There are few who can pull off Gluten free like Schoolhouse. You can try the chocolate cake...and…read moretry not to get hooked. For the longest time I could not get past the holyfreakinggood carrot and chocolate cake, but I have bought one of the wee blueberry pies (not the tart, but the pie) and I have efficiently scarfed the whole thing within an hour of leaving the market. Priced well, tastes good...wheat, What?

Gluten free doesn't have to mean dry, crumbly and bland anymore. I don't know if these folks…read morecracked some magical formula but they sure as heck do great stuff. My daughter has celiac and this place has been a game changer for us. We often serve this stuff to guests who rave about it and then are incredibly surprised to find out its gluten free. They should also be applauded for and are proof that gluten-free doesn't have to cost 3 to 4 times as much as "regular" bakery items. We get absolutely gouged by most gluten free options, this place has great prices. Great taste, quality, price, selection and the staff are warm and helpful.

On a cruise stop in Halifax, we were drawn to this restaurant by their fabulous sounding menu and…read moreboy were we glad. Our lunch experience was exceptional. The ambiance is warm and inviting, our Server was terrific. And oh my, the food couldn't have been better. From the complimentary focaccia to our mains, wow good! I had the Crab-stuffed Ravioli with Shrimp in a Limoncello cream sauce and Husband had the Shrimp Fra Diavolo. We agreed it was some of the best cooked shrimp we've ever had. And the pastas were outstanding. Highly recommend!

Was in town for a few hours on a cruise stop and made sure to make reservations to try the…read moregluten-free experience at the Bicycle Thief. This was about a 10 minute walk from the cruise pier, I arrived a little early for my reservation, so I got immediate seating at the bar (I was hungry, so happy to accept!). Bartender was extremely knowledgeable about gluten-free options and also made recommendations for diners around me. I decided on the tuna tartare and the lobster linguine and both were soooooo good. There were huge chunks of lobster claw meat in this pasta and I sifted through to make sure I got it all, delicious! My wine was great, it was an intimate setting due to the lighting, and warm colors for decor. Enjoyed my experience, and will be back to try the lobster roll!

What a great discovery that we wish we knew about sooner! The place doesn't look like much from the…read moreoutside and inside is small and could use updating, but the cheesecake is excellent. Slices will run you $12-18, but you are getting quality here. No cheap ingredients and nothing is overly sweet. Tastes exactly as a cheesecake should. Options are limited but rotating. The seating set up isn't great and neither is the use of space, so we suggest walking up to the counter and taking your order to go. Staff is super friendly and helpful and asked if we had been before - something everywhere should do. Overall a really great choice. No hype; just great cheesecake.

Best cheese cake in Canada AND the USA…read more SUPER adorable and friendly setting, feels like home when you enter. The staff are amazing and so thoughtful. Also, if you have a recommendation on a new type of cheesecake, let them know. It may be the new best seller! As for picking a favourite? Good luck! They are all amazing.

This restaurant is a gem! On a business trip we stumbled on…read morethis delightful spot located in strip area. Katrina a waitperson guided us through the menu The food and its presentation were excellent with an excellent wine list. The decor is subtle and not distracting.

They had one of the best salads I had - kale ceaser with their dynamic home made dressing! Super…read moregood with a great garlic punch!

It was my last night in Halifax, and I really wanted to stop by The Wooden Monkey before I left. I…read morearrived shortly before closing time, so I only had time for dessert and a cocktail. I had the maple cinnamon creme brulee which was accompanied by a whimsical crescent moon shaped sugar cookie. Both delicious. I also had a Dark N' Stormy cocktail which had a nice kick to it! The waiter was very professional, and personable. I felt very welcomed there. Nice, mellow,and relaxing atmosphere. I would definitely like to come back for lunch or dinner if I'm ever in Halifax again.

Chickpea Salad was to die for! A burger was also had;…read moredevoured and delicious! Potato wedges were soft and not very exciting, could have been WAY crispier! Will definitely go back! Sever was happy but did take a tick to bring us water. The decor is always a pleasure. Notice something new every time.

Our first day in Halifax and wanted to eat at Edna's, but we have to wait. So we decided to wait it…read moreout at this coffee joint. The seating area is spacious, but there are signs to limit your stay to 60mins. The menu is easy to understand and standard pricing, although sizes are not specifically written. We ordered a cappuccino and a pumpkin spice latte (because I'm feeling basic Fall). The coffees arrive in 5mins. Fyi: Whole milk is used. Cappuccino: 5/5. Super dark and deep notes. Looks like an 6oz. Very strong. Pumpkin spice latte: 4/5. I don't know how any place can make a PSL not basic/standard. This place tried their best. Not overtly sweet. Looks like a 12oz. Overall: Good place to grab a coffee and chat.

I recently made it to The Nook for the first time, as I was on the hunt for a new trivia night to…read moreattend. It had a few things going for it on paper, including an early start time of 7:30pm, and cool, close by location, so we made the move. Primarily a coffee shop, it isn't a huge space, sitting 30 odd people at an eclectic mix of seating options. There's the counter along the windows, regular little tables, a high top, a couch, and two booths with oddly low tables. Plants hanging along the window add a nice feeling to the place, while local art dots some of the wall space. On our first time at The Nook, we came a bit early and were able to snag a booth. As I mentioned above, the tables in them are at a bit of an awkward height so you're basically forced to lean back and stretch out if you're of any height. My shorter companions found it better than most tables, so I guess it's all about perspective. They've got a diverse menu here, with some fancied up sandwiches, including a commendable selection of all day breakfast options, as well as salads, shareable apps, and of course lots of tasty looking baked goods. Being in the north end, there's plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, as well as stuff for us old fashioned omnivores. And if you've got what it takes to win a round in trivia, you'll get a plate of sweets! I was feeling like something more substantial and less diabetes inducing, so I went with a recent addition to their menu, the "A Lot Going On" wrap. With chicken, bruschetta, goat cheese, red onion, spinach, maple curry dressing and guacamole, it certainly lived up to the name. They also have a commendable booze selection so I grabbed a bottle of Boxing Rock's Hunky Dory Ale and went back to my nook. My wrap was soon dropped off and I dug in to my late dinner. Despite the menagerie of flavours, everything worked really well together, with a balance of tangy, salty and sweet. It was a bit on the messy side, but that's what napkins are for. Trivia was a good time, with a well-balanced selection of questions, and we did well despite just being three. Wrapping up and getting home before 9pm is great for work nights! The Nook is a well-rounded cafe that takes things to the next level beyond your typical coffee joint. Hit em up, and add a shot of maple Bailey's to your coffee for a couple bucks. *Ethical warning: The Nook changed owners last year, one of whom is a friend of mine and was present at the time of my visit.

Picked up some goats milk fudge from here to take home/ absolutely melt in your mouth super smooth…read moreand delicious. I'll be back for a proper visit to try other things hopefully soon!

Short walk from our hotel, very easy to navigate to. Seater right away and server was friendly and…read moreapproachable. The wife and I had cocktails recommended by our son, all good here. Creative and well prepared mixed. I especially liked the bluelevadier. Only complaint, it's loud and the neighborhood could intimidate some.

We recently ordered cupcakes with Delectable Desserts for a very special occasion. They were…read moreabsolutely perfect! Right after opening up the box, we were totally impressed with the beautiful presentation. These cupcakes were just incredibly decorated. Each one of them was like a small piece of art. We had a sampling of a number of flavors, all of which were successes. The cakes were incredibly moist and light, sweet but not too sweet. The frosting was very smooth and creamy, full of flavor, not too sweet, and complemented the cake. Delectable Desserts really made our occasion special. Their attention to detail and commitment to quality really showed in every single bite. The service was great. The hospitality of the staff, warm and accommodating, showed in their passion for the job. They made sure everything was perfect with our ordered dish and delivered it on time, hence making the experience seamless and a joyful one. In short, we could not be more pleased with our Delectable Desserts cupcakes. They were truly the star dessert of the show at our special party, and our friends and family just loved them. We would enthusiastically recommend Delectable Desserts to any event a client wants to add a touch of sweet and classy to. Five stars all the way!

Wonderful store! The cakes they delivered were AMAZING! Delivered quickly and with care. They…read morewrote a very nice message for my friend and called to confirm before delivery. The only small bump in the road was that they included an invoice with the order that was a gift for a friend. Make sure you specify that they do not include one if you're doing the same. Other than that, absolutely INCREDIBLE store!

Ordered this through a delivery platform- it took a while but was worth the wait!!…read more Dam food was as ordered/ so was the promised incentives- delicious and would do again!!

I like supporting Community businesses and I try to do my best and this was one of the businesses…read morethat I frequented quite often until I seen the chef smoking outside.. came in and did not wash his hands and I have not been back since.. ... I don't give a damn how beautiful the pictures look ..if you are not cooking in a commercial kitchen with high sanitary practices then you're just another dirty kitchen

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

TL;DR/The Short Version: Seafood restaurant right at the…read moreAlderney 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)