Economy Shoe Shop

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Economy Shoe Shop 25+ year staple in Downtown Halifax for food, drink and entertainment.
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In 1995, a set designer cm motorcycle aficionado by the name of Victor Syperek opened the Economy Shoe Shop Café & Bar. Fast forward 20 years and “The Shoe,” credited with seeding The Marquee Club, The Press Gang Lounge & Oyster Bar and the Seahorse Tavern, is a Halifax destination, anchor on Argyle Street and home to monthly celebrations of local art and the city’s longest running live jazz night, Monday Night Jazz at The Shoe.

Good food, no fork required😉🍔Swipe through to check out some of our handheld favourites, then come hungry and find your ...
10/30/2026

Good food, no fork required😉🍔
Swipe through to check out some of our handheld favourites, then come hungry and find your new go-to👀

Featured above: HADDOCK PO’BOY
In-house Atlantic haddock fillet on a toasted hoagie bun, topped with shredded lettuce, pickled red onion, dill
pickle, and tartar sauce served with coleslaw🐟

BIG RICK BURGER
Our 2026 “Burger Bash” Champion! 3oz. Smash patty, zesty American cheese, deep fried pepperoni, shredded lettuce,
red onion & BBQ baconaise on a butter toasted Ace bun🥓

BOMBAY STREET BURRITO
Blend of curried potatoes, tandoori roasted cauliflower, chickpeas spinach and pickled red onion on a flour tortilla served with mint chutney🧅

BUTTERMILK CHICKEN SANDWICH
Crispy buttermilk chicken fillet on a toasted bun topped with lettuce, dill pickle and ranch. Make it HOT with a spicy chicken fillet, Franks RedHot Buffalo Sauce and jalapeños
for $2! 🐓

BEYOND THE GARDEN BURGER
Beyond Meat patty on a vegan/gluten free bun topped with vegan cheese, onion jam, lettuce, tomato, red onion and
smokey house made vegan burger sauce with choice of side🥬

HAPPY FRIDAY!!🎉🍻We have lots on the go this evening at The Shoe! Come grab something delicious as our kitchen whips up a...
10/30/2026

HAPPY FRIDAY!!🎉🍻
We have lots on the go this evening at The Shoe! Come grab something delicious as our kitchen whips up all your favourite comfort foods, then sit back, enjoy some live music and take advantage of Happy Hour with $6 pints from 4–7pm🍺🥩🍴

⬇️Downstairs in The Basement: we’re kicking things off with Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Show, followed by Mel B & Sammy taking the stage upstairs for LIVE music to keep the energy up and the dance floor moving all night long! 🎤💃

Round up your friends, make some Friday night plans and come spend the evening with us! We’ll save you a seat!!😉

Hungry? Thirsty? Bored? We have the cure for that!The kitchen is cooking up all your favourites🥗🍟🍗🧀Tonight we have The B...
10/29/2026

Hungry? Thirsty? Bored? We have the cure for that!
The kitchen is cooking up all your favourites🥗🍟🍗🧀
Tonight we have The Bailey MacKinnon Quartet playing live from 9pm-midnight🎤🎶
Don’t forget to take advantage of Happy Hour!! 4pm-7pm, $6 pints🍺

Need a lunch spot today? 👀🍔 Come on down to the Shoe, grab a bite from the kitchen and don’t forget about our wings!🍗🔥 P...
10/27/2026

Need a lunch spot today? 👀🍔 Come on down to the Shoe, grab a bite from the kitchen and don’t forget about our wings!🍗🔥 Pair it with a cold drink and take a little break from your day.
Good food, good drinks and good company…what more do ya need?🍻

Sunday funday at The Shoe!!👞⁉️Trivia- 7pm-9pm This weeks theme: HALLOWEEN🎃🎸Sunday Sesh - 8:30 startComedy & live music i...
10/25/2026

Sunday funday at The Shoe!!👞
⁉️Trivia- 7pm-9pm
This weeks theme: HALLOWEEN🎃
🎸Sunday Sesh - 8:30 start
Comedy & live music in The Basement
🍺Happy Hour- 4pm-7pm
$6 pints!

🕸️👻HALLOWEEN IN THE BASEMENT💀🎃The Legendary GHOULBLOOMS are taking over The Basement for a Halloween night you won’t wan...
10/22/2026

🕸️👻HALLOWEEN IN THE BASEMENT💀🎃
The Legendary GHOULBLOOMS are taking over The Basement for a Halloween night you won’t want to miss!🖤

🗓️ Saturday, October 31st
🎸 Music by Legendary Goldblooms
⏰ 10PM – 3:30AM
🔞 19+
🖤 FREE COVER!

Costumes encouraged, the vibes will be wicked, and The Basement is where it’s all going down👀🦇

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Midweek vibes at the Shoe Shop🎶 Anna & Sam take the stage tonight at 8pm!Stop in for dinner, grab a cold one and enjoy s...
10/21/2026

Midweek vibes at the Shoe Shop🎶
Anna & Sam take the stage tonight at 8pm!
Stop in for dinner, grab a cold one and enjoy some live music with us🎸🍔🥗🍷
•Happy Hour- 4pm-7pm l $6 pints🍺

🎶TONIGHT🎷The the.lc3 takes the stage!!Come unwind with live jazz, great food, and your favourite drinks in the heart of ...
10/20/2026

🎶TONIGHT🎷
The the.lc3 takes the stage!!
Come unwind with live jazz, great food, and your favourite drinks in the heart of downtown Halifax👞

10/15/2026

🎶✨Live music everyday✨🎶
Local talent, live music, and a whole lot of Halifax soul👞 Come see what makes the Shoe Shop a staple of the city🤍

Old soul, Halifax heart👞Rooted in history and full of character, The Economy Shoe Shop is more than just a place to grab...
10/15/2026

Old soul, Halifax heart👞

Rooted in history and full of character, The Economy Shoe Shop is more than just a place to grab a bite or a drink. It’s a little piece of Halifax, where historic brick walls, warm lighting, and good company make every visit feel a little different.
From intimate dinners and casual catch-ups to live music and late nights on Argyle, there’s always a reason to pull up a chair

Planning your next night out? Book a table, bring your people, and make yourself at home❤️

Address

1663 Argyle Street
Halifax, NS
B3J2B5

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 12am
Tuesday 12pm - 12am
Wednesday 12pm - 12am
Thursday 12pm - 12am
Friday 12pm - 3:30am
Saturday 12pm - 3am
Sunday 12pm - 12am

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