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Table for one, please! Whether its academia, work related or just some quiet time to ones self, these are some local haunts to embrace the solo experience.

 1. Blowers St Paperchase Newstand & Cafe

5228 Blowers St
Halifax, NS B3J 1J7
(902) 423-0750
5.0 star rating
  Update - 5/26/2010

Paperchase has become my regular daylight haunt. Whether its a book, a little work, or a private chat with a friend-- this easy atmosphere is one I find most enjoyable.

From the downstairs convenience counter to the upstairs café, the service is…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    3/11/2010

    Two words: Avocado Melt.

    A friend introduced me to Paperchase a few years back, and to her I am… Read more »

 2. Tom's Little Havana Cafe

5428 Doyle St
Halifax, NS B3J 1H9
(902) 423-8667
5.0 star rating
  Update - 5/13/2010

Its been a few months since my initial Tom's review; however, throughout this period, I've spent a substantial amount of time (and cash) here and wanted to provide an update as a reoccurring customer.

Day or night-- Tom's rocks. I've found daytime…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    3/9/2010

    Discretely positioned along a downtown side street resides the sure brilliance of Tom's Little… Read more »

 3. Humani-T Cafe

5755 Young St
Halifax, NS B3K
(902) 454-9999

Categories: Coffee & Tea, Vegan

5.0 star rating
  5/8/2010

Its a fusion of delight. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten free opportunities are tastefully incorporated into Humani-T's lovely Hydrostone home. Homemade soups, gelato, and panini sandwiches are amongst its main features. Humani steps up standard cafe…More »

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 4. Alteregos Cafe & Catering

2193 Gottingen St
Halifax, NS B3K 3B5
(902) 431-3170
4.0 star rating
  5/7/2010

Alteregos was a lovely stumble-upon for my sister and I during a recent venture. At this stage in the season, patio dining still registers as a foreign concept for me; thus, every new siting is accompanied by an overeager tinge of bliss. On this day,…More »

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 5. The B-Well Sushi and Cafe

6184 Quinpool Road
Halifax, NS B3L 1A3
(902) 428-4019

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

4.0 star rating
  4/29/2010

B-Well offers a pleasant dose of sushi and a change of pace. Replacing the traditional sushi-house esthetic is a cosy cafe-styled venue with all the fixings. Large leather couches and coffee tables are situated just a few steps below the initial…More »

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 6. Bramoso Gourmet Pizzeria

6169 Quinpool Rd
Halifax, NS B3L 4P8
(902) 425-2222

Categories: Pizza, Italian

4.0 star rating
  4/29/2010

I've frequented Bramonso Gourmet a number of times, and my experiences remain consistent. This teeny pizzeria is tucked away amongst Quinpool's assortment of shops, and is often a low-key spot to grab a gourmet bite.

Often times, I've noticed a lack…More »

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 7. Suzuki Restaurant

1579 Dresden Row
Halifax, NS B3J 2K4
(902) 425-8888

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

5.0 star rating
  Update - 10/18/2010

Doraku- it'd been a while. Of course, with a visitor in town who happens to be proactive in sushi shananigans, a reunion was imminent. Hop to it!

Yes to this intrinsic setting. Privacy is ensured with secluded booths and a space all your own-- which…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    4/21/2010

    My cousin-- the sushi nut-- advised me to stop in to Doraku for some of Halifax's best Japanese… Read more »

 8. Gingerbread Haus Bakery

1138 Queen Street
Halifax, NS B3H 2R9
(902) 425-4333

Category: Bakeries

4.0 star rating
  4/5/2010

Gingerbread Haus hides out on the South end of Queen Street. And hush, hush! This spot seems to go fairly under the radar with its epic snacks, lunches and breads!

I use to walk past the Haus on my daily route, but it took a friend mentioning its…More »

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 9. Sawadee Tea House

1871 Granville St
Halifax, NS B3J 1Y1
(902) 422-4192
5.0 star rating
  3/9/2010

This is THE spot in Halifax for tea lovers.

Located within the cobblestone courtyard on the end of Granville Street, Sawadee Tea House is still very much under the radar. The shop prides itself on selling tea exclusively (No Coffee), which creates…More »

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