About Wild Caraway Restaurant & Café

An intimate and casual restaurant in a century-old home in Advocate Harbour, along the Bay of Fundy. Chef Andrew Griebel serves elaborate five-course set menus built from locally foraged, seasonal ingredients. Multiple Taste of Nova Scotia awards including Restaurant of the Year 2023.

Features & Highlights

🍽️ Locally foraged 5-course tasting menu
🍽️ Taste of Nova Scotia Restaurant of the Year 2023
🍽️ Century-old building with custom pottery by co-owner
🍽️ On-site boutique accommodations
🍽️ Bay of Fundy waterfront setting

Detailed Information

Located in the tiny fishing community of Advocate Harbour along the majestic Bay of Fundy, Wild Caraway Restaurant & Café is a culinary destination that has earned its place among Nova Scotia's most celebrated dining experiences. Housed in a beautifully restored century-old home that once served as the local nurse practitioner's office and doctor's residence, this intimate 30-seat restaurant delivers an extraordinary five-course tasting menu built from locally foraged, seasonal ingredients. Since opening in 2009, owners Andrew Griebel and Sarah Aitken — who met while working in a Melbourne restaurant and fell in love with Advocate Harbour during a visit to Sarah's aunt's property in 2006 — have cultivated a dining experience that draws food lovers from across the province and beyond. With a flawless 4.9-star Google rating and the prestigious Taste of Nova Scotia 2023 Restaurant of the Year award, Wild Caraway has firmly established itself as a must-visit gem on Nova Scotia's culinary map.

Practical Information

Address & Location
3721 Highway 209, Advocate Harbour, NS B0M 1A0
Located on the dramatic Bay of Fundy coast, roughly 2 hours northwest of Halifax and 45 minutes from the town of Parrsboro. The restaurant sits right across from the Advocate Harbour waterfront with direct views of Cape d'Or and the Fundy tides. Nearby attractions include the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark, Cape Chignecto Provincial Park, and the Cape d'Or Lighthouse.

Hours of Operation

  • Thursday through Monday: Bookings taken between 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
  • Seasonal operation: Roughly May through October (2026 season begins May 2)
  • The annual Foraging Dinner (7 courses, $100/person) runs June 25–29, 2026

Price Range
The five-course set menu is $80 per person plus tax. The annual foraging dinner is $100 per person. Wine pairings and local craft beer, house wine, and gin cocktails are available at additional cost. Most reviewers report spending approximately $60–$90 per person for the full experience.

Reservations
Reservations are essential and can be made by phone at 902-392-2889 or by email at EatDrinkStay@WildCaraway.com. A credit card number is required to hold the booking, with a 48-hour cancellation policy. Bookings for the 2026 season opened in February 2026 and fill quickly.

Parking
Free on-site parking is available directly at the restaurant. The property is wheelchair accessible, with the orange cottage featuring a specifically accessible bathroom for guests with mobility needs.

Dress Code
Smart casual. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming — no need for formal attire, though many diners dress up a notch for the occasion.

Wild Caraway Restaurant & Café offers an unforgettable dining experience that beautifully marries the wild, rugged beauty of the Bay of Fundy coast with extraordinary culinary artistry. Whether you are celebrating a milestone, seeking a romantic evening, or pursuing Nova Scotia's best food, this 30-seat tasting-menu restaurant on the Advocate Harbour waterfront delivers an experience that lingers long after the last course is cleared.