Nova Scotia, Canada Food Guide: 7 American food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Cape Breton Island

June 4, 2020 Phylicia Berquist

Discover Restaurants offering the best American food in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. "For simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all." So said Alexander Graham Bell of the island he adopted as his home. Rich with Celtic, Mi'kmaq and Acadian heritage, Cape Breton is a delight for history buffs, music lovers and explorers of nature. Immerse yourself in 18th-century life at the Fortress of Louisbourg, explore the winding roads and Atlantic vistas of the Cabot Trail, and seek out a local Ceilidh for a lively and rousing experience.
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7. Swiss Chalet

482 Grand Lake Rd, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 5S8 Canada Canadian, American Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Delivery, Reservations, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Drive Thru [email protected] +1 902-562-3232 http://www.swisschalet.com
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4 based on 93 reviews

Swiss Chalet

Since our doors first opened in 1954, Canadian families have been coming back to Swiss Chalet generation after generation. Our rotisserie ovens only accept fresh (never frozen), grain-fed, Canadian Grade A chickens, because quality is all we know. So what

Reviewed By Patricia M

First time ever had Swiss Chalet crispy chicken! I would definitely recommend it especially the white meat. I usually prefer dark meat but in this case I would only want the white meat if I purchased it again!The aloe is good but the chicken can stand by itself. The couple of tablespoons of coleslaw is disappointing as an accompaniment to the chicken; there should be more!

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6. Bette's Kitchen

138 Queen St 138 Queen St, B2A 1B1, North Sydney, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, North Sydney, Nova Scotia B2A 1B1 Canada Canadian, American Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Table Service +1 902-794-4452 https://www.facebook.com/Bettes-Kitchen-508720449210436/
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4 based on 68 reviews

Bette's Kitchen

Reviewed By jandajessome

Bette's just opened for a new season and it's the same great food served up in generous ,steaming hot proportions, The waitress is super courteous and polite. Only one thing , you have to pay cash.It's located a little distance from the ferry but worth the walk

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5. Three Doors Down Diner

474 Chebucto, Baddeck, Nova Scotia B0E 1B0 Canada American, Diner, Canadian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards +1 902-295-1485 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Three-Doors-Down-Diner/431236923616780
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4 based on 180 reviews

Three Doors Down Diner

Reviewed By agrove707

We were looking for something casual and more budget friendly tonight and chose Three Doors Down Diner because we heard it was where locals go. The diner is super small and very well kept. It’s nothing fancy, but it certainly delivered on our diner food expectations. It’s the first affordable menu we’ve seen in a while, and the food did not disappoint. I had the fish and chips- so much better than some of the fancier places we’ve been, just delicious. (Would be great if they figured out a homemade tartar sauce to go with it). Homemade pies and crisps were also delicious.

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4. Bonnie Prince

Reeves Street, Sydney, Nova Scotia Canada American, Bar, Pub, Canadian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Takeout, Reservations +1 902-567-1510 http://www.bonnieprince.com/
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4 based on 224 reviews

Reviewed By Patricia M

Quickly taken to our table with the menus coming right behind!Drink order was given and promptly brought to the table.We placed our food orders and the meals came very quickly.The fish and chips were great as was the clubhouse sandwich!The chicken curry was curry only in colour! The meal looked and tasted like SOUP! The waitress told me it would have a sharp curry taste. There was NO curry taste! I had to use a soup spoon to try and eat some of the meal. It was not enjoyable to eat that way! I should have complained about the worst curry I have ever eaten in a restaurant or anywhere!! I took the majority of the meal home. Much later in the evening, the liquid was absorbed by the rice and made it more pliable! So two people really enjoyed their meals while I lucked out at the restaurant food wise!!!

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3. Harbour Restaurant & Bar

15299 Cabot Trail, Cheticamp, Nova Scotia B0E 1H0 Canada American, Seafood, Canadian, Soups Lunch, Dinner Parking Available, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accept [email protected] +1 902-224-1144 http://www.baywindsuites.com/
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4 based on 557 reviews

Harbour Restaurant & Bar

Located along Cheticamp Harbour, We have the best spot to capture an amazing sunset and watch the fishing boats drive by. We serve fresh seafood, steaks, pastas, ribs and much more. We do have a casual bar, and a kids menu available. Reservations are reco

Reviewed By JC0420

We had lunch here on our way around the Cabot Trail. My wife had a lobster and she loved it. I had the Bayside Fettuccine which was huge and delicious but I started with the chowder which was not very good. Excellent service from Diane made it a very pleasant experience. We would come back.

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2. McCurdy's Dining Room

257 Shore Road, Baddeck, Nova Scotia B0E 1B0 Canada American, Bar, Seafood, Canadian Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch Outdoor Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Reservations, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Musi [email protected] +1 902-295-2340 http://www.maritimeinns.com/en/home/silver-dart-lodge/dining.aspx
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4 based on 289 reviews

McCurdy's Dining Room

McCurdy's Dining room is open from Mid May to Mid October for breakfast and dinner. Our a-la-carte menu is always available, and our popular breakfast buffet is featured most mornings from mid July through September. It features a wide selection of delici

Reviewed By Jaclyn R

My husband and I stayed in Baddeck for four nights and McCurdy's Dining Room was our favourite restaurant for dinner. (We had okay experiences elsewhere, but the food here stood out to us. We wanted something special for our dinners.) We chose McCurdy's following a recommendation from our B&B hosts. We enjoyed our first dinner so much (day 1) that we returned on our last night. We both hugely enjoyed the Maple Curry Seafood Fettuccine - it was absolutely delicious! I nearly ordered it again for our second dinner, but I decided to try the Thai Vegetable Stir Fry instead, which was very good. We also liked the Peanut Butter Cheesecake. For our first dinner, we sat outside on the terrace/patio area, which was lovely and peaceful. There was a bus tour inside at the same time, so we wanted a quieter dining experience. We were impressed by the efficiency of the food service given how busy the restaurant was (there weren't any long waits or delays). Overall, we enjoyed our meals here and we would return on any future visits to Baddeck.Thank you for your excellent review! We love getting feedback from our guests and appreciate your wonderful comments. Please dine with us again if you are ever back in the area. Thank you.

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1. Miller's Tap and Grill

717 Reeves St, Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia B9A 2S2 Canada American, Seafood, Pub, Bar, Canadian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Ex [email protected] +1 902-625-5250 http://www.maritimeinns.com/millers
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4 based on 259 reviews

Miller's Tap and Grill

Miller's Church Street Patio; Seafood and Chophouse is located behind the Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury on Reeves Street, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. We run daily features for both lunch and dinner. We have highchairs and coloring

Reviewed By Chris B

We spent an evening in Port Hawkesbury on our way back to Ontario. The restaurant was full but not lined up out the door. The food was very good, however the owner should look to employ more wait staff. You can see this by the level of frustration they exhibited citing how busy they were and apologizing for the forgotten beverage as well as the main course arriving before the appetizers were half way done. So glad you enjoyed your meals. We are sorry to hear our wait staff wasn't on point that night and will definitely look into what the issues were that evening. We assure you that isn't the norm for us, as we have plenty of wait staff. Unfortunately, from time to time, things come up or happen that are out of our control. If you are ever in the area again, please give us another try, we promise we will not disappoint!!

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