Deli / Diner
Bernstein’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave, 204-488-4552. Jewish specialties and homestyle take-out. Eat-in menu features deli staples like bagels thickly layered with cream cheese and lox. 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. The yam fries are a must-try. WA, IA The Nook Diner 43 Sherbrook St, 204-774-0818. Daytime neighbourhood hangout pushes out short order favourites including a scrumptious eggs Benedict. Breakfast served all day. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V Oscar’ s Deli 175 Hargrave St, 204-947-0314. Jewish-style diner serving sandwiches piled high with shaved meat alongside new school favourites like quinoa yam hash. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Red Top Drive-In 219 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-233-7943. Winnipeg drive-in style diner continues to impress locals since 1960. Pressure fried chicken is a signature. WA, LP, IA, M, V
bestlist
Sherbrook Street Delicatessan 102 Sherbroook St, 204-615-3354. This bright spot makes nostalgia hip with traditional kosher-style cooking. Family recipes with Eastern European flavour. WA, IA, M, V The Village Diner 510 Sargent Ave, 204-819-1287. Casual eatery knows its breakfast and does it well, serving unique items such as the breakfast salad. Daytime diners enjoy hearty sandwiches and burgers. WA, IA, M, V
Dinner theatre
Celebrations Canad Inns, 1824 Pembina Hwy, 204-982-8282. Interactive theatre served alongside a four-course meal. Costumed servers pull you right into the show. Theatrical presentation changes frequently. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Family
Original Pancake House Clarion Hotel, 1445 Portage Ave, 204-775-9035; The Forks Market, 204-947-5077; 1049 Pembina Hwy, 204-452-1040, not LP; 2220 McGillivray Blvd, 204-489-2885. A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake. The full menu includes crêpes, waffles, burgers, roast beef, soups and salads. 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. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V The Pony Corral 444 St Mary’ s Ave, 204-942-4414; 400 Wilton St, 204-475-4464; 1050 Nairn Ave, 204-668-4414; 1700 Pembina Hwy, 204-275-3687. A Greek-centric menu with steak house favourites. Souvlakis and shrimp are crowd pleasers along with steak dinners that come with all the sides and fixings.
Fast Casual
Chosabi A-100 King St, 204-615-8338; 2696 Pembina Hwy, 204-615-8313; 520 Portage Ave, 204-615-9386. Slick and stylish order at the counter spot serves a medley of Asian eats like sushi burritos, curries, and poke bowls. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V The Forks Market 1 Forks Market Rd. The stylish hub of Winnipeg’ s meeting place offers casual dining options centred around The Common, which serves local beer and wine on tap. List of vendors and contact information at theforks. com. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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