32 Best Pubs in Halifax

“Great atmosphere, great food and service. I would come back for sure.“

“Service was prompt and server was helpful with accommodating dietary restrictions. Beautiful outdoor seating with street view.

Started with the calimari, followed by the fish and chips. Never had horseradish in tartar sauce before - but it worked! Everything was delicious. Keep doing what you're doing. You've really got something going there.“

“fantastic food service is great“

“Stopped in with hubby and the doggies for lunch. Was thrilled we could have the dogs with us at the table on the patio and that there were water bowls provided. Service was a little slow and unfortunately our order got lost and it took a while to get our food. Kitchen tried to rush the meal to make up for the delay and our spinach dip was still cold in the middle. Overall the food was good and I would return to try the food again.“

“Jason was a great server and his recommendations were perfect.“

“A little disappointed in this place. There’s a guy across the street cursing out people while we ate outside. The staff asked me not to call the Police and are not willing to do anything. I posted a pic of the guy that will ruin your outdoor experience at this place.“

“Love this place everything is amazing, staff is knowledgeable and nice, ambulance is great, food is terrific and I'm addicted to the muscles with a spicy cilantro sauce. So good! 5 stars. I been here several times always a great experience“

“This is out favourite place in the city! Greta atmosphere, kind staff, and amazing food. Never had a bad meal here. Can highly recommend everything from the chicken wings, fish & chips, brussels sprouts (best item on the menu), beef dip, bangers and mash... even the salad is fantastic!!“

“The OG sandwich is great! some great music“

“The best! Such a rad venue!“

“Was in Halifax last night for a concert . I am at the airport about to fly back home this morning . I didn’t know anyone in Halifax , I just came here to see my favourite band , and I just happened upon the Loose Cannon and wandered in before the show . Matt the bartender , I think his friends who were at the bar called him Chissy , was amazing . Great guy. He made my night before the show , as I was all alone. He introduced me to some regulars who were going to the show at the bar , who were awesome people. I was chatting with them about music for about an hour pre show . He was the reason I came back after, this time with some ppl I had met there at the concert . I have never felt compelled to leave a review about a place before , but I felt like this guy deserved the kudos . He was really busy when we came back, but was still incredibly nice and hospitable to us . I will be back for sure on my next visit .“

“If you're heading to a concert at Scotiabank Arena, you can't ask for a better location.

Despite how busy this place is, service is excellent. They have separate servers for drinks and food - I think this plays a big part in how quickly they can serve.

The food was excellent. Classic pub fare. I opted for the club, and the wife had chicken tenders. Both were great.“

“5 Star rating! ❤️ The BEST! ❤️“

“I could not be more thankful for the staff at the lower deck. While shooting an event, my bag was stolen and not only did the event coordinator help me sort things out on the camera, but Mike the bouncer actually FOUND my backpack AND all of my gear (minus bank cards) in a nearby lot!! I could not be more grateful for the AMAZING staff who not only kept me calm, but no joke, FOUND ALL OF MY GEAR AND SAVED THE DAY!!! Mike, Steph, and Laura seriously deserve an award for how above and beyond they went last night. 10/10, thank you does not say enough“

“The Lion’s Head is one of my go-to spots in the North End when I want a chill, friendly vibe. The rooftop patio is the real star — perfect for soaking up the sun.

Service is always quick and friendly, even when it’s busy, and having lots of free parking nearby makes it an easy choice. It’s also a great spot for larger groups — plenty of space and a lively atmosphere without feeling cramped.

Food-wise, it’s mostly solid with the occasional standout. The sweet potato fries, burger, salad, mac and cheese, and a chicken wrap with soup I tried once as a feature were all great. The wings were just okay — not bad, but not a must-order for me.

All in all, a fun neighborhood pub with a killer patio, reliable food, and staff who make you feel welcome.“

“Great food and service! Loved the live music 🎵“

“Wonderful Blues House hosting Morgan Davis! Mom and Son night out! Great atmosphere, greater music!“

“amazing food, beer and service. highly recommended.“

“Jenny’s pub is the place you want to be!“

“Come here if you are looking for a zero judgment kind of night. I almost only go on Thursday for karaoke but occasionally in the evening for a game of pool with friends. The people who sing karaoke range greatly from really good to really bad but it is all about the spirit. The food is not what I write home about also the beer on tap has not been very good in the past. Now I just buy bottled beer here and I am happy. It can get pretty packed on Thursday night when the students are in town but this is fun because they are still a good crowd and also love singing and dancing along with karaoke. As someone else said this is a Prime dive bar and I wouldn’t come with expectations other than to expect they serve beer and a great time relies on your attitude when you walk down the stairs.“

“Had a good time here server was awsome took care of a big party of us. Had the fisherman's breakfast. Fishcakes smothered in an eggs bennidict and hollandaise sauce topped with a slice of bacon each paired with a citrus salad. I'll be honest I would usually take the hash browns with it but went for something different. No disappointment at all. The salad was covered evenly with it's salad dressing and had mandarin and strawberry garnishings.“

“Great local watering hole. A nice mix of neighborhood folks frequent this 'every(wo)man's' spot. Beer is (comparitively) cheap, and the bartenders are rad.“

“Clearly the best bar in Halifax. Cheap drinks, great tunes, super attractive staff, and the best trivia night in the city.“

“This is our local taproom. I just love this place. Great bunch of people...staff and patrons. A great place to relax and enjoy some good conversation. The beer is the best in Halifax if you're into craft beer. Always a great selection and the beers rotate frequently so you never get tired of drinking the same thing....unless of course you want to. They have some specialty snacks to enjoy with your favorites beer too. They do not serve food, but you're welcome to bring in whatever your heart desires, in to eat. Jesse's Pizza and CHKN CHOP are just steps away.A couple of my favorite beers are 12 Years to Zion, DOA and Flat Black Jesus. I'm sure you'll have your own favorites.“

“The pizza was absolutely delicious, perhaps the best I’ve had. Crust was perfectly cooked, toppings were generous yet not overpowering. I ordered the 9” personal and probably could have done with just 3 of 4 slices but forced the last one down … was too good to leave.

Service was A++. Alex welcomed us right away, was quick to take our order and took the time to chat for a moment before we left. Such a breath of fresh air in this world where everyone seems to be too busy to even say hello. An asset to the restaurant! We will definitely be grabbing pizza here again next time we visit Halifax.“

“Went in for a lil night out here tonight with a friend- loved it! The atmosphere/ music/ staff and she loved they had VLT’s there- Yummy cheap enough drinks too- will try food next time! Yup there will definitely be a next time!“

“Had a great lunch. The Works burger was amazing!“

“We loved the atmosphere and nautical ambience. The fish and chips and lobster rolls with fries was delicious!!! The lobster was fresh and the fries were crunchy! Our server Maggie was so nice and super friendly! We would definitely recommend this restaurant and go back again.“

“We dined after a busy day at work & it was DELISH & great service, atmosphere , food and views ! We'll be back ! 😋“

“Group of work crew got together for a meal and then a Moose game on February 29th and not only enjoyed the food, the layout of the restaurant, but the waiter (Brandon) was amazing and made the whole experience of our first visit the best experience and we'll definitely return.“

“Good food, great atmosphere“