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
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BISTRO
Bonfire Bistro 1433 Corydon Ave , 204‐487‐4440 . Famous for wood-fired pies , this spot delivers on creative toppings , like the jalapenos and fire-roasted pineapple on the Hawaiian pizza . WA , LP , IA , M , V Café 22 823 Corydon Ave , 204-989-5119 . Popular locale does double duty as family-friendly restaurant and trendy lounge . A glowing wood-fired pizza oven clinches the flavour and ambience . LP , IA , M , V
D + A Café at EQ3 Inside EQ3 Showroom , 1485 Portage Ave , 204-774-8710 . Brightly stylish eatery lined with posh seating and abstract art . Expect globally influenced plates like the delectable tuna tartar . WA , LP , IA , M , V Kevin ’ s Bistro 141 Bannatyne Ave , 204-221-5028 . A new menu expands on its original idea of one pan meals . This casual chic spot in the Exchange serves a smattering of shareables and ultra-rich pastas . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Pauline 112 Marion St , 204-235-6001 . Stylish and sunny French-inspired bistro named for a historic Winnipeg artist . Serves exquisite breakfast and brunch fare . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Prairie Ink Grant Park Shopping Centre , 204‐975‐2659 . Cozy retreat inside McNally Robinson serves healthy fare . Fresh juices and a selection of housemade desserts make for a sweet finale . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V winnipeg ’ s bestlist
Prairie ’ s Edge 2015 Main St , 204‐284‐7275 . Eatery nestled in the greenery of Kildonan Park offers creative dishes packed with regional ingredients . Pickerel cheeks shine . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Saucers Cafe 570 Academy Rd , 204‐489‐9204 . Sandwiches , salads , wraps , pizzas , specialty coffees and teas . Try the roasted vegetable bruschetta with goat cheese . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
CAFÉ
Across the Board Game Café 211 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐691‐3422 . Choose from more than 1,000 board games to play , or simply enjoy snacks , sandwiches and delicious entrées in this bright space . LP , IA , M , V Clementine Café 123 Princess St , 204‐942‐9497 . Trendy underground nook gives haute cuisine flair to simple breakfast and lunch dishes like Belgian waffles and eggs benedict . LP , A , IA , M , V Joe Black Coffee Bar 2037 Portage Ave , 204‐415‐1660 . Mod café across from Assiniboine Park serves up lunch fare and delicious desserts from Chocolate Zen Bakery .
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Juneberry 531 St . Mary ’ s Rd ., 204-306-8838 . Friendly daytime spot in St . Vital with a gorgeous interior and a menu featuring Asian and Middle Eastern inspired dishes . WA , IA , M , V Marion Street Eatery 393 Marion Street , 204‐233‐2843 . Elevated comfort food in St . Boniface . Fluffy pancakes with bacon and apple whiskey caramel sauce make for an indulgent brunch . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Modern Electric Lunch 232 Main Street , 204-306-6404 . Fresh takes on classic diner fare in historic , newly renovated Fortune Block . The savoury waffle with gouda dipping sauce is a highlight . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Oakwood 660 Osborne St , 204‐475‐4250 . Sleek decor and a commitment to local sourcing elevates this South Osborne favourite . Twists on comfort food are top picks . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
CAFÉ / BAKERY
Baked Expectations 161 Osborne St , 204‐452‐5176 . The original bakery cafe and gold standard for decadent desserts . Mile high cakes , cheesecakes and pies are plenty enough but the super cute space is the icing on top . WA , LP , IA Bluestone Cottage 3670 Roblin Blvd , 204-944 8751 . Seasonally inspired , nourishing breakfast , lunch and baking options . Enjoy fresh salads and sandwiches from this cute Charleswood sweet spot . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM
Cottage Bakery and Cafe 1382 Pembina Hwy , 204-284-3602 , Savoury breakfast and lunch options beside pies , pastries and cookies make this Winnipeg establishment a top spot . A , IA , M , V Dan ’ s Cafe & Lounge 254 Edmonton St ., 204-254-5387 A sweet lineup of exquisite desserts is enough to tempt an indulgence of any size for a midday meet up or out of office escapade . SP , A , IA , M , V The Frenchway 238 Lilac St , 204‐421‐9002 . Lilac Street bakery and café specializes in breakfast and lunch fare using house-made pastries , breads and sweets . WA , SP , IA , M , V Hildegard ’ s Bakery 100-686 Portage Ave , 204‐615-0889 ; The Village at Pineridge Hollow . Baked goods , pizzas and bread are served alongside roasted drip coffees . WA , LP , IA , M , V Stella ’ s Café & Bakery 7 locations . Famous breakfast items alongside a vast selection of entrées , hearty soups , sandwiches and homey curries . House-made breads and preserves available for purchase by the loaf and jar . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
CAFÉ / ICE CREAM
Chaeban Ice Cream 390 Osborne Ave , 204-475-6226 , chaeban-ice-cream . myshopify . com . Mod spot serves ice cream made with locally sourced ingredients . Arabic flavours offer exotic and intriguing concoctions . WA , SP , A , IA , M , V Dug and Betty ’ s Ice Creamery 309 Des Meurons St , 204-417-0026 . Sweet St . Boniface spot serving gourmet ice cream creations , including milkshakes and cookie sandwiches . Also serves French bistro fare . WA , SP , LP , IA , M , V Eva ’ s Gelato & Coffee Bar 101-1001 Corydon Ave , 204-452-3827 . This chic spot serves 36 colourful varieties of house-made Argentinean gelato . Dulce de leche is a signature flavour . Also the place to find special occasion fancy treats . WA , SP , IA , M , V Fête 300 Assiniboine Ave . Supreme ice cream alongside specialty coffees in an ultra-cute space . Try fun flavours like a French toast and candied bacon creation . WA , LP , IA , M , V Milksmith 651 Corydon Ave , Mymilksmith . com . Witness layers of frozen flavoured cream be artfully rolled and topped with a choice of sweets in this playful pink space . IA , M , V Nucci ’ s Gelati 643 Corydon Ave , 204‐475‐8765 . This Corydon institution offers 75 flavours of Italian ice cream . Catered Italian favourites like gnocchi and arancini are dished out . LP , SP , IA , M , V
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