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The Press Gang


4.0 of 5 stars 59 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Seafood
  • Neighborhood: Downtown

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5 of 5 stars
mybagsrpackd   14 contributions
Columbia, SC
Aug 31, 2009

We had an absolutely perfect meal here. The atmosphere of the old restored house with stone walls is elegant without being intimidating. Our waiter could not have been more accommodating and knowledgeable. The wine list offered a number of good Nova Scotian wines. And, most important, the food was wonderful. Especially good were the beet and goat cheese salad over... more

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5 of 5 stars
hewitt   19 contributions
alabama
Aug 30, 2009

While visiting Halifax & walking by this restaurant & reading their posted menu we were invited in to look around. My husband & I both thought it was a beautiful restaurant & the menu appealing, therefore we returned the next night for dinner. We are glad we did as we had a wonderful meal in such a lovely place. We... more

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2 of 5 stars
WildCommonwealthBoy   36 contributions
Dartmouth,Nova Scotia
Aug 10, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

I have eaten here twice. The first time wasn't very good so I gave it a second chance.. This was better and average at best. This no way compares to Cut,Ryan Duffys,Da Maurazios,Chives or Fid??You have much better options. more

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5 of 5 stars
kuko65   1 contribution
Halifax
Aug 10, 2009

Outstanding!!! Great food experience. We had ”The Drill” Chef`s four course taste meal. Highly recommended. Excellent service. Different from other restaurants. Atmosphere of this place with live piano player unforgettable. Beautiful Oyster bar !!! more

Overpriced
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2 of 5 stars
easterntreker   10 contributions
Halifax
Aug 9, 2009

The servings are really small and the price is big!! more

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2 of 5 stars
lilkare   2 contributions
tripadvisor[karen]
Aug 4, 2009

Went here for my boyfriends graduation dinner. Not impressed. Just an overpriced restaurant. I don't understand why people think food is good just because it is expensive. I will take The Keg or Il Mercuto over this restaurant any day of the week Atmosphere was great - only positive more

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3 of 5 stars
youpi93   12 contributions
Halifax
Jul 26, 2009

I don't see what all the fuss is about. People must be so entranced by the admittedly romantic atmosphere that they fail to notice the food isn't as good as at any number of comparable restaurants in Halifax including Fid, Chives, Gio, Bear, and Bish. more

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5 of 5 stars
RBonTheLake   21 contributions
Rock Hill, South Carolina
Jul 12, 2009

Excellent dinner. Halibut was cooked to perfection,. Scallops were large, fresh, and tender. Warm bread which is always a plus. Desserts were delicious. Sat outside on patio. Server was knowledgeable. Would most definitely go back here. more

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5 of 5 stars
belleamie10   29 contributions
Ontario
Jun 21, 2009

WOW ! Great experience in all areas: ambiance, building, food, wine, staff. Our group of 4 enjoyed fresh & baked oysters, scallops, lobster, steak, ... all fabulous. We skipped dessert. Watch out ... great food here is costly but worth it to mark a very special occasion. more

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5 of 5 stars
crispypina   23 contributions
England
Mar 4, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

Going to this restaurant, booked for a Saturday evening, was really a treat. The low-vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and brick walls, the wooden dressed tables and banquettes, the live piano music and especially the candle light made for a terrific atmosphere. It is one of those places where one can go dressed casual or more formal, according to the... more

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The Press Gang Address

5218 Prince Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3X4, Canada
Tel: 902-423-8816
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.