Preservation Hall 655 Empress St , 204-783-2386 . Renowned chef Tristan Foucault plates up French fare at this inviting space . Pair meals with one of several creative craft cocktails . WA , LP , 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 . Savour classic French fare from morning to night . WA , LP , IA , M , V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St , 204‐837‐3624 . Industrial-chic space serves French bistro fare . Smoked Manitoba goldeye fillets and seafood crêpes with Chardonnay velouté are highlights . WA , LP , IA , M , V Sous Sol 22-222 Osborne St . Hidden in a basement location at Confusion Corner , this dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt . An ever-changing selection of French classics is executed with flair . LP , A , IA , M , V
GEORGIAN
Saperavi 709 Corydon Ave , 204‐416‐3996 . The first Georgian restaurant on the prairies is a welcoming second-floor space overlooking Corydon Ave . Try the khinkali dumplings filled with minced beef and pork . LP , A , IA , M , V
GREEK
Homer ’ s 520 Ellice Ave , 204-788‐4858 . Grecian pillars transport you to ancient Athens at this popular spot . With a menu of Greek and Mediterranean specialties , this is the place for lamb lovers . 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 , A , IA , M , V Tuxedo Village Restaurant 2090 Corydon Ave , 204‐897‐6565 . Family-run restaurant famous for its perfectly spiced chicken souvlaki and massive Greek salads .
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INDIAN
Cilantro ’ s 725 Gateway Rd , 204-669-9157 . East Kildonan gem serves favourites like richly spiced ginger coconut curry and dum-style biryani with tender lamb . Dahi puri is presented with tangy , spicy flair . WA , LP , IA , M , V Clay Oven Three locations . Classic Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine served in a stylish and modern space . Try the memorable thali platters . Samosas topped with chickpeas make for a kicky starter . 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 biryani is beautifully presented and spiced . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V India Palace 770 Ellice Ave , 204-774‐6061 . A large menu features vegetable , chicken , lamb and seafood dinners . Lunch and dinner buffet . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
INTERNATIONAL /
CLASSIC
Bailey ’ s 185 Lombard Ave , 204-944‐1180 . Heavy wooden doors open onto a world celebrating British fare , including the reuben , rack of lamb and prime rib . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Cork and Flame 3106 Portage Ave , 204-221-2777 . Polished St . James resto with a diverse menu that includes tender bone-in lamb , pastas and juicy prime rib dinner on weekends . WA , LP , IA , M , V Maxime ’ s 1131 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-257‐1521 . This South Winnipeg spot sets the standard for suburban-style fine dining . A wide-ranging menu of short‐order favourites make for a multi-generational palate pleaser in an elegant space . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Silver Heights Restaurant 2169 Portage Ave , 204-889-7246 . Long-established neighbourhood eatery popular for its certified Angus steaks and bbq ribs smothered in house-made sauce . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
INTERNATIONAL /
CONTEMPORARY
Capital Grill and Bar 3116 Roblin Blvd , 204‐615‐3116 ; 275 Broadway , 204-416-1144 . Regulars clink glasses in the sleek , modern dining rooms over a mix of homey and high cuisine . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Close Co . 256 Stafford St , 204‐691-7788 . Small size belies big flavour at this intimate spot . Creative sharing plates keep those in the know returning regularly . WA , LP , IA , M , V Enoteca A-1670 Corydon Ave , 204‐487‐1529 . Ultra-hip eatery boasts shared plates featuring exotic ingredients . Chef Scott Bagshaw ’ s beef tartare with quail egg is exquisite . WA , LP , IA , M , V Máquè 909 Dorchester Ave , 204‐284‐3385 . Impeccable adaptations of pan-Asian cuisine in a Crescentwood dining room . Try the smoked duck or shiitake baos . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Meal Set Bistro 612 B Academy Rd , 204‐414‐8088 . Sushi and tapas served with flair at this Asian-fusion bistro with a genre-bending menu . Try chef Ken Nguyen ’ s mini “ mamba ” sliders .
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