bestlist
INDIAN
Charisma of India
83 Sherbrook St, 204‑222‑7878. Dine
in or take out savoury dishes steeped
in flavour. Creamy vegetable korma
and spicy tandoori chicken are menu
highlights. WA, LP, IA, M, V
Cilantro’s
725 Gateway Rd, 204-669-9157. This
East Kildonan gem serves Indian
favourites and restaurant signatures
like richly spiced ginger coconut curry
and dum style biryani with tender lamb.
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.
The food is flawless, with biryani
beautifully presented and perfectly
spiced. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
India Palace/India Palace Express
770 Ellice Ave, 204-774‑6061; 1328
Portage Ave, 204-832-8888. Large menu
features vegetable, chicken, lamb and
seafood dinners. Lunch and dinner
buffet. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL/
CLASSIC
The Allen Restaurant
281 Donald St, 204‑594‑9494. The historic
Metropolitan Theatre has been reborn
as a destination dining establishment.
Every dish reflects the elegance of the
space. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
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. The
elegant atmosphere and wide-ranging
menu, offering short‑order favourites,
makes for a multi-generational palate
pleaser. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Terrace Dining Room
3975 Portage Ave, 204-885‑3330. A
multi-tiered room gives every table
a superb view of Assiniboia Downs’
racetrack. Reservations required.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL/
CONTEMPORARY
The Blue Marble
1979 Wellington Ave, 204‑594‑1967.
With greens grown on-site, fresh
delights are served up with artful
presentations. Tuna crudo on a
vibrant pea purée is a standout dish.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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Capital Grill and Bar
3116 Roblin Blvd, 204‑615‑3116;
275 Broadway, 204-416-1144.
Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses in
the sleek, modern dining rooms over a
mix of homey and high cuisine.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Close Co.
256 Stafford St, 204‑691-7788. Small
size belies big flavour at this intimate
spot. Creative sharing plates keep
those in the know returning regularly.
WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
Cordova
93 Albert St, 204-691-1900. This casual
and lively atmosphere offers unique
European influenced tapas, beer and
wine. Chicken liver pâté is luscious
and smooth. LP, SP, IA, M, V
Enoteca
A-1670 Corydon Ave, 204‑487‑1529.
This ultra-hip space boasts a creative
sharing plate style menu using exotic
ingredients. Chef Scott Bagshaw’s
beef tartare with quail egg is exquisite.
WA, LP, IA, M, V
Jane’s
504 Main St, 204‑632‑2594. Red
River College’s Paterson GlobalFoods
Institute offers a unique dining
experience where patrons interact
with students as they execute an
inspired menu. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Junction 59 Roadhouse
1615 Regent Ave W, 204-654-3345.
Southern-style eats in a rustic-prairie
atmosphere. Chef Ryan Glays’
signature molcajete bowl is a hit.
WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Máquè
909 Dorchester Ave, 204‑284‑3385.
Impeccable adaptations of pan-Asian
cuisine in a cozy Crescentwood dining
room. Try the smoked duck or soy
braised shiitake steamed baos.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Mitchell Block
173 McDermot Ave, 204-949‑9032. Chic
spot serves chef/owner Sean McKay’s
eclectic, Mediterranean influenced
menu. Upstairs lounge Wet & Dry Dept.
offers elevated sharing plates.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Moxie’s Grill and Bar
1620 Kenaston Blvd, 204‑489‑1199;
300 Portage Ave, 204‑926‑5757; Polo
Park Shopping Centre, 204‑783‑1840.
Quality and consistency are hallmarks
of this respected Canadian chain.
WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM
Oak & Grain
1800 Wellington Ave, 204-786‑0926.
At the Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport,
comfort food classics are offered with
regional spin at the newly renovated
bistro. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Oxbow
557 Osborne St, 204-691-5373. This
local-centric restaurant with an ever-
changing menu focuses on seasonal
ingredients like pickerel. Natural wines
are a perfect pairing. LP, A, IA, M, V
The Palm Lounge
Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, 1-800-
665-8088. This swish lounge boasts an
opulent ceiling and live jazz, while the
kitchen presents stellar scratch-made
sensations. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V, ATM
Rudy’s Eat & Drink
375 Graham Ave, MB Hydro Place,
main floor, 204-421-9094. Diners enjoy
mod offerings, like steak frites, and
elevated comfort dishes in a retro glam
atmosphere. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Saddlery on Market
114 Market Ave, 204‑615‑1898. Twists
on comfort food are presented in a chic
East Exchange District heritage space,
once the site of the Great West Saddlery
Company. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
ITALIAN/CLASSIC
Aurora Pizzeria and Café
842 Corydon Ave, 204‑615‑9644. Family-
owned spot on the Corydon strip
revels in tastes straight from Italy, from
heaping cheesy pastas to crisp, napoli-
style pizza. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Colosseo Ristorante
670 Corydon Ave, 204‑284‑4977. House-
made, classic Italian fare makes this
the place for Italian cravings. A warm
and friendly environment is perfect for
family outings. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
Mona Lisa
1697 Corydon Ave, 204-488‑3687. The
cuisine of the Grande family’s southern
Italy home has been offered for more
than 30 years at this neighbourhood
restaurant. Excellent freshly made
pastas. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM
Monticchios
684 Osborne St, 204-477‑4773. South
Osborne mainstay serves traditional
recipes in a contemporary space. Try
the breaded veal topped with olives and
provolone cheese. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Pasquale’s
109 Marion St, 204‑231‑1403. This long-
standing destination treats all as family.
Classic pastas, red sauces and old
fashioned recipes keep diners raving.
The rooftop patio is a summer hotspot.
WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Super Deluxe Pizzeria
4-433 River Ave, 204‑475‑4513. Italian
diner style nook riffs on ‘80s pizza
parlours with a checkerboard floor
and booth seating. Neapolitan pies
are mod, topped with grape and blue
cheese. WA, LP, IA, M, V
Tre Visi Café
926 Grosvenor Ave, 204‑475‑4447. Chef/
owner Giacomo Appice’s nationally
recognized Italian-Mediterranean
cuisine includes one of the city’s most
sumptuous gnocchi. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Vera Pizzeria
670 Osborne St, 204‑222‑6306. An
open concept kitchen gives a view of
artisanal Neapolitan pizza made with
top-notch ingredients, such as fresh
basil, fior di latte and generous shreds of
roasted garlic. LP, IA, M, V