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Glam Seats . Delicious Eats .
Delicious Vegetarian [ Chinese ] 1467 Pembina Hwy , 204-477‐1530 . This little spot offers an abundance of inventive Chinese vegetarian and vegan dishes bound to satisfy deep cravings . LP , V Fortify 123 Marion St , 204-231-5333 . Health-focused eatery serves nutrient-dense plant-based eats and a large selection of energizing smoothies . On-site boutique carries health and beauty . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Green Carrot Juice Co . 132 Osbone St , 204‐691‐0771 ; 11-2090 Corydon Ave , 204‐414‐3401 ; Airport , 2000 Wellington Ave , 204-691-0771 . A health-conscious menu of coldpressed juices , smoothies and light fare . WA , A , IA , M , V Organic Planet 877 Westminster Ave , 204-772-8771 . This grassroots worker co-op houses a juice bar and vegan deli that pumps out creative and healthful fare . Try the dino salad with black kale and tahini dressing . IA , M , V , WA
Thyme Café and Books 268 Tache Ave , 204-233-0441 . This cozy reading nook offers plant-based soups , salads , and sandwiches with a focus on seasonal and regional ingredients . The southern fried tofu sandwich is a standout . IA . A M , V Verde Juice Bar 887 Westminster Ave , 204-615-8733 . Mod spot serves energy boosting juices and smoothies alongside superfood salads and snacks . Try the acai bowl , loaded with berries and shredded coconut . WA , AI , M , V
VIETNAMESE
Dalat 2‐1170 Taylor Ave , 204-895‐3222 . Highlights among almost 200 menu choices are hot and sour soup , ginger-fried beef and shrimp with lemongrass . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Pho Binh Minh 101-819 Sargent Ave , 204-505-1506 Authentic fare served up in a smart spacious setting . Traditional favourites like noodle bowls and soups are staples and don ’ t miss the signature crepe . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Pho Hoang 4 locations . The pho at these chic and comfortable spots ranks among the city ’ s best . Rich broth gains its deep flavour from a 24-hour simmering process WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Thanh Huong 534 Sargent Ave , 204-774‐8888 . French‐accented North Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine is on offer at this West End spot . The satay beef soup is a triumph . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Viva 505 Sargent Ave , 204-772‐3167 . Family-owned and operated West End hot spot . Traditional favourites like deluxe vermicelli and bánh mì are highlights . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
WORLD FOOD
Reflecting Winnipeg ’ s ethnocultural diversity , this category represents our top choices from the many small , primarily family‐run restaurants in town . The decor at most of these is simple and / or the location is out of the way . However , each restaurant represents food from the owner ’ s culture , with sometimes astonishingly low prices that reflect the simplicity of the service and surroundings , not the quality of the food .
Asian Hot Pot [ Chinese / Asian ] 740 Corydon Ave , 204‐615‐8878 . Cheery strip mall spot serves do-it-yourself-deliciousness in the form of soups that simmer at the table . 20 broth options and more than 70 ingredients to add . WA , LP , A , M , V
Banza Noodle & Tea House [ Asian Fusion ] 102 Sherbrook St , 204-306-4188 . Pull up to the bar for a bowl of pho , ramen or bibimbap . Housemade broth wins fans . IA , M , V Bao House [ Asian Fusion ] 637 Corydon Ave , 204-504-8383 . Poutines , tacos and hot dogs are infused with Asian favourites like Peking duck and culinary-namesake steamed baos . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Baraka Pita Bakery [ Lebanese ] 1783 Main St , 204‐334‐2004 . Famous for house-fired pita bread , this North End gem offers falafel pitas , pita pizzas and specialty dips like hummus . WA , IA , V , M Barbeque Hut [ Pakistani ] 435 Notre Dame Ave , 204-221-4144 . Sizzling plates of grilled meat satisfy at this quirky spot . Try the malai tikka , grilled chicken marinated in a spicy cream sauce . WA , IA , M , V Beaurivage Bistro [ Lebanese ] 788 Corydon Ave , 204-691-6999 . Charming Lebanese eatery with a prix fixe dinner menu . Try kibbeh , a delicious spiced beef croquette .
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BMC Market [ Mexican ] 1113 Henderson Hwy , 722 Osborne Street , 204-306-4188 . Bargain spot for some of the city ’ s best tacos and quesadillas . A tiny but impressive shelf of Mexican specialties . IA , M , V Boun ’ s [ Southeast Asian / Laotian ] 4‐208 Marion St , 204-231-3005 . The best in Southeast Asian curries . Try shrimp , pork and beef short ribs in signature barbeque sauce .
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Deen ’ s [ Caribbean ] 205 Marion St , 204-233‐2208 . Short-order Trinidadian dishes such as roti served in a variety of ways at this hole-in-the wall hotspot . The shrimp is the pick . LP , SP , A , IA , V Eat On Samosa Café [ Nepalese ] 460 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-338‐2800 . Offers traditional samosas with regional flair like bison and Bothwell cheese . WA , A , IA , M , V

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