FRENCH
InFerno ’ s Bistro 312 Des Meurons St , 204-262‐7400 . Fern Kirouac ’ s French-Canadianmeets-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
La Creperie Ker Breizh 110-267 Sherbrook St , 204-295-2631 . French Creperie makes an astounding variety of sweet and savoury crepes that reflect the flavours of Brittany . WA , 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 Melissa Makarenko ’ s menu offers elegantly updated classics and rustic dishes . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Preservation Hall 655 Empress St , 204-783-2386 . Renowned chef Tristan Foucault plates up French fare at this inviting space . Pair meals with one of several creative craft cocktails . WA , LP , IA , M , V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St , 204‐837‐3624 . Chic space serves French bistro fare . Smoked Manitoba goldeye fillets and seafood crêpes are menu highlights .
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Sous Sol 22-222 Osborne St , Soussolosborne . com . This dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt . An ever-changing selection of 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 . Specialties include khinkali , a dumpling filled with a spiced blend of minced beef and pork and khachapuri adjaruli , a gooey cheese-filled bread .
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GREEK
Homer ’ s 520 Ellice Ave , 204-788‐4858 . Grecian pillars transport to ancient Athens at this popular spot . With a menu of Greek specialties , this is the place for lamb lovers . WA , LP , SP A , IA , M , V Nikos 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
Chaeban Ice Cream 390 Osborne Ave , 204-475-6226 , Mod spot serves luxurious ice cream made with locally sourced ingredients . and heavy dose of cream . Arabic flavours offer exotic and intriguing concoctions . WA , SP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
Chocoberry Dessert House 470 River Ave , 204-615-9998 . Tucked into a basement storefront off the Osborne Village strip is a chocolate lover ’ s dream . A , IA , M , V Dug and Betty ’ s Ice Creamery 309 Des Meurons St , 204-417-0026 . Sweet St . Boniface spot serving gourmet ice cream creations , including milkshakes and cookie sandwiches . Also serves French bistro fare . WA , SP , LP , IA , M , V Eva ’ s Gelato & Coffee Bar 101-1001 Corydon Ave , 204-452-3827 . This chic spot serves 36 colourful varieties of house-made Argentinean gelato . Dulce de leche is a signature flavour . Also the place to find special occasion fancy treats . WA , SP , IA , M , V Fête 300 Assiniboine Ave . Supreme ice cream alongside specialty coffees in an ultra-cute space . Try fun flavours like a French toast and candied bacon creation .
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Milksmith 651 Corydon Ave , Witness layers of frozen flavoured cream be artfully rolled and topped with a choice of sweets in this playful pink space . Customize your latte art with photos from your phone . IA , M , V Nucci ’ s Gelati 643 Corydon Ave , 204‐475‐8765 . This Corydon institution offers 75 wild , powerful flavours of Italian ice cream . LP , SP , IA , M , V Piazza de Nardi 1360 Taylor Ave , 204-982-9461 . Tucked in the bustling market of meats and fine wines , in-the-know shoppers stop at the gelati counter for a fix of classic Italian flavours . Pistachio is a must-try . A , IA , M , V Rollesque 6-794 Sargent Ave , 117 Osborne St , 605 Sterling Lyon Parkway . Thai-style rolled ice cream combines elaborate toppings like pocky , durian , Nutella and gummy bears . A , IA , M , V Snow and Moon 5-1727 Kenaston Blvd , 1-204-309- 0606 . Frozen flavoured milk snows topped with ice cream and fruit medleys are worth their lavish price at this cute Korean dessert café . WA ,
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INDIAN
Charisma of India 83 Sherbrook St , 204‐222‐7878 . Creamy vegetable korma and spicy tandoori chicken are menu highlights
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Clay Oven Three locations , Clayoven . ca . Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine are served in a stylish and modern space . Those in the know go for the memorable and deliciously massive thali platters . Shaw Park locale overlooks the ball diamond . 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 buffet-centred restaurant . Butter chicken and beautifully presented biryani sets a high standard in the city . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
INDIGENOUS
Feast Café Bistro 587 Ellice Ave , 204-691-5979 . This cozy spot features a menu rich in bannock , bison and berries . Try the squash pizza topped with white sauce and pine nuts . WA , LP , A , M , V
Manoomin 460 Madison St , wyndhamhotels . com . Welcoming , casual space paying tribute to Manitoba ’ s Indigenous culture . Ingredients like bison and pickerel shine . A , IA , M , V
Promenade Brasserie 130 Provencher Blvd , 204-237-6414 The prime riverside location sets the scene for cuisine inspired by French-Metis cooks . Locally grown products appear liberally on the menu . WA , LP , A , 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 favourite spot sets the standard for fine dining . The wide-ranging menu , makes for a multi-generational pleaser . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Silver Heights Restaurant 2169 Portage Ave , 204-889-7246 . Long-established eatery popular for its certified Angus steaks and bbq ribs smothered in a house-made sauce . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V The Terrace Dining Room 3975 Portage Ave , 204-885‐3330 . Overlooking the racetrack at Assiniboia Downs , a multi-tiered room gives every table a superb view .. WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
INTERNATIONAL /
CONTEMPORARY
Blaze Restaurant & Lounge Delta Winnipeg , 350 St . Mary Ave , 204‐944‐7259 . A contemporary setting for shareable appies along with substantial entrees appeal to a variety of appetites . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Bonnie Day 898 Westminster Ave , 204-786-8411 . A dynamic menu of comfort foods , and sourdough pizza earn this cozy spot status as one of the best new opens . A large list of creative craft cocktails impress . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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