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The Five Fishermen

4.7
4.7
3284 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Seafood
1740 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS B3J 2B6

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2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 22 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
****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.

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
  • 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

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What 3,284 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Ambience

  • Nova Scotia

    Good for business meals

  • Nova Scotia

    Romantic

  • Nova Scotia

    Great for scenic views

  • Nova Scotia

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Five Fishermen in Halifax delights diners with "excellent food and service," earning rave reviews for its exceptional seafood, particularly the "delicious" mussels and scallops. Guests appreciate its "warm" and "inviting" atmosphere, with standout servers like Laura enhancing the dining experience. Perfect for celebrations, it's a "must dine" spot for locals and visitors alike.

3,284 Reviews
  1. Monica VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I highly recommend 5 Fishermen. We visited for my birthday dinner and we were blown away! The food was spectacular and only outdone by the amazing hospitality Laura provided. We will be back and will recommend to anyone visiting Halifax! Truly an amazing experience.

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  2. Deana

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was incredible and service was amazing. Gorgeous restaurant. My favorite place so far in Halifax and my husband and I have been to alot of restaurants in Halifax.

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  3. Farid VIP

    Toronto6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great spot for a high quality food and service to be enjoyed with a loved one!

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  4. Anna Marie VIP

    Philadelphia78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was truly delicious! Our server was amazing. She was helpful and entertaining. If we lived here, we would be frequent diners.

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  5. TREVOR

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can be pretty critical, and I will be, but there was not much to be unhappy with, it was 99% great. Went on a Friday evening with an early start for 530, so light amount of traffic. The greeters were well dressed, and fit the ambience with a smile and a confident glide through the restaurant. Our waitress was attentive, but not overly attentiveand well informed of the menu. Started with the mussel app, and then the essential fisherman's taster, a fisherman's platter to any standard minus all the deep grease. Mussels tasted fantastic, minus the 1 that was off and the wife did hits some stone, but this is mussels, I do believe it to be a by product of the meal. Tasty, the flavour was good. Lots of sausage, personally I would do less of the sausage but it did taste good. The taster with a rice risotto and a couple of beautifully cooked jumbo... that were sumptios, should have just gotten a plate of the shrimp. Perfectly cooked Digby scallop ontop of the risotto was a smooth cut, and a gentle button take in. Halibut is one of my personal favorites, and tasty, just tasty by itself. Salmon, was ok. It paired very well with the risotto when gathered with the tomatoes. Great dishes Good drinks Great service Great for the experience Good times.

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  6. Christina

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place to celebrate my birthday in Halifax. Everything was wonderful! The food, the service, the drinks. Utterly perfect.

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  7. Emma

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this spot ! The service was so good. We were there for a celebration of a job promotion and staff went above and beyond. Lots of nice touches as well as a parting gift (rose). Food was great I loved the haddock. Will be back soon !

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  8. Mandy

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quality seafood cooked to perfection. Friendly helpful staff. Dress up or come as you are.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was fabulous and went above and beyond! Food was very good.

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  10. AlisaM

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best service experience I’ve had. Our waitress was very attentive and so accommodating. The food was delicious. Definitely recommend!!!

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FAQs

The Five Fishermen is rated 4.7 stars by 3284 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 22 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
  • 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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