What Will You Crack Open?
From our ocean to your plate – crack open your sense of adventure on the Nova Scotia Lobster Trail. There’s no place on earth where you will get fresher lobster and more talented chefs creating delicious locally-inspired dishes with this iconic crustacean.
Break out your lobster crackers and get ready for a feast. On the Lobster Trail, you’ll experience traditional lobster dinners, lobster rolls and everything in between.
FOLLOW THE TRAILS. CAPTURE THE MOMENTS. COLLECT THE STAMPS. GET THE PRIZES.
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How It Works
- 1Visit a Lobster Trail Stop
Head over to one of our participating Trail Stop locations. - 2Eat Nova Scotia Lobster
What will you crack open? - 3Get your stamp
Passport, mobile app or website. - 4Enter to Win Prizes! Collect 10 stamps to receive a free Lobster Trail t-shirt* AND be entered for the Grand Prize Draw (10 stamps = one entry. For every five additional stamps you will receive one extra entry). Submit your passport stamps here.
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Refreshing, crisp, and crafted with care.
Island Folk Cider House in Sydney produces small-batch cider using 100 percent Nova Scotia apples and locally sourced cranberries, creating bright, balanced flavours that reflect Cape Breton’s growing craft beverage scene.
Visit this Good Cheer Trail stop, learn about their cider-making process, and add another stamp to your passport.
Cheers to a glass made the Nova Scotia way 🥂
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A Maritime masterpiece, right in downtown Dartmouth.
The Canteen on Portland’s seafood chowder is layered with lobster, haddock, smoked haddock, mussels, bacon, potatoes, dill oil, and finished with a seared scallop.
One of Nova Scotia’s most iconic chowders, crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients and chef-driven detail.
✨Fun fact: The Canteen was featured in National Geographic in 2023 in an article about the NS Chowder Trail! ✨
Don’t forget to collect your Chowder Trail stamp while you’re there.
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A Lobster Trail classic in the heart of Cape Breton.
Dive into fresh, local flavours where every bite celebrates the flavours of the coast. Prepared by talented chefs and paired with fresh local ingredients, it’s a true taste of what Nova Scotia has to offer.
The Lakeside Restaurant at Inverary Resort is closed for the season, but it’s well worth adding to your summer plans 🦞
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Cheese crafted with care: The Hunter Family at Knoydart Farm 🧀🐄
Located along the Northumberland Strait in Nova Scotia, Knoydart Dairy Farm has been family-owned and operated since 1998. Their certified organic dairy farm and creamery turns milk from their grass-fed cows into flavourful, small-batch, artisanal cheeses.
The Hunters take pride in producing high-quality dairy products - from their pastures to your plate.
A meaningful stop along the Cheese Trail.
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Cold outside, coastal comfort inside 🦞
Blue Lobster Public House in Stellarton serves up creative takes on Maritime classics, made with fresh, local Nova Scotia ingredients. From comforting seafood dishes to thoughtful details throughout the menu, it’s a spot that captures the flavours of the coast in every bite.
Settle in, slow down, and enjoy a welcoming Chowder Trail stop that locals love.
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Bold flavours, local craft, and proudly made in Nova Scotia.
Crafted in Nova Scotia with a focus on flavour and quality, Coldstream Clear Distillery offers a behind-the-scenes look at local beverage production. From vodka, rum, whisky, ready-to-drink coolers, and curated cocktail flights, Coldstream Distillery has something for every spirits fan 🥃
Visit, learn about their process, and add this Good Cheer Trail stop to your plans.
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If you love fresh seafood, quality ingredients, and local flavours, Dory Mates’ Seafood Shop is a must-try 🦞
From market-fresh catches to comforting café dishes made with care, this family-run fish market and café in the heart of Lunenburg showcases the very best of Nova Scotia’s flavours.
Visit this Lobster Trail stop in Lunenburg and collect your stamp while you’re there.
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If you’re craving a chowder that feels both comforting and refined, this Chowder Trail stop belongs on your list.
Mateus Bistro in Mahone Bay is a favourite for locals and visitors alike. They serve up home-style, seasonal dishes made with fresh seafood, local produce, and perfectly smoked meats - including their rich, comforting seafood chowder that’s a must-try!
One to bookmark for your next South Shore visit.
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