Located conveniently near the harbor boardwalk in Halifax, McKelvie's Restaurant has emerged as a local favorite for seafood lovers. Its reputation is reinforced by glowing reviews that highlight the restaurant's delicious offerings and warm service. Customers rave about their experiences: Mary Marsh describes a satisfying lunch featuring lobster rolls, fish tacos, and a scrumptious haddock burger, all complemented by crispy fries and rich crab bisque. The ambiance, while not the most impressive, delivers on comfort and friendliness.
First-time visitor Haleigh S expresses her enthusiasm for the numerous choices available, which cater to diverse palates. Meanwhile, Alexane Laliberte sings praises for the standout lobster roll and the perfectly fried French fries, emphasizing the exceptional service that further enhances the dining experience.
Chris Hamad affirms McKelvie's as one of Halifax's top seafood destinations, thanks to its blend of great food and excellent service—something our reviewer also experienced. To sum it up, McKelvie's Restaurant not only lives up to its coastal reputation but also offers a dining experience that lingers joyfully in the memory. If you're in the area, be sure to drop by and indulge in their delectable seafood fare!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves healthy options
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Somewhat difficult to find a space
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Reviews For McKelvie's Restaurant
Mary Marsh
Jun 22,2025
Everyone in our party of 4 loved their lunch choices: lobster rolls, fish tacos and a haddock burger. Crispy fries and crab bisque were also good. We lunched inside, which is roomy. The outdoor dining space is small and directly on a busy, noisy street. The restaurant is conveniently located near the harbor boardwalk, right across the street from the Maritime Museum.
Haleigh S
May 17,2025
First time here and won’t be my last. Amazing is all I can say! Felt so comfortable and food was amazing, so many choices for anyone to pick from. Cannot wait to come back!
Alexane Laliberte
May 1,2025
Stopped by this spot near the harbour for a lobster roll, and it did not disappoint! The lobster roll was absolutely delicious. The French fries were crispy and golden, a perfect side. To top it off, the service was fantastic—our server was super friendly, helpful, and made the experience even better. If you’re in the area and craving seafood, this is the place to go! Highly recommend.
Sophia S
Apr 16,2025
I went here last night and it was amazing! The ambience wasn't anything to write home about (it was giving Swiss Chalet), but the food and service were exceptional. I highly recommend ordering the beets and apple salad with added salmon. I wish I had room for dessert!
Chris Hamad
Apr 13,2025
Lives up to its reputation as one of the top seafood restaurants in Halifax. Great food, service, and atmosphere. Our waitress Amanda was excellent.
Greg Ilgner
Apr 7,2025
We came in a Sunday evening. Nice quiet clean venue. Ashley was supportive and did a great job. Highly recommend!
Bryan Monaco
Mar 23,2025
I'm glad I'm fat, so I could finish my big lobster. What a great restaurant; the food was delicious. The other people in my party had the halibut and the lobster roll; both were said to be delicious. Be sure to get the biscuits. The waitress was really nice and she stayed on top of things. You definitely don't want to miss this place. The dining room was great and the outside dining area looked great too.
Anne-Marie Menezes
Mar 14,2025
I brought my fiance here for his birthday dinner because he wanted lobster with butter. And this was the perfect lobster dinner. They even showed us the lobsters in the tank including a crazy 5lb one! Our waitress was amazing and explained how to tackle eating the lobster. Very tasty food and a great choice for the lobster.
Reviews For McKelvie's Restaurant