2 Best Restaurants in The Eastern Shore and Northern Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia

A locals' favorite serving craft beer, cocktails, and upscale modern food. Oysters, salt-cod fish cakes, and moules marinière (mussels in garlic and wine) showcase local seafood, and there's an excellent selection of carnivorous and vegetarian dishes to choose from.

Gabrieau's has earned a place in Antigonish hearts with its pleasant interior and an epicurean yet affordable menu that includes seafood, meat dishes, pasta, tapas, sushi, and various vegetarian dishes. There are also luscious desserts, and the wine list impresses, too. There's a sunny patio and a private room is also available.