bestlist
INTERNATIONAL/
CLASSIC
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
Gaffer’s Restaurant
Hwy 44 at foot of Lockport Bridge,
204-757-2350. Continental classics from
the land and sea such as bacon-wrapped
scallops and veal Parmesan shine in a
picturesque setting. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
Maxime’s
1131 St. Mary’s Rd, 204-257-1521. This
South Winnipeg favourite sets the
standard for suburban-style fi ne dining.
Wide-ranging menu,makes for a multi-
generational palate pleaser. WA, LP, A,
IA, M, V
The Terrace Dining Room
3975 Portage Ave, 204-885-3330.
Overlooking the racetrack at Assiniboia
Downs, a multi-tiered room gives every
table a superb view. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL/
CONTEMPORARY
The Blue Marble
1979 Wellington Ave, 204-594-1967.
With greens grown on-site, fresh
delights are served up with artful
presentations. WA, LP, IA, A, 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 room over a
mix of homey and high cuisine. Short rib
rigatoni is perfect comfort food. WA, LP,
A, IA, M, V
Close Co.
256 Stafford St, 204-691-7788. This
lounge has a mere 12 seats, though the
small size belies big fl avour. Creative
sharing plates and ever changing chef’s
menu 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 menu of
exotic ingredients. Beef tartare and cured
hamachi are 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
The Mitchell Block
173 McDermot Ave, 204-949-9032.
Exchange District spot serves chef/
owner Sean McKay’s eclectic,
Mediterranean infl uenced menu in
an industrial chic setting. Crispy fried
Brussels sprouts are a menu highlight.
WA, LP, 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 at the newly renovated
bistro. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Oxbow
557 Osborne St, 204-691-5373. The
farm-to-table restaurant with an ever-
changing menu focuses on seasonal
ingredients like pickerel, beets, Arctic
char, and root vegetables. Natural wines
are the 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 performances, while the kitchen
presents stellar scratch-made
sensations. WA, LP, A, V, M, ATM
Rudy’s Eat & Drink
375 Graham Ave, main fl oor MB Hydro
Place, 204-421-9094. Diners enjoy mod
steakhouse offerings, like steak frites or
grilled dijon salmon served with tomato
jam and chickpea salad, in a high tech
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
East Exchange District heritage space.
Unexpected fl avour pairings and fresh
uses of regional ingredients wow. WA,
SP, LP, IA, M, V
ciao! / feb/mar / two thousand nineteen
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