winnipeg’s bestlist
The definitive Ciao! restaurant
list outlines our selection of the
top dining establishments in
the city. Virtually all of these
recommendations are locally
owned. 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:
[email protected].
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
— New restaurant
BARBEQUE
Lovey’s BBQ and Smokehouse
1‑208 Marion St, 204‑233‑RIBS (7427).
This casual eatery boasts a barbeque
pit and scratch-made sauces. Slabs
brisket are smoked low and slow
overnight. WA, LP, 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
Black Rabbit
135 Osborne St, 204‑615‑1130.
This new open provides superbly
executed plates with global
influence. Mussels in a white wine
sauce, with shallots, fresh herbs
and a crispy baguette are standout.
WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Bonfire Bistro
1433 Corydon Ave, 204‑487‑4440.
Famous for wood-fired artisan pizzas,
this is the perfect place to unwind.
Try the spicy Bonfire Hawaiian,
with capicollo ham and fire-roasted
pineapple. WA, LP, 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 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 new 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. 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. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Restö at Thermëa
775 Crescent Dr, 204‑284-9595.
Reenergize during a spa day with a
menu boasting health-focused and
regional ingredients. Located inside
Thermëa by Nordik-Spa Nature. LP,
SP, IA, M, V
Saucers Café
570 Academy Rd, 204‑489‑9204.
Generous sandwiches, salads,
wraps, pizzas, coffees and teas. Try
the roasted vegetable bruschetta
with goat cheese and balsamic
reduction. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Mother’s Day Buffet
SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2016
Club Regent Event Centre
with special entertainment by Pianorama
Brunch Buffet
Dinner
Buffet
10am – 2pm
4pm – 9pm
Adults: $34.99*
Children 6-12 yrs: $11.99*
Children 5 and under: FREE
*Plus taxes and agency fees
Tickets available at Ticketmaster.
For more information visit
casinosofwinnipeg.com
or call 204-957-2500.
Guests with children under 18
must enter through the north door.
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ciao! / apr/may / two thousand sixteen