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Sam Po Dim Sum 277 Rupert Ave , 204-691-1213 . Bright , minimalist Chinatown space offers simple dim sum classics . Try the pork with sautéed onions and smoky hickory sauce for a comforting medley of flavour . WA , LP , IA , M , V Sun Fortune 15‐2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269‐6868 . Bustling atmosphere in a suburban shopping mall favoured by university crowd . Daily soup is packed with luscious ingredients . WA , LP , IA , M , V
COFFEE
Young entrepreneurs have sparked a local coffee culture of single origin beans , lovely latte art and community connections .
Café Postal 202 Provencher Blvd , 204-414-3654 . This charming boutique coffee shop features a highly selective , back-tobasics coffee menu to match its minimalist design . SP , M , Colosimo Coffee 145 Pacific Ave , 140 Provencher Blvd , 877 Henderson Hwy . Treats from La Belle Baguette and Bagelsmith can be enjoyed with a latte . IA , M , V Empty Cup Collective 535 Panet Rd # 2 , 115 Sage Creel Blvd , 544 Academy Rd , Pineridge Hollow , 365 Main St , emptycup . co . Beans are roasted behind a sleek bar serving faves like frothy nitro cold brew .
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Fools & Horses 1 Forks Market Rd , 242 Hargrave St , inside Lacoste Garden Centre 2787 St Mary ’ s Rd . Have a shot swirled into a signature latte with a housemade syrup . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Harrison ’ s 5 locations including roasting atelier at the Forks , 204-290-2402 , This local coffee chainlet roasts and serves the highest grade beans for sale and to enjoy brewed in cups of steaming specialty beverages . WA IA , M , V Little Sister Coffee Maker 470 River Ave , 539 Osborne St . An underground nook has upped the caffeine ante and has gained a cult following for flavours such as cascara spice or rootbeer . SP , M , V Make Coffee + Stuff 751 Corydon Ave , 204‐414‐0101 . Blank , gallery-style walls house rotating exhibits . Visitors can engage with art over an espresso in a cool , minimalist environment . WA , SP , M , V
MAS Coffee 70 Arthur St , mascoffee . ca . Heritage spot in Exchange district offers espressos , flat whites , cappuccinos , lattes and more . Take-away service draws nearby officeworkers . IA , M , V Mountain Bean 2001 Henderson Hwy , 204-334-6959 . Log cabin inspired coffee shop with a large stone fireplace surrounded by comfy seating transports guests at this north end hub . WA IA , M , V bestlist
O Station Café 257 Osborne St , 204-221-2709 . Cozy coffee hangout with a charming country-meets-city feel . Owner Felicia Lundgren bakes cookies , bars and cupcakes almost as sweet as she is . WA , LP , IA , M , V Park Line Coffee 685 Osborne St , 204-421-8383 . Cozy South Osborne space is amped up with mod decor . Pair a frothy cappuccino with treats from local bakeries . WA , SP , M , V Parlour Coffee 468 Main St . Chic cafe proudly serves ethically sourced and seasonally fresh specialty coffee from micro coffee roasters . WA , SP , M , V Scout : Coffee + Tea 1199 Rothesay St . Catering to young families , it ’ s a great meet-and-greet location for parents to relax while children play in an interactive kid zone . WA , M Seven Cafe 745 Wall St . Small , stylish Wall Street storefront brews Montreal ’ s Structure Roasters beans and serves baking from For Us Bakery . WA , LP , SP ,
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Thom Bargen Coffee & Tea 64 Sherbrook St , 250 Kennedy St , 743 Corydon Ave . Simple , well-executed espresso drinks are the go-to in these sunlit boutiques . A few well chosen coffee accessories . WA , SP , M , V Yellow Derny Café , 433 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-253-5896 , Cyclist inspired coffee bar takes java a seriouslyl as riding . WA , SP , M , V
COMEDY CLUB
Rumor ’ s Restaurant & Comedy Club 190‐2025 Corydon Ave , 204-488‐4520 . Nosh on casual fare while stand-up comedians from around the continent cajole belly laughs .
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DANISH
Bistro Dansk 63 Sherbrook St , 204-775‐5662 . Not much has changed at this nationallyrecognized yet intimate restaurant . European comfort food . Specialties include frikadeller , hakkebof and daily soup . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
DELI / DINER
Bernstein ’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave , 204‐488‐4552 . Creative eat-in menu features deli staples like bagels layered in decadent cream cheese and lox . Don ’ t miss the latkes , shakshuka and other savoury Jewish classics .
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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 vegan breakfasts . The yam fries and borscht are a must-try WA , IA
Miss Browns 242 Hargrave St . Chic eatery with an open-concept kitchen . Hot-pressed sandwiches are its raison d ’ être , with all meat sourced locally and oak-smoked in-house . All-day brunch and lunch . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V The Nook Diner 43 Sherbrook St , 204‐774‐0818 . Daytime hangout pushes out short-order faves like 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 shavedmeat sandwiches alongside new favourites like quinoa yam hash and matzo fried chicken . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Red Top Drive Inn 219 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-7943 . Winnipeg drive-in style diner has impressed locals since 1960 . Pressure fried chicken is a signature worth waiting for , along with go-to faves like burgers and fries . WA , LP , IA , M , V Salisbury House 7 Winnipeg locations , see Salisburyhouse . ca . Cheap and cheerful local favourite since 1931 known for its legendary nips ( burgers ) and around the clock service . WA , IA , M , V Sam ’ s Restaurant 1883 Ness Ave ., 204-421-0099 . German-Austrian comfort food , and a few American classics , served in a family-friendly diner setting . Try the schnitzel and spaetzle A , IA , M , V White Star Diner 258 Kennedy St , 204-947-6930 . Titanic-inspired diner boasts more than 40 milkshake flavours alongside classic diner food like grilled cheese with pulled pork , but loyalists are hard pressed to get past the burgers .
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FAMILY
Old Spaghetti Factory Johnston Terminal at The Forks , 204‐957‐1391 . Spaghetti dishes , simple salads and a kids ’ menu make this a family-friendly spot . WA , LP , SP , A ,
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The Original Pancake House 1445 Portage Ave , 204-775‐9035 ; The Forks Market , 204-947‐5077 ; 2220 McGillivray Blvd , 204- 489-2885 . A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake . WA , LP ,
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Park Café 330 Assiniboine Park Dr , 204-927- 6080 . Situated in the Qualico Family Centre , the breakfast and lunch menu of this family-friendly eatery serves comforting , casual dishes in a sunny space . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Pony Corral 400 Wilton St , 204‐475‐4464 ; 1050 Nairn Ave , 204‐668‐4414 ; 1700 Pembina Hwy , 204‐275‐3687 . A Greek-centric menu with steakhouse favourites . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
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