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Culinary + Nightlife

Halifax is a city where the art of food preparation is met with enthusiastic hands. The meals you’d expect on the menu of a seafaring people are here – scallops, muscles, cod, halibut, lobster and all manner of seafood. There are also a growing number of chefs specializing in contemporary cuisine: food that entices the appetite. Here, raising a fork to your lips is an experience you never forget.

View our cuisine packages

• The Argyle Bar & Grill
• Cheapside Cafe
• Chives Bistro
• FID
• Five Fisherman Restaurant
• GIO
• Grafton Street Dinner Theatre
• Little Fish Restaurant and Oyster Bar
• Mosaic Social Dining Lounge
• Murphy’s On The Water
• Onyx Dining Room and Cocktail Lounge
• Opa! Greek Taverna
• Saturday Market, Brewery Market
• Saege Bistro
• Sou’wester at Peggy’s Cove
• Waterfront Warehouse

• Economy Shoe Shop Café and Bar
• FRED
• Jane’s on the Commons
• Press Gang

Featured Member Restaurants

	Chives Canadian Bistro Casual chic bistro known for its seasonal, local and creative menus, offering "intense … read morecomfort food, fancied up."  Chefs and owners Craig Flinn and Darren Lewis draw heavily from their East Coast roots, classical training and international experience, using fresh, local and organic ingredients.  Offering a private dining room for up to 24, Tasting Menus with Wine Pairing, group reservations and off-site catering.Open Monday to Sunday 5pm to 9:30pm, 1537 Barrington St. read less 1537 Barrington Street Halifax Nova Scotia B3J 1Z4 Phone: 902-420-9626 http://www.chives.ca	Add to itinerary
	CUT Steakhouse + Urban Grill Downstairs The Grill at CUT sets the tone for a trendy gathering, and upstairs, the elegant … read moresetting at CUT Steakhouse warmly welcomes those seeking a more sophisticated dining experience. Featuring the absolute finest USDA prime beef, dry-aged and butchered in-house, either floor can be booked exclusively for groups of up to 80. Designated 4 Diamonds by CAA/AAA, and the recipient of Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence every year. Come and be pampered at CUT. read less 5120 Salter Street Halifax NS B3J 0A1 Phone: (902) 429-5120 or (902) 454-8533 http://www.cutsteakhouse.com	Add to itinerary
	Durty Nellys Authentic Irish Pub Durty Nellys - Eastern Canada’s most authentic Irish pub. Designed and built entirely in … read moreIreland, shipped across the Atlantic, installed in the middle of Halifax’s entertainment district.  Our mission:  provide legendary hospitality experiences for all guests - we went to great lengths with our pub’s design and manufacture and our menu was developed by Famous Canadian Chef David Adjey from the TV show “Restaurant Makeover”, raising the bar for authentic Irish pub food using the freshest local Nova Scotian produce. read less 1646 Barrington Street 2nd floor Halifax NS B3J 2A3 Phone: 902-406-7640 http://www.durtynellys.ca	Add to itinerary
	FID Resto Fid restaurant is a carefully orchestrated celebration of locally grown food and is … read morededicated to its enjoyment. Chef Dennis Johnston constantly evolving dishes showcase the freshest ingredients in his Franco-Asian cuisine and constantly wow your palate. Under the direction of maître d'Monica Bauché, Fid becomes an intimate and sophisticated dining experience you will not want to miss. Dinner, Tuesday to Sunday from 5:00pm. Lunch, Wednesday to Friday 11:30am to 2:00pm. Capacity 45. Reservations recommended. AMEX, MC, VISA, DC and Debit. read less 1569 Dresden Row Halifax NS B3J 2K4 Phone: 902-422-9162 http://www.fidcuisine.ca	Add to itinerary
	Five Fishermen Restaurant The Five Fishermen Grill is open! We're serving the same superior seafood you love in a new … read moresetting. Come check out the new open-concept grill combining 2010 technology with 1816 architecture. The Five Fishermen has earned the reputation as Nova Scotia�s premier seafood restaurant for over 30 years. We are internationally known for delicious seafood, gracious hosts, historical setting and creative chefs. The Five Fishermen offers the best of Nova Scotia hospitality, cuisine and wine; we carry the largest selection of Nova Scotian wine in Halifax. Our complimentary salad & mussel bar, fresh lobster, Atlantic salmon and Digby scallops are just a few specialties that make this restaurant extraordinary. 2005, 2006 & 2007 Wine Spectator Award Winner. 2007 �Restaurant Of The Year Award� - Taste of Nova Scotia Winner of this year�s �Best Seafood Award� �The Coast read less 1740 Argyle Street Halifax Nova Scotia B3J 2C6 Phone: (902) 422-4421 http://www.fivefishermen.com	Add to itinerary
	Grafton Street Dinner Theatre Halifax's most unique dining experience since 1987.Our musical comedies are good clean fun … read morefor the young and the young at heart. Come take in the sights & sounds of your favourite musical era. Grafton Street Dinner Theatre takes hospitality to a new level; with our talented performers as waiters you will enjoy a 3 course dinner with 6 entrees to choose from. Located in the heart of downtown Halifax, we are wheelchair accessible and fully licensed. Now playing: Heartbreak Hotel June 25th- Sept 12th, 2010 The Teddy bear Club is holding an emergency meeting: Elvis has been drafted, and he�s landing at the Shearwater airport on his way to Germany. It�s 1958 and all eyes are full of tears as Elvis trades in his guitar for army fatigues. read less P.O. 877, Station M (1741 Grafton St. ) Halifax Nova Scotia B3J 2W1 Phone: (902) 425-1961 or (902) 422-7403 http://www.graftonstdinnertheatre.com	Add to itinerary
	Murphy's Restaurant Join us at Murphy's on the Water and enjoy the celebrated food and wine of Nova Scotia. We … read morespecialize in authentic maritime dishes, including lobster, haddock and fresh Atlantic salmon. Relax while you dine and watch the boats sail by from our outdoor patio. For an unrivaled view of the majestic Halifax Harbour, we can cater to groups as large as 300 people. Murphy's is a perfect setting for any event located in the heart of the Halifax waterfront. read less 1751 Lower Water St. P.O Box 2378 Halifax NS B3J 3E4 Phone: (902) 420-1015 http://www.murphysonthewater.com	Add to itinerary
	ONYX Elegant touches abound. Frette table linens, wine decanted tableside and served in hand-… read moreblown Riedel crystal, and that dazzling hand-cut Italian crystal chandelier! The Executive Chef, Tahir Salamat, perfected his skills in Qatar, Seychelles, Hong Kong, and Saudi Arabia before coming to Canada. His dishes are works of art: Asian-inspired global cuisine with a French influence. The winner of a Wine Spectator Award every year since 2005, ONYX has also been rated the best in Halifax by Where to Eat in Canada. read less 5680 Spring Garden Road Halifax Nova Scotia B3J 1H5 Phone: (902) 428-5680 Toll free: (866) 257-0019 http://www.onyxdining.com	Add to itinerary
	Ryan Duffy's Steak & Seafood Ryan Duffy’s Steak & Seafood offers an “old-school” steakhouse experience, including on-… read moresite dry aged New York striploin cut tableside, housemade Caesar salads, Ocean Wise seafood menu with fresh Atlantic lobster.  Relax and enjoy your dinning experience amid contemporary décor and exquisite service  Or join us in our bar and intimate lounge area with fireplace. Lunch is an exceptional value with most items around $10.00. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.   Conference space and catering available.  Corner of Sackville and Bedford Row read less 1650 Bedford Row Halifax NS B3J 1T2 Phone: 902-421-1116 http://www.ryanduffys.ca	Add to itinerary
	Saege Bistro Welcome to Saege Bistro.  This inviting Bistro has built a feeling that brings the … read moreoutside in.  The stone fireplace solarium filled with windows, comforting colors, trickling waterfall sets the mood for the creative cuisines and wines.   Owner/ Executive Chef Geir Simensen welcomes you to join him - you deserve to eat well!   Offering a private dining room, tasting menus and wine pairings, group reservations and off site catering.  Open Tuesday - Friday 11:30am - 10 pm, Saturday and Sunday 9:30am - 9:00pm.  5883 Spring Garden Road read less 5883 Spring Garden Road Halifax NS Phone: (902) 425-9526 http://www.saege.ca	Add to itinerary
	Tall Ship Silva Tall Ship Silva delivers a first class sailing experience aboard the largest three masted … read moreschooner in eastern Canada. Originally built in 1939, Tall Ship Silva has been refitted to offer new amenities; spacious washrooms, wide-open decks and stairways, enclosed lounge and dining salon. Exciting menus for cocktail receptions or seafood feasts. Sailing daily for private charter and public tours. Sail on a real Tall Ship and enjoy the most spectacular cruise experience in Halifax! read less P.O. Box 2613 Halifax Nova Scotia B3J 3N5 Phone: 902-429-WIND or 902-429-0151 Toll free: 1-877-429-9463 http://www.tallshipsilva.com	Add to itinerary
	Uncommon Grounds Uncommon Grounds - A Coffee House provides Halifax coffee lovers a unique urban atmosphere … read moreand offers a wide selection of coffee, tea, baked goods and lunches. Our coffees are all small batch roasted in Nova Scotia to provide the freshest coffee to our customers. Early in the morning our talented bakers are in the kitchen preparing the day's baked goods, soups and sandwiches all from scratch. 1030 South Park St. with 2 new locations opening in December 2004. WWW.COFFEESOLDHERE.COM read less 1030 South Park St. Halifax NS B3H 2W3 Phone: 902-431-3101 http://www.coffeesoldhere.com	Add to itinerary
	Waterfront Warehouse Simply Sensational Seafood. We are the only restaurant in Halifax to offer lobster, crab and … read moreoysters all under one roof - or on the outdoor patio overlooking the Halifax boardwalk if that's what you prefer! Choose a themed dinner such as The Ultimate Lobster Supper or treat your group to the delicious and educational "Lobster University." The friendly staff will ensure that your guests enjoy a great taste of Maritime hospitality. read less 1549 Lower Water Street Halifax Nova Scotia B3J 1S2 Phone: (902) 454-8533 Toll free: (866) 257-0019 http://www.rcr.ca	Add to itinerary
	Your Father's Moustache A friendly atmosphere, full bar service, and great food at very reasonable prices makes Your … read moreFather's Moustache the perfect home away from home. Enjoy seafood, steaks and pasta, with great Daily Specials, and Weekend Brunches served both Saturday and Sunday. Your Father's Moustache presents some of the regions finest live entertainment, including the infamous Joe Murphy's Saturday Blues Matinee. Sunny outdoor patio overlooking Spring Garden Road. Open seven days a week, from 11am 'til late. read less 5686 Spring Garden Road Halifax Nova Scotia B3J 1G9 Phone: (902) 423-6766

Halifax is filled with a wide variety of culinary temptations, visit e-dining for a complete listing of restaurants

Nightlife

The sun is setting as you finish your dinner. You rise from your patio table and leave through an outside gate that opens onto the boardwalk. It’s quiet, and the ocean’s surface flickers like a sea of candles as the last of the sun’s light catches it. Up ahead, a song spills out of a doorway, the singer’s voice joined by patrons as much choir as audience. You enter, make your way through a friendly crowd and order a drink. It’s shaping up to be quite a night. And you haven’t even hit the club yet. Welcome to Halifax.

• Menz Bar
• Guerilla Gayfare Halifax
• The Company House 
• Reflections Cabaret