Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Dartmouth

"Wasabi House is a classic Halifax spot for sushi takeout and our personal favourite!. The prices are super affordable and they’re always so generous in providing extra rolls on the house. Date Night Tip: They offer a nightly Happy Hour every night from 9 p.m."

"Ordered some take-out and surprisingly found the owner gave us some free rolls to try. This is very sweet and ..."

"This small resto on Almon is arguably the best sushi spot in Halifax. How much you spend is really up to you. The salmon teriyaki dinner is $18, but you can also mix and match with your favourite Japanese eats — from agedashi tofu ($6) and nigiri ($6) to a variety of maki rolls."

"Head Chef Shigeru Fukuyama has perfected the subtle art of sushi-making over 35 years. So adept is he that special requests are not only permitted but welcomed. The restaurant’s menu also offers a range of noodle dishes, salads and soups."

"Owner Jessica Best and her staff mill locally grown grains on site. As if that weren’t enough, Birdies takes laminated dough to the next level with sourdough croissants and pastries. Arrive in the morning, buy your bread, and stay for a coffee and pastry before the shelves sell out."

"Some pop-culture theorists suggest cupcakes experienced a resurgence in popularity after their prominence in the Sex and the City TV series. Bakers like Jennifer Harrison of Halifax have been conjuring up creative cupcakes for a long time. Among the varieties on sale at Layers Cupcakes: raspberry, chocolate cookies ‘n’ cream, chocolate ganache, vanilla bean strawberry, coconut and chocolate peanut butter."

"One of the most popular cupcake shops in town, Layers has a huge variety of cake flavours to choose from. With more pastel colours than a Tiffany & Co., this small downtown shop is bright and friendly, with staff who can answer any cupcake-related question you can think of. The vanilla bean option makes any chocolate lover think about switching allegiances."

"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."

"Located downtown on one of the city’s busiest streets, Government House is the official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia. The beautiful National Historic Site was built over 200 years ago and is open to the public. Government House, 1451 Barrington St, Halifax, NS, Canada"

"The Canadian Scientific Ship CSS Acadia, berthed at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, was built for the Canadian hydrographic service in 1913, the first vessel specifically designed to survey Canada's northern waters. But her career extended long beyond surveying ice-infested waters of Hudson Bay. As a guard ship in Halifax Harbor, Acadia was damaged in the Halifax Explosion in 1917, and is the only vessel still afloat today to have survived the disaster."

"For an insightful experience, climb aboard Canada’s oldest warship and the last of its 123 corvettes, HMCS Sackville. The ship was used during World War II and played a crucial role in winning the Battle of the Atlantic. It has served as a naval memorial since 1983 and invites visitors to learn about its history while exploring its gun deck, engine room and other features."

"1675 Lower Water St., Halifax 902-429-2132, 902-427-0550, ext. 2837. This World War II convoy escort corvette has been restored as a floating naval memorial to the courage and sacrifice of all who served in Canada’s navy. Immediately adjacent is an Interpretation Centre with a multi-media presentation."

"Halifax’s first burial ground, founded in 1749, also happens to be a National Heritage site. Wander around and you’ll find yourself transported to Halifax’s early history as you pass notable headstones, including that of Major General Robert Ross, who fought in the War of 1812 and was buried with full military honors. At the entrance to the burial ground, you can also see the Welsford-Parker Monument which was built in 1870 to commemorate two Haligonians killed in the Crimean War."

"This Georgian sandstone building known as Province House, completed in 1819, is the seat of Nova Scotia's Parliament, in existence since 1758. The guided tour includes the "Red Chamber" where the Council used to meet, as well as the parliament chamber and the library that, with its two grand staircases, was once the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia. This is where, in 1835, Joseph Howe defended himself against the charge of defamation."

"Tweens and teenagers are likely to appreciate the library at Province House, as it looks like it’s straight out of a Harry Potter movie; its walls are covered with books from floor to ceiling and decorated with oil paintings of royals and political figures from long ago. Take a free tour of this Georgian building where the Nova Scotia legislature has met since 1819. In spring and fall, attend a legislative session."

"The Province House is the seat of the Nova Scotia Government, and Charles Dickens once described Canada’s oldest provincial legislative assembly as “a gem of Georgian architecture…like looking at Westminster through the wrong end of a telescope.” Visit the National Historic Site in downtown Halifax. Province House, 1726 Hollis St, Halifax, NS, Canada, +1 902 424 4661. Province House | © Louperivois / WikiCommons"

"The Canadian Scientific Ship CSS Acadia, berthed at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, was built for the Canadian hydrographic service in 1913, the first vessel specifically designed to survey Canada's northern waters. But her career extended long beyond surveying ice-infested waters of Hudson Bay. As a guard ship in Halifax Harbor, Acadia was damaged in the Halifax Explosion in 1917, and is the only vessel still afloat today to have survived the disaster."

"For an insightful experience, climb aboard Canada’s oldest warship and the last of its 123 corvettes, HMCS Sackville. The ship was used during World War II and played a crucial role in winning the Battle of the Atlantic. It has served as a naval memorial since 1983 and invites visitors to learn about its history while exploring its gun deck, engine room and other features."

"1675 Lower Water St., Halifax 902-429-2132, 902-427-0550, ext. 2837. This World War II convoy escort corvette has been restored as a floating naval memorial to the courage and sacrifice of all who served in Canada’s navy. Immediately adjacent is an Interpretation Centre with a multi-media presentation."

"Take a peek into Halifax’s maritime history at this quaint restored 200-year-old fishing village. Stroll along the picturesque boardwalk and admire the fishing boats lining the canal, or browse the area’s artsy boutiques and gallery, showcasing local artists’ paintings, prints and cards. Restaurants and seafood shacks here take great pride in the fish dishes prepared using daily catches."

"Located south of Dartmouth on the way to the mouth of Halifax Harbour, Fisherman’s Cove is a 200+ year old community and it’s perfectly Nova Scotia. Colorful fishing huts are mixed with shops and cafes, making it a picturesque living community. In the summer, it’s the ideal spot for a vacation rental (when available) or a nice dinner outside of the city."

"Fisherman’s Cove is an over 200-year-old fishing village that allows you to peek back in time, and learn about Nova Scotia’s fishing history. There are many shops to explore, and find unique people, art, crafts and souvenirs."