Welcome to the rope loft ​

We are a Restaurant and Pub located on Chester's Front Harbour, offering a wonderful selection of fresh Nova Scotia Seafood. We are known for our light-cream based Shellfish Chowder, Fresh Local Lobster, Scallops & Mussels.
Choose from a range of Local Draft Beer, Nova Scotian Wine and Cider!

CLOSED FOR THE SEASON.
We look forward to serving you in the Spring!

Guest Reviews

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“Everything about our recent visit to the Rope Loft was delicious, including the two dinner specials. The sea trout was cooked just right, the fish tender and the skin crispy, and the bed of risotto, dreamy. The scallops were pan-seared to perfection. Someone in this kitchen knows what they are doing. A half-litre of wine is a bargain here. Our server was friendly and attentive and helpful in our menu decisions - I rarely order desserts but she convinced me the sticky toffee pudding wasn’t to be missed - and I did not leave a crumb. The hospitality was warm and welcoming from the moment we walked through the front door - a tribute to the staff - all in face masks and dealing with table distancing and increased cleaning procedures! I can’t wait to return.” - janeeastcoast
“Spur of the moment decision to drop in for dinner at the Rope Loft...my friend started with the oysters, which were amazing, and we both had the pan-fried scallops, which were done to perfection. The hi-lite was when our server, presented my brother’s pork chop entree, which was literally a work of art! We were in awe! Together with great location/view, great ambience, great staff, always a pleasure!” - Robinjan25
“Food was really good. Service was excellent and friendly. They've clearly put in a lot of effort to make sure everyone feels safe and everything was clean. Servers wore masks. I will definitely go again in the summer to check out the patio!” - Lianna deKoe

Location & Hours

Located on Chester's Harbourfront! 
36 Water Street 
Chester, Nova Scotia 
B0J 1J0
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KITCHEN HOURS
Closed for the Season! See you in the Spring.