Restaurants in Nova Scotia
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Wooden Monkey
Wooden Monkey 'A restaurant with a conscience', the monkey was modeled with wood salvaged from Hurricane Juan and is decorated with recycled furniture. The result feels like an artistic living room; stained glass pieces, beaded curtains and local art make you want to cosy up with a grilled breast of free-range chicken. The restaurant adamantly supports local organics and is a fab place to get gluten-free and vegan meals as well as humane meat dishes.
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Sweet Basil
Halifax's finest cuisine need not cost a fortune; lunch at this chic, country-style bistro will appease your inner gourmet, guilt-free. Try the creative lunch crepe special that changes daily, or the walnut-crusted chicken breast at dinner. Whatever you do, save room for dessert; a separate kitchen is dedicated to fantastical creations that make Haligonians' mouths water. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available.
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Fid
Slow food proponent Dennis Johnston buys all his ingredients from the local farmers' market, then sautées in Franco-Asian flavors to concoct dishes like monkfish with shell peas, maple/asparagus-glazed pork belly with sweet potato and a beautiful pad thai. It's a great place to sample regional foods; the menu changes weekly and carries vegetarian options.
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Niche
This open-feeling restaurant has live jazz most nights during the summer and serves everything from grilled meats to pizzas to seafood jambalaya. The fake trees and wrought-iron detail make the inside feel like outside; there is dining next to real foliage on the patio when the weather is warm.
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da Maurizio
Northern Italian class, pure and simple. Many locals cite da Maurizio as their favorite Halifax restaurant. The ambience is as fine as the cuisine; exposed brick and clean lines bring out all the flavors of this heritage brewery building. Reservations are strongly recommended.
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Dío Mío Gelato
Italian ice cream and fruit ices are concocted from all-natural ingredients, and nearby Halifax Public Gardens is the perfect place to enjoy them. For lunch, choose from three different veggie burgers or the healthy and flavorful salads and sandwiches.
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Salt Shaker Deli
Salt Shaker Deli With a clean-cut modern atmosphere, a waterfront deck and amazing food, it's no wonder this new deli/restaurant is always packed. Try the thin-crust pizzas or a pound of mussels cooked to the style of your choosing.
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Opa! Greek Taverna
Souvlaki, stuffed tomatoes, soups and a smorgasbord of Greek specialties add a splash of sunshine to grey city streets. If the giant fake olive tree in the center doesn't bring you to European shores, the Mediterranean blues and yellows will.
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Joe's Warehouse Food Emporium
This huge, subtly eclectic restaurant has a cozy bar, a posh dining room and a casual family style dining. Beef is the speciality although you can get other specialities from ‘away' such as a vegetarian spicy Asian noodle bowl.
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Bish
If grilled lobster tail with truffle butter doesn't up the ante of Maritime cuisine, not much will. There's no better place to celebrate or get very, very romantic than waterside Bishop's Harbour. Put it on plastic and enjoy yourself.
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Harbourside Market
If you've got kids with you, this is a great place for lunch. There's something for everyone from pizzas to seafood and you can enjoy your meal on a deck overlooking the harbor. A brewpub offers a selection of lagers and ales.
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Il Mercato
This long-standing Italian favorite doesn't take reservations; come early or late on weekends, or wait a short while. Talk and laugh loudly while filling your belly with homestyle pasta.
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Elephant's Eye Decor & Café
This understated little place offers a soup, crepe or vegetarian main of the day, and a seafood dish of the day. Browse the eccentric collection of antique knick-knacks while you dine.
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Fleur de Sel
This is by far the most elegant eating option in the region. French-inspired seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes use organic produce and are served in the classic, bright dining area.
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Your Father's Moustache
This is one of Halifax's most popular outdoor decks. Enjoy pub-style seafood steaks and pastas often accompanied by live music. Don't miss brunch on Saturdays for the blues matinee.
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Historic Grounds
Get an espresso fix with some baked goods or stop in for one of the best breakfasts in town. The outdoor patio overlooks the water and fills up quickly on summer weekends.
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Annie's Place Café
A slice of small town in the heart of Halifax, Annie welcomes you in and cooks up a hearty breakfast. She also makes smoothies, home-made Chai and espresso drinks.
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Doraku
One of Halifax's better sushi restaurants remains affordable and tasty. There is another slightly more upscale branch at 1579 Dresden Row, also Downtown.
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Magnolia's Grill
Try one of the many soups of the day at this diner-style local's favorite. Seafood (including Solomon Gundy) and an extensive wine list are available.
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Bean Bank Café
Locally owned, this very popular place serves healthy soups, salads and sandwiches. All of the meat served is oven-roasted, not processed.
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