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Il Mercato

Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Ranked #1 of 28 restaurants in Bedford
Price range: S$19 - S$25
Most recent review
- 26 Apr 2013
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36 reviews from our community

86% Recommend
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Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Dining room was noisy when I visited, however the staff were friendly and very attentive. Not as much flavor on the menu when you try to get away from the pasta choices.

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Halifax, Canada
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71 reviews 71 reviews
42 restaurant reviews
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

This is our 'local restaurant' and has been a favourite for several years. They have an excellent selection of pastas and desserts are to die for. Last night we had the duck confit crostini, the calamari and the red and green cabbage salad. They were all great although the calamari could have been a little less breaded. The pasta stuffed... More

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Kanata, Canada
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46 reviews 46 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

That is what it felt like. The server was fantastic made the meal fun. He promptly asked if we wanted Cava. Of course, and we had Lemoncella. Exactly how we had it when we were in Sorrento. They made a delicious arrabiata for me. Not as hot as I like it - but delicious. Our table ordered the tomato/basil soup.... More

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Halifax, Canada
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36 reviews 36 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

my husband and I went for lunch, only a few people in the restaurant but service was very slow. We were left waiting for quite a few minutes at the top of the stairs before being seated. Waiter was actually quite rude when he finally came over to take our order. My salad was served on a warm plate, which... More

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Halifax, Canada
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56 reviews 56 reviews
43 restaurant reviews
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

We went as a group of six on a Friday night. The food here was great, and everyone in our group seemed to love their food. However, the wait was inconvenient and the bar area is much too small. I couldn't even get a seat at the bar let alone a drink for the entire 40 minutes we waited. Since... More

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New Glasgow, Canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013 via mobile

Make sure to plan time to wait in line. As they don't take reservations. But the wait is well worth it. I've never heard one bad review about the food Nd the service is amazing. Only real complaint us the restaurant is small and noisy if you were in a romantic date you wouldn't be able to hear each other... More

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Windsor, Canada
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126 reviews 126 reviews
85 restaurant reviews
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

I just made my first trip to Il Mercato in Bedford. It was an unexpected night out so we made plans on the fly and ended up there because our other option was packed. I've heard good things about this place and my wife has made many pleasant visits, so we all agreed. The surroundings were quaint, it was spacious... More

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Lower Sackville, Canada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

Located on the 2nd floor in the Sunnyside Mall, you will find very good italian lunches and dinners. Good choices of pastas, salads & soups, pizza, and other entrée dishes, and desserts as well. Very good and friendly services, and dishes well presented. Busy at times, but one can still hold a conversation. Full dinner for two between $80 -... More

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Halifax, Canada
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20 reviews 20 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013 via mobile

We took the family out on a Thursday night to Il Mercato. We hadn't been there in a while. Next time we will not be as long between visits. We think it is even better than before. Our selections we fantastic. The taste and quality of the food was perfect. Service was fantastic. Highly recommended.

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Dartmouth, Canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2013

We have been going to Il Mercato for years. Last Friday night when we were there I thought that I should write a review for this great restaurant. They were busy with a bit of a line up when we arrived. It didn't take long to get a table. I has the scallop appetizer, scallops with a parsnip puree and... More

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