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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