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Main Street Cafe & Lounge

158 Main St. | at the Maritime Inn, Antigonish, Nova Scotia B2G 2B7, Canada
902.863.4001
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Ranked #4 of 33 restaurants in Antigonish
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations
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Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations
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Antigonish, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

I hadn't eaten here in years, but since rediscovering it about a month ago, I've been back weekly. Food is delicious, I could have eaten an entire plate of the grilled vegetable side dish. The menu has lots to offer and the desserts delicious. Though I went alone and with my fiance, I wouldn't hesitate to bring my young children... More

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Halifax, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

Really great food and great service. We stopped for lunch en route to Cape Breton and shared a club sandwich and fries, along with a serving of cracked black pepper onion rings with curry mayo. The food quality and presentation was wonderful, as were the portion sizes. We each had a 'taster' portion of dessert - I had the cheesecake,... More

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AntAdmin, General Manager at Main Street Cafe & Lounge, responded to this review
13 March 2013

Thank you for your gracious review! I am pleased to hear that you had a great experience at our restaurant. Our teaser desserts have become popular, and are a great way to have something sweet after your meal, and I like how you put it....(without feeling guilty...). The next time you are through Antigonish, I invite you to try our... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

Good specials on the weekends , entertainment on Fridays , their bread pudding is to die for . Lots of options

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AntAdmin, General Manager at Main Street Cafe & Lounge, responded to this review
13 March 2013

Thank you for your great review! We are always changing our features and specials, we encourage all of our patrons to give us feedback as to what they like. Come in and tell us what features and specials you like and you could win! I'm happy to hear you enjoy our bread pudding, it is a local favorite! Again, thank... More

Port Hawkesbury, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

Went to this restaurant to have lunch this week because I heard they had a wonderful menu with great prices. my meal was delicious. I had the spinach salad and it was the best spinach salad I have ever had. My waitress Sheryl was very delightful and friendly. The meal didn't take long and was delicious!

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AntAdmin, General Manager at Main Street Cafe & Lounge, responded to this review
13 March 2013

Thank you for your wonderful review! We a re glad to hear that you had a great lunch, and that our spinach salad was the best you have ever had. I will definitely pass along your great comments to Cheryl. Again, thank you for your review, and we look forward to welcoming you back to our restaurant. Sincerely, Shawn Boudreau More

Halifax
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

The group of us that ate here really enjoyed all our meals. They were very well versed in food allergies, (celiac), and did gluten-free meals very well.

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AntAdmin, General Manager at Main Street Cafe & Lounge, responded to this review
31 December 2012

I would like to thank you for your gracious review, and I am pleased to hear that your group enjoyed their meals. We would be delighted to have you revisit our restaurant when you return to the area. Again, thank you for your review. It is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Shawn Boudreau More

Denman Island, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2012

My husband and I live on the west coast of Canada and spent a month touring coastal Nova Scotia and part of New Brunswick. We ate dinner at the Main Street Cafe & Lounge after driving the Northumberland coast from New Brunswick all day.We were using a touring brochure which directed us to a steak house which did not exist... More

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AntAdmin, General Manager at Main Street Cafe & Lounge, responded to this review
19 November 2012

I would like to thank you very much for your review, it is greatly appreciated! I am pleased to hear that you have enjoyed your dining experience and that everything was to your satisfaction. It is refreshing to hear that travelers from across the country, such as yourselves, enjoy our maritime hospitality. We strive for a high level of food... More

Port Hawkesbury, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2012

I had the crap dip..which was excellent and the alfredo which was really good and blueberry cheesecake for dessert. Service was excellent and a very nice dining room.

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AntAdmin, General Manager at Main Street Cafe & Lounge, responded to this review
19 November 2012

Thank you for your gracious review, we are pleased to hear that everything about your meal was a great experience. Our Crab Dip is excellent, one of my personal favorites, and our Cheesecake is always a great choice for dessert. The next time you are in the area, I suggest you try our,"Signature Bread Pudding", you will not be disappointed.... More

Windsor, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

We spent four days in Antigonish and we tried a different place for dinner each night looking for a good meal. My wife and I were frustrated by bad food or bad service. On our last day, we had breakfast here and was quite happy with our choice. That night, we decided to return for dinner hoping for a second... More

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AntAdmin, General Manager at Main Street Cafe & Lounge, responded to this review
19 November 2012

I would like to thank you for your gracious review. I believe that we offer a unique, pleasant and memorable dining experience, and I am happy to hear that your visit to our venue was very positive. It is unfortunate that it was only towards the end of your visit, that you discovered the Main St. Cafe. When you return... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

You get what you pay for, I guess. They are far more expensive than Pipers Pub, but if you just want a pricy place to go, then go to this restaurant!

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AntAdmin, General Manager at Main Street Cafe & Lounge, responded to this review
19 November 2012

Thank you for your review, we appreciate all comments and reviews, as they only help to serve our customers better. We strive for a high level of customer service, and to create an exceptional dining experience. I believe that we have a unique dining atmosphere that appeals to everyone. First class food quality, coupled with our top notch customer service,... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2012

Authentic food - friendly service - an upscale dining room if you are looking to take someone for a special dinner

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