The Cable Wharf
About This Spot
Stepping into The Cable Wharf, you’re greeted by the gentle rhythm of harbor life right at the water’s edge. The space balances a lively yet unhurried comfort—a place where the maritime breeze and the soft clink of glasses blend effortlessly with the hum of warm conversations. Whether you settle on the sunlit patio overlooking the harbor or nestle inside amongst thoughtfully curated nautical touches, the atmosphere invites you to linger and savor the moment.
The pace here feels naturally relaxed, tailored to those who appreciate a meal as part of a larger experience—part waterfront gathering, part neighborhood celebration. Staff move with an easy attentiveness, enhancing that sense of welcome without ever rushing the flow of your visit.
Seafood takes center stage, not as mere sustenance but as a reflection of place and season. Crisp fried brussels sprouts and freshly baked sourdough serve as companions to the ever-illuminating freshness of oysters, caught just off Nova Scotia’s shores. A lobster roll arrives with modest fanfare, a reminder of simple pleasures amid the complexity of harbour views and shared stories. The menu feels thoughtfully composed to encourage sharing and discovery—from the briny depth of chowders to the nuanced sweetness of desserts like a rosé-inflected cheesecake, each bite invites a quiet moment of appreciation.
This isn’t a spot for flashy statements or hurried bites; rather, it’s a reminder of why sitting down to eat together matters. The Cable Wharf captures the spirit of Halifax’s maritime heritage, weaving it seamlessly into an inviting experience. Here, food and drink are part of something larger: a connection to the place, the people, and the unfolding day by the water’s edge.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating - Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Bar on site
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Toilet
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Dogs allowed
Location & Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM | |
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| Thursday | 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Friday | 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM | |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM | |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM - 09:00 PM |
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Sue Hendrick 09 Jan 2026
Great location and fun interior. Service was thoughtful and prompt. The seafood chowder was delicious and had lots of seafood chunks. The Lobster roll was okay. Fresh enough and not too saucy but could have had bigger pieces of lobster.
Cole Siddons 31 Dec 2025
Don’t have anything bad to say. Food was phenomenal, Charming/Fun staff and delightful atmosphere. The Digby Scallops are insane with garlic butter and the Oysters are some of the best in the city.
J B 14 Dec 2025
Had a pretty good experience at The Cable Wharf in August of 2025. It was during a lunch quest to eat another lobster roll and we ended deciding on The Cable Wharf due to the great location, with a beautiful outdoor patio overlooking the harbour. As others have mentioned the atmosphere is excellent. Great views of the water and comfortably shaded. We found it kind of comical that each time we ordered a lobster roll somewhere, the bun seemed to get smaller and smaller - culminating in the bun here, which more or less looked like one of those hotdog buns out get out of a package of eight at the grocery store. On the plus side, it made the portion of lobster look especially heaping. Fries were crispy and very delicious. Highlight of the meal was the couple fishing on the dock while a seagull patiently sat nearby - awaiting them to catch a small fish and toss it his way. Not my favorite lobster roll in Halifax in my opinion but there is many other options on the menu that I'm sure are great and you can't go wrong with the location.
Abe S 11 Nov 2025
Great service, wonderful oceanside scenery. Very nicely decorated and comfortable setting. We ordered a clam chowder which was split between the two of us. We were advised one order is very big. The two halves were still sizable and rich with shrimp, salmon, haddock and potatoes. We ordered the lobster roll, which came with crispy perfect fries, and cabbage. The fries were really good. The lobster roll itself was mixed with celery and green onion. Good on its own. Definitely a place to recommend for a taste of Halifax. We hear the fish and chips are good, but they were all out when we were there.
Anna B 29 Oct 2025
A beautiful location on the waterfront with friendly staff and delicious food. We were greeted promptly and our server was cheerful. We split a Cesar salad which was a great little appetizer with not too much dressing and wonderful shaved parm. The claims linguine was perfectly done with lots of claims, parm cheese and 3 large claims in their shell, garlic toast was a very generous portion. The fish & chips came with 2 pieces of cod with a thin coating and not greasy. You have eat here if ever in Halifax.
Ciuci Zornescu 25 Oct 2025
The food is great, and I do mean great. Been here twice, both times everything was so good. The attention to detail of the chef is something special. Let me unpack: the potato piureau is so well balanced it's ridiculous, creamy and with a hint of celery root it makes it interesting and invigorating. The plain battered fish is a thing of beauty, not oily at all with a great texture, soft but not mushy. Message to the chef: you had me at the homemade peach preserve.