Leave the big Sou'western restaurant at the top of the hill for uniformed tourists to waste their…read moremoney on. This little place here is the best secret. The fish is fresh, fried perfectly. The fries are the kind of fries angels would make if they ate fries. The service is charming. And lightning fast too. Seriously though, this is the fish and chips you hope to find when traveling Nova Scotia. Cheap too.

This is a local fish & chip stand that uses local haddock and makes their own fries. Price is too…read morecheap for what you get. A must visit when out Peggy's Cove area.

Such great seafood! Scallops, seafood chowder, fish n chips! All exceptional. Great service…read more Amazing views!

Lobster and beer, enough said. Lobster in Nova Scotia is a must and if you're on the way to Peggy's…read moreCove, I definitely recommend a stop here for lobster! Since this comes up before the more busy part of Peggy's cove there's a bit less traffic with easier parking and a chance at getting a table. The views are great as you get waterside dining, but the real star of the show is the lobster! And I recommend getting the reasonably priced special that comes with a beer. We were also able to switch out our side with the seafood chowder which came with even more lobster! What makes the lobster so good here is they serve female lobsters that are rich with delicious, flavorful roe when it's in season. I went here with my family and all of our lobsters were packed with the good stuff. Safe to say our bellies were stuffed full of delicious seafood before we went off to hike away the calories at Peggy's Cove. The staff were friendly and attentive and we had a great time enjoying lobsters seaside. Definitely make the stop to grab some lobster if you're in the area!

This restaurant near the lighthouse was fantastic. I ordered the fish and chips here and they use…read moreHalibut instead of cod, so that was a nice change to the usual. It was perfectly crispy, and flavorful. It came with fried that were just as good. The rest of the table had a variety of dishes, and all were happy and satisfied. If you visit Peggy's cove, I feel like this restaurant is a must. The server was kind, quick, and accommodating. Happy we had her. The restaurant was decently busy on a Thursday afternoon.

This was such an enjoyable lunch with friends and family. We were walking around the gift shop and…read moredecided to stop by the restaurant to try their food. Our waitress was very nice and attentive, and once we placed our orders, the food came out pretty quickly. The food was good, but my favorite part of the experience was definitely the beautiful view of the lighthouse. It made the whole lunch feel even more special and relaxing.

Our group had visited Peggy's cove and the lighthouse and anyplace to eat there was extremely busy…read more We started driving out of town and noticed Cafe l Acadie and were really glad we did. We like to try new foods and we don't always like them, but the adventure is in exploring new food cultures. The food here was really good! Some folks that tried the Rappie pie or bites weren't enthused about them but glad they tried. It's one of those acquired tastes I assume. I had the meat pie and really enjoyed it. Those that had fish and chips said they were really good.

What is Acadian food? Well, for us it was fish cakes, meat pie, and rappie bites. Most of the menu…read morewas Acadian, as identified by a French flag next to the item. If those don't appeal , there are a small number of standards like fish&chips, lobster roll, and poutine. My l'Acadie Fishcakes were made from salt fish (cod?) from Nova Scotia, expertly pan-fried. The portion was reasonable - though they were so good I could have eaten a third. They were served without a sauce (not needed), accompanied by house-made baked beans and marinated carrots. The sides were no afterthought either; the red beans were baked (not overbaked) in a flavorful sauce, and the carrots, thinly sliced, were sweet and tangy. The wife got the l'Acadie Meat Pie: a 1/4 portion of a round pie. The filling was the shredded meat, a blend of chicken, beef, and pork (!), seasoned with garlic and spices. This was inside what was described as a biscuit crust. Overall this was very good, not heavy like a meat pie can be, and not dry - but if you find it so there is the au jus gravy on the side. We didn't find it necessary. This pie was served with an excellent Caesar Salad. We split an order of Rappie Bites, which is a way to experience rappie pie in appetizer form. A filling made from grated potatoes and ground chicken, formed into golf-sized balls and deep fried. Interesting. I was expecting a firmer texture like a hush puppy which they resembled but the filling in these were soft and contained by the slightly crispy crust (of bread crumbs?) Unlike the bites which are always available, the pie is a specialty, available only on Sunday, and advance reservations are recommended to guarantee you can get it. I haven't had it in pie form and would maybe try it, but the meat pie was so good I might end up getting that again instead. I had a local cider to drink. Several local craft beers were available as well as wine. I don't remember if liquor was available. There were several desserts but we didn't try them. The only one specifically identified as Acadian was the Pouding Chômeur, described as a dumpling-like cake batter which caramelizes when baked, in a homemade maple sauce. Also ginger molasses cake, maple bread pudding, apple crisp, and strawberry shortcake - with the biscuits made in-house. As I am writing this they all sound so good I wish we had tried one - or more!

5/5 fish: fresh haddock, tastes like in Britain 4/5 fries: I…read morethink they are from frozen, but they are the good kind with the skin still on 2/5 cole slaw: commercial crap you can taste the potassium sorbate.

Not sure what the previous reviews were expecting but highly recommend this small family run…read moreestablishment. The fish and chips were legit, made from fresh caught haddock, best we've had in Canada! Poutine was perfect, lobster roll was okay, and the local beer/cider options were great! The folks cooking were the nicest and Murray stopped by our table and introduced himself as the owner, thanking us profusely for supporting his family. I would definitely stop there again!

What a terrific lunch at such a unique spot. That BIG Purple…read moreHouse on your left before you get to the lighthouse is worth a second glance. The colour catches you, but the Bistro will keep you. OMH what a good spot. We were up for Fish & Chips, done as Halibut and yummy crusted fries. Served with a house tartar. Hubby decided on the Sliders with pickles and a side of onion rings.. and a mustardy onion sauce. We smorged through these gems and then Janet got us! She slid that sweets menu right in there and had us ! We are not cheese cake fans, but the words Cheesecake Parfait-ish took us to task. It would be our changing of minds. It was dead on perfection. OH I should have brought one home. A delectible sweet with a graham crust, custardy filling , topped with cranberry/blueberry compote, and lime shreds. I am in love. More more! We will be back! and highly recommend the newest addition to that eye catching purple place! Go. You will not be disappointed. I am so very glad they decided to open this wonderful spot in June....It is sure to be 'the' table of record out at Peggys Cove... The treasures of Peggys Cove are not always the light house and views. Many times it is right there waiting for you to find it. Dressed in Purple! Happy dining.......... And DO NOT miss that great little shop attached. Found my first Ski Mouse Cracker of 2020!!! and of course some fudge for later.......

We paid $25 for a reservation. Face verified same day for time. Arrived early. Restaurant…read moreclosed. No call to us at all. Never in 40 years of dining has been so dismissive and disrespectful. "OH, you must not be on the right time zone" like we've traveled internationally for 40 years. They may be great or maybe they are what they are to us. No shows.

Excellent choice for lobster and fish & chips in Lunenburg. The place was very bustling with…read morecustomers. There are umbrella tables next to the restaurant and adjacent to a busy oyster bar. Pro tip: there is an additional dining area down the stairs inside the restaurant. There are several tables there and a beautiful view of the harbor. I highly recommend that particular spot. You pay in the front and watch them select and then weigh your lucky lobster. Service was excellent and super friendly.

Delicious friend clams!! We easily ordered at the counter and then found a wonderful table looking…read moreout over the water. It was a bit windy but such a cool spot to enjoy the day.

If you are close by, I suggest you stop. A really cosy restaurant and bar with a fantastic menu…read morefull of all the hits. Lobster roll, fish tacos, burgers and salads. Everything was amazing. Highlights were to lobster roll on fresh baked bread and the fish tacos. The chef is creative and meticulous with ingredients. To top it all off the service was warm and welcoming.

Was highly recommended by many, so we had to try it out on our way back from Peggy's Cove. It did…read morenot disappoint! I ordered the lobster roll and it was delish!!! Loved it! The server was friendly and helpful. We sat on the patio. It was a bit chilly but they have fleece blankets for the guests, so that was nice. Very charming building.

During our visit a few months back to Halifax, we tried Freddie's Fish House…read more Honestly, we were blown away by the freshness and flavorful nature of every dish we ordered. Although I had the lobster roll, their fish and chips were an absolute standout-- easily the best I've ever had. The experience was so delightful that I'd happily make the trip from Toronto just to savor their exceptional dishes again. In addition to the food being great, the staff were super friendly and made us feel like we were at home. The ambiance truly gives off small town vibes which I really liked!

Nice fish and chips. Huge fish portion. Hand cut fries. Digby scallops were great. Prices…read morereasonable for the quality. Only negative, the air quality inside is awful as they are not running the vent hood fans properly. Your clothes and hair will stink like fry grease if you eat here.

I LOVE this place! I have been going here since I was just 2 years old. 18 years later and it is…read morestill the best fish and chip spot in town. It should be noted the place only accepts cash as payment, no debit, credit or any other form of payment... otherwise I have no complaints.

1st time there and brought friends from away. Won't be going back.....the man who took my order…read moreneeds a personality check. If you are that miserable maybe you should just cook at home.