Family
The Original Pancake House Clarion Hotel , 1445 Portage Ave , 204-775-9035 ; The Forks Market , 204-947-5077 ; 1049 Pembina Hwy , 204-452-1040 , not LP ; 2220 McGillivray Blvd , 204- 489-2885 . A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake . The full menu includes crêpes , waffles , French toast , burgers , roast beef , soups and salads . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Park Café 330 Assiniboine Park Dr , 204-927-6080 . Situated in the Qualico Family Centre , the breakfast and lunch menu of this family-friendly eatery serves comforting , casual dishes . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
Fast Casual
Chosabi A-100 King St , 204-615-8338 ; 2696 Pembina Hwy , 204-615-8313 ; 520 Portage Ave , 204-615-9386 . Slick and stylish order at the counter spot serves a medley of Asian eats like sushi burritos , curries , and poke bowls . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V The Forks Market 1 Forks Market Rd . Hub of Winnipeg ’ s meeting place offers casual dining options centred around The Common , which serves local beer and wine on tap . List of vendors and contact info at theforks . com . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Kawaii Crepe 201-99 Osborne St , 204-415-2833 ; 1220 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-691-3700 ; 4-1385 McPhillips St , 204-694-0986 . Winnipeg ’ s first Japanese crêpe joint serves freshly prepared sweet and savoury crêpes in a modern atmosphere . IA , M , V King + Bannatyne 4-100 King St , 204-691-9757 . Sandwich spot ’ s specialties include spiced porchetta and juicy , tender brisket . Changing weekly specials include grilled cheese features with creative condiments . WA , SP , A , IA , M , V Nick ’ s on Broadway 287 Broadway , 204-891-3636 . Nick Graumann ’ s impressive lunch offerings include salads , soups and sandwiches , like the killer hot pastrami . Breakfast and sweets also served . WA , IA , M , V Za Pizza Bistro 2360 Main St ; 2-1573 Regent Ave ; A1-1424 Ellice Ave , 204-888-1999 ; E-1220 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-615-0808 ; City Place , 234 Donald St , 204-691-0988 . Customized pizzas are made to order along an assemblyline style counter . Options include regular , whole wheat and gluten-free crust . WA , IA , M , V
FrenCh
Beaujena ’ s French Table 302 Hamel Ave , 204-233-4841 . Chef / owner Randy Reynold ’ s table d ’ hôte menu serves seven-course surprise dinners . Open Fri and Sat at 5 pm , reservations only . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
Café Ce Soir 937 Portage Ave , 204-414-SOIR ( 7647 ). Enjoy favourites like ratatouille and beef bourguignon , and save room for dessert . Chef / owner Cam Tran is a Frenchtrained pastry chef , and his sweets are too good to share . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V In Ferno ’ s Bistro & In Ferno ’ s on Academy 312 Des Meurons St , 204-262-7400 ( WA , SP ); 414 Academy Rd , 204-475-7400 . Chef / owner Fern Kirouac ’ s French- Canadian-meets-Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city ’ s best . LP , 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 and beef bourguignon are already creating a stir . LP , IA , M , V Mon Ami Louis 50 Provencher Blvd , 204-938-2226 . Chef Luc Jean serves French inspired fare on the Esplanade Riel bridge . Thin crust pizzas in the style of Alsace are a specialty . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave , 204-989-7700 . Almost all items from cured meats to mayonnaise are made from scratch . Chef Tristan Foucault ’ s 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 the best view of the city ’ s skyline , making it a great place to savour classic French fare . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St , 204-237-7072 . This industrial-chic space serves French bistro fare . Smoked Manitoba goldeye fillets 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 dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt . An ever changing selection of old school 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 is a welcoming second floor space . Specialties include khinkali ( dumplings ). LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
Greek
Helios 241 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-3655 . Sun soaked room offers a large selection of traditional and modern Greek favourites . The menu shines at lunch with dishes like beef and lamb gyros . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Homer ’ s 520 Ellice Ave , 204-788-4858 . Grecian pillars transport you to ancient Athens at this popular spot . This is the place for lamb lovers , 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
iCe Cream
Bridge Drive-In , 766 Jubilee Ave , 204-475-6850 ; Chaeban Ice Cream , 390 Osborne Ave , 204- 475-6226 ; GG Gelati , 705 Corydon Ave , 204-453-5710 , Licks Ice Cream Patio , 20 Britannica Rd , 204-254-7262 ; Sargent Sundae , 2053 Portage Ave , 204-832-5021 ; Sub Zero Ice Cream , 298 Jamison Ave , 204-668-7341 ; Sweet Tops Ice Cream , 949 Henderson Hwy , 204-668-1062 .
indian
Clay Oven 240-1600 Kenaston Common , 204-888-2529 ; 1 Portage Ave East ( Shaw Park ), 204-982-7426 ( SP ); 247 Edmonton St , 204-415-7797 . This extensive East Indian menu features everything from butter chicken to spicy seafood 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 . The food is flawless , with biryani beautifully presented and perfectly spiced . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V India Palace 770 Ellice Ave , 204-774-6061 . Neighbourhood haunt in the West End caters to all tastes with a large and varied menu , featuring vegetables , chicken , lamb and seafood dinners . 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 Maxime ’ s 1131 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-257-1521 . This South Winnipeg favourite sets the standard for suburban-style fine dining . The elegant atmosphere and the wide-ranging menu , offering short-order favourites , makes for a multi-generational palate pleaser . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
32 ciao ! / aug / sep / two thousand eighteen