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Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Nova Scotia

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the most booked restaurants in Nova Scotia? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 500,000 new global diner reviews from the past month. We sort the results by location to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Salt & Ash - Halifax
4.5
4.5 (1206)
CAN$30 and under
Canadian
Halifax
About the restaurant
A warm, relaxed and feel-good retreat where friends come to gather over crackling fire, delicious food and cold beer, Salt + Ash represents a new wave of Nova Scotia dining. With a focus on live-fire cooking, its approachable menu of unique shared snacks, wood-fired pizzas, hearty meat and seafood, and East Coast family-style favourites is both inviting and laid-back, while its idyllic waterfront setting offers uninterrupted harbour views.
Top review
lisa
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food and wonderful service and location
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Margherita
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Fish + Chips
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Fire-Roasted Scallops
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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Dartmouth Crossing
4.8
4.8 (4617)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Steakhouse
Dartmouth
About the restaurant
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.
Top review
Philip and Kerri
Dined 1 day ago
My experience was very amazing with my wife and we would always eat it and it is very very delicious
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Filet Mignon
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Rib Steak
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French Onion Soup
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The Canteen on Portland
4.9
4.9 (3463)
CAN$30 and under
Farm-to-table
Dartmouth
About the restaurant
The Canteen is a full-service neighbourhood restaurant in Downtown Dartmouth, serving up chef-inspired seasonal fare for lunch, brunch and dinner. At the helm in the kitchen is award-winning chef and co-owner Renee Lavallee. Her seasonal menus are influenced by classic French, Italian and traditional Nova Scotian cuisine – with a little bit of Renée’s magic thrown in. Signature items include The Canteen Burger, The Crobster Roll, Seafood Chowder and more.




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NicolasD
Dined 1 day ago
Great food with excellent service! We eat here every time we’re in Halifax.
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Carrot Cake
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Canteen Chowder
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Mussels & Frites
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The Five Fishermen
4.7
4.7 (3354)
CAN$51 and over
Seafood
Halifax
About the restaurant
****FOR PARTIES OF 10 PEOPLE OR MORE PLEASE EMAIL Fivefishermen@graftonconnor.com***

Join us at Five Fishermen restaurant in Downtown Halifax and let the personalized service and warm contemporary ambiance, set the tone for an exceptional dining experience.

Choose from a varied selection of the finest seafood available, or indulge in our critically acclaimed prime center cut steaks, aged 28 days and wood fire grill to perfection. Complement your meal with a selection from our wine menu — an award-wining list of more than 200 wines curated by our Sommelier.

If a more relaxed experience is desired, visit our lively bar where you can sip classic and creative hand-shaken cocktails or a selection of micro-brewed beers and ales, regional wines, single-malt scotches and fresh squeezed juices and enjoy signature appetizers . Whatever the occasion, from a quiet weeknight dinner to a special private event, let us handle every detail. We'll do the work. You bask in the glory.
Top review
Priya
Dined 2 days ago
We came to celebrate our 10 year anniversary and man oh man, was it ever amazing. From the service to the food, everything was incredible. Thoughtful combinations of flavours (raspberry and oysters!? Who knew) and the staff really went out of their way to make us feel special. Laura, you are a GEM, I wish we could’ve stayed all night. Thanks sooooo much for everything
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Tuna Tartare
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Filet Mignon
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Seafood Chowder
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Darya
4.5
4.5 (841)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Mediterranean
Halifax
About the restaurant
A refined yet earthy dining destination on the Halifax waterfront, Daryâ offers a fresh, bright take on Eastern Mediterranean cooking. Featuring a globally-inspired wine list, vibrant cocktails and a large, sunny patio, Daryâ’s spirited, relaxed atmosphere invites diners to break bread with friends and loved ones and sample as many flavours and textures as possible.

Top review
Rykert
Dined on Jun 27, 2025
Great vibes and decor with good food for a solid price
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Experience
Buffet Brunch at Darya
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Crème
4.4
4.4 (220)
CAN$30 and under
Afternoon Tea
Downtown
About the restaurant
Every moment is made sweeter at Crème. Specializing in elegant custom cakes, delightful afternoon tea experiences, and artfully crafted charcuterie boards, we bring sophistication and flavor to every occasion. Whether you're indulging in a premade box of our signature sweets or planning an unforgettable gathering, we’re here to add a touch of grace and charm.
Top review
Heather
Dined 1 day ago
Food was awesome, staff was friendly, very clean and great location. I would recommend this experience.
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Beach Pea Kitchen & Bar
4.8
4.8 (931)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Seafood
Lunenburg
About the restaurant
Let the Beach Pea’s team of talented chefs prepare a delicious meal for you. With diverse specialties, ranging from French cuisine to traditional Italian pasta, the combined experience of this kitchen produces delicious, elegant dishes with a focus on fresh Nova Scotia seafood.

We accept reservations for dinner service, but if our dining room and patio are full, you are welcome to have a refreshing drink at the breezy bar while you wait to be seated.

Please note that we hold reservations for a maximum of 15 minutes
We are happy to accommodate parties of 1-8 guests in our intimate space.
Top review
Samantha
Dined 1 day ago
Always a perfect time at Beach Peach. Delicious food and drinks, and yummy food.
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GRILLED OCTOPUS
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PASTA SEPIA
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SCALLOPS
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Drift
4.7
4.7 (1424)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Canadian
Halifax
About the restaurant
A distinct new dining experience led by celebrated Chef Anthony Walsh, Drift features modern, elevated takes on classic Atlantic Canadian dishes and traditions. Located on the main level of the newly built Muir Hotel, our salon, bar and promenade offer a simple, modern and stylish setting in which to dine, drink, linger and relax without interruption. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, as well as late night drinks, we warmly invite you to experience a taste of Drift at your leisure.
Top review
mark
Dined 3 days ago
Superb server and food was amazing. It’s location is in a funky spot next to the waterfront. 10/10.
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Seafood Tower
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Pork Belly & Scallops
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Roast Chicken & Rappie Pie
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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Halifax
4.7
4.7 (2319)
CAN$51 and over
Steakhouse
Halifax
About the restaurant
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.
Top review
Terry
Dined 2 days ago
Thank you to the Keg for another amazing experience, great steak and service as always!
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Filet Mignon
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Rib Steak
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Prime Rib Sandwich
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L’abri café, restaurant et bar
4.8
4.8 (568)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Contemporary Canadian
Margaree
About the restaurant
Coming Soon!
Top review
Stephen
Dined on Jun 27, 2025
Fabulous food, wonderful service and stunning views.
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Fish & Chips
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Chicken Tikka Masala
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Pecan Pie Cheesecake
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