Being a port city, Halifax has an absolutely wonderful waterfront scene. From the Halifax Seaport Farmers Market to the boardwalk, we've got lots to offer everyone. Especially when it comes to food. A handful of Halifax's best restaurants in the city can be found down by the water.
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One of the things that set these restaurants apart from any other, is a view of the waterfront. We've come up with a list of these restaurants with amazing views for you to enjoy with your meal.
The Bicycle Thief // 1475 Lower Water Street
One of the best places to enjoy dinner on the waterfront, The Bicycle Thief has a wonderful atmosphere that's perfect next to the waterfront. Enjoying dinner on their patio and watching the sun go down makes for a practically perfect evening.
Ristorante a Mano // 1477 Lower Water Street
A wonderful place to spend an afternoon by the water with a charcuterie board and some wine.
Salty's // 1877 Upper Water Street
The perfect place to grab some seafood along the waterfront! Having both casual and fine dining restaurants, Salty's is a great place to go for any occasion, especially if you're craving seafood.
Murphy's the Cable Wharf // 1751 Lower Water Street
The perfect place to bring a visitor from out of town for lunch, Murphy's has a great view of the water and has an awesome atmosphere. Not to mention their gift shop is a good place to find some goodies!
Hamachi Steakhouse // 1477 Lower Water Street
An awesome place to grab a different type of seafood...Sushi! Hamachi House has a massive menu filled with tons of options, great service, and entertainment while you wait for your meal!
Stayner's Wharf Pub and Grill // 1781 Upper Water Street
With a view of the Original Clock Tower and sometimes Theodore Too, Stayner's Wharf is a great place to stop for lunch.
The Lower Deck // 1887 Upper Water Street
With a great little patio, lots of drink options and delicious food, The Lower Deck is one of the best places to stop along the waterfront in Halifax.
Stubborn Goat Beer Garden // Summit Plaza
An awesome place to spend an afternoon of drinking, paired with delicious menu items! Head on down to check out their new menu items for 2017!
Trapeze // 1983 Upper Water Street
Tucked away in Casino Nova Scotia, Trapeze is a great place to stop for a bite to eat. With great drinks and a great menu, it's the perfect place to grab a late lunch along the waterfront.
Gahan House // 1869 Upper Water Street
With a wide selection of local beer, with an amazing menu with options catering to anyone's needs, Gahan House is a great place with a wicked harbourfront view.
Aidan Goulding, 23, is shown in an undated handout photo alongside his mother Sonia Monk and brother Wylder Goulding. Goulding was one of four Canadian Armed Forces members who was killed in an out of control grass fire during a training exercise at CFB Wainwright Saturday night.
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Pte. Hayden Lykkemark, from 3rd Battalion Princess Patriciaâs Canadian Light Infantry based at Edmonton, is shown in an undated handout photo published to social media. Lykkemark died during a training exercise at CFB Wainwright on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026.
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Sgt. Morgan Wong, 26, is shown in an undated handout photo. Wong was one of four Canadian Armed Forces members who was killed in an out of control grass fire during a training exercise at CFB Wainwright Saturday night.
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