Best Casual Restaurants in Bedford, Atlantic Canada

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1. Salt & Ash - Halifax

4.6

Exceptional(1467)

$$$$

• Canadian • Halifax

Booked 79 times today

A warm, relaxed and feel-good retreat where friends come to gather over crackling fire, delicious food and cold beer, Salt + Ash represents a new wave of Nova Scotia dining. With a focus on live-fire cooking, its approachable menu of unique shared snacks, wood-fired pizzas, hearty meat and seafood, and East Coast family-style favourites is both inviting and laid-back, while its idyllic waterfront setting offers uninterrupted harbour views.

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2. The Canteen on Portland

4.8

Exceptional(3741)

$$$$

• Farm-to-table • Dartmouth

Booked 45 times today

The Canteen is a full-service neighbourhood restaurant in Downtown Dartmouth, serving up chef-inspired seasonal fare for lunch, brunch and dinner. At the helm in the kitchen is award-winning chef and co-owner Renee Lavallee. Her seasonal menus are influenced by classic French, Italian and traditional Nova Scotian cuisine – with a little bit of Renée’s magic thrown in. Signature items include The Canteen Burger, The Crobster Roll, Seafood Chowder and more.

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3. The Gahan House - Halifax

4.6

Exceptional(194)

$$$$

• Pub • Halifax

Booked 14 times today

With a total of five locations across Atlantic Canada, Gahan House has become an East Coast staple dedicated to creating memorable experiences. We get our name from John Gahan, a prominent merchant and importer of wines, teas, and groceries on Prince Edward Island in the 19th century. His former place of residence is now the location of the original Gahan House in Charlottetown, P.E. To share our award-winning ales with more of Atlantic Canada, we opened our doors and our taps in Halifax, N.S., Fredericton, Saint John, and Moncton, N.BWe began as a brewpub, and we stay true to our beginnings by having a brew system in-house, ensuring that the beer we serve is as fresh as possible. With a delicious menu, handcrafted ales, and fresh East Coast oysters in our welcoming Gahan atmosphere, we hope you feel right at home.

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4. Agricola Street Brasserie

4.5

Awesome(961)

$$$$

• French • Halifax

Booked 12 times today

The Brasserie has become synonymous with the North End of Halifax, the region’s most vibrant food destination, serving locally sourced product in an iconic neighborhood.French inspired food in a stylish and vibrant atmosphere, the Brasserie (est. 2013) focuses on sustainable seafood & ambitious sophisticated cooking where all breads, jams, sauces and desserts are made in house. Sit on the butcher block bar and enjoy a glass of wine after work, a bar snack, or a full menu during dinner hours. The exposed brick lounge offers a cozy nook for quiet conversation. Further inside the Brasserie is an open kitchen where one can sit at the counter and enjoy the inner workings of the Brasserie culinary operation. Our lively upstairs patio seats 50 and is open during the sunny summer months for cocktails & cuisine.We welcome you for Brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11:30- 2:30 with a snack menu between 2:30-4pm and we are open 7 days a week, 4pm to close.

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5. Lot Six Bar & Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(737)

$$$$

• Canadian • Halifax

Booked 2 times today

Please note: *This restaurant is 19+ or must be accompanied by a guardian* At Lot Six, our cocktails, food, wine and beer leave a lasting impression. That's because we source only the best ingredients. We're always on the hunt for the most quality and unique products and the our staff not only keep up with techniques but are leaders in their field behind the bar and in the kitchen. While inspired by the flavours of the world, we're even prouder of what we have in our own backyard. Our abundant local pantry along with the influence of foreign cultures matched with our eagerness to entertain and education is the backbone of what we strive to offer our friends and guests.

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6. 2 Doors Down Food & Wine Dartmouth

4.8

Exceptional(97)

$$$$

• Farm-to-table • Halifax

Booked 13 times today

At 2 Doors Down, we believe the perfect dining experience goes beyond just delicious food.That’s why we have mastered the art of creating a relaxed atmosphere combined with attentive service. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every guest feels right at home, making your visit a memorable one.Established in 2013 in Halifax and later expanded to Dartmouth in 2019, we have quickly earned the reputation of being “your neighborhood restaurant in the hearts of downtown Halifax & Dartmouth Crossing”.We work closely with local farmers and suppliers to ensure that every ingredient we use is of the highest quality. From farm to table, we strive to create a unique dining experience that honours the flavours and traditions of Nova Scotia.

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7. SHUCK Seafood + Raw Bar

4.6

Exceptional(703)

$$$$

• Seafood • Halifax

Booked 19 times today

It’s obvious we’re all about oysters (they’re chilling on ice as soon as you walk in), but one look at our menu and you’ll see that Shuck is so much more.Our raw bar features the freshest fish and shellfish with inventive flavors designed to complement, never cover up. Our snacks, sides, and starters are perfect for sharing, and our mains elevate favourite classics from down home to down right delicious.Warm wood paneling and eclectic glasswork create an atmosphere that captures the spirit of Maritime living. There’s no red carpet here, but we have laid out the best in paper over our tablecloths so you can get to slurping, sharing, and savoring. Join us for lunch in a jiffy, or hang around for a while over dinner for an experience that’s modern, authentic, and unabashedly East Coast.

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8. Moxies - Nova Centre

4.7

Exceptional(100)

$$$$

• Contemporary Canadian • Halifax

Booked 4 times today

Located at the heart of the city, the Nova Centre restaurant is a premium eatery with contemporary and modern fixtures and interior design.

9. The Ostrich Club

4.9

Exceptional(891)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • Halifax

Booked 8 times today

The Ostrich Club is all about quality over quantity. Simple food with big flavours. Natural wines. Thoughtful cocktails. Warm and inviting service. Please have a look at our menus though please note that the regular menus may not be entirely current as there may be a delay from open table in re-posting the most up-to-date ones. See our website for current menus. We hope to welcome you soon! #livefastdieyum

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10. Lou pécou pizzeria

4.7

Exceptional(393)

$$$$

• Pizzeria • Halifax

Booked 20 times today

In Provence, a region in southeastern France, “Lou Pécou” is the term for the peduncle, or stalk, that holds a cluster of fruit. Our grandparents taught us that when in the kitchen, you must start with the freshest and finest of ingredients. They had a unique way of feeling and picking lou pécou, to know if the fruit and vegetable is local, ripe, and fresh. We look forward to passing you these traditions and learnings through our pizzas.At Lou Pécou, you will find exclusive finely curated dishes with a Provençal touch, a wide range of organic and biodynamic wines, signature cocktails, house-made desserts, and much more!

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Mary
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food, service and cozy seating for eight were all GREAT!!
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The Gahan House - Halifax$$$$• Pub• Halifax
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4.6
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Brianna
Atlantic Canada •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful time spent for a friend's birthday! Staff are super friendly and the food is absolutely to die for! Have been here before several times and it is never a disappointment. Look forward to more meals here.
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The Canteen on Portland$$$$• Farm-to-table• Dartmouth
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4.8
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JamesGold
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall, another great experience at the Salt & Ash. Since our last visit, the menu has changed and slightly more limited. Our server Willow was fantastic and made us very welcome and looked after us throughout our visit. We will be back! Thanks! James HS
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Salt & Ash - Halifax$$$$• Canadian• Halifax
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4.6
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Michelle
Atlantic Canada •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The mussels had the best creamy sauce I have ever tasted! The shrimp pasta was quite good. Just not a 5/5 but I would order it again. My friend’s French fries that came with her burger were amazing! Another friend had the trout! (Fresh fish of the day). He said it was superb!
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Agricola Street Brasserie$$$$• French• Halifax
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4.5
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Blair
Atlantic Canada •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2026
Very good food. Our server Brea ( I think) was outstanding
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Lot Six Bar & Restaurant$$$$• Canadian• Halifax
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4.1

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