Fish and Chips is wonderfully seasoned and the fries were fresh cut. They had a side soup of the…read moreday that was also delicious.

Friendly staff, good food, gluten free options. Great place to sit down for a meal in a bustling…read morecollege town not far from the highway.

We are traveling as a group on motorcycles on our way to Cape Breton island. We booked rooms at the…read moreMaritime Inn, and decided to stay on site for cocktails, and a bite to eat. Best decision ever! We enjoyed the seating on the patio. Our server, Antra, was phenomenal with her service, and her bubbly personality. Our orders were spot on, and her menu suggestions were outstanding! I would give her 10 stars, if possible. She is truly a great person! The establishment is blessed to have such a dedicated employee! The food was excellent, they even offered free samples of wood fired pizza that they will be launching soon. That too, was outstanding. Overall, we had an excellent experience.

Good for a casual dinner. The carrot cake was delicious, the chicken and mushroom penne was also…read moregreat but I found there were too many bacon pieces for my liking :)

We were driving back from the Cabot Trail on our 40th wedding anniversary and we pretty sure our…read moredinner was not going to be a highlight of the day, when we stumbled on this place. Does not look great from the outside, but inside it had a more polished vibe starting with a beautiful bar. The menu was short but well thought out and included vegetarian option(that I did see people ordering). I have the steak frites and my husband had a burger. We were a bit dehydrated from hiking so we didn't try the cocktails but they looked good. The crowd is a mix of regulars and travelers like us. It was pretty busy on a Sunday...also a testament to their food.

My wife and I were luckily able to get a spot in Townhouse while in the 'Nish despite our lack of a…read morereservation, thanks to the poor weather and coming in at old people, early bird-esque hours. On the upside, we were there for a good stretch of happy hour! The space is cozy, with a pub-like feel from the bar counter you can sit at, as well as a stunning main bar with lovingly detailed, darkly-stained wood. Dark wainscoting rings the room, but the charm of its previous tenants fades away from there, with a generic tile floor and basic acoustic tile ceiling. We indulged in both the liquid and solid offerings on the happy hour menu, with the salt cod fritters ($9) a couple bucks under the regular menu price. Being in town to try things out and not just go for the cheapest items, we ordered from the whole menu, tacking on the beet salad and burrata toast. We decided we'd re-assess our appetites after those three apps. The beet salad ($10) was a colourful display of Nova Scotia's late harvest season, with beautiful, thin slices of purple, pink and golden beets. The kaleidoscope of root vegetables was topped with dots of whipped ricotta, blue cheese, popcorn and pea shoots. Delicate and lightly tart, with contrasting textures of the salty and smooth whipped ricotta and the airy crunch of the popcorn added dimensionality to the dish. Also, it's impossible to go wrong with pea shoots in my books! As my wife isn't a big seafood fan, I had most of the salt cod fritters to myself, and I wasn't complaining. An herby, crisp exterior encased a pleasantly doughy and lightly fishy interior, which was amped up by the fantastic sun-dried tomato and chili oil. The burrata toast ($14) didn't have a whole, massive blob of Italian cheesy goodness, but I should have guessed that would be the case given the price. A guy can dream, right? Crisp buttery focaccia held up well to its caprese-like toppings - roasted tomatoes, pesto and, of course, a slathering of creamy burrata. Bee pollen was noted on the menu and visible on the toast, but didn't register amongst the other flavours. After three very good starters, we decided that we had room for one main between the two of us, and landed on the ricotta gnocchi ($27). I was pleasantly surprised when the plate was put before us, and I saw that the fluffy bundles of carbs and cheese were pan fried, lending a light crispness and more flavour. Most gnocchi dishes aren't too meaty, but Townhouse had a decent portion of bresaola (dry-cured beef) and guanciale (cured pork cheek), letting the thinly-sliced, but big flavours, of the Italian cured meats punch above their weight. Pesto and pea shoots reappeared to bring some vegetal balance to the dish, and a salty hit of Pecorino-Romano rounded things out nicely. Not to be outdone by the savoury parts of the menu, Townhouse's desserts are far from an afterthought. The sticky toffee ($13) was wildly decadent, with the lightly spiced sponge cake begging to sop up the heavenly caramel cream sauce and French vanilla ice cream. Although they could stand to invest in their interior design, Townhouse's kitchen speaks for itself and the well-deserved accolades it has received. A definite 'must' when in Antigonish!

While in the 'Nish for a visit before it was completely overwhelmed with St. F.X. cultists returned…read moreto their indoctrination, my wife and I stopped in for lunch at Justamere. Meeting a friend there, it came highly recommended on their part. It was nice to have the confirmation of a local, as the interwebs can't always be trusted (says the guy writing internet reviews...). We were luckily able to snag a spot on their bright and spacious enclosed patio! Both their breakfast and lunch menus were options when we arrived, and I was torn in multiple directions. I ended up landing on the fishcakes and salad ($18) instead of the heavier breakfast fishcakes iteration, as I was anticipating a hearty dinner and some greenery would be a bit lighter in the belly than eggs, homefries and toast. Three fishcakes were dotted with salmon, haddock and bright pops of green onion. They had a nice little crust from the griddle, and a chow brought its signature mix of acidity and sweetness to balance things out. The greens were fresh, and candied pecans, goat cheese and tart slices of Granny Smith apple added layers of flavour and texture. My wife's fried chicken sandwich ($19 + $2 sweet potato fries upgrade) was a towering mass of savoury delight. Two pieces of crispy, fried chicken was topped with creamy coleslaw, with some tartness showing up to the party care of the pickles. The SPF were good and crisp, and their chipotle mayo made for delicious dipping. Service was friendly, but needed some nudges on a busy Saturday afternoon. Big bonus points for the baked goods we took home! Ultra-chocolate-y brownies; massive, cheesy cheddar bagels; and a dee-lish-ous (bad spelling added for emphasis) cheddar and jalapeno bread. Justamere isn't just a big fish in a small pond, they're just killing it with both their hot and baked goods.

Every dish I have tried there so far just blew my mind. My favorite so far are the pancakes, they…read moreare most softest, tastiest, sweetest pancakes I have ever had in my life. I highly recommend the place. Their service is incredible too! The waiters and waitresses are incredibly friendly. The ambiance of the place is quite romantic and peaceful. It's very spacious and easy to find.

Fantastic experience - I can't come up with a single negative. Soon after we were escorted to our…read moretable our waitress arrived. We ordered drinks: a Whiskey Sour for me (oops, meant to order an Old Fashioned), and a classic martini for her. The vodka was from a small Nova Scotia distillery and the whiskey, though not local, was at least Canadian. Both very good and generous with the alcohol. Later I had a good tempranillo (Spanish). The wine by the glass selection was ample, and available in 5 or 8 ounce sizes (I chose 8 obviously). Soon after this a runner arrived with two excellent breads: a cornbread and a multigrain. Free bread isn't always guaranteed these days; much appreciated. So good, and since we were traveling and running out we asked if they could sell a loaf, and they did - at a fair price. We shared two appetizers, both attractively plated on whimsically shaped dishes and garnished with edible flowers, one orange and the other yellow. The Mediterranean Pastry Tart with roasted tomatoes, caramelized onion, tapenade, mozzarella, goat cheese, prosciutto, arugula, and Parmesan. And the Grilled Saganaki (Halloumi cheese) with house-made lamb sausage and tomato basil salsa. Both memorable. On the small side but still enough for sharing by two. My Trio Of Lamb was a chop, boneless leg, and homemade sausage (the same as in our app), with mint-infused red wine peppercorn sauce. The chop and leg were served rather rare (she didn't ask and I didn't specify) but I was fine with it. Sauce, only subtly minty, was balanced in flavor and portion. Other components included roasted potato and cauliflower, a vegetable we couldn't identify at first, and another edible nasturtium, this time red. We eventually figured out that the green vegetable, resembling a julienned green bean, was probably a "micro celery". Curious but very interesting. The wife's entree was Roasted Chicken and Wild Mushroom Penne, with leeks, port, demi-glace, cream, and Parmigiana. The chicken was in small pieces and tender, the mushrooms not the usual button type, and the delicate complexity of the sauce made this into a memorable dish. Nasturtium garnish again; another orange - but how many colors can nasturtium come in? Our dessert was a chocolate cheesecake which we shared. Light, smooth, and chocolatey. Not huge but enough for us to share. Writing this several days later, I wish I remembered more. Other intriguing menu items include simpler things like burgers and fish&ships, a Seafood Vindaloo that I'd love to try, an entire sushi selection (!), and several to-go items sold frozen to be reheated at home. Stay in their rental upstairs (available on airbnb) and you could eat here everyday! Not a bad way to spend a few days.

Food is tasty, service is good, atmosphere is great. They have a wide variety of things of the…read moremenu, even sushi to my surprise. I got pasta and it was delicious. Its just a little to expensive for my liking, I personally thought the portions could have been a little bigger considering how much every costs.

Ambiance felt like an amazing small town fishing village restaurant. The food was amazing -…read moreeverything so fresh and perfectly cooked with love. We had the chicken fries with the works. It included breast white chicken, mozzarella cheese, dressing, peas, and onions. The fries were so crispy and freshly done. The gravy was exceptionally tasty, and the dressing was home made. There is an excellent variety of local craft beers that add to the experience. The wait staff is friendly down east true home people that regularly check in and make sure you are good. The food came quickly and never felt rushed or pushy. Definitely a place we will be back at!

Just got back from lunch. If you are looking for the best seafood chowder in the world then stop…read morein at Harbourview Restaurant. Ok, I'm not sure if it's the best in the world but I am sure that you will not be disappointed. Aside from the chowder, the rest of our lunch was also fantastic. Super friendly staff, nice location, great service. Dessert selection was also really good but our carrot cake and rhubarb pie came back home with us and are now in the fridge.

Food is really good , I find kind of pricey, it's always must stop when visiting East coast ,…read moreservice is great every time , very comfortable place and busy

I had the special Fish burger - so great and the spinach maple salad. My husband had the seafood…read morefettuccine and father in law had the lobster roll. All were great. Pictures included. Must come back when in town.

stopped there on the way to Cape Breton. Very friendly staff - food came quickly and was super…read moretasty.

best service bar nun .food is served hot and friendly staff . Best restaurant in Nova Scotiaread more

You need to come here. The best place we at ate in Nova…read moreScotia on our trip. We got the Shrimp linguini, seafood platter, and seafood chowder. All of them blew us away. Some of the best food we ever had. Looking around us I don't think there was one bad thing to order. If you're driving past you need to stop here. Unfortunately we missed dessert which also looked phenomenal

We ordered their dinner takeout lately during a trip in the area. This place offers seafood option…read moreand diner food at relatively reasonable price yet their food tasted mediocre. Salad, seafood chowder and fish cakes were flavorless. I couldn't taste much fish flavour for the fish cake. The seafood bake tasted too heavy.