Dots & Loops combine everything that I love about Inkwell, the Independent Mercantile and Duly…read moreNoted into one beautiful shop. I've only actually been once, but it was enough to make me swoon. I mean...I've been following them on social media for ages and have drooled over their photos, but now that I've been inside, yep, it's love. I love that just about everything in the shop is made in Canada, and there is so much love for local Nova Scotian artists too! I could have bought a car full of goodies - Rifle Paper Co journals? Adorable prints? Jewellery dishes shaped like woodland animals? And then the jewellery itself that is just so gorgeous, it's hard not to want a little bit of everything. The store is packed full of goodies in every space available, but it doesn't feel cramped or crowded. The set up is perfect for browsing in a crowd (even though I was there in the off-season). I can't say enough about this charming shop! I can't wait to go back.

Just. YES. After a…read moreday of shopping the south shore, inundated by stereotypical 'maritime' crap that I just can't get down with, I almost let out an audible cry of happiness when I walked into this brand new addition to the Lunenburg scene. The modern, open and bright space really let the products on the shelves shine rather than forcing customers into an awkward stumble through overpacked aisles of random nick-knacks. Within seconds of seeing all the inspiring and adorable prints, handmade pillows and stuffed toys, quirky greeting cards and stationery, and tons more, I knew I was in trouble. Much like a similar store in Halifax (Love, Me Boutique), I just wanted it all. And that's okay...because every purchase helps support a legitimate local artist or crafter which makes me feel MUCH better about gift-giving than just picking up your average mass-produced 'Authentic Nova Scotian' anything. Besides, there were so many great products available for less than $20 which makes it easy to do some damage without having to hate yourself for it later. I will absolutely be back. Hopefully soon and often.

I wanted a greasy diner and I got one. Right down to the miserable cook. Lol. She did not want to…read morebe there! My burger and rings were great, although quite expensive for what it was, but it was just what I was craving. Our friend had the clubhouse (he really enjoyed it), and my partner had the donair (he really did not enjoy that). Bathrooms looked like they hadn't been cleaned in days. And maybe bring your own paper towel as they're out.

This little Kwik way location is just on the outskirts of the town of Lunenburg and does so much…read moremore than offer a variety of convenience store treats. I made the drive through Lunenburg this weekend looking for a friends cottage in Kingsburg and got lost just past this Kwik Way. I turned around and stopped in to ask for directions, and pick up a few treats for the drive. There were more products offered at this Kwik Way than I expected (it's kind of an eye sore from the outside) but the interior was undergoing renovations so everything was in disarray. My friend bought a pack of cigarettes that she estimated were a month old based on a limited edition package. Luckily the older gentleman behind the counter was happy to give me directions and he said it was a good thing that I turned around because it was another half hour drive to the next town to get directions. If you're driving through the Lunenburg area and need directions this is a great place to stop. Once they finish their interior renovations hopefully it will live up to it's full potential.

I visited Lunenburg last fall and happened to walk in here thinking it would be a good place to buy…read moresome post cards for loved ones back home in Ontario. This place is a bit of a rummagey mess. It is filled to the brim with bad quality, cheesy trinkets. I suppose this isn't unusual for a touristy place such as Lunenburg. The real reason I'm writing this review is because this older man on staff, whom I can only describe as a condescending, kept trying to pressure me into buying something! ugh! If you are looking for something cute from Nova Scotia wander a couple streets up. There are some nice and unique stores with reasonable prices in that direction.

My favorite book store in Lunenburg - great selection of old and new with excellent staff…read morerecommendations. I never leave without buying at least 1 volume of something intriguing, page-turning, witty or sublime. I highly recommend you visit - purchase what fancies you then pop up to No. 9 to read it...

The sweetest bookseller with amazing indigenous/West Asian/queer/trans titles. What a find. Great…read morebooks and politics all in one shop with a really fun mural painted on the side--cannot miss it.

I've gotta say, this place is pretty rad! Totally not what I'd normally go for as it's mostly a…read morecollection of kitsch-infused home decor bordering on country kitchen, but I appreciate how they're setting themselves apart. In a place where selling cheap crap with lobsters on 'em to tourists is a valid way of life, Down Home Living manages to hit a much more appetizing middle ground between products you'd actually like, with enough Atlantic Canadian style tucked in for good measure. Instead of t-shirts with screen-printed moose in Mountie costumes, you'll find modern art hangings of stylized whales, picture frames painted to look like fishing markers, and just a great selection of home decor that still manages to hold its own in the style department. Don't skip this one!

Lunenburg is none of the things that the Vancouver reviewer describes. There are loads of wonderful…read moreshops in Lunenburg that befit the historic and incredibly beautiful and sophisticated UNESCO DESIGNATED town that it is. Down Home Living has a lot of wonderful items for the home. It's an altogether pleasing shopping experience in every way. I recently bought a wonderful lamp at Down Home Living that I will take home to Florida with me. There are pillows, blankets, some kitchenware, art, mirrors and many lovely small items in this store. Don't miss it! It's always crowded with patrons and has been a successful business at this location for many years. It never fails to please.

Lovely store in Lunenburg selling paintings by a local artist. I love that all the art depicts…read morescenes from around the Lunenburg area. The artwork also shows you how life was like during simpler times. We bought a few prints to enjoy at home and to remember our time in Lunenburg. Very affordable prints that were great as souvenirs as well!

From the owner: In our interesting, two-hundred year old, corner building, people of all ages and from all walks of…read morelife can spend time enjoying the paintings and conversation with the Purcell Family artists and fellow visitors. The painting subjects range from large, dramatic seascapes to smaller, more intimate interiors, views of old farms, town and city scapes, garden flowers and family depictions; famous ships, fishing and racing schooners and pastoral scenes vie for wall space with quiet or storm-washed fishing coves of Nova Scotia.

This grocery store is really convenient for those of us who live on the eastern side of Lunenburg…read moreor for visitors staying downtown. It used to be the company store for Scotia Trawler, and catered both for the provisioning of the fishing boats and the needs of the families at home. It's got an adequate selection for its size, although it's a little light on speciality or high end items, which is understandable. As a place to get staples, it's wonderful. Foodland is associated with Sobeys, so it carries the Our Compliments line of house brand products, and it also gives Air Miles, which I love.

This is the local grocery store that has all regular provisions. It's small, doesn't have lots of…read morechoices (expect that for village grocery) but adequate. Otherwise a long drive to large chain supermarket.

This bookstore is owned by an extremely friendly, kind, and knowledgeable fellow. Our group…read morevisited the store and he gave us book recommendations, but he also told us of the history of the region that he had traveled in (working as the ships chief mechanic) for 30+ years. A very pleasant experience for anyone visiting Lunenburg, and a very reasonably priced used book store! Do note: the store is only open after 7 pm.

If you like your used bookstores to be cluttered and full of semi-hidden treasures, you'll love…read moreElizabeth's Books. I can always find something special here when I poke around. They've got a great selection of local books, and books about the region. The owner also has a really wonderful selection of DVDs for rent, including possibly the best selection of foreign films and arthouse films in the area. The hours can be a bit erratic -- the shop tends to be open late afternoons or evenings, so it's worth a stroll by if you're having dinner in downtown Lunenburg.

Wonderful selection of books for readers of all ages and levels. Very welcoming with cozy seating…read moreto peek at books. Many Canadian authors books on the shelves. Wonderful staff that won't bug you or push you away.

Beautiful little local book shop ! Just passing though and we were greeted by four little paws and…read morea knowledgeable owner.

As a lover of knots and rope (I know, super cool) I am totally into the many knot-themed items in…read morethis store. Books, posters, crafts and tools - it's a knot enthusiast's paradise! Did you even realize that there was a tool for poking at tough knots to get them unstuck? Neither did I, but thanks to the Bluenose shop I now know about a lot of knot tools that I was unaware of before. Anyone in your life who has a thing for boats or maritime history would love this store. Keep that in mind if you've got some hard to shop for grandpas, fathers or ship-loving ladies on your holiday list. And if you don't already know them to be boat lovers, buy them something here anyways. You'll make a sea-dog out of them yet!