Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐989‐7700. Almost all items from cured meats to mayonnaise are made from scratch. Chef’ s menu offers elegantly updated
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Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204‐837‐3624. Chic space serves French bistro fare. Simply the city’ s go-to for classics like Boeuf bourguignon, seafood crêpes and maple sugar pie. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Sous Sol 22-222 Osborne St, soussolosborne. com. This dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt. An ever-changing selection of French classics is executed with flair by a pedigreed chef. Playful cocktails draw gen Z and millenials at night. LP, A, IA, M, V
GEORGIAN
Saperavi 709 Corydon Ave, 204‐416‐3996. The first Georgian restaurant on the prairies. Specialties include 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. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
INDIAN
Charisma of India 83 Sherbrook St, 204‐222‐7878. Savoury dishes steeped in flavour. Creamy vegetable korma and spicy tandoori chicken are menu highlights. WA, LP, IA, M, V Cilantro’ s 725 Gateway Rd, 204-669-9157; 1132 Portage Ave, 204-306-6354; 400 North Town Rd, 204-306-3306. Richly spiced ginger coconut curry and dum-style biryani with tender lamb are signatures. 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. Line up for the buffet- it is the city’ s gold standard.
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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 with a menu rich in bannock, bison and berries.
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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 and locally grown products WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL /
CLASSIC
Bailey’ s 185 Lombard Ave, 204-944‐1180.. Enter a world that celebrates fine dining and elegance. Enjoy specialties ranging from a stellar reuben, rack of lamb and prime rib of beef. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM Cork and Flame 3106 Portage Ave, 204-221-2777. Polished St. James resto with a diverse menu pastas, Greek specialties and prime rib dinner on weekends. WA, LP, SP, 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
Blaze Restaurant & Lounge Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Ave, 204‐944‐7259. Sophisticated cuisine hits the mark for foodies or those looking to relax in a comfortably appointed hotel lobby.
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Bonnie Day 898 Westminster Ave, 204-786-8411. A dynamic menu of all stars and comfort foods, and sourdough pizza earn this cozy neighbourhood spot status as one of the best in class. A large list of creative craft cocktails impress. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Bull and Filly 1763 Henderson Hwy, 204-560-2946. Spacious sunny space washed in indigo and white scores high on sophistication while relaxed charming service keeps it comfortable. French inspired dishes are well executed WA, LP, IA, A, M, V
Capital Grill and Bar 275 Broadway, 204-416-1144. Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses in the sleek, modern dining room over a mix of homey and high cuisine. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Damecca Lounge 305 Madison St, 204-306-1130. Polo Park area lounge reveals skills in the kitchen and multi-culti focus with globe-trotting dishes like chicken karaage sliders and mushroom pappardelle. LP, A, IA, M, V deer + almond 85 Princess St, 204‐504‐8562. This hip restaurant helmed by chef Mandel Hitzer boasts an inspired, globally influenced menu of creative, shareable plates in a casual, artsy space. WA, LP, IA, M, V James Avenue Pumphouse 2-109 James Ave, 204-560-5210. Chef Mark Merano serves multi-culti crowd favourites in this former 1906 fire station like tacos with Mexican birria dip and a super-sized perogy.
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Junction 59 Roadhouse 1615 Regent Ave W, 204-654-3345. Southern-style eats in a rustic, prairie atmosphere, complete with wooden barrels and grain elevator murals.
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Next Door 116 Sherbrook St, 431-887-2337. Open concept taproom serves smart dishes for foodsters with lots of veg and roating beers from Good Neighbour. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Nola 101-300 Tache Ave, 204-505-0760. Chef Emily Butcher’ s fusion for the modern era uses global flavours and local ingredients. Smoked goldeye salad and Japanese karaage fried chicken should not be missed.
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Oval Room Brasserie 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, IA, M, V, ATM The Oxbow 557 Osborne St, 204-691-5373. This farm-to-table restaurant with an ever-changing menu focuses on seasonal ingredients like pickerel, beets, Arctic char and root vegetables. LP, A, IA, M, V Petit Socco 256 Stafford St, 204-306-7522. Chef Adam Donnelly provides an intimate dining experience for twelve guests per night. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Rae’ s Bistro 9-925 Headmaster Row, 204-229- 0237. North Kildonan neighbourhood spot serves eclectic bistro fare to wildly loyal fans. Don’ t miss the chalkboard list of creative daily features. WA, LP, IA, M, V
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