MacTaverne — Pub, Auberge & Weekend Getaways in Val-David
MacTaverne — Val-David
In Val-David, MacTaverne has the charm of those places where you settle in comfortably… and find it hard to leave. Here, timeless classics are celebrated with care: a perfectly poured Guinness, thoughtfully prepared food, and genuine hospitality. Simple, warm, and just right — the kind of pub you quickly want to make your own.
A Family Affair
MacTaverne is, above all, a family project.
Tim Robertson (formerly of Barroco Group, Hiatus, Sora 45, and Rose Orange) shapes the overall vision, bar program, and wine list. His approach is refined but approachable, focused on balance, pleasure, and hospitality that never feels forced.
His wife, Lindsay Hughes (also formerly of Barroco Group), oversees human resources and guest experience, ensuring the atmosphere remains welcoming, relaxed, and attentive from the moment guests arrive.
In the kitchen, Tim’s brother Mike Robertson (formerly of Parasol, Hôtel Herman, and Beba) leads with a confident, thoughtful hand. His cooking is precise, generous, and rooted in comfort. Alongside him is his partner Jennifer Nguyen, an exceptionally talented pastry chef whose desserts bring a perfect finishing touch to the table.
Behind the scenes, Lynne and Craig Robertson, the parents, provide the steady foundation — experience, perspective, and cohesion — that anchors the entire project.
On the Plate
The cuisine at MacTaverne champions timeless pub classics, executed with precision: impeccable fish and chips, scotch eggs, tavern burgers, and beautifully cooked steaks sourced from David and Philip’s farm.
Throughout the seasons, Mike builds dishes around what his partner farmers deliver. The food is honest, seasonal, and thoughtful: comfort cooking that respects its ingredients.
And don’t leave without dessert. Jennifer’s Sticky Toffee Pudding is rich, decadent, and absolutely worth saving room for.
To Drink
At the bar, the pub spirit is expressed without compromise. You’ll find beer poured properly, carefully crafted cocktails inspired by Tim’s seasonal ideas, and a well-chosen wine list designed to be enjoyed rather than overthought. Everything is intentional, balanced, and inviting.
MacTaverne doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel — it refines it. People come for the impeccable execution, the warmth of the welcome, and the feeling that makes you ask, “Where else can I find this?”
And if you want to extend the experience, the inn upstairs completes the picture. Breakfast is just as thoughtful and satisfying as everything else — we promise.
MacTaverne Inn + Pub is the realization of a place built by people who truly love to host, drawing on more than 50 years of combined hospitality experience across the family.
Enjoy the discovery.
