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One of nine restaurants in Canada to receive Thai Select Premium Award recognizing authentic Thai cuisine .
587 St Anne ’ s Rd . 204-254-7765 siamthairestaurant . ca
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Locally owned Asian fusion restaurant offering dishes both mouthwatering and eyecatching
305 Madison St . 204.306.1130
ITALIAN /
CONTEMPORARY
Bellissimo 1‐877 Waverley St , 204-489‐0495 . This sophisticated neighbourhood spot offers sublime fare , like the spinach agnolotti stuffed with mascarpone and spiced squash . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Café Carlo 243 Lilac St , 204-477‐5544 . This cozy , chic and consistent bistro serves dishes spiked with equatorial tastes Renowned for its fett chile but those in the know come for stellar beef tenderloin . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Cibo Waterfront Café 339 Waterfront Dr , 204‐594‐0339 . Renovated heritage space boasts one of the best views in the city . Standouts include arancini balls in a fragrant tomato sauce and 10 different bruschettas . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Harth 1-980 St Anne ’ s Rd , 204-255-0003 . South suburban locale draws with its stunning tapas-style menu designed by chef Brent Genyk . Italian delicacies like house-made pasta are stand-outs . WA , LP , IA , M , V Nicolino ’ s 4‐2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269‐5004 . Affable owner Nick Zifarelli oversees a menu of hits . Effortless hospitality and housemade pasta keep diners loyal . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Parcel Pizza 221-A Stradbrook Ave , 204-421-6711 . Stylish art-deco inspired restaurant serves gourmet pizza on New York-style crust . Zany flavours add a twist to a classic slice . A , IA , M , V Passero 774 Corydon Ave , 204-219-7300 . Opens at night with carefully thoughtful offerings such as the roasted pork belly and ricotta gnocchi . WA , LP , IA , M , V Santa Ana 1631 St Mary ’ s Rd , Unit F , 204‐415‐1440 . Wood-fired and stone-baked pizzas and pastas are the star of this show . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Tommy ’ s Pizzeria 842 Corydon Ave , 204-219-7499 . Sleek interior gives an old-school , New York diner vibe with retro photographs and accents of red and blue . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Vida Cucina Italia 222 Broadway , 204-899-5721 . Chef Rosanna Marziale brings pedigree and Michelin starred dishes from Campania to this crowning jewel of the Fort Garry Hotel . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
JAPANESE
Asoyama 1717 Kenaston Blvd , 204‐487‐4222 . This popular and contemporary local sushi spot in the south suburbs bursts with options , including signature house rolls , Japanese noodles and grilled seafood .
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Blüfish 179 Bannatyne Ave , 204-779‐9888 . This chic sushi spot in the center of the city draws regulars and visitors alike . Setting balances sophistication with a dose of fun . LP , A , IA , M , V Cho Ichi Ramen 1151 Pembina Hwy , 204-615-8832 . Building the most flavourful bowl of ramen is this restaurant ’ s mission . The noodles are house-made .
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GaiJin Izakaya 2-1575 Regent Ave W , 204-615-6868 . Japanese small plates , all-day ramen and premium drinks served in a cool open concept space . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Ichiban 189 Carlton St , 204-925‐7400 . Teppanyaki-style fresh entrées are cooked with panache by talented chefs . A sushi bar featuring more than 20 rolls is also available .
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Saburo Kitchen 242 Hargrave St , 204-219-5295 . An ever-changing menu of Asian dishes are kicked up with bold flavour in swanky Hargrave Street Market . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Wasabi 588 Broadway , 204-774-4328 ; 3-1360 Taylor Ave , 204‐415‐7878 . New‐school sushi is taken to creative heights . Stunning rolls use premium ingredients , leaving a lasting impression . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Yujiro 1822 Grant Ave , 204-489‐9254 . Chef Edward Lam brings his stylish approach to traditional dishes and rolls . Try the delicate kaisou salad , mixed seaweed bathed in yuzu dressing . WA , LP , IA , M , V
KOREAN
IGI BBQ & Sushi Bistro 10-1875 Pembina Hwy , 204‐477‐9909 . It ’ s all about table-top , do-it-yourself barbeque at this all-you-can-eat Japanese- and Korean-focused restaurant . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Little Korea 519 Ellice Ave , 204-783-5188 . Sweet space with a contemporary vibe serves classics from South Korea . Knowledgeable servers assist new adventurers . Beef bulgogi is outstanding . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Queen ’ s Korean Chicken & BBQ 1045 St . James St , 431-556-0852 Chef Amber Lee uses a two-day process to prepare Korean barbeques . Enjoy meals with a bottle of soju and snow . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
MEXICAN
Carlos & Murphy ’ s 129 Osborne St , 204-284‐3510 . Enduring the test of time , Mexican cantina food such as taco salads , hot wings , chimichangas and heaping Carlos nachos keep this rustic spot popular . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V 36 ciao ! / feb / mar / two thousand twenty-five