We stopped by Salt + Ash in Halifax for happy hour and ended up having quite the feast!The Brothers…read moreMeats pepperoni plus pizza was a great start, with plenty of savoury, meaty flavour. The jalapeño cornbread was another standout....moist, flavourful, and with just the right amount of kick. The fish and chips were excellent, while the tater tot-chos were pure comfort food, loaded with melted cheddar, pico de gallo, and sour cream. Of course, we needed some veggies for balance, so the kale and quinoa salad totally counts! The perfect pairing throughout was the Mango Dragonfruit Sour. Super refreshing and fruity, with enough acidity to cut through all the richness of the meal. Great happy hour selection, lots of variety, and a fun spot to settle in for a feast. Definitely a place worth checking out when you're in Halifax!

4 of us came for a Saturday morning brunch. It was a gorgeous day so we sat on the patio…read moreoverlooking the water. Ordered the standard coffee to start. Waiter was awesome. Made sure we were ok every time he was in the vicinity. I ordered the mushroom Benedict with the hollandaise on the side. It was great with the locally made truffle cream cheese. I did have to ask for a steak knife to be able to cut through the bread. It was a well done piece of pizza dough. Tasty but tough to get through. Came with tater tots and a donair sauce to dip them in. My husband ordered the stuffed baked potato. He loved it but said next time he will order the side salad on the side and ask for more dressing. I ended the meal with a cool glass of rose. We will definitely be back.

Pretty good. I had 2 apps, the scallop ceviche which was nice. A touch sweet for my liking, but…read moreenjoyed it. Also had an oversized caesar salad, which was also pretty flavorful. Service quick too.

The Short Version: Beautiful restaurant attached to the…read moreCourtyard Marriott Hotel. Food was generally good (with a few flaws); I expected a bit of a better experience for the prices. The Long Version: My husband and I had dinner here with his sister and her family for her birthday celebration. The interior is very nice and they have a beautiful patio as well. The prices are on the higher end with main courses being mostly $30-$65, although they have a few in the $20+ range. First off, my water glass had something sticky on the rim that was very visible. I notified the server and to his credit he was apologetic and got me a new glass right away, but I feel it's something they should have noticed when setting the table. Both my husband and I had the Bouillabaisse ($42) and although the menu said it came with a sourdough roll, neither of ours did. Again when we notified the server, he was again apologetic and brought us our rolls on a plate. The Bouillabaisse was generally good, although the shrimp were overcooked and a bit rubbery. The clams and mussels were good. The half lobster was very salty, and was a small canner. The potatoes were nicely cooked and the tomato-based broth was flavourful. Others had the whole lobster, the steak frites and the Wagyu fried rice. They seemed to enjoy their meals. We also shared some oysters (I didn't have any though) and mussels. The mussels were good and there was only one that was unopened. I also had a cocktail, the What's Up, Dock? ($15). It had tequila, limoncello, carrot juice and black pepper. It was a bit unusual but I enjoyed it. Others shared a bottle of white wine and some also had beers. The birthday girl had the Figment of our Imagination mocktail and she said it was great. Service was courteous. Overall my opinion is that the restaurant is pretty, and they have a creative drinks menu that's well executed. Service was pleasant but details were missed (dirty glass and missing bread). Food was overall good, but room for improvement (overcooked shrimp and salty lobster). If this was a more casual eatery with lower prices I would have rated 4 stars, but I expected more from this restaurant since it presents itself as nicer than just a casual eatery. Review #129 (2026)

We came here with a party of ten people. Originally, we wanted to sit upstairs, but we were told it…read morewas full and that our group would not fit comfortably, so we ended up sitting downstairs instead. Since we were told the food came from the same kitchen, we decided to stay. Our waitress was very nice and kind, but it did seem like she became a bit overwhelmed with such a large table. A few items we ordered never made it to the table, so we ended up canceling some of them. The highlight of the night was definitely the oysters, they were absolutely delicious!

This restaurant location is actually split into two. "The five fishermen" is on the second floor,…read moreand the first floor they call "Little fish". They couldn't accommodate a table of 10 upstairs, so they sat us down stairs. The food was alright, considering the price point I expected a bit more. But overall the table was satisfied with their dishes. Those that ordered the lobster did say they were really good though. Unfortunately, some dishes were forgotten and never came out. Table ended up cancelling those. The server was kind.

Located in a historical building and right next to Alexander Keith's, Black Sheep makes the perfect…read morepairing offering great food, drinks, and service. We came here right at opening for breakfast and there was already a decent amount of people starting their day here with a meal. The staff was warm and welcoming and seated us right away. Even though it was breakfast, I like that their menu offered some lunch options in case you're looking for something more heartier. The food is fresh, tasty and well-seasoned. I ordered the seafood chowder which was delicious and included tons of seafood. The breakfast options are plentiful, but whatever you do, be sure to try their blueberry lavender jam! It's so delicious and made fresh in-house with local blueberries. It was so good, that I wanted to buy a jar, but couldn't since I had a long flight afterwards and it needed refrigeration. I'd definitely recommend this spot to grab a bite and drinks and I hope they offer a shelf-stable blueberry lavender jam soon!

A beautiful restaurant with a rustic ambience. The seafood chowder was delicious, and do get the…read morefocaccia bread to go with it.

ving the Best for Last at Bicycle Thief…read more We saved Bicycle Thief for last, and it ended up being one of the best meals of our Halifax trip. We started with the flash-fried calamari, a great opener served with their sun-dried tomato pesto aioli. But little did I know the standout lobster dish of the trip was hiding in the appetizer section. Their lobster and corn chowder was incredible. Seriously, so, so good. Potatoes, Vidalia onions, and double-smoked bacon added great contrast to the sweet lobster. And you know it's good when you can see that beautiful red lobster oil floating on top. It really showed that they used the lobster shells and all those flavour-packed bits to build the stock. Absolutely delicious. Next came the spaghettini ai frutti di mare, loaded with huge jumbo shrimp, fresh scallops, and mussels in a sun-dried tomato pesto. The seafood was fresh and plentiful. The linguini all'aragosta did not disappoint either. San Marzano tomatoes, cream, and Parmigiano made for a rich and decadent sauce that worked beautifully with the lobster. We also had the crab ravioli, followed by yet another lobster dish, the lobster Thermidor. This was seriously indulgent, with wild mushrooms, Gruyère, and house-made black truffle spaghettini. Rich, savoury, and packed with flavour. After all that decadence, we needed something bright to finish. The crostata al bergamotto was perfect, with a vibrant bergamot citrus curd that cut through the richness and refreshed the palate. Great seafood, incredible pasta, creative flavours, and excellent execution. We definitely saved one of the best for last.

Another joint highly praised online, so I dropped by for a late lunch…read more Ordered the lobster roll and crab ravioli. Lobster roll was fine, nothing to write home about but wouldn't order or recommend. However their crab ravioli was phenomenal, the lemon and cream sauce work perfectly. It was heavy from the cream but the citrus helped made it lighter. Service was friendly and they had patio and indoor seating.

So mad 2 doors down has closed on Barrington st! Their Kail…read moreCeaser salad was so good! Fresh crunchy kale/ lovely huge croutons/ parm cheese/ bacon and the dressing definitely house made!! Ugh I long for it!!

This restaurant is a gem! On a business trip we stumbled on…read morethis delightful spot located in strip area. Katrina a waitperson guided us through the menu The food and its presentation were excellent with an excellent wine list. The decor is subtle and not distracting.

I did the local, a warm lobster roll, with a bag of chips. It was my first so I have no baseline…read morecomparison, but I really enjoyed it! Easy to order, on a fairly limited menu but I would say they do what they do very well. I'm glad I got it warm and not the cold one, and it had so much lobster! I don't think they could have put more in there if they tried. It was very filling and I actually couldn't finish mine. The flavor was fantastic and I really loved the bread. I also loved the picnic table style seating in the area, with plenty of birds and people to watch. Lots of other food and dessert options nearby, too. Would love to come back! Price was market value.

I think it was a little bit pricey for what they gave us. Definitely a popular tourist spot on the…read morewaterfront. It was pretty busy because a cruise was docked, but we still waited in line to try this place out. I think it was close to $30 for one roll and one side. We chose the warm lobster roll and a bag of chips. It was good once, but I don't know if I would go back again. Be careful I found a small piece of shell in my bite.

Very hospitable. They make your feel welcomed. That's much better than I expected!!read more

Stopped in here early on a cold Sunday afternoon in May to enjoy a couple drinks. We had the place…read moreto ourselves because it's the off-season, and it was quite cozy. HDC specializes in rum tastings/flights, but I deferred to the cocktail list. They were unable to make 2 of the 5 cocktails on the list (out of some ingredients?), which was disappointing. The staff (a few kids back from college for the summer) is well-intentioned, but I didn't get the sense they were "seasoned" enough to know a lot about the spirits they were serving. Just my bias about 19-year-olds behind the bar. Had the same Stormy Weather cocktail made slightly differently by two different bartenders. Still tasty, but that lack of consistency gave me pause about the staff's experience. All this said...be sure to make this spot a stop on your Halifax boardwalk bar journey!

We're taking three weeks and eating our way across Canada from Halifax in the east to our final…read moredestination of Edmonton in the west. We're trying to consume seafood for every lunch and dinner. For lunch today, we chose McKelvies, based on reviews and the fact that we happened to be visiting the Halifax boardwalk. It was a late lunch so we weren't famished, but hankering for something tasty. Both of my picks came from the Starter & Appetizer Menu: Mussels in white wine sauce and Garlic-truffle fries. My wife ordered a regular entree so our server scored big points when both orders arrived at our table simultaneously! The mussels were harvested from a local farm yesterday and their fresh, sweetness testified to that detail. The white wine broth, laced with thyme, garlic and other herbs was so tasty that I drained my bowl to the last drop. The truffle fries were a satisfying compliment to the mussels and I left the restaurant, completely satisfied. The food offerings were well priced and served/plated beautifully. The restrooms were well maintained. The only down-side in a large city setting is the lack of abundant street parking. A helpful hint is parking in Dartmouth and taking the Halifax Ferry. The restaurant is up one block and over two, so great walking distance.

Stopped here for a late lunch/early dinner and thoroughly enjoyed our meal…read more I ordered the crab/lobster burger that came slightly breaded and served in a house-made bun with a tasty slaw and pickled onions and lettuce inside. So full of lobster and crab that the seafood oozed out the sides of the breading. It came with a choice of fries or house salad, and I chose the latter: crispy greens, carrots, radishes, tomatoes and a mild, creamy dressing. My spouse dined on the mussels and a side of truffle-Parmesan fries and thoroughly enjoyed his meal as well. He said the mussels were fresh, and our cheerful server confirmed fishermen had caught them not far from the Halifax shores. Since we ate between lunch and dinner, only two other parties atein the restaurant and maybe one or two others sat at the bar. Overall, prices were reasonable and the restaurant was well worth the visit. A lovely experience indeed.

Server super sweet and energetic. Drinks not consistent but…read moregenerous Oysters are why we showed up. Insanely tasty and fresh. Fortune, plus and can't go wrong.

Nice place on the waterfront area. Friendly and quick service. We had the fish and chips and it was…read moreok. The portion size was large but flavorful was slightly light. Next time I'd try the seafood chowder, I seen others ordering that and it looked good.