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The Press Gang, Halifax, NS
The Press Gang, Halifax, NS
The Press Gang, Halifax, NS
The Press Gang, Halifax, NS
The Press Gang, Halifax, NS

The Press Gang

4.6
4.6
2003 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Global, International
The Press Gang, located in the heart of downtown Halifax, occupies one of the city’s oldest historic stone structures which dates back to 1759. Boasting a formal dining experience like no other in the city, The Press Gang features an extensive menu with a rich array of exquisite seafood, meat and poultry dishes to satisfy every palate.
Visit our famous Oyster Bar for a selection of Maritime oysters, succulent appetizers and an extensive list of wines and martinis. Enjoy one of Nova Scotia's largest scotch selections, featuring over 75 single malts and listen to our grand piano played by some of Halifax's finest musicians every Friday and Saturday night, beginning at 8:30pm.

The Henry Room
Our 18th century private dining room comfortably accommodates 15 guests. In addition, we offer one semi-private space, suitable for up to 28 guests.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 25 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (902) 423-8816
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Bryan Corkery
  • Catering
    The Henry Room <br />Our 18th century private dining room comfortably accommodates 15 guests. In addition, we offer one semi-private space, suitable for up to 28 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Our 18th century Private Dinning Room comfortably accommodates 15 guests. In addition we offer one-semi private space, suitable for group of 28 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Saundra Heaslip: (902) 423-8816
  • Neighbourhood
    Halifax
  • Cross Street
    Grand Parade & City Hall
  • Parking Details
    Street parking is FREE between 6pm and 8am and on weekends & holidays
  • Entertainment
    A proud supporter of local live music, The Press Gang hosts the immensely talented Mike Cowie every Friday and Saturday night. Acclaimed trumpet player, singer and songwriter, Mike Cowie along with top Halifax musician, Gerry Carruthers on piano perform popular pop songs from the 70’s to present day. Enjoy this talented trio's uniquely arranged versions of songs by Sting, Prince, Annie Lennox, David Bowie, The Beatles and more.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine

What 2,003 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Great for live music

  • Atlantic Canada

    Romantic

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Ambience

  • Nova Scotia

    Great for fine wines

  • Nova Scotia

    Romantic

2,003 Reviews
  1. RRRRR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Gorgeous cozy restaurant, amazing food and service!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    All fine, poor table location is all. Waiter was great.

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  3. jeffg

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A delightful and historic fine dining experience befitting the community and the cuisine. We stood attention for The Drill and let the Chef captain our culinary corvette on a creative four-course journey. By the time the mainsails were set, we were already full yet eager to try the next delectable surprise dishes. Blaze was our first mate and ensured we were well taken care of and appropriately lubricated for our gastronomical adventure. It’s a day later and we are still happily satiated and eager for a future trip.

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  4. Marg

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The food was top notch. However, like most upscale restaurants, the quantiity was lacking. It would be better value to throw more vegetables on the plate, for example. I love the 250 year old stone and wood beams throughout the restaurant. Overall, it was great. They also have live piano on Friday and Saturday. Oh, and our server was excellent. He went out of his way to give us a great experience.

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  5. DICKIEPINS

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We had the DRILL. Simply amazing.

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  6. MelissaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best service we've received in years. Our server was so friendly and caring, making our anniversary extraordinary! Great sparkling wine, best seat in the restaurant, perfect ambiance, friendly staff.... And the food...... oh my word.... the food... Absolutely delicious! My husband wants to return to celebrate our anniversary each year! Yay! New tradition about to commence! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

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  7. RP1379

    Miami - Dade

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    This historic restaurant is located below street level. Its vernacular has a cool rustic tavern ambiance. The service was friendly and efficient. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. The food was delicious, and the menu varied. The pub was very cool and well stocked.

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  8. LorindaN

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely a must to go to while in Halifax food is outstanding and service is excellent

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I made a reservation through OpenTable.ca and It turned out to be a lovely dinner with my 2 adult sons to have a small celebration for my youngest son’s birthday. We all liked the foods, beverages, ambiance and services. Although we came 30 mins late but our table was still being kept for us and to end our dinner we had a small cake and a candle for my son to make a birthday wish as per my request. Very good and professional service everyone would love to have in a restaurant. One thing I have to remind myself for the future is to book a table about a month or more in advance for a special occasion. But we’ll come back for casual dinner next time for sure. I highly recommend the Press Gang restaurant for a romantic dinner as a couple or a group dinner party and a family gathering. Thank you for reading.

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  10. brucem

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We celebrated our 55th anniversary dinner at the Press Gang. The staff, service, food selection and quality was excellent. They provided a quiet corner cubicle that was perfect to chat and share this special meal. We have already recommended it to others and look forward to going there again.

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  11. alanb

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful time, enjoyed every aspect of our evening, our server was great.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    It was very hot if you sat to the right side of the entrance doors as ceiling low and uncomfortable Waiter was fantastic Good was good

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  13. GuelphDiner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Appetizers were very good. Main course was average and nothing special, some additional attention to detail would help (for example side potatoes for main were over cooked). Service is great. Next time will order mainly appetizers.

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  14. JonathanL

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Split calamari, 10/10. I had the tenderloin, she had the ribeye. Not a complaint to be had. Service was excellent, our server made us laugh a couple times. Will definitely be back.

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  15. markd

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    Great venue with history and romantic setting. 5/5 Service felt rushed ; seated at 8:20 and asked for the drill 8:32 and waiter said cut off is 8:30. Almost seemed like staff wanted to check out early . My wine arrived at end of our meal as well. 3/5 at best for service. Food was average not what was hyped up . Seems like restaurant is living off past glory and is past its best before date . Dr. Mark deGruchy ;

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  16. JaniceA

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    We were seated in the dungeon which was fascinating but creepy . Easy to believe this is the 2nd oldest building in Halifax! I had the beef bacon and blue appetizer which was like beef stew with blue cheese sprinkled on top. Not what I expected and too heavy for an appetizer. My husband had torched oysters which he said were good. I had the seafood risotto, good not great. My husband had the halibut also good not great though. All that being said, I would not go back even though we didn’t see any mice that other reviewers mentioned!

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  17. Randyn

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    The food was very good and an excellent atmosphere. The only complaint would be the mice we saw. We did not complain to our server as we did not want to spoil the evening. Also, this is something we have experienced and come to accept when we dine in downtown Halifax.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was as expected- Wonderful - We will return

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  19. Suskno

    Atlantic Canada

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and our waiter Mick was awesome! Excellent wine. Only complaint is there are zero vegetarian/vegan options for entrees or dessert and 1 salad option. Need to step that up!

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  20. Tlucky

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Great food, amazing ambiance, great service and nice personal touches. Would definitely go there again

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  21. MarcR

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Excellent meal. Enjoyed the oysters, the risotto and the calamari.

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  22. LaurierPartner

    Atlantic Canada

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is an outstanding 'gastro pub' in the heart of Halifax. The oysters are amazing, the wines and whiskey lists outstanding, steaks and other mains are great value for more. The ambience is charming, with aged timbers, a comfortable buzz and live music on some evenings. However, it is the charming, knowledgeable and hard working staff and owners that make an evening at Press Gang memorable.

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  23. RoyaleW

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oysters, oysters, oysters!!!! Great atmosphere…such a wonderful, relaxing evening. Thank you!

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  24. Kari

    Indiana

    55 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Not gonna lie, The oysters were really good. Got baked and raw. The tuna tartare was pretty good, but prefer an Asian preparation. Our mains were both excellent. Great night! Highly recommend.

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  25. NessaB

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience1
    Staff inexperienced. Ordered platter. Steak/lamb over cooked. Seafood average. Mouse running around and told two staff who did nothing and offered no apologies. Very disappointed.

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  26. John

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Servers were nice food was fantastic definitely going back next time.

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  27. ChantelleR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Went for dinner last week, decided to go with the drill and it was worth every penny! Every course was amazing. Our server Madison was exceptional as well.

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  28. RoyD

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very enjoyable evening with great food and live music

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  29. KarenH

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I would highly recommend this place…wonderful ambiance and delicious food.

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  30. HFXdiner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Get “The Drill”. You won’t regret it. Best food in the city

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  31. AndrewL

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Thoroughly enjoyed the dining experience, the food and service were spot on.

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  32. JenniferB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and service. Will return but will dress very lightly or come when it is cooler out-it is so so warm in there in the summer!

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  33. DarrenD

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Oysters were fresh with delicious sauces and condiments. The halibut was perfectly cooked and the sides well complimented the meal. The short ribs were succulent with a very tasty sauce. Wine recommendations paired well with our meals and a complimentary coupe of sparkling to toast our anniversary was the icing on the cake. And the cheesecake did not disappoint either.

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  34. Stbou251

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Way beyond my expectations! Excellent service and food!

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  35. Bill

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Mic was fantastic- we let him guide our night and he was bang on. The live music and the historic setting of the restaurant- topped the night off! Try the lamb- it was beyond delicious!

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  36. SamanthaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing atmosphere and food, we will definitely be back!

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  37. BirdyNumNum

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came for the oysters and enjoyed every last one. The Scotch / whisky selection is good and reasonably priced.

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  38. cma123

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the Press Gang! Food was absolutely delicious, service was great, atmosphere was lovely (someone was playing the piano while we were there). If we are ever in Halifax again we will definitely be back!

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  39. JennDine

    Charleston

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Luckett Tidal Bay white wine was a great match with our torched oyster appetizer followed by seafood risotto. In addition the service and ambiance made for our best evening of fine dining while visiting Halifax.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Madison was top notch. Made us feel right at home and didn’t make us feel like we were ever asking to much. Food was top notch. Would love to go back any time

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

The Press Gang is rated 4.6 stars by 2003 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 25 times today
Google Map for The Press Gang

5218 Prince St., Halifax, NS B3J 3X4

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Grand Parade & City Hall
  • Neighbourhood
    Halifax
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Street parking is FREE between 6pm and 8am and on weekends & holidays
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Bryan Corkery
  • Entertainment
    A proud supporter of local live music, The Press Gang hosts the immensely talented Mike Cowie every Friday and Saturday night. Acclaimed trumpet player, singer and songwriter, Mike Cowie along with top Halifax musician, Gerry Carruthers on piano perform popular pop songs from the 70’s to present day. Enjoy this talented trio's uniquely arranged versions of songs by Sting, Prince, Annie Lennox, David Bowie, The Beatles and more.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (902) 423-8816
  • Catering
    The Henry Room <br />Our 18th century private dining room comfortably accommodates 15 guests. In addition, we offer one semi-private space, suitable for up to 28 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    Our 18th century Private Dinning Room comfortably accommodates 15 guests. In addition we offer one-semi private space, suitable for group of 28 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Saundra Heaslip: (902) 423-8816
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