The Freight Shed

I was on a group tour and we stopped here for lunch. Thankfully, the servers were there to help us…read morewith our lobsters and crab since some of us have never eaten them from the shell. Of course the food was delicious. A bonus for me as a hockey fan was the sports bar in the back that had hockey memorabilia: jerseys, sweaters, etc., from teams across the NHL as well as local. I highly recommend it if you've never had the experience of eating shellfish this way. It was fun to see whose bucket (of shells) filled the fastest.

Great service! 4 of us got the all you can eat sides of mussels and seafood chowder with lobster…read moreand snow crab. Seafood chowder is a bit light, not creamy enough for our tastes. The strip loin was a bit tough and the salmon was on the dry side, a bit overcooked for our tastes. We finished off the meal with the coconut cream pie and the the strawberry rhubarb crisp. Both desserts were good, the crisp was a bit Not sure when they close but they are open at 4pm every day. We got there early so didn't have to wait, but there was a wait at 6 when we left, so be warned! Definitely a must try if you're in the area.

1/2 snow crab (kids size are 1/2s)

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The restaurant.... yup, we were the 2nd last customer to leave the restaurant

Highwheeler Cafe & Bakery

4.5(76 reviews)

0.3 km

Upon entering we were greeted warmly and offered assistance in selecting our options from the menu…read more The staff learned we were heading out on the Cabot Trail and began suggesting good routes and places to stop which made the entire experience feel more personal. The entire cafe has a cozy diner setup with plenty of seating. We decided to start the day with a simple bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich as well as a hot chocolate. The food was quickly prepared and brought to us. The hot chocolate was rich and warm while the sandwich was light yet filling. The cafe also offers boxed lunch options for the road which is a terrific option for travelers and visitors hitting the trail like us. My only complaint is that they were only open from Thursday to Monday, because I would easily return every morning!

The food is just alright, though I think a little pricey and overrated. We had a breakfast…read moresandwich, a Cuban, and a blueberry bread. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, the seating areas are inviting. There are many options for baked goods and it was exceptionally busy. It looks like they roast their own beans. We aren't coffee drinkers but I mentioned it if it were important to someone.

Additional seating up there

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Lakeside

5.0(1 review)

0.8 km

We had a prefixed meal as part of a tour. Chicken, potatoes, mixed veg and a salad and drink. Food…read morewas really good as well as the atmosphere. Right on the side of the lake which the name infers. Beautiful setting. Service was great.

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The Cable Room

4.4(23 reviews)

0.4 km

The food was amazing. I had the broiled haddock and my wife had the halibut and scalloped…read more The service was good. No complaints at all. You will need reservation

We had a really nice dinner at the Cable Room. It was an upscale restaurant, quiet with…read moreexceptional service. My husband's haddock was his favorite of the entire 2 week trip. My risotto was great and the added steak was cooked perfectly.

Brioche biscuits with herb butter

Wild mushroom risotto

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Lobster Risotto

Bell Buoy

2.9(49 reviews)

0.1 km

It is pre-season, so we were seated right away. The waitress immediately took our order, which was…read morea lobster roll with salad, lobster club with fries, wine and beer. Both sandwiches were great - I preferred the club, hubby preferred the roll. We both agree the salad, fries, and presentation were all great. We have had 3 lobster rolls in 2 days locally, and all were good in their own way, and a little different. The service was excellent, the restaurant had a nice atmosphere, and we would definitely eat here again.

we went online and booked a table, we got a confirmation email, confirming our booking. we drove…read moreover to the restaurant at our designated time and the restaurant was closed. the website still states open, but it is definitely deserted.

Oatmeal stout

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Three Doors Down Diner

3.6(12 reviews)

0.4 km

Absolutely the BEST burger, and fish and chips around. Also the "everything" fries are a meal into…read morethemselves...my mouth is watering while writing this, lol. These people work HARD to keep you happy, will pack up for take-out (really helpful sometimes), and are (THANK GOODNESS) open year round.

Terrible attitude & service. We arrived at 6:20pm and the server ignored us. The door was locked…read moreeven though the opening hours were 11am to 7pm. We wanted takeouts!

Turkey club sandwich

Breakfast menu

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Bight and sunny dining area

Wong's Bras d'Or House Restaurant

2.8(5 reviews)

0.3 km

Wongs has been closed for several years, not sure why it is still listed here, this is misleading…read moreto visitors. I reeeaaaalllllyyyy miss it. Great food and good people...I wish they were still here.

This is a great little Chinese restaurant with a good selection of food…read more We are in town for a little break and my wife asked someone local where they ate and they recommended here Not only is the food great the staff are the best I've run into. Although this seems to be local type of people anyway you could not met better people

I got the chicken fried rice and two dishes with an egg roll on the side

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Menu

Tom's Pizza

4.4(39 reviews)

0.4 km

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Tom's Pizza is a charming little place that offers both indoor and outdoor seating for when you…read morewant to take in the fresh air. The person on the front counter was patient and helpful as my wife and I tried to decide what to get (so much of the menu sounded delicious). We each had a slice of cheese as we wait for the garlic fingers we ordered. The slice was great on its own, but the garlic fingers were absolutely astounding. Essentially cheesy garlic bread topped with bacon served along side a garlic butter dip. My only complaint is that we didn't order a larger size!

There are not a lot of options in the area during the off season ( end of February) but Tom's Pizza…read moreis well worth the visit. The service staff are all super friendly. The place is just filled with happiness and joy and it stems from the staff that is fully visible to all patrons. Everyone working here looks happy and spears to live their job. The atmosphere brought my spirits up just being there. I ordered the 14" combination. There were plenty of toppings and sauce. The cheese tasted like real cheese not some fake stuff like some places use. The inside of the restaurant is small but not cramped. There is a lot of traffic because there are a lot of takeout orders being picked up. They also sell pizza by the slice which is a good way to try different pizzas without ordering a whole one. If you're craving pizza and you're in the area of Baddeck - I highly suggest Tom's Pizza!!

Front window

14" Combination

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Store front

McCurdy's Dining Room

2.6(8 reviews)

1.2 km

Food was overpriced and not that great. Was told reservations were required but every time we ate…read morethere, both breakfast and dinner, dining room was empty.

Enjoyed a family dinner. The service was slow but they were quite busy. We had some very…read moreinteresting meals. Imagine, a cheeseburger with Brie cheese. That's what my youngest son had and he enjoyed it. For appetizers, we had Thai nachos and mussels with Thai seasoning. We had plenty of fresh lobsters and mussels.

McCurdy's Dining Room -Baddeck's best panoramic view

McCurdy's

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Seafood Pasta

Bean There Cafe

4.3(31 reviews)

0.2 km

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Excellent service and ambiance. Great lattes and coffees. Their food is fresh and well prepared.read more

Super tiny place and one of the only coffee shops in town - and on the island. Everything is…read morecrammed into a room smaller than a doctor's waiting room. Watched one of the ladies finish a load of dishes while my drinks were being made right behind her. Quality is great. Above average coffees and a delicious breakfast sandwich. The shop could use with some reorganization and a few frills (currently, they feature notably overpriced paintings by someone whom I presume to be a local artist), but it's great as a grab-n-go coffee joint as long as you don't put emphasis on the 'go' part. Absolutely love the name, too. Location: 3* Convenience: 3* Service: 3* Product/quality: 4* Aesthetics: 2*

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Jay L.

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4 years ago

Do you like your over priced over cooked food served with a hefty portion of bi**hy attitude and smugness? Do you enjoy being served by wait staff who make you feel like you are the bane of their greater than thou existence? Done with using cutlery and napkins while you dine? Well look no further because you have arrived at your destination. Seriously, this wait staff was some of the worst I have ever experienced. The level of attitude and sheer bit***ness was off the chart, no hiding it here folks, they do not want your business. The hostess was the only pleasant one and she was about as sharp as a cod fish, as when we were called to be seated she looked at us like she had never seen us before, she had literally put our names on the waiting list 10 minutes prior and we even had brief conversation. Go to the Cable Room or Lynnwood instead, super nice staff and the food was great. read more

Silvana B.

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4

2

7 years ago

Excellent food, great atmosphere, nice location and friendly server. Would definitely recommend.

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