The Lobster Pound and Moore

We had the most amazing meal (succulent lobster & flavourful scallops) at this truly wonderful restaurant. The owners (& chef) Rich & Leslie were so fantastic and made us feel very special. We both loved Richie’s great dry sense of humour and how they both engaged us in conversation and added to the quality of our dining experience. They also recommended some other restaurants for our trip around Cape Breton Island, that we took advantage of. I highly recommend this restaurant and we are thankful we were able to dine there and enjoy Rich & Leslie so much. Glen & Lyn Collingwood, ON

We had the best dinner here on 9/24/25. Chef not only got us in on their last open reservation slot but also recommended a great place for lunch. While waiting for our dinner table, he gave us mussels to snack on. Fish chowder, halibut, scallops - everything was fresh and amazingly delicious. Service was great and decor is fascinating. Living in Michigan, it's unlikely we'll make it back here but we highly recommend this little place and its hard-working owners. And you might just leave with a handful of sea glass. (Google is not letting me upload photos at the moment but I'll try again later.) Kudos!

Highly recommend, food and service was excellent. Only open limited times Wednesday to Sunday 5 to 7 pm. Saturdays 12 to 7 pm. We both had the half Lobster special. Shared a strawberry lemon cheesecake for dessert. Strongly suggest making a reservation, we arrived at 6pm and were fortunate that they were able to seat us even though they were fully booked, thankfully someone finished early and didn't linger.

***Open seasonally*** Awesome food every time we visit. The chef is very nice and amazing with fish , salads, chowder, fries, shellfish, and rice. ***Reservations are required, about 3 months in advance; as this is a very small restaurant & is normally filled to capacity*** Located next to Marine Atlantic in North Sydney, Canada. *** Exit the back of the terminal ( bring ID & boarding pass wirh you), turn left out the doors & continue left down the street. About 3 minutes from the terminal in the shadow of a very large gray building located on the waterfront.

We booked the dinner a month or so ago as I knew we would be passing through and would need reservations. We showed up almost a 1/2 hour early and they quickly sat us down. That was nice. The service and food were great. I customized my order and they had no problem doing so, and it was great. Again great friendly service. I would highly recommend and will be making reservations anytime I'm in the North Sydney area!

I love the decor, very on point for this restaurant. The service was great, from the moment we stepped in to the time we left. But the food.... It's just incredible. It was only my second time here, but it's a real treat. I know it's a seafood place by name, but those Thai (I think?) wings are my favourite and the lobster club was humongous and well enjoyed. I was very full but had plenty of leftovers to take home, and even that was made up all fancy.

Warm ambience, great food. Great service. Could hear yourself talk, all the while enjoying a fantastic meal and evening out. I keep trying different menu items and have been pleasantly surprised. Love the shrimp appy. Thanks Leslie, Richard, and staff. A true gem to have in my back yard! Highly recommended.

Amazing experienced. We loved every part of our time at the Lobster Pound. Server and Chef made us feel right at home, very friendly and helpful. Food amazing! Lobster roll was so good, lobster was on point! We devoured our desert, with fresh strawberries and cream. Now on our way to Newfoundland :) Heads up.. you must reserve before going!

Timely, delicious meal. The maple fried chicken was perfectly cooked, tasty and the portion was bigger than expected. The lobster ravioli, can't beat the taste. I'd have preferred a bit more sauce. No other meal complaints. The desserts both perfection and a great end to a fabulous meal. My only other minor complaint was serving white wine in a stemless glass. You want good service, great food and quaint ocean dining. This is the place.

Amazing food , service & staff Restaurant is always clean and beautiful atmosphere Always wonderful to have seafood dinner with great company

If I could give 0 stars, I would. I drove to the restaurant, which advertised opening at 5 PM. We arrived at 5:38 PM, only to be told by the chef's wife that they stopped taking tables at 5:30 PM. I politely asked if there was any way we could still get food. The chef's wife told me to ask the chef. When I did, he was not only rude but also hostile, saying, "Didn't you just hear what my wife told you? No." We accepted the situation and prepared to leave. My fiancée asked if she could use the washroom before we left, but the owner told us, "No, it's not public. Why don't you try the Tim Hortons up the road?" This was an incredibly disappointing and unpleasant experience. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Yummy lobster rolls!!' Place has a rock and roll atmosphere but hey it's a couple blocks to the beach so I ate my yummy amazing roll there. Yes it's delish!!!

My wife & I were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary with a week's stay in Cape Breton Island. Hands-down, this is THE best restaurant on the island! There's very limited seating & their hours are very limited (5-8 p.m.!), so reservations are a must. The mussels & frites were amazing--I would have loved to pour out the broth into a bowl & enjoy the rest like a soup (but my wife would have walked out). Wife had a delicious tuna steak & I had the lobster-stuffed pasta shells--unforgettable meals. Equally unforgettable was their sticky pudding, which provided an explosion of flavor! As the server knew we were celebrating our 25th, she brought out, gratis, an additional dessert, a strawberry shortcake over a donut. Definitely a place for a special occasion--& because the prices are very reasonable--definitely a place to go for any occasion! Thank you for a fine send-off to a very memorable trip!

We first visited lobster pound and Moore in their old location, on our trip to Nova Scotia last year (we are from Vancouver, BC). The food and service was fantastic, so when we decided to visit the Atlantic coast for the fall colors, we made sure to make another reservation! I really enjoyed the scallops - they were cooked perfectly and the citrus based sauce really complemented, and my partner's steak was Smokey and flavorful (he says this is the most delicious steak he has ever had). We shared the honey lemon cheese cake, it was a delightful balance of sweet honey and the slight saltiness of the cheese cake. Be aware this is a busy place so reservations are a must, especially before October. Also, this is not a family restaurant, so don't bring kids under 12 and expect to be accommodated. We have really enjoyed both our visits, and will continue to return anytime we are in Nova Scotia!

Excellent food served by efficient friendly staff. The establishment is clean and welcoming. Look out the windows and watch the coming and going of a historic Harbour. Our favourite place to dine.

Whenever I'm home in North Sydney, this is the place to go. I go with friends, family, whoever wants to come. Richie and Leslie are a power duo and their service and food exceed expectations for anywhere I've been. In terms of my recommendations, I've had the fish and chips trio, and the mussels & chips (god I don't even like selfish and I dream about those mussels).You can't go wrong, and you won't go home hungry. On top of this all, this chef and his lovely wife are amazing leaders in the community, and their work providing meals to vulnerable folk during COVID has been exceptional. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Wow. I don't even know how to articulate how this small, well run gem is so great. I have been asking about this place from out west for at least two years. NObody talked it up. What's wrong with people? Have you not actually been there?!!! We were thinking of dining out somewhere I hadn't tried, since it's my last week on our beautiful island, before I head back to AB. I mentioned this to my gf and she immediately said, "Oh my god! You haven't been?! We are going!" Finally, someone who knows what's up! Every course was amazing. Their mussels are unique and delicious. Served with frites and a garlic aioli, they are a must have here. My friends husband ordered the crab cakes. They are served interestingly enough, but didn't hit the mark for me personally. My gf had the lobster ravioli and I must say, I'll be returning to try this dish. It was the number one eye catcher to me and is apparently one of their most popular dishes. If I hadn't had somewhere to be after our dinner, maybe I'd have had the pasta, but it would have just been too much. Anyway, it's a rich and delicious coma for sure! Her spouse had "the man special" of the day. What an incredible portion! Halibut and haddock served big man style. Lol Extra large! I decided on the bacon wrapped halibut and basmati and was not disappointed. Incredible pairing with the pistachio and onion marmalade. Wow! Add in a perfect Sauvignon Blanc and this was my best dining experience on the island. Also, a gf insisted on dessert as I never order it anywhere. I'm always amped for trying appetizers. There's never any room left. However, MAKE SURE you leave room for the sticky pudding. It's actually to die for...truly! I'm sorry because this is my longest review ever! I hope you didn't glaze over. This place is just that good. Be sure to make a reservation and if you like to dine and drink awhile, make it the last one. Their tables need to be flipped and you won't get a seat for a walk in typically. Thank you, Richard Moore! Cape Breton deserved someone like you! This review has been transferred as he moved locations and yelpers closed the old location. Originally 09.16.2016

The Lobster Pound is a fantastic restaurant, Chef Richard Moore makes culinary treats that are not only a delight to the eye, but taste incredible as well. We made reservations here on our whirlwind tour through eastern Canada, and this place was an absolute delight. I was able to book a 6:30 Sunday dinner for my wife and me through Facebook. It's a bit difficult to find at first as there is no restaurant at the building where Google maps tells you to go to. Instead, just go a few feet towards the traffic light intersection at Archibald, and go towards the water, as they are right at the harbor. Not really a family place, but a great place for a date night or a dinner with friends. Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING we ate was delicious. A true gem!

Very unwelcoming, poor experience. Very disappointed, hopefully others have a better experience.