REGIONAL / CANADIAN
Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd , 204-489‐6963 . Talented Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products sourced locally to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine with precision . LP , A , IA , M , V Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd , 204-224‐2837 . This elegant country estate offers a charming , contemporary dining atmosphere . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar 145 The Leaf Way , 204-927-7222 This on-site restaurant at The Leaf is Assiniboine Park ’ s newest attraction . Offers a menu of thoughtful and inspired small plates . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E , Oakbank , 204‐777‐3880 . Beautiful country restaurant houses an impressive gift and decor store . Try perogies stuffed with wild mushrooms as a regionally inspired treat . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Smith 75 Forks Market Rd , 204‐944‐2445 . Plays on plaid and nostalgic Canadian touches offer a backdrop to exquisite scratch-made regional cuisine . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
SOUTH AMERICAN /
SPANISH
Carnaval Brazilian BBQ 270 Waterfront Dr , 204‐505‐0945 . Winnipeg ’ s only Brazilian barbeque has carved out a hot and sizzling carnivore ’ s paradise in the Exchange District . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Cordova 93 Albert St , 204-691-1900 . This casual and lively atmosphere offers unique European-influenced tapas , beer and wine selection . Chicken liver pâté is luscious . LP , IA , M , V Corrientes Argentine Pizzeria 137 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐219‐5398 . Argentinean-style pizza boutique serves up pies with unique toppings , empanadas and fresh pasta in the Exchange District . LP , SP , IA , M , V Hermanos 179 Bannatyne Ave , 204-219-5434 . Nibble on tapas and mains , such as the steak topped with crab chevre cream and zippy chimichurri at this rustic Latin spot that has recently reopened . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
STEAK & SEAFOOD
529 Wellington Steakhouse 529 Wellington Cres , 204-487‐8325 . A historic mansion offers grand style along with top Canadian prime beef . Over 800 wines draws the city ’ s toniest clientele . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Hy ’ s Steakhouse 1 Lombard Pl , 204‐942‐1000 . A classic Winnipeg establishment for more than 60 years is comfortably opulent with traditional dark panelling . Cuts of meat impress . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 115 Garry St , 204-942‐7619 ; 2034 McGillivray Blvd , 204-477‐5300 ; 2553 Portage Ave , 204-885‐5275 . The Keg delivers sizzling steaks , prime rib and lobster tails . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Rae & Jerry ’ s 1405 Portage Ave , 204-783‐6155 . Little has changed at this steakhouse since its inception in 1957 . Attentive service and consistent , wellexecuted meals . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
TEA HOUSE
Tea Story 224 Osborne St , 204‐477‐1102 . Bright and playful Japan-influenced space boasts an extensive list of flowering , aged , organic and bubble teas and waffle sandwiches . WA , A , IA , M , V Panda Tea 5 locations . Tea room serving milk tea , slush drinks and bubble tea in flavours like passionfruit , red bean and taro . Opt in for tapioca to get a chewy surprise in your tea . IA , M , V
THAI
Bangkok Thai 100 Osborne St , 2nd floor , 204- 474‐0908 . Located within a beautiful courtyard , this sunlit room is perfect for exotic Thai dishes . LP , IA , M , V Sabai Thai Eatery 1113 Corydon Ave , 204‐888‐6508 . The succinct menu has popular standbys as well as contemporary house specials like pickerel cheeks in rich peanut sauce . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Siam Thai 587 St . Anne ’ s Rd , 204-254‐7765 . This suburban eatery focuses its cuisine on central Thailand and uses the freshest produce . Stir-fried chicken in chile jam is fabulous . WA , LP , IA , M , V Sukhothai 191 Osborne St , 204-633‐6907 . The modern interior is a good counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine . The perfect hot and sour soup keeps fans returning . WA , LP , IA , M , V
VEGETARIAN
Fortify 123 Marion St , 204-231-5333 . Health-focused eatery serves nutrient-dense plant-based eats and a large selection of energizing smoothies . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Verde Juice Bar 887 Westminster Ave , 204-615-8733 . Mod spot serves energy boosting juices and smoothies alongside salads and snacks . Try the acai bowl , loaded with berries . WA , AI , M , V
VIETNAMESE
Dalat 2‐1170 Taylor Ave , 204-895‐3222 . Highlights among almost 200 menu choices are hot and sour soup , ginger-fried beef and shrimp with lemongrass . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Pho Binh Minh 101-819 Sargent Ave , 204‐505-1505 Authentic fare served up in a smart spacious setting . Many house signatures keep guests returning .
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Pho Hoang 4 locations . The pho at these chic and comfortable spots ranks among the city ’ s best . Rich broth gains its deep flavour from a 24-hour simmering process WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Thanh Huong 534 Sargent Ave , 204-774‐8888 . French‐accented North Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine is on offer at this West End spot . The satay beef soup is a triumph . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
WORLD FOOD
Reflecting Winnipeg ’ s ethnocultural diversity , this category represents our top choices from the many small , primarily family‐run restaurants in town .
Beaurivage Bistro [ Lebanese ] 788 Corydon Ave , 204-691-6999 . Charming Lebanese eatery with a prix fixe dinner menu . Try kibbeh , a delicious spiced beef croquette that satisfies every time . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Bistro Dansk [ Danish ] 63 Sherbrook St , 204-775‐5662 . This nationally-recognized yet intimate restaurant serves European comfort food . Specialties include frikadeller , hakkebof and daily soup in generous portions . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Gladys Caribbean Kitchen [ Caribbean ] 726 Sargent Ave , 204-415-7344 . Big flavours inspired by a little island are served with tropical spirit . Superb jerked spice dishes are the real draw . Popular Jamaican recipes are given a chef ’ s flair . LP , IA , M , V Gojo [ Ethiopian ] 533 Sargent Ave , 204-615-0785 . Made fresh every morning , injera is perfect for scooping up vibrant flavours like succulent lamb tibs cooked with spiced butter . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V , ATM K & S Island Grill [ Carribean ] 2069 Portage Ave , 204-415-5550 , Authentic Jamaican cuisine prepared by chefsKeisha Powell- Ewers and Sean Ewers . Jerk chicken is a must for a kick . LP , A , IA , M , V Les Saj [ Middle Eastern ] 1038 St . James St , 204-219-8939 ; 480 Portage Ave , 204-788-4477 . This is the first restaurant in Winnipeg to cook using a saj , a dome-shaped hot surface for baking flatbreads covered in za ’ atar , meat or cheese . WA , IA , M , V Niko ’ s [ Greek ] 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 hits the mark . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
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