The Stretch Diner - Chester

There was this horrible phase that coincided with my high school years where people with bad taste and too much money were making fake diners in their McMansions. That's what the decor here feels like, it's all brand new and doesn't feel like a diner at all. The food is legit, though. They are not messing around. The fish and chips is exactly how it should be. The fries aren't out of a bag. They're not cutting corners. Highly recommend.

Looks very unassuming from the outside but the relatively small interior has a very charming, 50's, retro style complete with chrome and steel. I had fish and chips and it was one of the best I ever had. The portion was more than adequate and the price was reasonable. If I had to say something negative, I would say that the size of the haddock filet filled me up so that I had to pass on a piece of homemade pie that made your mouth water just looking at it. Well done folks. Keep up the good work.

The building isn't much to look at from the outside, but if you're looking for fish chips worthy of being served in Nova Scotia, this is the place. Outside you have lots of parking, and a deck with picnic tables for when the weather's nice. Inside is classic diner decor. Pictures of vintage Hollywood icons, lots of chrome, a counter with homemade baked goods on display, and friendly staff. The fish is moist with a crispy coating. The fries are hand cut, the tartar sauce is house made. We camp in the area every summer (Grave's Island) and make a point of visiting The Stretch.

Delicious lunch after a trip to Peggy's Cove. Try the chili, the fish and the sweet potato fries!

A great little place. Simple food, good prices, neat atmosphere. The pies are AMAZING!