🍻 Fresh Pub Bites
Enjoy satisfying grill classics, crisp salads, and hearty mains that pair perfectly with our large selection of ales.
Millcove Spotlight
Chef-curated dishes inspired by the excitement of live music—think bold flavors, daily surprises, and specials designed to amplify the Stage 1 atmosphere.
🎶 Sip & Savor Selections
From craft beer and cider to handpicked wines, our drink menu is designed to elevate every pint, plate, and performance.
Next at Stage 1
Saturday, Nov 7 · 8:00 PM
MERIMAC LIVE AT MILLCOVE - NOV 7
Rock, pop, Celtic, country—Merimac mixes it up at Mill Cove on November 7, 8–11 p.m. $15 presale; $20 at the door.
Friday, Nov 13 · 7:00 PM
FOG Live at Stage1
Four Old Guys light up the stage with classic tunes for dancing and good times. Come early and bring your best crew
Friday, Nov 20 · 8:00 PM
Signal Hill Live at Stage1 – November 20
Signal Hill returns to Millcove — a night of classic hits, East Coast energy, and good times.
History
About Us
Mill Cove Brew Pub & Stage 1 on Bedford Highway offers a vibrant all‑in‑one experience—daytime pub fare, local craft brews, and off‑track betting, transitioning into a lively live‑music and entertainment venue by night.
By day, Mill Cove serves up grill classics, craft beer, ciders, and features Halifax’s only off-track betting room for live race viewing. As evening sets in—especially on weekends—it transforms into Stage 1, Bedford’s go-to spot for live music, DJs, comedy, and trivia, with free parking and a buzzing atmosphere.
WHAT WE SERVE
Explore texture, color and of course the ultimate tastes with our menu of the season. All the ingredients are fresh and carefully selected by our chefs. Enjoy an extraordinary dinning experience.
Nightly Features
4-9 PM
Tuesday Tacos
Soft shell tacos 4.50 each | Taco board, 12 tacos for 45
Tequila shots & Coronas 5 | Margaritas 10
Wednesday Wings
Wings .99 each | Boneless 1.50 each
32oz Thundermugs 10: Bud, Bud Light, Keith's IPA
Thursday Wings
Wings .99 each | Boneless 1.50 each
32oz Thundermugs 10: Bud, Bud Light, Keith's IPA
Friday Fish & Chips
1-piece fish & chips 9.99 | Extra piece 5
Beer-battered, fries, tartar, coleslaw
Saturday Smashies
House smashburger 9.99 | Extra patty 3
5th patty is FREE! | 5oz bar buckets 25
Sunday Fajitas
6 fajita wraps for 20: chicken or beef, served with warm tortillas and all the fixings
*Beverage purchase required on food specials. Dine-in only.
Reserve a Table
Open Hours
Monday – Sunday: 10 AM – Midnight
Kitchen Hours
Sunday - Tuesday : 4 PM – 9 PM
Wednesday & Thursday : 4 PM – 9 PM
Friday & Saturday : 12 PM –9 PM
Experience
EVENTS
Stage 1 at Mill Cove brings Bedford its most electrifying lineup—live bands, trivia nights, comedy, DJs, and more—all in one vibrant, community-powered venue
Mill Cove Brew Pub is Bedford’s go-to entertainment destination, transforming the pub into a vibrant music venue every weekend. It regularly hosts live performances from local bands and tribute acts like “Signal Hill” and “Clusterfunk,” as well as themed throwback nights such as “Rewind” playing classic rock and country hits. The space also pulses with energy from trivia quizzes—such as Boy Band and Schitt’s Creek trivia—followed by DJ-led late-night afterparties that keep the crowd buzzing .
In addition to music and trivia, we bring comedy and community to life with open-mic nights and events like “Ruckus” that celebrate fun, local talent, workshops, and occasional themed showcases. From dinner-time performances to late-night afterparties, Stage 1 offers a dynamic mix of concerts, games, laughs, and social energy—all under one roof on Bedford Highway.
Visit Us
GOOD FOOD & GOOD ENTERTAINMENT
Experience the best of Bedford with local brews, delicious pub fare, live music, trivia, comedy—and Halifax’s only off‑track betting Horse Room, all under one roof.