The Canteen on Portland

Name: The Canteen on Portland
Address: 22 Portland Street, Dartmouth, NS, Canada, B2Y 1G9
Telephone: (902) 425-9272
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2015 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Farm-to-table

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COVID-19 UPDATE: The Canteen will be reopening for in-person dining on Wednesday, January 19, 2022. >> 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.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 18, 2022

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(902) 425-9272

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Seafood, Canadian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(902) 425-9272
Website
http://www.thecanteen.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Renee Lavallee

Location
22 Portland Street, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1G9
Neighborhood
Dartmouth
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

The Crobster RollCA$27.00
Nova Scotia snow crab & lobster, grainy mustard, truffle aioli, fresh dill, on our toasted long bun, choice of roasted new potatoes or a green salad
The Portland Street ClassicCA$18.25
2 fried eggs, roasted new potatoes, Birdie's sourdough toast and house jam with Oulton's double smoked bacon, mustard pickles
French Toast of the WeekCA$17.50
pullman loaf French toast, featured seasonal topping, served with Oulton's bacon & maple syrup
Brunch HashCA$18.00
pan-fried honey ham, 2 fried eggs, new potatoes, roasted peppers, onions, Vickle's pickles, salsa verde, fresh herbs
Falafel BowlCA$16.00
house falafel, fried egg, bulgur salad, hummus, tomatoes, feta, house pickles, greens, herb salad, tahini dressing, pita
The Canteen Eggs BennyCA$18.00
2 fried eggs, house hollandaise, on our buttermilk biscuit, a choice of the following: sliced honey ham, spinach & tomato, Nova Scotia lobster (+$6) & choice of roasted new potatoes or a green salad

Drinks

Bottomless CoffeeCA$3.25
Orange JuiceCA$3.25
ProseccoCA$10.00
MimosaCA$10.00
Canteen CaesarCA$10.00

White Wine

Tidal Bay, Grand Pre Estate Winery, Grand Pre, Nova Scotia, 2020
- GCA$9.50
- BCA$47.00
Pinot Grigio, Zensa, Puglia, Italy, 2021
- GCA$9.25
- BCA$45.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Satellite, Marlborough, NZ, 2019
- GCA$9.50
- BCA$46.00
Flora, Lightfoot & Wolfville, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, 2020
- GCA$10.00
- BCA$50.00
Chardonnay, Tawse Winery, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, 2018
- GCA$9.75
- BCA$49.00
Le Ballon Rose, Languedoc Rousillon, France, 2020
- GCA$10.00
- BCA$50.00

Sparkling Wine

Prosecco, Terregaie, Veneto, Italy
- GCA$10.00
- BCA$48.00
Bubbly Rose, Lightfoot & Wolfville, Nova Scotia
- GCA$11.50
- BCA$55.00

Red Wine

Malbec, Tilia, Mendoza, Argentina, 2021
- GCA$9.00
- BCA$44.00
Tempranillo, Embocadero, Ribera del Duero, Spain, 2018
- GCA$9.50
- BCA$47.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Noble Vines 337, California, USA, 2016
- GCA$10.00
- BCA$50.00
Chianti, Fontella, Tuscany, Italy, 2018
- GCA$9.25
- BCA$46.00
Pinot Noir, Aquinas, California, USA, 2017
- GCA$11.00
- BCA$55.00

Bottles & Cans

Schooner

Oland Brewery Co.CA$6.50
Tall Ship Amber, Garrison Brewing Co.CA$7.00
Cereal Killer Stout, Big Spruce Brewing Co.CA$8.50
Upstreet Libra (0.4%)CA$6.00
Piquette Zero, Benjamin BridgeCA$6.00
Mongozo, Gluten Free PilsnerCA$8.50

Sodas

SodasCA$2.50
Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale, Limonatta, Aranciata
Sparkling Water
San Pallegrino
- SCA$3.00
- LCA$6.00
Ginger Beer, Propeller Brewing Co.CA$3.00
Pop Culture KombuchaCA$4.25
Assorted Flavours
Goodmore KombuchaCA$4.25
Assorted Flavours

What 2,015 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Atlantic Canada
Best Food
Atlantic Canada
Best Value
Atlantic Canada
Great for Brunch
Atlantic Canada
Healthy
Atlantic Canada
Neighborhood Gem
Atlantic Canada
Most Booked
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Best Overall
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Best Food
Nova Scotia
Best Service
Nova Scotia
Best Value
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Great for Brunch
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Fit for Foodies
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Healthy
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Great for Lunch
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Neighborhood Gem
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Lisa
Atlantic Canada
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a wonderful atmosphere, excellent service and absolutely delectable food. It is a must to try!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best lobster roll ever. Everything we had was amazing!
WL
WarrenL
Montreal
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Wait staff was phenomenal. So friendly Crobster was all I hoped it would be. Haddock dish delicious
l
littlemermaid
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food at The Canteen is exceptional. We ordered the heirloom tomato salad, crobster roll and burger. Everything was perfectly seasoned and flavourful. Although it was noisy because of the time of day (early evening), we were still able to enjoy our meal and have a conversation. I highly recommend The Canteen.
SV
StephenV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
My wife and I visited for lunch on a Saturday, our second time here, and had the Crobster and Eggs Benedict with lobster respectively. The food was excellent, plate presentation attractive, and the service prompt and friendly. The restaurant is cosy without feeling cramped, and the decor is simple but tasteful. This is not a chain and it shows. The menu changes routinely which keeps things fresh and exciting. Will absolutely return.
S
Spence
Atlantic Canada
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great meals and service.
E
Emily
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
10/10 everytime! Amazing quality and atmosphere. Perfect for a nice date night, or bringing your family.
BA
BrendaA
Calgary
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of the most unique and delicious risottos I’ve had; the scallops didn’t hurt either. This is why you dine here, for the chef driven food. Decor and service are top notch as well. My only complaints are Renee wasn’t in so I could not get my picture; and my waitress wouldn’t give me the recipe for the risotto.
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zoem
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
the food was even better then i hoped. i had the tuna niçoise salad and 10/10 would order again!
EM
EthanM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Great food and service ! We’ll be back.
KB
KarenB
Atlantic Canada
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very enjoyable experience. Food presented well. Garden salad tasted bitter at times—not sure what that was. Crobster roll and burger were delicious!
RL
ReneeL
Montreal
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another fantastic dinner at a the Canteen! I love bringing out of province visitors here and it was once again a crowd pleaser!
M
Margot
Montreal
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely Delicious! Every dish was flavourful and unique. Highly recommend!
KD
KarenD
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really great dining experience! The crobster roll was amazing but all of the food was!
DM
DennisM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a gem. Great comfort food elevated to an exceptional level.
J
Jiffy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I recommend reservations. Food delicious and such a great place !
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kW7ters
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food! We had a great time. Service was wonderful.
JJ
JenniferJ
Atlantic City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food at the Canteen is INCREDIBLE!! Love going there for date nights! :) It can be a bit loud inside when it's packed but still a great spot! Sit outside in the summer if you can!
SM
StuMc
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely time and enjoyed every item we ordered. The special cocktail, the Bourbon Cherry Sour, was reminiscent of sour cherry bomb candies and totally delicious. Our server Kristin was excellent. She attended to all our needs but also gave us enough space to enjoy our conversation. Will be returning soon.
F
Fizmop
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of our favourite restaurants, always amazing food and great service.
MM
MadisonM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service. It was a huge hit, visited twice while we were in town for the week.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 9, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Had friends in from Ontario and we all enjoyed the food and ambiance! Will definitely be back!
G
Graeme
Atlantic Canada
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always an excellent experience at The Canteen. Food is amazing and staff are always friendly, it seems like such a happy and positive work environment.
J
Jayw
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great meal there last night with great service! Would highly recommend
BL
BLast
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service, great place to eat. Everything was fresh, and the staff were welcoming.
KG
KimG
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent lunch and service! Very happy! Highly recommend The Canteen!
JO
JONS
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food. Everything we had was awesome. Never disappointed with anything I have ever had here.
RD
RonD
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our entire dining experience was great. Food, staff and price were 5 star. My new favorite retaurant in Dartmouth/Halifax. Ron
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EVERETTW
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
excellent food and great service ; would definitely recommend this restaurant
TC
ThaliaC
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’m coming back every year! I’m glad the music was just soft because I find that to be a big turn off at many restaurants. Food was great!
EG
EddieG
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
An absolutely wonderful evening. Thanks to Liz at the bar who made our night. And the Crobster roll was amazing!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The pea risotto will keep us coming back every week
DD
DonaldD
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and staff! Great place to eat!
M
Michelle
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
We went for Brunch. The French Toast was delicious!
CS
CarolS
Orlando
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat at the bar, service and server were great and attentive. Food was excellent
MH
MellyH
Atlantic Canada
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's just so dang delicious! Everyone is friendly, service is great, and the food is a 10. Love it here.
DL
DouglasL
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
We enjoyed ourselves and would go back again. Thanks
AA
AtagunA
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food! Thank you for the wonderful experience.
LA
LisaA
Atlantic Canada
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food is always fresh and delicious with wonderful and unique flavours. Welcoming atmosphere and attentive friendly staff.
PC
PatriciaC
Atlantic Canada
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Hostess took our reservation even when we arrived a half hour early. Knowledgeable serving staff. Menu and dessert menu offers good variety. Had not been there in three years and will certainly return when we are back in Dartmouth again!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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 4.8 stars by 2015 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 18, 2022

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(902) 425-9272

22 Portland Street, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 1G9

Additional information

Neighborhood
Dartmouth
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
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, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thecanteen.ca/
Phone number
(902) 425-9272

The Canteen on Portland

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

The Crobster Roll

Canteen Burger

Canteen Chowder

Brunch

The Crobster RollCA$27.00

The Portland Street ClassicCA$18.25

French Toast of the WeekCA$17.50

Brunch HashCA$18.00

Falafel BowlCA$16.00

The Canteen Eggs BennyCA$18.00

Drinks

Bottomless CoffeeCA$3.25

Orange JuiceCA$3.25

ProseccoCA$10.00

MimosaCA$10.00

Canteen CaesarCA$10.00

White Wine

Tidal Bay, Grand Pre Estate Winery, Grand Pre, Nova Scotia, 2020

Pinot Grigio, Zensa, Puglia, Italy, 2021

Sauvignon Blanc, Satellite, Marlborough, NZ, 2019

Flora, Lightfoot & Wolfville, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, 2020

Chardonnay, Tawse Winery, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, 2018

Le Ballon Rose, Languedoc Rousillon, France, 2020

Sparkling Wine

Prosecco, Terregaie, Veneto, Italy

Bubbly Rose, Lightfoot & Wolfville, Nova Scotia

Red Wine

Malbec, Tilia, Mendoza, Argentina, 2021

Tempranillo, Embocadero, Ribera del Duero, Spain, 2018

Cabernet Sauvignon, Noble Vines 337, California, USA, 2016

Chianti, Fontella, Tuscany, Italy, 2018

Pinot Noir, Aquinas, California, USA, 2017

Bottles & Cans

Oland Brewery Co.CA$6.50

Tall Ship Amber, Garrison Brewing Co.CA$7.00

Cereal Killer Stout, Big Spruce Brewing Co.CA$8.50

Upstreet Libra (0.4%)CA$6.00

Piquette Zero, Benjamin BridgeCA$6.00

Mongozo, Gluten Free PilsnerCA$8.50

Sodas

SodasCA$2.50

Sparkling Water

Ginger Beer, Propeller Brewing Co.CA$3.00

Pop Culture KombuchaCA$4.25

Goodmore KombuchaCA$4.25

Overall ratings and reviews

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Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does The Canteen on Portland offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Canteen on Portland restaurant rated?

Is The Canteen on Portland currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information