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bestlist Sukhothai 191 Osborne St, 204-633‑6907. The comfortable modern interior is a good counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine. The perfect hot and sour soup and fresh fruit frozen drinks keep fans returning. WA, LP, IA, M, V World Food The decor at most of these spots is simple. However, each restaurant represents food from the owner’s culture, with sometimes astonishingly low prices that reflect the simplicity of the service and surroundings. Asian Hot Pot [Chinese/Asian] 740 Corydon Ave, 204‑615‑8878. Cheery spot serves do-it-yourself- deliciousness in the form of soups that simmer at the table. WA, LP, A, M, V Casa Grande [Italian] 984 Sargent Ave, 204-783‑6231. Checkered tablecloths and candlelight create the ambience for Italian fare like homestyle pizza and pasta. LP, A, IA, M, V Dwarf no Cachette [Japanese] 157 Provencher Blvd, 204‑691‑9950. Quirky cafe offers Japanese specialties like ramen and okonomiyaki on handwritten menus. Feature weekly ramen specials. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Bisita [Filipino] 637 Corydon Ave, 204‑615‑7423. Comforting Filipino cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Crispy pork belly sliders topped with an oozing, golden quail egg on a pandesal bun are a fusion food must-try. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V JC’s Tacos and More [Mexican] 187 Henderson Hwy, 204‑414‑9187. This cheerful restaurant instantly offer house-made juices and made-from- scratch dishes like pupusas, tortas and tacos. WA, IA, V, LP, M Khao House [Laotian/Asian] 126 Sherbrook St, 204‑783‑3642. Belly- filling Laotian specialties are spiked with uncommon ingredients like black fungus mushroom and pickled bamboo shoots. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Kyu Bistro [Japanese] 185 Isabel Ave, 204‑504‑8999. Winnipeg's first izakaya-only spot offers small plates of gyoza, agedashi tofu cakes and chicken kara-age. WA, A, IA, V, M La Pampa [Argentinean] 10-1604 St Mary’s Road, 204‑615‑8969. Authentic empanadas and condiments in traditional and creative flavours are preapred on site for take out. WA, IA, M, V Pho Hoang [Vietnamese] 794 Sargent Ave, 204‑415‑6893. The pho at this chic and comfortable spot ranks among the city's best. Rich broth gains its deep flavour from a 24-hour simmering process. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V SUPERB CHINESE CUISINE Winnipeg’s favourite Chinese recipes served in a contemporary and warm atmosphere. www.northgardenwinnipeg.com 6-33 University Crescent (204) 275-2591 Mon-Sat 10 am-11:30 pm, Sun 10 am-10:30 pm Are you sweet, savoury or both? Asian street food meets a French classic. Hand-held goodness. 201-99 Osborne St. 204.415.2833 Unit D-1220 St. Mary’s Rd. 204.691.3700 ciao! / aug/sep / two thousand seventeen 41