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bestlist
Capital Grill and Bar
3116 Roblin Blvd, 204-615-3116,
275 Broadway, 204-416-1144.
Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses
in the sleek, modern dining room over
a mix of homey and high cuisine. Short
rib rigatoni in a winey tomato sauce is
perfect comfort food. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Close Co.
256 Stafford St, 204-691-7788. This
ultra-intimate lounge has a mere 12
seats, though the small size belies big
fl avour. Creative sharing plates and
three-course ever changing chef’s
menu keep those in the know returning
regularly. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
Cordova
93 Albert St, 204-691-1900. This casual
and lively atmosphere offers unique
European infl uenced tapas, beer and
wine selection. Chicken liver pate is
luscious and smooth. LP, IA, M, V
Enoteca
A-1670 Corydon Ave, 204-487-1529.
This ultra-hip space boasts a creative
menu of exotic ingredients. Beef tartare
and cured hamachi are exquisite. WA,
LP, IA, M, V
The Mitchell Block
173 McDermot Ave, 204-949-9032.
Exchange District spot serves chef/
owner Sean McKay’s eclectic,
Mediterranean infl uenced menu in
an industrial chic setting. Crispy fried
Brussels sprouts are a menu highlight.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Oxbow
557 Osborne St, 204-691-5373. The
farm-to-table restaurant with an ever-
changing menu focuses on seasonal
ingredients like pickerel, beets, Arctic
char, and root vegetables. 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
Rudy’s Eat & Drink
375 Graham Ave, main fl oor MB Hydro
Place, 204-421-9094. Diners enjoy mod
steakhouse offerings, like steak frites or
grilled dijon salmon served with tomato
jam and chickpea salad. 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.
Unexpected fl avour pairings and fresh
uses of regional ingredients wow. 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. WA, LP, SP,
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
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
Tre Visi Café
926 Grosvenor Ave, 204-475-4447.
Chef/owner Giacomo Appice is the
talent behind this sophisticated bistro.
His Italian-Mediterranean cuisine
includes the city’s most sumptuous
gnocchi. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
ITALIAN/CLASSIC JAPANESE
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
for many family outings. WA, SP, LP,
IA, M, V
ITALIAN/
CONTEMPORARY
Café Carlo
243 Lilac St, 204-477-5544. This cozy,
chic and consistent bistro serves dishes
spiked with equatorial tastes and
textures. Those in-the-know come for
stellar house-cut steaks. Reservations
recommended. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Café La Scala
725 Corydon Ave, 204-474-2750. Chic
spot blends elegant Italian cuisine with
trendy tapas plates to share and hip
cocktails to sip. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Cibo Waterfront Café
339 Waterfront Dr, 204-594-0339.
Renovated heritage space boasts
one of the best views in the city.
Mediterranean small plates have big,
bold fl avours. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V.
Harth
1-980 St Anne’s Rd, 204-255-0003.
The stunning tapas-style menu
designed by chef Brent Genyk offers
a selection of Italian delicacies like
housemade pasta. WA, LP, IA, M, V
Nicolino’s
4-2077 Pembina Hwy, 204-269-5004.
Owner Nick Zifarelli oversees a menu
of rustic Italian classics that sparkles
with innovative Canadian/regional
specialties. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Passero and Corto
1 Forks Market Rd, 204-291-7300.
Numerous thoughtful offerings that
include roasted salmon, 24-hour short rib,
and ricotta gnocchi. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V.
Blüfi sh
179 Bannatyne Ave, 204-779-9888. This
chic sushi spot balances sophistication
with a healthy dose of fun. Try the
playful pan-seared cuttlefi sh with
ginger-laced teriyaki sauce. LP, A,
IA, M, V