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1. Sobeys
I'm not really sure what's going on at this Sobeys. Clearly, she's an older model who should be treated with respect, but instead, they let her progress past repair before starting to haphazardly upgrade her entire physique piece-by-piece in no…More »
2. Petal's Flower Shop
Being close to my former office, Petal's was a great spot to have in my back-pocket for the occasional day-making good deed of surprise flower bouquets. But, being a man with no experience dating women, buying flowers is certainly not listed among my…More »
3. Sushi Tonari
With a very limited lunchtime selection that never changes, this sushi bar exists more to fulfill a basic need for sushi rather than an in-depth enjoyment of Japanese cuisine. Which, should probably come as no surprise considering it's in the…More »
4. Finbar's Irish Pub
A clean, warm and welcoming Bedford pub with some good Irish charm!
A former lunchtime destination while I was one of the many Bedford office workers, they have a spinach salad that I could eat every single day. I enjoyed it so much that their…More »
5. Sweet Jane's Gifts & Confectionery
Tucked away on one of my favourite Spring Garden area side streets, Sweet Jane's is a sugar rush and a half. Whether you have a sweet tooth that needs satisfying or just want to see one of the most colourful and fun places in the city, this is a…More »
6. The Great Canadian Bagel
I only ever visit the Great Canadian Bagel for one of two horribly shameful reasons.
First, the 'not-my-fault approach to cream cheese saturation' reason:
Sure, I could have bagels at home. Of course, I have cream cheese in the fridge. Absolutely, I…More »
7. Riverside Pub
I just can't do it. I tried to come up with ways that I could ease my review into the two-star range but this place just hasn't been kind to me, making for many an awkward Friday office lunch excursion when the popular vote brought us to this…More »
8. Inkwell Modern
Halifax, NS B3J 0B4
(902) 405-8309
Categories:
Art Supplies,
Cards & Stationery,
Home Decor
Inkwell is carved out of my artsy print and font-filled dreams. Or maybe letter-pressed out of my dreams would be more accurate since the place is filled with insanely gorgeous prints, stationery, gift cards, calendars, notebooks, tote bags, and so…More »
9. Café Chianti
I'm going to take one from the book of more particular yelpers and note that this is probably more like a 3.5-star rating instead of your basic three. Better than A-OK, but not quite reaching fan-worthy status, I had a nice long-overdue first visit…More »
10. The B-Well Sushi and Cafe
Oh dear. I hate to go against the grain here, but I can't help but feel like I went in with waaaaay too high expectations after all the five-stars here. That's not to say I didn't enjoy myself, but it's not going to be my sushi staple any time soon.
I…More »
11. J&R Grimsmo
For all those who wept when Junk & Foibles closed the doors on its whimsical collection of vintage finds, rest easy knowing that the space has been reimagined and reinvigorated in its new life as an upscale womens fashion boutique.
Gorgeous hardwood…More »
12. Zephyr Rug & Home
Ever since I was eighteen, I've been a pro at living beyond my means. Sure, I've tamed things down since joining bank accounts with a much more sensible counterbalance, but the fact remains, I'm no stranger to big price tags and can easily sell…More »
13. On the Wedge Pizza
Pretty decent pies to be found at this little stand off to the side of Pete's Frootique in the Sunnyside Mall.
Six or so regular features are premade for the lunch hour for easy to-go munching including multiple vegetarian options, each more exciting…More »
14. Elderkin's Farm Market
Elderkin's is never an intentional stop on my annual apple-picking trip to the valley, but I don't know that I've ever made the trek to Wolfville without visiting this farm and U-Pick. It's just minutes away from the downtown and is the perfect stop…More »
15. Noggins Corner Farm
As soon as fall hits Nova Scotia, I can't get Noggins out of my noggin. With a renowned corn maze that changes up every single year, a haunted house, wagon rides, fresh produce, playgrounds, kids games, and a cute canteen, this place is a must-visit…More »
16. The Wooden Monkey
I crossed something off the bucket list today, all thanks to the Wooden Monkey.
Having been a vegetarian since my very early teens, I missed out on my meat-eating chance to indulge in a Halifax staple: the donair. For years I've been judged whenever I…More »
17. Oddjects
I really like Oddjects and its delightful collection of interesting home decor products that real people can actually afford. I've been in a few times and the stock seems to change regularly, making it a new staple on my downtown window-shopping…More »
18. Sunnyside Mall
Sunnyside is a food mall for me. While it's packed with tons of stores, most of them are pretty inconsequential to anything I'd ever visit a mall for. Sure, there's a nice Backyard & Veranda and Indigo has often been good in a pinch for books and…More »
19. Spatz Theatre
Halifax, NS B3H 0A4
(902) 223-0812
Categories:
Venues & Event Spaces,
Performing Arts
The Spatz Theatre is the new venue built into Citadel High just outside of the downtown core. Every part of is it so new that it still has that 'new theatre smell' if such a thing exists!
I made it in the other night for a limited run of RENT. While I…More »
20. Cafe Istanbul: Kebap & Meze House
Cafe Istanbul has been on my list to try ever since the very start of my yelp-life began almost a full year ago so I was *thrilled* when a friend finally gave us a reason to pop in for an early birthday celebration.
Now, I totally thought that Cafe…More »
21. Hockey Life
This place is bananas. B.A.N.A.N.A.S.
No seriously. I walked into Hockey Life last week and momentarily blacked out from all the flashing lights, bright colours, and NHL logos that are plastered on every accessible surface of this store that's so big…More »
22. Starbucks Coffee
Quite a lovely standalone Starbucks in the heart of Dartmouth Crossing for easy mid-shopstravaganza caffeination cravings.
Complete with drive-through, this location always seems to have a dose of calm that other busier versions lack. They've added…More »
23. May Garden Chinese Food
Full disclosure: I don't care about any Chinese food served up in Halifax. I find it all pretty bland, pretty dissatisfying, and pretty much an insult to Chinese food everywhere else in the world. If you ask if I'd like to go for Chinese or get…More »
24. Fan's Restaurant
Fan's (formerly Fran's), is one of those Halifax legends that has carried through since the university days of my parents. Meaning, this place is ANCIENT.
I kid, I kid. It's mostly just fun to think about my parents in their twenties hauling their…More »
25. Nocturne: Art At Night
Hooooooly cow. This was my first year of Nocturning and I have to admit, I was entirely unprepared for just about every aspect of Halifax's new favourite festival.
Rather than spend the weeks leading up to the big night reading about what's happening…More »
26. Koo-E Nami Royale Grill
From the outside, I never would have known how nice the interior of Koo-E Nami actually is. But entering through the Pete's Frootique mall, you're welcomed by modern furniture, a beautifully lit bar, and a warm space that could just as easily make…More »
27. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
When you really need a good Maritime binge, you'll find all the east coast Canadiana you'll ever want right here. Starting with a parrot who actually, no seriously, says hi and bye if you make the first move, and ending with full lighthouse bulbs and…More »
28. Bramoso Gourmet Pizzeria
Finally made it to Bramoso's market booth on the second floor of the Seaport Market today and boy am I glad I did!
First off, they're in the upper corner that is pretty much made for me. You know...the one next to Java Blend, an Indian resto, a…More »
29. Bistro Le Coq
It's spontaneous irrelevant award time! Congratulations, Bistro Le Coq! You're the 2011 winner of Ben's Most Frequently Visited Restaurant award!
No seriously. I'm pretty sure I need to cool it a little bit. Ever since they've opened, I've been in at…More »
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8/10/2011
First, a brief history:
I totally dig RCR and their restaurants but never really felt like I clicked… Read more »
30. Niche Lounge Supperclub
The good news: Niche brought back their eggs benny for the brunch menu, thus restoring the full glory of my best kept downtown breakfast secret. Guys...NO ONE IS EVER THERE. You walk in, you have your pick of seat (including comfy arm chairs), you…More »
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12/15/2010
I used to be one of the few people who could still sing Niche's praises. While I can't stand going… Read more »
31. Fred Salon Cafe & Gallery
Halifax, NS B3K 4C8
(902) 423-5400
Categories:
Hair Salons,
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches
Fred is one of those places that I always think of and never go to. Which is just madness because it's as beautiful as an art gallery, as calming as a spa, and as delicious as some of my favourite lunch destinations. Not to mention the added…More »
32. Cafe Aroma Latino
Um. Hi there, new favourite cheap lunch. A pleasure to meet you, indeed!
After first bookmarking Café Aroma Latino back in January, I FINALLY made it in to see what all the fuss was about. The place is incredibly easy to find since it shares the…More »
33. Choco Café
Halifax, NS B3J 3X2
(902) 407-8844
Categories:
Chocolatiers and Shops,
Coffee & Tea
"Blame it on the cho-cho-cho-cho-cho-choc-o-lat e."
Okay, it's not as catchy, but I swear I might as well have been drunk during my first visit to Choco Café across from Bishop's Landing. From bright-eyed first reactions like "It looks like the Bombay…More »
34. Ali's Seafood and Kabob Cuisine
In the short while they've been open, Ali's has gone from being a 'nice-to-have' to a 'would-be-sad-without' which is my complicated way of saying: please never leave me, my sweet, wonderful purveyor of the strangest, awesomest collection of take-out…More »
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10/31/2011 First to Review
The love I have for the wee strip mall about ninety seconds from my house is already high, but now,… Read more »
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Yelping SinceNovember 2010
Things I LoveWine, Cheese, Carbs, Dachshunds, Low-lighting, Trashy Pop Music, Martinis, Art, Sushi, Kelly Clarkson, Kraft Dinner
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My Favourite MovieLove Actually, Shaun of the Dead
My Last Meal On EarthButternut Squash Ravioli. Cream sauce. I mean, obviously.
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I know the choreography to Toni Braxton's 'He Wasn't Man Enough'
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