Diners' Choice: Seafood restaurants in Atlantic Canada

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Updated 05 November 2026

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Beach Pea Kitchen & Bar

4.9

4.9 (1233)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Lunenburg

About the restaurant

Let the Beach Pea’s team of talented chefs prepare a delicious meal for you. With diverse specialties, ranging from French cuisine to traditional Italian pasta, the combined experience of this kitchen produces delicious, elegant dishes with a focus on fresh Nova Scotia seafood.

We accept reservations for dinner service, but if our dining room and patio are full, you are welcome to have a refreshing drink at the breezy bar while you wait to be seated.

Please note that we hold reservations for a maximum of 15 minutes.
We are happy to accommodate parties of 1-8 guests in our intimate space.

Top review

ANDREW

Dined 3 days ago

Great food, great service! They even gave us a little bit of bubbly on the house as it was my wife's 50th birthday - a very nice bonus for the evening. Highly recommend this little gem if you're in Lunenburg.

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Popular dish

BEACH PEA CAESAR SALAD

Popular dish

SCALLOPS

Popular dish

SCALLOP & RABBIT RISOTTO

Clam Diggers Beach House and Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (863)

CAN$30 and under

Seafood

Cardigan

About the restaurant

Located on the waterfront in Cardigan, the restaurant boasts some of the finest seafood on PEI, an oceanside deck and menu that features a variety of local Island fare. Prepared in the classical eastern PEI tradition and served in one of the most spectacular waterfront locations on Prince Edward Island. A must-have dining experience while visiting the Island.

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Randy

Dined on 30 Oct 2026

It is a great spot to eat. Good food good service.

The Merchantman Fresh Seafood & Oyster Bar

4.6

4.6 (272)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Charlottetown

About the restaurant

The Merchantman Pub in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island is located on the corner of Queen and Water Street right near the waterfront. This restaurant is newly renovated and offers a dazzling display of great menu items, along with a welcoming and friendly team of staff. The Merchantman Pub is open for both lunch and dinner and offers a casual and fun environment no matter when you decide to dine. Seafood lovers will be very happy with the menu here, with options such as steamed island mussels, seafood cakes and seafood chowder for appetizers. For an entrée at The Merchantman Pub, enjoy a lobster dinner with melted butter and lemon or try the seared scallops with maple slaw, balsamic glaze and local alfalfa sprouts.

Top review

ElissaGold

Dined 2 days ago

Hospitality here is off the charts; Devan served us and they were amazing. The two of us tucked into the seafood boil and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Fresh and delicious!

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4.6

4.6 (42)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Baddeck

About the restaurant

At Inverary Resort’s Lakeside Restaurant, we offer a stunning location with waterside patio!

Fresh local ingredients, including Nova Scotia’s amazing seafood, take center stage on our menu and are complimented by local and imported wines, thoughtfully mixed cocktails and local craft beers.

Our roaring bonfire is the perfect conclusion to any Nova Scotia evening.

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Anne-MarieGold

Dined on 13 Oct 2026

We really enjoyed our meal! Very friendly service. Great soup and spinach salad and delicious burgers. Highly recommend

The Five Fishermen

4.6

4.6 (3675)

CAN$51 and over

Seafood

Halifax

About the restaurant

Join us at Five Fishermen restaurant in Downtown Halifax and let the personalized service and warm contemporary ambiance, set the tone for an exceptional dining experience

The Five Fishermen is an iconic Halifax seafood restaurant operating for over 50 years. It is an upscale casual environment that is modern and sophisticated with decades of history. The Five Fishermen menus
feature some of the best seafood in Canada with a focus on local farms and fisheries.

****FOR PARTIES OF 10 PEOPLE OR MORE PLEASE EMAIL Fivefishermen@graftonconnor.com***

Top review

Kevin Anthony

Dined 1 day ago

Overall a great experience. Recently moved here and saw the reviews, highly recommend.

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4.6

4.6 (1079)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Halifax

About the restaurant

Located on the beautiful Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, Sea Smoke Restaurant & Bar happily boasts one of the best views in the city.

Food prepared with precision is served by a friendly & proud service team.
Incredible cocktails are created seasonally by an experienced bar team with something to satisfy any craving. A tailored wine list features many varietals by the glass and special offerings by the bottle.

Looking for a place to impress that special someone? Look no further! We also offer take-out & offsite catering.

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Joel

Dined on 28 Oct 2026

I made reservations on Open Table but the restaurant greeter seemed a bit confused when we arrived. After a brief wait they found us a table. Service was quick. Really quick, like they wanted to move us through. Started with a cocktail and appys and main course arrived before we could order a glass of wine. They were able to advise and accommodate us for menu selections in regards to my wife's food allergies. Appetizers and main course were fresh seafood and beautifully prepared. The Sea Smoke cocktail was delicious.

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4.5

4.5 (123)

CAN$30 and under

Seafood

Mahone Bay

About the restaurant

The Seaside Shanty is a laid-back, oceanfront restaurant nestled in the heart of Chester Basin, Nova Scotia. It's been a pillar in the community for over forty years, providing guests with the best that our coastal waters have to offer.

Our commitment to local ingredients - from the food on your plate to the beverages in your glass - means every visit supports Nova Scotia producers. Whether you’re here for the food, the view or the warm hospitality, we’re proud to offer an unforgettable oceanside dining experience.

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Tania

Dined 3 days ago

The food and service is always amazing! The lobster sandwich is the best in the province!!

The Cable Wharf

4.5

4.5 (124)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Halifax

About the restaurant

Nestled on the edge of a picturesque Halifax wharf, the Cable Wharf offers incredible seaside views and a sophisticated atmosphere. Boasting bright natural light, tranquil harbour views all around, and a fish market where you can hand-pick fresh seafood. Our menu includes oysters, whole fish, and other seafood delights, carefully selected and prepared to showcase the best of what Nova Scotia has to offer. Let us treat you to a dining experience like no other, surrounded by the beauty and essence of the Halifax waterfront.

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joan

Dined on 8 Oct 2026

Our overall experience was amazing. The food, ambience and our waitress was top notch. The oysters were fresh and very tasty. We had the peach and arugula salad that was light, tasty and refreshing which paired well with our meals. The fresh catch of the day was perfectly done and the presentation was brilliant! The fish was the red snapper stew cooked in tomotoes, olives, capers and clams! So tasty I’d love to have that recipe! Overall it was a 10/10.

Sou'Wester Gift & Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (144)

CAN$30 and under

Seafood

Halifax

About the restaurant

The Sou'Wester Restaurant and Gift Shop began in 1967 as a small five table tearoom at the side of a house at its present location. It has been expanded over the last five decades to a 180-seat restaurant offering traditional Maritime and seafood dishes, and a two-level gift shop with one of the Maritimes largest selections of giftware. Today, more than 50 years later, The Sou'Wester is still run by the family of its founder, Jack Campbell.

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Katie

Dined on 17 Sept 2026

Great place to eat at Peggy’s Cove! Amazing service and delicious food. Great overall experience!

SHUCK Seafood + Raw Bar

4.4

4.4 (766)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Seafood

Halifax

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Donna

Dined on 30 Oct 2026

Fabulous oysters, fabulous happy hour deal and finally fabulous service.

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