Uptown by 529 201 Portage Ave, 204-938-8696. Lobby bistro at Portage and Main. Smart looking space matches with casual fare. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The Yellow Dog Tavern 386 Donald St, 204‐775‐6676. Simple, scratch-made food such as perogies, pizza, bruschetta and soups make this deep fryer-free tavern a perfect place to have a pint. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
REGIONAL / CANADIAN
Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd, 204-489‐6963. Talented Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products sourced locally to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine with precision and care. The award-winning wine list is exclusively Canadian. LP, A, IA, M, V Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd, 204-224‐2837. This elegant country estate has several rooms offering a charming, contemporary dining atmosphere. Pan-Canadian menu is strong on fish and meat. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar 145 The Leaf Way, 204-927-7222 This restaurant at The Leaf is Assiniboine Park’ s culinary star. Eager foodies and nature lovers alike are drawn to an inspired menu of thoughtful dishes. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E, Oakbank, 204‐777‐3880. Beautiful country restaurant houses an impressive gift and decor store. Try perogies stuffed with wild mushrooms as a regionally inspired treat. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Smith 75 Forks Market Rd, 204‐944‐2445. Plays on plaid and nostalgic Canadian touches transform a hotel dining room into a rustic getaway and fitting backdrop to scratch-made regional cuisine. Fire-grilled steaks match with exquisite sides.
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SOUTH AMERICAN /
SPANISH
Carnaval Brazilian BBQ 270 Waterfront Dr, 204‐505‐0945. Winnipeg’ s only Brazilian barbeque has carved out a sizzling carnivore’ s paradise in the Exchange District. Lounge offers a la carte dining.
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Cordova 93 Albert St, 204-691-1900. A casual and lively atmosphere sets the scene for unique European-influenced tapas, beer and wine selection. Don’ t skip the gambas al ajillo. LP, SP, IA, M, V Corrientes Argentine Pizzeria 137 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐219‐5398. Argentinean-style pizza boutique serves up pies with unique toppings, and empanadas in an heritage space.
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STEAK & SEAFOOD
529 Wellington Steakhouse 529 Wellington Cres, 204-487‐8325. A renovated historic mansion offers grand style along with top Canadian prime beef. Over 800 wine list selections draws the city’ s toniest clientele. 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 Chop Steakhouse & Bar 1750 Sargent Ave, 204‐788‐2015. This swanky Canadian steakhouse chain flaunts an in-house butcher and pastry chef. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Hy’ s Steakhouse 1 Lombard Pl, 204‐942‐1000. A classic Winnipeg establishment for more than 60 years, comfortably opulent with traditional dark panelling.
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The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 2034 McGillivray Blvd, 204-477‐5300; 2553 Portage Ave, 204-885‐5275. The Keg delivers sizzling steaks, prime rib and lobster tails.
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Rae & Jerry’ s 1405 Portage Ave, 204-783‐6155. Little has changed at this steakhouse since its inception in 1957. Attentive service and old school specialties keep fans loyal. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Simon’ s Steaks The Forks Market, 204-691-8939. Argentinean inspired menu delivers exquisite steakhouse faves in a casual setting. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
TAP / TASTING ROOMS
Barn Hammer Brewing Co 595 Wall St, Barnhammerbrewing. ca. A stylish, industrial space in the West End houses this welcoming taproom. Sample a selection of six signature beers. LP, A, IA, M, V Capital K Distillery 3-1680 Dublin Ave, 204-697-2901. The newly remodelled front of house tap room serves samples and cocktails of its spirits. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Devil May Care Brewing Co 155-A Fort St, 204-955-6258. Communal tables and a bright open space invite connection over brews.
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Half Pints Brewing Co 550 Roseberry St, 204‐832‐7468. Four flagship beers and seasonal specialties are on tap for sipping by taster or draught, or fill a growler to go. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Kilter Brewing Co 450 Rue Deschambault, 204-960- 9484. Shabby chic taproom pours pints of its in-house brews at a St. Boniface space tucked along the Seine River. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM
Lake of the Woods Brewing Co 242 Hargrave St, 833-321-2337. The beloved cottage country brewery brings MB its beer. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Little Brown Jug 336 William Ave, 204‐500‐0441. Exchange District heritage space, with an open concept design gives visitors a view of the brewery.
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Low Life Barrel House / Snack HaUS 398 Daly St N, lowlifebarrelhouse. com. Part-brewery part-winery uses ancient oak barrel fermenting to achieve distinct flavour. Chef Dustin Pajak’ s menu amps up the experience. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Patent 5 Distillery 108 Alexander Ave, 204-995-4999. Craft distillery serves artful cocktails using house spirits and Manitobamade bitters alongside charcuterie plates. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Shrugging Doctor 483 Berry St, 204-889-0318. Sip a raspberry wine with charcuterie or freshly made flatbread at this lounge serving Manitoba’ s fruit wine and bevvie brand.
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Sookram’ s Brewing Co 479-B Warsaw Ave, Sookrams. com. Warehouse-turned-taproom offers flagship beers like its Pilsner Cult Classic and MacGuffin California Common on tap and available to take home. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Torque Brewing Co 330‐830 King Edward St, 204‐941‐1723. Sample a changing selection of varieties like Barleywine and Russian Imperial Stout.
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Trans Canada Brewing Co 1-1290 Kenaston Blvd, 204‐666‐2337. Spacious brewpub offers large selection of in-house beers along with fresh pizza and appetizers
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TEA HOUSE
Panda Tea 5 locations, pandatea. ca. Tea room serving milk tea, slush drinks and bubble tea in flavours like taro passionfruit, and red bean. Opt in for tapioca to get a chewy surprise in your tea. IA, M, V
THAI
Bangkok Thai 100 Osborne St, 2nd floor, 204- 474‐0908. Located within the McKim courtyard this sunlit room creates the perfect setting for exotic Thai dishes. LP, IA, M, V Magic Thailand 842 Logan Ave, 204-774-0839. Well-travelled locals in the know consider this simply styled spot a go-to for authentic cusine like curries and stir fry dishes. WA, IA, M, V
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