Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It’s a spot that often gets overlooked as it’s part of the Best Western hotel. Pembroke doesn’t have a ton of mid-tier casual dining spots so Westwinds is an alright option if you want somewhere to meet a friend for a beer or to take visiting family for a low key meal.
We’ve been a few times, usually when someone is staying at the hotel. The atmosphere is laid back. The main dining room feels like a sports bar/pub with TVs and both booths and tables for seating. There is a quieter dining room in the back (with no TVs) and a private party room in the very back.
The service is good, prompt and friendly. There weren’t many draft beer options but they did have more cans and bottles available. The food is ok, standard casual dining fair. They have a selection of appetizers, burgers, steaks, pizzas, pastas, etc. The prices are a tad on the high side of average but not outrageous. I would expect to spend $30-$35 for a beer and burger (tax and tip included). The food quality is average but can be hit or miss. We’ve been and had some great food but also had some not so great food (think oily salads and “crispy” nachos). I guess it depends on who they have in the kitchen that night.
There is a lot of parking all around the hotel. It is right off highway 17 so quite accessible if you’re travelling. If you’re in town it is a bit out of the way but Pembroke isn’t exactly a big place either.
They do have space and can accommodate a large group. I know my partner has been to a couple of dinners with her volunteer organizations. I would recommend calling ahead if you have a large group to make sure they can accommodate your schedule.
On a side note, a cool thing is that the hotel (at the time of this review) has paid public access to their pool and gym. That means you don’t need to be a hotel guest to take the kids for a swim in the pool then grab dinner at the restaurant! That is something we have done on several of our visits to Westwinds.
Overall it is a good option for a casual dinner or if you have a large group and a better one if you plan on using the hotel’s other amenities.
