I use to think this was such a great place to get good food, after tonight eating half cooked…read morehamburger on my Chopped cheese sub I would not recommend. I been hospitalized in the past due to meat not being fully cooked and this was a close call, I felt my food wasn't really even warm and thought that was strange! Whoever the cook was Thursday, June 25th 2026 around 9:30pm you should learn how to cook meat safely! You could potentially end up killing someone who doesn't have a good immune system a child or an elderly person! You should not be a cook! I will be spreading the news about this meat not fully cooked and how unsafe it is! I have lots of followers that are foodies and they will not like seeing this on Instagram and Facebook and TikTok, but this ruined my night! If I end up super sick from this you'll be hearing more from me!

Being a fan of the Rinaldo brothers' previous endeavours of T-Dogs and their farmers market table…read morethat bore their surname and slung hero sandwiches and cannoli, I was both glad and a little disappointed when I heard they were opening shop in the recently-cavated TGFE location on Windsor. Glad because these guys deserve their own space to serve kickass food, but disappointed because I no longer lived around the corner. What a tease. After giving them some time after the initial opening to find their legs, and hoping for the crowds to settle down, my wife and I came by before one of my night shifts, just after they opened for the evening. The space is very much the same as the old TGFE, but updated with new furnishings and a several new coats of paint. It has the very common black/red/white palette, but here it's different than other spots that do it hyper-modern and chic; here it's much more casual and retro with framed family photos, wood paneling painted white, their classic neon sign, and their very, very red booths. Snagging one of the vibrant vinyl seats, I eagerly scoped out the broader offerings that I had been hearing a lot about. While not as compact as many modern restaurants' menus, Rinaldo's is still a mere fraction of the made-for-the-masses bulk of East Side Mario's, with a few each of apps, salads, heroes, general Italian mains, and several pizzas on offer. I'd heard lots of great things about their mozza sticks, so those were a lock, and my wife and I decided to get one more app and to share one of their pizzas, which we had heard were a decent size. The spicy cauliflower sounded interesting, and would constitute the vegetable portion of our meal, albeit a deep fried one. The mozza sticks arrived in quick order, and the cauliflower shortly thereafter. The thick sticks of breaded cheese were definitely heftier than your usual from-frozen pub mozza sticks. Plus the breading had a much better flavour and a sprinkle of parm and parsley rounded them out nicely, because if fried cheese needs a garnish, it's gotta be more cheese. The dipping sauce was dill-tastic and fresh, although I appreciated the stretchy cheese on its own. Cauliflower is hot right now in food circles, but the spicy cauliflower seemed like a bit of a misnomer, as the only heat seemed to come from a light sprinkling of sliced chiles. That said, the breading was nice and crunchy, and the cauliflower inside was surprisingly smooth and nearly creamy, without being a goopy, vegetal mess. The flavours of the other toppings all worked quite well, with the honey, parsley pesto, and pecorino making for a well-balanced dish (sans spice, anyway). Our pizza was a bit of a wait, but it was a sight to behold when it arrived. Topped with pepperoni, roasted garlic, mozza, Parmigiano Reggiano, and wonderful blobs of ricotta, it was big on great flavours. So many dishes, both Italian and otherwise, will throw a bunch of cheeses in a dish just to brag that it's a "X Cheese Dish", but here each stood out and played a part. The cornicione was airy and crispy, although the inner parts of the pie suffered the floppy doom of all thin crust pizzas. It did reheat quite well the next day though; via a frying pan and not the dreaded microwave, naturally. While not perfectly executed, it was a damned good meal with the structure to be even better with some minor polishing. It's worth the hype - go there and keep this place open until I am able to come back again.

Went to Halina Cafe and Bar last night. Very friendly service. As soon as walked in we were greeted…read morewith smiles. Downstairs was full, so we were told to go upstairs. Sat on a very comfy love seat. It was so comfortable that I was struggling to stay awake. lol. We both ordered 2 piece fish and chips and pork spring rolls. The spring rolls were delicious. I would have preferred a plum sauce for dipping rather than the sauce they came with, but it was fine. The fish and chips were ok. Fries were so good! The batter was gooey on the inside, which would cause the fish to fall out when trying to get a forkful. May have been previously frozen. I don't know. It was good, but not the best I've ever had. While waiting to pay, several dishes were being brought out from the grill and they looked and smelled amazing! We will definitely be back to try dishes other than the fish and chips. We had heard such good things about the fish, so that's why we went with that option. Also, when I was leaving, I ordered 2 beef empanadas. Absolutely delicious!

Fantastic new Filipino restaurant and cafe on Chebucto Road where Fries and Company…read moreUsed to be. The owners did an amazing job renovating the place - it's so bright and welcoming. Seated promptly on the first floor - there are about three tables along with a counter. Upstairs is a much larger dining room. Had a variety of their food - soup bowls, the standard chicken and pork adobo and chicken wings and lechon kewala - all amazing. Tried their breakfast plate as well with pork tocino - comes with eggs and garlic rice. Tasty!! Super reasonable pricing, gracious hosts! Definitely worth visiting - will be back!!!

I work next door in the CIBC building and this place is just TOO easy for me to run down and grab a…read moresnack or a lunch and head back to my desk. I am usually gone less than 5 minutes. Which means I frequent this place more often than I should admit to. My fave is the cheese biscuit. Seriously. It's huge. And amazing. And you can tell it's fresh and homemade because every day it's a different size and a different shape but still full of goodness.

Hidden inside the TD building is a fabulous little sandwich bar filled with healthy treats. I've…read morebeen in four or five times now and always pick up either the sandwich of the day or the sandwich and soup of the day combo - usually around $8 for both... or sandwich of the day and a small milk is $7. Every employee there is super helpful and willing to make your experience there a great one. Between that and the food, it's a knock out punch to make me want to come back over and over again. Sit down and see the bustle outside the window or take it to go, it's a great spot to grab something good for you.

The food "court" is a great place to get lunch. Staff us…read morecourteous and look after you while your there! The variety of the menu, and the portions are great! You will not leave hungry, I'm sure!

Well...under newish management but service is no better. Ordered salads at the counter and I was…read moregiven a smaller size than what I requested. Was told 'no no no you paid for this size'. Never did I say I was not willing to pay for larger size. Server just looked at me as I was somewhat dumbfounded. By his comments. Someone else suggested another small and I just said ok.

We've had the opportunity to eat dinner at the Lakeside Bar and Grill. To begin with, we couldn't…read moreask for a better waiter than Rob. He is extremely polite and respectful. We enjoyed both nights. The food was very tasty, well presented and warm. It's unfortunate that we were there in March because the view of the lake would certainly be breathtaking. The ambiance is calm and inviting. We highly recommend this little gem at the Chocolate Lake Best Western.

Limited menu, but great food and service. Decor was contemporary rustic and window wall overlooking…read morethe lake. A good dining experience in lieu of plunging into down town after a long day.

The best deli in Burnside!!! The sandwiches are always fresh and the staff are always welcoming!…read moreThey know all thier customers by name and treat everyone like family!!

My partner in crime and I stumbled across this place on our first trip to Halifax. It caught our…read moreeye and we impulsively decided to stop in for brunch on a Saturday around noon. I ordered the corned beef sandwich with fries and coleslaw while Sandy ordered the egg salad sandwich with potato salad. Both of us really enjoyed the sandwiches. I thought they could have filled it with a little more sliced meat, but it was delicious nonetheless. Fatty and unctuous. The coleslaw was also really tasty but a small serving. On the other hand the fries were bountiful! I couldn't finish them (which is very uncharacteristic of me) even though they were very tasty. Sandy said it was possibly the best potato salad she's ever eaten and that the sandwich had a nice challah, good amount of egg, and that the flavour of red onion lingered for hours. Downsides: only serving bottled water (no tap) and cash only (no tap).

Tried again a few months ago take out and the fish was not cooked as well as I like- more lighter…read morebrown and soggish coating and the fries as well yet great customer service- Will try instore next

This was a lovely stop, while visiting Halifax. It was April and still very cold, so it was…read moreespecially inviting and at first glance I knew this place was going to be special. I had a Latte and a Pistachio Pain au Chocolat. It tasted really fresh and was absolutely delicious. The service was also really good. The service was fast, efficient and friendly. I highly recommend a visit!

Another cog in the Bertossi Group chain of restaurants. On a busy corner of Spring Garden and…read moreQueen Street this place is always full! On Summer days they have nice outdoor seating and a gelato cart. Unique location that is round with wrap around windows with seating. Great for people watching. I find the best things are the pastries. They also have sandwiches, paninis and a small menu of hot goods (quiche, lasagna) On the pricier end but worth it for the high quality.

Took the short ferry ride from downtown Halifax across the harbor and walked up the street to this…read morefantastic little place in Dartmouth. We were lucky to get a table in the small outdoor patio and enjoyed Seafood Chowder, Cobb Salad and the star of the show, the Crobster Roll. Everything was fresh and well prepared. Great way to spend the afternoon, highly recommended!

Mouthwateringly delicious. This rather small restaurant in downtown Dartmouth has a big reputation…read morefor excellent cuisine. Prices are in line with other dining establishments in its genre. On to the food -- My spouse ordered seafood chowder and said the broth in particular had tremendous flavor. It was filled with haddock, 2 scallops, 4 mussels, and a bit of lobster along with potatoes, carrots, celery and onions. A tiny biscuit came with the chowder, which was a little disappointing. I ordered the scallop and pea risotto which offered an explosion of flavor in every bite. The creamy risotto came fused with mint and a dotting of fresh peas, and the 5 scallops topped with crème fresh and mini radish sticks and fresh pea pods added texture. Service was spot on, and since we did not have reservations yet were the first to enter when the establishment opened in the evening, the staff graciously gave us a 90-minute window to enjoy our meal. If we vacation in this quaint town again, The Canteen definitely will be among the first eateries we visit.

It was open until 9 as stated on the sign even though online it said 8 PM…read more The service was super friendly and speedy. It was much bigger inside than expand and comfy casual. They offered different sizes for pho so that was great. The food just hit the spot on a cold foggy day.

After days of lobster rolls and lobster everything, I was ready to throw myself into the ocean just…read moreto feel something spicy. Halifax is beautiful, no doubt--but if you're someone who needs a kick of chili in your food (and your soul), the city can feel like a spice desert. Enter Pho Maniac. We spotted it thanks to the red chili-laced photos plastered on the window. That alone was enough to pull us in. And thank god we did--because this place delivers on heat. Not the mild, tamed-down-for-tourists kind either. Real spice. Actual flavor. The food scene in Halifax is trying to grow, but let's be honest--it's mostly tailored for white folks and cruise ship passersby. If your palate grew up on sambal, Sichuan, or scotch bonnets, most of this city will leave you unbothered and unsalted. But Pho Maniac? A mirage turned real. The place was packed with Asian diners and the one off-white wanderer who knew what's up. That's always a good sign. The broth? Deep, rich, and fiery. It hits the spot you forgot Halifax had. I still couldn't see myself living here long-term--because spicy food is non-negotiable--but at least Pho Maniac made the week feel less bland. In a city of boiled lobster and beige seasoning, this little joint reminded me my taste buds were still alive.