Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204‐837‐3624. Chic space serves French bistro fare. Simply the city’ s go-to for classics like Boeuf bourguignon, seafood crêpes and maple sugar pie. For a slice of history, sit in the train 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
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
Homer’ s 520 Ellice Ave, 204-788‐4858. Grecian pillars transport to ancient Athens at this popular spot. With a menu of Greek specialties, this is the place for lamb lovers. WA, LP, SP A, IA, M, V 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 highlights. Popular buffet makes this a popular stop for a bite and mango lassi, ready to take-out is a hidden secret.
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Clay Oven Three locations, clayoven. ca. Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine are served in a stylish and modern space. Insiders go for the memorable and massive thali platters. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Craving Curries 3116 Roblin Blvd, 204-415-7707. Smartly appointed space brings bold flavours to the suburbs with an array of showy sizzlers, street food inspired snacks and curries. 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. Even after 50 yearsk the beautifully presented buffet still sets the city’ s gold standard.
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Shahi Flames 208 Marion St, 204-306-8000. Behind the brazen strip mall sign, the menu is rich in variety and curries are can’ t-miss at this authentic Indian cuisine St. Boniface spot.
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INDIGENOUS
Feast Café 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.
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Manoomin 460 Madison St, wyndhamhotels. com. Welcoming, casual space paying tribute to Manitoba’ s Indigenous culture. Ingredients like bison, berries and pickerel shine.
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Promenade Brasserie 130 Provencher Blvd, 204-237-6414. The prime riverside location sets the scene for cuisine inspired by French-Metis cooks. Locally grown products appear liberally on the menu. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL /
CLASSIC
Bailey’ s 185 Lombard Ave, 204-944‐1180. Enter 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 Cork and Flame 3106 Portage Ave, 204-221-2777. Polished St. James resto with a diverse menu that includes tender bone-in lamb, Greek specialties, and prime rib dinner. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Silver Heights Restaurant 2169 Portage Ave, 204-889-7246. A popular hub for certified Angus steaks and bbq ribs smothered in a house-made sauce. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The Terrace Dining Room 3975 Portage Ave, 204-885‐3330. Overlooking the racetrack at Assiniboia Downs, a multi-tiered room gives every table a superb view. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL /
CONTEMPORARY
The Allen Restaurant 281 Donald St, 204‐594‐9494. The historic Metropolitan Theatre has been reborn as a destination dining establishment. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Blaze Restaurant & Lounge Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Ave, 204‐944‐7259. Sophisticated cuisine is served in a contemporary hotel
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Bonnie Day 898 Westminster Ave, 204-786-8411. A dynamic menu of comfort foods, and sourdough pizza earn this cozy spot status as one of the best in class.
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Bull and Filly 1763 Henderson Hwy, 204-560-2946. French leaning dishes and a sophisticated setting pairs with relaxed service for a winning experience that attracts regulars.
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Capital Grill and Bar 275 Broadway, 204-416-1144. Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses in the sleek, modern dining room over a mix of homey and high cuisine. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Damecca Lounge 305 Madison St, 204-306-1130. Polo Park area lounge reveals skills in the kitchen with globe-trotting dishes like mushroom pappardelle.
LP, A, IA, M, V deer + almond 85 Princess St, 204‐504‐8562. This hip restaurant helmed by chef Mandel Hitzer boasts an inspired, globally influenced menu of creative, shareable plates in a casual, artsy space. WA, LP, IA, M, V James Avenue Pumphouse 2-109 James Ave, 204-560-5210. Chef Mark Merano serves multi-culti crowd favourites in this former 1906 fire station like tacos with Mexican birria dip and a super-sized perogy.
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Junction 59 Roadhouse 1615 Regent Ave W, 204-654-3345. Southern-style eats in a rustic, prairie atmosphere, complete with wooden barrels and grain elevator murals. Signature molcajete bowl is a hit.
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Next Door 116 Sherbrook St, 431-887-2337. Open concept taproom serves smart dishes for foodsters, plenty of creative veggie presentations and rotating beers from Good Neighbour.
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Nola 101-300 Tache Ave, 204-505-0760. Fusion for the modern era uses global flavours and local ingredients. Smoked goldeye salad and Japanese karaage fried chicken should not be missed. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Oval Room Brasserie Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, 1-800-665-8088. This swish lounge boasts an opulent ceiling and live jazz performances, while the kitchen presents stellar scratch-made sensations. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V, ATM The Oxbow 557 Osborne St, 204-691-5373. This farm-to-table restaurant with an ever-changing menu focuses on seasonal ingredients and unexpected vegetables. LP, A, IA, M, V Petit Socco 256 Stafford St, 204-306-7522. Chef Adam Donnelly provides an intimate dining experience for twelve guests per night. Expect an ever-changing menu feauring seasonal ingredients and exciting flavours. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Rae’ s Bistro 9-925 Headmaster Row, 204-229- 0237. North Kildonan neighbourhood spot serves eclectic bistro fare. Don’ t miss the chalkboard list of creative daily features. WA, LP, IA, M, V
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