The Bicycle Thief

The Bicycle Thief is a very popular restaurant along the harbourfront in Halifax for good reason. The service was 10/10 as the hostess were friendly & welcoming, & our server was also very friendly & knowledgeable on the menu. He made sure to check with us if there was any allergies to be aware of & was always checking up on us. Be aware that you must reserve a table as it does get fully booked & is unlikely to have seating right away if you walk in!! For appetizers, we had to get the fresh oysters which were perfect and so fresh - and the calamari which was sooo good as well! Those are both a must try. For mains, we got the Crab Ravioli, which was a good amount of food & was very filling - highly recommend! The Linguine All’aragosta was a recommendation from our server & it lived up to our expectations. And if you’re looking to eat a variety of seafood for dinner, get the Seafood Stew. We loved it as it was filling & the scallops in it was definitely a highlight. I couldn’t recommend this place more

I had wonderful experience here along with my wife. We came without reservation to celebrate our anniversary, and we received a nice service. We sat down outside around 6pm so we would be able to enjoy the sunset. We got jumbo shrimps with garlic for entries and they were delicious and a couple of glasses of wine After that we tried the Spaghetti with Fruti di Mari and the Diavola. We loved so much the food and specially the service. In the end we ordered a dessert and they put a lovely message to make the ocassion more special.

You can see that most of the reviews here are very favourable for this restaurant. That's because the food, the service, the ambience, the location, are all spectacular. The food we had was faultless! It was delicious, beautifully presented, and the wait staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and helpful. No wonder this restaurant is a hit! It was my daughter's birthday vacation and they surprised her with a sundae brought out in a tall glass, on a plate with Happy Birthday written on it. See, it's the small things that count!! lol It's a good thing I don't live in Halifax, because I'd be at this restaurant far too often!! Well done, Bicycle Thief!

Took my family here for dinner. The service was great. The food was ok. We started with an octopus appetizer and the flavour was just ok. It was nothing to race about. My partner ordered a risotto with scallop. The risotto was too aldente. My daughter ordered a crab tortellini and it was also too aldente. The sauce was terrific. Had a great taste of lemon. I had Linguine Fra Diavolo Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp. My pasta was cooked perfectly. The sauce I thought was not spicy enough.

The Bicycle Thief is hands down one of the best Italian restaurants on the Halifax waterfront! We went for my Birthday and it was one of best decisions for having dinner. The atmosphere is lively, the service is warm, and the food is absolutely outstanding. We ordered the Suprema di Pollo (Local Valley Chicken filled with Fontina), Red Ravioli, Gnocchi all’Amatriciana, and Insalata Panzanella – every single dish was made to perfection and bursting with authentic flavor. Portions were generous, good for one person, presentation was beautiful, and everything tasted fresh and well balanced. A reservation is highly recommended as this place gets very busy, especially during peak meal times. If you’re in downtown Halifax and craving incredible Italian cuisine with a waterfront view, The Bicycle Thief is a must-visit!

We had a really wonderful experience dining at The Bicycle Thief. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm and welcoming. Our server gave fantastic recommendations, and we truly enjoyed everything we ordered. You can really tell when someone knows the menu well — and they definitely did. Although the ambiance inside is cozy and beautifully done, since it’s summer, we chose to sit out on the patio. It was the perfect spot to enjoy the weather and the beautiful view, which made our lunch feel even more relaxed and enjoyable. The patio setup gives off that laid-back yet classy vibe that’s perfect for a special occasion or even just a nice catch-up with friends. The food itself was top-notch. Every dish was fresh, flavourful, and plated with care — definitely lived up to the restaurant’s reputation. But the highlight was our dessert, which came out with “Happy Anniversary” written on the plate. That small gesture made our celebration feel even more memorable and special. It’s those thoughtful touches that leave a lasting impression. Overall, it was an amazing dining experience — from the food and ambiance to the exceptional service. We’ll definitely be coming back and recommending it to others.

Great place to grab some top-notch Italian food. Reservations are strongly recommended, as this joint is bumping! Huge rap around patio, and lots of intimate indoor seating options, The Bicycle Thief caters to your every dining need. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and tasted really good. We shared scallops, which didn't make it into the pictures, and also a cream brulee.

A Halifax Classic That Lives Up to the Hype! The Bicycle Thief is one of those iconic spots that every local recommends—and now we totally understand why! As Italian food lovers, this place absolutely did not disappoint. It’s clearly beloved too, because the place was buzzing and packed the whole time we were there. Even the complimentary bread was next-level. I ordered the Gnocchi all’Amatriciana, and while it gave me some wicked heartburn later (worth it!), it was honestly one of the best gnocchi dishes I’ve ever had—you can tell it’s house made, and the sauce was rich and flavourful. My only (tiny) note would be wanting a bit more guanciale. My wife had the Linguini all’Agosta and enjoyed it, though a couple lobster pieces had a texture that threw her off a little. Still, she happily cleaned her plate. We also really loved the drinks—my Rhuby Margarita was delicious and refreshing, and my wife’s Gold Mine cocktail was a hit, especially with that ginger beer kick. Overall, this spot is well worth the hype—great atmosphere, amazing food, and a must-visit for anyone craving a special Italian meal in Halifax.