Visit The Salt Yard This Summer

Things to do

It’s a new season at the Salt Yard! 🌞

This open-air market on the Halifax Waterfront between Salter and Sackville Streets (between The BG and the Waterfront Warehouse) features a variety of small, local businesses offering food, souvenirs, and unique experiences. 

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite, a sweet treat, a local gift, or a fun way to spend an afternoon, the Salt Yard is a must-visit destination this summer.

 

The Salt Yard is open seasonally during the summer months (May - October), with a limited number of vendors opening for the Evergreen Festival. 

 
*Most of the kiosks are open now, with more opening for the Victoria Day weekend!

Salt Yard Vendors

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Ambassatours 

Book a tour with Ambassatours at their sunny yellow kiosk in the Salt Yard. From the Tall Ship Silva, to the fan-favourite Harbour Hopper, you can choose your adventure here!

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Amos Pewter

Amos Pewter is a Nova Scotian company specializing in handcrafted pewter gifts, jewelry, and home décor. If you are looking for a unique keepsake or gift, this is the place to visit. 

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BeaverTails

Looking for a sweet treat? Stop by BeaverTails for one of their hand-crafted pastries, poutines, refreshing beverages, and more. A true Canadian treat!

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Caffe Lucca

Caffe Lucca is family owned and operated, and specializes in Italian-style coffee and in-house baked goods. 

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Coastal Curry

Coastal Curry brings authentic Indian cuisine to the Saltyard, offering vibrant dishes made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. 

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Dave's Lobster

Dave's specializes in - you guessed it - lobster! If you are looking for a classic Nova Scotia lobster roll, then Dave's is a must-visit. 

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Freedom Culinary Culture

Proudly African Nova Scotian, Freedom Culinary Culture offers a full menu of traditional African Nova Scotian-inspired comfort food.

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High Seas Taffy & Tees

Visit High Seas for tee shirts, hoodies, and salt water taffy, and bonus, free taffy with every tee!

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I Heart Bikes

Explore Halifax on wheels with Halifax's premier bike rental shop. Whether you're up for a big adventure or just a casual ride, they'll have what you need. 

Halifax Waterfront Info Booth

If you're looking for directions or recommendations, visit the Info booth for a friendly face!

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Masita Korean Food

Masita specializes in Korean BBQ including smokey, juicy dishes, that capture the essence of authentic Korean cuisine. 

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Mizo Drinks

Mizo is a smoothie spot creating refreshing, real fruit drinks that bring joy to locals and tourists. 

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Salt + Sol

Salt + Sol features Latin food. Enjoy fresh tacos, empanadas, and more. 

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Salt Yard Social

Food, fun, and drinks on the Halifax Waterfront! Enjoy local seafood, hand-tossed pizzas, and delicious shareables, plus wine, cocktails and live entertainment. 

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Smoke's Poutinerie 

If you love poutine, then Smoke's is the place to visit! Pick your own toppings or just go with classic. 

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Canadian Sea Turtle Network

Stop by the Canadian Sea Turtle Network's kiosk to learn all about the sea turtles and the threats to their survival. 

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Sweet n' Salty Softserve

Specializing in soft serve, Sweet n' Salty has an incredible variety and options to make your ice cream and sorbet experience one you won't forget. 

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The BG - The Beer Garden Halifax

Located right on the water, this spot offers fantastic food, drinks, music, and views of the Halifax Harbour. 

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Tony's Donair & Pizza

Tony's is a well-known name in Halifax, serving up donairs and pizza. 

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Treaty Truckhouse

Find traditional Mi'kmaq beadwork, woven baskets, traditional smudging kits, and beautiful wood-burned art. 

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Wild Things by Posh!

Find fun east coast made artisan gifts and other interesting goodies for kids of all ages. 

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Sitamuk (A project of Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre)

Sitamuk, meaning "by the water", sells authentic Indigenous art, crafts, and merchandise.