50 Best Coffee Shops near Herring Cove

“soups are delicious. coffee best in Nova Scotia waffles are delicious. granola cookies excellent. Staff is very friendly. Chris and Victoria the owners. Drop in and always make it a point to say hello. Drop in and try their menu.“

“Had a Great Experience this morning with Dawanshu as I was waiting for my coffee to be made he asked me how my day was going and took time to answer my questions and explain the pumpkin spice products to me.
Would highly recommend this Tim’s for your morning coffee! Great atmosphere keep up the good work.“

“When a café’s main problem is that there’s not enough of it, that’s a good sign. This shop was like a shot of espresso — small, condensed, and packing as much flavor, personality, and charm as is possible. I ordered an espresso and a cappuccino. There were about 5 people waiting ahead of me when I ordered, and I managed to get my two beverages within 5 minutes. Truly impressive for two people working behind a tiny counter with one espresso machine on it. The espresso was very light, sweet, and acidic, with notes of cherry. Very good for those who like that sort of thing. It had a rich and deap crema, and came on an adorable saucer matching the espresso cup with a demitasse spoon on the side. The cappuccino was brilliantly frothed, with the rich milk cutting into the acidic espresso — the micro-foam perfectly combined with the milk. If only it had a place to sit down, weird harbor would go down as one of my favorite café’s I’ve been to. Easy 5 stars.“

“Nice place to relax, great food and pastries. Great customer service! Kids friendly. Dog friendly. Must try anything with Ube.“

“The best, real espresso. Love it.“

“Best cafe in Nova Scotia, amazing hot chocolate and chai latte, as well as all of their other coffee selection. Highly recommended.“

“Grabbed an iced americano today, and it was pretty good, it was smooth, strong, and exactly what I needed. The vibe of the place is pretty cool too, really chill and easy to hang out in for a bit. Definitely a spot I’d go back to for coffee and just to relax for a while.“

“First visit. Had breakfast sandwich and coffee. Both AMAZING!!“

“Great coffee / amazing service / great selection of local releases, and all the tapes, CDs vinyl and merch you could ask for!“

“Delicious latte and blueberry oatmeal muffin, great service and atmosphere.“

“I had the pleasure of attending a private event hosted at the Mellow Mug last Friday night. As a first-time visitor, I found it to be a very welcoming space, from the decor to the seating. I think I was lucky to be attending an event after hours, when I believe their stock in baked goods to be low. As it was, I had difficulty narrowing my choice down past 3 items. I can just imagine the increased difficulty it would have been first thing in the morning with a full complement of goodies. The very friendly staff helped me to narrow my choice to one and if the cookie I ate was an example of the high quality of their baked goods, then I am grateful that I live half an hour away and not around the corner. The selection of drinks offered was also amazing and I look forward to visiting again during their regular hours.“

“Thank you to the barista that handled our large group and our orders! Good amount of seating inside and out, very aesthetic coffee shop. Unfortunately did not get a picture of my drink but the iced latte was delicious, will be back next time I visit Halifax!“

“most caring couple you'll ever meet! Hospitality is wonderful and the food is awesome!“

“I love the ice cream window during the summer. They carry Moon Mist!“

“Me and my Daughter and my Grandson were in for breakfast this morning we all had steak and eggs it was absolutely delicious. keep up the great work, highly recommended.“

“Had the very best chai latte there this morning that I’ve had. Can’t wait to visit Halifax again for another one.“

“Staff great. Coffee great. Bagel and muffin was fresh and delicious. Highly recommend!“

“I don't get there nearly as often as I would like, but it's one of my favourite coffee shops in Halifax. Great food and drinks, lovely staff, and cute decor!“

“Amazing breakfast sandwich!“

“This is a wonderful and relaxing place. It gives me a good feeling, drinking and chatting while surrounded by books. There are many good deals for buying books too.“

“Great coffee and great service. Highly recommend!“

“I wish I had a picture of the milkshake I ordered. It was literally the best milkshake I’ve ever had, and I’m over 40 years old so that means something. I’ll be going back, maybe just before I see a movie. 👏“

“Best chai latte I ever had“

“hands down the best chicken burger in town . will be making bliss a regular place in my travels downtown .awesome food and staff.“

“Great spot to try out bouldering. Have been there a few times with my teen and pre-teen. Facility is awesome, staff are very helpful and patient.“

“I received a FREE coffee today at Second Cup on Portland St because a random stranger was so kind as to purchase 10 coffee to give out to the customers ☕️☕️ #ThankYouRandomStranger your good deed has not gone unnoticed #MadeMyDay😃😃“

“Friendly staff and delicious drinks/food. Very glad it's so close to my workplace so that I can walk over every day that I'm in office 🙂“

“Bar none, the best experience you will have at a coffee shop. This place puts all other Starbucks to shame, and should be the poster child for efficiency and experience. I am blessed to have this establishment across the street from my work, but I would travel just for the consistency and general pleasant experience I receive here, every time. Thank you!“

“I always order my Starbucks through DoorDash, and honestly, the team is amazing! 🩵 Every time, I call after placing my order to ask for extra ice in my pink drink they always do it with such kindness and good vibes. Even on the days I forget to call (since DoorDash doesn’t have an option for extra ice), they still remember to add it! 🧊😭 That kind of attention and consistency means a lot. Thank you to the whole team you’re absolutely adorable!“

“Best dark roast drip in the city.“

“This Tim Hortons location is one of the best I’ve visited. The staff here are always friendly, polite, and hardworking—they greet customers with a smile and keep the service quick, even during busy rush hours.

The coffee is always fresh and served just the way I like it. The food is consistent, whether it’s breakfast sandwiches, bagels, or donuts, and everything comes out warm and tasty. The location is clean and well-kept, with a welcoming atmosphere that makes it a great spot to grab a coffee, catch up with friends, or just relax for a few minutes.“

“Wonderful daily happy hour; drinks, food, staff! Definitely worth a walk up the hill from the wharf. This iconic hotel is a must see for visitors to Halifax 👍🏼💞“

“Great coffee and fantastic staff!“

“only recently started going here and love it so much. the staff has been so pleasant and those oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are to die for.“

“This location is one of the best Tim Hortons I’ve visited. The team works really well together and keeps everything organized. The coffee and food are always consistent, and the staff greet you with a smile. Love the welcoming atmosphere and how clean the store always is!“

“All the coffees are made with care!“

“Best cinnamon buns ! Must try.“

“omg if you have never been, you NEED to try.this was the best dipped soft serve icecream 🍦 I've ever had. the chocolate was so thick I had to bit threw it 😋 delicious chocolate, and the icecream was so smooth and creamy, definitely a must try .“

“Awesome place. randomly stopped to worm up with a coffee and I Will Be Back, Great service, Awesome staff!!!“

“Best coffee in this part of town!!!

I stop by here daily to start my day with a drip dark roast (they have regular too) and its so damn good. They have an espresso machine, teas and make italian sodas.

The baked goods are also amazing and are not those ‘run of the mill carbs’ but bite into and taste the love & butter deliciousness. The oatcakes are ridiculously tasty and the chai cookies are like artwork; they also have wraps, snack protein balls (so good), macrons and yoghurt parfaits.

There is also a coffee card so after a 8-10 (?) coffees you get a free cup.

Area is quiet and across the cafe there are pods just in case you need to drink your coffee in peace.“

“I often visit here. Everybody is so nice.
I always skip many times hortons on my way just to visit this location.
The manager is so nice and friendly too over there, mostly she served me all the time on drive thru lane. She is always in a great and positive attitude.
And they make my drink perfect all the time.
I just love them.“

“Amazing staff and better food. Mix Noodle Soup and Turnip Cakes are food for the soul. Highly recommend“

“Big portions! Tasty! Fresh! New fave!“

“I’d like to recognize manpreet virk for her outstanding service and positive attitude. Every time I visit this Tim Hortons they go above and beyond to make the experience pleasant. Great job, and thank you for making every visit a great one!“

“it a nice little place and the staff are nice as well. really good dark roast coffee.“

“My daily dose of sanity in a chaotic world!
Let me paint the scene: It’s 4:37 PM. My brain is fried from hours of intense lectures. I’ve written notes in three languages, my eyes are twitching from too much screen time, and I’m dangerously close to turning into a caffeine-deprived zombie. And then… I arrive here. My oasis. My happy place. The one spot where I can breathe, sip, snack, and not feel like the world is out to get me.

Every break is sacred — and this place makes every single one count. I’m not kidding, I schedule my day around my visit. Exams? Important. Group projects? Stressful. But my coffee stop? Essential for survival. You can’t write a 2,000-word essay on an empty stomach and a dry soul. That’s why I trust this place to recharge both.

Now let’s talk about Too Good To Go. What a genius invention! I got a box of samosas so good I nearly cried. Crunchy, flavorful, and possibly blessed by the food gods. Paired with their legendary vanilla latte (which I’ve now mentally ranked above some family members in importance), and it’s heaven.

Also, the staff? 10/10. Friendly, fast, and never judge me for showing up looking like I lost a fight with my textbooks. I always leave smiling, caffeinated, and full of hope — or at least with enough energy to face the next class.

In short: great food, amazing drinks, wonderful people, and the exact vibe I need to feel human again. This place isn’t just a coffee stop — it’s a lifestyle. A safe zone. A daily hug in cup form. I’ll be back tomorrow. And the next day. Forever.“

“Great Staff. A Home away from Home, Quality Service“

“Stopped by this Starbucks and asked the barista, Ritika, to surprise me with a custom drink. She absolutely nailed it! Smooth, flavorful, and perfectly balanced—clearly, she knows her craft. Great service, great vibes, and a drink I’ll definitely be coming back for. Highly recommend!“

“good service, nice staff Fresh delicious croissants“

“Delicious full body coffee & AMAZING food - nothing to see here just a little piece of HEAVEN 🥰 plus wonderful staff ! THANK YOU Two If By Sea ❤️“