The Naked Crepe Bistro (previous location)/Babcock's Restaurant

This building has been home to several eateries over the years.

In the 1950s and ‘60s, this building was Babcock’s restaurant. It would become one of the first places in Nova Scotia to serve Kentucky Fried Chicken.

The Naked Crepe Bistro was the last restaurant to occupy this spot. When a fire broke out on August 22, 2022, it suffered extensive smoke and water damage to the interior and the restaurant moved to the building next door (the one you just stopped at).

Time might be up for this building and the previous one you just saw. Rumour has it that the grocery store wants the property so they can expand. Maybe we can persuade Loblaws to do Main Street a favour and keep the facades of both buildings. While this isn’t ideal, it is better than completely losing more history and will assist in maintaining Main Street’s beautiful heritage and historical look. Let’s advocate for keeping Main Street looking like the Main Street that locals and tourists have loved and enjoyed for so many years.

Photos:

1. The building, as of 2023
2. Exterior fire damage
3. Babcock’s restaurant, serving KFC (the building on the far left hand side, with the two awnings and bay window)