Cilantro ’ s 725 Gateway Rd , 204-669-9157 . This East Kildonan gem serves Indian favourites and restaurant signatures like richly spiced ginger coconut curry . WA , LP , IA , M , V Clay Oven Three locations , Clayoven . ca . Classic Indian dishes are served in a modern space . Those in the know go for the thali platters . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V East India Company 349 York Ave , 204-947‐3097 . Ancient artifacts grace the room of the Mehra family ’ s restaurant . The biryani is perfectly spiced . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V India Palace 770 Ellice Ave , 204-774‐6061 . This West End mainstay boasts a large and varied menu featuring vegetable , chicken , lamb and seafood dinners . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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Bailey ’ s 185 Lombard Ave , 204-944‐1180 . Heavy wooden doors open onto a world that celebrates the British Empire . Try the rack of lamb and prime rib . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Cork and Flame 3106 Portage Ave , 204-221-2777 . A diverse menu that includes specialties like lamb , pastas , Greek specialties and juicy prime rib dinner on weekends . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Maxime ’ s 1131 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-257‐1521 . This South Winnipeg spot sets the standard for suburban-style fine dining . The extensive menu creates favourites for all . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Silver Heights Restaurant 2169 Portage Ave , 204-889-7246 . Long-established neighbourhood eatery popular for its certified Angus steaks and bbq ribs smothered in house-made sauce . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
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Blaze Restaurant & Lounge Delta Winnipeg , 350 St . Mary Ave , 204‐944‐7259 . Sophisticated cuisine is served in a stylish , contemporary setting . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Bonnie Day 898 Westminster Ave , 204-786-8411 . A dynamic menu of comfort foods , and sour dough pizza earn this cozy spot status as one of the best new opens . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Capital Grill and Bar 3116 Roblin Blvd , 204‐615‐3116 ; 275 Broadway , 204-416-1144 . Sleek modern dining rooms offer homey and high cuisine . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Damecca Lounge 305 Madison St , 204-306-1130 . Loungey space reveals skills in the kitchen with globe-trotting dishes like chicken karaage and mushroom truffle pappardelle . LP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
deer + almond 85 Princess St , 204‐504‐8562 . This hip Exchange District restaurant boasts a globally influenced prix-fixe four course menu of creative , shareable plates . WA , LP , 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 . WA , LP , IA , M , V
James Avenue Pumphouse 2-109 James Ave , 204-560-5210 . Dine on multi-culti crowd favourites in this former fire station like tacos with Mexican birria dip and a super-sized perogy . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Maque 909 Dorchester Ave , 204‐284‐3385 . Impeccable adaptations of pan-Asian cuisine in a cozy Crescentwood dining room . Try the soy braised shiitake steamed baos . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Meal Set Bistro 612 B Academy Rd , 204‐414‐8088 . Chef Ken Nguyen ’ sh ealthy sushi and tapas is served with flair at this Asian-fusion bistro with a genrebending menu . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Nola 101-300 Tache Ave , 204-505-0760 . A stellar menu of intricate small plates Smoked goldeye salad and karaage fried chicken shine . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Oval Room Brasserie Fort Garry Hotel , 222 Broadway , 1-800-665-8088 . This swish lounge has an opulent ceiling and masterfully executed eats . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM The Oxbow 557 Osborne St , 204-691-5373 . This farm-to-table restaurant with an ever-changing menu focuses on seasonal ingredients . Natural wines are a perfect pairing . LP , A , IA , M , V
Petit Socco 256 Stafford St , 204-306-7522 . Chef Adam Donnelly provides intimate dining for twelve guests per night . Expect a rotating menu of exciting flavours . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Rae ’ s Bistro 9-925 Headmaster Row , 204‐229‐0237 . North Kildonan spot serves eclectic bistro fare . Don ’ t miss the creative features . WA , LP , IA , M , V Rudy ’ s Eat & Drink 375 Graham Ave , MB Hydro Place , main floor , 204-421-9094 . Enjoy mod steakhouse offerings , like Peruvian salmon salad , in a high-tech , retro glam dining room . 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 , sprawling East Exchange District heritage space . The fish tacos are divine . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Supreme Macaroni Co . 173 McDermot Ave , 204-975-0160 . Heritage spot serves chef / owner Sean McKay ’ s eclectic menu centered around pasta and pizza in a rustic setting . LP , A , IA , M , V
Tabula Rasa 725 Osborne St , tabularasaosborne . com . This tapas spot evokes fresh ideas with old-world style . Mediterranean-inspired small plates , like the succulent bass . LP , A , IA , M , V Wood Tavern 112 Marion St , 204-235-6003 . Cozy and cool restaurant inside the Norwood Hotel features a huge wood-fired grill that scents the sprawling space . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
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Alena Rustic Italian 3670 Roblin Blvd ., 204‐944‐8748 . Doug Stephens and Chef Michael Dacquisto bring Italian cooking to Çharleswood . WA , SP , LP , IA , M , V Colosseo Ristorante 670 Corydon Ave , 204‐284‐4977 . House-made classic Italian fare makes this the place for Italian cravings . The friendly environment is ideal for families . WA , SP , LP , IA , M , V Frankie ’ s Italian Kitchen 505 Sterling Lyon Pkwy , 204-410- 4980 . Hailing from the west , this stylish outpost serves the kind of food that brings big Italian families together . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Little Nana ’ s Italian Kitchen 818 Notre Dame Ave , 204-219-2615 . Calabrian flavours and modern presentations are served with old-fashioned , Nonna-style generosity . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Mona Lisa 1697 Corydon Ave , 204-488‐3687 . Italian cuisine has been offered for more than 30 years . House-made pastas , traditional and gourmet pizzas . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Monticchio 684 Osborne St , 204-477‐4773 . This South Osborne mainstay serves traditional recipes in a contemporary space . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Pasquale ’ s 109 Marion St , 204‐231‐1403 . This longstanding 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 serving Italian-Mediterranean cuisine . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Vera Pizzeria 670 Osborne St , 204‐222‐6306 . 20-seat South Osborne space with a simple menu of Neapolitan-style pizza . Features clean preparation of high-quality ingredients . LP , IA , M , V
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Bellissimo 1‐877 Waverley St , 204-489‐0495 . Neighbourhood spot offers sublime fare , like the spinach agnolotti stuffed with mascarpone . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
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