Oh Carleton, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways:
1.) The food. Oh the food. My mouth waters just thinking about it. They have the best steak I have ever eaten in my life (AAA Ribeye), cooked to perfection (medium rare, in my case) and…More »
Ode to a Peanut Butter Burger, Darrell Fries, and Chocolate Milkshake, Or, How I Found Everything I Never Knew I Wanted For Dinner...
Okay, I'll admit it, I was one of the skeptics. Peanut butter, something I had previously only ever combined with…More »
Charming spot located in Sunnyside Mall, in the "hub", so to speak, of Bedford. Which, if you live or have lived in Bedford, you will understand. The atmosphere is casual, with low lighting and comfortable dark wooden booths and tables creating a…More »
I visited this cosy little restaurant today on the very positive recommendation of a co-worker, and was not disappointed. With an extensive menu containing a variety of different types of food, there is more to Mary's than meets the eye.
They offer a…More »
This split personality establishment consists of Rosie's, a family style restaurant on one side and Paddy's, a more pub style eatery on the other. They share the same kitchen, and more or less the same menu. Both have ample seating with a good mix…More »
A nice little pub with a lot of character. I've only eaten in the downstairs portion of the restaurant, but I've enjoyed it every time I've been. The food is delicious. Especially of note for me are the smoked salmon sandwhich (on toasted marble…More »
While it may not be perfectly authentic mexican food, and some of their menu items are definitely tastier and better prepared than others, I do enjoy this restaurant. Overall, their food is quite fresh and flavourful, and I love how friendly the…More »
Sharp little spot on Quinpool, an area that is quickly becoming one of my favourite Halifax hot-spots. I've been finding so many gems here recently. But back to Rock Island specifically, it is a small-ish, cozy place, with a slightly upscale feel,…More »
Class and Elegance meet Relaxed and Affordable. I'm so glad we could all come together at one of my favourite dining spots, The Fireside.
Join me, won't you, in perusing the ever palate-pleasing menu? I can personally recommend the baked goat cheese…More »
Came here for dinner with a girlfriend one night after not having been for years. It was just as I remembered, a quiet but elegant little spot, perfect for either a romantic evening or an intimate gathering of friends.
They were not very busy, and…More »
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Oh Hart and Thistle, you wet my whistle, and carried my hunger away...
Okay, so while my attempt at literary wit may have failed to impress, this restaurant and all it has to offer surely will not.
The fiance and I, along with a good friend of ours,…More »
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Review votes:
219 Useful, 86 Funny, and 109 Cool
Halifax, NS
Yelping SinceSeptember 2010
Things I LoveWriting, reading, cooking, travel, wine, classic rock, Tom Petty, all things Horror- related, used book stores, Jack London, Ian Rankin, running, Stephen King, Hugh Grant movies, 80s music, sleep
Find Me Inmy own little world
My HometownHalifax, NS
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm moulding the minds of young children
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadTravels With Charley: In Search of America -- John Steinbeck
My First ConcertTravis Tritt...I was a sheltered child...
My Favourite MovieThe Shawshank Redemption
My Last Meal On EarthLobster and shrimp...I'm sadly allergic, but since it's my last meal anyway...
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I like Star Trek better than Star Wars
Current CrushFall