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The Ostrich Club

4.8 (946)
CAN$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
5529 Young st, Halifax, NS B3K 1Z7

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The Ostrich Club

4.8
CAN$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Halifax

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Ostrich Club is all about quality over quantity. Simple food with big flavours. Natural wines. Thoughtful cocktails. Warm and inviting service.

Please have a look at our menus though please note that the regular menus may not be entirely current as there may be a delay from open table in re-posting the most up-to-date ones. See our website for current menus.

We hope to welcome you soon!
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Moira Murray
  • Private party facilities
    The Ostrich Club can seat up to 40 people for a sit down dinner.
  • Neighborhood
    Halifax
  • Cross street
    Hydrostone Market
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Beaujolais Nouveau Party

    CA$1.00 per person

    1 - 4 people

    Nov 19, 2026 only
    Our annual "Some Like it Cru, some like it Glou" party celebrating Beaujolais Nouveau will include an a la carte menu with all 10 crus, collected by sommelier Alana Steele, a Nouveau and some special surprises. The menu will be a full French takeover, inspired by Beaujolais by Chef, Moira Murray. All seatings will be 2 hours. Our cancellation policy will be strictly enforced for this event. Please ensure you read through our policy before booking.

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Ostrich Club.

4.8

4.8
(946)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Overall

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Food

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Ambiance

  • Atlantic Canada

    Innovative

  • Atlantic Canada

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Atlantic Canada

    Neighborhood gem

  • Atlantic Canada

    Great for fine wines

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Overall

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Food

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Service

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Ambiance

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Value

  • Nova Scotia

    Innovative

  • Nova Scotia

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Nova Scotia

    Neighborhood gem

  • Nova Scotia

    Great for fine wines

  • Nova Scotia

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ostrich Club offers an "absolutely incredible experience" with "amazing food, service, and cocktails." Guests rave about the "inventive small plates" and "exceptional wine pairings." The atmosphere is "upbeat and fun," and the "knowledgeable staff" ensure a memorable dining experience. It's "the best value high-end dining" in Halifax.
946 Reviews
  1. Mary

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the night at the Ostrich Club was sensational. The service, the food, the wine, the atmosphere is the best.

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  2. Debra

    N. Ireland3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had an early reservation and we were seated directly under the large ceiling fan which was blowing at high speed. When we requested it be turned down we were informed that it was on high because the staff had been busy. They turned temporarily . The ambiance of the lovely room was diminished by the rap / techno music .

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  3. Anne Marie

    Atlantic Canada2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal. Favourites were the shrimp dumplings and the mushroom purée with sour dough bread, so yummy.

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  4. Andy

    Atlantic Canada4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on October 13, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    This is one of our favourite restaurants, but they seemed to be having an off night.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Paul Gold

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server made the experience exceptional! The food and drinks were great and we loved the people who worked there.

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  6. Kevin-Tammy Gold

    Atlantic Canada19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible experience. Best meal we’ve had this year. Ostrich Club never disappoints. Thank you for a great evening

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  7. Jenn Gold

    Atlantic Canada10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 7, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food for sharing. Great drinks and wine list. Staff amazing

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  8. David

    Atlantic Canada7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fantastic place to go for a meal, bold, creative food, diverse and unexpected drink pairings and great service. You can also pay a lot more in Halifax for a less fun night out. The Ostrich Club is the best value high end dining in town.

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  9. Carole Gold

    Toronto80 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible- our absolute favourite was the Himachi crudo. Excellent cocktails. Sat at the bar- the mixologist/ sommelier was so amazing and knowledgeable Don’t miss out on this fabulous dining experience.

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  10. Anne

    Mexico City41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    While traveling through Halifax we were able to get a spur of the moment reservation at this restaurant just blocks away from our Airbnb. My cocktail was great, and my husband's cocktail, the Alice in Wonderland, was one of the best, alcohol or no alcohol, we'd ever tasted. We shared five small plates, all superb, especially the hamachi. Desserts were spectacular --- tangerine crullers and chocolate pot de creme with banana and toffee sponge. Service was friendly and attentive. Though some reviews complained about the prices a similar meal in a US city would have cost much more.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Wine Bar, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Moira Murray
  • Private party facilities
    The Ostrich Club can seat up to 40 people for a sit down dinner.
  • Neighborhood
    Halifax
  • Cross street
    Hydrostone Market
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

FAQs

The Ostrich Club is an intimate, effortlessly cool small spot in Halifax’s North End, cozy lighting, warm service, and a lively, buzzy atmosphere that suits dates or drinks at the bar.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, neat clothing is appropriate, and guests often dress a touch nicer for anniversaries and special occasions.

Plates are served as tapas-style small plates meant for sharing, guests recommend roughly four dishes for two people and often share many plates among the table.

Yes, The Ostrich Club offers a full drinks program: thoughtful craft cocktails, an extensive curated wine list (by the glass and bottle), beers on tap and a broad whisky/spirits selection.

Wednesday can be a particularly good night, guests note bottle discounts on Wednesdays, and the restaurant is open for dinner that evening (Wed 6:00 pm–10:00 pm).

Yes, The Ostrich Club is frequently recommended for date nights and anniversaries thanks to its intimate, cozy atmosphere, thoughtful wine pairings, and carefully paced small-plates service.

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Make a reservation

A photo of The Ostrich Club restaurant

The Ostrich Club

4.8
CAN$30 and under
Tapas / Small Plates
Halifax

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
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