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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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