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Haligonians reminisce as iconic Salty’s restaurant gets torn to the ground

Halifax, NS, Canada / Country 103.5
Caitlin Snow
Jan 22, 2026 | 4:58 PM
Haligonians reminisce as iconic Salty's restaurant gets torn to the ground

Construction crews tear down Salty's. PHOTO BY NATALIE CHIASSON /Acadia Broadcasting



On a cold, grey, January day, a large pile of rubble lays on the Halifax waterfront where iconic restaurant Salty’s once stood.

There was little activity at the actual site, Thursday, with an excavator on hand while just a few construction crews continue their work.

Salty’s demolition started earlier this week.

Salty's demolition site. PHOTO BY NATALIE CHIASSON /Acadia Broadcasting

It had been a fixture of the bustling Historic Properties for decades after it was built in 1972 with staple menu items such as lobster rolls and seafood chowder.

The restaurant announced it was closing in 2024 and now that it is being demolished, there has been a lot of chatter on social media with many reminiscing.

Salty’s made its last post on social media in February 2025, thanking its patrons for the support over the years.

It is unclear what will go there in its place, but the property is owned by The Armour Group.

Our newsroom has reached out to them for more information.

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