Rudder's Seafood Restaurant: Set right on the waterfront, Rudder’s pairs a house-brewed pint with a chowder that’s all about fresh-off-the-boat flavour. Expect generous chunks of haddock and scallops, a creamy broth, and the bonus of watching fishing boats glide past the windows while you eat.

Five Fishermen: Consistently rated among Halifax’s top spots for chowder, The Five Fishermen turns out a rich, crowd-pleasing bowl packed with Atlantic flavours — lobster, scallops, and haddock — finished with a touch of sherry for depth. The historic downtown setting adds a bit of old-port atmosphere while you savour each spoonful.

Kiju Restaurant: Located inside the Membertou Trade & Convention Centre, Kiju is rooted in Mi’kmaq hospitality. Their chowder has a creamy base and is made with haddock, scallops, and lobster, finished with just enough seasoning to let the fresh catch shine.

The Quarterdeck Resort: Right on Summerville Beach, The Quarterdeck’s Grill is as famous for its ocean views as for its steaming bowls of chowder. Local ingredients come together in a rich, creamy broth that tastes like the sea breeze you can feel from the dining room windows. Served with a jalapeno and cheddar biscuit. It’s the perfect reward after a walk on the long stretch of white sand just steps from your table.

Blue Lobster Public House: This chef-driven spot highlights Nova Scotia flavours in a laid-back setting. Their signature chowder is a creamy mix of clams, shrimp, mussels, and house-smoked bacon, with onions, celery, and a touch of corn for sweetness — a hearty bowl that captures the Northumberland Shore in every spoonful.

Finish your trail with more than a full stomach. Download the free Taste of Nova Scotia app or register online and collect stamps as you go to win prizes. A little extra incentive, as if you needed one, to keep tasting your way from Cape Breton to Yarmouth.