Bar Sofia - Halifax

Name: Bar Sofia - Halifax
Address: 1709 Lower Water St 104, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3J
Telephone: (902) 334-1010
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

206 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Latin

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Showcasing the vibrant essence of Latin cooking, Bar Sofia is a paradise for lovers of shared plates and cocktails. Led by celebrated Chef Anthony Walsh, Bar Sofia playfully nods to his family’s Argentinian heritage as well as the next generation of food lovers, artists and adventurers.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 4, 2022

7:00 p.m.

Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(902) 334-1010

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary Latin, Argentinean, Peruvian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am Dinner Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(902) 334-1010
Website
https://www.barsofia.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Alistair Gilroy

Location
1709 Lower Water St 104 Halifax, NS B3J
Neighbourhood
Halifax
Cross Street
Prince St and Lower Water St
Parking Details
Public Lot
Public Transit
There is a bus stop at Hollis St before Prince St (8822) and one at Lower Water St before Sackville St (8821)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 206 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Fit for Foodies
Nova Scotia
Handcrafted Cocktails
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Hot Spot
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KathrynW
Atlantic Canada
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food! Highly recommend the empanadas
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wedding dress shopping
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kateh
Atlantic Canada
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience2
great food, super noisy even at 11pm. Tables are too close together to hear your partner talk
S
Scott
Atlantic Canada
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service3ambience5
Food was amazing, service could use some work. The timing of the food was completely off, appetizers came before drinks, some mains came 15 mins before others. Not sure if it was the server or the training. Food taste and value was amazing so I will return but hope service improves
AH
AngieH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service and atmosphere! The food was also delicious!
D
Dragonfly
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and great ambience. Definitely worth a repeat for date night.
LL
LeraLira
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Beautiful place, decent drinks, a little bit too noisy but great atmosphere overall
V
Vanessa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was so happy to have gotten a reservation for myself, my sister and my mom after some shopping downtown. We had a fabulous time; we loved the Spanish music, the fact the everyone including the staff seemed to be happy and having a great time, and the food and drinks were delicious! We have booked to come back when we are next in the city!
d
danab
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great good, cocktails and atmosphere. 10/10 would recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was so cool from beginning to end. A few drinks and tacos were all delicious. Our server was fantastic. See you again soon.
j
jf1234
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful lunch. Drink was delicious, and they were very accommodating to my dietary redirections. Amazing meal, and what a beautiful space.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Overall, good experience!
SN
SaraN
Vancouver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is amazing, the service is outstanding and the decor is beautiful BUT it does get quite loud, to the point where it's hard to hear your dinner companions.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience overall. It took a little bit for our snack dish to come out but they handled it very professionally. I always find anyone can make mistakes but it’s the way they handle them makes truely who they are and Bar Sofia was exceptional. I would recommend everyone to cjeck them out. Their white and red sangria are both excellent.
AK
AnnaKayC
Toronto
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
I am not sure of the experience during the daytime, however, went for a 9pm reservation (table was inside) and the music was SOOOOO LOUD. Oh my! Felt like I was at a nightclub. After sitting for 5 minutes, my group made the decision to go elsewhere.
NM
NanM
Atlantic Canada
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Yucca fries extra crisp. Endive and radicchio salad with spinach. Okay
WB
WilliamB
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
The seared sardine escabeche did not have sardines.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time going here, made a reservation for our anniversary. Food was excellent and service was beyond, we didn’t wait long for anything and always felt taken care of. Would highly recommend!
P
Phil
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kira was a standout as our server. You have an excellent kitchen. Food was top notch. Thank you!
KK
KimK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and great service! Everyone was very attentive!
M
Matt
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Friendly staff, tasty food and drinks. Would go back!
TW
TarahW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food5service2ambience4
Wait staff brought mains before appetizers which was weird, but then essentially just served everything at once. It would have been nice to have had the meal in courses so we could linger over our dinner a bit more - felt kind of rushed...
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
After just one visit Bar Sophia became a top contender for my favourite waterfront spot! The service was stellar, food incredible and the drinks delicious. The decor is trendy, fun and made a night out feel even more special! Can’t recommend the “Pan con Tomate”enough!
V
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at this restaurant and it was a great experience! The staff was very accommodating to our group and the food was so tasty! The location was smaller than I expected but the decor, dishes and great atmosphere make it such a great experience! Super yummy drinks and I don't think you can go wrong with anything on their menu if you're looking to try something new!
SH
SashaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing atmosphere, the staff was amazing! Service was so fast. They went above and beyond for our table, in our reservation notes we mentioned we were there for a birthday. They brought as two surprises during our time there! 10/10⭐️
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic Canada
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service and delicious drinks! All staff was absolutely outstanding! Can’t wait to come back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and service! Highly recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Went there just for drinks! Drinks were deliciousl
K
Kate
Atlantic Canada
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Excellent atmosphere, friendly service, great drinks! We'll be back!
MF
MarkF
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent, creative menu in a great spot; service was attentive and casual. Might get a bit pricey depending on how hungry you are but we’ll worth the experience!
DW
DanielleW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food! I’m a sucker for ambiance and Bar Sofia gets a A++
JM
JulieM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, impressive flavours and great prices!
M
Margaret
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was fab, decor is lovely , great attention from staff and excellent food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It totally lived up to our expectation from the ambience to the service and to the food! They recognized our anniversary and every server had big smiles and looked like they really enjoy working there. They were all very attentive and food was served quickly. The drinks were amazing and the food was unique and so delicious. Definitely looking forward to going back to such a fun place!
LB
LisaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s an amazing place to eat from there Tho they have limited variety of food
RW
RyanW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome spot, will definitely recommend and we will be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
My birthday and had the best time!!!
SW
StuWe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Got a healthy splash of South American Argentinian cooking last night at Bar Sofia on the waterfront. We came for the Gaucho Pie Co. Beef Empanadas as well as Anne’s Bravas Brussels Sprouts! Taro & tortilla chips are Abby's Fav! Just the best Eat in town :)
SG
ShannonG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it once again! Great service and delicious food
A
Atefeh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to bat Sophia with my Son and my husband who are really foodi. They both loved their choices and the ambiance was great. We will definitely be back

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Bar Sofia - Halifax offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (902) 334-1010.

Bar Sofia - Halifax is rated 4.6 stars by 206 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 4, 2022

7:00 p.m.

Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(902) 334-1010

1709 Lower Water St 104 Halifax, NS B3J

Additional information

Cross Street
Prince St and Lower Water St
Neighbourhood
Halifax
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–12:00 am Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 am Dinner Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Latin, Argentinean, Peruvian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Public Lot
Public Transit
There is a bus stop at Hollis St before Prince St (8822) and one at Lower Water St before Sackville St (8821)
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alistair Gilroy
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.barsofia.ca/
Phone number
(902) 334-1010

Bar Sofia - Halifax

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Menu

What 206 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Safety precautions

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Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Bar Sofia - Halifax offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bar Sofia - Halifax restaurant rated?

Is Bar Sofia - Halifax currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information