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FRENCH
InFerno’ s Bistro 312 Des Meurons St, 204-262‐7400. Fern Kirouac’ s French-Canadianmeets-Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city’ s best. WA, LP, SP A, IA, M, V La Creperie Ker Breizh 110-267 Sherbrook St, 204-295-2631. French Creperie makes an astounding variety of sweet and savoury crepes that reflect the flavours of Brittany. WA, A, IA, M, V
Ne de Loup 1670 Corydon Ave, 204-487-1529 Photogenic space sets the scene for Scott Bagshaw’ s stunning dishes that embrace the traditions of French cuisine. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐989‐7700. Chef’ s scratch-made menu of elegantly updated classics is a crowd pleaser. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204‐837‐3624. Chic space serves French bistro fare. Seafood crêpes are a hit and maple sugar pie is a must. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Sous Sol 22-222 Osborne St, Soussolosborne. com. This dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt. An ever-changing selection of French classics is executed with flair. LP, A, IA, M, V
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GEORGIAN
Saperavi 709 Corydon Ave, 204‐416‐3996. The first Georgian restaurant on the prairies. Specialties include khinkali, a dumpling filled with a spiced blend of minced beef and pork. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
GREEK
Nikos 740 Corydon Ave, 204‐478‐1144. Greek and American classics converge at this casual eatery. Large menu boasts souvlaki platters, gyros, burgers and salads. Lightly salted pita bread satisfies. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
INDIAN
Charisma of India 83 Sherbrook St, 204‐222‐7878. Creamy vegetable korma and spicy tandoori chicken are hits at this neighbourhood find. WA, LP, IA, M, V Cilantro’ s 725 Gateway Rd, 204-669-9157; 1132 Portage Ave, 204-306-6354; 400 North Town Rd, 204-306-3306. Restaurant signatures are richly spiced ginger coconut curry and biryani with tender lamb. WA, LP, IA, M, V Clay Oven Three locations, clayoven. ca. Indian and Hakka cuisine is served in a stylish and modern space. Thali platters cater to tasters. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
East India Company 349 York Ave, 204-947‐3097. Centuries-old artifacts grace the room of the Mehra family’ s flagship restaurant. The food is flawless, with biryani beautifully presented and perfectly spiced. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Shahi Flames 208 Marion St, 204-306-8000. Menu is rich in variety and curries are can’ t-miss at this modernly appointed St. Boniface spot.
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INDIGENOUS
Feast Café Bistro 587 Ellice Ave, 204-691-5979, A cozy spot nods to Manitoba’ s Indigenous groups with bannock, bison and berries. WA, LP, A, M, V Promenade Brasserie 130 Provencher Blvd, 204-237-6414 The prime riverside location sets the scene for cuisine inspired by French-Metis cooks. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL /
CLASSIC
Bailey’ s 185 Lombard Ave, 204-944‐1180. Heavy wooden doors open onto a world that celebrates the British Empire. Specialties include the reuben, rack of lamb and prime rib of beef. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM

The Sunday Roast

Bring family and friends together for a succulent Canadian AAA Prime Rib Dinner served with house baked yorkshire pudding, horseradish, potatoes and vegetables.
Wine Specials: $ 10 off bottles of wine $ 20 off reserve bottles
Sundays only, starting at 4pm. Reservations starting at 4pm.
Buck a Shuck Thursday
All you can eat oysters
( with a minimum purchase of $ 20 / person), starting at 4pm
Visit us for brunch, lunch and dinner.
Tue 4- 9pm, Wed 11am- 9pm, Thur & Fri 11am- 11pm, Sat 9am- 11pm, Sun 9am- 9pm
1763 Henderson Hwy. 204-560-2946 bullandfilly. net
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