Best coffee on the whole South Shore! Hardly any signage, a local gem. Accessible! (go up the side…read moreof the building and there's a ramp!) I've tried them all, in Lunenburg, including the new Barn. Hands down Number Nine is the most awesome espresso and coffee in the coolest space. Lovely barristas. Place is is owned by a singer, and artists (and locals like boatmakers!) are regulars. Music always great but not obtrusive, peaceful vibe. Charming as heck. Highly recommend this third-wave coffee joint. Don't miss it if you come to Lunenburg! In a historic old grey house. Sometimes a line-up, but it's worth it, so chat with others while you wait and relax. (Also a gorgeous, accessible ramp back garden area - you can bring your dog!) 135 Montague, on the main drag next to a small record store.

Perfect latte in a quaint converted home with individual rooms for sitting. Mostly vegan options…read morefor baked goods - vegan cinnamon rolls, vegan Nanaimo bars, scones. My personal preference would be to have more baked goods that are moist or light that paired better with coffee.

We discovered the Barn this morning! What a great place for coffee and pastries. And a place to…read morecatch up with friends or make new friends. I had the banana nut muffin and is was truly the best banana nut muffin I've ever had! It had a mix of nuts, seeds, a smattering of mini chocolate chips and a drizzle of icing. Add a light shake of sea salt, and you have found my ideal breakfast treat. My husband had the apple cinnamon crumble muffin. We made an audible "mmmm" on his first bite. Our Americano and latte were exactly as we hoped. If you have time to linger, go upstairs and sit on one large leather couches. We met some native Nova Scotians and never felt rushed. And if we were made of money I would have bought one of the beautiful hand-dyed silk scarves on sale one the first floor. Thank goodness we are here in Mahone Bay for a while... we shall return!

My husband and I visited here this morning for a quick bite to eat and some coffee. He ordered the…read morejalapeno chive scone and an Americano, I ordered the raspberry orange white chocolate scone and a chocolate espresso mocha. Everything was delicious, the staff were pleasant and friendly, and the overall vibe of the atmosphere was incredibly calming and relaxing. They also sell various coffees and teas as well as gifts. This is a great spot to go to to relax or socialize, and we'll definitely be back the next time we visit the area.

Great little coffee shop with the best coffee in the valley, and I love the familiar faces. I do…read morestill miss the comfy red couch and being able to sit in with a friend to enjoy a cuppa and chat.

I was hoping to have coffee with a friend from away before she hit the highway. they don't have a…read morebathroom on property and I was told to go to the pharmacy across the road. I came back hoping for coffee and a snack ( muffin or scone etc) . they had no food items. I went to Foodland across the road to buy a box of fritters. I should have went down the road to Tim Hortons.

What a fabulous find while driving through the town of Liverpool, Nova Scotia. Main & Mersey is a…read morefamily run coffee shop and they also feature a Japanese style dining experience in the evenings. I came for the coffee snd French style home made pastries. The coffee is truly amazing and as for the savory pastry I had... pure flavor & deliciousness. The man behind the counter was so helpful and kind. We lived it here. The ambiance is hip and vibey. Do not miss this very cool place. You will not regret it.

This was a Great spot to have a coffee of any kind and a fantastic in house fresh made croissants…read moreof many varieties. Service was fast, friendly.

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.

While out on an adventure to visit Hope For Wildlife, my wife and I did what we always try to do…read morewhile visiting an area we don't get too very often - find some delicious local eats! Rose & Rooster quickly rose (sorry, not sorry) to the top of my list, with glowing reviews and a menu that was approachable but also putting more effort in than many rural cafes tend to. We arrived for a late lunch and were able to easily snag a table out front and one blessedly in the shade. Ordering at the counter inside, it was a tough call for me between their seafood chowder and the fishcakes, but I eventually went for the latter. Some brunchy options were still available, and my wife opted for their croque monsieur. Sipping on some iced Americanos, we soon had our food in front of us. I was immediately impressed with the fish cakes as they looked like they had an incredible crust on them, and looks did not deceive! They were wonderfully crisp, and the interior was smooth, but still had a little texture from the small chunks of potato. Salt cod gave a pleasant flavour, and the green tomato chow/jam was a star in its own right, striking a great balance between sweet and tart. Some yellow flower petals fancied things up further. My side salad was fresh and crisp, with a mix of greens, cucumber, carrots and more, and a delicious, creamy dressing that had a flavour that I couldn't quite place, but quite enjoyed. My wife's croque monsieur was served open-faced, and the cheese and ham had gotten some great colour under the broiler, while a thick slice of fresh bread held up well under the rich, hot mess on top. Not to be outdone by the savoury foods, the desserts at Rose & Rooster will put you in a state of sugar-induced choice paralysis, but we were lured in by the colourful layers of the strawberry rhubarb and matcha layer cake! It's a mouthful to say, and eat, with alternating layers of airy cake, a summery strawberry and rhubarb spread, and a lovely matcha cream. Topped off with more cream and a dusting of matcha powder, it was a flavour-packed treat that did not disappoint. It wouldn't be accurate to call Rose & Rooster a diamond in the rough, since the Eastern Shore is much too pretty for that, but we can stick to the jewelry theme and call them gold.

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.

My local used bookstore…read more As an avid reader, and a supporter of local stores, this is my first stop when in need for a new/used/different book. The lady who runs/owns the place, is very friendly, and seems to know where, and what everything is. It's amazing, if i am looking for a specific book, she will know if she has it, had it, and if not, she will take you info and try to find it/them for you! Just amazing customer service. I almost always walk out with a few books, but more importantly I always walk in with some to give back. If you haven't been, check it out, support the little folks, and enjoy the coffee shop as well!

Nice little store with a good selection of used books. Saw quite a few recent best sellers and…read morecurrent titles. My son found a large hardcover book in great shape in the children's section for $8 ($20 new). Small espresso bar at the cash. Taking off a star because the lowest % milk they have is 2%. I get not having skim if you aren't a big place, but at least do 1%. 2% feels like I'm drinking cream and is not good for the waistline either!

Pleasant surprised by the quality of the latte found in this small town. Staff seemed friendly and…read morepersonable and there were some snack/food options as well. There Are some chairs and tables for seating. Give it a shot and grab a cup!

Love this shop! Great options for breakfast- savory and sweet, and great coffee. A wonderful local…read morealternative. Highly recommend stopping in! (The spicy sausage roll with honey mustard dipping sauce was phenomenal.)

Such a cute cafe! We had the homemade mushroom soup and a scone. Both were delicious. The service…read morewas great. The person at the cash register was busy making some coffee orders but made sure to acknowledge us and told us to go sit and relax. She came over as soon as she was done and took our order. The shop has lots of fun stuff to peruse while waiting. Definitely worth a stop!

Sandwich was great. Service was a miss. Server must have been distracted, guessing she had to say…read moresorry to us 10 times when she messed up.

Homemade icecream and fudge on a hot day? Not gonna pass up on that!…read more We were walking the streets of Lunenburg, and decided it would be 10x better with icecream in hand so stopped by Sweet Treasures. I got a double scoop cup of orange chocolate and peanut butter eureka, while my wife got a single scoop waffle cone with pistachio. The flavours are distinct, and the icecream is good though a bit on the icey side (there were times it felt almost like a popsicle). Prices are reasonable, people are friendly. While not the ultimate reward at the end of a treasure map, Sweet Treasures is a worthy stop along the way.

We tried their butterscotch milkshake, it was decent. Good thick milkshake…read more The place felt a little congested and in random order, they can have a better flow in the space.