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Evan's Seafood Restaurant

4.3 (124 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Brianne D.

Great spot just off the ferry terminal with a waterfront seating area and mini bar. The lobster roll was delicious; served warm with a good portion of meat. I'd also recommend the Poutine and fish and chips (not pictured).

Platter for 2 ($40). 2 fish pieces, 4 scallops, clam, fries and salad.
Jennifer P.

TL;DR/The Short Version: Seafood restaurant right at the Alderney Ferry Landing. Food was good, but the Platter for 2 was really small for 2 people. The Long Version: I had heard great things about Evan's Seafood so my husband and I made a special trip to Dartmouth from Halifax on our vacation to check it out. It's right by the Alderney Ferry Landing so we took the ferry over and we were right there (ferry fare was $3 a person and it's a 15 minute ride). We got the Platter for 2 ($40) which came with 2 pieces of haddock, 4 Digby scallops, a half order of clams, half fries and half salad. We got to choose our salad (from Cesar, garden, spinach or Greek) and we got the garden salad with the dressing on the side. The amount of food was not sufficient for 2 people, imo. We had to go get a second dinner afterwards, lol. (My husband is an average-sized man and I am a much smaller than average-sized woman). Everything fit on one regular-sized dinner plate. However, the food did taste good ;) The Platter for 2 is gluten-free by default. The haddock breading was crunchy and I liked that it wasn't overly greasy. The scallops were a good size and were nicely cooked. Tender and not rubbery. The clams were good as well, although there was lots of batter on them. The fries were crispy and although not shoestring fries, I still enjoyed them. The salad was fresh and had a good variety of vegetables, but it was only a few mouthfuls. You order and pay at the counter. You tell them if you want to sit indoors or outdoors. They give you a numbered table sign and you place it wherever you want to sit. They will bring the food to you when it's ready and will clear the table when you're done, but they do not check up on you otherwise. Ambiance is...well...you're eating at a ferry terminal, lol. But if you eat outside, you're by the water. The patio was busy though, so we ate inside. I'm glad we tried it and it was fun taking the ferry over. (178)

Jenn W.

Evan's Seafood uses a fast-casual operation model where you order and pay at the register, obtain a number, sit down, and they'll bring you the food. Their 'taste of everything' platters are a great way to sample the menu. The platter for two ($35) comes with two pieces of fish (we added an additional piece for $6), clams, scallops, fries, and salad. The fried fish was exactly how I like it prepared. Very lightly battered so there's a delicate crispy crust encapsulating flaky fish. The moist fish was delightful and made even better with some of the zesty creamy tartare sauce, which arrives two to an order. Similarly, the fried scallops are lightly breaded, so the scallops' sweetness stands out and is best enjoyed au naturel. They were addictively delicious; I could easily have a full order of these on a return visit. Only the clams were something I could have lived without. They're a bit "fishier" tasting and greasier since it's more battered. Still, with a squeeze of the lemon and hot sauce the flavours improved. The fries and salad were a decent portion for sharing. And while the fries were a bit soft, they were made from cut potatoes and tasted fresh. Tasty food and the beautiful Halifax skyline view aside, what made the experience excel was their friendly service. We were well looked after, with people regularly checking in on us, despite sitting on the patio. And the cashier stressed that we didn't need to add a gratuity, although it would be appreciated. When my friend pressed her about why she'd decline a tip, she noted that it's a tough economy and didn't want customers to feel pressured if they couldn't afford the extra money. How thoughtful and refreshing, I left nourished on the inside and out.

Joline (owner) and the wine she recommended!
Angela B.

Visiting from the US, I looked up places to eat and started looking at menus. They sold me when I saw on their website talking about celiac and that their menu was gluten free. Evan's is amazing! The food was delicious. The staff (and owner) are great! And the view wasn't too bad either--looking at the Halifax skyline across the water.

Jim A.

We stopped at Evan's as part of our all day tour of Halifax and Dartmouth. Because of this I wasn't expecting value or quality, but I am pleased to say I Was Wrong. This place serves up fresh fish at value prices. We had the 3 piece Fish and Chips (we actually substituted Onion Rings for the fries). The gluten free coating was a change from the batter dipped we have been accustomed to, but it was light and delicious. The Onion Rings were crispy goodness. Others with us had the scallops and shrimp. All was great. The staff were extremely polite and helpful. The views of the harbor from the outside deck were great. Definitely the place for seafood in Dartmouth while enjoying the view of Halifax.

Lobster roll
Laura T.

We only grabbed the lobster roll on its own, while the lobster meat was on the skimpy side, the flavours were great! After reading the previous reviews, I guess they just reduce the amount of lobster meat in the roll over the years. For a takeout joint, $30($26+tax) for this roll alone was pricey in my opinion. We were asked to tip on the takeout as well, which is a little ridiculous because there was no table service just waited for the buzzer to buzz and we got up and went to pick it up, we simply got a box with the roll and had to ask for a fork and napkin. I've had similar priced rolls in other local joints and they came with sizes, coleslaw etc!

Scallop
Deborah H.

Such friendly staff, the fish and chips were delicious everyone enjoyed them. The lobster roll is surprisingly, as it was warm and loaded with lobster. The scallops were sweet. They have probably 10 tables and lots of parking. The restaurant is inside what looks like a farmers market with other small stores. 10 pieces were definitely too much for 4 adults, we had leftovers the next day in the air fryer and it wasn't bad either.

Seafood platter
Nan V.

Great pricing and great seafood! The platter was worth to get as you get a bit of everything you serve. It was fresh and crispy. Took the boat form Halifax over.

Lobster roll
Alykhan V.

Lobster roll, lobster roll, lobster roll! I'm a huge fan of lobster rolls, and coming from Toronto, I knew I had to try one. I got there right when it opened and it was awesome. Normally, lobster rolls come cold but this one was actually warm - which is something I've been wanting for a while. Ambiance: N/A - it's more of a takeout spot/food court. So it's nothing special, but it was nice with the pop up vendors/market there selling stuff. Food: 4/5 - I loved it and would definitely come back again. Like I said, it was warm, soft and buttery. Really enjoyed it. Service: 4/5 - Friendly individual who took my order! Overall: 4/5, highly recommended!

Oysters and Sample Platter
Shawana L.

It's unassuming that Evan's would be so good being attached to the ferry terminal. It looks kinda like a food court stall. But, of course, never judge a book by its cover. The staff were so nice and friendly! Knowledgeable too! We ended up getting the sample platter so we could try everything as well as 8 oysters. Here's what I loved: the fried haddock, onion rings, Caesar salad, and the shucked oysters. Did not care for: fried scallops, fried shrimp (they were fried while with the shells still on), fried clams.

What you can expect now. More mayo and celery. A few little pieces of lobster
Sean H.

I will not be returning. I have been coming here for the past 3 years excited for the lobster roll + the recipe. It had always been consistent. On our visit this weekend, they have clearly changed ownership or have changed what they're willing to offer their customers. When you compare the photos of Feb 2024 and June 2024 it's pathetic. They have reduced the amount of meat, changed to smaller buns and added heaps of mayo to fill the roll BUT no change in price. I will not recommend this spot any longer.

Lobster Roll and fresh oysters.
Gigi A.

Stopped by this place with friends the day I left Halifax for the lobster rolls and it did not disappoint! The food was tasty and you can see from the counter that it's made fresh to order. The lobster roll wasn't a big as I thought it would be. You can see in the photo that it's about the same size as a hotdog. However, the roll and the fries filled me up. The oysters were very fresh and absolutely delicious. There are tables so you can eat in if you want; and the server will bring the food right to your table. The staff were friendly and will make suggestions if you're on the fence about what to order. We arrived around lunch time and the line was massive, so if you're starving you might have to wait a bit. Overall we had a great experience, I will be back next time. An added bonus is that it's very easy to get to from Halifax since it's in the same building as the ferry station.

Fish tack
Deanna D.

I ordered a haddock taco and a scallop taco. They were well cooked and I liked the homemade tortillas. The overall taste of the tacos were bland. The fish was juicy, same with the scallops, but the choice of toppings made the whole taco lack anything special. The guac was the only thing I ended up tasting when I took a bite with it. The price doesn't equate to the taste.

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We had an excellent lobster roll here that we took to the Brightwood beer garden. All the other meals I saw going by looked great too

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