I had been eyeballing the menu, every time we walked past, and was just dying to go in and try the Gnocchi carbonara. We did, and I was not disappointed! The service we received was great! Water was never empty. I started with the Greek Salad w/ fried feta cheese...wow! Delicious... Gnocchi was delicious... a great meal, with attentive, friendly... more

The service left a little to be desired, and we didn't like the food that we ordered, but everyone else in our party of six was pleased with their meal. The menu was small but understandable due to the requirment for ingredients to be local. This restaurant is best enjoyed if you know the background about it beforehand. We went... more

We went to Chives recently with a group of eight. The food was very good, almost great. However, the service was severely lacking. As an example, our water and wine ran out 15 minutes prior to the arrival of our entrees. No offer was made to replenish. We asked to speak to the manager and found she was also our... more

Here we are in the major leagues. Imaginative and artistic cuisine. Professionnally trained staff : pampering from the start to the end. And no stiff attitude. Velvetty ambiance. Appropriate music. Enough room between table, so that, at some tables, the meal can be intimate, even with a full house. Difficult to hear the conversation at the other table. There was... more

We had read in several reputable sources and online about this place. We were disappointed in our meal. The biscuits were great. The salads were good - the farmers market salad was a bit overdressed. The heirloom tomato salad was good with a tasty vinaigrette. But the entrees were less than our expectations. They were a bit overworked and just... more

This is a delightful place to go. The decor and atmosphere are excellent, tasteful and individual. I had seatrout, which was cooked just right with a sauce that enhanced rather than blotted out the flavour. My wife had homemade gnocchi which was delicious, and which had a rich, tasty sauce. The only criticism is that the gnocchi came with a... more

Chives Canadian Bistro focuses on using fresh, in-season, and local (Nova Scotia, Maritimes) products. The menu changes seasonally. Casually elegant atmosphere. more

I've eaten at Chives at least 6 times a year since they've opened and it is really amazing how they never fail to get it right. more

Varied menu and great food. They will make substitutions for people with gluten allergies. more