Cape Breton Island Restaurants
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1. Kiju's
$$$ | |Located in a conference center on the Membertou First Nation's urban reserve, this spacious dining room serves up inspired global cuisine using fresh, local ingredients with many dishes having an Indigenous twist—and you can order a prix fixe three-course First Nation menu (CA$45) that changes with the seasons. Regular menu items range from lamb chops perfectly cooked with a pistachio pesto to a delicately spiced curry paella. The food is excellent, portions generous, and the space both inside the restaurant and in corridors outside features Indigenous art and artifacts.
50 Maillard St., Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1S 3W3, Canada902-562–6220Known For
- Award-winning coconut cream pie
- Huge, heated patio
- Traditional luskinikn bread served with molasses
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
2. L'Abri
$$$ | |Classic French cuisine with Acadian heart, this beautiful restaurant is filled with antiques and raw wood, with views out over the crashing ocean. Every carefully prepared dish is spectacular, from Acadian fricot to salt cod gratin to their upscale burger. L'Abri has a well-stocked selection of Nova Scotia wines and beers, as well as great cocktails. Be sure to save room for dessert. Bookings highly recommended.
15559 Cabot Trail Rd., Chéticamp, Nova Scotia, B0E 1H0, Canada902-224–3888Known For
- Sophisticated atmosphere in an unexpected location
- Impressive selection of whiskeys
- Their Basque cheesecake with berry preserves
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3. Red Shoe
$$$ | |More than a mere pub, this Cape Breton institution has evolved into an attraction, in part because it is owned by four of the Rankins, Canada's most celebrated singing siblings. Expect the usual pub favorites: fish-and-chips, pulled pork sandwiches, grilled salmon, and mussels steamed in ale, garlic, and bacon. There's music here most nights, and sometimes during the day (occasionally with a cover charge of C$10).
11533 Hwy. 19, Mabou, Nova Scotia, B0X 1X0, Canada902-945–2996Known For
- Great music featuring the finest local fiddlers and step dancers
- Very busy, often with a line to get in
- Above-average pub food and good selection of beers
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Rate Includes: Closed mid-Oct.–late May -
4. Salty Rose's & the Periwinkle Café
$$$ | |This beautiful café filled with art and vintage furniture serves tasty breakfasts, sandwiches, and delectable baked goods, as well as perfect espresso drinks. With a focus on fresh and local, you'll find snowcrab and lobster rolls on the menu, as well as produce from the gardens out back. The attached gallery next door sells lovely crafts, art, and jewelry from local artisans.
36056 Cabot Trail Rd., Ingonish, Nova Scotia, B0C 1K0, Canada902-202–2431Known For
- The Brekkie sandwich with lobster
- Warm, friendly atmosphere
- Ocean views from their patio
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Weds. Closed Nov.–May -
5. Governor's Pub and Eatery
$$$ | |Sydney's first mayor, Walter Crowe, once lived in this Victorian home, built in the late 1800s. The restaurant, with hardwood floors, a fireplace, and high ceilings, is known for fresh seafood and hand-cut steaks, though there are lighter options such as salads, wraps, and burgers. Desserts are all house-made. Both the restaurant and the pub upstairs have large patios that overlook Sydney Harbour. There's regular live entertainment.
233 Esplanade, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P 1A6, Canada902-562–7646Known For
- Bustling and welcoming atmosphere
- Decks on both levels overlooking the harbor
- Pub offers plenty of local color
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6. Grubstake Restaurant
$$$ | |The owner-chef is fixing up this old clapboard building, but it's the treats that await within that really matter. A well-constructed menu features specialties like shrimp and scallop flambé, pork tenderloin in a red onion wine sauce, and maple-glazed salmon, and there's a less fancy but equally enticing comfort food list and kids' menu. Local wines, beers, spirits, and cocktails fill out the beverage list.
7499 Main St., Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, B1C IH8, Canada902-733–2308Known For
- <PRO>excellent soup and sandwich lunches</PRO>
- <PRO>house-made bread</PRO>
- <PRO>Grubstake Grog cocktail: warmed apple juice, rum, and honey, sprinkled with spices</PRO>
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Rate Includes: Closed Dec.–mid-June -
7. Route 19 Brewing
$$$ | |Besides an excellent selection of beers brewed on the premises, this eatery serves up a seafood-heavy menu that truly hits the spot whether you're going for perfectly battered fish-and-chips, chicken burger, or poutine. The dining room is bright, modern, and airy, and the vibe is fun. There's a small store attached where you can grab cool branded Route 19 merchandise as well as craft beers to go.
16030 Central Ave., Inverness, Nova Scotia, B0E 1N0, Canada902-550–2739Known For
- Fat, juicy, perfectly prepared lobster rolls
- Huge patio with ocean views
- Excellent selection of local craft ciders and wines
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch. -
8. The Freight Shed
$$$ | |Fresh local seafood is what this waterfront eatery is known for, but they also do a great breakfast, hearty burgers and various other entrées. Prices are a little high, but that's common for Baddeck and the food is well prepared and tasty.
2 Jones St., Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada902-295–1389Known For
- Great selection of local craft beers
- Juicy lobster rolls
- Huge waterfront patio
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