EDNA Restaurant

Name: EDNA Restaurant
Address: 2053 Gottingen St, Halifax, NS, Canada, B3K 3B2
Telephone: (902) 429-2550
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

611 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Bistro

Top tags:

An upmarket neighbourhood bistro serving locally focused dishes. We are a bustling one-room restaurant with a comfy bar. Seasonal menus include P.E.I. Blue Dot rib eye steaks, local seafood, and seasonal veg.

Open for lunch service Tuesday-Friday 1130-230
Open for Supper service Tuesday-Sunday 5-10pm

We keep bar seating open for walk-ins each night so feel free to pop in.

Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome but not guaranteed.

***Please note when picking a reservation time that our licence requires minors (even sweet tiny little babies) to be out of the restaurant by 10pm, sorry for the inconvenience.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 7, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Bistro, Canadian, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(902) 429-2550
Website
http://www.ednarestaurant.com/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Nick Mooney

Location
2053 Gottingen St, Halifax, NS B3K 3B2
Neighbourhood
Halifax
Cross Street
Portland Place
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 611 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Atlantic Canada
Best Overall
Atlantic Canada
Best Food
Atlantic Canada
Best Service
Atlantic Canada
Best Ambience
Atlantic Canada
Innovative
Atlantic Canada
Neighbourhood gem
Atlantic Canada
Good for special occasions
Nova Scotia
Best Overall
Nova Scotia
Best Food
Nova Scotia
Best Service
Nova Scotia
Best Ambience
Nova Scotia
Best Value
Nova Scotia
Innovative
Nova Scotia
Great for creative cocktails
Nova Scotia
Neighbourhood gem
Nova Scotia
Good for special occasions

611 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went there with a group of 8 , everything was above and beyond our server Cathy (kathy) was superb and the drinks were well balanced Thank you
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Nick
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing!! Loved the restaurant, service was fantastic. There was a snafu with one entree, resolved quickly. Food all great. Beef tartare and the crispy braised beef the show stoppers
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Ruby
Atlantic Canada
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you for taking care of us four moms on a much-needed night out! We had a few dietary requests and they were all accommodated for with no trouble.
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Mary
Atlantic Canada
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food here is always innovative, fresh and enjoyable but over the years it has become noisier and more expensive.
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DavidG
Atlantic Canada
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
The beet salad and crispy braised beef were excellent!! The halibut cheeks were great also but the smoked pork fettuccine was too smokey for me. The fettuccine was perfectly cooked! Excellent service and nice ambiance but the noise level was up there!
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Luncher
Exclusive
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were a large party. Our server was excellent and attentive. The lunch special was delicious.
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ELIZA
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent service and a delicious meal. We had the steak and it was cooked perfectly with a sauce that complimented the meat so very well.
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AliyaK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a lovely meal and experience at Edna! Very consistent over the years!
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JolantaG
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious as always and our server was wonderful.
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Adrienne
Atlantic Canada
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic lunch! Laura our waitress was just awesome! A perfect outing with hubby! Thank you😋🤗
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Wendy
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time. The food and service was excellent. The restaurant was not too crowded which allowed us to talk and actually hear one another.
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TimK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All the food was excellent. The service was very good and efficient. I would recommend EDNA to anyone and will go again.
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Marihan
Atlantic Canada
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
Great place! Solid amazing flavorful food. Great service as always.
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KM
KathyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brilliant service, delicious and creative menu, lovely atmosphere.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu, service and vibe. I would definitely return!
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Lea1
Philadelphia
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
You know the food is good when everyone wants to try what everyone else is having! I ordered the scallops and they were cooked perfectly! Nicely seared on the outside and tender and juicy inside. Our friend ordered the steak and the sample she gave me to try was excellent. One of our friends wouldn't share at all! Although we were properly stuffed, we couldn't resist ordering desserts. The sticky toffee pudding was a favourite as well as the chocolate desserts. All in all, it is a place we'll visit again and recommend to friends.
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kvnkn64
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for our anniversary lunch and both felt it was the finest meal we've had in the 2 years we've lived in Nova Scotia. Excellent in every way and we look forward to returning.
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TiahS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best food in Halifax hands down. Every bite is mouth watering. Prices aren’t bad, but worth every penny! I highly recommend.
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StephenT
Atlantic Canada
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic as always! Remains as my favourite place to eat in all of Halifax!
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JillianR
Greater Boston
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The entire visit was excellent! Great service, cocktails were yummy and the food excellent as always, the crispy beef was a stand out.
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DavidT
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Every dish was extraordinarily good. Great flavours and imaginative presentation. The waiter was engaging and attentive.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic Canada
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food and service was excellent! We both enjoyed our meals. The tables are close to each other so we could hear the entire conversation of the next table!
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Bryan
Atlantic Canada
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
Service was great. The portions sizes were much smaller than expected. $52 steak was served on an appetizer salad plate. Gnocchi didn’t cover the bottom of the plate it was served on.
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KM
KarenM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
This was our first time at Edna's and the food was amazing! Service was exceptional! We will be back
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Matt
Atlantic Canada
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gorgeous fall drinks. Food incredible as usual. No better place to dine in Halifax.
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JudyZ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Me and my partner had our anniversary brunch here. Sweet service, great food (LOVE the veggie sandwich and tomato salad), cute vibe.
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goose
San Francisco
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent service. An interesting array of appetizers and entrees - tuna poke, grilled squid, Cornish hen - all delicious. All fresh and vibrant.
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MB
MarsBolt
Exclusive
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Will return again and again. A must go-to for anyone visiting or living in Halifax. Was stupendous.
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Kris
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food was the star - fresh, great flavors and cooked to perfection. Tried apps, main and dessert, could not go wrong. Quaint ambience and very good service.
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Mama60
Atlantic Canada
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was a perfect night with our girls, the food was fantastic and the service was great. Super friendly and knowledgeable. It was our first time, probably one of my top 5 in the HRM now. We will be back!
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hwbjsb
Atlantic Canada
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, food was great and ambience lovely.
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BB
BenB
Kansas City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was outstanding and the food was delicious. If we're ever in Halifax again, another meal at Edna will be on our itinerary.
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MA
MariA
Edmonton
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were surprised that they were so family friendly… our son felt welcomed and we appreciated that. The atmosphere was relaxing and modern. Loved everything we ordered, even the salad that was on special. We will return the next time we’re in town!
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DeannaK
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food. Great service! Loved it! The strawberry appetizer is a must. The toffee cake with black sesame ice cream was divine!
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KUBI
Atlantic Canada
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
WE HAD TASTY FOOD , FINE WINE, WELL SERVICE.... HAPPY END
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Matt
Toronto
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience3
If you like friendly service with amazing food Worth a visit
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Ruby
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
The best scallops I've ever had in a restaurant. A lovely salad and the service was excellent. It was a quiet time of day so the noise level was excellent for friends to chat.
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CarlaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great, server sweet and helpful. We had such a great evening - will come again soon.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an outstanding experience. The hospitality is top notch and the food never disappoints. There’s a reason why this restaurant has continued to stand the test of time!
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TheresaP
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Attentive service, delcious food (fresh oysters and the scallop dish).
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FAQs

EDNA Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (902) 429-2550.

EDNA Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 611 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

Dec 7, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2053 Gottingen St, Halifax, NS B3K 3B2

Additional information

Cross Street
Portland Place
Neighbourhood
Halifax
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$30 and under
Cuisines
Bistro, Canadian, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Street Parking
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nick Mooney
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ednarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(902) 429-2550

EDNA Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

What 611 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does EDNA Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is EDNA Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is EDNA Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information