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bestlist Nick’s on Broadway 287 Broadway, 204‑891‑3636. Nick Graumann’s impressive lunch offerings include salads, soups and sandwiches, like the killer hot pastrami. WA, IA, M, V Red Ember Common 1 Forks Market Rd, 204‑504‑8998. Fast‑ casual pizzeria using local and ethically raised ingredients creates modern sides and neo‑Neapolitan style pies. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Shawarma Khan 225 McDermot Ave, 204‑504‑0453; 2589 Pembina Hwy, 204‑615‑6006; 392 Graham Ave. Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food in this modern space. WA, A, IA, M, V Za Pizza Bistro Six locations, zapizzabistro.com. Customized pizzas are made to order. Options include regular, whole wheat and gluten‑free crust, scratch‑made sauces, cheese and veggies. WA, IA, M, V french Beaujena’s French Table 302 Hamel Ave, 204‑233‑4841. Chef/ owner Randy Reynolds’ table d’hôte menu serves seven‑course surprise dinners at $64. Open Friday and Saturday at 5 pm. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V The Black Bird Brasserie 101‑300 Tache Ave, 204‑505‑0760. This window‑lined eatery serves hearty French dishes like pickerel à la meunière, chicken confit and beef bourguignon. WA, LP, IA, A, M, V InFerno’s Bistro 312 Des Meurons St, 204‑262‑7400. Chef/owner Fern Kirouac’s French‑ Canadian‑meets‑Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city’s best. Moules et frites are a specialty. WA, LP, SP A, IA, M, V Langside Grocery 164 Langside St. Contemporary lounge with classic appeal in a corner brick building in West Broadway. French‑ inspired small plates pair nicely with creative cocktails. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Little Goat 2615 Portage Ave, 204‑254‑4628. Chef Alex Svenne brings his brand of French comfort food to west Winnipeg in this charming and cottagey space. French fried chicken is causing a stir. LP, IA, M, V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave, 204‑989‑7700. Almost all items, from cured meats to mayonnaise, are made from scratch. Menu offers elegantly updated classics. Go on Wednesday for buck‑a‑shuck oyster night. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Promenade Café and Wine 130‑C Provencher Blvd, 204‑233‑7030. This neighbourhood bistro has the best view of the city’s skyline, making it a great place to savour classic French fare from morning to night. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204‑237‑7072. This industrial‑chic space serves French bistro fare. Smoked Manitoba goldeye fillets are menu highlights. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Sous Sol 22‑222 Osborne St, soussolosborne. com. Hidden in a basement location at Confusion Corner, this dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt. An ever changing selection of old school French classics is executed with flair. LP, A, IA, M, V EMPANADAS Argentina’s favourite snack will now be YOURS! Choose from 23 empanada fl avours, a variety of alfajores, cookies and more! 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 you to ancient Athens at this popular spot. This is the place for lamb lovers, with a menu of Greek and Mediterranean specialties. WA, LP, SP A, IA, M, V Helios 241 St Mary’s Rd, 204‑233‑3655. Sun soaked room offers traditional and modern Greek favourites. The menu shines at lunch with dishes like beef and lamb gyros and Helios’ staple lasagne. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Niko’s 740 Corydon Ave, 204‑478‑1144. Greek and American classics converge at this casual eatery. Large menu boasts souvlaki platters, gyros, burgers and salads. Lightly salted pita bread satisfies. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Tuxedo Village Restaurant 2090 Corydon Ave, 204‑897‑6565. Family‑run restaurant famous for its spiced chicken souvlaki and massive Greek salads that are never stingy on feta and olives. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Unit 10, 1604 St Mary’s Rd. 204-615-8969 www.lapampaempanadas.ca ARAB WORLD FLAVOURS Discover the world’s most fl avourful street food like manakeesh, shawarma, hummus, and more. ice creaM Line-ups are common at these locally loved ice cream shops. Bridge Drive-In, 766 Jubilee Ave, 204‑475‑6850, Kildonan Place, 1555 Regent Ave W; GG Gelati, 705 Corydon Ave, 204‑453‑5710; Licks Ice Cream Patio, 20 Britannica Rd, 204‑254‑7262; Neon Cone , 1 Forks Market Rd, 204‑415‑6321; Sargent Sundae, 2053 Portage Ave, 204‑832‑5021; Sub Zero Ice Cream, 298 Jamison Ave, 204‑668‑7341; Sweet Tops Ice Cream, 949 Henderson Hwy, 204‑668‑1062. Chaeban Ice Cream 390 Osborne Ave, 204‑475‑6226. Mod spot serves ice cream made with locally sourced ingredients. Arabic flavours offer exotic and intriguing concoctions. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V 1785 Portage Ave. 204-221-1636 yafacafe.com ciao! / jun/jul / two thousand nineteen 33