Love love this little spot. It's a cute little nook just off of spring garden. don't blink, you…read moremight miss the entrance.. especially if they don't have their sign out It's best to get there earlier in the day for the most options. They are friendly and helpful.

A little hole in the wall. Staff was kind. Shop has dine-in room. Tried the maracoon. It was okay.read more

A hidden gem. Off of Windsor Street in an industrial/commercial area. Cozy atmosphere. Doubles…read moreas a bookstore. Nice seating with a sofa both in the front room and back! They use Laughing Whale Coffee and have free wifi. Parking lot is to the side of the coffee shop uphill. A bit out of the way but worth the visit!!!

What an excellent find on a rainy day in Halifax. Finally stopped in after multiple visits to the…read morethrift store across the street. Parking is weird in the area and out front is only 15 minutes, so don't park there as you'll want to spend time inside. An amazing bookstore with all of the best locally-published books but also a cafe. Nice and quaint with great seating in the main area and a few tables in the back space. Service was absolutely wonderful and friendly. Great vibe and great atmosphere. Opted for the vegan Jamaican patty to share which was an excellent choice besides not realizing we each should have gotten our own! They serve great coffee by south shore's Laughing Whale Coffee Roasters. The food case is limited but options are delicious. An absolute must-stop if you're looking for really good coffee and really good books.

Spinach and feta croissant was a savory pairing with my iced pistachio latte. Got my sons very cute…read moresoccer ball cookies too.

Food is AWEFUL. Worst croissants I've ever tasted. I asked…read morefor baguette sandwich- they gave me a ciabatta. Service is good though but does not make up for the food quality.

It's a cute cafe with ample parking. There was plenty of seating inside and outside along the…read morerestaurant (some umbrellas) and also on a small dock overlooking the water (these were small tables without umbrellas). We ordered a quiche and salad and the fish cakes. It seemed like perhaps a potentially much busier than usual day - it took over 45 minutes for the quiche, which I imagine is pre-prepared. The food was good.

Nice cafe with two outdoor patios - one in front of the actual cafe (which is in a rustic looking…read morestrip mall) and the other is on a grassy field overlooking Lake Banook - prime seating on a nice day. They have coffee and espresso - they use Laughing Whale beans from Lunenburg. Had a BLT bagel. Bagels are high quality from a local bagel place in Dartmouth. Nice thick cut bacon. Price comparable to other local cafes. Will try their coffee products in the future

Stopped in this morning as we are staying in the wonderful Air BnB upstairs (not affiliated). Staff…read moreis extremely nice, attentive, and knowledgeable. Great music selection and wonderful art on the walls! We enjoyed some bagels, croissants and some coffee. Absolutely great flavor on the bagels and croissants had a nice airy inside and crispy outside. Coffee was well dialed, no bitterness or sourness! Great latte in the morning!

New coffee shop on Agricola Street in the North End of Halifax - just a few steps away from the…read moreHalifax Commons. Bright, airy cafe with a friendly staff. Seating at tables and also by counters that surround the room. Good espresso based drinks made on a pretty sweet espresso machine. Good vibe. Free wifi. What's not to like! Great place to linger on a cold Winter day!

I always trust a place that has flourishing plants, and Weird Harbor emEspresso Bar had a quite a…read morefew. Service was friendly, and the flat white I got was so tasty. I had a blueberry jelly donut that was also scrumptious. I highly recommend this place.

Great for grab and go coffee! Friendly service. Delicious coffee. Pleasant spot to wait for your…read morecoffee order and then get back to your day.

This little cafe has been open for just over a week now, and I am so happy to report that I loved…read moreevery minute of my time there the other day. I don't have an office space, so I rely a lot on cafe's and library's to get me out of the apartment. Tart & Soul is going to be an amazing little get away with huge, bright windows, plenty of tables to work at, and a patio space for when it's nice out. I arrived in the late morning and treated myself to one of their scrumptious scones. Really, they had me at cheese and green onion, but as soon as I took that first bite I knew I was going to be coming back. Their scones are crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with the perfect flavour balance for my carb-loving self. Next up on my "must eat" list? Cinammon buns...but I think I'm going to have to get out of the apartment earlier for those, because they seem to go fast! They have wifi, which I've come to expect at any coffee shop I go to now, and the password is cross stitched into an adorable sign near the cash register. Actually, I love all of the decor. It's cute, a bit kitchy and shows a lot of personality from the owners. There were a boquet of fresh flowers scenting the bench that I sat at, though I could hardly smell them over the smell of chocolate chip cookies baking in the back. Mmmmm. Oh, they brew Anchor Coffee for those interested. I love when local businesses support other local businesses, so that definitely pleased me! And it was delicious too. I'll definitely be back! I expect I will be working there a lot once fall term starts at Dal.

The coffee and food here are delicious!…read more There are different types of seating available: a couch, pairs of chairs with small tables or nook style seating. If you like natural light, there is plenty of it in this cafe! I had a bialy for breakfast when I was in and it was such a perfect breakfast that I think everyone should try it. They had both vegetarian and omnivore options available. The baked goods all looked wonderful and tempting as well. I believe street parking is all that's available, but it's well worth it! This is a little hidden gem.

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.

A cafe that does everything it intends to with perfection!…read more Overview If you've read any of my reviews, you know it's rare I give a 5/5. The top reason for a 5/5 is when the place does what it clearly set out to do without compromise. Atmosphere Music is not too loud, it's relaxing and alternative. But if you're not a big fan of it, you barely recognize it's there. The tables and chairs are great, and the mood is very relaxing. It's the perfect size for what they want to do in this part of the city. Artwork is always unique and supports local artists. It's a bit on the hipster-side but without any stereotypical things that turn the word 'hipster' into a negative. Washrooms The mark of a good restaurant or cafe is how clean their washrooms are. It tells you how the kitchen will be. And the washrooms here are clean, comfortable and fit the vibe of the rest of the cafe. Many places miss this mark. It shocks me when I walk into a washroom that is just a regular old washroom and doesn't fit the design of the rest of the place. Staff Always friendly but not overly. You won't get an overly cheerful, what kind of medication are you on "HI HOW ARE YOU TODAY?!!" You get real people who are helpful, seem happy and work very efficiently. Food & Drink Great for the coffee or tea lovers. The food is something I always think of when I think of The Nook. It's great, priced more than fairly, and I agree with Jodi B.'s "try the nachos" note. WIFI Strong. And I've never been in here with it failing. I know coffee shop owners always battle with people who spend too much time on their laptops while all they ordered was a coffee. Somehow that doesn't happen here. I can't explain why. I mean I'm here for hours, but I'll buy food and other items. Conclusion The Nook found the secret recipe for success. They haven't overpriced themselves for local area residents and they are so appealing, you'll come from another part of town, and pass by dozens of other coffee shops to get here.

Nachos so freaking good!! Plus I had sourcream at my home to add to the ambiance!…read more The sandwiches were made well as were the side of meatballs!

Honestly this spot was one of the highlights of my time in Halifax. Hubby and I stopped here on a…read moreMonday morning just after 11am. We ordered coffee (americano and caffe latte) and some pastries (chocolate caneli, butter croissant, and two macaroons). The owner was friendly and efficient in serving his customers in such a small place. He was the only one working! The food was amazing and the coffee was strong and delicious.

Come right when they open for a WARM, buttery, perfect croissant. Amazing flavor, clearly handmade…read morewith love, and once the case is empty they're all gone for the day! If you prefer more of a shattering crackle croissant, LF Bakery is slightly further away but has longer hours, more croissants, and a divine sweet brioche. They're clearly #1 and #2 in Halifax for a reason. Happy eating!