Rudy’ s Eat & Drink 375 Graham Ave, MB Hydro Place, main floor, 204-421-9094. A mod steakhouse offerings, like steak frites. Lively atmosphere with a retro glam aesthetic. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Saddlery on Market 114 Market Ave, 204‐615‐1898. Twists on comfort food are presented in a chic Exchange District space, once the site of the Great West Saddlery Company. Wide ranging menu from steaks to salads and pizza.
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Shirley’ s 135 Osborne St, 204-284-0931, Ultra fresh-made pastas and shareables are served to trendy food enthusiasts in an intimate stylish space. Gourmet pantry staples for take-out. LP, IA, M, V Tabula Rasa 725 Osborne St, tabularasaosborne. com. Tapas spot evokes fresh ideas with old-world style. Paintings of matadors prepare palates for Mediterranean dishes. Go for the seafood selections. LP, A, IA, M, V Wood Tavern 112 Marion St, 204-235-6003. Cozy and cool restaurant inside the Norwood Hotel features a huge wood-fired grill that scents the sprawling space with a campfire like aroma. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V bestlist
ITALIAN / CLASSIC
Alena Rustic Italian 3670 Roblin Blvd., 204‐944‐8748. Chef Michael Dacquisto brings homestyle Italian cooking to Charleswood with rustic flair. Hearty mains and pizzas lure regulars. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V
Borgo Antico 173 McDermot Ave, 204-942-3663. Modern artistic decor, smart staff and exquisite preparations of the classics made by chef Giac Appice win us over. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Colosseo Ristorante 670 Corydon Ave, 204‐284‐4977. House-made classic Italian fare makes this the longstanding city favourite for Italian cravings. Heaping plates sate big appetites.
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Frankie’ s Italian Kitchen 505 Sterling Lyon Pkwy, 204-410- 4980. Hailing from the west, this stylish outpost serves the kind of food that brings big Italian families together. Sicilian breaded arancini is divine. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Mona Lisa 1697 Corydon Ave, 204-488‐3687. The cuisine of the Grande family’ s southern Italy home has been offered for more than 30 years. Housemade bread and pasta.
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Pasquale’ s 109 Marion St, 204‐231‐1403. Classic pastas, red sauces and old-fashioned recipes keep diners raving, at this Nonna approved family destination.
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Santa Lucia 4 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-237-4134, plus 7 local locations, Generous portions and affordable dishes secure the popularity of this family destination. Greek and Italian classics are draws- from legendary pizzas, to mains. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Tre Visi Café 926 Grosvenor Ave, 204‐475‐4447. Chef / owner Heather carries the legacy of this sophisticated bistro. The gnocchi is divine. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
ITALIAN / CONTEMP
Bellissimo 1‐877 Waverley St, 204-489‐0495. This sophisticated 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. Cozy, chic and consistent bistro serves dishes spiked with equatorial tastes and textures. Wildly popular destination and walking distance from many of its fans. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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