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The Five Fishermen

4.7
4.7
3257 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
****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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary Canadian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (902) 422-4421
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Greg-His main vision is to offer light, modern and a creative set of updated classics using local seafood and vegetables from around Nova Scotia. With years of experience in a number of styles and cuisines, expect to see a lot from this young Chef as
  • Catering
    If you are searching for a place to host your next group function, Five Fishermen is the perfect setting for your private or semi-private event. Visit us at www.FiveFishermen.com to book your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at The Five Fishermen restaurant in Downtown Halifax and let the personalized service and warm contemporary ambiance set the tone for an exceptional dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Alana Stobert: (902) 422-4421
  • Neighbourhood
    Halifax
  • Cross Street
    Carmichael Street
  • Parking details
    The Prince George Hotel offers a parking lots just a block up from the restaurant. Located on Grafton Street.
  • Public transit
    One block from major public transit stop.
  • Entertainment
    The Five Fishermen - has earned the reputation of Halifax's premier seafood restaurant for over 35 years. Internationally known for delicious seafood and historical setting, The Five Fishermen offers the best of Nova Scotia hospitality and cuisine. The freshest Maritime bounty, an award winning wine list and genuine Maritime hospitality makes dining at the Five Fishermen extraordinary.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine

What 3,257 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Ambience

  • Atlantic Canada

    Seafood

  • Atlantic Canada

    Most Booked

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Ambience

  • Nova Scotia

    Seafood

  • Nova Scotia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Five Fishermen offers an exquisite dining experience in Halifax. Renowned for "impeccable service" and "amazing seafood," guests rave about the lobster dinners and fresh oysters. The historic building adds to the "beautiful atmosphere." While some find the menu a bit pricey, the quality and attentive service make it a memorable choice for special occasions.

3,257 Reviews
  1. Michael

    Toronto

    116 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    116 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome dining experience. Great food and service.

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  2. Krissy

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our second visit and it did not live up to our first first experience in Feb of 2023. While the service remained impeccable, (thank you Mary!) the food quality was nowhere near our expectations. It was good but not great, the crab cakes tasted like store bought and are now deep fried instead of pan fried, oysters were ok and the beef in the main was served in large, hard to cut chunks with too much fat left on which left us feeling a bit disappointed. Dessert was outstanding and it was nice to finish the meal on a more positive note!

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  3. Mehmet

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    In high-end restaurants and even in mid-range restaurants, before the meal, they serve tasty homemade warm bread and salted butter, which would be a good savoury appetizer to start. I was expecting that, but the waitress said they do not complementary serving. Interior decoration! It was very boring and ordinary, I felt like I was in a pizzeria (booth seating 🙄). I was expecting carefully selected semi-classical comfortable furniture, warm and soft point lighting just above and around the tables. So that there can be some privacy. The colours chosen for this place neither the furniture nor the walls are good… for any restaurant. I think colours should not tire the eyes and mind, they might be some romantic and also whet the appetite. The music was also ordinary! I was expecting soft semi-classical instrumental music. The volume was not loud, it was good, but what was playing was not for dinner meither. The music with lyrics was distracting. The service staff was polite. Thank you for reading.

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  4. Christine

    Ottawa

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Would definitely recommend this restaurant for anyone wanting seafood. They have lots of items to choose from. Excellent service. We were there for our anniversary and our server had a few complimentary surprises for us they made our night extra special

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  5. Alicia

    Atlantic Canada

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there and loved it. Great food and friendly service ! Nice overall place and definitely recommend to my friends and go again ! Jose and Alicia

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  6. Calvin

    Manitoba

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Small portions Best part was my partners burger and the atmosphere

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  7. Keith

    Calgary

    315 reviews

    5.0

    315 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing find. The food, atmosphere and service was the best!!! Everything is prepared perfectly the flavors freshness, its 5 star. Oysters are great, tuna tartar is amazing. You won't be disappointed

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  8. Lori

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The roasted Romain was excellent, as were the crab cakes and the Shrimp Scampi. Everyone in our party enjoyed what they had to eat and the atmosphere was spot on. The lemon dessert was amazing. Can't say enough about the service. Our waitperson was excellent, always appeared just when the wine glass was about empty or we have finished eating and were chatting. Would highly recommend going, will be back soon.

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  9. David

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a wonderful experience the waitress was fantastic.

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  10. May

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and atmosphere food was great! Would definitely recommend.

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FAQs

The Five Fishermen is rated 4.7 stars by 3257 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for The Five Fishermen

1740 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS B3J 2B6

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Carmichael Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Halifax
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary Canadian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The Prince George Hotel offers a parking lots just a block up from the restaurant. Located on Grafton Street.
  • Public transit
    One block from major public transit stop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Greg-His main vision is to offer light, modern and a creative set of updated classics using local seafood and vegetables from around Nova Scotia. With years of experience in a number of styles and cuisines, expect to see a lot from this young Chef as
  • Entertainment
    The Five Fishermen - has earned the reputation of Halifax's premier seafood restaurant for over 35 years. Internationally known for delicious seafood and historical setting, The Five Fishermen offers the best of Nova Scotia hospitality and cuisine. The freshest Maritime bounty, an award winning wine list and genuine Maritime hospitality makes dining at the Five Fishermen extraordinary.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (902) 422-4421
  • Catering
    If you are searching for a place to host your next group function, Five Fishermen is the perfect setting for your private or semi-private event. Visit us at www.FiveFishermen.com to book your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at The Five Fishermen restaurant in Downtown Halifax and let the personalized service and warm contemporary ambiance set the tone for an exceptional dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Alana Stobert: (902) 422-4421
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