Best restaurants near me in South Portage, Canada

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1. Gusto North

4.6

Exceptional(466)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Portage

Booked 14 times today

Gusto NorthThe 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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2. The Merchant Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(1389)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Exchange District

Booked 19 times today

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.

3. La Roca

4.3

Awesome(888)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • South Portage

Booked 9 times today

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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4. Elephant & Castle - Winnipeg

3.9

Excellent(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Winnipeg

Located in the heart of Winnipeg, Elephant & Castle offers an authentic British pub experience with classic pub fare, hearty breakfasts, and live sports. Whether you're attending a Jets game at Canada Life Centre, exploring The Forks, or visiting for one of the city's famous festivals, we're the perfect spot for happy hour, pre-event drinks, or catching live football matches. Within walking distance of the RBC Convention Centre, Elephant & Castle is your go-to sports pub for delicious British cuisine and a lively atmosphere in downtown Winnipeg.

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5. Boston Pizza - City Place

4.5

Awesome(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • South Portage

Boston Pizza is a family restaurant and sports bar with great pizza, pasta, salad, wings, and more! Boston Pizza is across the street from the Delta Hotel, a block away from the Winnipeg Convention Centre and attached to the Bell MTS Place

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6. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Garry Street

4.7

Exceptional(3370)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • South Portage

Booked 55 times today

The Keg Steakhouse & 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 & 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.

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7. Earls Kitchen + Bar - 300 Main Street

4.6

Exceptional(830)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Winnipeg

Booked 50 times today

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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8. Cibo Waterfront Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(2120)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Exchange District

Booked 28 times today

Take your tastebuds on a trip to the Mediterranean at Cibo Waterfront!Inspired by our historic waterfront location, Cibo pairs a quality all-day menu with craft cocktails and upscale wines. Menu highlights from our scratch kitchen include hand stretched pizzas, several unique takes on bruschetta, and an eclectic compilation of modern and classic Mediterranean cuisine. Our chic, brick building lights up in the day time sunshine or provides a warm atmosphere in the evening, with unique and stunning views of Winnipeg’s iconic Red River and Esplanade Riel. A comfortable ambiance to celebrate life.

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9. James Avenue Pumphouse

4.7

Exceptional(831)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Winnipeg

Booked 55 times today

Welcome to James Avenue PumphouseAwarded Best New Restaurant 2021 by Ciao! Magazine!Come visit us and experience a diverse menu offering from our very own Executive Chef, Mark Merano.Complimenting the historical setting and relaxed ambiance is a menu that draws both on Manitoba culinary traditions and globally inspired comfort food. Pair it with our smart cocktail list, and your night is complete!

10. Cafe Carlo

4.8

Exceptional(2618)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy/Corydon Village

Booked 23 times today

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.

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Calgary / Southern Alberta •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a great experience here! Never disappointed and always excited to come back.
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The Merchant KitchenPrice: Expensive• Global, International• Exchange District
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4.7
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Bob
Winnipeg / Manitoba •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We found the experience very very good. We enjoyed the surroundings the staff was very friendly and outgoing. We were greeted immediately. Live music was fantastic. Overall experience a 10 out of 10. Food was excellent. Found it to be a bit pricey. But in this day and age. But still very good would recommend it to anyone. We will definitely be going back. Calling this your place now.
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La RocaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• South Portage
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4.3
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Winnipeg / Manitoba •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Very good food, very helpful service, we really recommend getting a bunch of plates to share because it’s so hard to just choose 1 or 2
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Gusto NorthPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Portage
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4.6
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PaulVIP
Winnipeg / Manitoba •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 7, 2024
Lunch was great. Timely delivery. Service good. Lunch specials great value and portions.
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Boston Pizza - City PlacePrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• South Portage
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4.5
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RhondaS
Winnipeg / Manitoba •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2023
The food was delicious and great portion size. Drinks and dinner cost very affordable...we'll b back!
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Elephant & Castle - WinnipegPrice: Moderate• American• Winnipeg
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3.9

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1. Gusto North

2. The Merchant Kitchen

3. La Roca

4. Elephant & Castle - Winnipeg

5. Boston Pizza - City Place

6. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Garry Street

7. Earls Kitchen + Bar - 300 Main Street

8. Cibo Waterfront Cafe

9. James Avenue Pumphouse

10. Cafe Carlo

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