Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Winnipeg

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes 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!

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Polo Park - Winnipeg

4.8

4.8 (768)

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

Carlos

Dined 6 days ago

Good experience, I recommend. The service was great, I will surely go back again

Nonsuch Brewing Co.

4.8

4.8 (197)

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.

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Matt

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Great food. Great beer. Great service. Great atmosphere.

Tavern On King Edward

4.7

4.7 (17)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Winnipeg

About the restaurant

The Tavern Collective is a modern take on the public house - proudly Canadian-owned with a global flare. We bring together steampunk vibes, nostalgic arcade games, and a laid-back atmosphere that’s made for real connections. With a soundtrack that sets the tone, a menu full of bold, crowd-pleasing flavours, and uncommonly good service, we’re all about bringing people together and creating memories that last.

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Jonathan

Dined 4 days ago

Great food. Accommodation was made for our guests with allergies with great care and consideration. Our server Mason, was great, on the ball, friendly, and knowledgeable. Special thanks to the management for making extra special Accommodation for our giest with gluten allergy. Got cake and a lovely card signed by staff for our other guest who's birthday it was. Lovely touch. Would totally recommend. And will be back.

Fionn MacCool's - Grant Park

4.6

4.6 (535)

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.

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Lucille

Dined on Jun 16, 2025

Restaurant was clean. Very attentive staff. food was hot. We were even given extra time to just sit and chat

Earls Kitchen + Bar - 300 Main Street

4.6

4.6 (928)

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.

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Laura

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

We had a great time celebrating my sisters 60th birthday! Food was great and Kaitlin is our favorite server! So efficient and lots of fun. She took a great bunch of group pics for us and made sure the cake was brought out with sparklers and napkins at the perfect time. Thanks for making it a special night!

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4.6

4.6 (243)

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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Matthew

Dined 2 days ago

We went for our anniversary, were a free glass of wine each, had amazing food and was surprised with a special dessert. Made our night very special

La Roca

4.3

4.3 (899)

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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Tammy

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

The food was absolutely incredible, as well as our server ! Will definitely go back again !!

The Rec Room - Winnipeg Seasons of Tuxedo

4.3

4.3 (381)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary Canadian

Southwest Winnipeg

About the restaurant

The Rec Room redefines the meaning of fun with exciting arcade games, attractions, mouth-watering eats and live entertainment all packed under one roof. We’re Canada’s premier “eats & entertainment” hot spot!

For reservations of parties of 13 guests or more, please call the venue directly. We kindly request our guests refrain from making multiple reservations for a single large party. While we will do our best to accommodate large groups, we cannot guarantee multiple reservations will be seated together.

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Christine

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Excellent server Jadyn. She was our server from a few months ago. Friendly and made recommendations on menu when I asked. Zach made the rounds in the restaurant to ensure all guests were happy with their meals. The kids were so excited to play the games. Everyone had a wonderful time from grandma to parents to the kids. Can’t wait to go back.

The Canadian Brewhouse - Winnipeg

4.2

4.2 (388)

CAN$30 and under

Sports Bar

Southwest Winnipeg

About the restaurant

Our one-of-a-kind Canadian themed sports bar & grill has an extensive menu of appetizers, entrees, drinks and amazing specials every night of the week. You’ll note our Canadian decor starts right when you walk up to our huge Inukshuk at our doors and continues throughout the restaurant in a “cheeky” Canadian fashion. We promise, when you come to The Canadian Brewhouse, you’ll instantly feel at home, because our house is your house…only we have way more TVs! You won’t find a better selection of screens anywhere for the sports you love! We even provide tabletop speakers for those nights when multiple sports and teams are playing.

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TaraVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

First time trying. Had the Friday night prime rib special which was good and well priced at 20.99. The other daily specials look good too. Enjoyed the individual nachos which had a decent amount of cheese and toppings. This is definitely a sports bar as opposed to a restaurant/lounge but happy I finally tried it as there isn't a convenient location where I live. Our server was friendly but we got our food before our plates/cutlery.

Hermanos Steakhouse

4.1

4.1 (1755)

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)!

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LeslieVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Delicious food and terrific service. It was very quiet for a Friday night which was lovely for us!!!! Wonderful evening - will definitely go back soon.

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