The Shanty Café — Restaurant in Yarmouth

The food at the Shanty is delicious, and one of the healthiest options in Yarmouth. In a small municipality, it's often hard to find variety in menus - and even harder to find items like Cuban croquetas or veggie samosas prepared well. This has always been the case when we've dined at the café.

When you dine there, you are supporting community enterprise. Their parent company is the Yarmouth Association for Community Residential Options (YACRO) which provides meaningful employment to individuals who face barriers in the job market. YACRO should be very proud of the Shanty, as they use this mandate to run a very professional restaurant which brings a variety of ethnic and organic menu items to the community. Call ahead to reserve tables before you go! These folks are busy - for...

I was a bit nervous coming here as a vegan. However, I was pleasantly surprised. I ended up getting the Indian Beet Salad and adding the Garbanzo Flats on top for some extra spice and protein. It was delicious and (Matt) who served us was great at answering all of my questions! Not to mention the kitchen staff member who brought out my samosa noticed it wasn't up to par and immediately took it away and brought a better (less greasy) one! Attention to detail is very important. I would highly recommend it to any vegans or otherwise that are travelling...

While in Yarmouth visiting an old friend, she took us to the Shanty Cafe. It was a first rate experience. This cute little cafe which is open long hours offers an amazing menu - something for everyone. On top of this, their employees are all "challenged" people. They are genuinely amiable and friendly along with being very conscientious, delightful employees. This is near and dear to my heart and I hope if you're ever in Yarmouth, you'll try the Shanty Cafe on Central Street for your breakfast, lunch or dinner. A wonderful experience and great,...