Wifey R

Review of The Press Gang Restaurant

Came to Halifax for work, decided to try this rest...

Came to Halifax for work, decided to try this restaurant for the good reviews. Needed a table for 1 person, there was no room at the bar and the hostess was awkward trying to find me a spot. Got a seat at the back of the restaurant.
As soon as I sat down, the experience was great. The ambience is what other restaurants strive for, relaxing and romantic and comfortable at once. It was humid and muggy outside, but cool and comfortable in the restaurant.
The food was absolutely superb and the servers were on top of everything. The chef even came out and introduced himself to the evening customers, a very nice touch.
The wine was a little bit pricey ($12 minimum for a glass), but I had the Sauvignon Blanc and it was very good.
The oysters were great with great presentation and sauces. The clam chowder was creamy and delicious. The bread was served with lemon caper butter (sounds like they make a different kind each day), which was creative and delicious.
Very worth it. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town.