Rock Island Bistro

Fantastic menu with a wide variety of international flavours and exceptionally fresh ingredients, nice ambiance and a friendly staff

Beautiful place tucked aside off of quinpool. Inside is very nice and cozy. Prices are very low to what are expected for a restaurant with such a nice interior.
Would highly recommend.
Dinner (wraps) were delicious.

Sharp little spot on Quinpool, an area that is quickly becoming one of my favourite Halifax hot-​spots. I’ve been finding so many gems here recently. But back to Rock Island specifically, it is a small-​ish, cozy place, with a slightly upscale feel, that still manages to maintain a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Great for a romantic date night, but can accomodate larger groups as well.
The food is well-​prepared and flavourful. I had the beef stroganoff, which I enjoyed very much. The meat was tender, and the sauce quite tasty.
The hostess (who also served us) was pleasant and conversational. She was thoughtful enough to let us know that a couple of cars had been broken into in the area earlier in the evening, and to ask us if we were parked nearby. When we told her we had left our car on a side street a few blocks away, she pointed out that there was a spot available right outside the restaurant, which would allow us to keep an eye on our vehicle, we happily took her advice. Having actually had a car stolen twice in the past (don’t ask…), I tend to be a bit paranoid, and was appreciative of her concern.
All in all, our experience here was a very positive one, and I can definitely see this restaurant becoming one of our regular destinations.

great ambiance and service, but food very «meh». nothing special. not inclined to go back… desserts are from the superstore.

Nice place to grab some food. Swanky enough inside to bring a date, but not so much where you feel the need to dress nice, or that you cant go to with a family. This place doesn’t seem to be very busy, I’m not really sure why. Myself and the people I was with all enjoyed our meals, and it was quick with good service.