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bestlist Tuxedo Village Restaurant 2090 Corydon Ave, 204‑897‑6565. This large family‑run restaurant is famous for its perfectly seasoned chicken souvlaki and massive Greek salads. Menu includes keto diet options. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V ice cream Chaeban Ice Cream 390 Osborne Ave, 204‑475‑6226. Mod spot serves ice cream made with locally sourced ingredients. Arabic flavours offer exotic and intriguing concoctions. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V Dug and Betty’s 309 Des Meurons St, 204‑417‑0026. Sweet and stylish St. Boniface spot serving gourmet ice cream creations, including milkshakes and cookie sandwiches. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V Eva’s Gelato & Coffee Bar 101‑1001 Corydon Ave, 204‑452‑3827; 9A‑20 Island Shore Blvd, 204‑254‑2837. 36 colourful varieties of house‑made Argentinean‑style gelato. Dulce de leche is a signature flavour. WA, SP, IA, M, V Snow and Moon 5‑1727 Kenaston Blvd, J‑1045 St James St. Flavoured milk snows topped with ice cream and fruit are worth their lavish price at this Korean dessert café. WA, A, IA, M, V indian Cilantro’s 725 Gateway Rd, 204‑669‑9157. This East Kildonan gem serves Indian favourites and restaurant signatures like richly spiced ginger coconut curry and dum style biryani with tender lamb. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Clay Oven Three locations, clayoven.ca. Classic Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine are served in a stylish and modern space. Those in the know go for the memorable thali platters. 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 restaurant. The food is flawless, with biryani beautifully presented and perfectly spiced. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V international/ classic The Allen Restaurant 281 Donald St, 204‑594‑9494. The historic Metropolitan Theatre has been reborn as a destination dining establishment. Every dish reflects the elegance of the space. 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 52 ciao! / dec/jan / two thousand nineteen Maxime’s 1131 St. Mary’s Rd, 204‑257‑1521. The elegant atmosphere and wide‑ranging menu, offering short‑order favourites, makes for a multi‑generational palate pleaser. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V The Rib Room Best Western Plus Downtown Winnipeg, 330 York Ave, 204‑942‑0101. This local favourite has built its reputation on ribs, but also offers prime rib and filet mignon. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V The Terrace Dining Room 3975 Portage Ave, 204‑885‑3330.A multi‑tiered room at Assiniboia Downs gives every table a superb view. Reservations required. Off season Thu 5‑8 pm only. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V international/ contemporary Blaze Restaurant & Lounge Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Ave, 204‑944‑7259. Sophisticated cuisine is served in a contemporary setting. Shareable appies are perfect for group nibbling. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V The Blue Marble 1979 Wellington Ave, 204‑594‑1967. With greens grown on‑site, fresh delights are served up with artful presentations. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Capital Grill and Bar 3116 Roblin Blvd, 204‑615‑3116; 275 Broadway, 204‑416‑1144. Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses in the sleek, modern dining rooms over a mix of homey and high cuisine. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Close Co. 256 Stafford St, 204‑691‑7788. Small size belies big flavour at this intimate spot. Creative sharing plates keep those in the know returning regularly. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Enoteca A‑1670 Corydon Ave, 204‑487‑1529. This ultra‑hip space boasts a creative sharing plate style menu using exotic ingredients. Chef Scott Bagshaw’s beef tartare with quail egg is 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 Junction 59 Roadhouse 1615 Regent Ave W, 204‑654‑3345. Southern‑style eats in a rustic‑prairie atmosphere. The signature molcajete bowl is a hit. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Máquè 909 Dorchester Ave, 204‑284‑3385. Impeccable adaptations of pan‑Asian cuisine in a cozy Crescentwood dining room. Try the smoked duck or soy braised shiitake steamed baos. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V The Mitchell Block 173 McDermot Ave, 204‑949‑9032. Chic spot serves chef/owner Sean McKay’s eclectic, Mediterranean influenced menu. Upstairs lounge Wet & Dry Dept. offers elevated sharing plates. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V The Oxbow 557 Osborne St, 204‑691‑5373. This local‑centric restaurant with an ever‑ changing menu focuses on seasonal ingredients like pickerel. Natural wines are a perfect pairing. 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, while the kitchen presents stellar scratch‑made sensations. WA, LP, A, M, V, ATM Rudy’s Eat & Drink 375 Graham Ave, MB Hydro Place, main floor, 204‑421‑9094. Diners enjoy mod offerings, like steak frites, and elevated comfort dishes in a retro glam atmosphere. 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. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V italian/classic 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 is perfect for family outings. WA, LP, SP, 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 at this neighbourhood restaurant. Excellent freshly made pastas. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM Monticchios 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. The rooftop patio is a summer hotspot. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V italian/ contemporary Bellissimo 1‑877 Waverley St, 204‑489‑0495. This surprisingly sophisticated neighbourhood spot offers sublime fare, like the spinach agnolotti stuffed with mascarpone and spiced squash. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V