Our Menus
Among the selection of wines and other beverages, we offer Annapolis Valley cider which is the traditional drink with crepes, stemming from their birthplace in Brittany, France. Chez Tess offers our patrons tried and true recipes handed down from family and friend as well as delve into the culinary imagination of our chef for interesting plates.
Our chef takes pride in offering vegetarian dishes so that all feel welcome to settle in and enjoy a tasty meal together.
5687 Charles Street,
Halifax, B3K1K5
902-406-3133
Our Hours:
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday - 11:30 - 2:30 ~ 5:00 - 9:00
Wednesday - 11:30 - 2:30 ~ 5:00 - 9:00
Thursday - 11:30 - 2:30 ~ 5:00 - 9:00
Friday - 11:30 - 2:30 ~ 5:00 - 9:00
Saturday - 9:30 - 2:30 ~ 5:00 - 9:00
Sunday - 9:30 - 2:30
Brunch
To Start
Soup of the Day- cup $3/bowl $5
Savoury Crepes
Crepes Benedict $11 GF
Two poached eggs & ham wrapped in a crepe bundle with housemade hollandaise
w/ Sweet William's Bacon and Brie $13
w/ Nova Scotia Smoked Salmon $14
w/ Spinach, Tomato & Mushrooms $12
Western Crepe $10.50 GF
Scrambled eggs, peppers and ham served in a savoury crepe and topped with cheddar cheese GF, Substitute spinach, tomato & mushrooms for ham $1.00
Smoked Salmon Breakfast $14 GF
Smoked Salmon, capers, fresh dill & shaved red onion with hollandaise sauce
Ham and Eggs $10.50 GF
Scrambled eggs and ham in a crepe, with spinach, cherry tomatoes and cream cheese
Sausage and Eggs $11.50
Sweet William's breakfast sausage cooked with caramelized apples folded in a savoury crepe with dill-cream cheese scrambled eggs
Hueovos Rancheros $13 GF
A couple of poached eggs in a savoury crepe, topped with pulled pork and salsa fresca with a side of sour cream
Sweet William's Sausage Patty $3
Sweet William's Bacon (3 strips) $3
Sourdough Toast $1.5
Add homemade Jam $1
Tea Biscuit with w/butter $1.50
Fresh Fruit Cup $3.50
Sweet Crepes
Crepes Suzette $9 GF
A classic! Flambeed orange segments with butter, sugar and orange liqueur with a side of Whipped Cream
(A la mode $1.50)
Apple Raisin $8 GF
Caramelized apples & raisins in butter and brown sugar topped with Caramel & a side of Whipped Cream
Chocolate Mousse $9 GF
Velvety mousse in a sweet crepe blossom, sprinkled with buttery almond brittle & served with whipped cream
The Euro $8
Banana, Nutella, Caramel and Whipped Cream rolled in a sweet Vanilla Crepe sprinkled with toasted almonds
(Any sweet crepe ala Mode$1.50)
Besides Crepes
Tess’ Quiche in a Potato Crust $8
Ask your server about our weekly quiche offering
Cinnamon Raisin French Toast $8
Served with butter, maple syrup and fresh fruit
Croque Madame Sandwich $12
Grilled ham, Swiss and Gruyere topped with a fried egg and drizzled with our Dijon mustard sauce!
Tess' Breakfast Sandwich $10
Open faced baguette topped with 2 eggs, 2 slices of Sweet William's bacon drizzled with a maple-sriracha chili sauce and topped with fresh cilantro
"Lox & Bagel" $11
House made New York Style Bagel topped with cream cheese, Smoked Salmon, shaved red onion and capers.
Any of our crepes can be made with Gluten Free Batter - please inform server if this is your preference.
All savoury crepes served with a garnish salad and a Potato Cake
Please note that although we do our best to keep our online menus updated, some discrepancies may exist between these and our in-house menus.
Savoury Buckwheat Crepes
Any of our crepes can be made with Gluten Free Batter. Please inform server if this is your preference. GF denotes Gluten Free option available.
Add Side Caesar for $4
Vegetarian
Spanokopita $9 GF
Baby spinach & feta cheese in a light cream sauce folded in a buckwheat crepe
Add warm sliced chicken $3
Chickpea in Spicy Tomato Sauce $9 GF
Tender stewed chickpeas in an Indian-inspired spicy tomato sauce. Served on a buckwheat crepe and topped with cooling yogurt and fresh cilantro
The Portobello $12 GF
Marinated Portobello mushrooms, roasted red pepper, wilted spinach and goat cheese
Crepe Cordon Bleu $13
Slices of slow roasted chicken, ham and cherry tomatoes with our house Dijon mustard sauce topped with melted Swiss Cheese
Pulled Pork Burrito Crepe $12 GF
Pork slowly braised in tomato sauce and an aromatic spice mixture, wrapped in savoury crepes & topped with cheddar cheese. Served with a side of sour cream.
Chicken Florentine $12 GF
Slow roasted chicken, baby spinach, Swiss & Asiago cheese finished with a traditional French cream sauce with a hint of garlic
Smoked Salmon Crepe $13 GF
Local Maritime smoked salmon, fresh dill and capers, served on a buckwheat crepe with caramelised onions and cream cheese
Coquilles St. Jacques $14
Scallops seared baby spinach and cremini mushrooms in a crepe shell with a creamy Emmenthal cheese sauce
Beef wth Dijon Horseradish Sauce $17 GF
Shaved roast beef, sauteed mushrooms and sweet red onion compote piled on top of a buckwheat crepe and topped with a creamy Dijon horseradish sauce
Dinner Entrees (Non-Crepe)
Pan Seared Haddock $15
Local line-caught haddock, lightly breaded and seared, topped with a citrus-coconut reduction, sauteed belle peppers and red onions. Served over Basmati rice.
Pasta and Warm Brie with Scallops $16
An entree sized version of our pasta and warm brie appetizer, topped with seared scallops. Served with a garnish salad and baguette.
Please note that although we do our best to keep our online menus updated, some discrepancies may exist between these and our in-house menus.
Sweet Crepes
The Euro $8
Sweet crepe with bananas, Nutella & Caramel, topped with whipped cream & toasted almonds
Apple Golden Raisin $8
Caramelized apples and plump golden raisins wrapped in a sweet crepe topped with Tess' Caramel sauce and whipped cream
Chocolate Mousse $9
Velvety mousse & whipped cream served in a blossom crepe, topped with buttery almond brittle
Crepe Suzette $9
A Classic! Flambeed orange segments with butter, sugar and orange liqueur served over 2 sweet crepes topped with whipped cream
(Add a scoop of French Vanilla to any sweet crepe for $1.50)
Desserts $8
Créme Brulee
Silky Custard with a toasted caramel top
Bananas Foster
Served over ice cream, topped with walnuts
Specialty Coffees $7
Classic Irish
Java Blend’s Fog City with Jameson's Irish whiskey served in a sugar rimmed mug topped with whipped cream
Nutty Irishman
Java Blend’s Fog City with Bailey's and Frangelico served in a sugar rimmed mug topped with whipped cream
Spanish
Java Blend’s Fog City, Tia Maria and Dark Rum served in a sugar rimmed mug with whipped cream
Monte Cristo
Java Blend’s Fog City, Kahulua and Grand Marnier served in a sugar rimmed mug topped with whipped cream
Latte, Espresso, Cappuccino, Macchiato, Single or Double, add a flavour shot for $1.00 extra
Please note that although we do our best to keep our online menus updated, some discrepancies may exist between these and our in-house menus.
California Wrap $9
Chicken, Sweet William's bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato and mayo wrapped in a buckwheat crepe.
Roast Beef Sandwich $12
Thinly sliced roast beef piled on baguette with mushrooms , cheddar cheese, shaved red onions, jalapenos, and jalapeno aioli for a little extra kick!
Croque Monsieur $11
Grilled ham, Swiss and Gruyere cheeses on multi-grain bread topped with Tess' Dijon mustard sauce and our creamy Emmenthal cheese reduction
The Roscoff Grill $10
Ham, asparagus, gruyere cheese, sliced green apple and Tess' Emmenthal cheese sauce on Grilled Brioche
Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich $7
Poached chicken, diced apples, celery, raisins and red onion tossed in housemade curry mayo wrapped in a crepe
Savoury Buckwheat Crepes
Vegetarian
Spanokopita $9
Baby spinach and feta cheese in a light cream sauce folded in a savoury crepe
Add warm sliced chicken $3
The Portobello $12
Thick marinated Portobello mushrooms, roasted red pepper, wilted spinach and goat cheese
Crepes J'adore
Crepe Cordon Bleu $13
Slices of slow roasted chicken, ham and tomatoes with our house Dijon mustard sauce finished with melted Swiss cheese
Chicken Florentine $12
Slow roasted chicken, wilted spinach, Swiss & Asiago cheese finished with a traditional french cream with a hint of garlic
Seafood Crepes
Smoked Salmon Crepe $13
Local Maritime smoked salmon, fresh dill and capers, served on a buckwheat crepe with caramelized onions and cream cheese
Coquilles St. Jacques $14
Sea scallops seared with baby spinach and cremini mushrooms in a crepe with creamy Emmenthal cheese sauce
Substitue a side Caesar for garnish salad $4 Add a cup of soup du jour for $3
Please note that although we do our best to keep our online menus updated, some discrepancies may exist between these and our in-house menus.
Soup
Soup du Jour cup $4/bowl $6
French Onion Soup $7
Starters
Warm Chicken and Bacon Salad $14 (small $8)
Roasted chicken, bacon, cherry tomatoes, Cheddar cheese and toasted almonds tossed in warm bacon vinaigrette.
Caesar Salad $10 (small $6)
Crisp Romaine lettuce tossed with maple glazed pancetta, multigrain croutons and Tess’ Caesar dressing. Finished with an Asiago crisp
Add warm sliced chicken $3
Warm Mushroom Salad $11 Warm Portobello, Cremini mushrooms & roasted red peppers served on a bed of mixed greens tossed in Balsamic vinaigrette
Tess' Warm Brie $9
Served with crostini, kalmata olives, roasted garlic and crispy green apple slices
Maritime Mussel Plate $8 GFO
Steamed local mussels served with white wine and garlic or the Chef's offering
Liquid Gold Tasting Platter $8
Olive oils and Vinegars from the Hydrostone Market's Liquid Gold Tasting Bar
Mushroom & Sage, Tuscan Herb, Blood Orange or Nocellara del Belice Olive Oils. Honey Ginger, Fig, Pomegranate, or Sicilian Lemon Balsamic Vinegars. Served with bread for dipping
Pasta & Warm Brie Salad $8
Brie cheese tossed with olive oil, garlic, tomatoes, fresh basil and linguine, warmed and topped with grated Asiago Cheese
Please note that although we do our best to keep our online menus updated, some discrepancies may exist between these and our in-house menus.
