North Garden 6‐33 University Cres , 204-275‐2591 . Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine are the specialties on offer . Barbequed half duck is roasted to crispy , succulent perfection . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Sam Po Dim Sum 277 Rupert Ave , 204-691-1213 . Bright , minimalist Chinatown space offers simple dim sum classics . Try the pork with sautéed onions and smoky hickory sauce for a comforting medley of flavour . WA , LP , IA , M , V Sun Fortune 15‐2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269‐6868 . Bustling atmosphere in a suburban shopping mall favoured by university crowd . Daily soup is packed with luscious ingredients . WA , LP , IA , M , V
COMEDY CLUB
Rumor ’ s 190‐2025 Corydon Ave , 204-488‐4520 . Stand-up comedians from around the continent are drawn to this decades old locale .. WA , LP , A , M , V , ATM Yuk Yuk ’ s 222 Broadway , winnipeg @ yukyuks . com , New to Winnipeg , this national favourite is located in the Fort Garry Hotel . Light bar bites pair with the laughs . WA , LP , A , M , V , ATM
DANISH
Bistro Dansk 63 Sherbrook St , 204-775‐5662 . This nationally-recognized yet intimate restaurant serves European comfort food . Specialties include frikadeller , hakkebof and daily soup .
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DELI / DINER
Bernstein ’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave , 204‐488‐4552 . Jewish specialties and homestyle take-out on offer at this neighbourhood hub . Eat-in menu features deli staples along with creative takes on classic comfort dishes . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave , 204-489‐5811 . True to its name , this bustling diner specializes in Israeli-style falafel balls served in pitas or on a platter and vegan breakfasts . Borscht and blintzes are legendary WA , IA The Nook Diner 43 Sherbrook St , 204‐774‐0818 . Daytime hangout pushes out short-order faves like a scrumptious eggs Benedict . Breakfast served all day , Hearty meals topped in luscioius gravy draws fans . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Oscar ’ s Deli 175 Hargrave St , 204‐947-0314 . Jewish-style diner serving shavedmeat sandwiches alongside new favourites like quinoa yam hash and matzo fried chicken . New twists like the salmon club are equal hits among the in crowd . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
Red Top Drive Inn 219 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-7943 . Winnipeg drive-in style diner has impressed locals since 1960 . Pressure fried chicken is a signature worth waiting for , along with go-to faves like burgers and fries . WA , LP , IA , M , V Salisbury House 7 Winnipeg locations . See salisburyhouse . ca . Cheap and cheerful local favourite since 1931 known for tis legendary nips ( burgers ) and around the clock service . WA , LP , IA , M , V White Star Diner 258 Kennedy St , 204-947-6930 . Titanic-inspired diner boasts more than 40 milkshake flavours alongside classic diner food like grilled cheese with pulled pork . WA , LP , IA , M , V
DINNER THEATRE
Celebrations Canad Inns 1824 Pembina Hwy , 204-982‐8282 . They ’ ll sing for your supper at this interactive theatre served alongside a four-course meal . Shows change frequently . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
FAMILY
The Original Pancake House Clarion Hotel , 1445 Portage Ave , 204-775‐9035 ; The Forks Market , 204-947‐5077 ; 2220 McGillivray Blvd , 204- 489-2885 . A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake . 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 in a sunny space . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
FAST CASUAL
Bagelsmith 185 Carlton St , 204-306-4633 ; 1-1130 Taylor Ave , 204-219-1673 . Montrealstyle bagels come in four flavours — plain , sesame , poppy or everything — and can be enjoyed as sandwiches or with schmear . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Banh Mi King 510 Portage Ave , 204‐775‐9323 . Trendy takes on Vietnamese fare , like the namesake sandwich , pho , and pork belly burgers that swap buns for steamed bao . WA , IA , M , V Bodegoes 101-211 Bannatyne Ave , 204-956- 2070 ; City Place , 333 St Mary Ave , 204-415-7045 . Fun restaurant offers street food staples from around the world , like stir fry noodle boxes , fish n ’ chips and burritos . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Burrito Del Rio 433 River Ave , 204-415‐5600 . This Tex-Mex eatery offers made-to-order fajitas , burritos and quesadillas . Try unique garnishes like lime sour cream and chilli-roasted corn . WA , LP ,
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Burrito Splendido Five locations . Fresh flour tortillas pressed in-house are loaded with fresh , mouthwatering toppings into burritos and tacos . WA , LP , IA , M , V Cilantro ’ s 725 Gateway Rd , 204-669-9157 ; 1132 Portage Ave , 204-306-6354 . Indian favourites , street food riffs and signatures like richly spiced ginger coconut curry .. WA , LP , IA , M , V Chosabi A-100 King St , 204‐615‐8338 ; 520 Portage Ave , 204‐615‐9386 ; 1194 Taylor Ave , 204-287-881 Stylish order-at-the-counter spot serves Asian eats like sushi burritos and ramen . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V The Forks Market 1 Forks Market Rd . The hub offers casual dining options centred around The Common , which serves local beer and wine on tap . Communal tables are abundant . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Hargrave St . Market 242 Hargrave St , Hargravestmarket . com . Mod downtown food hall with swanky interiors houses local restaurants and a craft cocktail bar . The vibe is casual but the eats are top notch from some of the city ’ s top chefs . 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 . Japanese inspired sweet and savoury crêpes in a modern atmosphere . IA , M , V King + Bannatyne 4-100 King St , 204‐691‐9757 . This sandwich spot ’ s specialties include spiced porchetta and juicy , tender brisket . Changing weekly specials feature creative ingredient combinations . WA , SP , A , IA , M , V Red Ember Common 1 Forks Market Rd , 204-504-8998 . Fast-casual pizzeria using local and ethically raised ingredients to create a variety of modern sides and neo-Neapolitan pies . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Shawarma Khan 392 Graham Ave ; 225 McDermot Ave , 204‐504‐0453 ; 2589 Pembina Hwy , 204‐615-6006 . Bright , modern space rolls halal beef / lamb , chicken and falafel into a generously stuffed pita . WA , A , IA , M , V Super Deluxe Pizzeria 4-433 River Ave , 204‐475‐4513 . Italian diner-style nook serves Neapolitanstyle pies . Toppings range from classics like Margherita to contemporary combos like grape and blue cheese . WA , LP , IA , M , V Wall Street Slice 753 Wall St , 204-221-7272 . West End spot serves New York-style pizza whole or by the slice in an industrialchic atmosphere . Try the housecured Pepperoni Prince and fold it like a true Yankee . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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