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bestlist Ming Court 236 Edmonton St, 204‑949‑1087. Specializes in Northern Chinese cuisine with top‑notch soups. Try the juicy jumbo shrimp served with sweet and sour sauce. LP, IA, M, V North Garden 6‑33 University Cres, 204‑275‑2591. Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine are the specialties. Barbequed half duck is roasted to crispy perfection. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V danish Viva India! Traditional Indian dishes and Canadian-Indian infusions in a relaxed environment. • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Delivery 725 Gateway Rd. 204-669-9157 cilantrosrestaurant.ca Greek Fare Extraordinaire Chicken souvlaki, lamb chops and the best avgolemono soup in the city make this a “MUST VISIT”! u en M st m kfa 8a D e l i c i o u s B r e a f ro m M o n d a y - S a t u rd ay 2090 Corydon Ave. 204.897.6565 50 ciao! / dec/jan / two thousand nineteen Bistro Dansk 63 Sherbrook St, 204‑775‑5662. This cozy, nationally‑recognized restaurant serves European comfort food. Specialties include frikadeller, hakkebof, chicken schnitzel and daily soup. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V 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 hearty 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, LP, SP, 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 Inn 219 St. Mary’s Rd, 204‑233‑7943. Old‑school Winnipeg diner continues to impress locals since 1960. Pressure fried chicken is a signature worth waiting for. WA, LP, IA, M, V Family Old Spaghetti Factory Johnston Terminal at The Forks, 204‑957‑1391. Housed in an old railway storage building, antiques and memorabilia maintain a turn‑of‑the‑ last‑century feel. Kid’s menu available. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The Original Pancake House Four locations, originalpancakehouse.ca. A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake. The full menu includes crêpes, waffles, French toast, 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 serves comforting, casual dishes. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Fast Casual Alfy’s Noodle House 840 Waverley St, 204‑417‑4404; 102 Sherbrook St. Cozy and quick spot specializes in Chinese noodle soup. Its signature beef noodle with fresh wheat noodles is crave‑worthy. WA, IA, M, V Bodegoes This fun and friendly restaurant offers tasty street food staples from around the world. 101‑211 Bannatyne Ave, 204‑956‑2070; City Place, 333 St Mary Ave, 204‑415‑7045. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Burrito Del Rio 433 River Ave, 204‑415‑5600. Tex‑Mex eatery offers made‑to‑order favourites, including fajitas and quesadillas with unique garnishes like chilli‑roasted corn. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Chosabi Five locations, chosabi.com. Slick and stylish order at the counter spot serves a medley of Asian eats like sushi burritos, ramen and poke bowls. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V The Forks Market 1 Forks Market Rd, theforks.com. The stylish hub offers casual dining options centered around The Common, which serves local beer and wine on tap. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Kawaii Crepe 201‑99 Osborne St, 204‑415‑2833; 1220 St Mary’s Rd, 204‑691‑3700; 4‑1385 McPhillips St, 204‑694‑0986. Japanese crêpe joint serves freshly prepared sweet and savoury crêpes in a modern atmosphere. IA, M, V King + Bannatyne 4‑100 King St, 204‑691‑9757. This sandwich spot’s specialties include spiced porchetta, juicy, tender brisket and a vegan jackfruit sandwich.. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V La Pampa 10‑1604 St Mary’s Rd, 204‑615‑8969. Authentic gourmet empanadas and condiments in traditional and creative flavours are prepared on‑ site for take out. WA, IA, M, V Shawarma Khan Three locations, shawarmakhan. com. Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite Middle Eastern food by pita of platter. WA, A, IA, M, V FrenCh Beaujena’s French Table 302 Hamel Ave, 204‑233‑4841. Chef/ owner Randy Reynold’s table d’hôte menu serves seven‑course palate‑ pushing dinners at $64. Open Friday and Saturday at 5 pm. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V