Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Winnipeg

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Winnipeg? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Nicolino's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1122)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Pembina Strip

About the restaurant

Nicolino's Cucina Italiana continues to serve Winnipeg's finest Italian cuisine using the highest quality ingredients and traditional recipes. Everything here is made from scratch and made to order, you'll taste the difference that homemade food offers in every bite! Whether you sit in our beautiful dining room, lounge or spacious patio, each offers you the dining experience of your choice. Be it a date night, a family dinner, a business meeting, or a get together with friends we know it will be over great food, wine, signature cocktails, and service. We are excited to serve you and have you here as our special guest.

Our customers and our customer service are our top priorities. We know life gets busy so please call us if you need to cancel or reschedule your reservation. We do allow a 15 minute grace period for your reservation. In wanting to look after all of our guests we allow 1.5 hours for our tables of 2 and 2 hours for our larger groups.

Buon Appetito!

Top review

David

Dined 1 day ago

Food is always fantastic at Nicolino's. Great place for diner.

Pasquale’s Ristorante Italiano

4.8

4.8 (947)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

St. Boniface

About the restaurant

Proudly serving Winnipeg Classic Italian cuisine since 1977 . How do we stay in business that long? Easy its
our product. lasagna , Cheese Cannelloni, Eggplant Parmesan, Veal and Chicken Parmesan Our Marinara and Bolognese sauce to our breads and dressings. All made in house from scratch by our chefs. Special diets we got you covered we serve Gluten free, Vegan and Vegetarian items. table for 2 or 40 Pasquale's private Dining is great for the whole la famiglia. And Our 50 seat roof top Patio is a must in our hot Winnipeg summers Can't get to us call for our city wide catering and delivery service and New Online Ordering system and App. Quick and convenient.

Please advise for handicapped or elderly customers request main floor dining.

Top review

Kim

Dined 7 days ago

Pastas delicious, veal not great, pizza divine. Exceptional service. Super friendly and accommodating. Exuberantly Italian atmosphere where all having fun.

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Popular dish

Chicken Bruschetta Piadina

Popular dish

Bruschetta Con Burrata

529 Wellington

4.8

4.8 (1943)

CAN$51 and over

Steak

Little Italy/Corydon Village

About the restaurant

Experience the splendor of 529 Wellington, Winnipeg’s Premier Steakhouse. The beautifully restored historic mansion offers intimate dining in 8 elegantly appointed rooms, as well as a beautiful 2-tiered riverside terrace for alfresco dining. 529 serves exclusively Prime Beef, the best available in Canada, as well as fresh fish and seafood. The restaurant is proud to offer Manitoba’s highest rated wine list, Wine Spectator Magazine’s Best of Award of Excellence since 2004. Please note: 529 Wellington is a two-storied building without an elevator. Please indicate if there are any mobility issues for any diners in the party.
*Please note 529 Wellington does not permit outside food and drink due to our food safety program.

Top review

McGowan

Dined 1 day ago

Treat yourself, this restaurant is at the top of its game!

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Popular dish

Lemon Cheesecake

Alena Rustic Italian

4.8

4.8 (695)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Winnipeg

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

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Derek

Dined 1 day ago

Awesome food and service. It’s a local spot for us to go for date night.

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Polo Park - Winnipeg

4.8

4.8 (749)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Polo Park

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls Polo Park, your destination for an unforgettable dining experience in Winnipeg. Step into our outdoor oasis, featuring a vibrant bar and a lush patio that seamlessly blends covered and open-air seating. Located near the popular Polo Park Shopping Centre, we provide a central and convenient location for you to unwind. Delight your taste buds with our enticing daily features, carefully crafted to showcase the best flavours of the season. Join us during Happy Hour and late-night Happy Hour to enjoy refreshing drinks and delectable bites that are sure to satisfy. Join us and experience the best of Winnipeg's culinary scene, with daily features, Happy Hour, and late-night indulgences that will leave you wanting more. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

Top review

Mara

Dined 3 days ago

I had an outstanding experience at Earls Polo Park! From the moment we walked in, the service was top-notch. Our server, Bryn, was incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu—offering great recommendations that made our meal even more enjoyable. She checked in at just the right times and made sure everything was perfect. A big shout-out as well to the manager, Maddy, who came by to ensure we were satisfied and made us feel truly welcomed. It’s rare to see that level of care and professionalism. You can tell this team takes pride in creating a memorable dining experience. We’ll definitely be back!

Cafe Carlo

4.7

4.7 (2640)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Little Italy/Corydon Village

About the restaurant

One of Winnipeg’s most loved and consistent neighbourhood restaurants, Cafe Carlo’s warm, unpretentious atmosphere has been a staple since 1989. Cafe Carlo’s food and drinks are a big hello to the full flavours of the world with a flirtatious wink to Italy.
Created to be craved with delicious dishes like Fett Chile, sometimes classic, sometimes modern and always fresh. Cafe Carlo’s sharing plates, pastas, seafood and daily specials offer something to be savoured with a big glass of wine or a cocktail.
Join us for a satisfying experience as you run in to friends or make new ones.

Top review

Kathryn

Dined 2 days ago

wonderful meal to start a great evening! Thanks, Cafe Carlo!!

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Kristina's On Corydon

4.8

4.8 (288)

CAN$30 and under

Greek

Little Italy/Corydon Village

About the restaurant

Known for our vibrant and warm friendly service, Kristina's offers modern greek fare and fresh mediterranean flavours.

Popular options: Kristina's Signature Chicken, Calamari, Saganaki, Lamb Chops, Dionysus Sirloin, imported Greek beer, our famous Sangria!

Top review

Susan

Dined 5 days ago

Always wonderful at Kristina’s! First dinner on their patio!

Nonsuch Brewing Co.

4.7

4.7 (188)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Winnipeg

About the restaurant

Please note: if your desired reservation time is not available, we hold lots of space for walk-ins.

We started Nonsuch to give back to our home, help grow our culture, and make Manitoba proud. We're proud to offer shareable plates with a focus on local ingredients as well as our award winning craft beer brewed in-house, just steps away from our dining room.

We make our beer. We make our food. But we founded Nonsuch to make your special moments. To appreciate your entire experience. From quiet, intimate gatherings to the grandest of celebrations, it's our honour to be in the heart of your moments.

Top review

Danielle

Dined on May 8, 2025

I always love the ambiance of Nonsuch, especially the green room our server who I can’t remember his name was very nice and attentive.

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Southside

4.7

4.7 (4474)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Steakhouse

Southwest Winnipeg

About the restaurant

The Keg Steakhouse and 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 and Bar. You will 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.

Top review

DaniVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great service and food. Staff was efficient and friendly.

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4.7

4.7 (199)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Southwest Winnipeg

About the restaurant

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. JOEY Kenaston's inviting space features sleek modern materials and a patio for upscale yet casual dining, sipping or socializing.

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CelineVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing experience - staff and food was great!!!!!

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