Must-see restaurants in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island

  • Splendid Essence

    Charlottetown

    If you're up for something a little exotic, how about some savory Taiwanese vegetarian dishes served in this cozy Victorian building, fitted out with…

  • Oh My Cod!

    Nova Scotia

    For quick and easy eating, this friendly seafood diner is hard to beat: enjoy clams, scallops, battered haddock and fish tacos, along with hand-cut chips,…

  • Leonhard's

    Charlottetown

    A little slice of PEI countryside comes to downtown Charlottetown with this friendly, frilly spot serving generous sandwiches, German pastries, all-day…

  • Wind & Reef Restaurant

    Prince Edward Island

    You'll find a range of fishy treats and seafood specials on the menu, but this restaurant above the North Cape Interpretive Centre is mainly worth a visit…

  • Bette's Kitchen

    Cape Breton Island

    You'll need to be hungry here: Bette serves up supersize portions of home-cooked, mostly deep-fried food. As you'd expect, the Kitchen Sink burger has…

  • Sydney St

    Annapolis Valley

    In a turreted, decked building just off the main drag, this lively pub is where everyone heads for a pint of something cold and local. It also does decent…

  • An Octopus' Garden Cafe

    New Brunswick

    The Octopus's tentacles extend as far as Italy. Homemade pasta and sauces, good panini and pain au chocolat can all be enjoyed with a proper espresso on…

  • Myrtle & Rosie's Cafe

    Annapolis Valley

    This welcoming cafe is a hub for the village. Stop in to chat with locals, drink a cup of coffee over a slice of pie or chow down on a delicious BLT or a…

  • ArtCan Gallery & Café

    Annapolis Valley

    Enjoy fair-trade coffee, delicious baked goods and views over the valley in this art store–cafe run by local artist Ron Hayes. It also offers workshops…

  • Cafe C'est la Vie

    New Brunswick

    This bright, well-loved spot serves panini, risottos and salads along with organic soups and bibimbap (Korean mixed rice dish). The bulletin board here is…

  • Annie's Place Cafe

    Halifax

    A slice of small town in the heart of Halifax, Annie's welcomes you in and serves up a hearty breakfast all day, including freshly baked bread and…

  • Seaside Restaurant & Take Out

    New Brunswick

    Right on Mac's Beach, the simple but spacious Seaside Restaurant serves fish-and-chips, scallops, chowder and more next to the sand and with views of the…

  • Antigonish Townhouse

    Nova Scotia

    Swing by this popular town pub for a pint of something local or a plate of chicken-confit poutine or moules frites. It's a favorite hangout for students…

  • Gables

    New Brunswick

    Seafood and views of Navy Island through a row of tall windows dominate this comfortable Victorian clapboard building. To enter, head down the alley onto…

  • Market

    New Brunswick

    Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings see a market set up in the town center during July and August. Vendors sell local food like the doughnut-style…

  • Family Fisheries Restaurant

    New Brunswick

    Part of a fresh-fish market, this ultra-casual seafood shack specializes in fish-and-chips (all the seafood is caught by family members), plus lip…

  • SCKS Société culturelle Kent-Sud

    New Brunswick

    Full of local art, baked goods, salads and soups, this little nonprofit cafe is a pleasant place to stop for coffee and simple French-style snack lunches…

  • Breakwater

    Nova Scotia

    The pick of Pictou's limited choice of dining, this simple place serves seafood, steaks and burgers in a spacious, booth-filled building overlooking the…

  • Rope Loft

    Nova Scotia

    Head onto the deck of this popular waterside pub for Chester's best dining with a view. Seafood features strongly on the menu, alongside burgers, club…

  • Stubborn Goat

    Halifax

    Belly-filling pub grub, from generous burgers to fish-and-chips, is what's on offer at the Goat. The beer selection is good, and it also has a seasonal…

  • Sully's Ice Cream Parlour

    New Brunswick

    Housed in the restored train station, Sully's scoops up all of your favorite ice cream along with some unique homemade flavors. Try their ice pops,…

  • Windows on the Water

    Prince Edward Island

    Owner Lillian Dingwell cooks up a varied menu of island dishes at her quaint, longstanding restaurant – including delicious blue mussels, homemade fish…

  • Herring Choker Deli

    Cape Breton Island

    Swing by this roadside diner-deli, 12km southwest of Baddeck, for a pit stop. It serves up soups, sandwiches, wraps and salads, plus breads, pastries and…

  • Hebel's

    Nova Scotia

    Rich offerings such as stroganoff, seafood creole and veal in mushroom sauce are the order of the day at this traditional restaurant. German and Austrian…

  • Lobster Pound & Moore

    Cape Breton Island

    Huge portions of seafood loaded up with piles of shoestring fries are the thing to order here; lobsters are usually available. The deck area is nice for…

  • Pinokkio

    New Brunswick

    Fresh pasta and even fresher seafood makes this a popular spot to dine. Pizza with mussels, lobster bisque, smoked meat sandwiches and seafood linguine…

  • Shanty Cafe

    Nova Scotia

    Fishers and shoppers alike head for the all-day breakfast at this simple town cafe, which dabbles in Indian and Mexican flavors alongside burgers, salads…

  • Restaurant La Sagouine

    New Brunswick

    With seafood in its various presentations alongside fried chicken and crepes for good measure, this old-fashioned spot has a summer patio for great…

  • Newton's Mercantile & Cafe

    New Brunswick

    This old-fashioned-style mercantile has lots of space and plenty of board games for a rainy day. Gelato, crepes, soups and wi-fi make it a comfy place to…

  • Café Cognito

    New Brunswick

    Get your morning joe at Café Cognito, a tiny cafe with sandwiches, soups and all-day breakfasts served at a handful of bistro tables that spill onto the…

  • The Bistro

    Nova Scotia

    A good choice for casual dining in New Glasgow, with fresh, inventive dishes making use of Asian and Indian flavors. Local artists show their works on the…

  • Kingsbrae Garden Cafe

    New Brunswick

    At the beautiful Kingsbrae Garden and housed inside one of the estate's original houses, the terrace cafe serves fancy sandwiches, croquettes, pasta and…

  • Five Girls Baking

    Nova Scotia

    Sandwiches, muffins, cookies and freshly baked buns, plus lots of local foodie treats, are reason enough to check out this attractive little cafe on Main…

  • Cinnamon Soul Cafe

    New Brunswick

    Wander through the veggie garden path and grab a patio seat at the little, blue Cinnamon Soul Cafe for chowder, hearty salads and sandwiches or a sticky…

  • Captain's Daughter

    Annapolis Valley

    Country-style food served directly above the wharf at Freeport; handy if you're waiting for the Brier Island ferry or happen to be here in time for sunset.

  • 1809 Restaurant

    New Brunswick

    This classy hotel restaurant has killer waterside views. Its fairly long menu doesn't veer far from the expected but dishes are beautifully presented.

  • Two If By Sea

    Nova Scotia

    Be warned: if you want to gorge on the massive, buttery chocolate croissants that TIBS is famous for, get in quick as they're often sold out by 1pm.

  • Byblos

    New Brunswick

    Crazy popular, this elegant Lebanese restaurant has a bustling atmosphere. Linger over garlic-laced dishes, marinated meats and homemade pita bread.

  • Cornhill Nursery & Cedar Cafe

    New Brunswick

    Stop in at this sweet, wooden cafe and its lovely gardens for tea, cake or an organic lunch. Enjoy wood-fired pizzas for dinner on the weekends.

  • Kelly's Bake Shop

    New Brunswick

    For over 50 years, sweet-lovers have flocked here from far and wide for just one thing: the mammoth cinnamon sticky buns. Follow their lead.