The Coastal Cafe 4.53

WHO WE ARE: We are a relaxed, easy going North End neighbourhood cafe. We are honest, and our mission is to provide the best food and coffee without any bullshit. We are a little rough around the edges, and learning as we go, but we are learning and with that comes better product and service.

HOW WE DO WHAT WE DO: Often by the seat of our pants, almost everything prepped from scratch using personally selected ingredients and prepared in small batches. Nova Scotian products are used where the option is available as much as seasonally or economically possible. We operate on a first come, first served basis, and don't take reservations. If the cafe isn't busy, claim your table before ordering. If you see we're full check with staff to see how a long a wait it will be. Often people come in, see we're full and leave, only to have a table open up within seconds. A little patience and you will be rewarded with a lovely plate of food worth waiting for.

WHAT WE DO: We are a counter service fully licensed cafe redefining breakfast/brunch and offering high quality takes on lunch. We do take-out. Call ahead and we can have it ready for you.

WHEN WE DO WHAT WE DO: The Coastal is open 7 days a week. 9am to no later than 2pm everyday.

WHERE WE DO IT 2731: Robie St., North End Halifax, between North and Almon Streets, next to the Bloomfield Centre.

WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO: You can get a plate of eggs, bacon, hash, and toast anywhere. But where, my friends, can you get lamb meatballs on top of scrambled eggs with asiago and herbs? Our philosophy is that cheap is easy, value is a challenge. A lot of time and expense go into our dishes to ensure we are exceeding expectations. So while we may not be dirt cheap, we do provide extremely high quality cooking at very reasonable prices.

Mark Giffin Owner/Chef