When I arrived in Halifax in 1982, the restaurant scene focused mostly on traditional Maritime fare -- places like Hogie's on Quinpool Road, where you could get a steak or some fresh pan-fried haddock. Or the Midtown Tavern for a burger and a beer.
And there was the legendary Momma Camille's -- a favourite among visiting sailors and locals who knew where to find the best fish & chips in town. A few Chinese-Canadian and Greek restaurants added some variety in those days but in terms of anything ethnic or exotic, we still had some growing to do.
And grow we did! Today, Halifax boasts a fantastic array of restaurants offering menus to tempt even the most adventurous palates. From Lebanese to Thai, Japanese, Indian, Caribbean, Vietnamese, southern Barbecue and beyond, the choices are as diverse as they are delicious.
Canada Games visitors will have a ball exploring all the great places to eat located within blocks of Celebration Square. On Argyle Street, Pipa offers Brazilian and Portuguese cuisine, Dharma Sushi will satisfy your maki craving, the Economy Shoe Shop has nachos to die for and the Five Fishermen is a top seafood destination.
Barrington Street is a long street with a long list of restaurants. You'll find places like the Henry House with traditional British pub fare, Talay Thai, Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs, and the Mongolie Grill, where meals are charged by their weight.
For those who are looking for sustainable food choices, the Wooden Monkey on Grafton Street focuses on organic, macrobiotic, and locally grown fresh ingredients -- similar to Fid Resto in the Courtyard on Dresden Row. Both places are well worth a visit.
This blog wouldn't be complete without a salute to the Scotia Square food court -- if you're around Celebration Square around lunchtime, head over there. It's like a global village of great eats!
So much food, so little time! To make things easier for you, there's a handy search engine on NovaScotia.com that will help you seek out new dining experiences -- not only in Halifax but throughout Nova Scotia. Just enter your keywords and start exploring!
And I couldn't sign off without leaving you a photo. This is Adam Savelle from the Wooden Monkey, showing off a piece of their Chocolate Tofu Pie, Yummy!
And there was the legendary Momma Camille's -- a favourite among visiting sailors and locals who knew where to find the best fish & chips in town. A few Chinese-Canadian and Greek restaurants added some variety in those days but in terms of anything ethnic or exotic, we still had some growing to do.
And grow we did! Today, Halifax boasts a fantastic array of restaurants offering menus to tempt even the most adventurous palates. From Lebanese to Thai, Japanese, Indian, Caribbean, Vietnamese, southern Barbecue and beyond, the choices are as diverse as they are delicious.
Canada Games visitors will have a ball exploring all the great places to eat located within blocks of Celebration Square. On Argyle Street, Pipa offers Brazilian and Portuguese cuisine, Dharma Sushi will satisfy your maki craving, the Economy Shoe Shop has nachos to die for and the Five Fishermen is a top seafood destination.
Barrington Street is a long street with a long list of restaurants. You'll find places like the Henry House with traditional British pub fare, Talay Thai, Bearly's House of Blues & Ribs, and the Mongolie Grill, where meals are charged by their weight.
For those who are looking for sustainable food choices, the Wooden Monkey on Grafton Street focuses on organic, macrobiotic, and locally grown fresh ingredients -- similar to Fid Resto in the Courtyard on Dresden Row. Both places are well worth a visit.
This blog wouldn't be complete without a salute to the Scotia Square food court -- if you're around Celebration Square around lunchtime, head over there. It's like a global village of great eats!
So much food, so little time! To make things easier for you, there's a handy search engine on NovaScotia.com that will help you seek out new dining experiences -- not only in Halifax but throughout Nova Scotia. Just enter your keywords and start exploring!
And I couldn't sign off without leaving you a photo. This is Adam Savelle from the Wooden Monkey, showing off a piece of their Chocolate Tofu Pie, Yummy!
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