Stopped by after seeing some videos about this place and I did not regret it. Ordered a poutine and it was phenomenal. Fries are fresh — not too greasy. And they don’t skip out on quantity. Lemonade is super good, definitely fresh and they give you a lot for just 5 dollars.
I have never had so much cheese curds and bacon in my poutine. Just the perfect amount. Would definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Poutine, Fries
Kanwar G (KG)
Excellent store serving the west lake area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sowmiya Reddy
OMG! such a amazing cheese sticks and chicken burger we had while headed towards Sandbanks.
Friendly staff and awesome food! We were so happy to see this family-owned spot still open since our last visit in 2018 (when it was The Tambo Snack Bar), just under a new name. Discovered it’s been a part of the PEC community for a long time, which makes it even more special. Stopped here several times after beach days - loved the fries, cheeseburger, and especially the cheesesteak sandwich. The 1L lemonade was the perfect refresh after hours in the sun. Even grabbed one of their stickers because I love this place so much 😂🙌🏽. Can’t wait to visit again next time we’re in PEC!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gary Bertao
This little family owned convenience store 5 minutes from the beach is also home to a grill with the best food in The County! Whatever you feel like eating - from wings to fish n chips to fried chicken, I promise you it will probably be the best you ever had! The Tambo is the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Poutine, Fries, Cheeseburger, Wings, Fried Chicken, Thick Cut Onion Rings, Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara, Skin-On French Fries
Big Mark
Kevin and his staff are wonderful people; honest, very kind and down to earth.
My wife and I (she worked here many, many years ago!) both had the poutine - it was fantastic.
Equal to if not better than anything you’d get in Montreal !
I noticed that all the grocery items are fresh too and very reasonably priced.
So don’t drive past The Tambo next time.
Stop in for your sundry grocery items and their delicious takeout food as well.
You will not be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Louise McFaul
Amazingly good, greasy diner food. So tasty and so filling. The hidden gem is their fresh squeezed lemonade they sell by the litre for $5. Absolutely fabulous.
the food was really good the workers were super nice and friendly the price was really good i spent 37 dollars and got a full stomach and left overs for another meal HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Trinity Britten
Food is delicious! We went everyday for the time we were there for. Unfortunately they're closed on Tuesdays so we couldn't get one last bite before our drive home, but we'll be back to try the chicken balls in the future!
To those visiting the area, the chicken bites with pineapple curry are to die for! Sweet and savoury, very fresh and crispy. Still craving for them. 😋
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sahana Balakumar
This place is unreal. The customer service? Actually no words—it’s THAT good. Everyone was so nice and made the whole experience feel way better than just grabbing snacks. Plus, the selection is amazing. They’ve got everything from classics to stuff you don’t usually find anywhere else. Definitely my new go-to spot whenever I’m craving something.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Amanda Eyles
Great little convenience store and grill if you want to get a bite to eat before (or after) you hit up the Sandbanks. It's at 1368 County Rd 12, near the park.
It is a popular little place and has been around for years. It's beloved by the locals. Family owned. It used to be a gas station, but no longer.
You can bring your pooch - and eat in the outdoor area - lots of tables.
They have Kawartha ice cream and tons of yummy things on the menu. The burgers are delish - the poutine yummy. I like a crispy fry so (when I remember) I try to ask for the fries well done anywhere I go.
Portions are generous! We couldn't even eat all the poutine. The onion rings were so good too, omg, my fav.
Prices reasonable.
Staff are very friendly and kind.
It's open every day from 8-9pm but note that the kitchen is only open from 11-9pm.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Basir Khan
Hidden Gem! Philly sandwich was amazing and my son said poutine was top notch. You have to get the lemonade .
Best place in the county! We were missing a cheese grater and trying to make Mac n Cheese, and lo and behold, The Tambo Store had multiple in stock.
Anything you need, you can find here!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Classic looking place with attached store
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Poutine, Bacon Cheese Burgers
Stopped by after seeing some videos about this place and I did not regret it. Ordered a poutine and it was phenomenal. Fries are fresh — not too greasy. And they don’t skip out on quantity. Lemonade is super good, definitely fresh and they give you a lot for just 5 dollars.
I have never had so much cheese curds and bacon in my poutine. Just the perfect amount. Would definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Poutine, Fries
Excellent store serving the west lake area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
OMG! such a amazing cheese sticks and chicken burger we had while headed towards Sandbanks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Poutine, Fried Chicken, Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara, Chicken Burger
Friendly staff and awesome food! We were so happy to see this family-owned spot still open since our last visit in 2018 (when it was The Tambo Snack Bar), just under a new name. Discovered it’s been a part of the PEC community for a long time, which makes it even more special. Stopped here several times after beach days - loved the fries, cheeseburger, and especially the cheesesteak sandwich. The 1L lemonade was the perfect refresh after hours in the sun. Even grabbed one of their stickers because I love this place so much 😂🙌🏽. Can’t wait to visit again next time we’re in PEC!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This little family owned convenience store 5 minutes from the beach is also home to a grill with the best food in The County! Whatever you feel like eating - from wings to fish n chips to fried chicken, I promise you it will probably be the best you ever had! The Tambo is the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger, Poutine, Fries, Cheeseburger, Wings, Fried Chicken, Thick Cut Onion Rings, Mozzarella Sticks with Marinara, Skin-On French Fries
Kevin and his staff are wonderful people; honest, very kind and down to earth.
My wife and I (she worked here many, many years ago!) both had the poutine - it was fantastic.
Equal to if not better than anything you’d get in Montreal !
I noticed that all the grocery items are fresh too and very reasonably priced.
So don’t drive past The Tambo next time.
Stop in for your sundry grocery items and their delicious takeout food as well.
You will not be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazingly good, greasy diner food. So tasty and so filling. The hidden gem is their fresh squeezed lemonade they sell by the litre for $5. Absolutely fabulous.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best food in the county will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
the food was really good the workers were super nice and friendly the price was really good i spent 37 dollars and got a full stomach and left overs for another meal HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is delicious! We went everyday for the time we were there for. Unfortunately they're closed on Tuesdays so we couldn't get one last bite before our drive home, but we'll be back to try the chicken balls in the future!
To those visiting the area, the chicken bites with pineapple curry are to die for! Sweet and savoury, very fresh and crispy. Still craving for them. 😋
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is unreal. The customer service? Actually no words—it’s THAT good. Everyone was so nice and made the whole experience feel way better than just grabbing snacks. Plus, the selection is amazing. They’ve got everything from classics to stuff you don’t usually find anywhere else. Definitely my new go-to spot whenever I’m craving something.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great little convenience store and grill if you want to get a bite to eat before (or after) you hit up the Sandbanks. It's at 1368 County Rd 12, near the park.
It is a popular little place and has been around for years. It's beloved by the locals. Family owned. It used to be a gas station, but no longer.
You can bring your pooch - and eat in the outdoor area - lots of tables.
They have Kawartha ice cream and tons of yummy things on the menu. The burgers are delish - the poutine yummy. I like a crispy fry so (when I remember) I try to ask for the fries well done anywhere I go.
Portions are generous! We couldn't even eat all the poutine. The onion rings were so good too, omg, my fav.
Prices reasonable.
Staff are very friendly and kind.
It's open every day from 8-9pm but note that the kitchen is only open from 11-9pm.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Hidden Gem! Philly sandwich was amazing and my son said poutine was top notch. You have to get the lemonade .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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