The Press Gang
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
- Website
- 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
Popular dishes
Menu
Main
Our Fresh Shucked Oysters
The cold Atlantic waters just of the rugged Nova Scotia coast produce some of the tastiest oysters in the world. Our local suppliers include; Sober Island, Pristine Bay & BeauSoleil. Our fresh shucked oysters are served on the half shell with lemons, horseradish & house made accompaniments
- per oyster$3.75
Our Famous Oyster Shooters$22.00
Alchemy! The fusion of a succulent local oyster and a delicious cocktail 4 fresh shucked oysters in individual shot glasses enhanced with your choice of cocktail: Avion Margarita, Absolut Caesar or Pernod Martini. Although we make every effort to accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions, we cannot guarantee the possibility of items coming in contact with certain allergens. Please make your server aware of any and all dietary concerns
Appetizers
Torched Oysters$19.00
4 baked oysters with Pernod, baby spinach, caramelized onion, double smoked bacon & parmesan cheese
Press Gang Seafood Chowder$18.00
dill, sherry cream chowder broth with fresh Maritime seafood including: halibut, mussels, salmon & cold-water shrimp
Seared Scallops & Smoked Salmon$19.00
NS smoked salmon wrapped, Atlantic scallops seared & flamed with sherry with peas puree & fried capers
Calamari$15.00
lightly breaded, crisp rings of calamari with firecracker Roma tomato sauce
Beef, Bacon & Blue$19.00
chunks of beef tenderloin seared with double smoked bacon simmered in red wine demi-glace & imported blue cheese
Beet Salad$16.00
roasted & chilled red beets, organic leaves, toasted pine nuts, crumbled feta cheese, crispy prosciutto, scallion vinaigrette & carrot gel
The "Bulkeley" Salad$18.00
organic leaves tossed with cranberry, toasted walnuts, blue cheese, carrot, red onion & apple with apple ginger gastrique & spring roll bowl
Cheese & Charcuterie Board$25.00
house made pate & rillettes, cured meat; local & imported cheeses garnished with condiments & preserves
From the Sea
Seafood Risotto$43.00
rich & creamy, sherry, dill risotto with seared Atlantic scallops, jumbo shrimp, Nova Scotia lobster & Atlantic halibut
Atlantic Halibut$48.00
blackened Atlantic halibut with sauteed carrots, snap peas, oven roasted cherry tomatoes, smoked jalapeno aioli & peas puree
Nova Scotia Lobster Boil
1.5 lb whole boiled lobster (tail & claws split & cracked) with drawn butter fresh steamed vegetables, grilled lemon & roasted russet potatoes
- Seasonally Priced
Atlantic Salmon$40.00
lemon butter roasted with rice pilaf, bok choy, snap peas, beet gel & finished with cold- water shrimp, dill sherry cream sauce
Yellow Fin Tuna$40.00
coriander crusted & seared rare with rice pilaf, pickled carrots & red onion, steamed bok choy & sriracha aioli
Shrimp & Scallop Aglio e Olio$38.00
Atlantic scallops & cold-water shrimp sauteed with garlic, oil, snap peas & chillies tossed in spaghetti noodles & finished with grated Grana Padano parmesan cheese
Henry's Feast$190.00
1.5 lb N.S. lobster cracked & grilled, 4 fresh shucked Oysters with cocktail sauce & grilled lemon, sherry seared scallops, oven roasted Atlantic halibut with smoked jalapeno aioli, haskap roasted N.Z. lamb rack chops & seared beef tenderloin with red wine demi glace presented with seasonal vegetables & roasted russet potatoes; (no substitutions)
From the Land
Grilled Beef Rib Eye$49.00
12 oz AAA beef rib eye steak fired on the grill as you like it whipped potato, seasonal vegetables, fried onion & mushrooms finished with red wine demi glace
Roasted Breast of Duck$39.00
herb roasted breast of duck with salad of baby spinach, pickled carrots, snap peas, caramelized shallots, honey mustard ricotta, hickory sticks & truffle oil & cider vinegar emulsion
Beef Tenderloin$48.00
6oz PEI Blue Dot tenderloin steak with whipped potato, mushroom duxelles, oven roasted cherry tomatoes, grilled zucchini, fried parsnip ribbons & peppercorn demi glace
N.Z. Lamb Rack Chops$49.00
½ lamb rack cut into chops & roasted with haskap berry puree & Nova Scotia honey with rhubarb, bacon, tomato jam; roasted potato & purple cabbage, red beet slaw
Supreme Cut Chicken Breast$38.00
herb roasted breast of chicken with whipped potatoes, fresh steamed vegetables & roasted shallot cream sauce
The Drill$190.00
allow our Chef & his talented team to call the shots on your meal designed for two, this 4-course dining experience is sure to please created on the spot, no two Drill's are quite the same (please no allergies or stipulations on the drill)
Dessert
Flourless Chocolate Espresso Cake$12.00
Silky, decadent & delicious! With fruit coulis & fresh berries
Deconstructed Lemon Meringue Pie$12.00
creamy lemon curd, graham crumble, baked meringue & fresh berries
Haskap Ice Cream$12.00
made in house with local haskap berries finished with fresh berries
Peanut Butter Pie$12.00
oreo crust, whipped peanut butter & chocolate ganache
Cheese Cake Creations$12.00
New York style cheese cake today's flavour
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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
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables
Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
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The Press Gang is rated 4.7 stars by 1694 OpenTable diners.
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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
- Website
- 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