Boasting several of the best maritime restaurants in Nova Scotia, the Keltic Lodge Resort and Spa is the ideal place to test out the tastebuds. Try a new twist on an old favorite or have a go at something completely new.

Learn more about the dining experiences at Keltic Lodge Resort and Spa

Purple Thistle Room
Taste the award-winning Nova Scotia cuisine at the Purple Thistle Room. Inspired by local maritime ingredients, Chef Daryl MacDonnell and his team use their culinary flair to ensure guests have truly unique and upscale dining experience. Overlooking the South Bay, the Purple Thistle Room is not to be missed during a stay at the Keltic Lodge Resort and Spa. While feasting on a superb breakfast buffet or taste testing a new twist on a classic entrée from the dinner menu, the surrounding views of the Atlantic Ocean and the majestic Highlands will provide a feast for your eyes. Serving breakfast and dinner, this dining outlet will surely satisfy even the pickiest eater.

Atlantic Restaurant
Dine al fresco at this extraordinary dining outlet showcasing the best of the regional proteins, fish, and seasonal produce. Local dishes abound at the Atlantic Restaurant under the direction of Executive Chef Daryl MacDonnell. From fresh lobster caught from the bay to local produce, Cape Breton's inimitable flavor can be found in every delicious meal.

Highland Sitting Room
An elegant and sociable dining area with a light menu that never disappoints, the Highland Sitting Room is great for unwinding after a round of golf or chatting with friends over a cocktail and hors d'oeuvres. With a delightful pub menu full of seafood-inspired dishes and a brilliant view of Cape Breton, the Highland Sitting Room is the perfect place to socialize or relax. The Highland Sitting Room hosts nightly entertainment including traditional and modern Celtic music. Don't forget your kilt and dancing shoes.

Meet The Chef
The first Cape Breton-born chef at the Keltic Lodge Resort and Spa, Executive Chef Daryl MacDonnell leads the culinary team to create spectacular, delicious meals for every guest. MacDonnell has over 29 years of culinary experience and has been cooking since he was a young man.