Fast service on a sunny warm day. Server was friendly and the lobster rolls hit the spot!!read more

Great place with best coffee and patisserie ever! Service…read moreis excellent Ambiance is perfect for breakfast and lunch

We discovered the Barn this morning! What a great place for coffee and pastries. And a place to…read morecatch up with friends or make new friends. I had the banana nut muffin and is was truly the best banana nut muffin I've ever had! It had a mix of nuts, seeds, a smattering of mini chocolate chips and a drizzle of icing. Add a light shake of sea salt, and you have found my ideal breakfast treat. My husband had the apple cinnamon crumble muffin. We made an audible "mmmm" on his first bite. Our Americano and latte were exactly as we hoped. If you have time to linger, go upstairs and sit on one large leather couches. We met some native Nova Scotians and never felt rushed. And if we were made of money I would have bought one of the beautiful hand-dyed silk scarves on sale one the first floor. Thank goodness we are here in Mahone Bay for a while... we shall return!

My husband and I visited here this morning for a quick bite to eat and some coffee. He ordered the…read morejalapeno chive scone and an Americano, I ordered the raspberry orange white chocolate scone and a chocolate espresso mocha. Everything was delicious, the staff were pleasant and friendly, and the overall vibe of the atmosphere was incredibly calming and relaxing. They also sell various coffees and teas as well as gifts. This is a great spot to go to to relax or socialize, and we'll definitely be back the next time we visit the area.

Best coffee on the whole South Shore! Hardly any signage, a local gem. Accessible! (go up the side…read moreof the building and there's a ramp!) I've tried them all, in Lunenburg, including the new Barn. Hands down Number Nine is the most awesome espresso and coffee in the coolest space. Lovely barristas. Place is is owned by a singer, and artists (and locals like boatmakers!) are regulars. Music always great but not obtrusive, peaceful vibe. Charming as heck. Highly recommend this third-wave coffee joint. Don't miss it if you come to Lunenburg! In a historic old grey house. Sometimes a line-up, but it's worth it, so chat with others while you wait and relax. (Also a gorgeous, accessible ramp back garden area - you can bring your dog!) 135 Montague, on the main drag next to a small record store.

Perfect latte in a quaint converted home with individual rooms for sitting. Mostly vegan options…read morefor baked goods - vegan cinnamon rolls, vegan Nanaimo bars, scones. My personal preference would be to have more baked goods that are moist or light that paired better with coffee.

Gluten free friends let it be known that this is the spot for you!…read morePlenty of amazing options including gf poutine and French toast. The golden bean cooks are knowledgeable on what it means to be gluten free. The dining room was very clean and modern. Worth the drive... I forgot to take a picture of the food because it was so yummy.

I dropped into The Gold Bean for a quick snack between an early breakfast and a potentially late…read morelunch. I'd driven past it countless times and finally had a reason to visit. I was pleasantly surprised at the modern look given that it's fairly rural and adjacent to a service station. Although I had tea, I did notice a wide range of coffee choices on the board, enough to satisfy any urban visiter. The menu is extensive and I have to give a shout out to the full page gluten-free menu. I just had a breakfast sandwich since they had no pastries or muffins, which in itself is odd for a coffee shop. The sandwich was good but nothing the write home about, however the menu had some great looking dishes so I'll definitely be back. Service was very friendly but maybe a bit slow given there was only two tables being served. However, I was on vacation so I should lighten up. I'm giving it a 3 for now but I feel like there is potential here and I hope to justify a higher rating after my next visit.

Accommodating and extremely friendly folks with excellent hand pies!…read more We are traveling on three east coast on NS, where each and every town has its signature flavor and feel, whee Mahone Bay is no different. It was mid-day, where a snack was needed to get us to dinner time, and Yelp to the rescue again. A quick search turned up Famous Town Pie Shop, and what an excellent choice this was in more ways than one. It turns out Yelp's hours of operation for this place are wrong, so we showed up just as they were closing. Being the chubby Merkans that we are, I tried the door handle and they were still open (thankfully). We were greeted with favor though as the nice staff welcomed us to try the last pies of the day. I asked for them to surprise me with whatever was available and settled on two savory pies. Uh-mazing! It had been a while since I'd last had a really good savory pie, and good ones are most certainly not available in the Southeastern U.S. of A, so this experience was amplified a bit. The crust was spot-on, the fillings were flavorful, and the portion size definitely is large enough for most North Americans. Once we scarfed down the pies outside, the owner came outside and gave us some outstanding recommendations on NS and excellent conversation. I would visit this place in a heartbeat again if we are ever in the area. This is one of those little gems that we love stumbling upon in our travels.

We got a piece of carrot cake and also two savory pies. One cheeseburger and one chicken pot pie…read more Both were served at a wonderful temperature and were very tasty. The carrot cake was also very good.

This is a pretty new spot for the south shore of Nova Scotia, just started table service in June…read more It's nicely decorated, but a bit sterile, needs some wall art to reflect its character. It's a cafe, so not surprisingly its menu is limited. Only about four meal items, but lots of smoothies, snacks, and desserts. Not licensed but has a good selection of soft drinks. It's co-branded as a fish and chip place and as all gluten free so naturally I had gf fish and chips. There are now three gf fish and chips offered in the area. All very good but this is the only one that comes with hand cut fries and house made tartar sauce. Delicious! It's not a large serving but very reasonably priced. For dessert I had two energy balls and a coffee. Very good and made me feel healthier than having one of the three delicious sounding desserts. The owner/chef/waiter is extremely helpful and attentive. He is obviously very dedicated to providing great food and service to his customers. A great addition to our local restaurant offerings and wonderful to have more gluten free options. I think a five star is within reach, I'll try a few more menu options and see how the menu evolves.

I had the fish and chips and they were delicious! Especially loved the home cut fries!! The…read moreservice was excellent given it was the waitresses first day. It was a pleasant experience. Thanks!n

My local used bookstore…read more As an avid reader, and a supporter of local stores, this is my first stop when in need for a new/used/different book. The lady who runs/owns the place, is very friendly, and seems to know where, and what everything is. It's amazing, if i am looking for a specific book, she will know if she has it, had it, and if not, she will take you info and try to find it/them for you! Just amazing customer service. I almost always walk out with a few books, but more importantly I always walk in with some to give back. If you haven't been, check it out, support the little folks, and enjoy the coffee shop as well!

Nice little store with a good selection of used books. Saw quite a few recent best sellers and…read morecurrent titles. My son found a large hardcover book in great shape in the children's section for $8 ($20 new). Small espresso bar at the cash. Taking off a star because the lowest % milk they have is 2%. I get not having skim if you aren't a big place, but at least do 1%. 2% feels like I'm drinking cream and is not good for the waistline either!

Very cute little restaurant with a nice deck. Great service and great food at a reasonable price. I…read morehad the fish wrap which was fresh and flavorful.

I was never a fishcake fan because they just don't taste "fresh" nor "fish"!…read more Today, on a whim, I made a bold move, Fishcakes with Beet Salad... Now, that's called fish-cake! DELICIOUS!

While out on an adventure to visit Hope For Wildlife, my wife and I did what we always try to do…read morewhile visiting an area we don't get too very often - find some delicious local eats! Rose & Rooster quickly rose (sorry, not sorry) to the top of my list, with glowing reviews and a menu that was approachable but also putting more effort in than many rural cafes tend to. We arrived for a late lunch and were able to easily snag a table out front and one blessedly in the shade. Ordering at the counter inside, it was a tough call for me between their seafood chowder and the fishcakes, but I eventually went for the latter. Some brunchy options were still available, and my wife opted for their croque monsieur. Sipping on some iced Americanos, we soon had our food in front of us. I was immediately impressed with the fish cakes as they looked like they had an incredible crust on them, and looks did not deceive! They were wonderfully crisp, and the interior was smooth, but still had a little texture from the small chunks of potato. Salt cod gave a pleasant flavour, and the green tomato chow/jam was a star in its own right, striking a great balance between sweet and tart. Some yellow flower petals fancied things up further. My side salad was fresh and crisp, with a mix of greens, cucumber, carrots and more, and a delicious, creamy dressing that had a flavour that I couldn't quite place, but quite enjoyed. My wife's croque monsieur was served open-faced, and the cheese and ham had gotten some great colour under the broiler, while a thick slice of fresh bread held up well under the rich, hot mess on top. Not to be outdone by the savoury foods, the desserts at Rose & Rooster will put you in a state of sugar-induced choice paralysis, but we were lured in by the colourful layers of the strawberry rhubarb and matcha layer cake! It's a mouthful to say, and eat, with alternating layers of airy cake, a summery strawberry and rhubarb spread, and a lovely matcha cream. Topped off with more cream and a dusting of matcha powder, it was a flavour-packed treat that did not disappoint. It wouldn't be accurate to call Rose & Rooster a diamond in the rough, since the Eastern Shore is much too pretty for that, but we can stick to the jewelry theme and call them gold.

Fantastic place, us and our dog sat on the back patio and had a great meal of seafood chowder and…read moreAcadia fish cakes. Topped it off with the OMG Brownie. The weather has begun to warm up and I can easily give it Four paws up.