Highwayman in Halifax

1673 Barrington St, Halifax, NS B3J 1Z9, Canada

★★★★★
(460 reviews)
Categories: Tapas restaurant Bar Restaurant Spanish restaurant

About

Compact restaurant & bar serving Spanish-inspired tapas & cocktails in stylish surroundings.

Website
highwaymanhfx.com
Address
1673 Barrington St, Halifax, NS B3J 1Z9, Canada
Plus Code
JCWG+QF Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Time Zone
America/Halifax

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
4 PM–12 AM
Saturday
4 PM–12 AM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Takeaway Dine-in Delivery
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Happy-hour food Late-night food Small plates Spirits Vegan options Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Dinner Dessert
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Romantic Upmarket
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Paid street parking

Photos

Reviews

4.6
★★★★★
460 reviews

Most Mentioned

oysters (23) bartender (23) scallops (11) pork belly (10) beef tartare (10) pintxos (9) happy hour (8) small plates (8) pan con tomate (8) intimate (5)
5 stars
346
4 stars
70
3 stars
27
2 stars
7
1 stars
10
★★★
October 6, 2024

We came for a cocktail on Friday night. The cocktails were not bad. The selection of homemade syrups and ingredients is very impressive but the taste of the 2 cocktails we had weren't that balanced/ complex compared to other cocktails we have had in the city. I tried to make a joke and some light chatter to the bartender as we were sat right in front of him at the bar and it wasn't received at all. I understand they were busy but apparently this is one of the best cocktail bars in the city so it's expected to have good/personable bartenders too. Not sure we will be back with 20 bucks a cocktail and so much choice in the city.

★★★★★
August 15, 2024

Excellent food, drink, and atmosphere. We sat at the bar and ordered tapas along with a number of cocktails. Everything we had was top notch. The place was packed the whole time we were there but the staff didn't seem to have any trouble keeping up.

★★★★★
August 9, 2024

Fantastic experience at this restaurant. The atmosphere is quaint and quiet, not too many tables and it certainly wasn't loud when we were there. The happy hour drink deals are great value for high quality drinks that someone actually put effort into. Service was casual but perfect. The food is also great, they make probably the best brussel sprouts I've ever had. I saw a lot of people with the Oysters so I assume that's what they're known for but we tried more of a sampler menu and it was delicious. Definitely recommend trying it out.

★★★★★
May 2, 2024

Walking into Highwayman felt like stumbling into a local bar with an upscale flair. The drinks were excellent, subtle and inventive, and the atmosphere was warm, friendly, and inviting. I was particularly blown away by the food, though. Whoever is behind this menu and the choices being made- bravo; you made me want to cook turnips at home (a feat). I will be back any time I’m in Halifax, and wish I could share this spot with friends and family.

★★★★★
April 8, 2024

I love this restaurant. It's my second time here. Let me start by saying the 4* on service is not the fault of our server, she was great (as I spilled my own $16 cocktail on myself as soon as she put it down, and then got me another for free). The lack of 5 stars on the service is due to the fact that I received 4 separate communications on my reservation (1. Confirmation text, 2. Confirmation text of dinner in 2 hours 3. Confirmation of dinner in 30min, then 4. A notice that I only get 2hrs to dine). It was just a bit overbearing. The food - I think this is my favourite restaurant in Halifax. It crushes Drift. What looks like an English pub, is putting out some seriously good food. It's all small plates and the smoked fish on crostini I had to order twice it was that good. The diner with me said the carrots was his dish of the night. I will return here again and again when in Halifax. Sorry for spilling my drink.

★★★★★
September 15, 2023

What a cute little spot for an intimate dinner! The tapas options were great to share with each other. Everything was delicious. Our waiter was really nice and attentive too. They also have a nice bar area to get drinks either before or after dinner. Will definitely go back!

★★★★
June 17, 2023

Food was fantastic. Lots of bold flavours and perfectly balanced dishes. The service was okay. Our waiter was great when interacting with us but we did feel like he could have been attentive as we had to flag him down a few times for some things. It also took a long time for our first dish to arrive but once it did the rest was flowing at a nice pace. In terms of atmosphere it’s cute but can definitely get loud. I would 10000% go back here because the food was just so good.

★★★★★
March 5, 2023

Had a fabulous experience here! Went for dinner and drinks with my brother and his wife and the staff were truly fantastic. I hope they all get the recognition they deserve because they made the whole experience worthwhile. Whether you're seated at a table or posted at the bar, the fun and elegant atmosphere helped set the scene for some delicious nibbles from the wide ranging menu. The Mushroom Risotto with Saffron & Manchego is heavenly and has to be tried. Booking is essential during busy times.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 8, 2024

No explanation needed. Great tapas, open late, balanced cocktails paired with knowledgeable bartenders, tight & cozy atmosphere like the pleasant embrace of a warm blanket after a cold winter evening. Keep it up!

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Loved everything about my experience here! The seafood platter was fresh and delicious, and the pork belly on toast - YUM!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

Mitchell is an absolute gem, amazing service and excellent atmosphere! Cannot wait to come back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Everything about this place is good. The food, the drinks, the staff. It s only positives.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

In my top favourite food and cocktails in Halifax!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

I had the oysters, scallop crudo, roasted squash, and pork belly pintxo. Everything tasted great. Just a bit pricey.

September 22, 2024

First, let me start by saying the food and wine here are great. If it werent for how my in-laws were treated, Id give this place 5 stars. In fact, Id give this place 0 stars if I could. Back in November 2023, my father and brother-in-law visited my wife and I from Japan. Midway through their vacation, I decided to take them to Highwayman because my wifes dad wanted to eat Oysters in Halifax. The waitress had a disgusting attitude towards my in-laws the entire time. Anytime she was at our table, she was impatient, rude, and insulting towards my in-laws. Not only in the way she was speaking to us, but especially in her body language. When my father-in-law paid the bill, she chucked our copy of the receipt at us and walked away looking pissed off. Other guests around us, who were being served by the same waitress, were being treated with respect. At first I thought the waitress was having a bad day, but after observing the other tables, there was only one conclusion I could come to: racism. Yes, I believe the waitress was being racist. I never intended to write this review, but the thought of that day comes to mind from time to time and it enrages me. I will never step foot in this establishment again and wont recommend it to any family or friends because of my experience with that waitress. Shame on you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Amazing tapas!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Highwayman is nestled in the downtown area of Halifax and is walking distance from many top spots. The atmosphere is very cool and cozy, and their happy hour was amazing! We split the bread, snack platter, and charred broccoli and everything was delicious and creatively seasoned and presented. Plus - the sangria, Tom Collins, and mojito were delicious!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Dont know if its the perfect spot for a traditional dinner date; but if you like ordering a bunch of small dishes off the menu and trying a few drinks this is the spot, the pork belly pinxtos are amazingg! Intimate and lowkey atmosphere which I really enjoyed and really great service. My favourite bar in the city and I continue to go back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

The employees were super welcoming and generous :) The cocktails were all divine and I will be dreaming about their shrimp skewers for the rest of my life! An absolute must !

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

I would give this place 6 stars if I could. Took my wife here for her birthday. Everything was perfect. Food, service, cocktails, atmosphere. Loved everything about it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Excellent service, excellent food, excellent drinks (which are sometimes served with METAL straws!!!)

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

An excellent restaurant! The salmon tartare with endives instead of croutons... Incredible!! There are some good microbrewery beers. Quite an interesting wine list. In short, go for it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Such lovely drinks and atmosphere. Keegan makes such great drinks. Highly recommended.

★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Excellent food and cocktails too, but the service was terrible. The waitress did the absolute bare minimum while looking stupid. Its deplorable to spoil such good food with such unpleasant service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

This cozy bar was the perfect place for late night tapas and drinks. The house cocktails were amazing and the bartender was a delight to watch! Really enjoyed the ambiance and would recommend this place to anyone visiting Halifax!

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Delicious drinks

★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Great cocktails!

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Visited this bar on my last night in the city - super friendly staff, great atmosphere, really comfortable room temperature even when a full house. As the sober friend, it was great to be treated with just as much kindness and attention as those buying high price cocktails. The bartender (Jake?) was really kind and considerate and brought me hand squeezed OJ - despite being in limited supply :) will for sure visit again.

★★★
August 22, 2024

Food was pretty good and the quantity was fair but the wait time took about an hour other than that s place is alright.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 22, 2024

Came here for tapas with a friend. Ordered their kitchens choice meat & cheese plate which had 2 meats, 1 cheese, and olives. We also got the corn ribs which were great, the patatas bravas which were exceptional, and the pork belly & fennel pinxtos which were very tender and the flavors paired really well.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

We had such a great night. Cocktails were on point. Food flavor combos spectacular and service was attentive and so kind. Cool hip vibe. Great for a date night. Don t miss this gem. We loved the pork belly pinxtos and the charred carrots. Truly special gem of a place!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Great service! The bread was unbelievable!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Service was incredible! Food and drinks were just as good.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

The best in Halifax. The staff are amazing. Helpful, friendly, easy-going knowledgeable. Cocktails on point at all times (on and off menu) and best in the city (or any city given that their bartender Keagan Mcgregor won Canada World Class Cocktails and is heading to the World Class championship). Tapas and Pixnos on the menu always rotating, always good. Some menu staples/ must haves if you visit for the first time: tomato bread, scallop crudo, shrimp skewers, anything pork belly, patatas bravas. There are a lot of regulars here - which is testament to the entire package! Go. But don t take my spot.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

One of my favourite restaurants in Halifax. Delicious food and lovely service. Must go!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

A staple for small shareable plates in Halifax. Great cocktails, I always love how they do their carrots and broccoli (trust me. You need to order them!). Service has always been very good. Food

★★★
June 22, 2024

Came in at around 5pm with my husband, hoping to get a table. There were plenty that looked available but we were told they were reserved. They sat us at the bar, no big deal I guess. We were waited on quickly, and our drinks were in front of us in no time. Then we ordered food. After we had given the waitress our orders she asked us if we had any food allergies. I said dairy. She nodded her head and then went to place the order for the kitchen. We waited 40 minutes for our plates, which came in staggered. When I got my plate, seared scallops with pork belly and parsnip puree, it was lacking the puree. When I asked why, the waitress said there is dairy in the puree. I was never told it would be removed from the dish. Usually kitchen staff can accommodate with substitutions, but I guess they just decided I wouldn t get anything. I asked if I would be charged full price and she said she d have to ask the kitchen. I told her I wouldn t have ordered it if I knew it wouldn t be substituted for. When we got the bill, they took a measly $2 off my order (which was $32). I paid $30 for 5 scallops and 4 morsels of pork belly and a couple of ground hazelnuts. Absurd. By the time we left, the reserved tables had just been seated. People eat downtown these days just to post about it on their Instagram. But is the service any good? Do they price their items fairly? Halifax eateries are all about atmosphere and influence these days, what you re paying for is the elitist culture and pomp, not a decent meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Keegan McGreeger was amazing! Spent a lot of time talking about mixology, bartending, and drinks! Global award winning bar tender!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

We had a great culinary experience at Highwayman! The food is unique and delicious! They serve classic and from the house great drinks! Recommended dishes

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Had an excellent dinner with great service the other night. Recommend the pork-belly and fennel pintxos. The server (glasses, vest, hat guy) even ran across the street to stillwell with my sunglasses when I forgot them in the restaurant so I think he deserves a raise. Thanks dude. Food

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

I come to this restaurants so many times, and every time, the food is delicious.

★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Great place, with great cocktails and food.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Not cheap but so worth it. Everything was great, service, atmosphere, drinks and dinner. Would highly recommend to treat yourself.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Weve spent the last few days eating at multiple places throughout the city. Highway man, hands down, without contest is one of the best restaurants Ive ever ate at in the world. Great cocktails. The Beef tartar is amazing!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Highwayman always delivers. Personable service, handcrafted cocktails and an amazing happy hour.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

The food was delicious, the service was very friendly and the atmosphere was very nice. We got Oysters, quail egg mushrooms, carrots, bread and oil, shrimp skewers, and one or two other items. Every bite of every dish was delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

The staff was great and very personable. Drinks were reasonably priced and delicious. At one point, I started to get bad heartburn. Staff asked if everything was alright and if I was satisfied with the drink. I explained I had heartburn. He went out back and got me some tums. God love him. Excellent service.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Fantastic place. We got a few things from the late night menu and it was beyond incredible. The wild cider is something you must try. Will definitely come back next time I visit Halifax.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

We were actually expecting to be somewhere else and as fate would have it, we ended up here. Blown away! The small dishes were UNBELIEVABLLY tasty. I dont exaggerate. Definitely worth a visit. Fun spot. Be prepared to drop $150 for 2 (tip in) but you will not regret it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Really good food and drink probably the best in halifax

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Their Pan Con Tomate would be my death row last meal Easily my favourite restaurant in HRM, great atmosphere, fresh things on the menu, and authentic staff. Food : 5/5

February 22, 2024

My favourite restaurant in Halifax. Food is extremely good (not just good for Nova Scotia). It is tapas so the plates are small and you should order lots. Cocktails are great. It s not inexpensive, but is worth it. Great service and a cozy stylish environment to enjoy an evening. Update. So after my last experience we will no longer be visiting this restaurant. We always would visit with our good friends another couple; because we don t often see them we order lots and lots of food and multiple rounds of drinks while we catch up with them. This time we were asked to vacate the table as we had reached our 2.5 hour time limit (I have never had this experience anywhere else). There was still food arriving at our table when they brought over the bill for us to pay. We felt completely disrespected. We won t return again and now have spent the last few weeks telling all our friends about the horrible experience we had. When you have customers who are spending freely, why on earth would you kick them out? Inexplicable. There are restaurants with far better service, so just skip the Highwayman.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Stopped in last Friday for a bit of a who knows what. Ended up having some cocktails and a scallop plate. Have been coming here since they opened and nothing has changed in the fact that they are ALWAYS on point. Food. drinks. service. Frist class place with a tremendous atmosphere and wonderful service. Friendly gang, Helpful and a OUT OF THE PARK bar list. My fave bar list in all of HRM. These guys are thoughtful. High recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 22, 2024

First visit here and will definitely be back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Came here originally on a girls night out in the summer. Have been back 4 times since and never disappointed. The drinks are lovely, especially the trio flights, and the food style is tapas/shareable, so feel free to indulge in many dishes. Im still dreaming of the gnocchi...yum!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Very tasty and nice restaurant, however the portions can be small for the price. Tasteful nonetheless and I recommend.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Amazing all round. Food was authentic and well executed. Service was attentive and knowledgeable. Cocktail were otherworldly. Must go for anyone going to Halifax

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Service was wonderful and the food was to die for! Got the cauliflower and the bravas patatas; both were good, but the cauliflower was better! The gin flight was amazing as well :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We had a really enjoyable Saturday dinner here. All the food was delicious (we ordered several small plates for sharing), and the cocktails really hit the spot for me. Would highly recommend Highwayman and will be going back next time I m in Halifax.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

My girlfriend and I love this place. Incredible cocktails at a great price, lovely Oysters and excellent bar food. Bartenders always happy to recommend cocktails based on your taste, delicious without fail.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

I totally loved this place. Explosions of amazing flavours

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

cocktails were good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Good vibes. Good for a date night. Staff are extremely professional and friendly. Food tasted great. Enjoyed watching staffs attention to detail.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Went for the first time because I kept hearing from colleagues that it s excellent. Was not disappointed! I had a beef dish with puréed parsnips and chard. The beef was melt-in-your-mouth delicious and the veg was so flavourful! Portions were on the small side but I didn t leave hungry. My friend had a scallop dish that he was happy with. Very interesting cocktail menu! I had something with tequila that had cucumber in it and my friend had a spicy margarita that he really liked. Nice atmosphere!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great spot downtown for small plates. Everything we tried was delicious - the scallops+pork belly, ahi tuna, and Bill & Stanley oysters were a few favorites. We sat at the bar and the bartender/server provided excellent service and gave top notch menu recommendations. The cocktail menu was overwhelming but a short chat with the bartender led to amazing cocktails suited to our tastes (we really liked a slightly spicy Gin Gin Mule and the Hotel Georgia). Comfortable and welcoming atmosphere that works equally well for a full-on splurge dinner or a lower key drink+snack.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Had a wonderful birthday dinner here, tried many of the dishes and enjoyed all of them, cocktails were a 10/10 as well. Thank you highwayman for a great birthday evening! Can t wait to come back.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The Highwayman offers a fantastic selection of drinks and tapas, with two standout features being the amazing cocktails and the vegetable plates served with delicious sauces. However, I do have a few minor complaints: Firstly, the $25 charcuterie board was underwhelming, comprising a single cheese, two meats, some olives, a plain white baguette, and no jams or sauces at all. I would have expected at least two types of cheese and some sort of jelly or sauce to accompany the board. I did request to exclude blue cheese if it was part of the spread, but its hard to believe that they only offered two types of cheese in total, with one being blue. The lack of spreads, jams, or crackers (just plain white bread, not toasted, and no herbs or fancy touches) made the charcuterie board seem less appealing. Even if the board were offered at a higher price, having more variety, or dividing the cheese into two smaller portions of different types, would have been a welcome improvement. I am aware I can add more selection on my own, however I hoped for smaller portion sizes and more variety, instead. To give the benefit of the doubt, it is possible this was clearly spelled out in the menu before ordering, however I genuinely dont remember and just quickly ordered the general charcuterie board. Additionally, securing a reservation can be challenging, if not impossible outside a certain window, as it seems they only accept them between 4:00 - 5:30 pm or so. Im not sure why this is the case, but its worth noting. Despite these minor issues, The Highwayman remains a great spot for a night out with friends, offering delightful drinks and delicious tapas.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Extraordinary food, lovely decor, and perfect service! Every dish was carefully thought through and extremely well-paced. BUT the music was excessively loud and did not suit the Spanish tapas vibe at all (American thrash metal). I was struggling to hear the conversation and people around me were shouting to be heard. If there had been a different playlist, it would have been impeccable. Still, worth going!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Highway man was good but I think it s a little overrated if you ask me. The drinks are priced higher than most restaurants in the area but they are delicious. You can tell that a mixologist made the drinks instead of a regular bartender. Don t expect to leave here full. The sharing platter don t come with much food. As a group of six we spent almost 600 dollars on drinks and food and still had to go elsewhere for dinner.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

The hype is real guys. Awesome vibe, awesome cocktails, and good food. I ordered the Mojama, and I personally wasn t a fan, but that s not to say someone else wouldn t enjoy it. 10/10, awesome place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

A colleague recommended this place. Wow am I glad I visited. It was a difficult choice and I m so glad I went with the croquetas, they were crispy on the outside and soft and warm on the inside. The I had the pork belly and scallops. Great food and presentation, great staff with interactions with a few of them.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

MY daughter was visiting from Ontario and we went her for dinner. We arrived a few minutes early and were told we could not come in until 4:00 pm opening time. It would not hurt to be allowed to come in and sit to wait in comfort rather than waiting outside. Once in, the food was very good with strong flavours and everything was delicious. We had the beef, scallops and shrimp and they were all excellent. The portions were small and we were told that was because things were intended to be shared; not sure why that makes for small portions . . . Service was good and our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about the options.

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Very good dishes for what we tried, but the portion size is very small. And certainly not enough to feel close to full.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Friendly staff, delicious oysters and sangria

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Cocktails and oysters were incredible. Great service. Great atmosphere

★★★★
December 22, 2023

Repeatedly was recommended this place. Was satisfied with the recommendation. Friendly greeting upon entry and had a nice solo high top to myself. Recommend booking in advance as it does look to be a busy place. For libations I had the gin flight which I felt I could have skipped. I should have made the Surgeon on Acid my primary choice though as that was pretty top notch. For food I tried out some of their tapa options (kind of over did it though but when youre a glutton). The pork belly with fennel was great. Great selection of Spanish sausage. Super tender beef short rib. Definitely hit this place up on your next visit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Each dish was excellent and the selections were inventive and deftly prepared. Wines were well selected. Servers were friendly, efficient. Try to sit away from the door, which can admit an unwelcome breeze if folks hold it open too long.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Excellent tapas...I felt like I was in Spain! The house charcuterie is worth trying.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Was a decent experience as I was from out of town. I found it was a little difficult to get the waitress attention once we had our drinks as we are being ignored. The drinks had been pretty good and the atmosphere itself was nice. Its pretty dark ! You dont need a reservation if you go during the week but I suspect youd need one of you go Friday night or weekend evenings.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

What can I say other than a great all round experience. The food is a modern twist on Spanish tapas. Each dish is a delicate balance of textures with a freshness you don t get in the classic versions.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place was rocking. One of the best tapas bars Ive been to and definitely tops in Halifax. The vegetable plates were stupid good

★★★★
December 22, 2023

The cocktails were amazing! The food was delicious but nothing that made us go WOW . Loved the atmosphere and the open kitchen. The service was lacklustre, very nice people but we felt like we were being ignored. At a restaurant with this level of food we just expected a little more from the service. The oysters and olives & almonds were the best! We felt the two veggie dishes that we ordered were too similar in composition to stand out (gnocchi and carrots).

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

So good! We went for happy hour and its an absolute steal. If this place was in Paris, NY, LA, etc. it would be absolutely packed from 4 to 5. Excellent platters and oysters, $10 cocktails, and a cool but unpretentious vibe. Well definitely be back!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great food and great service. Oysters were great!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Delicious drinks

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Amazing little spot in the city Spanish influenced dishes and chef created presentations that will dazzle any foodie! And tantalize your palate!

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

Great little spot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Spicy and classic margaritas were well done. Highly recommend pork belly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We are soon to leave Nova Scotia after three very happy years to return to the UK and regular visits to the Highwayman have been highlights in terms of eating out here. We love everything about the place from the warm welcome from the lovely team to the exceptional food and cocktails. We were so lucky to have a place like this on our doorstep and everyone we have taken there has been wowed by the quality and taste of the food and drink here. Our favourite dishes are the simple but delicious pan con tomate, the pork belly and fennel pinchos and the croquetas but to be honest we have enjoyed pretty much everything. Thank you to all the team for many happy evenings at the Highwayman. We wish you ongoing success for the future. You are doing a great job!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Delightful and savory bites with balanced cocktails to boot.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

This place gave me great satisfaction as a first-time visitor to Halifax. Although reservations are a bit difficult, the delicious food and friendly servers make me happy. It was quite expensive because I ordered a lot of food, but it was a fun time eating with my beloved wife. Parking: For parking, you have to park nearby for a fee on the street or walk a bit to find a paid parking lot. There are quite a few paid parking lots within a 5 to 10 minute walk.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

My experience was amazing. Food was top tier, along with service and drinks. I still cant get over how perfect my spicy marg was, the scallop crudo and the gnocchi with pistachio pesto and peas. These were stand outs, but you cant go wrong with anything!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

We came here for happy hour and had the best time! Oysters were so so tasty, we got to try three different types from around the maritimes, and the cocktails were insanely good. The vibes were also excellent, decor is so charming and welcoming and the playlist was top tier. Highly recommend for fellow cocktail lovers!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The atmosphere and taste were awesome. It was really good, but it was too expensive.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Excellent again... intimate with a good vibe and eclectic small plates...fab cocktails

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Upscale cocktails and tapas place perfect for after work drinks. On the pricey side but worth it.

Local Guide
December 22, 2023

I visited this restaurant with three friends, and our experience was extremely disappointing. We arrived at 8 PM and had to wait for more than two hours for our orders to finally arrive. What made it worse was that each of us received our dishes separately, which made the evening far from enjoyable. To make matters even worse, there was an incident when I took my glass of wine outdoors to smoke. A female waiter, (illustrated on the postcard given to us with the bill) approached me quite aggressively and attempted to grab my glass of wine without properly explaining the rules. Given the recent global pandemic, I expected a higher level of awareness and hygiene from the staff. This experience was far from what one would hope for, especially in Halifax, Canada. One star is generous for such a disappointing visit. I would strongly advise against dining at this establishment. Not only was the service shockingly slow, but it was also incredibly overpriced. Our group ended up spending nearly $250, and what we received in return was subpar food portions and unacceptable service. This experience left a sour taste in our mouths, both figuratively and literally. One star is more than this place deserves.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Fantastic ambiance, gorgeous cocktails, and food that will make you wonder if you might not just be in Spain for an evening. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Cata agave bar was amazing

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Great selection of cocktails with a unique twist on flights. We enjoys the tapas style food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Five friends and I had a fantastic evening here. We each ordered 2 to 3 amazing cocktails, we also got a ton of small plates and we all left feeling perfectly satiated. The food was excellent and so delicious; accompanied by the cozy ambiance and supreme service, we felt right at home. This is not your average restaurant. Come adventurous and willing to try new things. There is so much variety in the menu, I really look forward to my next visit (soon!)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

Not many places in Halifax come even close. The scallop crudo is one of the best things Ive ever tasted in my life.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2023

The food was delicious, but had its flaws. The yellowfin tuna belly was much leaner than we thought and steak was unevenly cooked - some pieces being cooked to medium while others were cooked to rare. However, the croquetas and scallops were really delicious. The mojo rojo sauce was fantastic as well. The music seemed unnecessarily loud, but that may have been due to the rowdy group that was at the restaurant.

★★★★★
December 22, 2023

This place is consistently delicious!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

So good! Every dish was well prepared and well thought out. Every bite was delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Been here four or five times in the last four or five years. The place is rather small with seating for 30 at most? Dark, modern atmosphere with seats at bar if tables are full. Service is very good with knowledgeable and cool staff. You will probably have to ask for descriptions for many of the menu items, which they are good at. The tapas are perfect for trying lots of variety, especially to share if you just want a bite of many different things. The idea is that things come out one at a time so its just fun seeing whats next, if you do order a variety of items. Eg the other Friday night I made 6pm reservations to take a friend for her bday. We split 5 tapas, an entree, a dessert, 3 cocktails and a bottle of wine, with the total bill after tax coming to $200 exactly. Id go back any time.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Sooooo good. The only one bar with food after 11. tasty good

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Terrific diverse menu with great vegetables, there were no misses with everything ranged in quality from very good to stellar. Diverse very enjoyable bar options (cocktails, spirits, wine, draft beer) with no misses. Service was spot on. Very much appreciated how the meal was paced. Expect moderate music volume (those with hearing issues should avoid), appropriate for those that do not want to hear their neighbours conversations. Expect low lighting, so those that require to use their phone flashlight may want to avoid. Order the pesto carrots and Quail Egg + Artichoke Pintxos. $100 pp with one drink and a medium appetite, tipping 18%.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Bartender was amazing, the staff in general were just amazing! Great space, if youve ever been to Montreal this space has that vibe through and through. The quail egg pintxo was absolutely perfect! If you dont get it you are a fool! Definitely going back to explore the whole menu!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I dont really see what the fuss is about with this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Favourite spot for a meal and drinks in Halifax. Service is great, food is great, room is great, drinks are great. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

It was good. The drinks are one of the best in Halifax for an expensive place worth it. Food overall very good. The pork belly was wayyy too fatty and even though it was crispy it was still too much. Otherwise good. Great oysters.

★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

it was okay! it was super busy and it took a while to get a server and they were not very responsive. in a cool area!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I love you, 10/10 top service, top drinks, top food********

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Service was slow

★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Our experience at Highwayman started out amazingly. Unfortunately, the larger plates didnt deliver. The scallop crudo... EXCELLENT. I could probably eat this for the rest of my life and be happy. The croquetas were perfect and the kitchens selection of meat and cheeses were nice though we would have preferred two types of cheese rather than just Manchego. The charred carrot was good. We ordered the broccoli and whipped feta upon the servers recommendation but it was nothing special and although feta is salty, this dish was unreasonably so. The Spanish tortilla, is for all intents and purposes, a frittata topped with mushrooms. It was bland and we could not taste the cinnamon listed in the description. The saffron flavour of the poached trout was distinct but the dish was so salty it was difficult to finish. Despite what we didnt like, I think wed still like to try the other dishes but we were late arriving and the restaurant switched to its late night menu mid-way through our meal. The cocktails we had were nice. I would suggest offering some kind of mix with the spirit flights, like a small bottle of soda or or something. Would have liked to try the flight but wasnt interested in straight-up booze. Upon arrival, we were welcomed immediately by friendly staff. The service during our meal was casual but good. The space and ambiance is nice. Id recommend for the smaller plates but it was a miss for me on the more substantial dishes. That said, Id go back for the scallops crudo, croquetas and charcuterie - oh, and the Grenache I had was lovely.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Superb place with lots of tapas. Everything is good! Allow a week to reserve the weekend. The service is fast and efficient. There are even alcohol flights, Ive never seen that!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

I have been meaning to come here for years. I m very glad that I had the opportunity this time around while visiting Halifax. Great assortment of foods and snacks, and the bar master made me three awesome cocktails based on my preferences. The place was packed and vibrant but that only added to the appeal and mood! Highly recommend you give Highwayman a try.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Delicious food, knowledgeable service. Our first visit but it won t be our last!

★★★★
December 22, 2022

Amazing drinks and fresh oysters

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Definitely some of the best food in the city. Very impressed with our experience at Highwayman.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Always have to go to the Highwayman when in Halifax!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Amazing food and amazing service from Bernadette!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

When you see me posting so many photos mean I am very much love this restaurant. From the decor to the food and to the drinks, I highly recommend this place. The service is pretty good too!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Interesting menu and coctails. This restaurant has one long room with a prominent bar on one side....well made and innovative cocktails...menu doesnt disappoint...everything is fresh and beautifully presented.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

One of my favourite meals ever is from here - cant wait to go back!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Went to highway man for the first time last week. We had Kirsten as our waitress, and the service was lovely. Ordered a variety of cocktails and a few beers +shot throughout the night. The cocktails were all very good and the recommendations for which cocktail to go with always matched what I was looking for. The cocktails I had were the cooler cup, Escondido, and the eastbound. We had a few orders of oysters, all of which were really good paired with their hot sauce, lemon, and mignonette dressing. Along with the oysters, we ordered the seafood tower, which was a dozen oysters, and had the scallop crudo and the albacore tuna, there was a third seafood dish but I can t remember which one it was. The scallops were my favourite of the night. Additionally, we had a dish of the shrimp with garlic and the beef tartare. My partner s favourite was the beef tartare. The only thing that would have made the experience with the food better, would have been bread. There was so much delicious sauce left over in most of the dishes. Although we ask for as much bread as possible for this specific reason, we only were brought two slices. This was the only frustrating/negative part of the evening. Even with the beef tartare, the bread was in short supply not sure why they re stingy with their bread portions.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Really fantastic Spanish tapas place. Excellent food. Top notch bar.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Amazing food, was so good. Lots of fish options. And dont skip the veg dishes as they are just as amazing. Vegetarian options: A few options for veg but didnt see any vegan options

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great tapas & cocktails. Friendly & prompt service. Relaxed vibe & trendy decor.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great vibe and service. Food was delicious and drink selection was good

★★★
December 22, 2022

It s slightly upsetting to have to write this review. The food and drinks were amazing, I would definitely recommend, but the service was not it. Disclosure: we were late for our reservation and were told things may be rushed. Fair enough. However, how this message was conveyed immediately killed the vibe. Throughout the service, the server made passive aggressive remarks about us having limited time. This happened whenever we ordered a drink or a dish. Everything felt rushed and in the end, we felt unwelcome. I think there was a better way to go about the situation; there s a way to tell a group of people that they have limited time without making them feel like they need to leave as soon as possible. In fact, even though we were late, we only stayed 15 minutes over the two-hour limit. It s not like we were there an hour over our limit. Anyway, kudos to the kitchen staff for making the food as quickly as they did. It was very well done. Despite the awkward service, I would come back for the food and drinks. FYI: show up for your reservation on time or you may be in store for a not-so-great experience.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

This was a solid 4.6 star place, imo. Only sided on the Google 4 for this review because the croquetas were disappointing, the breading was very oily, generic and the filling lacked depth. Not worth being on their otherwise great menu! The oysters from NS were incredible, as youd expect from a NS based restaurant but the woman who served them didnt do the classic this one is ____ from ____... I had to flag someone down to ask, which was, just kind of strange to me. I sort of wish I only ordered like 36 of the NS ones, with a small side but I wanted to try a few things. The cocktails were decent and the bartender was chill. Would definitely come back, the ambiance is nice. FYI, the place also attracts those 30-45 something sleezy businessmen if you like being chatted up by dudes who are probably looking for a one-night stand. (Not that they chatted me up obv, but I felt uncomfortable for the table of young 19-21 yr old girls stuck at a table beside the creeps).

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

easily the best restaurant in halifax with incredibly tasteful and curated menus paired with genuine servers and bartenders. my favourite spot in town!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Amazing cocktails, service and tapas. Halifax has a gem here- decadent and delicious food.

December 22, 2022

We arrived on-time for a 7:30 pm reservation (this evening). We were sat at our table and a server greeted us. They took our drink order (bottle of red wine - $68) in a reasonable amount of time, but then failed to visit us again for 15-20 minutes as we waited to order our meals. Food being served next to us looked great, but the lack of service was inexplicable as half of the restaurant was empty when we left. They may account that to customer changeover, but there is still no excuse. Poor service at the end of the day (or in the mid-evening of a Tuesday).

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

This place is SO GOOD!! Keep in mind it is tapas, but on the more expensive side. Regardless everything we tried was great, the staff are lovely, the decor/setting is gorgeous!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

The food was amazing. The only problem was that I couldn t try everything !

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Lovely + intimate at night. If you like fancy cocktails and seafood then this is a good place for you. They did charge for a couple slices of bread & butter that I felt probably wasnt worth the price, but I really enjoyed the oysters. They were top notch.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great spot for drinks with a warm atmosphere

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great food, super place! We tried 6 dishes & all were delicious, especially the vegetable ones. They even had chanterelle mushrooms on toast - what a treat. Although you might think of Halifax as seafood-only, you d be wrong. The Highwayman is a must-visit. Great bartender & creative cocktails

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Michael was our bartender and he did a magnificent job, any drink you could imagine or want, he can make. Our experience was super pleasant, the room was nice, drinks and food were amazing. Great service. Of you are visiting Halifax downtown I 100% recommend.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Keegan the bar manager was absolutely wonderful from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. We sat at the bar and enjoyed every second of it. Fantastic recommendations from the late night menu. Amazing service! The staff works as a team, cohesive, accurate and quick. Atmosphere was warm and inviting. Thank you!!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Love the place, food and cocktails are delicious. Really good ambiance

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

excellent

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

What a beautiful spot! Intimate seating and trendy decor. Candlelit dinner of shared dishes made for an intimate date night for us! Would give more than 5 stars if possible.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

We got into Halifax late, around 10PM and wanted to have dinner that wasn t pub food and noticed Highwayman was open until midnight. They have a late night menu that s packed with so many delicious options it was hard to choose! The smoked trout rillette really stole the show though. It was salty, Smokey and the cucumber gave it a nice crunch and freshness. We also got the bread with tomato, potatoes bravas, and the canned tuna in oil. The tuna comes with bread, an aoili, lemon, olives, and some salt. I loved the idea of building the perfect bite. I highly recommend coming here and I hope we are able to stop by again before leaving Halifax!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Lets get together he said, How about we go to Highway man for Happy Hour she said. HE ! YES HE was LATE. We arrive to Highway man pleasantly greeted, a warm welcome at the bar as well. We started off with a Caesar , the absolute best tasting Caesar ever, and oysters, also delish! We then tried the scallop, and cucumber dish, it is raw, yet refreshing and meaty with a crunch, and the potato morsels recommended were not only a compliment to our feast but also outstanding, Ending He had a Gin cocktail, and I a glass of wine. Totally satisfied , the bill wasnt too bad either :) But maybe he wont be late next time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great small bites and cocktails! A great time, with great energy. Outstanding service and food location. I will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Great spot for a drink and a snack. The happy hour deals are really nice - we got a pitcher of Sangria, oysters (which, at $2 per, are the cheapest we found in the city) and some tapas to finish off. The food was delicious and the prices feel right for the quality.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Michel was great. Knowledgeable, friendly and professional.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Stopped in for some cocktails while in town recently. Absolutely beautiful space! Cocktail offerings were excellent and diverse. The flight of Gin and Tonics was quite interesting.

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Great tapas style restaurant with some amazing dishes. The four of us shared the beef tartare, meatballs, scallops with pork belly and the flank steak. Everything was delicious, complimented with some fantastic cocktails!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Heard so many great things about this place, so we put it on the must-try list during our trip to Halifax, and Im so glad we did. Phenomenal experience. Top notch food, atmosphere, and staff. Great place to hangout for a drink, chill or go out on a date while enjoying some quality seafood. We ordered the seafood platter off their Happy Hour menu, which includes a half dozen oysters, 2 chilled seafood dishes and sides. The oysters were delicious and fresh, and the seafood dishes prepared fresh by the chef were perfect compliments to the platter. The whole experience from start to finish was amazing, I will definitely be coming back on my next trip and highly recommend this place to any future travellers!

★★★★★
December 22, 2022

Superb atmosphere. Delicious cocktails. Service was good. Would def come back

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2022

Kinda the best snack bar in the city.

★★★
December 22, 2022

Good food...loud music!! Conversation difficult. Vegetarian options: Some veggie choices Parking: Not sure. I taxied.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Expensive but you get what you pay for, fantastic food and cocktails that will likely set your new bar for cocktails for anywhere else you go.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Escaped to forget a so-so dinner. Boy I picked the right spot! Really, really great drinks.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

masterpiece.

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Great cocktails, food and staff! If you want to treat yourself, just go.

December 22, 2021

The 2 Best words to describe this place is Pretentious & misogynistic . I have been to this restaurant a handful of times since they opened, and each experience has gotten worse. Essentially to get a waiter, waitress, or bartenders attention, you should expect to wear hipster, influencer attire , or a suit . it s best if you are a male or majority male party as well. Also doesn t hurt if you have attended St Fx- you ll get preferential treatment if your a bro from there. Otherwise if you are a hard working, regular citizen from the city or visiting from out of town, you will probably wait for a server to acknowledge you, you MAY get some water offered, maybe not. A lot of the time, when you re waiting to be greeted, given menus or waiting for your food or drink to come, you ll note that there is a bro sesh usually happening behind the bar around The entrance. There are many many other restaurants downtown Halifax that have the same environment as this one, but you Will be accepted, and taken care of at all of these other spots, no matter who you are or what you look like. I highly! Recommend you save your time, money and kindness for other local restaurants who will be happy to serve you and help you make a night out fulfilling and enjoyable. If you do go to this place, I am sorry for your loss. Your loss of time, your loss of money, and your loss of a wonderful evening anywhere else in the city.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

This place is special. The food. The Cocktails. The service. I d dine here daily if I could.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 22, 2021

Authentic Spanish and very delicious!

★★★★★
December 22, 2021

Was in Nova Scotia for Daughters (ST FX) X-Ring Ceremony. Was given the Highwayman as a recommendation to get too while in Halifax. Extremely glad we got the tip. What a great venue, to enjoy fantastic drinks and food. Sat at bar and talked for hrs with one of the owners, Matt, who was a great host and as it turned out, another former ST FX Athlete Graduate. If you ever have the chance to try this place out, I highly recommend it on all levels. You will not be disapppointed. If you appreciate a real drink and great food, this is a must go to in Halifax.