Gold Winner Jamieson’s Irish House and Grill Silver Winner The Vines Bronze Winner Talay Thai Owner Chris Smith isn’t changing anything. He swears. He’s just making a few little tweaks. “I think that’s become endearing to people,” he says. “They know what to expect, and it’s comfort. I hear it all the time from customers, […]
Jamieson’s Irish House & Grill
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Jonesing for Jamieson
I’ve been to Jamieson’s Irish-House & Grill a handful of times. I like the restaurant, and it’s one of the categories in The Coast’s annual Best of Food poll that I always feel like readers get right when they crown it the best of Cole Harbour. Walking in with my friend Stephen, I expect a […]
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Jazz about town
Get out your jazz hands and gather your drinking buddies, with Jazz Fest’s great list of partnered stages around town there’s a slew of affordable after-parties and pre-show soirees to choose from. Essentially this week it’s all jazz, all the time. Check out live music listings on page 19 for daily details, and here are […]
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Best Cole Harbour Restaurant
There are lots of reasons to stop in to Jamieson’s when you’re out in Cole Harbour. We’d suggest the desserts and the sweet selection of whiskey. Or how about the chowder, including shrimp, scallops, mussels, haddock and salmon in a classic white wine and herbed cream broth? Or maybe the poached pear salad, with toasted […]
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Fish & chips
The Maritimes are all about seafood, and when it comes to seafood, you can’t get much cheaper than the ubiquitous fish & chips, found at thousands of chip trucks, hole-in-the-walls and even fine dining establishments. But, sadly, Halifax is losing its fish & chips mojo – even once famed establishments have degraded horribly, and far […]
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Drink rich or die trying
Now that you’ve saved your pennies feasting on affordable eats, loosen those purse strings and feed your finer tastes a liquid lunch. If you’re paying top dollar for a drink, it’s all about bang for your buck. Here are some pricier, but oh-so-worth-it drinks for those who enjoy the finer things. Jamieson’s Irish House Bar […]
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Best Cole Harbour Restaurant
Over a decade in business, and those who know quality know this eatery just off Cole Harbour Road. Popular standards of the Irish diet are regular specials, including corned beef and cabbage, liver and onions and prime rib with Yorkshire pud. The comfortable chairs for lounging as well as plenty of tables makes for an […]
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Drink like an Irishman
From the hallowed, boozy days of Sam Mallone and Ernie “Coach” Pantusso on Cheers to weekly armchair visits to MacLaren’s, the haunt of Barney Stinson and the rest of the gang on How I Met Your Mother, our culture loves to celebrate the neighbourhood pub. But more than that, we like to go to a […]
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‘BURB BARS: On the out of town
Working downtown has its perks—offices that are walking distance from a plentiful number of bars and restaurants is one—but if you live outside the core, the commute’s not an easy feat. Next time you’re headed home stop into one of these three joints to relax and wait out the traffic. They’re just a few of […]
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Best Cole Harbour Restaurant
Casual yet upscale are the two dichotomies that work together gracefully at Jamieson’s. After over nine years in business, owner Chris Smith knows the secret to make it work, offering a comfortable atmosphere for lunch or a more formal occasion, great service and always excellent food: authentic Irish daily food specials include corned beef and […]
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Best Cole Harbour Restaurant
Does haddock almandine sound tempting? How about a juicy pork tenderloin? A portobello mushroom sandwich? Settle in to an evening of upscale casual dining at Jamieson’s and they can all be yours. “It’s a simple focus on the fundamentals,” says owner Chris Smith of his popular restaurant. “People feel comfortable here. It’s a true ‘local,’ […]