The Press Gang Restaurant and Oyster Bar
5218 Prince St, Halifax, NS B3J 3X4, Canada
Phone: (902) 423-8816
Website: https://thepressgang.ca/
The Press Gang Restaurant and Oyster Bar in Halifax is a 4.6-star Seafood restaurant with 1,027 Google reviews, known for Oysters and Seafood Chowder.
Why we love it
- Seafood with Canadian influence
- Located near Near Prince Street and Sackville Street
- Historic stone cellar, intimate ambiance, live music
- Fine dining with attentive and knowledgeable staff
- Seafood with Canadian influence
- Located near Near Prince Street and Sackville Street
- Historic stone cellar, intimate ambiance, live music
- Fine dining with attentive and knowledgeable staff
What to Order
Oysters
Fresh East Coast oysters served with classic mignonette and lemon, a perfect start to your meal.
"The oysters, clam chowder and seafood risotto were top shelf. The atmosphere and live music are a pleasant surprise."
Kip James
Seafood Chowder
A rich and flavorful chowder, often described as smoky or bacon-y, packed with delicious seafood.
"The chowder was absolutely delicious. I had the Tide and Stride. The steak was absolutely perfectly seasoned and cooked. The bacon wrapped, lobster stuffed scallops were absolutely to die for."
Rodd Carroll
Seafood Risotto
A creamy and flavorful risotto generously loaded with fresh lobster, jumbo shrimp, and scallops.
"I ordered the lobster, jumbo shrimp, and scallop risotto, it was absolutely DELICIIIOUUUS and you could really taste the freshness of the seafood."
IHEB BOURIGA
The Drill (Chef's Tasting Menu)
A four-course culinary journey where the chefs curate a surprise menu, offering a unique and exciting dining experience.
"We chose "The Drill" where the chefs choose a four course meal for you. Every single course was presented beautifully and all the components were absolutely delicious! It was a bit thrilling to not know what was coming and I highly recommend it because it really makes it not just a meal but an experience!"
Susan MacIntyre
Sticky Toffee Pudding
A decadent and "deadly delicious" dessert, a perfect sweet ending to your meal.
"Ended with date sticky toffee pudding - that is a deadly delicious dessert they've created!!"
Spencer Doue
Inside Scoop
- Make reservations, especially for Saturday nights, as it can be difficult to get a table.
- Arrive early and grab a seat at the oyster bar for a unique experience and to enjoy fresh oysters before dinner.
- Consider sitting at the bar for excellent service and a chance to interact with the knowledgeable staff.
- Be aware that some diners have reported seeing mice, which may be due to the old building.
- The restaurant can be pricey, but many find the experience and food quality to be worth it.