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Diners' Choice: Most Booked restaurants in Nova Scotia

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Salt & Ash - Halifax

4.5

4.5 (985)

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

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Kerry Lynn

Dined 5 days ago

Always love coming to Salt and Ash when in the city. One of my favourite dining experiences.

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Dartmouth Crossing

4.7

4.7 (4057)

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.

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Wanda

Dined 3 days ago

We had a great meal as always . The staff are excellent

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Single Crab Cake

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French Onion Soup

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The Five Fishermen

4.6

4.6 (3166)

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.

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Shawn

Dined 4 days ago

A tiny bit pricy but worth it. The food is always fantastic, friendly efficient staff and great ambiance. Would absolutely take friends, family or a date here.

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Seafood Chowder

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The Canteen on Portland

4.9

4.9 (3177)

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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Jayvip

Dined 3 days ago

One of my favourite spots in HRM, always look forward to dining here. Thanks again for another great experience.

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Canteen Chowder

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Mussels & Frites

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4.5

4.5 (723)

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.

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Alan

Dined 2 days ago

Truly delicious food. Every single dish was fantastic. We had mackerel, sardines, halloumi, calamari, octopus, beef tenderloin kebab and the 1/2 chicken.

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4.6

4.6 (1229)

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.

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Joan

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food and the staff were very accommodating as we were dining with a small baby. Would definitely return.

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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Halifax

4.7

4.7 (2158)

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.

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Warren

Dined 3 days ago

Absolutely fantastic dinner! Enjoyed a delicious bacon wrapped filet mignon cooked perfectly! Absolutely wonderful evening

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Prime Rib Sandwich

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Bar Sofia - Halifax

4.3

4.3 (792)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Latin

Halifax

About the restaurant

Showcasing the vibrant essence of Latin cooking, Bar Sofia is a paradise for lovers of shared plates and cocktails. Led by celebrated Chef Anthony Walsh, Bar Sofia playfully nods to his family’s Argentinian heritage as well as the next generation of food lovers, artists and adventurers.

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Genevieve

Dined on Aug 28, 2024

Besides the food being delicious, the staff did everything to make our party comfortable and satisfied. And again Delicious!

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FAB at Bar Sofia

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Beach Pea Kitchen & Bar

4.9

4.9 (827)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Lunenburg

About the restaurant

✼ If you would prefer to dine on our waterfront patio, please add a visit tag in seating preferences when reserving and we will do our best to accommodate you (weather permitting).

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.

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Michael

Dined 2 days ago

Our food was outstanding. Our table was ready and confirmation about eating outside was made in advance. Our server Carol ( or whomever covered outside for Sept 5th 545) was absolutely outstanding. Highly recommend.

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GRILLED OCTOPUS

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EDNA Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (764)

CAN$30 and under

Bistro

Halifax

About the restaurant

An upmarket neighbourhood bistro serving locally focused dishes. We are a bustling one-room restaurant with a comfy bar. Seasonal menus include P.E.I. Blue Dot rib eye steaks, local seafood, and seasonal veg.

Open for lunch service Tuesday-Friday 1130-230
Open for Supper service Tuesday-Sunday 5-10pm
Open for Brunch service Sunday 10-2 pm

We keep bar seating open for walk-ins each night so feel free to pop in.

Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome but not guaranteed.

***Please note when picking a reservation time that our licence requires minors (even sweet tiny little babies) to be out of the restaurant by 10pm, sorry for the inconvenience.

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Yamac

Dined 7 days ago

Service was pleasant and efficient. Loved the appies and the mains were oh my god so good… Really enjoyed the cocktails and the desserts as well.

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