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Beavertails
Categories: Restaurants Creperies Restaurants Food Stands Creperies, Food Stands [Edit]
1751 Lower Water StHalifax, NS B3J 1S5
(902) 422-7925
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dessert
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
11 reviews for Beavertails
11 reviews in English
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Review from Adam B.
Halifax, NS
1/22/2010
A deep fried piece of dough with cinnamon on it. That is all a beaver tail is. It is probably the worst thing you could ever let your body process and yet here I am singing its praises.
The Beaver Tail is delicious. And if you step foot in our fair city in the summer time and don't pick one up, you're not really living.
Trust me, this little shack on the waterfront has the tastiest snack around. Ignore your diet for a few minutes and have a bite, you will not regret it. As I said, I like cinnamon, but there are plenty of toppings and combination to choose from. All of them are wildly unhealthy and ludicrously delicious.
Once in a while this is the place to go. Don't go too often unless you feel like buying pants with a bigger waist, but definitely stop by and taste a genuine Canadian delicacy! -
Review from Krista P.
Halifax, NS
4/19/2011
How would I define a BeaverTail? Ooey-gooey deep-fried delicious pastry heaven on a napkin with your choice of topping(s).
Yes. They are really that good. The original BeaverTail is simply the pastry itself sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. But for the more adventurous they offer many other flavour options to grace the top of your Tail as well, including Apple Cinnamon, Banana Chocolate (with real slices of banana), and Maple Butter, to name just a few.
So eat your heart out. Your waistline may not thank you but your mouth sure will!Listed in: Sunny Days, Pssst...You Got the Dough?
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Review from Courtney M.
Halifax, NS
11/7/2009 1 photo
If you haven't had the pleasure of a 'beavertail' then you're missing out on one of the best Canadian delicacies going. Seriously, they're right up there with fresh salmon, lobsters and maple syrup!
First of all, just in case you aren't aware, a beaver tail is a: whole-wheat pastry that has been deep friend in soy oil, stretched to look like a beaver's tail, smothered in butter and topped with your choice of delectable toppings. My personal favorite: apples with whipped cream. Disclaimer: Do not be confused by the term 'whole wheat.' These are terrible for you. The best time to eat a beavertail is after a day of skiing in Whistler, but a jaunt along the Halifax boardwalk rings a close second.
Be sure the check out this little kiosk the next time you're on the harbour front. -
Review from Laura P.
6/24/2010
Hotspot central! Calling all pastry buffs-- Beavertails will give you something to swoon over.
My sister introduced me to this "much loved spot" just recently, and until then, this was a slice of heaven I had gone without. The menu itself proves excitement, as this isn't your average croissant or toaster strudel. This waterfront eatery offers smoothies, frozen yogurt and a sure selection of interesting pastries.
My sister decided on a strawberry frozen yogurt (she said was delish), and I went for the Chocolate Hazel Pastry. Because who knows when I'll ever be here again.... right?
Yum. Succulent. Mouthwatering. Fantastic. What else is there to say? The pastry was soft, buttery goodness and the sweet filling/ toppings were fresh and liquified. An extravagant treat for sure, but one worth the indulgence. My sweet tooth was quenched, and I may be onto a new once-a-week kick. -
Review from Katie M.
Halifax, NS
4/18/2010
I will not mince words about the fact that Beavertails are probably the worst food for you in the entire world. On a scale from one to diabetes they get a solid 9.8. Beavertails are deep fried pastries with your choice of many delectable toppings including chocolate and bananas and cinnamon sugar.
Now, admittedly these treats are delicious, and some even say addictive and with so many different options it can be tough to eat only one! They aren't the cheapest treats though and can be over five bucks if you want the deluxe versions. My favorite Beavertail comes with Whip Cream so I make sure I only maow in moderation.
Remember to bring wipes for your hands or scope out the public washroom line in advance because (and this applies especially to the summer months) Beavertails tend to leave hands in a sticky mess. Despite that they are a perfect treat to enjoy when strolling along the Harbourwalk. -
Review from Brittney K.
Halifax, NS
11/4/2010
I would give this place 5 stars, but alas, as much as I like the Halifax location (conveniently situated on the lively and scenic Halifax Waterfront), it still doesn't quite compare to the experiences I've had in Ottawa.
Don't get me wrong, these pastries are absolutely divine (so bad for you, yet SOOO good!!). I've tried virtually every variety of Beavertail, and they are all fantastic (my personal fave: the maple sugar one. VERY Canadian!)
For me though, the TRUE Beavertails experience is in O-town, where the Beavertail tradition first began. Nothing beats heading out onto the historic Rideau Canal for skating, and making a pit stop at one of the many Beavertails huts set up along the skating route for a hot chocolate and a tasty Beavertail. That's the real-deal... -
Review from Joshua Y.
Vancouver, BC
11/12/2009
Forget my diet!
The reason why you should get yourself a Beavertail can be summed up in one word, "Avalanche." Pieces of Skors, chocolate drizzle and cream cheese on a pastry. Enough said.
But if you need more information then I'll continue. Basically Beavertails are dressed up pastries. There is a huge variety of Beavertails from classic Cinnamon to the Avalanche and a lot more.
However, one of the best reasons to go is so that you can do what we did and trick a friend to believe that these are in fact real Beaver tails. Our friend was from Iceland and it took a few minutes but he bought into our little prank and thought that he was actually eating Beaver tails. We then forgot about the prank until a few months later when he was telling someone else who was new to the country about how he can eat real Beaver tails. We then had to admit we were fooling around. But I highly suggest you try this because its a lot of fun!
The staff at Beavertails rank about average. They are generally quite nice and helpful but not overly friendly. Its a tough job I will admit. Or at least it looks that way from where I'm standing. But a smile would be greatly appreciated.
If you are new to Beavertails I can't think of a reason why you shouldn't try them. I love them and am never disappointed! -
Review from Bethany J.
Halifax, NS
4/22/2010
For what it is, you'd never guess the love inspired in the hearts of those who love them. Fried dough with sugar and cinnamon - really, is there anything else to say? Beavertails offers the sublime goodness of grease and sugar, all wrapped up in a delightful beaver-tailed shape of goodness.
Beavertails are a must for us when we hit the Halifax waterfront. Although I have one kid who will opt for a slushee instead, the rest of us gravitate to Beavertails like there's a homing chip implanted in our shoes.
As someone else posted in their review, they aren't the cheapest snack going. But if you're foregoing lunch, these hit the spot with just the right about of terrible goodness. -
Review from cheryl d.
Halifax, NS
6/12/2010 1 photo
Well I think I like walking the waterfront just to get a Beavertails. YUM, There is nothing like the smell of a hot Cinnamon Beavertails hot out of the over drizzled with sprinkled cinnamon. OMG. Now yes there are other tails that you can taste and some of them to me are too sweet. By niece and nephew get one chocolate chips and chocolate and icing. Now I did try it and it was very yummy but a bit too sweet for me.
There is nothing like a summer at the waterfront watch the boats and enjoying a Beavertails. -
Review from Shawna D.
Chester, NS
12/30/2009
Beavertails is the Best! Summertime without a BeaverTail, Never!
They are really a treat, fully loaded. My favorite is the Cinnamon. However, I have tried the one covered in chocolate, with skor pieces and carmel drizzled over it. Wow, it was sweet. I had some help eating that one.
It is our favorite on the waterfront in summer. -
Review from Aaron B.
Wilberforce, ON
7/7/2010
My girlfriend introduced me to this scrumptious treat on the harbourfront by sharing a Killaloe Sunrise with me. Avoid the coffee, but don't pass up the pastries!
