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The Five Fishermen

4.7 (3328)
CAN$51 and over
Seafood
1740 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS B3J 2B6

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 46 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
****FOR PARTIES OF 10 PEOPLE OR MORE PLEASE EMAIL Fivefishermen@graftonconnor.com***

Join us at Five Fishermen restaurant in Downtown Halifax and let the personalized service and warm contemporary ambiance, set the tone for an exceptional dining experience.

Choose from a varied selection of the finest seafood available, or indulge in our critically acclaimed prime center cut steaks, aged 28 days and wood fire grill to perfection. Complement your meal with a selection from our wine menu — an award-wining list of more than 200 wines curated by our Sommelier.

If a more relaxed experience is desired, visit our lively bar where you can sip classic and creative hand-shaken cocktails or a selection of micro-brewed beers and ales, regional wines, single-malt scotches and fresh squeezed juices and enjoy signature appetizers . Whatever the occasion, from a quiet weeknight dinner to a special private event, let us handle every detail. We'll do the work. You bask in the glory.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary Canadian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Greg-His main vision is to offer light, modern and a creative set of updated classics using local seafood and vegetables from around Nova Scotia. With years of experience in a number of styles and cuisines, expect to see a lot from this young Chef as
  • Catering
    If you are searching for a place to host your next group function, Five Fishermen is the perfect setting for your private or semi-private event. Visit us at www.FiveFishermen.com to book your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at The Five Fishermen restaurant in Downtown Halifax and let the personalized service and warm contemporary ambiance set the tone for an exceptional dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Alana Stobert: (902) 422-4421
  • Neighborhood
    Halifax
  • Cross street
    Carmichael Street
  • Parking details
    The Prince George Hotel offers a parking lots just a block up from the restaurant. Located on Grafton Street.
  • Public transit
    One block from major public transit stop.
  • Entertainment
    The Five Fishermen - has earned the reputation of Halifax's premier seafood restaurant for over 35 years. Internationally known for delicious seafood and historical setting, The Five Fishermen offers the best of Nova Scotia hospitality and cuisine. The freshest Maritime bounty, an award winning wine list and genuine Maritime hospitality makes dining at the Five Fishermen extraordinary.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine

Private dining

What 3,328 people are saying

The Five Fishermen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Most Booked

  • Nova Scotia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Five Fishermen is celebrated for its "absolutely delicious food" and "outstanding service." Patrons rave about the seafood, particularly the halibut and mussels, while the "amazing ambiance" and attentive staff enhance the dining experience. The restaurant's historical charm adds to its appeal, making it a top choice for special occasions.
3,328 Reviews
  1. Marie

    South Carolina7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best dining experiences EVER. The service was impeccable and so friendly and kind. The food was amazing. We chose the Five Fishes to sample different local seafood. Super fresh well prepared and presented on a bed of lovely risotto. A great restaurant experience.

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  2. Loren

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Five Fishermen was a lovely place with great service and romantic atmosphere, but the food was substantially overrated. You can get ocean fresh well-cooked seafood anywhere in Nova Scotia / PEI, so we expected more elevated preparations. The menu descriptions suggest they should be. However of 2 entrees, 2 entrees, 2 desserts, and a craft cocktail, nothing really popped. Expected flavors were nearly undetectably subtle, under-seasoned, or overpowered by less interesting ingredients. The best other than desserts, for example and oddly for the seafood focus, was a beef tartare with bone marrow served in a canoe-cut bone. But the beef cut wasn’t especially flavorful or melt-in-mouth tender, the marrow was undetectable, and all was overpowered by grana. The sablefish sauce had no miso flavor, and the crab cake sauce lacked any dimension at all. The lobster Mac and cheese was the most flavorful. That said, the staff was accommodating of a dietary restriction (not reviewing any accommodated food here) and a reservation request, and the cost wasn’t astronomical in comparison to a more basic seafood restaurant in the area. Would be nice for a romantic spot.

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  3. Scott

    San Francisco Bay Area20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good, well presented and featured innovative vegetable accompaniments. The servers were really well trained but also were clearly hired for attitude and personality. As well, the server who helped with our wine choice was extremely knowledgeable and a great ambassador for local wines - she really added to our overall experience (she's the MBA student at Dal). We took her recommendation and visited the Lightfoot and Wolfville winery today.

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  4. Currie VIP

    Toronto / Ontario55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another Great Meal at The Five Fishermen The Five Fish Experience is Fabulous! Highly recommended for a taste of everything

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  5. Kyle

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, amazing service and really nice vibes!

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  6. Timothy

    Kansas City / Kansas1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Apps and mains very good. Desserts with odd textures. Additionally, dessert order messed up and had to wait for correct one to be brought.

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  7. Jim

    Vancouver / British Columbia7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was all great. One of my favourite place in Halifax

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  8. Kate

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the best dining experience here! Had an amazing server who went above and beyond to make sure we had a great meal

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  9. Evan

    San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great - food, service, ambiance. Highly recommend

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  10. STEPHANE

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, an evening at The 5 Fishermen is always memorable! The food is always delicious. My wife even received three roses as a get well present once Christine (our assigned table responsible) found out she was in cancer remission…. That’s a touch of class!!!!

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FAQs

The Five Fishermen is rated 4.7 stars by 3328 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for The Five Fishermen

1740 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS B3J 2B6

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Carmichael Street
  • Neighborhood
    Halifax
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary Canadian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The Prince George Hotel offers a parking lots just a block up from the restaurant. Located on Grafton Street.
  • Public transit
    One block from major public transit stop.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Greg-His main vision is to offer light, modern and a creative set of updated classics using local seafood and vegetables from around Nova Scotia. With years of experience in a number of styles and cuisines, expect to see a lot from this young Chef as
  • Entertainment
    The Five Fishermen - has earned the reputation of Halifax's premier seafood restaurant for over 35 years. Internationally known for delicious seafood and historical setting, The Five Fishermen offers the best of Nova Scotia hospitality and cuisine. The freshest Maritime bounty, an award winning wine list and genuine Maritime hospitality makes dining at the Five Fishermen extraordinary.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    If you are searching for a place to host your next group function, Five Fishermen is the perfect setting for your private or semi-private event. Visit us at www.FiveFishermen.com to book your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at The Five Fishermen restaurant in Downtown Halifax and let the personalized service and warm contemporary ambiance set the tone for an exceptional dining experience.
  • Private party contact
    Alana Stobert: (902) 422-4421
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