Halifax Restaurants

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  • 1. Highwayman

    $$$

    This small, on-trend restaurant and bar serves a seafood-heavy Spanish-inspired menu and delicious cocktails. There's a selection of oysters on ice, as well as other chilled and cured seafood and meats, classic Spanish tapas, and bar snacks that make for a perfect evening of grazing, but also a menu of hearty pasta and meat dishes should you require something more robust. Reservations are highly recommended.

    1673 Barrington St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 1Z9, Canada
    902-407–5260

    Known For

    • Seafood tower served with a dozen oysters
    • Fun, lively atmosphere
    • Exceptional and friendly service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch.
  • 2. Café Aroma Latino

    $$ | North End

    Come to this fab spot to grab breakfast where they serve authentic Central and South American dishes in a cozy location.

    5780 North St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K 1N7, Canada
    902-444–8393

    Known For

    • Delicious arepas and empanadas
    • Tiny attached Latin grocery store
    • Churros and ice-cream dessert

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 3. Dee Dee's Ice Cream

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    Every lick of the small-batch artisan ice cream made at Dee Dee's is pure pleasure whether you opt for classic vanilla, banana cardamom, Mexican chocolate, or one of the many other flavors on offer.

    5668 Cornwallis St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K 1B5, Canada
    902-407–6614

    Known For

    • Ice-cream sandwiches made with fresh baked cookies
    • Excellent affogato with your choice of ice-cream flavor
    • Long lines in hot weather

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 4. Flynn's Dairy Bar & Convenience

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    Home to ridiculous milkshakes topped with cotton candy and slices of birthday cake or cheesecake, as well as stacked cones and a massive selection of international candy, Flynn's is a delight. There's also a branch in the Hydrostone neighborhood. 

    1365 Hollis St., Nova Scotia, B3J 1T8, Canada
    902-406–0334

    Known For

    • Over-the-top milkshakes
    • Rare candy and breakfast cereals
    • Snack foods from all over the world
  • 5. Indochine Banh Mi

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    Traditional Vietnamese subs, noodle soups and bowls, fusion tacos, and more at this fast-service spot just across from the Halifax Public Gardens.

    1551 South Park St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 4B4, Canada
    902-407–1222

    Known For

    • Tasty bubble tea smoothies
    • Plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
    • Authentic banh mi subs
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  • 6. Le French Fix Pâtisserie

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    Decadent pastries and excellent coffee are to be had at this authentic French bakery in the heart of downtown. 

    5233 Prince St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 1L8, Canada
    902-497–5308

    Known For

    • Hazelnut eclairs that melt in your mouth
    • Colorful and delicious macarons
    • Perfectly flaky croissants

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 7. Lower Deck

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    History surrounds you in Privateer's Warehouse, where two eateries share old stone walls and hand-hewn beams. The main-floor pub sticks to pub grub, which is served at long trestle tables; the patrons here consider ale an entrée, so you can just order a beer and join the fun. The second-floor Beer Market is less casual, with more refined dishes on the menu. There's another branch in Clayton Park.

    1887 Upper Water St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 1S9, Canada
    902-425–1501

    Known For

    • House-made burgers
    • Very lively atmosphere
    • Live music every night in the pub
  • 8. Mary's African Cuisine

    $$

    Delicious African stews—beef, goat, curry chicken, eggplant—with tasty sides such as jollof rice and enjera bread are served in Mary's friendly downtown restaurant.

    1701 Barrington St., Nova Scotia, B3J 2A4, Canada
    902-404–3144

    Known For

    • Plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options
    • Huge portions
    • Mary makes her own fresh juices

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 9. Morris East

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    Casually cool yet warm and intimate, Morris East stakes its reputation on local artisanal ingredients. Gourmet wood-fired pizzas, topped with the region's best veggies, cheeses, and charcuterie and cooked using Annapolis Valley applewood, are the specialty. Libations have local flavor too: spirits handcrafted in the province go into the cocktails. There's a short wine list, or you can bring your own (corkage C$15).

    5212 Morris St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 1B4, Canada
    902-444–7663

    Known For

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    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
  • 10. Portland Street Crêperie

    $ | Dartmouth

    Here you'll find sweet and savory crepes with unexpected fillings such as garlic mashed potato, or pesto with goat cheese and chicken, as well as classic flavors.

    55 Portland St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B2Y 1H1, Canada
    902-466–7686

    Known For

    • Ice-cream served in bubble-waffle cones
    • Gluten-free buckwheat crepes
    • The Darkside fudge brownie dessert crepe
  • 11. The Cheeky Neighbour Diner

    $$

    Specializing in superb breakfasts and upscale comfort foods for lunch and dinner, this fun and quirky spot is worth lining up for on weekends. 

    6024 Quinpool Rd., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3L 1A1, Canada
    902-474–4152

    Known For

    • Chicken and waffle breakfasts
    • Selection of premium poutines
    • Decent kids’ menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
  • 12. The Foggy Goggle

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    They call it "comfort food with attitude" and it's certainly struck a chord with locals and visitors, who flock to this bar to fill up on freshly made dishes like lobster mac and cheese, ribs roasted in root beer, and Foggy Spuds (roasted potatoes with chopped bacon, corn, and red onion, sautéed in a rich cream sauce and topped with cheese). There are lighter choices and vegetarian options, too.

    2057 Gottingen St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K 3B2, Canada
    902-444–1414

    Known For

    • 14 beers on tap and innovative cocktails
    • Open until 1 am on Friday and Saturday
    • Very good service
  • 13. Two If By Sea Café

    $ | Dartmouth

    This fun local café's slogan is "Eat Butter," so it's no surprise that their massive buttery croissants are amazing, and freshly roasted beans from the coffee roastery next door—Anchored—means that the caffeinated drinks are perfect, too. 

    66 Ochterloney St., Halifax, Nova Scotia, B2Y 1C2, Canada
    902-469–0721

    Known For

    • Always delicious croissant of the week
    • Vegan ginger molasses cookies
    • Fun, young vibe

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