Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Winnipeg

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots 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!

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 on May 11, 2025

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

Nonsuch Brewing Co.

4.8

4.8 (190)

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

Cameron

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic! Service was exceptional, drinks and food were delicious. The wedge salad was my favourite. Great ambiance, comfortable chairs. Cool location!

JOEY Polo Park

4.6

4.6 (136)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

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 Polo Park is conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown Winnipeg, in Manitoba's largest shopping centre. Kickstart, or wind down shopping in the warm and modern dining room and bar, accented with wooden buttresses and patio bar.

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Abdul

Dined 3 days ago

Great Experience eating at Joey's. The ambience was excellent and the servers really helped us with out orders.

Gusto North

4.6

4.6 (485)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

South Portage

About the restaurant

Gusto North

The first outpost of local favourite Pizzeria Gusto, Gusto North is an extension of the flavours and feeling of being at an Italian family dinner table. Inspired by its original location on Academy Road, the Gusto team have brought a meticulously designed original menu and space to Hargrave St. Market's only full service sit down restaurant. Visit, and you’ll feel right at home in the heart of downtown.

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Hope

Dined 5 days ago

Great service and great vibe came Thursday evening and sat on the patio

Earls Kitchen + Bar - 300 Main Street

4.6

4.6 (893)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

Winnipeg

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls 300 Main, the vibrant heartbeat of downtown Winnipeg. Located near Canada Life Centre and Shaw Park, our restaurant is the perfect gathering place for sports enthusiasts seeking delicious food before or after the game. Host your corporate lunches and dinners with ease and enjoy the abundance of fresh plants and greenery as it creates a refreshing and inviting atmosphere for all to enjoy.
As an added convenience, we also provide free heated underground parking accessible via Fort Street. Indulge in our daily features, unwind during Happy Hour, and keep the night going with late-night Happy Hour. Join us and experience the vibrant culinary and cultural scene of downtown Winnipeg. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

Receive free parking validation weeknights from 4:00 PM to close, weekends + holidays all day. Please note if you arrive before 4:00 PM you will not qualify for free parking validation.

Top review

Linda

Dined 2 days ago

Enjoyed lunch on the patio. Asked for another umbrella as it was very warm in the sun and they brought one right over. Great service and food was delicious.

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4.6

4.6 (61)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Winnipeg

About the restaurant

Bringing fine dining, premium coffee, and mouth-watering burgers to the historic intersection of Portage and Main, 529 Uptown is coming to 201 Portage.

A sister restaurant of 529 Wellington, 529 Uptown is a high-end restaurant on the north side of the 201 lobby. Accompanied by it will be a new high-end coffee bar on the south side, a burger stand called 529 Burger, and two kitchens on the concourse level.

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MELISSA

Dined 5 days ago

This was our 1st time visiting this location. Other than the extremely loud retirement party, everything else was lovely.

Fionn MacCool's - Grant Park

4.5

4.5 (530)

CAN$30 and under

Pub

Grant Park

About the restaurant

***Please note, we do not take patio reservations online, please call the restaurant***

Come unwind with us at the pub! We believe that good times are best shared over delicious food and great company. Enjoy mouth-watering classics with a twist, like juicy burgers, flavorful wings, and famous fish and chips - all made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Pair your meal with the perfect pint and experience our warm hospitality. Live music, friendly service, and entertainment await. Join us for an unforgettable experience - book now!

Please note that unless otherwise requested reservations may be seated at high top tables in our lounge. Patio reservations are not guaranteed, please call the restaurant directly to confirm.

Top review

James

Dined 4 days ago

Very good! Everyone enjoyed them selves. Staff was very accommodating to allow the growing number of guests to take over more tables. We will definitely be back. Thank you.

Hermanos Steakhouse

4.2

4.2 (1754)

CAN$30 and under

South American

Exchange District

About the restaurant

Discover a truly unique dining experience at Hermanos. From tapas to steaks, drinks to dessert, each dish is crafted with fresh ingredients, delivering authentic South American flavours. Every meal is a delightful getaway. Hasta pronto (See you soon)!

Top review

Denise

Dined on May 17, 2025

We always enjoy our meals here. Delicious food and beautiful presentation. Staff is great.

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Experience

Happy Hour Weekdays

Experience

Free Live Latin Music Saturdays

Experience

Birthday Cake

La Roca

4.1

4.1 (897)

CAN$30 and under

Mexican

South Portage

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Winnipeg's downtown, La Roca is your gateway to a genuine Mexican culinary experience and hand-crafted margaritas, sangria, rare tequilas, and a vast selection of beer and wine. With a two-level patio offering live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, our restaurant caters to a diverse range of patrons, from young adults to seniors. Our vibrant atmosphere sets the stage for an excellent dining adventure. Enjoy a dynamic ambiance, exceptional Mexican cuisine, and the warmth of our hospitality at La Roca—a destination that captures the essence of Mexico in the heart of Winnipeg.

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Katherine

Dined 5 days ago

Food was great. Bit on the pricey side. Happy Hour is a great time to go. Music was way too loud. I could barely hear my friends.

Select Start - Arcade Restolounge

4.1

4.1 (30)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Asian

Winnipeg

About the restaurant

Step into a neon dream at Select Start Arcade Restolounge, where vibrant neon lights, retro arcade games, and delicious food await. Located in Winnipeg, this restaurant offers an immersive experience reminiscent of a high-rise in downtown Tokyo. Dive into nostalgia with classic arcade games like Pac-Man, Galaga, and Street Fighter. Challenge friends to pinball or explore the latest virtual reality games, all while enjoying an energetic atmosphere filled with electronic music. Select Start also features a mouthwatering menu of Asian-inspired dishes, including flavorful ramen, juicy dumplings, crispy spring rolls, and fresh sushi. Pair your meal with a refreshing cocktail or craft beer from their extensive selection. Whether you're seeking a fun night out with friends, a unique date night, or a place to relax with great food and entertainment, Select Start is your perfect destination. Step out of the ordinary and into a neon dream – Select Start is waiting for you!

Top review

Ethan

Dined 7 days ago

Value for cost is great, super cool ambiance, theme and decorations are incredible, you don’t feel like you’re in Winnipeg. Falls a little short on food and cocktails, we tried the yuzu sour, the guava cocktail, shaved duck and bao chicken sliders food was alright but looked amazing. Drinks from a bartender perspective seem like they took popular cocktails and tried to force ingredients in to meet their theme rather than building cocktails around the ingredients they clearly wanted to have. Great experience all in and would recommend.

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