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Journey Into
Thai Culture
One of nine restaurants in Canada to receive Thai Select Premium Award recognizing authentic Thai cuisine .
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Sabai Thai Eatery 1113 Corydon Ave , 204‐888‐6508 . The succinct menu at this hot spot has popular standbys as well as a few contemporary house specials like pickerel cheeks in rich peanutsesame sauce . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Siam Thai 587 St . Anne ’ s Rd , 204-254‐7765 . This small , suburban eatery focuses its cuisine on central Thailand and uses the freshest produce . Chef ’ s specials include stir-fried chicken in chile jam .
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Sukhothai 191 Osborne St , 204-633‐6907 . The modern interior is a good counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine . The perfect hot and sour soup keeps fans returning . WA , LP , IA , M , V
VEGETARIAN
The ever-increasing number of plant-based eateries in our city is reflective of the consumer shift toward a greener diet . These restaurants are trailblazers in offering plant-based menus .
Fortify 123 Marion St , 204-231-5333 . Health-focused eatery serves nutrient-dense plant-based eats and a large selection of energizing smoothies . Try the poke bowl . On site shop and holistic wellness are the focus . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Green Carrot Juice Co . 132 Osbone St , 204‐691‐0771 ; 11-2090 Corydon Ave , 204‐414‐3401 ; Airport , 2000 Wellington Ave , 204-691-0771 . A health-conscious menu of coldpressed juices , smoothies and light fare . WA , A , IA , M , V Roughage Eatery 126 Sherbrook St , 204-779-8344 . Vegan restaurant serves a selection of plant-based sandwiches , as well as mains like its play on mac and cheese . All alternative “ meats ” and “ cheeses ” are made in-house and impressive . WA , IA , M , V
Thyme Café and Books 268 Tache Ave , 204-233-0441 . This cozy reading nook offers plant-based soups , salads , and sandwiches with a focus on seasonal and regional ingredients . The southern fried tofu sandwich is a standout . a , IA , M , V Verde Juice Bar 887 Westminster Ave , 204-615-8733 . Mod spot serves energy boosting juices and smoothies alongside superfood salads and snacks . Try the acai bowl , loaded with berries and shredded coconut . WA , AI , M , V
VIETNAMESE
Dalat 2‐1170 Taylor Ave , 204-895‐3222 . Highlights among almost 200 menu choices are hot and sour soup , ginger-fried beef and shrimp with lemongrass . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Pho Hoang 4 locations . The pho at these chic and comfortable spots ranks among the city ’ s best . Rich broth gains its deep flavour from a 24-hour simmering process WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Thanh Huong 534 Sargent Ave , 204-774‐8888 . French‐accented North Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine is on offer at this West End spot . The satay beef soup is a triumph . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Viva 505 Sargent Ave , 204-772‐3167 . Family-owned and operated West End hot spot . Traditional favourites like deluxe vermicelli and bánh mì are highlights . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
WORLD FOOD
Reflecting Winnipeg ’ s ethnocultural diversity , this category represents our top choices from the many small , primarily family‐run restaurants in town . The decor at most of these is simple and / or the location is out of the way . However , each restaurant represents food from the owner ’ s culture , with sometimes astonishingly low prices that reflect the simplicity of the service and surroundings , not the quality of the food .
Asian Hot Pot [ Chinese / Asian ] 740 Corydon Ave , 204‐615‐8878 . Cheery strip mall spot serves do-it-yourself-deliciousness in the form of soups that simmer at the table . 20 broth options and more than 70 ingredients to add . WA , LP ,
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Bao House [ Asian Fusion ] 637 Corydon Ave , 204-504-8383 . Poutines , tacos and hot dogs are infused with Asian favourites like Peking duck and culinary-namesake steamed baos . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Baraka Pita Bakery [ Lebanese ] 1783 Main St , 204‐334‐2004 . Famous for house-fired pita bread , this North End gem offers falafel pitas , pita pizzas and specialty dips like hummus . WA , IA , V , M Beaurivage Bistro [ Lebanese ] 788 Corydon Ave , 204-691-6999 . Charming Lebanese eatery with a prix fixe dinner menu . Dishes are thoughtfully nutritious . Try kibbeh , a delicious spiced beef croquette .
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BMC Market [ Mexican ] 1113 Henderson Hwy , 722 Osborne Street , 204-306-4188 . Bargain spot for some of the city ’ s best tacos and quesadillas . A tiny but impressive shelf of Mexican specialties . IA , M , V Boun ’ s [ Southeast Asian / Laotian ] 4‐208 Marion St , 204-231-3005 . An extensive stir-fry menu offers the best in Southeast Asian curries . The Laotian grill serves shrimp , pork and beef short ribs in signature barbeque sauce . WA , LP , IA , M , V
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