Kawaii Crepe 201-99 Osborne St , 204-415‐2833 ; 1220 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐691‐3700 ; 4-1385 McPhillips St , 204-694-0986 . Japanese crêpe joint serves freshly prepared sweet and savoury crêpes in a modern atmosphere . IA , M , V King + Bannatyne 4-100 King St , 204‐691‐9757 . This sandwich spot ’ s specialties include spiced porchetta and juicy , tender brisket . Changing weekly specials feature creative ingredient combinations . WA , SP , A , IA , M , V La Pampa [ Argentinean ] 10-1604 St Mary ’ s Road , 204‐615‐8969 ; 1549 Grant Ave , 204-306-8161 . Authentic gourmet empanadas and condiments in traditional and creative flavours are prepared on site for take out . WA , IA , M , V Red Ember Common 1 Forks Market Rd , 204-504-8998 . Fast-casual pizzeria using local and ethically raised ingredients to create a variety of modern sides and neo-Neapolitan pies . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Shawarma Khan 392 Graham Ave ; 225 McDermot Ave , 204‐504‐0453 ; 2589 Pembina Hwy , 204‐615-6006 . Bright , modern space serves halal beef / lamb , chicken and falafel all rolled into a generously stuffed pita . WA , A , IA , M , V Shorty ’ s Pizza 53 Maryland St , 204-779-7968 . Giant New York-style pies pair with nodini garlic knots at the iconic intersection in Wolseley . Save room for the banana pudding . LP , A , IA , M , V Wall Street Slice 753 Wall St , 204-221-7272 . West End spot serves New York-style pizza whole or by the slice in an industrialchic atmosphere . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Za Pizza Bistro Seven locations , Zapizzabistro . com . Customized pizzas are made to order with scratch-made sauces along an assembly line-style counter . Gluten free crust available . WA , IA , M , V
FRENCH
InFerno ’ s Bistro 312 Des Meurons St , 204-262‐7400 . Fern Kirouac ’ s French-Canadianmeets-Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city ’ s best . Six different preparations of mussels impress . WA , LP , SP A , IA , M , V La Creperie Ker Breizh 110-267 Sherbrook St , 204-295-2631 . Charming French creperie makes an astounding variety of crepes that reflect the flavours of Brittany . A selection of fancy specialites are noteworthy . WA , A , IA , M , V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐989‐7700 . Almost all items from cured meats to mayonnaise are made from scratch . Chef Melissa Makarenko ’ s menu offers elegantly updated classics and rustic dishes . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
Preservation Hall 655 Empress St , 204-783-2386 . Renowned chef Tristan Foucault plates up French fare at this inviting space . Pair meals with one of several creative craft cocktails . WA , LP , IA , M , V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St , 204‐837‐3624 . Chic space serves superb French bistro fare . Beef bourgignon , Smoked Manitoba goldeye fillets and seafood crêpes are menu highlights . Save room for sugar pie . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Sous Sol 22-222 Osborne St , Soussolosborne . com . This dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt . Exciting cocktail concoctions pair with an everchanging selection of French classics executed with flair . LP , A , IA , M , V
GEORGIAN
Saperavi 709 Corydon Ave , 204‐416‐3996 . The first Georgian restaurant on the prairies is surging in popularity for good reason . Specialties include khachapuri and khinkali , a dumpling filled with a spiced blend of minced beef and pork . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
GREEK
Homer ’ s 520 Ellice Ave , 204-788‐4858 . Grecian pillars transport to ancient Athens at this popular spot . With a menu of Greek specialties , this is the place for lamb lovers . WA , LP , SP A , IA , M , V Nikos 740 Corydon Ave , 204‐478‐1144 . Greek and American classics converge at this casual eatery . Large menu boasts souvlaki platters , gyros , burgers and salads . Lightly salted pita bread satisfies . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
INDIAN
Charisma of India 83 Sherbrook St , 204‐222‐7878 . Dine in or take out savoury dishes steeped in flavour . Try creamy vegetable korma and spicy tandoori chicken .
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Cilantro ’ s 725 Gateway Rd , 204-669-9157 ; 1132 Portage Ave , 204-306-6354 ; 400 North Town Rd , 204-306-3306 . Find signatures like richly spiced ginger coconut curry and dum-style biryani with tender lamb here . WA , LP , IA , M , V Clay Oven Three locations , Clayoven . ca . Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine are served in a stylish and modern space . Those in the know go for the memorable and deliciously massive thali platters . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V East India Company 349 York Ave , 204-947‐3097 . Centuries-old artifacts grace the room of the Mehra family ’ s flagship restaurant . The food is flawless , with biryani beautifully presented and perfectly spiced . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Shahi Flames 208 Marion St , 204-306-8000 . Menu is rich in variety and curries are can ’ t-miss at this authentic Indian cuisine St . Boniface spot .
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INDIGENOUS
Feast Café Bistro 587 Ellice Ave , 204-691-5979 . This cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba ’ s Indigenous groups with a menu rich in bannock , bison and berries . Try the squash pizza topped with white sauce and pine nuts . WA , LP , A , M , V
Manoomin 460 Madison St , wyndhamhotels . com . Welcoming , casual space paying tribute to Manitoba ’ s Indigenous culture . Ingredients like bison , berries and pickerel shine . A ,
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Promenade Brasserie 130 Provencher Blvd , 204-237-6414 The prime riverside location sets the scene for cuisine inspired by French-Metis cooks . Locally grown products appear liberally on the menu . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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 Maxime ’ s 1131 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-257‐1521 . This favourite spot sets the standard for fine dining . The wide-ranging menu makes for a multi-generational palate pleaser . Hearty comfort dishes and inventive salads are equally rewarding . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Silver Heights Restaurant 2169 Portage Ave , 204-889-7246 . A popular hub for certified Angus steaks and bbq ribs smothered in a house-made sauce . WA , LP , SP , 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 . Reservations required . During race season WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
INTERNATIONAL /
CONTEMPORARY
The Allen Restaurant 281 Donald St , 204‐594‐9494 . The historic Metropolitan Theatre has been reborn as a destination dining establishment . Every dish reflects the elegance of the space . WA , LP , SP , A ,
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Blaze Restaurant & Lounge Delta Winnipeg , 350 St . Mary Ave , 204‐944‐7259 . Sophisticated cuisine prepared by a new chef , is served in a contemporary setting WA , LP , A , IA , M ,
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