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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 .
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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 beef tenderloin . WA , LP ,
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Café La Scala 725 Corydon Ave , 204-474‐2750 . Chic spot blends elegant Italian cuisine with trendy tapas to share and hip cocktails to sip . A hit of Sambuca gives modern edge to classic cioppino soup . 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 flavours . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Harth 1-980 St Anne ’ s Rd , 204-255-0003 . South suburban locale draws with its stunning tapas-style menu designed by chef Brent Genyk . Italian delicacies like house-made pasta are stand-outs .
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Nicolino ’ s 4‐2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269‐5004 . Owner Nick Zifarelli oversees a menu of rustic classics sparkling with regional ingredients . Tangy béchamel is a revelatory addition to lasagne . WA ,
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Passero and Corto 1 Forks Market Rd , 204-219-7300 . Corto serves as a sandwich counter and coffee shop at lunch . Passero opens at night with thoughtful offerings like roasted pork belly and ricotta gnocchi . WA , LP , IA , M , V Tommy ’ s Pizzeria 842 Corydon Ave , 204-219-7499 . Sleek interiors give an old-school diner vibe with retro photographs and red and blue accents . Thick Detroit-style pie is a must-try . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
JAPANESE
Asoyama 1717 Kenaston Blvd , 204‐487‐4222 . This popular and contemporary sushi chain bursts with options , including signature house rolls , Japanese noodles and grilled seafood . WA , LP , IA , M , V Blüfish 179 Bannatyne Ave , 204-779‐9888 . This chic sushi spot balances sophistication with a healthy dose of fun . Try playful pan-seared cuttlefish with ginger-laced teriyaki sauce . LP , A ,
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Cho Ichi Ramen 1151 Pembina Hwy , 204-615-8832 . Building the most flavourful bowl of ramen is this restaurant ’ s mission . Appetizers include Japanese street-food favourites like takoyaki , fried octopus balls . LP , A , IA , M , V GaiJin Izakaya 2-1575 Regent Ave W , 204-615-6868 . Chef Edward Lam brings his culinary creativity with Japanese small plates , all-day ramen and premium drinks served in a cool open concept space .
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Naru Sushi 159 Osborne St , 204-888‐0028 . The dark wood decor sets the mood in this sleek , urban sushi bar . Menu offers traditional and fusion dishes including several vegetarian options .
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Wasabi 105‐121 Osborne St , 204-474‐2332 ; 588 Broadway , 204-774-4328 ; 3-1360 Taylor Ave , 204‐415‐7878 . New‐school sushi is taken to new creative heights with Visually stunning rolls like the Godzilla leave a lasting impression .
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Yujiro 1822 Grant Ave , 204-489‐9254 . Edward Lam brings his stylish approach to traditional dishes and rolls . Try the delicate kaisou salad , mixed seaweed bathed in yuzu dressing . WA , LP , IA , M , V
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