Our restaurant 'Stories' celebrates the union of people, innovative food & wine, polite service and warm atmosphere. Each and every facet of a dining experience has a story. From the pedigree of our food products, our partnerships with indigenous farmers, foragers and fishermen, to our guests who choose to celebrate their "continuing story" with us.
We showcase regional seafood and game in intimate dining rooms, a best kept secret and a favorite retreat for those serious about food. An ideal venue for special gatherings and dinner meetings. Our intimate rooms provide the perfect balance of comfort, style and privacy with a central location minutes away from the historic waterfront and downtown business hotels.
We showcase regional seafood and game in intimate dining rooms, a best kept secret and a favorite retreat for those serious about food. An ideal venue for special gatherings and dinner meetings. Our intimate rooms provide the perfect balance of comfort, style and privacy with a central location minutes away from the historic waterfront and downtown business hotels.
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Our private rooms are perfect for your discreet business dinner or intimate family gathering. Private dinner service available for parties 22 and under. Our colourful garden courtyard and warmly lit library are ideal spaces for pre-dinner gatherings. Cocktails, craft beers and wines by the glass paired with our chef's inventively prepared hors d'oeuvres make a great first impression for your guests.
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Wilma C.
Jul 11, 2019
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Amazing dining experience at Stories!
Read great reviews on multiple platforms, loved that online reservations are available, no deposit required. It's attached to the inn next door, it's a small space but cozy and nicely decorated.
Our server was attentive (her name started with an M) friendly and food was amazing. Appetizers were around $15-20, mains around $30, which is not outrageous. We ordered 3 appetizers to share and 2 mains. The scallops appetizer is amazing - rice paper wrap is crispy, and the scallops were juicy and fresh. Salmon dish was cooked perfectly and the sauce
Read great reviews on multiple platforms, loved that online reservations are available, no deposit required. It's attached to the inn next door, it's a small space but cozy and nicely decorated.
Our server was attentive (her name started with an M) friendly and food was amazing. Appetizers were around $15-20, mains around $30, which is not outrageous. We ordered 3 appetizers to share and 2 mains. The scallops appetizer is amazing - rice paper wrap is crispy, and the scallops were juicy and fresh. Salmon dish was cooked perfectly and the sauce
Nada H.
May 29, 2017
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I ordered the beef strip loin and it was amazing! Juicy, tender and cooked medium-medium well perfectly. The dessert was just alright. I got the chocolate flourless cake with banana rum ice cream. The cake was moist and delicious but the combination with the ice-cream made the whole plate a little bitter for my taste. I did love the ambience. The seating area is limited but that is only because the restaurant is set in the lobby of the Halliburton Hotel. Price is on the higher side, but definitely worth it!
Janet S.
Mar 18, 2017
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Tim B.
Feb 28, 2016
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Set in the Halliburton Hotel, a delightful old building in the South End of Halifax, Stories really is fine dining at its best. We dined here as a party of six during February's Dine Around Nova Scotia festival. We plumped for Stories largely because their set menus were less restricted than most other restaurants taking part and also because the gang fancied red meat. Of which there was an embarrassment of choices, many of which are somewhat unconventional. Or rarely offered, such as bison and duck.
We were seated in one of the small private dining rooms, which was a pleasant surprise and
We were seated in one of the small private dining rooms, which was a pleasant surprise and
Standard D.
Nov 07, 2015
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Was visiting friends and had found this restaurant from yelp reviews in advance. We almost missed in when driving past but walked back up the street to a sign which clearly identified it as our venue.
There were 4 of us and we were seated in the back room where there were another 3 tables. The waitress was friendly and efficient throughout and whilst the menu is small the food is very good and interesting. We ordered a bottle of Ontario wine to go with our meal and settled into a very comfortable and satisfying setting and meal. The only disappointment I had was we ordered the cheese plate
There were 4 of us and we were seated in the back room where there were another 3 tables. The waitress was friendly and efficient throughout and whilst the menu is small the food is very good and interesting. We ordered a bottle of Ontario wine to go with our meal and settled into a very comfortable and satisfying setting and meal. The only disappointment I had was we ordered the cheese plate
Cole P.
Aug 28, 2015
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Walk in accidentally , it's a really small restaurant, but lucky we got a table .
We were sitting by the door I only saw two servers , well organized and friendly, explained the menu clearly.
The scallop from the starter is awesome especially the sauce on the scallop. And the crab cake you can actually taste full of crab !!!
We also got the beef for our main course , well I'm kinda picky about the beef , I would say about average and the cheese is kinda salty, but my friend love it .
It's a bit pricey for sure , 70 buck each without drink and tips. But strongly recommended!!!
We were sitting by the door I only saw two servers , well organized and friendly, explained the menu clearly.
The scallop from the starter is awesome especially the sauce on the scallop. And the crab cake you can actually taste full of crab !!!
We also got the beef for our main course , well I'm kinda picky about the beef , I would say about average and the cheese is kinda salty, but my friend love it .
It's a bit pricey for sure , 70 buck each without drink and tips. But strongly recommended!!!
Jasmine C.
May 12, 2013
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Robin S.
Feb 19, 2013
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Lovely, just lovely.
As I've mentioned in a few of my other reviews, my friend and I have a tradition that around Christmastime, we splurge on a fancy dinner. This year it was Stories.
The food was delish, and as it often happens in Halifax, the waitress ended up being a friend-of-a-friend. Beautifully plated, impeccable flavours, note-perfect service - all of it what you'd expect from a restaurant of this caliber. It was slightly less memorable than some places we've been, and both of us had been hoping for more game options (which is why we chose Stories) and there was no nightly
As I've mentioned in a few of my other reviews, my friend and I have a tradition that around Christmastime, we splurge on a fancy dinner. This year it was Stories.
The food was delish, and as it often happens in Halifax, the waitress ended up being a friend-of-a-friend. Beautifully plated, impeccable flavours, note-perfect service - all of it what you'd expect from a restaurant of this caliber. It was slightly less memorable than some places we've been, and both of us had been hoping for more game options (which is why we chose Stories) and there was no nightly
Vanessa J.
Feb 21, 2012
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I can't believe it's taken me so long to visit this restaurant. Well actually it's somewhat above my budget for a typical night out, so that probably played a role. It's Dine Out month, which means that there was a fixed price menu. The great thing about stories is that the full menu is the dine out menu, so you know you're not getting lower quality food.
The restaurant is beautiful but not overdone. We were in the first dining room so I didn't get a chance to check out the other room. We started our meal with the bread course - I probably get more excited than I
The restaurant is beautiful but not overdone. We were in the first dining room so I didn't get a chance to check out the other room. We started our meal with the bread course - I probably get more excited than I
Breighan H.
Jan 25, 2012
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I'd heard good things about this place, but had no idea how fancy it was. I guess I didn't hear the "fine dining" part. In the back of my mind, though-- I knew this was no place I would ever choose to dine if I was paying. Last weekend, I was invited to go to Stories for a dinner training I was pretty excited at the prospect. My employer called ahead to ensure there was something vegetarian on the menu for me.
When we arrived, we were escorted into a private room which is where we dined. It was pretty fancy, yet very comfortable. Our server clearly loved her job-- she was
When we arrived, we were escorted into a private room which is where we dined. It was pretty fancy, yet very comfortable. Our server clearly loved her job-- she was
Sarah B.
Nov 15, 2011
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Casual Fine Dining.. that's their motto. What is that? You got me. However, there is absolutely nothing casual about what is delivered on your plate. I've been there several times, and each time get blown away with how amazing meat really is. I've had almost everything on the menu, but notable mentions are: Their steak which is as thick as a tree, topped with cheese and served with delectable potatoes and veges. The bison, ordered rare will have you smiling with every bite, and their hen is cooked heavenly. Stories is famous for their scallops. They, well, are the best thing I&apos
Derek S.
Oct 05, 2011
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Went back here recently for our anniversary to try their Epicurious Adventure, which is a blind tasting for two. My wife and I got seven courses selected by the Chef, and although we had no idea in advance what we were getting, each course was more delicious than the last. It is definitely not a meal for the faint of heart or the light of wallet, but it is without a doubt one of the finest culinary experiences I have ever had anywhere. Just be sure to book in advance, as they typically require notice to prepare it.
Sue A.
Apr 02, 2011
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I have to confess in my 15+ years living in Halifax, I had never ventured to try Stories. I knew it had a reputation for serving game and that it was a more expensive restaurant.
Lured in by a promotion, try any three courses from the menu for $45 on until April 30, 2011, my husband and I had dinner there last night. What a delightful experience. I'm sorry we hadn't eaten here earlier.
There are two joined dining rooms. We sat in the smaller of the two. It would seat twelve or fourteen comfortably. The service was fantastic--friendly, knowledgeable and attentive--without any hint of
Lured in by a promotion, try any three courses from the menu for $45 on until April 30, 2011, my husband and I had dinner there last night. What a delightful experience. I'm sorry we hadn't eaten here earlier.
There are two joined dining rooms. We sat in the smaller of the two. It would seat twelve or fourteen comfortably. The service was fantastic--friendly, knowledgeable and attentive--without any hint of
Jill M.
Jan 25, 2011
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OK, let's be real: I wouldn't have eaten here if I'd been the one paying.
But if you can afford it, this is a Must. The food was sublime. I don't usually get excited about salad, but with goat cheese, apple and walnuts, I could have eaten three servings of those greens. The crab cakes were the best I've ever had, and the bison was a shock - tender, moist and flavorful. Who knew? (Classy, rich people probably knew. I did not know.)
Stories is definitely "fine dining", and you pay for it. But is it ever worth it. The service was outstanding and the decor is
But if you can afford it, this is a Must. The food was sublime. I don't usually get excited about salad, but with goat cheese, apple and walnuts, I could have eaten three servings of those greens. The crab cakes were the best I've ever had, and the bison was a shock - tender, moist and flavorful. Who knew? (Classy, rich people probably knew. I did not know.)
Stories is definitely "fine dining", and you pay for it. But is it ever worth it. The service was outstanding and the decor is
Laura P.
Jul 10, 2010
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A recent walk-by was only to be followed up by an active curiosity, as I popped inside The Haliburton's lovely interiors to Stories Fine Dining for a bite.
"Casual Fine Dining" is its catch-phrase, and I must say I'm a fan. Everything about this spot speaks cordial, upscale and a classy digs, but there is a relaxed consistency that really works.
Tables are met with perfectly placed settings and attention to detail. Not a ruffle in sight, the staff and service continues to roll along the same wavelength. Opting for the Ahi tuna and salmon "medium rare" with an asian
"Casual Fine Dining" is its catch-phrase, and I must say I'm a fan. Everything about this spot speaks cordial, upscale and a classy digs, but there is a relaxed consistency that really works.
Tables are met with perfectly placed settings and attention to detail. Not a ruffle in sight, the staff and service continues to roll along the same wavelength. Opting for the Ahi tuna and salmon "medium rare" with an asian
