Located in a heritage building, 5 fishermen brings its unique style of contemporary cuisine and urban design to Downtown Halifax. Our new menu allows you to enjoy your favourite 5 Fishermen classics, in the comfort of our new and renovated space. If you are looking for a more relaxed social vibe, visit our cocktail lounge downstairs at 5 Social.
There you can enjoy curated cocktails, a large selection of sharable plates and music from our in-house DJ. Private DiningEnjoy a welcoming atmosphere for casual social gatherings and business meetings alike. Thank you, Nova Scotia!
There you can enjoy curated cocktails, a large selection of sharable plates and music from our in-house DJ. Private DiningEnjoy a welcoming atmosphere for casual social gatherings and business meetings alike. Thank you, Nova Scotia!
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The 5 Fishermen Restaurant is housed in a building that was originally constructed as a schoolhouse in 1817. Across the street is St Paul's Anglican Church, the oldest building in Halifax, built in 1750, the year after Halifax was founded. By the early 1800's, Halifax was experiencing exciting growth and development, and the need for a school was far too apparent.
Chef Greg, a native of Toronto, comes from a family that was built around the dinner table. It was a time to unwind, laugh and indulge with great food so it comes as no surprise that he decided to become a chef at the young age of 16. Chef Greg's lifelong love affair with food began at an early age.
From our intimate shellfish bar reception area to semi-private spaces and private dining room, we invite you to discover the sophisticated ambiance, together. Dine in the beautifully appointed room that can accommodate up to 36 guests. Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere for casual social gatherings and business meetings alike.
Reviews (10)
Albert Luk
Dec 28, 2021
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Environment: class, great decor. Food: crab croquettes 3/$15, delicious but some bites can taste more like “filler” than crabs. Tartare: subtle, good, couldn’t really taste any “smoke”. Five fisherman experience: well presented and almost complete. Main gripe is, too much risotto and no greens. Scallops were flavourful, salmon and halibut tasty, seaweed/crispers added texture, shrimps average in size. Overall a good experience.
Elizabeth Dirksen
Nov 22, 2021
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Tyler Black
Nov 17, 2021
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I lived in Halifax in the early 2000s and when I came back for a trip I very much looked forward to coming back to the Five Fishermen. It's obviously changed quite a bit and went upscale, but I was quite disappointed. I expected to be blown away by seafood and I got adequate seafood. No complaints on the food, but it's definitely not the way it used to be, with quantity and quality overwhelming you. The service was extremely disappointing as I waited 15 minutes AFTER being seated to see the server and get our water. We had a reservation, and especially when the establishment is upscale, this never
Lisa Allan
Oct 22, 2021
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We stopped in for Burger Week without a reservation and thankfully we were able to be seated at the bar upstairs. The atmosphere is wonderful, the staff friendly and inviting, great service. We ordered the Wagyu burger and truffle fries, and wow so delicious. The Five Fisherman is a must try if your looking for good food and great atmosphere and I'd suggest making a reservation if you want to guarantee being seated.
Bruce White
Oct 14, 2021
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Casey Melissa
Oct 03, 2021
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This place was an absolute gem. Must do! We sat in Five Social but ordered from both the Five Fisherman and the Five Social menus. Definitely pricey but sooooo worth it. The atmosphere was fun, the decor is beautiful, the cocktails are amazing to look at and drink (heads up... for a few of them you're going to want to be ready for a video). Shintaro was our guy and he was so much fun. Think my hubby made a friend for life 🤗.
Food: To DIE for! Love fish? Get the Five Fish Dish. Don't love fish? (like me)... definitely get the prosciutto wrapped chicken.
Food: To DIE for! Love fish? Get the Five Fish Dish. Don't love fish? (like me)... definitely get the prosciutto wrapped chicken.
Happy GoLucky
Oct 02, 2021
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Atmosphere 5/5 - Menu 5/5 - Service 3/5 - Food 4/5 - Location 5/5 Cocktails 5/5
What a treat to dine at the 5 fishermen this weekend. Such a lovely spot with great music, we had the tuna tartare which was delicious and everything you’d want in such a dish. The lobster tower (which is what drew us to this restaurant ) was tasty. Cocktails were delicious. The tuna & umami fried rice was ok, I felt the mushrooms inside the dish over powered all of the other delicate flavours to the point where it tasted like mushroom fried rice. The restaurant seemed understaffed which gave the feeling of the restaurant
What a treat to dine at the 5 fishermen this weekend. Such a lovely spot with great music, we had the tuna tartare which was delicious and everything you’d want in such a dish. The lobster tower (which is what drew us to this restaurant ) was tasty. Cocktails were delicious. The tuna & umami fried rice was ok, I felt the mushrooms inside the dish over powered all of the other delicate flavours to the point where it tasted like mushroom fried rice. The restaurant seemed understaffed which gave the feeling of the restaurant
Sylvia Vuong
Sep 28, 2021
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Vanco P.
Sep 27, 2021
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Max DeNardis
Sep 24, 2021
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Oh so good....decor was everything, and the food was spectacular. I had oysters and the 5 Fish experience...so good. But the star was the smoked mushroom tartare my husband ordered...amazing presentation and flavor. His umami rice was also incredible. Not often do vegan options get the same care and attention in a non-vegan restaurant, so this was a magnificent surprise. Our server, Emma, was a delight!!
