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Winnipeg ’ s best kept secret is the most delicious lunch in town
Steve ’ s Bistro 3123 Portage Ave , 204‐831‐5531 . Tuck into hearty portions of Mediterranean-influenced cuisine , like tangy house-made olive tapenade and fall-off-the-bone rack of lamb with lemon and oregano . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
FAST CASUAL
Chosabi A-100 King St , 204‐615‐8338 . Industrial-chic space in the Exchange District serves up Japanese , Vietnamese , and Thai eats like sushi burrito , and bahn mi . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Kawaii Crepe 201-99 Osborne St , 204-415‐2833 ; 1220 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐691‐3700 . Japanese crêpe joint serves freshly prepared sweet and savoury crêpes in a modern atmosphere . A , M , V Shawarma Khan 225 McDermot Ave , 204‐504‐0453 . 2589 Pembina Hwy , 204‐615-6006 . Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food in this bright space . Tackle signature dish The Wrath of Khan : halal beef / lamb , chicken and falafel all rolled into a generously stuffed pita . WA , A , IA , M , V
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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 . Hip hangout 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 . Healthy , fresh twists on the classic burger housed in a bright and modern space . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
CAFE
Chocoberry 470 River Ave , 204-615-9998 . Cute dessert house in the heart of Osborne Village , serves cocoa infused treats like rich hot chocolate and fondue . LP , IA , M , V
Feast Cafe & Bistro 587 Ellice Ave , 204-691-5979 . This cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba ’ s Indigenous groups , with a menu rich in bannock , bison and berries . WA , LP , IA , M , V
The Tallest Poppy 103 Sherbrook St , 204-219-8777 . Located in the Sherbrook Inn , this diner serves breakfast and lunch favourites like crispy chicken and waffles , and comforting selections . LP , IA , M , V Stella ’ s Café & Bakery 1895 Grant Ave , 204-488‐7810 ; 166 Osborne St , 204‐453‐8562 ; 116 Sherbrook St , 204‐477‐5556 ; 340 Provencher Blvd , 204-477‐8393 . James Armstrong Richardson International Airport , 2nd Floor , 204‐779‐1415 ; Plug In Gallery , 460 Portage Ave , 204‐772‐1556 . Famous breakfast dishes like the Mexican breakfast alongside soups , sandwiches , and homey curries . Housemade breads and preserves available for purchase . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
CASINO DINING
Mango ’ s Restaurant 1 Ocean Dr , Off Hwy 59 , Scanterbury , MB , 1‐877‐775‐8259 . Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s-style setting at South Beach Casino . International buffet , daily nightly dinner specials and full-service menu offered . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V

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Winnipeg ’ s best kept secret is the most delicious lunch in town

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Tue - Sat 11:30 - 2:30 . Parking in the rear . 550 Academy Rd . 204.489.6963 eatclean @ fusiongrill . mb . ca
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