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The Canteen on Portland

4.9
4.9
3276 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Farm-to-table

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Canteen is a full-service neighbourhood restaurant in Downtown Dartmouth, serving up chef-inspired seasonal fare for lunch, brunch and dinner. At the helm in the kitchen is award-winning chef and co-owner Renee Lavallee. Her seasonal menus are influenced by classic French, Italian and traditional Nova Scotian cuisine – with a little bit of Renée’s magic thrown in. Signature items include The Canteen Burger, The Crobster Roll, Seafood Chowder and more.



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Seafood, Canadian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (902) 425-9272
  • Website
    http://www.thecanteen.ca/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Renee Lavallee
  • Location
    22 Portland Street, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1G9
  • Neighborhood
    Dartmouth
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 3,276 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Overall

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Food

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Service

  • Atlantic Canada

    Best Value

  • Atlantic Canada

    Great for brunch

  • Atlantic Canada

    Healthy

  • Atlantic Canada

    Neighborhood gem

  • Atlantic Canada

    Most Booked

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Overall

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Food

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Service

  • Nova Scotia

    Best Value

  • Nova Scotia

    Great for brunch

  • Nova Scotia

    Healthy

  • Nova Scotia

    Neighborhood gem

  • Nova Scotia

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Canteen on Portland is a Dartmouth gem offering "exceptional food and service" in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its "outstanding crobster rolls" and seasonal dishes like scallop risotto, the menu delights with fresh, local flavors. It's a "must-visit" for both locals and newcomers.

3,276 Reviews

  1. Laura

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Canteen has great food and service. Highly recommend!

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  2. Heather

    Atlantic Canada

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love that the Crobster is back, delicious meal as always, wonderful staff, enjoyed the fabulous cremé brûlée.

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  3. Margaret

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I joined my daughter for lunch. The service was very good but I found the food mediocre and very expensive. I also found the noise level uncomfortably high.

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  4. Amy

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and great service! We will definitely be back.

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  5. Michael

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Todays potato leek soup out was the best we have ever tasted ! so good, we brought extra home 💗 Haddock burgers were also tasty 👍

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  6. Nancy

    Atlantic Canada

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the Canteen! When I go out the canteen is my first choice. Food, ambiance, Rene and Doug are two Nova Scotia foodies who support local with love.

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  7. Jimmy

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service during the lunch time rush. Food was excellent.

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  8. Jessica

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seamless experience from the moment we arrived. Our server was attentive and very kind. We went for my husband’s birthday and brought our three kids. Will definitely be going back

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  9. Lisa

    Las Vegas

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went there to celebrate my Twin sister’s birthday and was not recognized for birthday not sure if there should be an option on booking if it’s not noticed. Also was served a bad batch of white wine. Food was amazing.

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  10. Emily

    VIP

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Canteen is one of our favourites and always delivers an exceptional experience. Their famous Crobster roll is back for the holidays so now is the time to get it. I crave their kale Caesar salad and get it almost every time I'm there. The service is always warm and welcoming.

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FAQs

The Canteen on Portland offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (902) 425-9272.

The Canteen on Portland is rated 4.9 stars by 3276 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Canteen on Portland

22 Portland Street, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1G9

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Dartmouth
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Seafood, Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Renee Lavallee
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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