My husband and I got takeout from Cha Baa Thai and we were totally blown away. The food was…read moredelicious and the Spicy Noodles were legit spicy! :) We got the Spicy Noodles with Chicken ($13.50), the Panang Beef ($12.95) and a small steamed rice ($3). We were stuffed silly and everything was amazing. The Spicy Noodles had a lot of lean chicken in it, which I loved. It also had green beans, bell peppers (red and green), egg, bamboo shoots and eggplant. It had a good fiery kick to it and the portion size was great. We really enjoyed this dish. The Panang Beef had a bit of spice to it too, but not as much as the Spicy Noodles. It was full of lean and tender beef, bell peppers, green beans and cabbage. The peanut sauce was so good, although a bit oily. I really enjoyed this dish too. My husband absolutely loved it. My dad loves Panang Beef, I'm seriously considering bringing him to Halifax (from Ottawa) so he can have the Panang Beef here, lol, well and obviously get a vacation out of it too, haha. Yup, it's that good ;) The small steamed rice was the perfect size for the two of us. It was nicely cooked. Service was friendly and efficient. Our food was ready in 15 minutes. They have a small area where you can sit and wait for your takeout orders. The dining room is sizeable. They only have indoor dining though, no patio. Street parking only. If you like Thai food, I would definitely recommend Cha Baa Thai. Delicious food, excellent prices, quick and friendly service, what's not to like?

Another gem in the city, if you like soup or vermicelli. Nice little ambience, friendly and fast…read moreservice and stellar food in great sizes to fair prices. What else can a guy hope for? During my most recent 4 day visit in the city, I had to go twice, it was so good! Will again for sure.

Talay Thai is my go-to when I want something quick, comforting, and won't require a second…read moremortgage. I'm systematically eating my way through the menu, and so far everything has been consistently good--not mind-blowing, but definitely better than average. The soup situation: You've got two choices--Tom Yum or Tom Kha. Go with the Tom Yum (also listed as Tom Yam). Their Tom Kha is way too sweet. The Tom Yum though? Nice spice level, great flavor. Is $8-9 for a small bowl a little steep? Sure. Do I order it every single time anyway? Absolutely. The mains: I've tried a bunch of options, including the ginger chicken, basil chicken, sea bass with mango chili sauce, pad kee mow, glass noodles--all winners. Veggies stay crunchy, meat is tender, and the spice levels are approachable (spice enthusiasts can request chili oil on the side). The menu is fairly limited--basically the same six stir-fry options with different proteins--but honestly, I respect the "do fewer things well" approach. Portions are generous and meant for sharing. My only gripe? The side of jasmine rice never seems proportionate to the number of people, so I always end up asking for more. Pro tip: Their wine pours are generous. Excellent value compared to most Halifax spots. Bottom line: This isn't going to revolutionize your Thai food experience, but it does exactly what good Thai food should--be a little sweet, a little spicy, and deeply comforting.

Great service and excellent food-- Talay still shines among Halifax's Thai spots. Pad Thai, Currys…read moreand spring rolls were all excellent

This was the best Pad Thai I've had in years! Service was casual and polite. Portion sizes: huge…read more We had chicken satay (very coconutty), and Panang beef. Would definitely return.

I have never had a bad meal at any one of the four locations I've eaten at (and that includes the…read moreone in Burnside, too, which has incredibly fast service during the lunch rush.)

This location in Beechville has only been open for a year. It is very spacious inside, but parking…read moreis limited. The food is fresh and flavorful. They were out of the papaya salad so, we ordered the spring rolls, mango salad, and chicken satay which was so yummy! To accommadate for the vegetarians, were able to order the lemongrass veggies, eggplant, and spicy noodles vegan. While we dont typically eat vegan, these dishes were delicious! The chicken pineapple fried rice was also really good. I ordered a thai ice tea, thinking it was a milk tea and was surprised that it was more like a lemonade. The waitstaff was very courteous and quick with their service. Definitely a delicous meal I highly recommend!

Went here tonight with friends- great atmosphere/ fun and inviting- and the waitress was great to…read moreadd suggestions and give us time to have our drinks and explore the menu- Another friend arrived as she knew and she gave us time to explore the menu after we put in our apps so very good timing- The food was very nice and I'd come again a recommend!!

I've been coming here for years and they are consistently a delicious bowl of love…read more I am a pho ho I would have liked to take a better picture but it was so delicious looking I jumped right in and then remembered to take a picture I can't speak to anything else on the menu because I've been getting this one for years. Family run locally run supporting small businesses in Dartmouth Nova Scotia Highly recommend if you're needing a little extra love

I was excited to eat some pho after eating lots seafood but I was disappointed. Our waitress was…read morethe highlight. She was super nice and when some lady yelled at her for something that was probably not her fault, she stayed kind and under standing. Ok so the bad part. I ordered (as seen in the photo) a beef pho with no bean sprouts in it and I understand that the broth probably had it pre mixed in but I received my soup with the bean sprouts everywhere. Also to the noodles were the same you could buy at the store so that was a little disappointing. The restaurant looked nice enough but in my opinion I'd rather have good food than nice decor.

Ordered here again tonight- I still get the regular items…read morebut they followed my instruction requests to a T- Beef cooked more well for the teriyaki/ specific veggies I asked to not be included/sauces for all the items/ Salad was delicious and huge/ spring rolls delicious as always with the sweet sauce! Milk balls for dessert- absolutely fantastic and addictive! Will return!! I didn't know Bedford was more convenient location and they only charged me what that location would from Dartmouth so that was nice

Newish place off the roundabout on Larry Uteck, seems to be an offshoot of a place in Dartmouth…read more Principally geared for the takeout/delivery trade, the kitchen takes up roughly half the space, with room for 20 covers or so at tables or in the window. It's counter service and not that quick, based on this, my first visit. The takoyaki were very decent, sadly the yaki udon with beef was rather disappointing. Quite bland, some of the beef was chewy and the vegetables likewise lacking in flavour, especially the corn. Worth another visit to check out the sushi, though it looks like the prep' is done elsewhere.

Kung Po Chicken and beef with broccoli was excellent. Even thou they were busy the food came very…read morequickly. Great service and a nice ambiance. We usually go to the other location and the other location has a Chinese menu. The Chinese menu has a cabbage dish that's beyond amazing! So both locations are excellent!

I ordered their Wednesday special. I got 4 small pieces of chicken and half of it is bean sprout!…read morethat's pretty special! (NOT coming back!)

One of the hipster restaurants in downtown Dartmouth on Portland Street. Huge interior with plenty…read moreof table and bar seating. Wasn't terribly busy the Saturday night I went - probably because between Christmas and New Years. Tried a variety of appetizers and shareable. The chicharron and Brussels sprouts were stars. The Mac fries weren't bad. Had the Hustle Fried Ride with pork belly. Beautifully presented with good flavour - rice was a bit saucier than I would have liked. Great service, nice ambience. Will go back to try their Sunday brunch!!!

Feb 7 & Apr 18…read more Side Hustle's move to downtown Dartmouth from their original location in Cole Harbour was only just before my wife and I moved back to Nova Scotia. So unlike many places that opened during our exile in Ottawa, when we tried it out, it still felt like we were getting in on the ground floor, rather than playing catch-up to an established local favourite. The interior is sleek and modern, with warm tones of wood contrasting against a very black and white colour palette, and the pops of verdant green from the many plants are a literal breath of fresh air. Like many of its contemporaries, the menu at Side Hustle is casual but chef-ed up - a smash burger and fried chicken are approachable items, while a good chunk of the rest of the menu is either overtly Asian, or gets a dash of Asian ingredients - beef udon, fried rice and chicken wings with a fish sauce caramel, garlic and Thai chilis. The drink list has a little bit of something for everyone, but not so much that you're going to get analysis paralysis. There's several local beers and ciders on tap, plus some cans, specialty cocktails, and an assortment of local and imported wines, as well as an impressive selection of non-alcoholic drinks and NA cocktails too. Everything sounded so good, we decided to go with a handful of smaller dishes - dumplings, cucumber salad, Brussels sprouts and the Mac fries. The dumplings stayed with the classic ingredients of pork and chives. The meat was tender and juicy, with supple and pliable wrappers. A pleasant mix of lightly tangy black vinegar with the heat of chili oil added layers of flavour to the already delicious dumplings. The Brussels sprouts weren't a big serving for the price tag, but they packed in *tons* of flavour and textures with crispy shallots, mint, a smattering of Thai chilis (you don't need a lot!), and their "funk sauce". It was a little funky, a little fruity, and it did take away the crispness of the charred sprouts, but it definitely tasted good! The cucumber was a surprise hit - your taste buds get livened up with crispy shallots, chili oil, and maple tahini, while getting bursts of freshness from the bites of cuke. If I recall correctly, the Mac fries have been a mainstay of Side Hustle's menu since before their days in downtown Dartmouth, and they absolutely deliver! It's got a couple chopped up smashburger patties, cheese, special sauce that you'll get sued for if you give it a certain name, onions, pickles and good ol' shreduce. All of this was heaped on top of incredible, hand-cut fries that somehow stayed crisp to the last fry. It's a decadent dish that's shareable, but that doesn't mean you have to! On a return visit on a bustling Friday evening, we stuck to portions that were better suited to two people, although the veg was a bit more scarce this time around. I opted for the beef udon noodles, while my wife tried to resist the temptation, but succumbed to the Mac fries again. The composition of the beef udon came together fantastically. The shredded beef had the warmth of its five spice seasoning paired with a subtle but noticeable tingle of Sichuan peppercorns, some heat from chili oil, crunch and a mild funk from pickled daikon, and the thick, slurp-able udon noodles that got wonderfully coated in the aforementioned ingredients, as well as a savoury sesame sauce. Some bok choy and green onion kept this from being solely meat and carbs, but we know who the stars of this dish were. The Mac fries were once again familiar perfection, and really are much better than their namesake inspiration, as they're cooked with much more skill and don't make you feel gross afterward. Side Hustle is quickly becoming a go-to spot for us for quality casual food, and it's one of the many reasons we're loving our new Dartmouth digs.

Despite being made to order, several of the dishes were not hot, and the shrimp tempura were…read moreunderdone. Twice! The interval between some of the orders was too long. Much was done well, though and we four shall probably return.

Delicious food and large menu so there is something for everyone. The price is comparable to other…read moresushi places however the service can be very slow.