Steve-o-Reno's

Steve-o-Reno's Cappucino

Located on a little side street, Steve-o-Reno's is a perfect little spot for coffee or a quick bite.

I stopped in for a late lunch and didn't really want too much. Nice and comfortable decor, wifi, and helpful, friendly staff.

The main item on the menu is the "Egg-o-reno", a nice take on the basic "Eggwich". I got mine with veggies, cheese, and a bit of ham. Very tasty!

I didn't get a coffee, but reports from friends say that it was excellent.

Be aware, Steve-o-Reno's is cash only!

Meal: Lunch
Date Visited: 15 August 2010
Rating: ****
Address: 1536 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS, B3J 2G2
Website: N/A

Java Factory

Java Factory


They roast their own coffee. What else do we need to say?

Locally roasted coffee always has a bit of an edge in the race for the perfect cup. I didn't get a chance to stay long at the Java Factory (passing by on a walk around Halifax), but the smell of roasting coffee drew me in.

Located in the Pier 21 area of museums, cruise ship docks, and  beer breweries, it has a great location.

I didn't get a chance to try the foods, but the pasties and other offerings looked good.

And the coffee? Excellent!

Meal: Coffee
Date Visited: 17 August 2010
Rating: ****
Address: 1113 Marginal Rd., Halifax, NS B3H 4P7
Website: http://www.javafactorycoffee.com/

Wired Monk

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Wired Monk

The Wired Monk looked interesting from the outside and had a nice homey feel inside. Though it seemed like a "local" kinda place, it is part of a chain with a number of locations in Nova Scotia (not that there's anything wrong with chains!).

The selection of morning baked goods was fine and the coffee tasty. Service was prompt and friendly.

Located on a corner with a construction site next door, it was a bit noisy, but that shall pass.

Meal: Breakfast
Date Visited: 16 August 2010
Rating: **
Address: 5147 Morris Street, Halifax, NS
Website: http://www.wiredmonk.com/stores.asp?ID=12

Cabin Coffee, Halifax

Cabin Coffee, Halifax

• Coffee house vibe, check.
• Laid back, slightly spacey service, check.
• Big comfy chairs and couches, check.
• Whacky decor, check.
• Incredible baked goods, check.

Yup, Cabin Coffee is the real thing. But, unlike a lot of local coffee place hangouts, the coffee is actually pretty good. Staying just a block or so away, I went to Coffee Cabin a number of times and at different times of day. At lunch, they offered a good selection of soups (I had the tasty chili one day) as well as sandwiches.

As noted above, the baked goods were tasty (if a bit adventerous - the cinnamon roll was an interesting failure), the muffins and scones were outstanding.

Highly recommended.

Meal: Snack/Breakfast/Lunch
Date Visisted: 13-17 August 2010
Rating: ****
Address: 1554 Hollis St., Halifax, NS B3J 1V3, Canada
Website: N/A