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🌭🍔 Cape Breton Island Eats

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JILL HINES

Cape Breton is full of amazing spots to eat — from cozy pubs to hidden gems you’d never find unless someone told you. These are my go-to places on the island, whether I’m grabbing comfort food, something unique, or just a great local vibe. If you’re ...

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Coffees + Cafés

Quick Bites

World Flavors

Healthier Options

Sweets + Treats

Restaurants + Bars + Pubs

Coffees + Cafés

My go-to cozy spots for caffeine fixes, sweet treats, and café vibes. From the best lattes and local roasts to hidden gems with pastries that hit different, these are the places I actually stop at.

Tiny café, huge heart. It’s my go-to for insanely good homemade donuts, buttery pastries, and feel-good soups—from scratch and full of soul. Whether you swing in for breakfast, pause with a latte and treat, or take home a tray of fresh goodies, you’r...

Sweet Side Of The Moon Bakery And Cafe

My go-to coffee spot when I want consistency, cozy vibes, and way too many drink options. There’s something about the smell of coffee and the sound of espresso machines that just feels comforting. I also love using the Starbucks app… It makes order...

Starbucks

Quick Bites

Fast, filling, and always reliable. From subs and slices to local takeout faves, these are my go-to spots when I want good food without the wait.

Classic, customizable, and everywhere. Perfect when I want something fast but still fresh—loaded with veggies, stacked with protein, and always exactly how I like it. My go-to is [insert your fav sub here, like chicken bacon ranch or steak & chee...

Subway

A classic. Sometimes you just need fries that taste like pure nostalgia. It’s reliable, fast, and exactly what it’s supposed to be every single time. I love grabbing breakfast here too!!! Nothing hits like a hash brown and coffee when you’re on the g...

McDonald's

World Flavors

From curry to sushi to tacos—this is where I keep all the spots that bring a taste of the world to Cape Breton. Local gems with international flavor that hit every craving.

Downtown gem offering Pakistani-Indian comfort food with big flavours and a welcoming vibe. I’m a sucker for the buttery mango lassi and chole-bhature feels as homemade as it gets. Bonus: loads of veggie options and staff who genuinely treat you li...

Mian's Restaurant

My favourite spot for real-deal Lebanese shawarma in Cape Breton. The chicken shawarma melts in your mouth—juicy, perfectly seasoned, and wrapped just right. Always served with warm flatbread, crispy fries (because they know how to do it right).

Lebanese Flower Restaurant

Healthier Options

Lighter eats that don’t skimp on flavor. Smoothies, salads, wraps, and spots that make it easy to feel good about what’s on your plate.

Sydney’s first 100% plant-based café, tucked inside Prince Street Market. Their vegan donair is a standout—flavorful and filling without the heaviness of the classic meat version. Breakfast wraps, avocado toast, and perfectly roasted potatoes are all...

JJ's Plant Based Eats | Sydney NS

Sweets + Treats

Where I go when the sweet tooth hits—bakeries, dessert shops, and local spots serving up everything from donuts and cookies to ice cream and cakes you can only find here.

Tiny bakery tucked inside the Needs Convenience on George Street, but don’t let that fool you—these baked goods are next level. Their bread, rolls, pies, and cookies are all homemade and undeniably Cape Breton. Plus, they’ve got a freezer section sto...

Tony's Bakery | Sydney NS

Honestly, I love MrBeast Feastables! The chocolate bars are so good, I can’t get enough. I love how fun and creative the brand is, and it just makes snacking more exciting. Can’t wait to try all the flavors

Feastables Mr Beast Chocolate Bars

Seaside Sugar’s Donuts and Dogs is so good. Their hot dogs aren’t basic at all.. they’re super unique and all named after Cape Breton things, which I love. My favourite is the Cabot Trail dog… the cheese sauce and bacon bits on it are unreal. Their d...

Seaside Sugar's Donuts and Dogs

Restaurants + Bars + Pubs

The spots I love when it’s time to slow down and enjoy a meal. From cozy family restaurants to nicer dinner vibes, these are the places worth sitting in for good food and good company.

Such a hidden gem—literally tucked behind Sweet Side of the Moon. Their menu is one-of-a-kind, with dishes you can’t find anywhere else on the island. Every plate feels creative and original, not just the same pub food you see everywhere. Pair it w...

The Bitten Moon Pub | Glace Bay NS

This spot delivers pub-style comfort with a twist—cheesy pizzas and deluxe burgers from Kayla’s Pizza & Grill, but you’ll only get them right here. Pair it with a cold local beer & live music that always fills the room. It’s the perfect mix o...

Main Event Beverage Bar

The Auld Shamrock – Dominion, NS 📍 Address: 85 Commercial St, Dominion, NS B1G 1B4 ☎️ Phone: (902) 276‑3183 🕓 Typical Hours: Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 AM Monday through Friday: ~11:00 AM – 2:00 AM 🍽️ What to Expect: Cozy I...

The Auld Shamrock- Dominion, NS Canada

Breakfast!!! Lunch too ☀️

My favorite spots for starting the day right (or recharging mid-day). From big Cape Breton breakfasts with toast, eggs, and bacon to cozy lunch plates, these are the diners, cafés, and restaurants that always hit the spot.

A sweet little diner that feels like home from the first bite. Colette’s is the place I go for award-winning all-day breakfasts, like perfectly crispy Scottish toast and rich, hearty eggs benny. Their lobster roll is as good as they come, and the des...

Colette's Family Restaurant Ltd

Cozy diner with that true Cape Breton feel. Their breakfasts are the star—hearty portions, perfectly cooked eggs, crispy bacon, and the kind of toast you only get at a real diner. Friendly staff, quick service, and the kind of spot that makes you wan...

Mickey D's