Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Winnipeg

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

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!

The Merchant Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (1329)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Global, International

Exchange District

About the restaurant

EXCITING. FLAVOURFUL. SHARED.

The Merchant Kitchen is an idea conceptualized by travel and adventure. Honouring the traditional ingredients, flavours, and techniques of Asia and Latin America, while incorporating the freshest local ingredients possible is our mantra.

Exploring cities and towns along the equator, tasting their food carts, and visiting the local markets have allowed us to bring that to the table an experience that enables guests to escape routine and enjoy flavours with friends and family.

Top review

Dale

Dined on Aug 6, 2024

Best Margarita's in town! Vibe is excellent in Merchant, and proximity to both the Sports and entertainment district is perfect. Staff are ALWAYS friendly, quick and courteous.

Fionn MacCool's - Grant Park

4.7

4.7 (488)

CAN$30 and under

American

Grant Park

About the restaurant

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

The Largest Irish-Canadian Restaurant Brand. Our warm hospitality welcomes you to a place where you can enjoy the best of both made in-pub food and drink in an atmosphere that encourages sharing good times with family and friends.

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

Wayne

Dined 2 days ago

Worth the trip for the Pub Nachos. Delicious

Kristina's On Corydon

4.6

4.6 (253)

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

Joanne

Dined on Aug 13, 2024

As always the food, the service and the drinks were amazing. The staff are extremely friendly and the patio is a great spot and summer night.

Kevin's Bistro

4.6

4.6 (385)

CAN$30 and under

Comfort Food

Exchange District

About the restaurant

Steak chimichurri, fresh mussels, garlic butter shrimp, Mac & Cheese and much much more! Located in Winnipeg's Exchange District, Kevin's Bistro is cosy and comfortable with great cocktails and live music on the weekends!

Top review

Allison

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Kevin’s is a perfect date night with great location, food and parking

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Popular dish

Beignets

La Roca

4.4

4.4 (869)

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.

Top review

GlennH

Dined on Aug 20, 2024

This was our first time there, everything went very well. The service was well timed, and the food was excellent . The selection of drinks was very good and an extra bonus was the margaritas glass was half rimmed with salt, so you had good control of how much with each sip. The only critique would be that there was no host and they definitely needed one tonight. The wait staff were taking turns covering, but it was very hard for them to keep up.

Gusto North

4.4

4.4 (430)

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.

Top review

Barry

Dined 2 days ago

Food was good. Service appropriately attentive. Arancini was very good. Lobster dish was just ok. Great for large groups.

Sunset Terrace Patio at The Fort Garry Hotel

4.4

4.4 (73)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Cocktail Bar

Winnipeg

About the restaurant

Sunset Terrace Patio at The Fort Garry Hotel
Opening Soon!

Top review

Yummy

Dined on Aug 28, 2024

Beautiful space!! We loved the vibe and our food/drinks! Keep it up!

Earls Kitchen + Bar - 300 Main Street

4.4

4.4 (683)

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. Immerse yourself in the local art scene as you admire our large-scale mural and the works of talented artists showcased throughout the space. 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.

Top review

emily

Dined 6 days ago

We had 2 drinks each and we only got their truffle fries to share. They were really good, perfectly cooked. We loved our drinks as well but they are a bit pricey for what you get. All in all we do love it there and recommend trying it.

Earls Kitchen + Bar - St. Vital - Winnipeg

4.3

4.3 (668)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

American

St. Vital

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls St. Vital, our newly renovated and modern restaurant where every day is new with our enticing daily features. Join us for a delightful culinary experience and take advantage of our Happy Hour and late-night Happy Hour, offering unbeatable deals on drinks and delectable bites. During the summer season, we invite you to unwind on our inviting patio. Bask in the warm sun and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere as you indulge in our delicious offerings. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

Top review

PATRICIAvip

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Awesome all around Birthday celebration and the staff and food was wonderful

529 Uptown

4.3

4.3 (24)

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.

Top review

Evelyn

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Excellent service, great food, fabulous wine selection

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