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Decadence by name, Decadent by nature
PEGuru. ca
Decadence by name, Decadent by nature
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Winnipeg’ s best places in one spot

PEGuru

PEGuru. ca
Capital Grill and Bar 275 Broadway, 204-416-1144. Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses in the sleek, modern dining room over a mix of homey and high cuisine. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Damecca Lounge 305 Madison St, 204-306-1130. Polo Park area lounge reveals skills in the kitchen and multi-culti focus with globe-trotting dishes like chicken karaage sliders and mushroom pappardelle. LP, A, IA, M, V deer + almond 85 Princess St, 204‐504‐8562. This hip restaurant helmed by chef Mandel Hitzer boasts an inspired, globally influenced menu of creative, shareable plates in a casual, artsy space. WA, LP, IA, M, V James Avenue Pumphouse 2-109 James Ave, 204-560-5210. Chef Mark Merano serves multi-culti crowd favourites in this former 1906 fire station like tacos with Mexican birria dip and a super-sized perogy.
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Jane’ s 504 Main St, 204‐632‐2594. Red River College’ s institute offers a unique 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, complete with wooden barrels and grain elevator murals. Chef Ryan Glays’ signature molcajete bowl is a hit. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Meal Set Bistro 612 B Academy Rd, 204‐414‐8088. Healthy sushi and tapas served with flair at this Asian-fusion bistro with a genre-bending menu. Try chef Ken Nguyen’ s seafood risotto and mini“ mamba” sliders. LP, A, IA, M, V Moxie’ s Bar and Grill 1620 Kenaston Blvd, 204‐489‐1199; Polo Park Shopping Centre, 204‐783‐1840. Consistency and quality eats are hallmarks of this chain. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM Next Door 116 Sherbrook St, 431-887-2337. Open concept taproom serves smart dishes for foodsters, with lots of vibrant veg and rotating beers from Good Neighbour.. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Nola 101-300 Tache Ave, 204-505-0760. Fusion for the modern era uses global flavours and local ingredients. Smoked goldeye salad and Japanese karaage fried chicken should not be missed. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Oak & Grain 1800 Wellington Ave, 204-786‐0926. At the Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport, comfort food classics are offered with regional spin and smart presentation. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V bestlist
Oval Room Brasserie Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, 1-800-665-8088. This swish lounge boasts an opulent ceiling and live jazz performances, while the kitchen presents stellar scratch-made sensations. 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 like pickerel, beets, Arctic char and root vegetables. LP, A, IA, M, V Petit Socco 256 Stafford St, 204-306-7522. Chef Adam Donnelly provides an intimate dining experience for twelve guests per night. Expect an ever-changing menu feauring seasonal ingredients and exciting flavours. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Rae’ s Bistro 9-925 Headmaster Row, 204-229- 0237. North Kildonan neighbourhood spot serves eclectic bistro fare. Don’ t miss the chalkboard list of creative daily features. WA, LP, IA, M, V Rudy’ s Eat & Drink 375 Graham Ave, MB Hydro Place, main floor, 204-421-9094. A mod steakhouse offerings, like steak frites. Lively atmosphere with a retro glam aesthetic. 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 Exchange District space, once the site of the Great West Saddlery Company. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Tabula Rasa 725 Osborne St, tabularasaosborne. com. Tapas spot evokes fresh ideas with old-world style. Paintings of matadors prepare palates for Mediterranean dishes. 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 with a campfire like aroma. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
ITALIAN / CLASSIC
Alena Rustic Italian 3670 Roblin Blvd., 204‐944‐8748. Chef Michael Dacquisto brings homestyle Italian cooking to Charleswood with rustic flair. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V
Borgo Antico 173 McDermot Ave, 204-942-3663. Modern artistic decor, smart staff and exquisite preparations of the classics made by chef Giac Appice win us over. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Colosseo Ristorante 670 Corydon Ave, 204‐284‐4977. House-made classic Italian fare makes this the longstanding city favourite for Italian cravings. Mediterranean ambience lifts winter blues. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V
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