Fantastic place, us and our dog sat on the back patio and had a great meal of seafood chowder and…read moreAcadia fish cakes. Topped it off with the OMG Brownie. The weather has begun to warm up and I can easily give it Four paws up.

Great food and friendly staff. Love the ambiance of this restaurant. Lots of the food is locally…read moresourced.

I remember The Coffee Bean of back in my years as a precocious youth in the 90s as being a very old…read moreschool, no frills café. Certainly not the quaint - dare I saw cool? - little cafe that is now. With branded merchandise, an espresso machine, and plants literally livening up the place, it seems that old dogs *can* learn new tricks! Or at least get new owners. Looking for a lunch that isn't fast food or a slice of pizza isn't an easy thing on a Monday in Pictou County, but I was glad when The Coffee Bean came to mind. Driving down just before noon to beat the lunch rush, I arrived to the remnants of the late morning coffee crew that were already situated, and no line in front of me. Perfect timing! I opted for the intriguing Mexican grilled cheese and an iced Americano to beat the heat. After a few minutes wait, I had my food and coffee in hand and hit the road home. My grilled cheese had a nice golden brown finish, and coming wrapped in paper kept it from steaming and getting too too soggy on the drive home. It was filled with a melty mix of cheeses, as well as a generous portion of diced onion, bell pepper and tomato, along with just the slightest hint of heat. The fresh veg added a pleasant brightness and crispness. The ice in the Americano barely lasted in the summer heat by the time I got home, but I appreciated that it wasn't 80% ice and 20% coffee like some. It's great to see new life breathed into The Coffee Bean, and I hope it continues to serve New Glaswegians (yes, that's our demonym), for yet another generation.

This is a small, quaint and cafeteria-style cafe serving freshly baked muffins, sandwiches, snacks…read moreand fresh espresso based drinks. I chose well when I bought a delicious baked flourless granola bar. I am gluten intolerant and prefer healthier choices so this was the best option for me. My husband chose an egg and cheese sandwich on toasted fresh bread. The prices were reasonable, the service was prompt and the staff were friendly. I was disappointed with my Americano since it tasted bitter and "dirty" when it cooled down a little. I didn't finish it.

Great spot for a nice cold brew and a sweet cookie! The…read moreplace looks pretty and cool vibe! Service was fast and we appreciate the quick chat with the barista!

Super cute and hip spot. Plenty of comfy seating and great food and drink options. Staff was super…read morefriendly. Loved it!

This little gem is tucked away on Guysborough Harbour, and serves up delicious coffee with an…read moreincredibly friendly staff. Just picture yourself with a delicious cup and watching the tide roll in and out. To me, that's nirvana! They also have a decent selection of baked goodies, and lunch fare. Haven't tried the lunch menu, but plan on it. It's also a gathering spot for this welcoming community and is a place for musicians to share their talents. When I'm in the area, this is my default place to go, hands down!

From the owner: Nestled in the heart of Guysborough, Nova Scotia, Cast Away Cafe offers a unique blend of local…read morecharm and exquisite flavors. Located on the second floor of the historic Jost’s Wharf Building at the Guysborough Marina.

I totally love the people and this little business. A dirty chai latte, and a ham breakfast…read moresandwich to get me filled and in my kayak. Thank you to all of you who work so hard, and are open year-round!

Quirky little place on Baddeck's main road. Excellent coffee. Limited menu with bagels, bagel…read moresandwiches, and paninis, but the sandwiches we ordered were delicious. Service was friendly and quick. Fortunately we arrived just before the cruise buses, which disgorge enough tourists to overwhelm most of the small businesses on "the strip." :(

Great breakfasts but love to see them stay open till 9pm they close at 3pm.limited seating need to…read moreexpand

After crossing the Canso Causeway, we took a drive up the Ceilidh Trail via NS Trunk 19 to Port…read moreHood. After spending a brief time at the Port Hood Day Park enjoying the nice views of the water and Port Hood Island on a sunny Sunday morning, we decided to stop off for a light breakfast at Sandeannie's Bakery & Tea Room (formerly Greco Pizza Donair Xpress). The place was very busy when we arrived here with a mix of locals and tourists. The place is not fancy which consists of a cozy dining room with self serve table seating and order counter. There are also bakery goods & breads (in clear plastic bags)for sale on the shelf including rolls, biscuits, scones, cookies, muffins, and oatcakes. The breakfast menu (served all day) includes a variety of egg dishes, breakfast sandwiches, French toast, breakfast sides, cinnamon rolls, and other baked goods. The lunch menu (from 11AM) includes sandwiches, burgers, salads, soup, chili, seafood chowder or lobster bisk, seafood, fish cakes, and all beef meat pie. For dessert, they also offer Deep Fried Mars Bar and Deep Fried Ice Cream. The prices here seem reasonable, most entrees $6.00-$9.95 and seafood dishes $8.50-$12.95. They also offer a kids menu and specials too. This is how it works here. They have restaurant menus you can look at, but you have to order your food and drink at the register & pay first, then your order is brought out to your table. The coffee and tea is also self serve. For breakfast, we ordered 2 coffees, a cinnamon roll, and a classic breakfast with two eggs (scrambled) with fish cakes, home fries, homemade toast, oat mash, and orange slice garnish. The brewed coffee was good and refillls were self serve. The cinnamon roll was okay, which was served warm and slightly dry inside, and not the frosted icing kind we're accustomed to enjoying. As for the classic breakfast, the scrambled eggs were soft, the homemade bread was toasted crisp and lightly buttered. The soft grilled fish cakes had a slightly pungent odor, otherwise tasted just fine served with chow. The very modest portion of home fries were fresh cut potatoes lightly grilled and lightly oily outside. The "oat mash/porridge" was very dense and quite good. In all, breakfast here was good, but not wow. As we were finishing up and getting ready to head out on the road again, the very high pitched smoke detector went off over the register area near the kitchen. The owner was using a serving tray to try to fan the heat under the smoke detector. "A small lesson in fire safety" remarked another customer. FREE WIFI with password

A hidden gem! Lunch was down East amazing. We had a…read morecroissant stuffed with chicken salad, and a side of Cesar Salad. i can not tell you how flaky our custard rhubarb pie was, but that too was down-east delicious. Been to La Cuisine de Brigitte several times and service is above average, server is extremely attentive. Relaxed atmosphere!

Tall and Small cafe on Main Street in Antigonish has a vibrant energy and is full of local art. I…read morestopped here on the last day of my Nova Scotia trip for lunch and coffee. The staff was friendly and the split pea soup (vegetarian) was to die for. My husband had some sort of open faced grilled cheese that looked amazing. There is wifi but I could not find the password listed anywhere convenient - I think I asked another patron. Parking is either on the street or in a nearby public lot. Lots of vegetarian options!

A bustling little cafe located in the bottom of an apartment building on Main Street. They serve a…read morevariety of fair trade coffees and the best homemade vegetarian food in town. It can get pretty busy during rush hours (noon-one, five-six), but if you find yourself there during a lull it can be very relaxing. Hot Hint: The Greek veggie sandwich is a great vegetarian option and the turkey pesto sandwich is a classic favorite.

What a great new spot in Pictou! If you want good, strong coffee, this is the place…read more Beautiful big windows let lots of light in and lots of seating. Staff is super friendly and there is a lot of great art on the walls. Park your car and go for a walk around the town with your coffee or sit in and people watch. Highly recommended.

From the owner: Nestled in quaint coastal Pictou, Nova Scotia, Sea Glass Coffee House beckons with the aroma of…read morefreshly brewed bespoke coffee and the soothing melody of waves. Step inside to discover a maritime haven that evokes the spirit of the sea. Proudly serving Nova Scotian coffee, tea, honey, dairy, and preserves.

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 :)