Top 10 Healthy Restaurants in Dartmouth

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Amis qui mangent au restaurant café - Friends eating at the restaurant café

Eating out can seem challenging, depending on your health goals. How can you ensure the nutritional quality of your meals? Fortunately, Dartmouth is full of restaurants where eating healthily doesn't mean compromising on taste. Here are ten venues recommended by our registered dietitians and nutritionists for combining pleasure and well-being.

1. Freshii

two buddha bowls with tomatoes, spinach, chickpeas, and brown rice on a beige background

Freshii makes health accessible with a varied menu full of vegetables: salads, wraps, bowls, and smoothies. Each choice promises freshness, perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. With their vegetarian and vegan options, there's something for everyone!

2. Harvest Clean Eats

three wraps with vegetable sprouts in a wooden box with salt and pepper

At Harvest Clean Eats, every dish is designed to be nutritious and delicious. Their commitment to quality ingredients is reflected in their colourful plates, offering a unique and healthy taste experience.

3. Wild Leek

bowl of tofu, yellow bell pepper, tomato, kale, avocados with a white dressing and sprouts

Vegan and proud, Wild Leek offers creative homemade cuisine. The Wild Bowl stands out as the healthiest option on their menu, with perfectly grilled tofu, accompanied by grilled kale and broccoli, crunchy grated carrots, beets, cabbage, and a creamy dragon sauce, served with rice.

4. The Wooden Monkey

lentil burger with tomatoes and spinach in white paper

The Wooden Monkey celebrates local produce through healthy and tasty dishes. Their menu, which includes options for vegetarians and meat lovers, highlights the quality and authentic taste of regional ingredients. Try their lentil burger and discover why their customers keep coming back!

5. The Chopped Leaf

bowl with chicken, quinoa, onion, chickpeas, spinach, tomatoes, beans, and avocados on a gray countertop

The Chopped Leaf excels in preparing nutritious salads, wraps, and bowls. With customizable options, everyone can create their ideal dish, balanced and full of flavours. Whatever your choice at The Chopped Leaf, you can't go wrong!

6. Pita Pit

three pita wrapped in white paper on a placemat

Pita Pit offers a healthy alternative to traditional fast foods with its fresh pitas and varied fillings. Create your own pita by choosing deli turkey, loads of vegetables, and lemon and zaatar sauce for a healthy option.

7. Mezza Lebanese Kitchen

Lebanese bowl with falafels, pita, onion, cucumber, hummus, and chili pepper.

Mezza Lebanese Kitchen brings the flavours of Lebanon to Dartmouth. Their dishes, rich in vegetables, legumes, and grains, are perfect for those looking to eat balanced while exploring authentic Lebanese cuisine. Opt for their bowls, which are great options for enjoying lots of vegetables.

8. Wok Your Way

three spring rolls placed on a wooden board with cucumbers

Wok Your Way is the ideal spot for lovers of Asian cuisine who are not only looking to enjoy exquisite dishes but also to maintain a healthy lifestyle with nutritious options. Their dishes allow choosing from a variety of fresh and healthy ingredients. Try the fresh spring rolls as an appetizer and their grilled chicken salad as the main course.

9. The Canteen

Bowl containing chicken, lettuce, corn, beans, and red cabbage

Located in the heart of Dartmouth, The Canteen is your go-to spot for a healthy meal. With a diverse menu that highlights fresh products, you'll find everything here: crispy salads, generous sandwiches, energizing bowls, and comforting soups. Our favorite? “The Grain Bowl”, which contains whole grains, plant-based proteins, and vegetables!

10. Cultures

brown rice, avocados, lime, red cabbage, bell pepper, walnuts, and chickpeas in close-up

Cultures stands out for its commitment to healthy and quick eating. With a varied menu including salads, bowls, and sandwiches, Cultures is perfect for a nutritious meal without compromising on flavour or speed. Their customizable bowls with a brown rice and quinoa base offer a great fiber-rich meal option.

Ready to transform your dining experience while taking care of your health? Our nutrition experts are here to guide you to the best options suited to your needs. Book an appointment with a registered dietitian nutritionist in Dartmouth today and start your journey towards a balanced and tasty diet.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Ottawa