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bestlist The Black Bird Brasserie 101-300 Tache Ave, 204-505-0760. This charming window-lined eatery serves hearty French comfort food like pickerel à la meunière, chicken confit and rich beef bourguignon. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V InFerno’s Bistro 312 Des Meurons St, 204-262-7400. Chef/owner Fern Kirouac’s French- Canadian-meets-Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city’s best. Six different preparations of mussels impress. WA, LP, SP A, IA, M, V Little Goat 2615 Portage Ave, 204-254-4628. Chef Alex Svenne brings his brand of French comfort food to west Winnipeg in this charming and quirky space. French fried chicken is a winning menu pick. LP, IA, M, V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave, 204-989-7700. Almost all items from cured meats to mayonnaise are made from scratch. The menu offers elegantly updated classics and rustic dishes. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Promenade Café and Wine 130-C Provencher Blvd, 204-233-7030. This neighbourhood bistro has a stellar view of the city’s skyline, making it a perfect spot for savouring French fare morning to night. Matchstick potatoes are a highlight. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204-837-3624. This industrial-chic space serves French bistro fare. Seafood crêpes with Chardonnay velouté and Gruyère are a menu highlight. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Sous Sol 22-222 Osborne St, soussolosborne.com. Hidden in a basement location at Confusion Corner, this speakeasy is worth the hunt. French classics like roasted bone marrow are executed with flair. LP, A, IA, M, V GREEK Homer’s 520 Ellice Ave, 204-788-4858. Grecian pillars transport you to ancient Athens at this popular spot with a menu of Greek and Mediterranean specialties. WA, LP, SP A, IA, M, V Niko’s 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 Tuxedo Village Restaurant 2090 Corydon Ave, 204-897-6565. This large family-run restaurant is famous for its perfectly spiced chicken souvlaki and massive Greek salads that are never stingy on the feta and olives. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V INDIAN Cilantro’s 725 Gateway Rd, 204-669-9157. This East Kildonan gem serves Indian favourites and restaurant signatures like richly spiced ginger coconut curry. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Clay Oven Three locations, clayoven.ca. Classic Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine are served in a stylish and modern space. Those in the know go for the memorable thali platters. 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. Biryani is beautifully presented and perfectly spiced. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V INTERNATIONAL/ CLASSIC Bailey’s 185 Lombard Ave, 204-944-1180. This posh resto celebrates the British Empire. Specialties include the reuben, rack of lamb and prime rib. 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 Greek specialties, steak and a juicy prime rib dinner on weekends. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Casual Elegance From fl ame grilled meats to comfortable home-style classics, our kitchen is committed to serving up something special. An extensive selection of wine, cocktails and craft beer. Live Jazz music in our lounge on Friday and Saturday evening. 3106 Portage Ave. 204-221-2777 corkandfl ame.ca Reservations recommended. 32 ciao! / apr/may / two thousand twenty