3 Best Seafood Restaurants in Cape Breton, NS

Expert-recommended Top 3 Seafood Restaurants in Cape Breton, NS. All of our seafood restaurants actually undergo a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and price - all to ensure overall excellence. You deserve only the best!

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THE RUSTY ANCHOR RESTAURANT

23197 Cabot Trail Road, Pleasant Bay,
Cape Breton, NS B0E 2P0 Directions

Since 1996

Specialities:

✓Fish Tacos ✓Guac Burger ✓Shrimp and Bacon Linguine ✓Veggie Wrap ✓The Best of Both Worlds ✓Smothered Chicken ✓Fingers and Fries ✓Cajun Alfredo Pasta ✓Cranberry Delicious Chicken Burger ✓Fisherman's Platter ✓Seafood Wrap ✓Coffee ✓Tea or Hot Chocolate ✓The Fish Burger That Ate Cape Breton ✓Chicken Tacos ✓The Best Legs in Town (1 lb) ✓Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade ✓Grilled Chicken Burger and Fries ✓Cajun Shrimp or Chicken ✓Fresh Nova Scotia Lobster ✓Rusty's Infamous Beef Burger ✓BBQ Rib Combo Full Rack ✓Chicken Wrap ✓Iced Tea or Iced Coffee ✓Lemonade ✓Veggie Burger ✓BBQ Rib Combo Half Rack ✓Coke Products ✓The Best Legs in Town (1/2 lb)

"The Rusty Anchor Restaurant serves seafood & burgers in a homey, waterside log-cabin setting. As a family-owned restaurant, they serve fresh local seafood and Canadian favourites. You can try their delicious Seafood Sampler, Lobster Poutine, Fisherman's Platter, Fish Tacos, and Chicken Fingers. You can try their Burger that ate Cape Breton with deep-fried haddock, sweet and spicy Thai mayo, baby shrimp, bacon, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, and red onion. The Rusty Anchor Restaurant offers Lobster Poutine with a modern twist on a local traditional favourite and Crispy fries topped with fresh lobster, Mozza cheese, and sauce. They offer vegetarian, gluten-free, outdoor seating, and a kids' menu.

2026 Highlights: The Rusty Anchor Restaurant accepts reservations when you have a party of 10 or more."

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Menu:

Fingers And Fries $19.99
Chicken Wrap $15.99
Veggie Wrap $14.99
Seafood Wrap $23.99
Fresh Nova Scotia Lobster Market Price
The Best Legs In Town (12 Lb) $27.99
The Best Legs In Town (1 Lb) $39.99
The Best Of Both Worlds $35.99
The Fish Burger That Ate Cape Breton $24.99
Rusty's Infamous Beef Burger $22.99
Grilled Chicken Burger And Fries $20.99
Cranberry Delicious Chicken Burger $20.99
Veggie Burger $18.99
Guac Burger $21.99
Only Available After 4 PM
Shrimp And Bacon Linguine $29.99
Cajun Alfredo Pasta $24.99
Smothered Chicken $24.99
Cajun Shrimp Or Chicken $27.99
Fisherman's Platter $34.99
Chicken Tacos $23.99
Fish Tacos $23.99
BBQ Rib Combo Half Rack $29.99
BBQ Rib Combo Full Rack $41.99
Beverages
Coffee, Tea Or Hot Chocolate $3.99
Coke Products $3.99
Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade $3.99
Iced Tea Or Iced Coffee, Lemonade $4.99

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Contact:

(902) 224-1313 (902) 224-0354

Mon-Sun: 11:30am - 8pm

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BADDECK LOBSTER SUPPERS

17 Ross Street, Baddeck,
Cape Breton, NS B0E 1B0 Directions

Since 2000

Specialities:

✓Cape Breton Mussels ✓Grilled Strip Loin Steak ✓Green Salad ✓Locally Fished Lobster ✓Seafood Chowder ✓Maple Smoked Atlantic Salmon ✓Housemade Dessert ✓Cape Breton Snow Crab ✓Locally Roasted Coffee ✓Black Tea ✓Herbal Tea

"Baddeck Lobster Suppers is a family-run restaurant that specializes in locally caught fish & shellfish. They also offer reservations for more than six members. The restaurant is the perfect local place for all-you-can-eat lobster and crab. They have locally fished lobster, salmon, crab and more. Enjoy their delicious Fire Planked Atlantic Salmon, Locally Fished Lobster, Grilled Strip Loin Steak, and Seafood Chowder. You can try their Fire Planked Atlantic Salmon with planked-on sugar maple over an open fire, right outside, served with roasted potato, side salads and a dose of their secret sauce. Baddeck Lobster Suppers has a gluten-free menu option. They have friendly staff to provide a service.

2026 Highlights: Baddeck Lobster Suppers offers reservations for groups of 6 or more."

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License #1756631

Menu:

Four Course Meal
Locally Fished Lobster $69
Cape Breton Snow Crab $69
Maple Smoked Atlantic Salmon $69
Grilled Strip Loin Steak $69
Dinner Plates
Locally Fished Lobster $45
Maple Smoked Atlantic Salmon $42
Cape Breton Snow Crab $45
Grilled Strip Loin Steak $32
Something Light
Seafood Chowder (Cup) $6.50
Seafood Chowder (Bowl) $12.50
Cape Breton Mussels (Bucket) $25
Cape Breton Mussels (Bowl) $15
Green Salad (Large) $14
Green Salad (Small) $9.50
Something For Dessert
Housemade Dessert $7
Locally Roasted Coffee or Black or Herbal Tea $3

Contact:

(902) 295-3307

Mon-Sat: 4pm - 8pm
Sun: Closed

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FLAVOR ON THE WATER

74 Esplanade, Sydney,
Cape Breton, NS B1P 1A1 Directions

Since 2014

Specialities:

✓Bacon Wrapped Scallops ✓Flavor Bomb Sandwich ✓Atlantic Lobster Risotto W/ Fennel Slaw ✓Caesar Salad ✓Sweet Potato Taco Bowl ✓10oz AAA Beef Striploin Steak ✓Pita Chips With Chipotle Lime Hummus ✓Fresh Watermelon and Feta Salad ✓Fiddle Burger ✓Seafood Linguini W/ Lemon Garlic Cream ✓Warm Spinach and Artichoke Dip ✓Smoked Bacon Seafood Chowder W/ Garlic Toast ✓Sesame Ginger Marinated Tofu ✓Atlantic Lobster Roll and Fries ✓Root Beer BBQ Side Ribs and Fries ✓Roasted Peach and Burrata Flatbread ✓Canadian Maple Glazed Salmon ✓Maple Tossed Spinach ✓Crispy Chicken Burger ✓Bacon Wrapped Beef Tenderloin Bites ✓Flavor’s Fully Loaded Nachos

"Flavor on the Water is a family-friendly restaurant that serves delicious seafood dishes in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant focuses on modern homestyle cuisine, fresh seafood, premium cocktails and local craft beer. They specialize in providing gourmet cuisine at a fair price and exceptional service. Their seafood includes Smoked Bacon Chowder with Garlic Toast, Seafood Trio with Garlic Toast, East Coast-style Crab Cakes, and Atlantic Mussels. Their guests can enjoy their homemade desserts. The restaurant has a kid's menu that includes Chicken Fingers and Fries, Kid's Pasta and Garlic Bread, Fish and Chips, and Grilled Cheese and Fries. Flavor on the Water offers outdoor seating, take-out and delivery options. They provide delicious food at reasonable price.

2026 Highlights: Flavor on the Water specializes in providing a personalized catering experience with exceptional service. They have over 25 years of catering experience."

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Menu:

Seafood, Soups & Salads
Smoked Bacon Seafood Chowder W Garlic Toast $16
Flavor Classic Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup $13
Maple Tossed Spinach $12
Caesar Salad $12
Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad $13
Fresh Watermelon & Feta Salad $15
Seafood Trio W Garlic Toast $32
Atlantic Mussels W Garlic Toast $17
Fish & Chips (1 Piece) $18
Fish & Chips (2 Pieces) $23
East Coast Crab Cakes W Mango Salsa $22
Atlantic Lobster Roll & Fries Market Price
Sandwiches & Burgers
“Cub House” Grilled Chicken Club $25
Flavor Bomb Sandwich $23
Fiddle Burger $24
Peanut Butter Bacon Jam Burger $24
Crispy Chicken Burger $24
Herb Roasted Chicken Pita $23
Atlantic Lobster Club Market Price
Vegan & Vegetarian
Sweet Potato Taco Bowl $27
Sesame Ginger Marinated Tofu $29

Contact:

(902) 322-0507

Sun-Thu: 9am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 9am - 10pm

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