MEXICAN
Burrito Del Rio 433 River Ave, 204-415‐5600; 775 Corydon Ave, 204‐414‐2440. This Tex-Mex eatery offers made-to-order favourites, including fajitas, burritos and quesadillas. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Carlos & Murphy’ s 129 Osborne St, 204-284‐3510. Serves Mexican cantina food such as taco salads, hot wings, chimichangas, heaping Carlos nachos and renowned iced margaritas. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
La Roca 155 Smith St, 204‐615‐9605. A refreshing take on Mexican fare in downtown Winnipeg. The light and fresh flavours of coastal Mexico shine in taco trios, bright ceviche, and the city’ s best margaritas. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
PUB / CANTINA
Barley Brothers 2005 Pembina Hwy, 204‐691-3300. This restaurant celebrates good brews with over 150 varieties and a menu designed with beer in mind. Try housemade sausages and zesty beer cheese dip. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Cornerstone 93 Osborne St, 204‐505‐7772. Smart bar food reigns at this neighbourhood hotspot. Au courant menu items like pork belly and fried chicken báhn mì are highlights. WA, LP, IA, A, M, V
bestlist
The Grove 164 Stafford St, 204-415‐3262. Elegantly presented British pub fare like bangers and mash is served alongside chicken croquettes and personal-sized pizzas. Sixteen brews on tap including house blend Stafford Street lager. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Peg Beer Co. 125 Pacific Ave, 204‐416‐2337. Exchange District brewpub offers craft beer alongside regional specialties. Sharing is key, with a menu of meat and cheese boards, flatbreads, and“ large plates” from whole baked ham to rack of lamb. WA, LP, IA, M, V The Roost Social House 651 Corydon Ave, 204‐414‐9313. A place to perch on Corydon Ave, with clever cocktails incorporating seasonal ingredients matched by a changing menu of small plates. LP, A, IA, M, V Shannon’ s Irish Pub 175 Carlton St, 204-943‐2302. Irish hospitality is extended through a huge menu of classic pub food and traditional Irish dishes. Also, darts and billiards. LP, A, M, V, ATM
Underdogs 2609 Portage Ave, 204‐615‐6104. Rally around smart, creative pub staples at this sports bar styled spot. Perogy nachos, chorizo poutine, and yamtopped burgers give bar food a good name. LP, IA, M, V
REGIONAL / CANADIAN
Blaze Bistro Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Ave, 204‐944‐7259. Sophisticated prairie cuisine is served in a stylish and contemporary setting. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Chew 532 Waterloo St, 204‐667‐2439. New mod rustic River Heights bistro focused on in season local tastes. Truffle fries and roasted mushrooms tempt. WA, LP, IA, M, V Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd, 204-489‐6963. Talented Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products sourced locally to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine. The wine list is exclusively Canadian. LP, A, IA, M, V Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd, 204-224‐2837. This elegant country estate has several rooms offering a charming, contemporary dining atmosphere. Pan-Canadian menu is strong on fish and meat. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Prairie 360 83 Garry St, 204‐505‐2681. Latest incarnation of the revolving restaurant offers regional cuisine with a view. Whiskey lounge two floors down features premium pours grouped according to flavour profiles. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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