I love myself a good cup of tea. Sawadee has so much to offer with it's gorgeous furniture, unique…read moretrinkets, wall art, variety of tea, friendly service and overall atmosphere. Walking in I immediately fell in love. The soothing fountain, wooden elephant chair and massive wall lined with tea were the first things to catch my eye. They have lots of cool things for sale from tea sets, to pillows, to singing bowls, ginger chews and other tea merchandise. We ordered a peach rooibos tea and took a seat upstairs. You get a view of the whole shop from up there which I simply love. The two people working were both very nice and happy to answer our questions. The tea was lovely as well. This is one of my new favourite spots I think. I definitely plan on going back.

Holy tea party heaven! Sawadee is a super charming teashop, with every tea accessory one could…read moreimagine. I popped in today on a lovely walk through Granville Street and was taken with all of the lovely goods for purchase. There are hundreds of loose teas, dozens of tea sets in every shape, color and design, as well as candles and incense. They even have Buddhist wares available and a few different areas around the shop to sit and enjoy the calming space. The owner was very kind and the whole experience left me feeling simply wonderful. Sawadee is a great place for gift shopping and acquiring every kind of tea under the sun.

One of my favs for finding interesting or funny gifts and enjoying a delicious coffee. Be a…read morefrequent customer here - you'll love it!

A super cute coffee shop just outside Dartmouth. They have a lot of customization available for…read moretheir lattes which is great if you are looking for dairy free options. There is also a store section on the top and bottom floors with cute local merch (mugs, tea towels, cards, etc.) I highly recommend as the coffee is tasty and less than Starbucks. The vibe of the restaurant is very relaxing as well.

A hidden gem. Off of Windsor Street in an industrial/commercial area. Cozy atmosphere. Doubles…read moreas a bookstore. Nice seating with a sofa both in the front room and back! They use Laughing Whale Coffee and have free wifi. Parking lot is to the side of the coffee shop uphill. A bit out of the way but worth the visit!!!

What an excellent find on a rainy day in Halifax. Finally stopped in after multiple visits to the…read morethrift store across the street. Parking is weird in the area and out front is only 15 minutes, so don't park there as you'll want to spend time inside. An amazing bookstore with all of the best locally-published books but also a cafe. Nice and quaint with great seating in the main area and a few tables in the back space. Service was absolutely wonderful and friendly. Great vibe and great atmosphere. Opted for the vegan Jamaican patty to share which was an excellent choice besides not realizing we each should have gotten our own! They serve great coffee by south shore's Laughing Whale Coffee Roasters. The food case is limited but options are delicious. An absolute must-stop if you're looking for really good coffee and really good books.

TL;DR/The Short Version: Cool consignment shop that recently…read morerelocated from another location. This space is bigger so much less cramped. The Long Version: Elsie's used to be in one of those colourful row homes along Queen St (it was at 1530 Queen St). That location was on multiple levels and was incredibly cramped. It had a bohemian feel and reminded me of all the vintage shops in Kensington Market (in Toronto) circa 1990s. I would go to that location every time I visited Halifax. On my most recent visit in September 2024, I went there to see the store was closed and all the colourful row homes along there had signs in the window warning of asbestos and only authorized personnel were allowed to enter. It looked like they were going to tear the buildings down for redevelopment. I was so disappointed, and took out my trusted phone to see when they closed. To my delight, I discovered they reopened on Grafton St and I immediately headed over. Their new location is inside the building that used to be St. Mary's School for Boys. It's much larger so the shop is actually spacious now and not cramped at all. The feel now is more contemporary consignment shop, similar to the ones in Westboro (in Ottawa) of the 2010s to present day. They have luxury brands now. I saw a Chanel purse for close to 10K. They had Gucci too. However, they have more accessible brands in the $40 range as well. I spoke with staff there and they told me they moved to this new location in April 2024. Still a fun shopping experience, but I walked away empty-handed this time. (183)

We had a bit of trouble locating Elsie's with Google maps, however I called and spoke with the…read moreowner who told us we were just around the block on the other side- but to call back if we got lost! Upon stepping into Elsie's was like going into another world...brilliant silk scarves billowing in the breeze, a gorgeous array of colors, eye catching shoes including John Fluevog and Louboutin, and an eclectic mix of jewelry. Vintage mixed with modern, many clothes new with tags and lots of designer pieces including Hermès. Incredibly soft cashmere sweaters. Elsie's has something for everyone and is a treasure in Halifax. I would highly recommend the store to anyone. Plus they welcomed our 4 Biewer terriers with open arms! A terrific spot

I was lost, and then I was found…read more This is a special space of altered frocks, vintage finds, and a flavour of locally made. Eclectic musings come together to form Lost & Found's fashionably homemade North End boutique . The shop's mood is quiet and thoughtful, just as its clothes. Music is easy, and the store keeper sews away in a corner wooden chair. Piecing through the assorted racks, I become awe struck by the profuse selection of gorgeous things. Most times I am able to edit down final selections before the efforts of the fitting room; however, this was not the case. The clothing variety is of impeccable taste, as every item on display is hand picked, and/or altered with special detailing. And with such reasonable pricing-- it all seems too good to be true. (A large rack dedicated to post-season sales provides some gorgeous steals!) Clothing is displayed on thick wooden hangers, and well managed framework; the result is chic and polished confines. Divorce Records is an added bonus to the Lost & Found experience. Peek through this Halifax based label's selection for some stellar anti-industry music variety. Vinyl and CDs are for sale, and allow an opportunity to acquire new tastes, without commercial fluff. Also noteworthy: bin filled with $2 Vinyl picks. (Not Divorce Records) Besides glass encased jewelry and vintage frames, L&F is also decorated with DIY-styled trinkets and art. The space is fused with creative energy and wholesome goodness. I heart. My recent visit ended with the purchasing of a brilliant long sleeved crop top. With its subtle alterations-- front & back scoop neck with buttons, and adorable mini-shoulder pads + ruching-- its a dream piece. And only $18! The detailing of selections make for cool fits and one of a kind pieces. Lost & Found offers a creative and inspiring shopping experience, indeed. The carrier and creator of all things "special", this place is now top on my list.

Lost & Found is a fun little vintage shop that stocks some really great stuff. I just wish i was…read moreabout...oh, 10 sizes smaller so I could fit into all the great clothes there. *sigh.* Oh, well. I guess I need to accept that only the skinny kids get to look cool. Besides, I've heard that you're not supposed to wear stuff that you remember going by the first time around. So, dang it, no Mary Maxim sweaters for me.

I have been coming here since I was pretty much half my age with my mom and my son was half his age…read more- or not even born! It's seeming more corporate like price wise and not as homey as it used to be- I still enjoy a good tea room but doubt I'd be running here unfortunately based on the prices as before i remember getting 2 scones + tea and the jam/ cream for 7.95$ now it's one scone etc- i understand prices absolutely but I also enjoyed it when everything was home made including the old cute menu - maybe it still is it's been awhile so I'll check out again

Super cute is the best way I can describe this lovely little tea room located in the Cole Harbour…read moreHeritage Farm. I came here for lunch with my mom and sister and was pleasantly surprised. The place is quite small and we were lucky to get a table. Most of the other patrons were 60+ so it's a great place to take mom or nana. The decor is rustic, much like you would expect for a tea room on a farm. Mom ordered the quiche, which was lovely and my sister ordered the homemade beans which she'd had on a previous visit and was opting for again, being that they were so good. The beans came with a home made tea biscuit which was impressive. These can be a tough one to master! I had a roast beef sandwhich that was good, but I would have preferred to have had one of the other delicious looking meals at the table. Service was good, they were very busy and possibly a little understaffed, but food came out at a good pace. There is a selection of home made desserts as well that looked really yummy. Apparently there is tea served at 2 each afternoon. There is a cute little gift shop inside as well with a bunch of fun little items to browse. A little gem in Cole Harbour!

We paid $25 for a reservation. Face verified same day for time. Arrived early. Restaurant…read moreclosed. No call to us at all. Never in 40 years of dining has been so dismissive and disrespectful. "OH, you must not be on the right time zone" like we've traveled internationally for 40 years. They may be great or maybe they are what they are to us. No shows.

The best food! Quaint little shop and restaurant. The music was soft. The view was beautiful. You…read morecan see the lighthouse from the top floor tables. The fish and chips were fresh halibut. So good. The Hodge Podge was a root vegetable soup in a cream sauce. So, so delicious. The hot chocolate was real chocolate and topped with cream.

Cute coffee shop on the corner of Hollis and Morris Street - just up from the waterfront…read more In an older house - place definitely has character inside. Had a muffin and bagel and cream cheese for breakfast - not bad. Lots of seating - there's a basement as well. Only complaint. The wifi is a bit slow.

Chill, artsy coffee shop in Halifax close to the Boardwalk and university. The baristas were very…read morefriendly and welcoming. I got an iced monk macchiato and it was absolutely delicious. They also have a selection of sweets and pastries as well as sandwiches and light lunch fare. Local artwork adorns the walls and seating includes cozy chairs, a downstairs area and a small amount of outdoor seating. Perfect place to hang out on a cool, cloudy Halifax day.