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1. UYE: Peasants Potluck @ Mezza
My second Yelp Potluck and my first time at Mezza was a success. Where else in Halifax can six people order 20 dishes and each pay $15? There were lots of great dishes, and this is a great spot to take vegetarians, lots of options to choose from.…More »
2. Interlude Spa
I bought a group certificate for a Spa Haircut and Style at the Interlude and recently decided to redeem it. The Interlude is located in the Harbor Marriott, which is great for me, since it can be accessed through the pedways.
After checking in I…More »
3. Gleneagle Bakery - CLOSED
I've enjoyed Glen Eagle's baked good since I was a child. My mom doesn't bake so often when we had company over she would pick up dessert from here. One of my grandmother's loves the vanilla cake with lemon filling and the other is a fan of…More »
4. Bistro Le Coq
I hate to knock it down a star, but my recent meal at Le Coq was just not 5 star material. I still love the decor, and this time I sat in the beautiful main dining area. Our server gave us cocktail menus but forgot to include the wine menu, that was…More »
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8/10/2011
I may be slightly biased because I am a huge Francophile and have been dying to have a French… Read more »
5. Rockbottom Brewpub
First off, I will say I give Tuesday night trivia at Rock Bottom 5 stars. It attracts a good crowd, and the host asks a wide variety of questions, keeps the game flowing, is fast at marking etc.
The decor is rather nice, and for a pub, the bathroom…More »
6. Empire 8 Theatre
I miss the days when the building I was living in was connected to the mall, and on a stormy day I could go watch a movie in flip-flops. While I don't live quite as close, it is still the only theater in a reasonable walking distance. It's not 18…More »
7. The Bitter End
In university I used to be a semi-frequent patron of the Bitter End, I enjoyed relaxing with friends and working my way through the seemingly endless array of $5 cocktails. Real life came and when you're alarm goes off at 5:30 am each morning, Monday…More »
8. Atlantic Superstore
I used to live directly across the street from this store so I spent a lot of time here. At least 3 mornings a week I would be waiting for the doors to open at 7am so I could pick up something for lunch before catching the bus to work. I no longer…More »
9. Keg Steakhouse & Bar
The Keg is not someplace I would normally go, but I was with was a group who at the last minute decided to come here for dinner. It was busy and we didn't have a reservation, but we got in without too much of a wait. I will say we had five star…More »
10. Ciboulette Cafe & Catering
It has taken me a long time to try Ciboulette, but I finally met a friend here yesterday. The small, warm cozy atmosphere was a great remedy to the cold wet weather outside. The staff were friendly and let us take our time before deciding. The menu…More »
11. Salt Shaker Deli
What an awesome spot. The dining room is tiny, but in the summer (or on a very warm Thanksgiving weekend) the patio is open, making more room. A group of friends and I stopped here on a whim during a day trip to the South Shore, and it was one of the…More »
12. Joann's Deli Market Bakeshop
Friends and I stopped here on our way out of Mahone Bay. The outside is cutely decorated for fall, and they have outdoor seating. Inside, while on the small side is packed with goodies, from gourmet pasta to nice looking jams, fruits and vegetables,…More »
13. Ironworks Distillery
What a beautiful spot, I've seen and purchased some of the Ironworks products at independent liquor stores in Halifax, so I was happy when I got to visit their distillery in Lunenburg. The building is gorgeous and reminds me of some of the winery…More »
14. Oxford Theatre
What is there to say that hasn't been said. This is a beautiful, old school theater with an awesome balcony. If I know I'm coming here, I try and arrive extra early, so I can nab a front row balcony spot, which has tons of leg room.
The movies here…More »
15. Empire Theatres Bayers Lake
Being car-less, this is not my theater destination of choice, but every now and then, perhaps to see an IMAX movie, going to a movie I missed because I waited too long to see it and it is no longer playing in Halifax, or I just happen to be shopping…More »
16. Empire Theatres Dartmouth Crossing
Since this is the only theatre on the Darkside, it is always packed. It's not great for those who have to rely or want to use mass transit, so the parking lot is always full, much like Bayer's Lake.
The place is large and there is a large concession…More »
17. Nocturne: Art At Night
Last year I was supposed to catch both the original Nuit Blanche in Paris and Nocturne but I ended up missing them both, so I was really happy that I got to experience Nocturne this year.
You could really feel the city come alive. It got a little…More »
18. Smith's Bakery & Cafe
Halifax, NS B3K 4C4
(902) 429-1393
Categories:
Caterers,
Bakeries,
Breakfast & Brunch
I recently tried Smith's Bakery for the first time. It is a small spot on the corner of Agricola and Charles Street, I would often smell it walking by, but hadn't taken the time to stop in. I finally got to give it a try.
The baked good here look…More »
19. A & W Restraunts
I've been spending the week working in Lower Sackville, and only have a half hour for lunch. This A&W was directly across the street so I decided to eat here to maximize my time.
My server was snippy when I inquired about two similar sounding combos,…More »
20. The Wired Monk Coffee Bistro
A cute coffee shop with ample seating space, I enjoy The Wired Monk. They have a nice selection of both hot and cold, coffee and tea drinks, and their mocha's are not overly sweet, which is nice. Also, they are licensed, for those of you who like…More »
21. Tim Hortons
I hate to be hating on Lower Sackville, but this Tim Horton's leaves a lot to be desired. I will fully admit that I don't like Tim Horton's coffee, but I was was working nearby, and the thought of a burger chain for lunch churned my stomach. I…More »
22. Cha Baa Thai
Alright, Cha Baa Thai, you've been upgraded to 5 stars. Why? Because of your delivery skills! Yes, you charge $5, but as I found out last night, it was so worth it.
From the time I picked up the phone, until the time the bag of yummy foods was…More »
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5/23/2011
I visited Cha Baa for the first time on Saturday with my mom. It was her first time ever having Thai… Read more »
23. Sushi Nami Royale
I had eaten at their restaurant in Halifax, but had never tried their spot in the Crossing. The space is on the small side, but they do have one large teppanyaki table, though no one was using it when I was there.
The decor is done in an Asian style,…More »
24. The Loose Cannon Scottish Public House
Hmm, I'm not quite sure how I feel about the Loose Cannon quite yet. The bar is small and cozy, most seats are in bar chairs but you can get the occasional wing back chair.
The drink menu features a lot of scotch, which isn't my thing. I ordered a…More »
25. Peggy's Cove
A tourist "trap" that even the locals love! Seriously, Peggy's Cove is beautiful, and makes a great half day trip out of the city. It seems like it takes forever on the winding roads, but really only about 45 min. The lighthouse is beautiful, but I…More »
26. The Henry House
Henry House is one of my favourite pubs in the city. It has a ton of character and two distinct levels, the main floor is more restaurant style, while the downstairs has a cozy pub style atmosphere. In the summer it has a lovely two tier deck on the…More »
27. The Drawing Room
The Drawing Room is Henry House's older, more sophisticated sister. It is located upstairs from the restaurant, and only open on Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays.
The room is dark and cozy, and I love the drink menu, it's broken down into different…More »
28. Bob's & Bluebell Taxi
Dropping Bob's a star because they charge an outrageous $2 service charge for using Visa! That really sucks when your actual fare is only $5.
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10/28/2011
I am fortunate in the fact that most of the time that I have needed bobs taxi was when I was working… Read more »
29. Sweet Hereafter
While I haven't eaten in, I purchased a groupon for a cheesecake. I called in 24 hours in advance as required and service over the phone was friendly and very efficient. I stopped on the next day and the cafe is decorated as a cross between a tea…More »
30. Da Maurizio Dining Room
My favourite spot in Halifax, so so good!
I had noticed on Twitter that DaMaurizio had been tweeting about a new menu coming out on the 26th. After a few exchanges and when I realized pumpkin ravioli was on the menu, I made a reservation for my…More »
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3/1/2011
My favourite high-end restaurant in Halifax. Because it's in the brewery market it can be slightly… Read more »
31. Halifax Dartmouth Ferries
The ferry is the bright spot in Metro Transit's Service.
It's the most fun, if not always most efficient way of getting from one side of the city to the other. The price is the same as the bus, but you get better views (stick to watching the Halifax…More »
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Halifax, NS
Yelping SinceFebruary 2011
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