.0

Une superbe nouvelles adresse dans le coin de val David, super accueil, cuisine de qualité ! N'hésitez pas à aller les encourager !

Marie

5.0

Excellent service. Burger & fish & chips trop bons!! On va revenir souvent. Nouvel endroit préféré à Val-David. Accueille chaleureux. Ambiance familiale mais aussi parfait pour souper/diner entre amis avec bonnes bières & cocktails. Les chambres trop jolies & propres. Déjeuner compris. Parfait.