L'abri - Cheticamp

I had the curried cauliflower, chick peas and fennel, which was incredible. Didn't love the added falafel. We sat on the covered patio with wonderful view. Insi... read more I had the curried cauliflower, chick peas and fennel, which was incredible. Didn't love the added falafel. We sat on the covered patio with wonderful view. Inside was quainte and welcoming. Staff was helpful and attentive. Second vegan option was a yummy looking salad. Food is all hand made.

Had the quinoa bowl made vegan and it was delicious. Staff were very accommodating. As vegan options are generally limited around the Cabot Trail, we were glad... read more Had the quinoa bowl made vegan and it was delicious. Staff were very accommodating. As vegan options are generally limited around the Cabot Trail, we were glad to find this place. Updated from previous review on 2020-07-20

We decided to visit L'Abri because it is one of the few restaurants in Cheticamp that offers vegan options. When I visited, the only dish explicitly labeled as... read more We decided to visit L'Abri because it is one of the few restaurants in Cheticamp that offers vegan options. When I visited, the only dish explicitly labeled as vegan on the menu was the veggie samosas, but many vegetarian dishes can be customized to be made vegan. I opted for the strawberry-arugula salad without feta cheese and the tofu quinoa bowl without sesame aioli. The staff is well-informed about which menu items are vegan-friendly. The portion sizes are generous and the prices are reasonable. The restaurant boasts lovely ocean views and a cozy, inviting ambiance. If you're lucky, you may even catch a sunset over the ocean on a clear evening.

I was so excited to try L'abri based on great reviews. However it seems as though more recent reviewers agree with our lacklustre experience. We were sat at the... read more I was so excited to try L'abri based on great reviews. However it seems as though more recent reviewers agree with our lacklustre experience. We were sat at the worst table in the joint. What's with Nova Scotia people and providing terrible service to those who are under the age of 40? I digress... Our server didn't smile once and seemed annoyed that we came to dine at their restaurant. The service was incredibly slow and the food was not up to par for the price we paid. The salmon was over cooked and for the price you would expect a few pieces of steamed vegetables to be provided instead of just one choice of side. The steak was OK over cooked but I liked the mushrooms and the sauce. I would come here for a drink because the place is cute but go get a slice of pizza down the road for dinner.

2 years later, and just as good if not better. L'abri had done an amazing job through the pandemic at creating delicious food and wonderful service. I can't eve... read more 2 years later, and just as good if not better. L'abri had done an amazing job through the pandemic at creating delicious food and wonderful service. I can't even describe how good this restaurant is, especially in Cheticamp. A true breath of fresh air and absolutely amazing. Ploughman Platter: 9/10 Crab dip: 9:10 Mussels: 10/10 Caesar Salad 10/10 Salt Cod Gratin: 8/10 Fish n Chips (with truffle parm fries): 9/10 Cauliflower (add falafel): 8/10 Burger Fries: 10/10