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Dear Friend, Dartmouth, NS

Dear Friend

4.9
4.9
363 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 11 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Dear Friend is Downtown Dartmouth's cocktail & wine bar. Join us in our cozy, European style cocktail bar or on our vibrant patio for great food, amazing cocktails, attentive service and awesome music. Located in the heart of Downtown Dartmouth on Portland Street, we are steps away from the Dartmouth Waterfront and Alderney Ferry Terminal. Our small plate food menu showcases Chef Bradley George's take on fresh Nova Scotian seafood and cured meats, as well as small plates with Asian and Spanish influences. Our bar team features some of the best the country has to offer; always creating new flavours and perfecting classics. Join us for our Oyster Happy Hour, everyday from 4pm-5pm, or book a table with friends to imbibe. We have lots of space for walk-ins as well!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jason McKenzie
  • Neighborhood
    Dartmouth
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Alderney Ferry terminal is a five-minute walk down the street from Dear Friend.<br />Bus Routes nearby are: 62, 55, 5, 6 (A,B,C)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 363 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dear Friend is a neighborhood gem in downtown Dartmouth, celebrated for its "exceptional" cocktails, "amazing" service, and cozy, intimate atmosphere. Guests rave about the chef's tasting menu and the creative, delicious dishes. A lively yet inviting spot, it's a must-visit for cocktail enthusiasts and food lovers alike.

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Dear Friend is rated 4.9 stars by 363 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Dear Friend

67 Portland St, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1H1

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Dartmouth
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Cocktail Bar, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Alderney Ferry terminal is a five-minute walk down the street from Dear Friend.Bus Routes nearby are: 62, 55, 5, 6 (A,B,C)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jason McKenzie
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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