The Bicycle Thief

A Halifax Must-Visit! From the moment we arrived at The Bicycle Thief, we were blown away by the impeccable service and warm atmosphere. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made us feel like VIPs the entire evening. The food? Phenomenal. The oysters were some of the freshest we’ve ever had—briny, cold, and shucked to perfection. Each one tasted like the ocean in the best possible way. Our pasta dishes were equally outstanding—rich, flavourful, and clearly made with care. Every bite was a reminder of why this spot is one of Halifax’s most talked-about restaurants. Whether you’re visiting or local, do not skip The Bicycle Thief. It’s the perfect mix of East Coast charm and world-class cuisine. We’ll absolutely be back!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a wonderful seafood lunch at The Bicycle Thief. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, perfect for a relaxing meal by the waterfront. The fresh oysters were a real highlight—so fresh and briny, and very reasonably priced compared to other places in the area. Our mains were equally delicious, beautifully prepared and full of flavour. Service was attentive and friendly without being intrusive. Overall, a great spot to enjoy quality seafood in Halifax. Highly recommend!

One of the best meals we’ve ever had. My husband worked in the shellfish industry on the West Coast of Canada so can be quite picky about how seafood is prepared and we both loved every dish we had. The chowder and scallops for first gear, the lobster linguini from second gear, and the Italian Seafood Stew from third gear were all outstanding. The lemon cheesecake to finish made for a perfect meal. All of this on top of excellent customer service in a lovely environment.

5 Stars – A Truly Unforgettable Dining Experience! We recently celebrated our 80th birthdays with a dinner we’ll never forget, joined by our wonderful son and daughter-in-law. From the moment we arrived, the evening was perfect in every way. Arda, our incredible server, went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and cared for. Their warm, attentive service truly elevated the night. The food—from First Gear (appetizers) to Second and High Gears—was nothing short of extraordinary. Each dish was a highlight, expertly prepared and full of flavor. Without a doubt, it was the best meal we’ve had in Halifax. Sharing this special occasion with family in such a warm and memorable setting made the celebration even more meaningful. Thank you for creating such a remarkable experience—we’ll cherish it always.

Famous local spot. Lobster 🦞 linguine comes highly recommended. I think the light sauce brings out the taste of the lobster, but could be a bit more flavorful. The portions are on the smaller side, so make sure each guest get their own main.

Food: the best seafood I’ve had in my life. The service: Alex and the other staff were absolutely splendid! The atmosphere (we sat on the patio) was a bit on the rougher side, but the team provided blankets (it was a colder evening) and did almost everything to make it the best experience we could possibly have. There is a reason this restaurant was lined up out to the parking lot and booked full with reservations (patio is walk-in first-come-first-serve). We did experience one small issues with one of our dishes and it was dealt with in full force and the manager themselves came out to apologize personally. The restaurant was also super mindful of a tree nut allergy in our party and even the bussers mentioned that the plates that were made with the nut allergy in-mind! The server also double checked one dish they weren’t certain before asking us to enjoy. They really take dietary restrictions seriously (the menu has certain options available for other dietary restrictions too). Absolutely amazing service, and top-notch staff all around.

Fantastic. Amazing flavors, perfect technical execution, and lovely plating - plus a very attractive interior, right down to the ladies room. The pasta for the red ravioli is freshly made on site. The sauces for the scallops and pasta were good enough I’d have eaten them with a spoon as soups. Great location - the waterfront patio is probably amazing in the summer. And excellent service to round it off.

A great place to dine by the waterfront for any occasion. Food: 5/5 - a great selection of food from vegan to seafood for all types of diners. We had the vegan pasta with mushrooms and lobster roll. The roll was fresh and delicious. It came with bowl salad and fries. Portions were a decent size. If you enjoy seafood, this is the place. Service: 5/5 - server was friendly and offered selections to choose from. Atmosphere: 5/5 - nice and comfy vibe to the place.