Cordova 93 Albert St, 204-691-1900. This casual and lively atmosphere offers unique European influenced tapas and wine selection. LP, IA, M, V Enoteca A-1670 Corydon Ave, 204-487-1529. This intimate and ultra-hip space boasts a creative menu of exotic ingredients. Beef tartare and cured hamachi are 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 The Mitchell Block 173 McDermot Ave, 204-949-9032. Exchange District spot serves chef / owner Sean McKay’ s eclectic, Mediterranean influenced menu in an industrial chic setting. Crispy fried Brussels sprouts are a menu highlight. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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 Palm Lounge Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, 1-800-665-8088. This swish lounge boasts an opulent ceiling and live jazz performances, while the kitchen presents stellar scratch-made sensations. WA, LP, A, V, M, ATM
Rae’ s Bistro 9-925 Headmaster Row, 204-229-0237. New neighbourhood spot serves electric bistro fare. Don’ t miss the chalkboard list of daily features. WA, LP, IA, M, V Rudy’ s Eat & Drink 375 Graham Ave, main floor MB Hydro Place, 204-421-9094. Diners enjoy mod steakhouse offerings, like grilled dijon salmon served with chickpea salad, in a high tech atmosphere with a retro glam aesthetic. 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. Unexpected flavour pairings and fresh uses of regional ingredients wow. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V Star Grill Located across from Assiniboine Park, 2069 Portage Ave, 204-837-STAR( 7827). The menu is a fusion of Asian, Mediterranean and down-home continental dishes, often covering many flavours in one bite. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V bestlist
Sydneys The Forks Market, 2nd floor, 204-942-6075. This nationally acclaimed restaurant offers an upscale table d’ hôte experience. Lounge offers an option to sample the new hors d’ oeuvres menu while relaxing with a glass of wine. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Table Winnipeg Art Gallery, 300 Memorial Blvd, 204-948-0085. Daytime diners have an intriguing view of the WAG’ s rooftop sculpture garden. The varied menu offers exhibit-inspired dishes. WA, LP, SP, A, 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, Rome-style pizza. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Buccacino’ s 155 Osborne St, 204-452-8251. The varied menu includes a large selection of traditional specialty pastas. Serves popular all-you-can-eat weekend brunch that includes breakfast and lunch items from waffles to seafood. 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 creates a favourite place for many family outings. WA, SP, LP, 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 in this casual neighbourhood restaurant. Several house-made pastas, traditional and gourmet pizzas. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM Monticchio 684 Osborne St, 204-477-4773. This South Osborne mainstay serves traditional recipes in a contemporary space. Try the signature breaded veal topped with kalamata olives and Provolone cheese. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Old Spaghetti Factory Johnston Terminal at The Forks, 204-957-1391. Housed in an old railway storage building, antiques and memorabilia maintain a turn-ofthe-last-century feel. Spaghetti dishes and a kids’ menu make this a familyfriendly spot. WA, LP, SP, 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. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
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