Salt & Ash - Halifax

Name: Salt & Ash - Halifax
Address: 1741 Lower Water St unit 170, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3J 0J2
Telephone: (902) 334-5999
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (1216)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

1741 Lower Water St unit 170, Halifax, NS B3J 0J2

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 101 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Lively
Good for special occasions

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian, Seafood, Meat
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(902) 334-5999
Website
https://saltashhalifax.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Whether you’re celebrating a milestone with family and friends or are hosting a client dinner, our approachable menus and inviting space offers the perfect backdrop for every occasion. CapacitiesPrivate Dining Room: 20 seatedBuyout: 120 seated, 180 reception

Location
1741 Lower Water St unit 170, Halifax, NS B3J 0J2
Neighborhood
Halifax
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 9:00 PM - 9:45 PM,Mon - Wed - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Thu - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM, 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Join us daily from 2–5pm and 9pm to close and take advantage of our happy hour drink specials! Whether you’re looking to drink the night away while saving a buck or two, or are feeling up for a little weekend day drinking, we’ve got you covered.

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Salt & Ash - Halifax reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Atlantic Canada
Great for scenic views
Atlantic Canada
Canadian
Atlantic Canada
Most Booked
Nova Scotia
Hot spot
Nova Scotia
Great for outdoor dining
Nova Scotia
Great for scenic views
Nova Scotia
Most Booked

Review summary

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Salt & Ash in Halifax offers a "great atmosphere" and "amazing wood-fired pizza." The charming staff delivers "excellent service," adding warmth to the stylish space. While some find the menu limited, the unique flavors and "fantastic" views make it a beloved spot. Ideal for brunch or a casual date night.

1,216 Reviews

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Andrew VIP
Toronto / Ontario19 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
It is a casual restaurant with high end prices. Very noisy. Fish and chips were very good...crispy fish. ,1 Pier of fish and fries $28. Lobster roll was small served with french fries...over priced at $34. Hostess refused to have us wait for a nicer table closest to the windows, despite our willingness to do so. Mediocre experience...pick a better spot!
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Marnie
Caribbean6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. it was quite busy so there was a very good vibe to the place. A very nice experience.
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Joshua
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bingo night was amazing! Cory the waiter was incredible!!! Highly recommended!! Food and drinks where great as well!
Salt & Ash - HalifaxResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing time at Bingo Night and that Corey made such a great impression. He'll be so happy to hear your kind words! We're also glad you enjoyed the food and drinks. We truly appreciate the recommendation and can't wait to welcome you back again soon!
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Lynn
New York City4 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We typically really like Salt and Ash however last night the food was disappointing- we hoped to order pizza but were told that pizzas would not be available anymore that evening (it was 7:30) and we then wanted to order the seafood boil and were again told that wasn’t available either. We then ordered roasted vegetables which are a favourite of mine and unfortunately they weren’t roasted, many were burnt. Ironically as we left an hour later we noticed people, who arrived well after we did, being served pizza along with other tables. This further contributed to our experience being a disappointment.
Salt & Ash - HalifaxResponded 2 days ago
Hi Lynn, we're truly sorry your recent visit fell short. Pizza service was temporarily paused that evening while fresh dough was being prepared, and we sincerely apologize this wasn’t clearly communicated by your server. We understand how frustrating it must have been to see others served later. We're also sorry the flame-cooked vegetables were overdone; that’s not the quality we aim to deliver. We appreciate your past support and hope you’ll give us the opportunity to provide the experience you’ve come to expect from us on your next visit.
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Emily
Atlantic Canada1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good experience overall. Very busy restaurant. Maybe we waited slightly longer than expected and had to speak very loudly to hear one another. Really that's a testament to how popular the place is. Beautiful atmosphere and friendly staff.
Salt & Ash - HalifaxResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're glad to hear you had a good experience overall and appreciated the atmosphere and service. It’s true we can get quite lively during busy times, and we appreciate your patience with the wait and noise level. It means a lot that you still enjoyed your visit and took it as a sign of our popularity. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great meal!
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Leigh
Atlantic Canada3 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
$34 lobster roll. Not fresh lobster, too much effort made to make it haute cuisine? All that is needed is FRESH lobster meat and mayonnaise. Done.
Salt & Ash - HalifaxResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate your honesty and understand where you're coming from. There’s nothing quite like the simplicity of fresh lobster with just a touch of mayo, and we agree that when done right, it doesn’t need much else. At Salt and Ash, we aim to offer a slightly elevated take while still honoring the roots of classic East Coast comfort food. That said, we always want our guests to feel the quality shines through. Your comments are a helpful reminder of the beauty in simplicity, and we’ll be taking them to heart as we continue refining our approach. We hope you'll consider giving us another try in the future and we truly appreciate your perspective.
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Reagan
Atlantic Canada1 review
4.0
Dined on July 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience Staff is very friendly Would come again
Salt & Ash - HalifaxResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience and that our team made you feel welcome. We can’t wait to have you back at Salt and Ash again soon!
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Trisha VIP
San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews
1.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had a confirmed reservation for a large group, with an email from OpenTable clearly showing the total number of guests. We arrived early, only to find that half of our large table had been given away to another group. The staff refused to accommodate us or honor our full reservation. They were unapologetic, and we were forced to eat with strangers, while the rest of our group sat at a separate table. It was disorganized, uncomfortable, and deeply disappointing. We’ve never experienced anything like this before—a confirmed reservation should be respected, and the way this was handled was unacceptable.
Salt & Ash - HalifaxResponded 4 days ago
Hi Trisha, We are truly sorry for the experience you had. There was confusion at the host stand regarding your reservation, and we sincerely regret that it was not handled properly. A confirmed booking should always be respected, and we understand how frustrating and uncomfortable it was to be split up and seated with other guests. This is not the level of service we aim to provide. Your feedback has been shared with our team, and we would appreciate the chance to make it right. Please consider reaching out to us directly. Warm regards, The Salt and Ash Team
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Maggie
Atlantic Canada1 review
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Favorite brunch place. Nice food and environment.Great service
Salt & Ash - HalifaxResponded 4 days ago
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're honoured to be your go-to brunch spot. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. Were proud of what we do here and I'm glad it shows. Cant wait to welcome you back!
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Julianne
Ottawa1 review
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were so glad to be able to snag a last minute table for this restaurant - even though it was 10pm. The restaurant was so busy - but service was fast, drinks were delicious, and service was prompt, professional, and kind. The vibes of the interior itself were amazing - would highly recommend the patio if ever you get the chance - it looked beautiful. Overall, would love to come again!
Salt & Ash - HalifaxResponded on July 7, 2025
Thank you so much for the thoughtful review! We're so glad we were able to seat you for a late-night visit and that you still had such a great experience. It means a lot to hear that the service was prompt and kind, the drinks hit the mark, and that you enjoyed the energy of the space. We love that you noticed the patio! It’s definitely one of our favorite spots, and we’d love for you to enjoy it on your next visit. Thanks again for the recommendation. We truly appreciate it and can’t wait to have you back!
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Salt & Ash - Halifax is rated 4.4 stars by 1216 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 101 times today

1741 Lower Water St unit 170, Halifax, NS B3J 0J2

Additional information

Neighborhood
Halifax
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Canadian, Seafood, Meat
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Wine

Website
https://saltashhalifax.com/
Phone number
(902) 334-5999
Private party facilities
Whether you’re celebrating a milestone with family and friends or are hosting a client dinner, our approachable menus and inviting space offers the perfect backdrop for every occasion. CapacitiesPrivate Dining Room: 20 seatedBuyout: 120 seated, 180 reception

Salt & Ash - Halifax

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