🇨🇦 Restaurant Challenge in Halifax: 1/100

Elle’s Bistro | 1678 Barrington St, Halifax, NS A classic brunch spot right on DT’s main street! 🏛️ With its retro vibes and old-school American diner charm, this place often has weekend lines—and for good reason. Just had my second visit to confirm: it’s affordable, generous, and satisfying for the price! 🧾 Total Paid (after tax, no tip): $51.98 Here’s what we ordered: 🍳 Old School Diner Breakfast — $10.95 Classic breakfast plate with sausage and eggs. Simple, hearty, and no-frills! 🍟 Breakfast Poutine — $10.95 Made with potato chunks (not fries!), cheese curds, and classic gravy. Comfort food at its finest! 🍞 Banana Foster French Toast + Strawberries — $17.95 ($15.95 base + $2 for strawberries) HUGE portion—four thick slices! Topped with maple syrup, bananas, and canned-style strawberries. Not groundbreaking but tasty and filling! ☕ Coffee — $2.75 🥛 Large Milk — $3.00 🔁 Final Take: ✔️ Portions: We were stuffed! ✔️ Taste: Solid and reliable—no surprises. ✔️ Price: Rare find in downtown Halifax for this value! ✔️ Vibe: Cozy retro diner with a massive menu (thicker than most brunch spots!). Perfect for regulars exploring new dishes. Ideal for: Budget-friendly brunch lovers or first-timers! 🎉 #HalifaxEats #BrunchGoals #BudgetFood #RetroVibes #ExploreHalifax 🍳✨