Best French Bakery in Halifax

"has penned a range of best-selling Canadian cookbooks and it shows in the sumptuous seasonally sourced food on the menu. Begin every meal by munching on one of the restaurant’s signature tea biscuits which are prepared from an old family recipe. The interior is evocative of the coastal landscape featuring wood, water, sand, and rock."

"On The Menu: Seasonal elevated fare including pasta & seafood as well as small plates like tartare & brussels sprouts. Vibe & Tastes: This was our first visit to Chives and we left very impressed!. The atmosphere is laid back but elegant and we were treated to a meal in “the vault” which is an actual bank vault turned wine cellar."

"Proper, formal Canadian fine dining in the heart of downtown is on offer at Chives, one of the city's longest-running restaurants. Seasonally driven, artfully presented dishes are the stock-in-trade of chef Craig... Vegetarian in Halifax"

"It would be remiss not to mention the giant, golden flakiness that is a TIBS croissant. With a croissant of the week available Monday through Friday, and my all-time favourite, a croissant stuffed with prosciutto and provolone, Two If By Sea is a laminated dough pioneer in the city. Two If By Sea Café, 66 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth"

"Known as TIBS to locals, they opened their door in 2009 and have become a Dartmouth mainstay!. The croissants are creative and known city-wide. There’s a “Scone of the Week” with the offerings changing weekly."

"Two if By Sea is a lovely café in Dartmouth Centre, and is a popular spot for fresh-baked treats. All the treat at this café are made fresh daily, so plan to visit early to get the best variety."

"A dating hot spot for good reason, this shop features several exquisite cheesecakes to choose from. Flavours are often unique and can include anything from simple chocolate to Girl Guide mint. If you have special dietary needs, Sweet Hereafter has a wide selection of delicious vegan and gluten-free choices that taste the exact opposite of whatever you imagine when you think of vegan or gluten-free cheesecake."

"Sweet Hereafter, Halifax: See 134 unbiased reviews of Sweet Hereafter, rated 4.5 of 5 on Tripadvisor and ranked #55 of 690 restaurants in Halifax. Halifax RestaurantsCoffee RestaurantsEast Coast CanadaBest Places To EatCity StyleNova ScotiaTrip AdvisorLaughingWhale"

"Mother and daughter team Laura and Katie MacLeod fired up the ovens at the Old Apothecary in 2015 and have grown a steady following with their salted caramel brownies, almond chocolate croissants and cranberry tarts. Their baked savories are also popular: spinach and feta danishes, sausage rolls and croissant sandwiches. Customers can also choose from assorted “bundles.” The Picnic Basket, for instance, means guests can order individual desserts (chocolate éclair, key lime pie, lemon tart, salted caramel brownie) as well as a choice of croissant sandwiches and drinks."

"This location on Barrington Street has been open for three years now. We were immediately struck by the colourful furniture – very whimsical!. The manager was an interior designer and it shows; it is worth a visit simply to bask in the colours."

"For a sweet fix, a superb croissant and probably the best baguettes in the city, this downtown bakery is the place. It's decked out like a junk shop, with a jumble of mismatched antiques in the salon upstairs,... Vegetarian in Halifax"

"Ah Darrell’s, a nationally recognized burger restaurant (seriously, they’ve won multiple best of Canada awards for their burgers). This is a classic diner centered around gourmet burgers, milkshakes that have also won multiple awards, and other staples of diners done beautifully well. They only have one dessert option at the moment, a peanut butter fudge brownie cheesecake, but I’m sure that whatever they come up with next will match the quality of the rest of their menu."

"French pastry chef Geoffroy Chevallier has been satisfying his Halifax clientele since the summer of 2012, when he served his first order of macarons over the counter of his Prince Street bakery-pastry shop. Chevallier has perfected macaron flavors: sea salt caramel, orange blossom, lavender, hazelnut, pistachio, chocolate – as well as seasonal creations such as pumpkin spice. Patrons can also stock up on croissants, pains au chocolat and lemon tarts."

"Handcrafted by owner and French pastry chef Geoffroy Chevallier, freshly baked croissants from Le French Fix are an experience in butter and bliss. Le French Fix also offers “take and bake” croissants which can be kept in your home freezer until the night before you are ready to bake and eat. In addition to croissants, Le French Fix specializes in macarons, and other fine French pastries you won’t find anywhere else."

"Le French Fix Patisserie offers a tiny taste of Paris, serving amazing coffee, French pastries and desserts. Seating is limited in this intimate café, but you can also take your macaroons, croissants, cakes and more to go. The patisserie’s custom desserts and cakes are perfect for special occasions."

"With a striking white and black colour scheme, Cortado offers an inviting, cozy atmosphere with a good mix of enjoyable music including some local tunes. They have comfy chairs with smaller tables, regular seating options as well as high community style tables with barstool chairs. Enjoy the Wi-Fi and space to get some work done while enjoying their delicious treats."

"Nestled in Bishop's Landing, this little shop offers a wide selection of light Asian-style cakes. While parking can be a challenge, it's one worth tackling because you can find some the lightest and most unusual cakes here. From mango cake to a classic cheesecake, there's something to satisfy any sweet tooth."

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"This favourite night spot provides an intimate dining experience and boasts a wide selection of desserts and other offerings. A slice of classic carrot cake is always a fan favourite, and you can't go wrong with any of the cheesecake selections. As a bonus, the candlelit atmosphere lets you hide the fact that you ate half a cheesecake by yourself."

"A dessert bar, The Middle Spoon features desserts, desserts and more desserts to choose from!. This polished, contemporary dessert bar is a great social spot to meet up with family and friends over drinks and treats. The Middle Spoon offers desserts of all sorts including pies, pastries, cakes, cookies and ice cream to suit your sweet preference."

"One for those late-night sweet cravings: a cocktail bar that also serves ice-cream sundaes and sinful desserts such as lemon pavlova, peanut-butter pie and chocolate lava cake."

"This small urban park is next to St. Mary’s Boat Club, tucked between Jubilee and Coburg roads. It’s one of the sports fields that HRM transitions to an off-leash dog area in the winter. The tennis court is a great fenced-in area to play, if that’s what you’re looking for."

"Kearney Beach is a lovely sandy beach where you can sit back and relax, or splash around in the water. Along with the lake, there is a playground that the kids will enjoy. There are challenging trails around the lake that you can hike if you are up for the challenge."

"Just a short and sweet 5 minute commute from downtown is Chocolate Beach. This beautiful sunny spot is complete with soft sand, shallow shores, and lifeguards are on duty (in the summer). All things considered, this is a great and safe spot to take the kids this summer!"

"Located just 5 minutes from Downtown Halifax, Chocolate Lake is the perfect spot on a nice warm summers day for a quick getaway, as well as a great spot for families. NOTE: Lifeguards are on duty during the summer months from 11am-5pm."

"This manmade lake is only a short walk from downtown Halifax, and there are lifeguards on site. There is a tennis court right next to the beach if you are up for a match.Chocolate Lake Beach"