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
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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