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Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Atlantic Canada

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in Atlantic Canada? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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The River Run Lodge

4.9

4.9 (148)

CAN$51 and over

French / Canadian

Campbellton

About the restaurant

The River Run Lodge offers a champagne level location for casual fine dining, private events and unique experiences like Riverside picnics along the famous Restigouche River in Northern New Brunswick and only minutes from Matapedia, QC. The Lodge is over a century old and the beauty indoor and outdoors is breathtaking. Cozy up inside surrounded by history you can see and feel or outside on the heated, screened in patio, or take a walk on the lawn with your glass of wine and sit by the campfire under the stars while listening to the River Run.

All reservations are booked in Atlantic Standard Time (NB Time). L'heure du Nouveau-Brunswick.

Final Day of the 2024 season: October 12

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Christie

Dined on 3 Oct 2024

Going there isn't just about the food. The atmosphere, the service and the connection with staff is amazing. It's not just dinner with loved ones, it's an experience. Always plan to be there for more than an hour. I assure you, it's worth your time.

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4.7

4.7 (1304)

CAN$51 and over

Steak

Halifax

About the restaurant

CUT Steakhouse offers a fine dining experience sure to please the most sophisticated of diners. Start your evening with a glass of award-winning wine or perhaps a popular craft beer. From our menu, savour a dry-aged New York Striploin, delicious AAA Atlantic Rib-eye, PEI Blue Dot tenderloin or Wagyu beef all cooked to your specifications. Finish off with an amazing sampling of fine cheeses, a specialty liqueur and a decadent dessert. Downstairs, SHUCK Seafood + Raw Bar features a seafood market with a wide selection of Nova Scotia product delivered daily. Enjoy oysters on the half shell, crudo, ceviche or whole fresh fish prepared to your liking. In the summer, sit outside on our beautiful patio overlooking the Halifax waterfront.

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Carol

Dined 1 day ago

Always a pleasure to dine here. The food is amazing and the staff are exceptional.

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The Five Fishermen

4.7

4.7 (3261)

CAN$51 and over

Seafood

Halifax

About the restaurant

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

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.

Choose from a varied selection of the finest seafood available, or indulge in our critically acclaimed prime center cut steaks, aged 28 days and wood fire grill to perfection. Complement your meal with a selection from our wine menu — an award-wining list of more than 200 wines curated by our Sommelier.

If a more relaxed experience is desired, visit our lively bar where you can sip classic and creative hand-shaken cocktails or a selection of micro-brewed beers and ales, regional wines, single-malt scotches and fresh squeezed juices and enjoy signature appetizers . Whatever the occasion, from a quiet weeknight dinner to a special private event, let us handle every detail. We'll do the work. You bask in the glory.

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Michele

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic experience! One of the best meals we've had in a long time. The staff made us feel extra special on our anniversary. We will definitely return!

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Seafood Chowder

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4.7

4.7 (2260)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Global, International

Halifax

About the restaurant

The Press Gang, located in the heart of downtown Halifax, occupies one of the city’s oldest historic stone structures which dates back to 1759. Boasting a formal dining experience like no other in the city, The Press Gang features an extensive menu with a rich array of exquisite seafood, meat and poultry dishes to satisfy every palate.
Visit our famous Oyster Bar for a selection of Maritime oysters, succulent appetizers and an extensive list of wines and martinis. Enjoy one of Nova Scotia's largest scotch selections, featuring over 75 single malts and listen to our grand piano played by some of Halifax's finest musicians every Friday and Saturday night, beginning at 8:30pm.

The Henry Room
Our 18th century private dining room comfortably accommodates 15 guests. In addition, we offer one semi-private space, suitable for up to 28 guests.

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Steve

Dined 2 days ago

Outstanding food and service. Beautiful historic building.

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4.7

4.7 (432)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Global, International

Halifax

About the restaurant

If reservations appear unavailable please email us at gioreservations@princegeorgehotel.com
Simply stated, Gio is the definitive dining experience of downtown Halifax. Since inception in 2006, the restaurant has garnered critical acclaim from those impressed by the ambition and execution of its four-diamond food and service. Dining with a twist, expect fun aside fancy, from the atmosphere to the plate. A divine and diverse menu shifts with every season, combining the best in local and global ingredients. Open for dinner and Sunday brunch, the restaurant also offers exquisite cocktails designed to enhance your experience and features a sommelier-selected wine list. Gio's private dining can easily accommodate groups of 10 to 20 with our Chef Greg Burns offering individually crafted menus to personalize your time with us.
We are perfectly located in the center of downtown just moments away from sporting, music and theatrical venues.
Life is a menu - Choose well

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Nancy

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Truly world class service and an exceptional culinary experience that enlivens all your senses and brings you joy. I’ve been hosting guests here for over 10 years and each time our experience is extraordinary, consistent and pure delight.

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Sims Steakhouse & Oyster Bar

4.6

4.6 (13)

CAN$51 and over

Steakhouse

Charlottetown

About the restaurant

Donald McIsaac erected this beautiful three storey brick building in 1862-1864 on Sims Corner, so called because the property had been in the possession of Thomas and Charlotte Alchorn Sims from 1806.

The most colourful owner and occupant of the building was Mr. P.P. Gillis, who ran the “Red Pharmacy” between 1895 and 1910.

A drug-store in the front half of the building and a reputed conviviality shop in the rear, proved very popular with local businessmen while prohibition was in effect. This location has also been a large family home, apartments and a barber shop.

In the fall of 2005 local restaurateur Murphy's purchased the building and began the process of renovating to create what you are experiencing today.

Murphy Hospitality Group is proud to present you with Prince Edward Island’s first authentic Steakhouse, and “Atlantic Canada’s Premier Steakhouse Experience”.

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Marsha

Dined 1 day ago

We wanted a good steak, Sim’s did not disappoint. The veggies were undercooked and not plentiful, and the garlic mashed potatoes were a bit thin for my liking, but the tenderloin was cooked to perfection. Going to Sim’s will be our new Christmas tradition.

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4.5

4.5 (2502)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Halifax

About the restaurant

Da Maurizio offers a premiere dining experience on Halifax's historical waterfront. For over thirty years this fine dining Italian restaurant has been considered Halifax's favorite by locals and travelers alike. It is no wonder Da Maurizio has earned National and International awards; one visit and you will understand why. The exquisite sauces and handmade pastas, the mouth-watering seafood and grilled-to-perfection meats, the exceptional service and beautiful decor, the comprehensive wine list and romantic setting all combine to make Da Maurizio and unforgettable experience. Whether you are seeking a romantic dinner for two, a celebratory family gathering, a lighthearted evening with good friends on the patio or a business discussion over dinner, Da Maurizio is the perfect destination.

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Matt

Dined 1 day ago

Halifax has many dining establishments but da Maurizio was one of the best service experiences we’ve had. The staff was extremely friendly and service was great! The noise level was up a little but that was due to a private function in the private room off of the dining area. Wonderful experience and we would certainly go again!

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Maxwell's Steak & Seafood

4.5

4.5 (340)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Fredericton

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of downtown Fredericton’s historic Crowne Plaza Lord Beaverbrook Hotel,

Maxwell’s Steak and Seafood is a "Classic Steakhouse with a Maritime Twist" featuring a combination of classic dishes and maritime hospitality. We offer a wide variety of steaks from across Canada handpicked by our Executive Chef Matt Mackenzie and we feature a wide selection of side dishes and sauces to accompany your meal. In addition to fresh local seafood such as lobster, salmon, and oysters, we offer the warmest Maritime hospitality to all our guests. Combined with a great wine list and classic cocktails, Maxwell's is the finest dining in Fredericton and is not to be missed!

Our waterfront patio will open in late May but, until then, we are excited to host you in our cozy dining room or one of our two private rooms.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 7 days ago

Once again great experience at this steak house. Always get Renee for his awesome service and knowledge of the vine and menu. Make sure you get Renee!

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Pazzo Ristorante & Enoteca

4.5

4.5 (146)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Halifax

About the restaurant

Benvenuto and welcome to Pazzo, a new Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown Halifax. Inspired by our love affair with Italian cuisine, we’ve beautifully transformed two floors of a Barrington Street heritage building into a cozy bar on the lower level and a gorgeous dining area upstairs. With a focus on fresh handmade pasta, meats and cheeses cured in-house, and wines that flow as freely as laughter around a family dinner table, we invite you to join us on a journey of Italy’s rich food culture and la dolce vita!

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Louise

Dined 2 days ago

I love this restaurant. One of the best in halifax. Service and food is always outstanding. Staff are always very professional and approachable and always willing to go the extra step for you as a customer! The location itself is beautiful with a very warm charm to it. If you haven't been you need to try it. Highly recommend.

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4.4

4.4 (15)

CAN$30 and under

Dessert

Downtown

About the restaurant

We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours!

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Ann

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Was my first time here. The restaurant is beautiful, and the serv Food delicious. The service was OK, but very slow despite a few people in the restaurant.

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