Dine Around Nova Scotia

UPDATED JANUARY 11, 2026

A February Worth Savouring

February is heating up in Halifax and throughout Nova Scotia, and not just because it’s the month of love. Dine Around Nova Scotia is the reason and the perfect excuse to book a getaway, discover new restaurants, and enjoy gourmet meals at wallet-friendly prices.

With more than 50 participating restaurants, many in the Halifax region, but with offerings across the province, Dine Around is a celebration of Nova Scotia’s culinary creativity and excellence. Prix-fixe menus range from $10, $20, $30, $40, $50, or $60. It all adds up to amazing dining experiences at discounted prices. Great food. Great prices. Great excuse to travel. What’s not to love?

A Dine & Stay Halifax Getaway

You might find your heart beats a little faster at the chance to dine in the finest restaurants for bargain prices. Mine sure does! It’s the perfect time to treat your Valentine or in my case, I brought my Galentine, my good friend Lucie, a fellow food lover, and we paired our Dine Around meals with one of Halifax hotel packages. These deals make it easy to linger longer, dine more, and save on accommodations, truly a way-much-more-for-so-much-less experience. Our base for the weekend was downtown Halifax, where we explored two restaurants that had long been on my must-try list: Gio and CUT Steakhouse.

Gio: Fine Dining, Warm Hospitality & Exceptional Value

Our first evening was spent at Gio, Halifax’s critically acclaimed four-diamond restaurant. From the moment we arrived, the service was impeccable—knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely warm.

True confession time… everyone who knows me well, knows that I often find myself in awkward, sometimes silly situations, that make for a good story after. Well, dressing me up and taking me out to a couple of the finest dining establishments in Halifax, doesn’t change a thing and… it was bound to happen. So despite our server’s excellent menu suggestions, I took a detour and unknowingly educated myself on a new-to-me delicacy. A fast education on what “sweetbreads” actually are was handled flawlessly by our server, who seamlessly redirected my order—when I knew it wasn’t for me, and she ensured every course that followed was perfection. That kind of grace, care and professionalism defines Gio’s dining experience.

When dessert became impossible to squeeze in our fully-satiated tummies, it was thoughtfully packaged for us to enjoy later in our hotel room. Every detail was considered. Every course delivered.

CUT Steakhouse - Sophisticated & Memorable

Night two brought us to CUT Steakhouse, where a beautifully presented charcuterie board, and a moment of overenthusiastic appreciation on my part, set the tone for an evening filled with laughter. I do pass along my apologies to the young waiter on the receiving end of my faux pas. He was delivering a beautiful assortment of cheeses, mustard and red wine stewed cherries… and well, somehow… ”Love You!” escaped my lips… when I truly meant to say, “How Lovely!” This was not lost on my dining partner. I should note that we both had only consumed one glass of wine before this embarrassing slip up, but it is a story, that gets retold often now followed by a fit of school girl giggles, as it did on this evening.

The setting is sleek and refined at Gio, with a jazz soundtrack that elevates the experience. Our main server, guided us effortlessly through the menu, anticipating needs before we voiced them. The meal was outstanding, and a surprise banana bread to-go from the chef made for a perfect breakfast back at the hotel the next morning.

It was one of those dinners you never forget, for all the right reasons, plus a story for the ages.

Where We Stayed: The Prince George Hotel

The Prince George Hotel couldn’t have been a better choice for us. Elegant yet welcoming, with spotless rooms, comfortable beds, and an unbeatable location, plus Gio is located right onsite.

With underground parking and Halifax’s best attractions within walking distance, we explored the city effortlessly.

Exploring Halifax Between Bites

Staying downtown meant easy access to shopping on Spring Garden Road, visits to the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, cozy cafés, and city markets before heading home. Halifax is endlessly walkable, vibrant, and full of character.

I also made immediate plans to head back in spring for visits to the Public Gardens, Citadel Hill and more shopping & dining, of course. I wouldn’t hesitate to book the Prince George again. I love Halifax, and Dine Around is just one more reason to visit.

Why You Should Experience Dine Around Nova Scotia

Dine Around is the perfect opportunity to:

Try restaurants you’ve always been curious about
Experience chef-curated menus at reduced prices
Support local businesses during winter
Plan an easy, affordable getaway

Bring your partner, your friends, or your appetite. With decadent multi-course meals at approachable prices, supporting local has never tasted so good.

Dine Around Nova Scotia is a limited-time event—and one of the best reasons to get out and explore Nova Scotia this February.

More Adventures in Nova Scotia

While in the Halifax, check out: The Little Painted House of Maud Lewis at the Atlantic Gallery of Nova Scotia and learn more about the north end offerings in Halifax Urban Foodie Tour, then consider an everything lobster adventure along the south shore of Nova Scotia from Barrington to Peggy’s Cove to enjoy the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl.

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