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The definitive Ciao! restaurant list outlines our selection of the top dining establishments in the city. Virtually all of these recommendations are locally owned and operated. Keep this list available for easy reference, whether you are seeking a formal multi-course gourmet extravaganza or simply want the best soup in town. Although information is updated every issue, restaurant details are subject to change without notice. If you have visited a restaurant that should be considered for addition to this list, please e-mail your recommendation to: editorial @ bestmarketing. com. The symbols are as follows: WA— Wheelchair accessible LP— Licensed premises SP— Summer patio A— American Express IA— Interac M— MasterCard V— Visa ATM— Bank machine on‐site
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BARBEQUE
Lovey’ s BBQ and Smokehouse 1‐208 Marion St, 204‐233‐RIBS( 7427). Casual eatery with a barbeque pit and scratch-made sauces. Slabs of pork shoulder and brisket are smoked low and slow overnight. WA, LP, IA, M, V Muddy Waters Eatery The Forks Pavilion, 204‐947‐6653. Memphis-style barbeque featuring slow-cooked ribs and pork, smoked over hickory fire. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
BISTRO
Baked Expectations 161 Osborne St, 204‐452‐5176. The huge chalkboard lists comfort food like burgers and pasta, but save room for the sweet stuff. This place is duly noted for its decadent desserts, from tortes to cheesecakes. WA, LP, SP, IA Bonfire Bistro 1433 Corydon Ave, 204‐487‐4440. Famous for wood-fired artisan pizzas. Try the spicy Bonfire Hawaiian, with capicollo ham and fire-roasted pineapple. WA, LP, IA, M, V Café 22 823 Corydon Ave; 336 Broadway; 130 Provencher Blvd; 1795 Henderson Hwy, 204‐222‐2222. This trendy chain serves gourmet coffee, sandwiches, calzones and Chicago-style deep dish pies. SP, IA, M, V deer + almond 85 Princess St, 204‐504‐8562. This hip, rustic Exchange District restaurant boasts an inspired globally influenced menu of creative, shareable plates. WA, LP, IA, M, V
Dessert Sinsations Café 505 St. Mary Ave, 204‐284‐4661. This sunny café features rustic gourmet comfort food alongside owner Barbara O’ Hara’ s renowned desserts. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Era Bistro 85 Israel Asper Way, 204‐289‐2000. Located in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, this open concept room serves locally inspired fare with an emphasis on sustainability. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Le Garage Café 166 Provencher Blvd, 204‐237‐0737. This casual eatery in the heart of the French Quarter offers sophisticated tastes for lunch, dinner and late night. Live music scheduled. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Prairie Ink Grant Park Shopping Centre, 204‐975‐2659. Cozy retreat inside McNally Robinson Booksellers. Healthy fare for all tastes. Extensive fresh juice selection and wonderful desserts. Also an on-site pâtisserie counter. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Resto at Thermëa 775 Crescent Dr, 204‐284-9595. Located inside Thermëa by Nordik-Spa Nature, this bistro boasts a health-focused menu. Regional ingredients shine in dishes like Arctic Char and grapefruit crème. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Saucers Café 570 Academy Rd, 204‐489‐9204. Generous sandwiches, salads, wraps, pizzas, specialty coffees and teas. Try the roasted vegetable bruschetta with tart balsamic reduction. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
BURGERS
Boon Burger 79 Sherbrook St, 204-415‐1391; 141 Bannatyne Ave, 204-504-5394. This all-vegan burger café serves up a range of house-made patties. Treat yourself to house-made organic iced tea and crispy sesame fries. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Market Burger 645 Corydon Ave, 204‐505‐2510. Serves up mouthfuls of Manitoba with locally sourced ingredients from cheese and meat to buns and beers. IA, V, M Nuburger 472 Stradbrook Ave, 204‐888‐1001; 1-1650 Kenaston Blvd, 204-615‐2009; The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd. Healthy, fresh twists on the classic burger. Pick from locally sourced bison, beef, chicken, or veggie patties. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
CAFE
BerMax Caffé + Bistro 4-1800 Corydon Ave, 204‐691‐0044. Specialty coffee drinks complement a bistro style menu in this sleek, welldesigned space. WA, IA, M, V
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