Had breakfast here two days in a row. Little diner with old school feel and tasty food. Fair prices. Fast service. read more

Great old fashioned greasy spoon diner. I ended up with a stomach upset though. If you have constipation this is sure to sort out that problem. read more

Went around 8:20 in the morning, went inside half of the table full, me and 2 others seated ourselves in the corner of the room, we were greeted with a smile while walking in. The building interior gave an 80's looks. We were given water all around and coffee and other morning drinks we offered like tea, chocolate milk. The older waitress seemed nice and service friendly. I ordered a french toast with sausage, it was good. The lady came a few time to ask us if all was good and to fill our drinks. We were offered to pay cash or debit which was nice. It totalled to about 47$ Great prices, would recommend. read more

Ardmore Tea Room - French Toast with sausage - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

This place was really good, has a "retro" vibe that makes you feel like in a movie. Although it took longer than expected to get our food it was amazing and portions are pretty big. Because of COVID the seats are still limited and we had to wait in line quite a bit before going in. Other than that our visit was great! Amazing service and I'll be definitely coming back soon. Would recommend the iced coffee and the cinnamon French toast. read more

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Most recent visit: a sunny Friday around 7:30am in September. I tried the Breakfast Burrito (eggs, bacon, peppers, onion & cheddar in a flour tortilla with salsa and hash browns 8.99) It was quite decent, held together well, looked like a reasonable size but was very filling I found. Very friendly service. I rarely carry cash so don't go here very often, but would go again. read more

Ardmore Tea Room - breakfast burrito - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

First thing i do while planning a trip is to search the best places to eat in that town. Went to this place on Sunday morning to start our day with amazing breakfast and the place was totally jam packed. Average waiting period was 20-25 minutes. This place is one of the best places to have breakfast in halifax. After grabbing a seat, we ordered for: Lumberjack plate: It had 2 sausage, 2 eggs of your choice, 3 strips of bacon, ham, assorted hash brown and toast. It was a fulfilling breakfast at so much affordable price. Rating: Ambience: 2.5/5 (Just a normal shop) Taste: 5/5 (Mind blowing) Portion size: 5/5 (Good enough and fulfilling for one person) Staff: 4.5/5 (Courteous and polite) Value for money: 5/5 (Absolutely) read more

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I've always found the service good here and I've been coming regularly for a year. They have the best cold brew and the Turkey Sandwich made me stop and savour the moment because it was so good. The space is very compact and cozy but that's what I expect from an old fashioned diner. There's always a buzz of conversation around you. read more

Cheap and filling. It's no wonder every time I drive by on Sundays this place is always full. I had the pleasure to visit this restaurant this past Sunday. Small restaurant packed full of people. There were maybe 3 groups in front of us in line. Waited for about 20 minutes before we sat down. Both me and my friend ordered "Lumberjack". I also ordered a milkshake, a children's plate for my 1.5 yr old, and a pancake to share. I love the energy of this place. Most tables are filled with 30yr olds and under. Needless to say we were full with a takeout box in hand when we walked out. read more

Ardmore Tea Room - Lumberjacks, Children's plate, and pancake. - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Maybe I'm a bit of a masochist, but when I wake up hungover, somebody better already know where we're going for brunch or there's going to be trouble. Yes - even in the worst state, I need to know that within minutes of showering, I will be queasily en route to hollandaise sauce, eggs, and hasbrowns - not necessarily in that order. With that in mind, the Ardmore on a Sunday morning means I'm surrounded by 'my people'. Everyone there looks a little worse for wear, heads down, waters all round, and no more than a dull mumbling in the air. Well, except for the people who arrive later and get stuck waiting in a line outside (which, let's face it, sucks). By the time the cheap, all-day breakfasts hit the table though, it's a different story. Team Alcoholics picks up, find some energy, and starts rehashing the mayhem that brought them to where they are today. The food is never going to be memorable for me but it's exactly what I need at that time-hearty, hot, fast, affordable, and in front of my face. The staff remind me of those in a Cape Breton diner too, which makes it even funnier when you're listening to everyone reevaluate their Jersey Shore life choices around you. I'm pretty sure it's cash only-or maybe just most of the time-so run to the ATM at the Irving next door. You'll thank me later. read more

If you haven't figured out my dining MO by now, let me fill in the blanks for you: I'm a fan of comfort food done well and the places that serve it. I appreciate finer dining, but let's face it, a solid mom and pop diner is more accessible and more wallet friendly, and you don't have to worry about putting on any fronts when going there. The Ardmore is through and through one of these places, with their well worn vinyl cushion booths, wonky ceiling fans and light shades that look like they are from someone's grandparent's house, and may very well be. To complete the feel, there are old timey photos on the walls and a condiment caddy with the usual diner-style tall container of sugar and red squeeze bottle of ketchup. Not so typical was the bottle of Roland brand sriracha, which I had never heard of due to the dominance of the green-capped Huy Fong rooster sauce, and suspected it was a cheaper version. Like any popular diner, there's a mix of all sorts of people here, from representatives of Halifax's omnipresent student population, to professorial (yeah, that's a word) looking types and regular Joes and Janes, all enjoying good, inexpensive eats. I like to think that a good diner is like a tiny United Nations, except more gets done. It's a Thursday morning so the restaurant, while mostly full, isn't crazy busy as a weekend day, likely having to do with fewer hungover students. My girlfriend and I are quickly seen to and I head straight for the breakfast menu. It's a full page of breakfast deliciousness that is all served all day, and the prices are quite reasonable. I'm hungry, but not hungry enough for my usual big breakfast type of order so I go for the eggs Benedict with ham, because nothing says 'light breakfast' like an egg yolk and butter sauce. It doesn't take long for our food to arrive, and when I see my plate, I'm relieved that my girlfriend's breakfast comes with toast, as there's no way that the pile of hashbrowns that I got would suffice in delivering that pool of rich, yellow awesome (something I wish people called me) to my mouth. The Hollandaise is a little bit thin, but it's fantastic - rich and smooth from the egg yolks and butter it is mainly comprised of, there's also a slight lemon tang that helps keep it from being completely overwhelming. I even ordered my eggs cooked soft so that there was even more yolk goodness to go around. While it might seem lost in all of the Hollandaise and egg, the ham manages to make itself known, thanks to the sheer volume of it, as there is a few soft folds of it, not just one lonesome slice below the egg, as with eggs Benny as many lesser restaurants. The hashbrowns are A-OK, but I paid little heed to them as I was just using them to sop up the Hollandaise. The Ardmore is a Halifax dining icon and for good reason, with simple but delicious diner food at really good prices (breakfast for two was just over $20 with tax). One caveat though is that they are cash only and there is no ATM inside. Seems a little odd in this day and age, but hey, it obviously isn't stopping the hordes of Ardmore fans. read more

Ardmore Tea Room - Eggs Benedict with ham. - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

I visited Ardmore Tea room quickly a few mornings ago to get a quick breakfast before work. It was pretty quiet (I guess because it was early on a weekday) and I was able to find a table and be served right away. I ordered the traditional special (2 eggs, toast, hash browns and sausage) and a coffee. It was the best breakfast I've ever had at the Ardmore, everything was hot, the coffee wasn't great (it tasted like it had been sitting on for too long) but I left satisfied. Maybe I judged the Ardmore too harshly for it's usual weekend crowds because the atmosphere was much better on my recent visit. As Gretchen Weiners always says "I can't help it that I'm so popular" and the same apparently applies to this little diner. read more

Basic but well done food. It's so popular you may have to wait in line to get seated. Doesn't matter the time of day.

Oh yes, the Ardmore veggie burger - smothered in onions and ketchup, perhaps a cheese slice melted on top (while retaining its square shape), mustard, tomatoes and like a cherry atop a sundae, crowned with a pickle. The only thing I have consumed at the Ardmore that's worth mentioning is the veggie burger. Throw in a side of sweet potato fries or some seriously greasy onion rings and you've got yourself the only meal you'll need for 24 hours. It's cheap and easy food, perhaps fast to arrive, on occasion languorously slow. Sometimes the cooks make a mistake and when the waitress brings the food back to the kitchen you can hear them cursing and slamming about, but that's the nature of this beast. It's $3.99 for the burger and an additional $2 for the fries. If you're feeling saucy, chuck in a glass bottle of coke and you've got yourself a dream come true. REMEMBER to ask for the works on your burger, or else you may just end up with ketchup, and where's the fun in that? read more

Ardmore Tea Room - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Sadly a few months ago Admire stopped offering the breakfast special. Now the same 2 eggs, meat, toast, deep-fried-potato-squares and coffee plus tax will be about $10 Plus CASH only no credit cards read more

Ardmore Tea Room - Normally all these seats are full by young and old alike. - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Stopped here for a lazy breakfast on a Tuesday. Great place for a filling but cheap breakfast any time of day. No waffles on the menu but the savoury choices are plenty. Had eggs, hash browns and meat which were very nicely prepared and for under $10 couldn't ask for much more. Service is quick and frequent. The diner style provides a local intimate atmosphere. Cash only is a little annoying but there are ATMs nearby. read more

Ardmore Tea Room - The lumberjack - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

I have breakfast at this iconic Halifax diner two or three times a month. Great old fashion breakfast and amazing service. The line ups move fast so don't be afraid to wait. read more

This place is golden. Always busy with staff who don't miss a beat and work their assess off. Food is fast, delicious af, and priced well. I've only eaten off the breakfast menu but it's all great. *cash only read more

Ardmore Tea Room - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

After waiting 15 minutes outside in the cold, one of the waitresses, treated me and my 9 year old in a very rude and not kind way. All over a half a cup of Tim Hortons coffee. Threatened us, in front of my girl that she wouldn't let us in unless she threw out my coffee. Even though someone just left the establishment with two cups of soda from another restaurant. So if it's a rule it isn't enforced to everyone. I offered to place it under the table for after we left. That wasn't allowed. Terrible waitress -a note to that waitress if you don't like your job don't take it out on the customer, get another job. Once we were in, my daughter was like, let's leave Mom, a nine year old who didn't want to be in a restaurant because of the way we were treated. We left, and after being a customer of that establishment for over 20 years. I won't be back. It should be a no brainer that the customer be treated kindly and with respect, not rudely. No customer service just a waitress with a chip on her shoulder, on a ridiculous power trip. What a jerk. read more

At the Ardmore Tea Room, it's all about the breakfast. Sure, they have lunch and dinner menus, and plenty of people must eat those meals there. But their weekend breakfasts are the restaurant's real claim to fame, and anyone who's ever woken up on a Sunday morning feeling a little under the weather knows that there's no cure like the homefries and sausages at the Ardmore Tea Room. It's just a teensy little place, so there's often a bit of a lineup on weekend mornings. There's little to no ceremony at this homestyle diner - just cram yourself into the first available booth, quickly give your busy waitress your order and rest your pounding head on your hands until the plate hits the table. And make sure you bring cash. The Ardmore is old-school and they don't take debit, so save yourself the embarrassment of having to sponge off your cash-carrying friends by jamming a $10 into your other pocket when you're out having a good time on Saturday night. read more

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We made our way to the Ardmore on a very warm afternoon and after spending a few hours in the sunshine I was very pleased to be inside where it was nice and cool. The interior is looking a little worse for wear with some of the vinyl seating needing tape to hold it together, but it's charming in an aged diner sort of way none-the-less. You can see into the kitchen which is a bit unnerving when you're the only ones in the restaurant - the other patrons were sitting at the tables outside - but that's all personal preference. The staff here are amazing. It's obvious that our waitress loves her job - she was so happy to chat with us, take our orders, and make sure we didn't want for anything. I don't see the "tea room" aspect of the diner, it's not a place I would come specifically for tea. It is excellent at diner fare though - they do all day breakfast, thick milkshakes, burgers...everything you'd expect out of a good diner. Because it was the middle of the afternoon (around 3) we ordered milkshakes and decided to share an order of chicken strips and fries, because who can resist? Everything was good, though not particularly memorable from any other diner I've been to. I wouldn't mind trying their breakfast food though. The service is what will bring me back! read more

Delicious! I finally brought my dad to a place that he enjoyed (extremely picky eater). I had the thanksgiving poutine with regular fries, but it usually comes with sweet potato fries. I also had one piece of breaded haddock. The batter had a slight spice to it, which is different than any other breaded fish I've had. It was delicious! They also had homemade tartar sauce. The atmosphere is really nice. The bathrooms are tiny. The only downside is if you need parking, you have to find spots on the sidestreets or brave parking on Quinpool. read more

Ardmore Tea Room - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

This place is great. Total diner vibes, I love it! The prices are amazing for the portions you receive, and the food tastes so good. The perfect place for a Sunday morning breakfast. It can get pretty busy though from what I've heard, but it's worth the wait! read more

I've driven by many times wondering why there's always a line up. Finally went today and found out why! Great food, cheap prices!! Got the lumberjack breakfast ($9.75) which was a full breakfast with eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, home fries, toast. My husband got the eggs Benedict for $10. Unbelievable!! read more

Dang son! Down hill is the word, small ass portions for what you pay- I know it isn't much you pay but for real? If your giving me a dish of something (will lasagna)please fill it including water. I'm sorry but the waitress' there when I went were extremely hard looking older chicks that appeared to be clinging onto their way past youth. My mom asked if they still had placemats here- I just rather something under my plate given the clientele and the waitress said" yes, would you like one"? Why should it be requested? Lol anyway... read more

Love this little local spot that has charm and character to boot. Staff treat you like they know you, and the window to the kitchen's proximity to the tables will make you feel as if you were actually in the kitchen. (It's a good thing, though). Coffee is good, eggs are good, and when they say "ham" they mean the real stuff, not the weird sliced processed stuff. They have two potato options for breakfast - home fries and hash browns - make sure you get clarification on which you'd like, as one is more potato chip like. Both are good, but it's good to know what'll be on your plate, especially if you're suffering from effects of the previous night! Cash only - so make sure your wallet is prepped, although it's pretty affordable fare. read more

I went here the day before with an old college buddy of mine. Walking into the place, we were greeted by the cash only sign. That's definitely not a problem, since the banks are just down the street. The interior is a but run down, with duct tape on the booth seats, and he wood chipping and a couple mirror squares missing off the walls. It had a welcoming feel none the less, and were able to sit anywhere. Our waitress was so nice. I'm glad that she gave us enough time to look over the menu. I had the omlette with bacon tomato and hollendaise sauce. The hasbrowns are extra 1.69 but here was toast included. It was a bit on the smaller side, but with a bit of salt and pepper it was tasty. It was served up quickly and right off the stove. Great service. The price point is a bit higher than some places for breakfast, but I'm used to fast food breakfast. Had no problem with the omlette being 6.69. I'll be back to try the other options on the menu for sure. read more

I've been to this local diner hot spot a few times, every time it's crazy busy and each time I've gone it's been for breakfast. You might have to wait for a table or booth and they only accept cash, but it's worth it. This place has that small town local charm that I love so much in my diners. The bacon and eggs are cheap and the coffee is good. They offer lots of side so you can build any combo of breakfast you want. Everyone around me was ordering milkshakes. Which can only mean one thing... milkshakes with breakfast is a thing. I must order one next time! read more

Ardmore Tea Room - Two eggs and meat! Added hash browns - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

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You know the coffee shop that Carrie and her friends eat at in Sex and the City? Well this is not quite the same. But for me and my friends...it's OUR spot! There are lots of space to sit and catch up with friends, plus you don't feel on top of anyone so you can ACTUALLY talk and not have everyone listening to your conversation! (Many scandals have been discussed in these booths, I'm sure!) There are waits on weekends for breakfast/brunch...but it moves quickly and never feels like a bother. (And BOY is it worth it!!) I love old school, greasy spoon, always dependable breakfast spots. The menu has pretty much been the same since I was in high school... yes, THAT long! We would skip class and head down to get some delicious food, that we could ACTUALLY afford. (Now we skip work....KIDDING) The options are endless and all equally amazing. The lumberjack special is a must-have for anyone with an appetite and the inability to make a choice (as it basically comes with everything you could want!) Their pancakes are more true to the name than any place I have ever been, as it is basically the size of a PAN and 1 will most often fill you! Did I mention their hash-browns? you have 2 options, thinly sliced and greased right up nice, or crispy potato cubes seasoned to perfection. Either option is amazing and worth the carbs...if you count those pesky things. The staff are amazing and never make you feel rushed but are always there to make sure you are taken care of! Many of the people who work there have also been there for a while. This gives it a much more family/ friendly atmosphere because you feel like you know everyone...or maybe that just means I eat there too much?...NO, it's the amazing staff and establishment. So, if you are waking up after a CRAZY night out and need a dose of grease and love all in one...I recommend breakfast here. Your body will thank me for it! read more

I went in for a coffee. That's it. A coffee. And for that I give the place 4 stars. It's all about the customer service. I had heard about the place and was in the neighbourhood. When I went to pay I was told not to worry about it, it's only a coffee...ummmm what?! FREE?! Why?! O.k. well this deserved a super tip and some gushing, which I did...when I asked to break my ten $ bill...Seconds later two FREE cookies showed up at our table from our waiter who was so happy to be making our jaded day he skipped slightly, presumably from the joy of giving, as he walked away. Now I am sure this isn't their regular policy and I would be mortified if people started demanding free stuff from this truly cozy place. However I know I will be back and ordering some of their famous breakfast. read more

When me and my friends are looking for somewhere cheap to go for brunch/lunch/supper, you name it, The Ardmore Tea Room is our place to go! I've been here a few times and I usually order the lasagna, which is surprisingly good considering I've never had good pasta at a diner. They serve the lasagna with a huge portion of caesar salad with real pieces of bacon and homemade croutons, and two pieces of garlic toast. The lasagna itself has a thick meat sauce and lots of cheese - yum! Their chocolate milkshakes are also unreal, super thick and they give you a huge portion, I can't remember exactly how much they cost but I know its reasonable. Unfortunately all that I've had here hasn't been good. The hot sandwich and fries and gravy I got from here once was lacklustre. The gravy was the main issue, as it had almost no flavour whatsoever. They used almost all white meat in the sandwich, which I do appreciate, but the gravy unfortunately really ruined it for me. On the plus size they gave me a ton of fries which were quite good! I also like the ambience and decor of the Ardmore Tea Room! Very typical, traditional diner style which I find comforting and homey :) Overall I like it here, I'll certainly return, and I'll certainly update my review when I try more things! read more

After my Physio, my wife and I decided to go to the Tea room, and we were not disappointed, or server was awesome, and the Bacon Cheeseburger platter I had ( about 7-8$) and my wife chose the veggie burger (about the same price), heaps of I believe double fried fries, and a pot of tea between us, it came to about 21-22$. The atmosphere is a funky-retro greasy spoon, I love that feel, I do wish there was the counter and stools like in one of the old photos. Back to the food, my Burger was very nice, juicy, and not alot of salt or pepper, very fresh, it allows the bacon ( BACON! CRISPY!.. err sorry) and grease from the meat to flavour it, wonderful. My wife's burger, as with most veggie burger IMO was dry, BUT that is my opinion, my wife enjoyed it. The tea was a nice touch, and love the pot it came in. :) Definitely a return with my whole family will be soon. Loved it! read more

When I first moved to Halifax, I was told by countless folks to get my butt over to Ardmore for an awesome breaky! However, I was very disappointed. I ordered the eggs benny, with a fish cake on the side. The fish cake was inedible - soggy, horrible taste, just bad. The hollandaise lacked flavour, and the potatoes tasted like the lid of the salt shaker popped off when they were being seasoned. Even my partner, who seasons everything before tasting it (pet peeve), had a hard time finishing his. They do serve a solid milkshake though! Not only did I not enjoy my meal, but when I used the washroom I noticed ants roaming around the floor. Ick! read more

Amazing prices and very solid food quality. Ardmore is definitely an under-the-radar place that's popular with Halifax residents. Of course you're not getting edna-level food, but for the price it's a really really solid breakfast choice. Portions are good and meals are well-done. If you do the lumberjack with a coffee, you'll get a good price and an obscene amount of food. Word of advice though - cash only. read more

I can't believe I have waited so long to review Ardmore Tea Room! First off, don't be tricked by their name. They aren't the type of restaurant I would expect when I hear the words, Tea Room. The main reason everyone goes to the Ardmore is the breakfast! It is incredible and very inexpensive! The Ardmore has kept a traditional, family style looking dining experience for as long as I know it which I love. Here are the top four reasons to go the Ardmore: 1. The staff are great! There is room for improvement but they are definitely above average. 2. The food is very good quality and they give you generous portions. Its not the Texas portion sizes I've seen in some restaurants in one of my favorite States, but its really good and will fill you up. 3. The place looks like a family owned Diner in a small town and operates as such. I love it because you don't feel like a number there. 4. They are very inexpensive! One of the best and cheapest places to go to in the city. The only two downsides are the washrooms and lineups. The washrooms, at least the male washroom, is so cramped I practically have to get into a Yoga position to...I won't finish that sentence but you get my point. The lineups are annoying but completely understandable given the fact that they are so popular. So that is just a necessary consequence with doing a great job! If you haven't gone to Ardmore, you need to go. If you are reading this review in the morning and haven't made breakfast yet, give yourself a break and head there. If you don't live in Nova Scotia but plan on going to Nova Scotia and are reading this review while eating breakfast, just tell yourself, "This would be better if I were at the Ardmore." Enough said. read more

The Ardmore is great place to tuck into a greasy breakfast for a wallet-friendly price. They've got a pretty extensive menu of breakfast/brunch selections and the food is tasty. The one drawback of the place is that it gets so busy on the weekends that the servers are pretty much run off their feet. This leads to sometimes being out of menu staples (eg: no beans available with the fishcakes and beans) and sometimes not getting the order quite right (a rare steak being served when you ordered medium). But these snags can happen in any restaurant, and are pretty easy to forgive when you factor in that this is a great local business that is an active participant in the community. read more

Ardmore Tea Room - Fish cakes and scrambled eggs - Diners Near Me - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Cash only helps bring a friendly old school dinner touch which is what Ardmore is. However it can be a challenge so make sure to run to an atm which is next door at the gas station. The food is amazing, very basic old school items which is what I am always up for, the eggs were cooked to perfection and everything was delicious. I went with my dad and it was a great atmosphere to chat and catch up. The decor is not out dated just a little run down but it did not really ruin my experience. The staff is attentive and cares about your experience. read more

Does the Ardmore do anything besides breakfast? I only ask because it's all I ever hear about when asking around for a good spot to get my favorite meal of the day. After so many glowing recommendations I had to check it out. I was afraid the hype would ruin my experience. I thought the bar was set so high that there was no way my expectations could be met. I'm happy to say I was wrong. Breakfast at the Ardmore was great! The portions were generous, the service was quick, and it tasted great. Certainly not for the health conscious (it's very greasy), but for those of us who enjoy a greasy spoon breakfast, this is as good as it gets. While the food is great, the operation is not without its flaws. Some of which can be addressed easily, some not so much. First, it's crowded. The restaurant is small and often packed. In the past I've waited over half an hour for seating. Sure, it's worth the wait, but when your stomach starts growling it can be frustrating. Second, the bathroom. If you can...hold it. These are problems that can't really be fixed without major renovations and I would never expect. However, there is one problem that could and should be addressed: They don't take debit. I don't like carrying a lot of cash on me, I find if I have paper money, I spend paper money (Shocking!). I like the convenience of debit and would really like to see it at the Ardmore, it would definitely increase my visits. Even without a debit machine, The Ardmore delivers. It is definitely worth your while to check it out one of these mornings! read more

The Ardmore is a Halifax classic. Everyone and their grandpa knows and loves this place. Extremely reasonable price, open all hours of the day and very solid diner food for the price you pay, always filling. Staff is always friendly, and it's the community and historic feel that keeps you coming back. I love the breakfasts here especially, super good for broke, hungover college students from Dal. Luv it read more

Sometimes you want things to be simple. No fancy schmancy combos of flavors. No infused anything. No crazy ass wraps or thin crust pizza. For those times of simplicity you need the Ardmore. It's a diner of refreshing unhipness. Pretty much the same place since I first went there 20 years ago. Sameish menu, same tiny booths. Only difference is that they now take debit and credit cards. Progress. Stick to the breakfasts or basics. The club and fries is PERFECT. I've had good luck with the soup and sandwich combo. Spaghetti is retro but not in a good way. In a city where everything aspires to be more than it is it's comforting to have the Ardmore keeping it real. read more

The Ardmore is cheap, but doesn't make you feel like you've found a big secret in Halifax or anything. Too many times I've gone there and my food order has been wrong or the food has been way too greasy or soggy. For example, once I ordered the grilled cheese with bacon on it. They came out with two pieces of bread cut in half with bacon in it. No cheese. Really? Sometimes I order the onion rings since I love onion rings, but these ones are 80% almost burnt dark brown batter with onion hiding somewhere inside. You really get what you pay for. And make sure you have cash, no credit or debit on site. read more