The definitive Ciao! restaurant list outlines our selection of the top dining establishments in the city. Virtually all of these recommendations are locally owned and operated. Keep this list available for easy reference, whether you are seeking a formal multi-course gourmet extravaganza or simply want the best soup in town. Although information is updated every issue, restaurant details are subject to change without notice. If you have visited a restaurant that should be considered for addition to this list, please e-mail your recommendation to: editorial @ bestmarketing. com. The symbols are as follows: WA— Wheelchair accessible LP— Licensed premises SP— Summer patio A— American Express IA— Interac M— MasterCard V— Visa ATM— Bank machine on-site
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barbeque
Lovey’ s BBQ and Smokehouse 1‐208 Marion St, 204‐233‐RIBS( 7427). Casual eatery boasting a barbeque pit and scratch‐made sauces. WA, LP, IA, M, V Muddy Waters Eatery The Forks Pavilion, 204‐947‐6653. Expect ol’ fashioned Southern hospitality at this Memphis‐style barbeque. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
bistro
Baked Expectations 161 Osborne St, 204‐452‐5176. The menu lists comfort food, but save room for the sweet stuff. WA, LP, SP, IA deer + almond 85 Princess St, 204‐504‐8562. This hip, Exchange District restaurant boasts a globally influenced menu of creative, shareable plates. WA, LP, IA, M, V Era Bistro 85 Israel Asper Way, 204‐289‐2190. Located in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, this open room serves local fare with an emphasis on sustainability. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Le Garage Café 166 Provencher Blvd, 204‐237‐0737. This eatery in the heart of the French Quarter offers casual tastes for lunch, dinner and late night. Live music scheduled. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Kevin’ s Bistro 141 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐221‐5028. This bright bistro’ s menu showcases divine comfort food and brings back the 1970’ s casserole while upping the Mac & Cheese ante. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V winnipeg’ s bestlist
Prairie Ink Grant Park Shopping Centre, 204‐975‐2659. Cozy retreat inside McNally Robinson Booksellers. Healthy fare for all tastes. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Prairie’ s Edge 2015 Main St, 204‐284‐7275. New eatery nestled in the greenery of Kildonan Park offers dishes packed with regional ingredients. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Saucers Cafe 570 Academy Rd, 204‐489‐9204. Generous sandwiches, salads, wraps, pizzas, specialty coffees and teas. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
burGers
Boon Burger 79 Sherbrook St, 204‐415‐1391. This all‐vegan burger café serves up a range of house‐made patties. Treat yourself to organic iced tea and crispy sesame fries. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Nuburger 472 Stradbrook Ave, 204‐888‐1001; 1‐1650 Kenaston Blvd, 204‐615‐2009; The Forks Market, Forks Market Rd. Healthy twists on the classic burger. Pick from locally sourced bison, beef, chicken, or veggie patties. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
cafÉ
Across the Board Game Café 211 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐691‐3422. Choose from more than 1000 board games to play, or simply enjoy delicious eats in this bustling space. LP, IA, M, V Clementine Café 123 Princess St, 204‐942‐9497. Underground nook has stellar offerings for breakfast and lunch, including fresh baking. LP, A, IA, M, V
Cocoabeans Bakeshop 774 Corydon Ave, 204‐691‐6046. Glutenfree café serves light meals that cater to all dietary restrictions, including glutenfree and vegan mac & cheese. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V Desserts Plus 664 King Edward St, 204‐339‐1957. A kosher‐dairy café offers a casual destination for snacks and hot meals such as the Asian salmon burger. WA, SP, IA, M, V Feast Café & Bistro 587 Ellice Ave, 204‐691‐5979. This cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba’ s Indigenous groups. WA, LP, IA, M, V Marion Street Eatery 393 Marion Street, 204‐233‐2843. Chef Melissa Hryb elevates homey comfort food with touches of elegance. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The Oakwood 660 Osborne St, 204‐475‐4250. Sleek decor and a commitment to local sourcing elevates this neighbourhood favourite. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Tallest Poppy 103 Sherbrook St, 204‐219‐8777. Located in the Sherbrook Inn, this comfort food with‐a‐twist diner serves soul food inspired eats with decidedly Northern ingredients. LP, SP, IA, M, V
Verde Juice Bar 887 Westminster Ave, 204‐615‐8733. Mod spot serves energy boosting juices and smoothies, alongside superfood salads and snacks. M, V
cafÉ / bakery
Stella’ s Café & Bakery 1895 Grant Ave, 204‐488‐7810; 166 Osborne St, 204‐453‐8562; 116 Sherbrook St, 204‐477‐5556; 1463 Pembina Hwy, 204‐275‐2001; 340 Provencher Blvd, 204‐477‐8393; 460 Portage Ave, 204‐772‐1556. James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, 2nd Floor, 204‐779‐1415. Famous items like the Mexican breakfast alongside a selection of eclectic entrées. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
cafÉ / Gelateria
Eva’ s Gelato 101‐1001 Corydon Ave, 204‐452‐3827; 9A‐20 Island Shore Blvd, 204‐254‐2837. Features a variety of Eva’ s house‐made Argentinean gelato and gourmet coffee bar. WA, SP, IA, M, V Nucci’ s Gelati 643 Corydon Ave, 204‐475‐8765. 75 flavours of mouth‐watering Italian ice cream served in a cup or cone. LP, SP. Cash only.
casino dininG
Jag’ s Restaurant 1425 Regent Ave W, 204‐982‐3793. Impressive dinner buffet inside Club Regent Casino. Must be 18 or older to enter casino and restaurant. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Mango’ s Restaurant 1 Ocean Dr, Off Hwy 59, Scanterbury, MB, 1‐877‐775‐8259. Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s‐style setting at South Beach Casino. Buffet, nightly dinner specials and full‐service menu offered. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Michele’ s Restaurant 484 McPhillips St, 204‐982‐3791. Elegant recreation of a 19th‐century railroad hotel. Dinner buffet Thu‐Sun. Must be 18 or older to enter casino and restaurant. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
chinese
Kum Koon Garden 257 King St, 204‐943‐4655. The city’ s largest restaurant packs in patrons for its dim sum lunches and Cantonese regional specialties. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V North Garden 6‐33 University Cres, 204‐275‐2591. Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine are the specialties. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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