Craig Street Brew Pub Review: Who’s in the Kitchen?

Overview

Today I’m at Craig Street Brew Pub in Duncan, BC—digging into pub classics, house brews, and the big question: should restaurants tell you who’s actually cooking your food? As always, I’m looking at taste, consistency, hospitality, and overall value for your night out in the Cowichan Valley.

Atmosphere

Warm wood, lively after-work energy, and a classic brew-pub vibe. Seating is comfortable with good sightlines; noise level is friendly buzz rather than shout-to-be-heard.

Service

Hosts were quick, servers were present without hovering, and courses paced reasonably. Check-ins arrived at smart intervals—enough to help, not enough to interrupt.

Food & Drink

Expect well-seasoned pub fare and a lineup of house beers geared to broad tastes. Portions sit in the “comfortably full” range. Plating leans rustic—on brand for a neighborhood brew pub.

• Starters: Shareables you can actually share, balanced salt/acid so your pint still shines.
• Mains: Pub staples with attention to cook temps and texture (crispy stays crispy).
• Beer: House selections complement rich dishes without overwhelming the palate.

“Who’s in the Kitchen?” Should Restaurants Tell You?

As viewers of my channel know, I care about who is cooking—because it affects consistency and accountability. Some diners want pure experience, others want transparency: is it a seasoned chef running the pass tonight, a junior cook learning the ropes, or a guest chef? I argue that light-touch transparency builds trust: not a bio on every plate, but a simple cue on specials or a note when there’s a guest in the kitchen. It sets expectations and helps explain style shifts from one visit to the next.

Price & Value

Competitive for the area and style. If you’re pairing a starter, main, and house pint, you’ll feel you’ve spent sensibly for a relaxed evening out in Duncan.

Watch the Full Video Review

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