Darya

Name: Darya
Address: 1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3J 1S5
Telephone: (902) 334-4874
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (812)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Mediterranean

1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5

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2 people

May 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Vegetarian-friendly

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(902) 334-4874
Website
https://www.daryahalifax.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5
Neighborhood
Halifax
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Water St Terminal

Experiences

Nikka Whisky Tasting Event
CA$120.00 per person
Prepaid
May 27, 2025 only
6:00 PM
Join us for an exclusive evening celebrating the bold and complex spirit of Japan’s Nikka Whisky. This one-night-only event features a guided tasting of 7 premium Nikka expressions, each thoughtfully paired with 7 seasonal canapés crafted by our culinary team. Begin the night with a signature welcome cocktail and settle in for a memorable tasting experience led by a whisky expert. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or curious newcomer, this intimate tasting is a rare opportunity to explore the depth and craft of Nikka in a refined setting.
Brunch Buffet
Multiple dates available
Join us on Saturdays and Sundays (plus holiday Mondays!) from 10:30am–3pm and dig into Chef John Chee’s Mediterranean-inspired brunch buffet. For $35, enjoy an ever-changing selection of breads, dips, spreads, cold platters, hot cuisines, sweets, and desserts. Plus, freshly brewed drip coffee and tea is included! For a little extra sparkle, enjoy $5 mimosas with seven flavours to choose from or order a Mimosa Tower for a flight of mini mimosas to share with friends. Please note: A shortened à la carte brunch menu will also be available.

Offers

Buffet Brunch at Darya
Multiple dates available
Sun - 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM,Sat - 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us on Saturday & Sunday (plus holiday Mondays!) from 11:30am–3pm and dig into Chef Wesley Bernard’s Mediterranean-inspired brunch buffet. For $40, enjoy an ever-changing selection of breads, dips, spreads, cold platters, hot cuisines, sweets, and desserts. Plus, freshly brewed drip coffee and tea is included! For a little extra sparkle, enjoy $9 mimosas with three flavours to choose from or sip on one of our signature cocktails. We also have a traditional Turkish coffee method on offer, where coffee is heated by sand. Book your buffet brunch today! Please note: A shortened à la carte brunch menu will also be available.

What 812 people are saying

Darya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Atlantic Canada
Gluten-free-friendly
Atlantic Canada
Healthy
Atlantic Canada
Great for scenic views
Atlantic Canada
Vegetarian-friendly
Atlantic Canada
Most Booked
Nova Scotia
Great for brunch
Nova Scotia
Gluten-free-friendly
Nova Scotia
Healthy
Nova Scotia
Great for outdoor dining
Nova Scotia
Great for scenic views
Nova Scotia
Vegetarian-friendly
Nova Scotia
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Darya dazzles with "amazing fusion Mediterranean cuisine," offering "delicious food in a beautiful atmosphere." Guests rave about "excellent service" and "great menu options," with standout brunch buffets and gluten-free offerings. While some found portions small, many praise the "friendly staff" and "outstanding flavors," making it a popular spot for celebrations.

812 Reviews

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Christian
Montreal3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great staff and delicate flavours. This is a place I go once or twice per year, and will continue to do so.
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Douglas
Vancouver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The place was lovely with a great decor. Staff were extremely friendly. Food was fantastic with great flavours. Wish the had a restaurant in Vancouver as that’s where we are visiting from. Thanks Darya!
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D’Mitri
Atlantic Canada9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. Was kinda loud. But still had a good time
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Chris
Atlantic Canada4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great brunch, impressive variety. Fresh food and delicious with excellent service
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Wisdom
Atlantic Canada1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The food wqs amazing the lamb was so tender. I had given up on lamb but they reignited my love for it.
DaryaResponded on May 15, 2025
Hi Wisdom! Thanks so much for coming in! I'm really glad you enjoyed everything, especially the lamb! Hope to see you again soon :)
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Darryl
Atlantic Canada1 review
3.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was just ok for the price expected better food. Was not great on par with Ella.
DaryaResponded on May 4, 2025
Hi Darryl! Thanks so much for coming in and taking the time to leave a review. If there's anything specific you'd like for me to pass along to the kitchen, I'd love to hear it! Feedback is a huge part of how we grow and is always welcomed. Hope to see you again :)
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peter
Atlantic Canada3 reviews
1.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food portions were too small for the expensive prices. $14 glass of wine tasted like an $11 bottle of wine. Cocktails very small and too $$$ at $16. Staff friendly but did not bring requested items.
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Beth
Atlantic Canada1 review
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience was fabulous! We celebrated my birthday there and had a spectacular meal and a few drinks! So good! The atmosphere is amazing ❤️
DaryaResponded on May 4, 2025
Hi Beth! Thanks so much for coming in! I'm really glad you had a great time, I hope we see you again soon! Happy Birthday :)
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lisa
Atlantic Canada4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was very tasty and very good value. Our waiter Sonny was lovely. The only comment is that we could have used a little more service in terms of more drinks .
DaryaResponded on May 4, 2025
Hi Lisa! Thanks for coming in and taking the time to leave a review. I have to agree, Sunny is fantastic! I'll be sure to pass that along to him. Thanks for the note about drink service, I'll make sure to mention that to the team so that no one goes without :) Hope to see you again soon!
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Deb
Atlantic Canada2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service! Beautiful views. Food was outstanding. They have a very extensive gluten free menu, and they took great care to ensure my food was safe. They even brought out separate sauces for me. We will definitely be back.
DaryaResponded on May 4, 2025
Hi Deb! Thanks so much for coming in. We're really proud to offer a menu that can cater to almost any dietary restriction, I'm really glad you were able to have a meal that was safe and delicious! I hope we can host you again soon :)
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FAQs

Darya is rated 4.6 stars by 812 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

May 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

1709 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S5

Additional information

Neighborhood
Halifax
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Water St Terminal

Website
https://www.daryahalifax.com/
Phone number
(902) 334-4874

Darya

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Nikka Whisky Tasting Event

Brunch Buffet

Offers

Buffet Brunch at Darya

Menu

What 812 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Darya restaurant rated?

Is Darya currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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