Welcome to the Halifax Waterfront
Sparkling water, a thriving downtown business core, a working port and harbour traffic combine to make the Halifax waterfront both a picturesque destination – and one of Nova Scotia’s most visited locations.
With the sparkling ocean and a working port as a backdrop, it’s no wonder that the Halifax waterfront is home to countless large and smaller world-class events each year. From walk-a-thons, to Nocturne, the world-renowned Busker Festival to International Tall Ships visits, Halifax is a vibrant event city.
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LIVE WEBCAM Dining on the Halifax Waterfront
Murphy’s the Cable Wharf
Murphy’s The Cable Wharf is the largest Tour Boat and Restaurant Operator in Halifax. We combine nightlife, nature tours, sightseeing, fine dining, tours of historic Halifax and much more. We are home to the Harbour Hopper, the Tall Ship Mar, Whale Watching tours, Theodore Tugboat, and the Harbour Queen, just to name a few. Visit our Gift Shop or dine in Murphy’s Restaurant while enjoying an unparalleled view of the harbour.
Waterfront Warehouse and Tug’s Pub
Simply sensational seafood. Come and experience the richness of Nova Scotia’s maritime tradition in a relaxed, warm restaurant atmosphere. Located on the historic Halifax waterfront, Waterfront Warehouse blends fine dining with a view of Halifax Harbour. Select your own lobster or crab from our tanks; enjoy a selection of oysters from our Oyster Menu or savour the mouth-watering flavours of our Seafood Bouillabaisse and Cedar Planked Salmon. Stay toasty by the giant fireplace in the winter or enjoy the sunny deck in the summer as you watch the ships go by.
Bishop’s Landing
Nestled along the picturesque and historic waterfront in Halifax’s downtown, The Piazza at Bishop’s Landing includes a wonderful variety of boutique shops, exceptional dining and unique services to meet your every need.
Bayside Buggy
Bayside Buggy remains a tasty staple on Lower Water Street serving up fresh fish dishes and other treats.
Queen’s Landing Seasonal Kiosks
Black Bear Ice Cream
A popular and tasty local business owned by Gerald and Roberta Morrison, with a focus on many flavours of good old-fashioned ice cream and other products made from the highest quality natural ingredients. The Morrison’s also service many local hotels and restaurants and can be found at the weekend Dartmouth Harbourview market.
Established in 2000, their staples of homemade gourmet ice cream and gelato utilize local ingredients like Oxford blueberries, and maple syrup from Sugar Moon Farms; unique flavours for unique tastes in Nova Scotia. The ice cream is made at Historic Properties and their signature ice cream is Black Bear — made with all the ingredients a bear might find in the forest from chocolate swirls (representing trees) to berries.
Savour hand-mixed, organic ice cream and treats. All made with natural ingredients meaning lots of mouth-watering choices. Drop by and enjoy a refreshing cone…or two.
Waterfront Pizza & Wraps
Josh Robinson is no stranger to the Halifax waterfront, having operated The Sugar Shack for the past three years, which he started as a freshman in university. His business partner in this latest venture is one of his professors, Kevin Doucette. Towards the end of his course, Josh asked if he was willing to be his business mentor for the Canadian Youth Business Foundation Program; an organization which provides pre-launch coaching, business resources, start-up financing, and mentoring for youth to start up a small business.
Waterfront Pizza and Wraps can feed a family of four, with pizza, wraps, and/or salads in under 5 minutes and provide a full restaurant offering out of a 15 foot x 15 foot kiosk.
Fast, fresh and made to order pizzas, wraps, and salads. Whether a waterfront visit with friends or family, or lunch with co-workers, Waterfront Pizza & Wraps provides healthy alternatives.
BeaverTails
BeaverTails are a delicious and unique pastry that is truly Canadian. On his first Canadian visit, President Barack Obama took time during his 6 hour visit in Ottawa to buy a BeaverTail in the Byward Market in the nation’s capital.
BeaverTails were also featured at the Olympics this year as being one of the favourite treats among many who attended and participated in the Olympics.
Enjoy one of Canada’s favourite delicacies, served piping hot and topped with butter and your choice of delectable flavours. Or try a real fruit organic smoothie.
The Battered Fish
The Battered Fish is owned and operated by two ambitious young men, both born and raised in Nova Scotia. With over 25 years experience in the hospitality industry, they complement each other by combining backgrounds covering all key areas in business and the hospitality industry. Ryan and Jason have worked together for over four years managing various bars/restaurant; and most recently, have combined their experience in their own business venture.
Created in 2009, The Battered Fish is the next generation in take-out and mobile vending offering a superior product while being an ecologically conscious company.
Get hooked at the Battered Fish.
For more information on entertainment in Halifax, visit www.downtownhalifax.ca.