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The Canteen Interior- Dining Room - The Canteen on Portland, Dartmouth, NS

The Canteen on Portland

4.9
4.9
3278 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Farm-to-table

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2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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

Menu

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What 3,278 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

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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

    Neighbourhood 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

    Neighbourhood 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.

3,278 Reviews

  1. Belinda

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was outstanding in all areas. The service was awesome from start to finish. I was a server on a ship for many years so I know what it takes to give good service. I'm also a very good cook , so when going out with my husband he is fussy, its hard to find a restaurant with good food. You aced it from the start salad we received to creme bur lee, Oh plus the wine!! Thank you for making our date night amazing!!!

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  2. Ronald

    Atlantic Canada

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beyond a doubt the best restaurant in Dartmouth. Food and service are always great and staff make you feel like you should not dine anywhere else. Ron

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  3. Laura

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days 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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  4. Heather

    Atlantic Canada

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    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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  5. Margaret

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    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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  6. Amy

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    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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  7. Michael

    Atlantic Canada

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 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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  8. Nancy

    Atlantic Canada

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 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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  9. Jimmy

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 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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  10. Jessica

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 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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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 3278 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Canteen on Portland

22 Portland Street, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1G9

Additional information

  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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