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Onyx Restaurant - Permanently Closed

4.3
4.3
122 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Wine Bar
Casual dining with innovative cocktails and wine bar styling on centrally located Argyle Street in Halifax's restaurant district. Sit at the back-lit white onyx bar and watch the bartenders at this bar work their craft. Ambitious cocktails, over 40 wines by the glass. Or peruse the extensive Wine Spectator award-winning wine list with over 350 selections. ONYX, a big city feel, yet intimate. We offer inventive cuisine with professional service. It is an evening you'll remember. ONYX has received many accolades and awards in the short time we've been open. Here are just a few: A three Star Rating in "Where to Eat in Canada", one of only 29 restaurants in Canada to achieve this rating. A four diamond rating from AAA/CAA, one of the top ten new restaurants in Canada, a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence every year that we have been open.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner: Monday - Saturday opening at 4pm daily
  • Phone number
    (902) 428-5680
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Tahir Salamat
  • Catering
    High end, inventive cuisine with attention to detail. Full service catering, professionally done. ONYX recently catered a successful dinner for Sir Paul McCartney and his crew when he was in Halifax for a concert.
  • Private party facilities
    Onyx is available for private bookings.
  • Private party contact
    Shannon Bruhm: (902) 491-6110
  • Area
    Halifax
  • Cross Street
    Blowers
  • Parking details
    Many lots available within short walking distance.
  • Entertainment
    We offer the best deal in the city every Wednesday evening from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. A rotation of talented local jazz musicians perform every week and there is no cover charge. There is also no corkage fee and our Bar Bites menu is all half-price. See why we say it really is the best deal in the city? Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere, great food and the sounds of local talent every Wednesday evening at Onyx. It makes for a great night out with friends. For the entertainment line-up, please visit our website.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

What 122 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience

NoiseModerate

122 Reviews
  1. Frankly

    VIP

    Atlantic Canada

    32 reviews

    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food sounds interesting but mediocre at best. Kobe beef kabobs were ++ overcooked. Lamb kebabs just OK. Sesame chicken pieces were quite good and beet salad fine but not unique. They do have tasty original cocktails. Would not go back again for food.

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  2. ScottC

    Atlantic Canada

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice meal. Had the Beef Steak Oscar. The crab was a little fishy but the steak was perfection. Service was awesome - thanks Jared.

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  3. Bourqdi

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 January 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a party of three, with one, gluten-free child. Onyx welcomed her with open arms. They made her feel welcome, and the wait staff knew the menu very well to help choose gluten-free options. They offer an appetizer fondue that was lick-the-plate amazing, with fontina cheese (changes nightly) and a variety of meats, and vegetables. The music was at a good level, and was fun to listen to. The by the glass wine-list-WOW!

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  4. Anna

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 December 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing time at Onyx for a Ladies Night Out/university reunion. Our waitress was amazing!

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  5. JoeyC

    Orlando

    51 reviews

    3.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2015

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The server was wonderful. She looked after dietary needs and worked hard to please. The food was only so-so. Fried cheese app was overcooked. Steak was ok, but not hot. Coffee came with curdled cream. Chicken dish was fine. Beet salad appetizer very good. An uneven meal at a relatively high price. Location, right across from Neptune worked well for theatre.

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  6. KinSF

    VIP

    San Francisco

    132 reviews

    5.0

    132 reviews

    Dined on 30 September 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have often had delicious meals at Onyx and dinner last night was as excellent as always. The place was very busy but the music was nice and not too loud. It was a great way to unwind after a busy week!

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  7. KinSF

    VIP

    San Francisco

    132 reviews

    5.0

    132 reviews

    Dined on 25 August 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    While traveling on business, I often eat at Onyx as it is a nice relaxing restaurant with very professional and attentive service. Even more important, the food is delicious and they have a creative menu with weekly specials. The wine list is the best I've seen in Halifax.

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  8. KinSF

    VIP

    San Francisco

    132 reviews

    5.0

    132 reviews

    Dined on 19 August 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a warm summer evening and I ate outside on the terrace. The appetizer special of lobster ravioli was delicious and the portion was almost a meal to itself. The main course special of slowly braised beef and seasonal vegetables was extremely good too.

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  9. KinSF

    VIP

    San Francisco

    132 reviews

    5.0

    132 reviews

    Dined on 4 August 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Last Thursday, I took two of my business colleagues to Onyx and they loved the restaurant. The meal was delicious and the live jazz made the evening even better !!

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  10. KinSF

    VIP

    San Francisco

    132 reviews

    5.0

    132 reviews

    Dined on 29 July 2015

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I discovered Onyx last week and it is one the best restaurants that I have been to in Halifax. The meal was delicious and I was very impressed with the wine list which had a number of interesting and unique wines by the glass and the bottle. The ambience was nice and refined, and the service was professional and friendly. I definitely look forward to returning !

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Google Map for Onyx Restaurant - Permanently Closed

1580 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS B3J 1H1

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Blowers
  • Area
    Halifax
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner: Monday - Saturday opening at 4pm daily
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Many lots available within short walking distance.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Tahir Salamat
  • Entertainment
    We offer the best deal in the city every Wednesday evening from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. A rotation of talented local jazz musicians perform every week and there is no cover charge. There is also no corkage fee and our Bar Bites menu is all half-price. See why we say it really is the best deal in the city? Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere, great food and the sounds of local talent every Wednesday evening at Onyx. It makes for a great night out with friends. For the entertainment line-up, please visit our website.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
    (902) 428-5680
  • Catering
    High end, inventive cuisine with attention to detail. Full service catering, professionally done. ONYX recently catered a successful dinner for Sir Paul McCartney and his crew when he was in Halifax for a concert.
  • Private party facilities
    Onyx is available for private bookings.
  • Private party contact
    Shannon Bruhm: (902) 491-6110
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