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

The Canteen on Portland

4.9
4.9
3363 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Farm-to-table

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2 people
20:00
Booked 16 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
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 10:00–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (902) 425-9272
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Renee Lavallee
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,363 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
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

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

    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 top choice in Dartmouth, known for "amazing food and service" and its "welcoming, bustling atmosphere." Standout dishes include the "crobster," seafood chowder, and carrot cake. Despite occasional noise, the "elevated but approachable menu" and "friendly, knowledgeable staff" ensure a delightful dining experience.

3,363 Reviews
  1. Philip VIP

    Atlantic Canada8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the food was so flavourful and delicious We have a hard time risking going anywhere else when we know how awesome the Canteen always is

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  2. Elizabeth

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    One of the best tasting and beautifully presented meals I’ve ever had. Eager to return and eat through the whole menu.

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  3. Joseph

    Atlantic Canada10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best restaurant in Dartmouth - amazing service and meals are prepared to perfection

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  4. Ashley

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had been hoping to go to The Canteen for some time now, and it was a lovely experience. Our server was attentive, personable, and took care of us. The food was delicious and offered so many local choices. I look forward to when we go back

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  5. Martin

    Atlantic Canada17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff excellent service and terrific food. One of our favourite spots in Halifax

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  6. Lesley

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an exceptional experience, as we always do.

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  7. Laura

    Atlantic Canada2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most amazing service and dinner lastnight! We just sat at the bar for dinner! The bartender/server was incredible!!!!! He made us the best drinks and was very attentive. 10/10 experience.

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  8. KevinM

    Atlantic Canada6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite spot by far. The food, service and vibe are absolutely TOP NOTCH

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  9. arthur

    Atlantic Canada1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The menu was quite small but that is expected with all ingredients made at time of plating rather than frozen foods or sauces. We had 2 duck specials with beet risotto which were very good the other plate was the scallop dish off their menu. All of which were very good and did not dissapoint. The one cocktail we had was very good with nice flavors as they seem to use original recipes with thier cocktails. But this led to thier desert menue. This menue was simple but rather dissapointing compared to the rest of the menue. Creme Brulee which now is everywhere, A Brownie which was served cold and simply put was poor for what should have been expected. A carrot cake (booring and unoriginal). However the value for what we got was very good and i would go here rather than any chain restaraunt out there. Other than the deserts.

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  10. Mossford10

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and friendly service. Recommended in downtown Dartmouth.

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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 3363 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 16 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 10:00–14:00 Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • 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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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