Dining in Halifax

With over 450 eclectic eateries serving up everything from homestyle cooking to haute cuisine, Halifax offers a feast for both body and soul. With so many ways to indulge, it's too bad there are only three meals a day!

Botanica Restaurant & Lounge
Citadel Halifax Hotel, 1960 Brunswick St., Halifax / 422-1391 / 494-9190
Featuring signature dishes and regional favourites.

Brussels Restaurant & Brassarie
1873 Grafton St., Halifax / 446-4700
Belgian flavours with an assortment of fresh seafood and meats, paired with unique house sauces. Wide selection of European beers.

Café 101
Holiday Inn Harbourview Hotel, 101 Wyse Rd, Dartmouth / 463-1100 / 464-5411
Local dishes and continental cuisine.

Elements Restaurant
Westin Nova Scotian, 1181 Hollis St., Halifax / 496-7960
Friendly, casual dining, offering classic, affordable dishes.

Fiasco
1463 Brenton St., Halifax / 429-3499
European-style cooking using fresh products ranging from seafood to game. All complimented with traditional sauces.

Argyle Bar & Grill
1575 Argyle St., Halifax / 492-8844
Wood-oven pizza. Mediterranean cuisine. Rooftop and sidewalk patios.

Annie’s Place Café
1513 Birmingham St., Halifax / 420-0098
Hearty homestyle meals in a friendly setting.

Blowers St. Paperchase Newsstand & Café
5228 Blowers St., Halifax / 423-0750
The newsstand (first floor) carries magazines, funky greeting cards and convenience items. The café (second floor) offers all-day breakfasts, soups, sandwiches, salads and chili, fair-trade and organic beverages, computer rental for Net access and free wireless.

Brooklyn Warehouse
2795 Windsor St., Halifax / 446-8181
Classic dishes fused with modern international cuisine. Intimate dining room, fully licensed espresso bar. Weekend brunch.

Seasons Bistro & Wine Bar
Holiday Inn Select Halifax Centre, 1980 Robie St., Halifax / 490-3331
Diverse menu and extensive wine list. Overlooks the Halifax Common.

Stayner’s Wharf Pub & Grill
5075 George St., Halifax / 492-1800
Serves soups, salads, seafood, steak and more. Live music five nights a week.

Bish World Cuisine
1475 Lower Water St., Halifax / 425-7993
Eclectic cuisine. Menu changes regularly. Seafood, game, fresh local produce. Overlooking the harbour.

da Maurizio Dining Room
1496 Lower Water St., Halifax / 423-0859
Fine Italian dining, evenings only.

Gio
Prince George Hotel, 1725 Market St., Halifax / 425-1987
Vibrant global, New Age cuisine, with ingenious signature dishes and an extensive selection of wine and cocktails. The décor is modern and chic.

Inn on the Lake Dining Room
3009 Hwy. 2, Fall River / 861-3480
Fine dining room, cozy lounge, outside patio deck. Steak and seafood.

Jon Alan’s Luxx
5657 Spring Garden Rd., Halifax / 405-4060
Contemporary urban cuisine. Diverse menu with influences from around the globe. Stylish night spot with creative cocktails.

Applebee's
278 Lacewood Dr., Halifax / 445-4036
Steaks, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pastas and desserts. Kids’ menu. Generous portions.