About The Wheelhouse Seafood and Pasta
Oceanfront restaurant in Belliveau Cove near Digby serving fresh seafood and pasta with sweeping St. Mary's Bay views. Google 4.6 with 366 reviews. Known for Digby scallops, lobster, and waterfront dining. Also offers on-site cabin accommodations.
Features & Highlights
Detailed Information
Overlooking the tranquil waters of St. Mary's Bay in the Acadian village of Belliveau Cove, The Wheelhouse Seafood and Pasta has established itself as one of the Bay of Fundy region's most beloved dining destinations. With a stellar 4.6 Google rating from more than 360 reviews, this oceanfront restaurant at 3334 Highway 1 in Clare, Nova Scotia, serves up generous portions of fresh Atlantic seafood, house-made pasta dishes, and some of the most spectacular sunset views on the Nova Scotia coast. Formerly known as The Roadside Grill & Cabins, The Wheelhouse has been transformed into a true coastal dining and accommodation destination, complete with three newly renovated cabins and a loft apartment for guests who want to extend their stay.
Practical Information
Address & Location
3334 Highway 1, Belliveau Cove, NS B0W 1J0
The Wheelhouse opened a second waterfront location at 5 Montague Row, Digby, NS B0V 1A0 — call (902) 245-2248.
Located on the scenic Route 1 in the Municipality of Clare. Under 45 minutes from both Digby and Yarmouth. About 2.5–3 hours (235 km) from Halifax via Highway 101 west to Exit 28.
Hours of Operation
Open daily, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (hours may vary seasonally)
Open year-round
Price Range
$$ - Moderate to upscale. Most mains in the $18-$35 range.
Reservations
Walk-ins welcome. Reservations recommended during peak summer season and for larger groups.
Parking
Ample free parking available on site.
Menu Highlights
Digby scallops, whole lobster, lobster mac & cheese, fresh haddock dinners, seafood chowder, house-made pasta dishes, clam chowder.
On-Site Accommodations
Three newly renovated cabins with kitchenette and queen-size bed, plus a 2-bedroom loft apartment. Rates from $99-$149 per night.
People make the drive from Digby, from Yarmouth, and from points along the Evangeline Trail to get here — and many arrive straight off the Digby–Saint John ferry. The Digby scallops alone are worth the trip, and the view across St. Mary's Bay at sunset gives you every reason to linger over a long dinner.
