Newfoundland and Labrador Restaurants

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Celebrate special occasions at the best restaurants in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our customers recommend The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - St. Johns , Portage and The Merchant Tavern

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Updated on 5/12/2024

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Contemporary Canadian

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4.8

(926)

Located in historic downtown St John's, Newfoundland. An upscale casual cuisine of family - style dishes that share between 2 - 4 people. An eclectic selection of wines from around the world. Reservations of 6 or less can be made through OpenTable. We do not take reservations of groups larger than 8. Walk - ins welcomed when seats are available. We do not reserve the bar seats and Chef's Table. Thank you.

LIV - Nordic for Shelter and Life, embraces a new approach to dining, importing a true European style of partying by combining cuisine with a vibrant nightlife.

Quintanas De La Plaza

Bringing you a delicious blend of Tex Mex food to St. John's, NL since 1980! A new experience for you. A tradition for us! Located in Churchill Square just minutes from downtown and Memorial University. Come sit back and enjoy some of our most popular dishes including the Mexican Flag, Flautas or Fish Tacos. We offer a wide selection of tequilas and the best margaritas and sangrias in St. John's!

Piatto Pizzeria & Enoteca - St. John's Downtown

Piatto is a gathering place centred around a passion for fine food, fabulous wines, friends and family. Check out the little gems we've come across—diverse wines from across the globe, authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizza, coffee and fabulous desserts—all in a casual atmosphere and with reasonable prices. In our world, authenticity is big. Our pizzaiolo use ingredients and procedures regulated by the Italian governing association (VPN)—so you experience a "true" pizza like you would find in the energetic pizzerias in Naples, Italy (but without the airfare). We are happy to now be taking a limited amount of reservations online as well as always keeping a portion of the restaurant open for walk-ins. For larger tables or reserving our private room please contact us and we will be happy to work with you to create the perfect event!

The Adelaide Oyster House

Price: Moderate

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Contemporary Canadian

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4.8

(453)

We’re a small and energetic restaurant on the corner of Adelaide and Water St. in the heart of downtown St. John’s. We carry a wide selection of East Coast Oysters and our menu focuses on seafood + fun, vibrant small plates. We have a rotating selection of local craft beer and wines and an ever evolving cocktail list. Some call us loud, but we prefer lively! TripAdvisor's 'Certificate of Excellence', "Where to Eat in Canada" x 4, and voted St. John's Top Seafood restaurant!
Our reservation policy has changed in order to support the best possible customer experience. We take 5pm reservations for seating's of 2-4 people, and two larger groups of 5+ Sunday through Saturday. We accept walk-ins and keep a wait list each night, so if we cannot accommodate your desired booking time after 5pm, you are welcome to come down and see us!
You can always contact us via email at adelaideoysterbookings@gmail.com or by telephone at 702-722-7222. Our door is open and you are always welcome!

Piatto Pizzeria - Midtown St. John's

Piatto is the only pizzeria in Atlantic Canada to hold the prestigious VPN certification from Naples, Italy. You know there are just over 500 worldwide!

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - St. Johns

Top-rated hospitality

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

Kelseys Original Roadhouse - St John's

Kelseys Original Roadhouse in St. John's, NL is your destination for an awesome and delicious restaurant and sports bar experience! Enjoy our classic Four-Cheese Spinach Dip, juicy double-stacked burgers, and unforgettable chicken wings, all while catching the game on our TVs. Take advantage of daily deals on happy hour and lunch, plus get 1/2 price wings every Thursday. Can't make it in? Order your favourites for delivery or takeout and enjoy Kelseys wherever you are!

Exile

Price: Expensive

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Contemporary Canadian

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4.6

(882)

Thrill your senses with a dining experience at Exile, JAG's restaurant. Exquisite plates will tantalize your taste-buds and an embracingly warm atmosphere creates the perfect dining experience.
Enjoy our locally sourced ingredients at lunch, during a weekend brunch, or on a special night out with family and friends.
Please note our restaurant does not allow under age patrons after 8:30 pm.

The Little Sparo

Great vibe

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Price: Very Expensive

There is nothing complicated about food, and nobody understood this better than the Italians. They knew that a delicious meal did not require elaborate preparation - just proper ingredients, and the passion and patience to let them work their magic. At The Little Sparo, we apply these principles in all we do. From our fresh baked naturally-leavened bread and pizza to our homemade extruded pasta, every item is prepared with gentle, attentive care. Come enjoy the comfort of Italian cuisine, in our newly renovated, open-concept restaurant with breathtaking views of the St.john's harbor that carries right through to the narrows. Book a table in our elegant dining room or come relax by the fireplace in our cozy, inviting lounge. Our kind and knowledgable staff are here to welcome you with the warm and friendly hospitality that Newfoundlanders are known for. Come join us for dinner!

Welcome to The Merchant Tavern,
The Merchant Tavern pays homage to hard-working people who appreciate fine fare and spirits. Using fresh ingredients from local purveyors and some inspiration, we create dishes that will make you feel sated.

Jack Astor's - St. John's

Great budget-friendly spot

Our mission? Great people helping other great people totally have a blast while enjoying amazing food. Wow, that was a mouthful. But can you blame us? We’re a restaurant. One that specializes in delicious food and great times. Our goal is to make you laugh. And depending on your hot sauce tolerance, cry.
In all seriousness, we take real pride in our food. Try our Cluckin’ Fresh Chicken Fingers, made and seasoned with fresh, never frozen chicken tenders. This isn’t run-of-the-mill pub grub. Our Band of Chefs are influenced by a wide variety of tastes and have travelled across the globe to gain inspiration.
But outside of the kitchen, we find it hard to take ourselves seriously. We have an Elvis booth. For no particular reason. Folks, that really does say it all. We’re sports fanatics, music nuts and love a good joke. If you’re into at least one of those things, we should hang out.

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Mark
Atlantic Canada •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our annual Christmas tradition, good times, food and service. The server was a fellow Cape Bretoner which made it all the more special!
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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - St. JohnsPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• St. John's
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4.6
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Keiria
Atlantic Canada •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Genuinely the best meal, best restaurant and best service I have ever received from an establishment. Myself and my partner went for our anniversary, our server Fabio went above and beyond to make the evening a special one! The garlic cheese bread and carbonara was next level delicious. The best dining experience in St. John’s by a landslide, maybe even in the province!
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The Little SparoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• St. John's
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4.6
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Rick
Atlantic Canada •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
One of the best waitress service experiences I have had in St John’s. The waitress was very friendly always checking on our needs. A party of 5 had an absolute great time. Highly recommend this restaurant. Make reservations as very busy but this does not affect the food quality or the service. Well done Piatto!
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Piatto Pizzeria - Midtown St. John'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• St. John's
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4.7
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Geoff
Atlantic Canada •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great! Get the Stephanie! Trust me. You're welcome.
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Piatto Pizzeria & Enoteca - St. John's DowntownPrice: Moderate• Italian• St. John's
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4.9

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Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our customers recommend The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - St. Johns, Portage and The Merchant Tavern

As of 23 Dec 2024 there are 36 restaurants in Newfoundland and Labrador. Filter by ‘outdoor dining’, ‘romantic’ or ‘dog friendly’.

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Newfoundland and Labrador Restaurants

Make a free booking

Check out diners' favourite restaurants in Newfoundland and Labrador

See what locals rave about in Newfoundland and Labrador

Dining around Newfoundland and Labrador Hot Spots

Landmark

Shopping area

Stadium or Arena

Theatre

Popular area

Institution

Convention centre

Monument

Museum

Park

Theme park

Marina

Gallery

Golf Course

Business area

Ferry

Hotel / Lodging

Nearby Cities

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