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Café Lunette, Halifax, NS

Café Lunette

4.4
4.4
1148 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
French

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Café by day, bistro by night, this Parisian-inspired eatery will play host to morning coffee and pastries, business lunches, date nights, weekend brunch and everything in between. The menu will feature a greatest hits list of timeless French dishes, a selection of classic cocktails and wines, as well as a standout viennoiserie that will offer a rich variety of baked goods.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, Breakfast, Contemporary French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (902) 334-1300
  • Website
    http://www.cafelunette.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Vanessa Belanger
  • Location
    160-1741 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS B3J 0J2
  • Neighborhood
    Halifax
  • Cross street
    George St and Lower Water St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Water St Terminal
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Flûtes et Frites | Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Consider it the perfect way to end your day and start your night. Come and enjoy our daily Flûtes et Frites | Happy Hour from 3–6pm. Flûtes et Frites | Happy Hour includes $10 French Onion Soup, 6 Fresh Oysters, Trio of Tartare, $10 glasses of bubbles + fries, and $10 classic cocktails.
    Flûtes et Frites | Happy Hour Photo

  • Le Grand Fromage: A French Wine & Cheese Affair

    CA$65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 20, 2025 only
    Savour the Art of French Pairings at Café Lunette Step into a Parisian escape for an evening of wine, cheese, and delicious French fare. Our sommelier will guide you through three French wines, each perfectly paired with a selection of fromages, followed by our two-course Prix Fixe dinner. With live music setting the scene, this immersive experience is designed for those who love the romance of France—whether you're a seasoned traveller, a wine enthusiast, or simply looking for a night of effortless joie de vivre. Tickets include three wine and cheese pairings, followed by our two-course Prix Fixe menu, featuring your choice of French Onion Soup or Chicken Liver Parfait, and a main course of sirloin, confit chicken leg, or seared salmon, served with frites. 📍 Café Lunette | 🎟️ Tickets: $65 Limited seating available—reserve your spot now!
    Le Grand Fromage: A French Wine & Cheese Affair Photo

Offers

  • Weekend Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM,Sat - 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
    Visit us on Saturdays and Sundays from 9am–3pm to grab a coffee and pastry from our counter, or enjoy a long and lazy sit-down brunch. Looking for something sweet? Enjoy our decadent pastries or dishes like our Sweet Chocolate Crêpe and PB & J Pain Perdu. For those with a savoury desire, indulge in Parisian-inspired fare like Béarnaise Oeufs en Cocotte, Oeuf & Jambon, or a Butty Croissantwich.

Menu

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What 1,148 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Great for brunch

  • Nova Scotia

    Great for brunch

  • Nova Scotia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Café Lunette offers a delightful "authentic French bistro" experience in Halifax. Guests rave about its "fantastic ambiance," "amazing food," and "friendly, attentive service." While some note it can be "a bit noisy," the "extensive wine selection" and "delicious dishes" make it a popular choice for "date nights" and "celebrations."
1,148 Reviews

  1. Nanette

    Las Vegas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Toute était parfait!! Ambiance,services et nourriture!

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  2. Wendy VIP

    New York City117 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The oysters were phenomenal Kate was a marvelous server full of hospitality The French onion soup is truly flavorful The beef bourguignon was so tender and tasty The crème brûlée texture was perfect Thanks Kristine and the chefs for the attention to the meal We had a magnificent anniversary

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  3. Claude

    Edmonton13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious,The presentation exemplary and the service beyond compare .In all it was a worthwhile adventure.

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  4. Martin

    Atlantic Canada17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Was expecting way more people there being it was a Friday evening . Also the waiter sat us at a table with a cold fan right over us in the ceiling when over half the tables in the restaurant were empty . Food was decent

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  5. Pazzo VIP

    Naples17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is one of the favorites in Halifax. They even have green chartreuse for a digestive. The hazelnut dacquoise was fabulous. Délicieux

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  6. Jason

    Atlantic Canada2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional service and delicious food! Quite an enjoyable evening celebrating our son’s birthday. Kistyn provided excellent service, friendly, helpful and attentive. Already looking forward to our next visit!

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  7. Regan

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent brunch. Good food, good service, and a great atmosphere.

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  8. ScottW

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious French bistro cuisine, with equally delightful service! The portions were modest but rich and filling. The prices (especially but not exclusively for Americans and the favorable exchange rate) were modest, too. Highly recommend.

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  9. Katie

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time! Great food, amazing service - a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Thank you for the consistently fantastic experiences - we will be back soon!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food overpriced. Excellent service. Nice restaurant.

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FAQs

Café Lunette is rated 4.4 stars by 1148 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Café Lunette

160-1741 Lower Water Street, Halifax, NS B3J 0J2

Additional information

  • Cross street
    George St and Lower Water St
  • Neighborhood
    Halifax
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    French, Breakfast, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Water St Terminal
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Vanessa Belanger
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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