My family and I were visiting town and absolutely starving, so we decided to stop by this place and give it a try. I had never been to a cidery bar before, so this was a completely new experience for me. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcomed us right away, telling us to pick any table we liked. I really wanted to try their ciders, but since I hadn't eaten anything yet, I didn't want to risk getting a stomachache, so I skipped them this time. I'll definitely be back to try them on my next visit though! I ordered the fried chicken sandwich, and it was excellent! perfectly seasoned and fried. The coleslaw on top made it the perfect combination. They also had soft music playing in the background, which kept the atmosphere calm and made it easy for our group of eight to comfortably talk across the table. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'm definitely looking forward to coming back for the ciders next time! read more

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I decided to try this place as my first meal here in Canada. I was pleasantly surprised with their fried chicken sandwich. The chicken was flavorful, and the buttermilk ranch complimented it so well. I avoided the hot sauce, out of preference, but the sandwich was fantastic nonetheless. It came with a side of fries that was perfectly seasoned. The servers were awesome. Their kindness and patience really gives this visit a cozy and overall great experience. read more

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Okay I think the jury is clearly in. If there is a better fried chicken sandwich on the planet declare yourself! Because none compares to the pure perfection of the Fried Chicken Sandwich at the Chain Yard. Now my daughter ordered the veggie sandwich and was not disappointed and the chicken tacos were the topic of significant conversation between calls of Bingo. (Wednesday nights at 7). Of course - top notch service and the best variety of ciders in the city. Come once and you will become a regular. See you at the Chain Yard! read more

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LOVE this place. Stopped on a visit to Halifax recently. Ciders are my favorite in the States and this place did not disappoint. I was hesitant to order because most of their ciders were dry, but our server steered me toward Lush, and it was really good. The fried chicken though? I'd fly back just for that! No joke! read more

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I've always been a cider fan, so upon the recent opening of Chain Yard Cider in the former Fred space on Agricola and North, I was excited to try this unique (at least in Halifax) business. Meeting up with a friend on a Saturday evening, the brightly-coloured cidery was pretty well full up, with all the tables occupied, although I was able to snag a couple seats at the bar. Decor is pretty minimal, with the yellow and blue walls taking prominence, and I enjoyed their "Drink more apples" sign. Their tiny kitchen is shoehorned in one corner, while their cider production facility and merch counter takes up a good chunk of the other end of the building. Posters stapled to a plywood panel above their taps list the several ciders (house brand and guest), and local beers available on draught. There's kombucha and ginger beer if you're not imbibing, but still want to be cool. I had to go with one of the in-house varieties to start, and it was an easy choice when I saw that they had a hopped cider. Dry, but not too dry, and with just a hint of floral hops, I'd call it a gateway drink for beer, but it would be hard to stop drinking this fantastic cider. Being a cynic and a fan of food lends itself to becoming jaded with menus that tend to blur together as trends come and go, or simply aren't very creative. So when I want to eat nearly everything on a menu, it's a rare event indeed, but Unchained Kitchen had me wishing I had more of an appetite. A southern/eastern seaboard theme definitely runs through the menu, with the likes of Old Bay fries,sa soft shell clam bake, and a fried oyster po'boy singing a delicious siren song. Alas, a hefty mid-afternoon meal at home was weighing on my appetite, so we just ordered the Old Bay fries and deep fried snails. Our bowls of deep fried fare were soon in front of us, accompanied by the flights of ciders we got to further sample their apple-based wares. The fries had the signature peppery and earthy flavour of Maryland's favourite seasoning, and were wonderfully crisp. Paired with the dill pickle aioli, you're gonna want a couple orders of these.  These fries are top contenders with the likes of Stillwell and Ace.   The fried snails were panko crusted for a light and crunchy coating that held the moist and tender molluscs inside. The Russian aioli was tasty, but I enjoyed the snails on their own.  Service was friendly and efficient.  The momentum of the food and drink scene in the north end keeps chugging along like a bearded, plaid-wearing train, and I'll gladly tag along for the ride with food and drink this good. read more

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Awesome place for the first time being there! Was very comfortable, great customer service and vibe- the food looked awesome so had to take out being leaving and the drinks are an awesome price! Love the fact that they are dog friendly read more

In Halifax for a conference and was recommended to visit the Chain Yard if I liked ciders (I don't, but my friend does). The inside is very funky and fun, with a large bar and some table seating. Our server was friendly and took the time to explain everything to us in detail. We each ordered the flight of ciders - 4 x 4oz ciders of your choice (on tap) for only $10! I'm not a regular cider drinker, so I was overwhelmed by the extensive menu, but our server was amazing in recommending her favourites, as well as what she thinks we'd like. I ended up going for the Foundation, Hot Mess, Cherry, and Pommies. My friend ordered four different ciders so that we can try a wider variety. Also ordered some seasoned fries with dill pickle aioli to share. The ciders were AMAZING. Perfect tasting sizes, and each one so full of flavour. My friend absolutely adored the Hot Mess, and ended up ordering a full glass after our flights. The fries were well seasoned and were absolutely delicious with the aioli. My bill for the visit was $14 for the flight and half the fries. Very reasonable for what you're getting! They also sell the adorable tasting glasses for $5 each (my friend purchased a couple as souvenirs - they're engraved with the Chain Yard's logo!) Overall, a fantastic experience. The atmosphere, service, food, drinks, everything was top notch. 5 stars!!! read more

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Always a favourite! Shared the fried chicken, and new fall tempura lobster. Really nice presentation but the tempura got a little soggy from the etouffée. This is very filling, would be nice to have less etouffée & a little side salad. All in all though, Flavours were amazing as always. I got some extra buttermilk ranch on the side for dipping which was . Can't wait to try the entire menu read more

Chain Yard Urban Cidery - Cideries Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Great space - so much potential! There are a variety of ciders on tap brewed on site, plus a selection of guest ciders. A few local craft beer guest taps, local soda pop choices, and a small wine selection round out the beverage offerings. Try an adorable flight of 4 different ciders for $10.50 to decide what you'd like a bigger glass of! Nice selection of small plates and bar bites for sharing, as well as a burger and po'boy choices if you're hungry. Staff were attentive and pleasant. We sat at the high wooden bar which is nice and wide with plenty of space to see what's going on. Several high tables with tall chairs have a view of North street, while a bench along the back while with smaller tables and a couple of big group tables in the wide open floor space offer plenty of seating options. You can bring growlers from other breweries (preferably clean) and staff will re-fill with your choice of cider, or buy a large glass cider bottle to get fill and bring home. They also have several of the varietals in cans on site to buy. These have been so popular in NSLC I had yet to see them for sale! You can also peek in at the brewing operation through a side door if you're curious about the inner workings. We tried the 5 Chair Yard ciders on tap plus the chocolate BBQ pork ribs with grilled peach hash and shrimp 3 bean salad - totally yum! Looking forward to trying the changing menu and seeing what kind of events they start to host here! A welcome addition to the neighbourhood. read more

Chain Yard Urban Cidery - Chocolate BBQ pork ribs & shrimp 3 bean salad - yum! - Cideries Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

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We stopped here on a food tour of Halifax. It was during the day, so not too busy. Very cool vibe. If I lived in Halifax I would be a regular, and I don't even like cider that much...but their food is outstanding! We were able to try the Coconut Curry Spice Krispies, which were phenomenal!!! We also had the fried chicken with a buffalo sauce, also very good. read more

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I can't speak to the quality of their Ciders, but can speak about their food. Tonight we ordered through Uber Eats - Which worked out great! - from this restaurant within the Ciderie called the Unchained Kitchen. All of it surpassed my taste buds expectations tenfold. We had: Tempura Lobster Tail w/ Poblano Cheddar Etouffée Savoury Blue Cheese & Okra Donuts Roasted Chicken & Mushroom Pot Pie Buffalo Style Cauliflower Tacos with Tangy Tahini Unchained Jambalaya with Sausage, Shrimp & Chicken Mushroom Ragu w/Truffled Polenta (Ranked in order of preference - which was a difficult task!) OMG. You'd think you were dining at one of Chicago's or San Francisco's Best Restaurants! The food was became more divine with every bite! Next time I visit I'll be pairing their food with their food! I'd highly recommend you check out their menu - enjoyed all of it & will hit REPEAT upon the next visit! read more

I don't get the appeal. It's a cute hang out spot, with a cozy patio, but the cider....all tastes the same. If you love the taste of pure apple juice, then this is the cider for you. But with so many cider companies now, I don't see why you would choose here. We got a flight and it was fun to try all the different kinds. The Kombucha (Solas) was actually phenomenal, while all the ciders left something to be desired. Service is nice and attentive, but the cider is just not worth it. The guest taps though are a great idea. I'm hoping this place will grow on me. read more

My wife and I checked out this relatively new addition to our North End neighbourhood. First off, the atmosphere and seating were great. It is an open space with outdoor seating options. We had an appetizer (curry rice crisps) which tasted wonderful but we both agreed was more of a dessert, it was very sweet. I had the burger and fries. The fries were great, the burger was disappointing. The apple bacon slaw was very mushy, and didn't taste like apple or bacon. I was hoping for a fresh crisp bite of apple and bacon, that didn't arrive.The burger itself wasn't overly flavourful. Now my wife got the jambalaya and it was great. Spicy, the shrimp was good and she was happy. I definitely will be back to try two other items I saw on the menu and will update as appropriate. All in all a nice spot that I am sure I will be back too. read more

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First tried here on an overcast Sunday evening in July around 7pm? My friend and I took two seats at the bar. The place wasn't busy, but not dead either. I didn't count the seating capacity but there are a few large tables for groups, several small tables, and wrap around chairs at the large wooden bar. Modern, cool, fun atmosphere with some apple themed decor (eg a large cartoon mural), colorful walls, bare concrete floor, merchandise section to buy clothing/glasses/canned cider when you first walk in, and a glass wall to the right to see the actual cidery in action. Very friendly staff. The cider flight sampler is very cute, served with four small glasses seated on a spiral black rack. I tasted the Yard Berry and the Hops, and enjoyed both a lot, and I'm normally not a lover of ciders that much. Unfortunately, I don't see a menu on their website or FB page. To snack, we tried these coconut curry 'spice krispies' which weren't what I was expecting at all, but I liked them a lot. An almost brittle-like item, served as broken large pieces in a bowl, made with sunflower seeds and very sweet with lots of flavor ($6). Then we split the UK cheese & charcuterie board (selection of local cheese and meats from Ratinaud Blue Harbour & Ciro. $22). Small tin of olives and an 'apple bacon chow' came with the platter. Twelve slices of toasted white baguette were small, but they did the trick. I'd put a piece of meat & different cheese and the slaw on each one and made for some very good flavor pairings. Came back for lunch on an overcast Tuesday to try the bigger dishes and introduce the place to another friend. He tried the Cheesy Brisket Burger with the apple bacon chow & frites ($13)and said the burger was very good, definitely better than average. I opted for the Fried chicken Po Boy ($13) and glad it didn't come with a side because it is quite big and I couldn't finish it. A bit difficult to eat and messy, because it's so big, but had great flavor with a homemade hot sauce drizzle, fresh dill, another homemade ranch sauce maybe?, and some kind of slaw. Third visit: an overcast Wednesday for lunch in September. The place was quite empty again. I tried the Handmade Gnocchi with braised brisket & cremini ($17) which was good but didn't blow me away with flavor. I found it to be more of a stew, but not bad. My friend had the same burger as last time because burgers are his thing. Service friendly again. Most recent visit for lunch the place was empty and I enjoyed the Linguine Aglio e Olio (sauteed shrimp & olive gremolata $17), taking half in a doggie bag b/c it was a good sized portion, decent flavor. I look forward to going back here to eat again soon, and drink, or both. :) read more

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My partner and I were on vacation and stopped here after walking around Hydro Stone and the surrounding neighborhoods. The interior was a sight to behold. I felt like I was stepping on to the set of Nickelodeon's GUTS. Lots of purple and yellow. With the Agro Crag no where to be seen we grabbed a seat outside. We each ordered a flight giving us a sample of all of their in house as well as the guest ciders. The flight carriers were clever, but the contents seemed pretty one note. I'm not sure what happened, but the majority of them tasted very strongly of Brettanomyces. When I inquired with the server she wasn't sure what I was referring to. At the risk of sound like a snob, Brettanomyces is the ammonia-esque flavor in certain brewing yeasts. Not a universally loved flavor, but offers a unique taste when used intentionally. This flavor can be accidentally synthesized when there are mistakes in the brewing process (most common with improper sterilization or sealing during the fermentation process resulting in bacteria infiltration). Again, I'm not sure if this was an intentional flavor or not, but it wasn't noted on the menu and the server couldn't offer any background in the ciders. Having said that, we enjoyed the place! read more

I didn't know what to expect to be honest. I'm not a big cider drinker, so I ordered the Ginx because I like gin. Wow was it good. Most ciders are too sweet for my taste but this was perfect. Light crisp sweetness up front with a hint of bitter juniper on the finish that really balanced it out. Really wish I knew where to find something like this in the states! Watch out for that high ABV. You would never guess. I ordered scallops, which were served on top of creamed corn. The scallops were well cooked and seasoned, and the corn was a nice complement. After accidentally stumbling on this place, it turned out to be one of the best places we went to in Halifax. Highly recommended. read more

The beautiful and delicious cidery has been open for just about a week. We came here as our first stop of our beer bus tour (highly recommended). We tried a bunch of different ciders and they were all delicious. Ranging from dry to sweet. The food was also really good. The must try food is the fries chicken - wow!!!!! read more

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By far one of the best places I have been to in halifax, we where a group of five that went for lunch, to start our waitress was very friendly and answered all of our questions and there was alot of questions regarding the ciders. The food is phenomenal! 2 Brisket burgers, poutine, squash pizza and oysters as well as ciders. Extremely good and was served fast and hot, the squash pizza was by far the star!. It's been a long time since I have enjoyed food this good to the point of talking about it for 2 days. I personally did not have any ciders but everyone else did and they where very happy with them. Ps. Pro tip! If you or anyone else get oysters and the burger use the bourbon spray on the burger it's a game changer. read more

It was LOUD. The space (open) creates a vibe of people yelling. To be honest 'hated it'. Couldn't stay long. If you like LOUD, annoying, maybe better suited for you. Very nice exterior/interior. Cider; meh. read more

We didn't really order their drinks, so can't make comments on it. The environment is cozy and bright as a good place for friends to hang out. the service is greate, but the fried chicken is a little bit salty. the scallop sandwich is very very good though, nice and fresh! read more

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We went here on a Saturday night, so the atmosphere was lively and loud, and crowded. Even with all the other customers, our server was attentive and helpful. It was my 19th birthday, so we got three flights as a group. Our server was helpful when we picked what we wanted and brought the drinks out promptly. We had a really good time, and I would recommend this place. (Also, the bathrooms were very clean and the tables weren't sticky) read more

Canada is the new "It" place when "it" comes to weed and fine dining. Meet George, a plaid totting hipster beard yielding Canadian gent who brings a calm warmness to the bar. George will guide you through a full menu that includes insanely delicious options including Coconut Curry Spice Krispies. Are you paying attention Kellogg? You've missed the boat! Some disappointment because the wide eye dish "Cast Iron Seared Beef Tenderloin & Frites w Chimichurri has gone South, BUT the meal is saved by today's special Tikka Lamb Burger with Salad (not fries, because I don't need them BUT they do come with Chimichurri and Cheddar Cheese!!!). Ahhhhh!! Of course I also wanted the Tourtiere Ravioli W Browned Butter Sage which is a super fabulous minced mix of beef, pork, and chicken! Ugh, and what about the ciders? The range is wonderful no matter what taste your taste buds are seeking. So to all of you cruisers visiting Halifax, take a break from the cruise food and step off stop #8 on the Greyhound double decker bus tour and dive into Chain Yard Cidery today and tell George I sent ya! read more

Chain Yard Urban Cidery - Cideries Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Love this place! I always order there cider if I'm out and another spot has it! But you should def go here the food is amazing and the service is grate ! So many intestine things on the menu! Was a big fan of this place very good spot to go 100 percent would go again read more

Now I know being a place that specializes in cider I should talk about that, which I will, but I'll mention first that a friend recommended the food so I've been dying to go for a while. I've often dropped by for cider to go but never actually sat in. The place is nice. Casual but cosy, kind of like hanging out with friends. Our server was the same. Almost like he was just hanging out telling us what he likes. I had the cauliflower tacos and I have to say they were delicious. They are listed on the smalls menu but honestly you get two and it was a great lunch. They are fried so not exactly totally healthy but I didn't care. Also as a vegetarian there were a few items on the menu I'll definitely go back to try. Price was definitely reasonable. I had the tacos and two large ciders and the bill was around $33 plus tip. Not usually a cider person cus I find most too sweet I actually like a few of theirs (like I said I've gotten some to go), but this time tried the Cherry and It was a perfect balance of tart and sweet. If you're looking for a casual but different spot to have a meal and a few drinks I absolutely recommend it. read more

Chain Yard Urban Cidery - Cideries Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Fantastic spot to grab some great cider, the venue is laid out well with views directly into where the creation of the cider takes place. The food is exceptional, try the Buffalo Cauliflower'd Tacos with tangy tahini. Would highly recommend! read more

Thanks for a wonderful experience! Loved the cider flight. Loved the salmon tacos. Loved the apple/peach fritters. Appreciated the atmosphere. And the server was outstanding. If you like cider or want to try it, this is a great place to do so. read more

Brilliant urban cidery with tasty food and friendly service. They serve both Chain Yard ciders as well as other Canadian ciders and craft beers. I had fried escargot and brisket mushroom gnocchi for dinner--both delicious! Highly Recommended! read more

4 staff members stood and talked while I waited at the bar, staring them in the face to get service. It's not social hour, serve your customers. read more

This is one place i was impressed with.. Very friendly staff & lots of unique food options. Even when its jammed busy they look after you, give it a try! read more

After a disappointing visit to Billow Bar in our neighbourhood, we decided to visit The Chainyard. It has never disappointed us. Not only was our server, Nick fabulous, the food and cider was equally wonderful. We will continue to recommend this resto to others and continue to visit the restaurant again. #hugevalue read more

One word: AWESOME. Chain Yard just recently opened in our neighbourhood and my spouse and I decided to give it a try for a spontaneous night out. We're pretty picky eaters and usually more so wine/ beer-fanatics, since neither of us can stand the syrupy, after-sweetened ciders that dominate the market. To our delight, in addition to the standard 'guest' drink menu, Chain Yard has a fantastic selection of house-brewed ciders that are mostly dry and off-dry, which include some intriguing rare varietals and wild-ferments. Their Taster Flight allows you to choose 4 types from their menu so you can try your way around the highly under-appreciated diversity of cider. Furthermore, their food (Unchained Kitchen) is BOMB. The clam-bake will rock your world... seriously, more creativity and heart in that dish than my last Press Gang meal. The fried chicken was pretty tasty too (but I'd rather have a second serving of clam bake). Their service was equally stellar - attentive, professional, and highly knowledgeable about the brewing process of each cider. The decor of the space is totally fine (minimalist + lodgey wood harvest table feel) - pros include gender-neutral washrooms and a great bar to perch at. Overall, one of the best dining/ drinking experiences we've had in Halifax in a long time - check it out and enjoy! read more

I had the scallops and they were amazing. Loved the Ginz cider too. Definitely coming back

Went in for lunch today after having visited previously for drinks several times. Asked to sit on patio and if my partner and I could take chairs out as there did not appear to be an open table. Server who spoke with us said "what's wrong with the table that's open?" Rude, but fine, someone had been sitting at that table when we walked in. Sat there, ordered ciders and the $11 breakfast burrito. The breakfast burrito was an overpriced mess which could be best described as a failed tiny quesadilla with no side other than some wilted parsley. I get it, you guys do cider, but this was gross and overpriced. Server stepped on my foot 3x while dropping food off and just exclaimed "oh, that's your foot, not the ground", no apology. She was terrible and on her alone (curly brown hair with glasses reaching desperately for hipster status) without the food I wouldn't return. End of the day: your cider is great, food needs work, server needs to be axed. read more

I ate at this establishment with a group of friends. Unanimously, everyone enjoyed their meals; favorites included the po'boy sandwhich, friend chicken and the curry rice krispies appetizer. Excellent value for the money, as well as excellent taste! Great atmosphere, good service, would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

Extremely loud space where you might as well be playing live music because you have to yell that loud across the table to be heard. Nicely done Interior with the current industrial, art, and wood flavour with communal seating. Seating for two at a harvest table by the bathroom was not ideal but it was Friday and no reservation on a day trip to Halifax so ...we'll take it! The food ... well the other vegetarian option they were out of by 7:30 so cauliflower taco it was. It left a lot to be desired in terms of flavour although they tried to flavour it up with an odd choice of what appeared to be some pesto drizzle. To be fair I have had amazing cauliflower dishes living in the food Mecca of Vancouver and it was pretty amazing to see proper veggie dishes on a menu as it's hard to find in NS, but it was a disappointment because it was too bland for me and it was breaded. The scallops on cream corn were enjoyed by my husband. Sadly they were out of the only interesting cider on their list (hot mess) and so the tasting flight was a little dull. The brownie cake layered with ice cream was a good shareable dessert - not to sweet so long as you left the caramel on the plate. I think this place just needs to up its game with their menu and their cider flavours but it was a great find for the day! read more