Confusion Corner 500 Corydon Ave , 204-284‐6666 . This sleek , casual restaurant and lounge attracts a young , hip crowd . The innovative menu changes seasonally .
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Langside Grocery 164 Langside St . A contemporary lounge with classic appeal and creative cocktails . French-inspired small plates pair nicely with creative cocktails . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Nonsuch Brewing Co 125 Pacific Ave , 204-666-7824 . Cool brewery with their newest rain room , look up . Offers shareable plates to go with their brews .
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One Great City Brewing Co 1596 Ness Ave , 204‐210‐2337 . Sleek brewpub with a creative menu of elevated bar food to match six varieties of beer brewed on site . WA ,
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Park Alleys 730 Osborne St , 204-560-5067 , parkalleys . com . Beloved South Osborne gathering place offers five pin bowling , live music and comfort food . Try the Nashville chicken sandwich . LP , A , IA , M , V The Roost 651 Corydon Ave , 204‐414‐9313 . A place to perch on Corydon Ave , with clever cocktails incorporating seasonal ingredients matched by a changing menu of small plates . LP , SP ,
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Shannon ’ s Irish Pub 175 Carlton St , 204-943‐2302 . Irish hospitality is extended through a huge menu of classic pub food and traditional dishes , like shephard ’ s pie prepared with ground lamb . Also , darts and billiards . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V , ATM
Toad in the Hole 155 Osborne St , 204-284‐7201 . One of the first pubs in town , “ the Toad ” is popular with the Village crowd for its tipples and board games . Classic English fare includes namesake and scotch eggs . WA , LP , SP , M , V Underdogs 2609 Portage Ave , 204‐615‐6104 . Rally around smart , creative pub staples at this sports bar-styled spot . Perogy nachos , chorizo poutine and yam-topped burgers give bar food a good name . LP , IA , M , V The Yellow Dog Tavern 386 Donald St , 204‐775‐6676 . Simple , scratch-made food such as perogies , pizza , bruschetta and soups make this no-frills , deep fryer-free tavern a perfect place to have a pint and a plate . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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 . The award-winning wine list is exclusively Canadian . LP , A , IA , M , V bestlist
Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd , 204-224‐2837 . This elegant country estate has several rooms each with its own charming atmosphere . The menu is strong on fish and meat . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E , Oakbank , 204‐777‐3880 . Beautiful country restaurant with 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 . Nostalgic Canadian touches offer a backdrop to scratch-made regional cuisine . Pounded cheese is a favourite starter . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
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Carnaval Brazilian BBQ 270 Waterfront Dr , 204‐505‐0945 . Winnipeg ’ s only Brazilian barbeque has carved out a sizzling carnivore ’ s paradise in the Exchange District .
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Cordova 93 Albert St , 204-691-1900 . This casual and lively spot serves unique European-influenced tapas , beer and wine selection . Chicken liver pâté is luscious and smooth . LP , IA , M , V Corrientes Argentine Pizzeria 137 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐219‐5398 . Argentinean-style pizza boutique serves up unique pies and empanadas in an historic Exchange District location . LP , SP , IA , M , V
STEAK & SEAFOOD
529 Wellington Steakhouse 529 Wellington Cres , 204-487‐8325 . A renovated historic mansion offers grand style along with top Canadian prime beef . Over 800 wine list selections . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Chop Steakhouse & Bar 1750 Sargent Ave , 204‐788‐2015 . This stylish and swanky Canadian steakhouse chain flaunts an in-house butcher and pastry chef .
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Hy ’ s Steakhouse 1 Lombard Pl , 204‐942‐1000 . This comfortably opulent steakhouse has been a Winnipeg mainstay for more than 60 years . Canadian prime rib and perfectly aged steaks are outstanding .
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The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 115 Garry St , 204-942‐7619 ; 2034 McGillivray Blvd , 204-477‐5300 ; 2553 Portage Ave , 204-885‐5275 . Dine on sizzling steaks , slow-roasted prime rib and tender lobster in a friendly , casual atmosphere . 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 . Old school favourites like liver dinners and prime rib sandwiches are superior .
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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 . Sweet or savoury waffle sandwiches are satisfying fuel . WA , A , IA , M , V Panda Tea 2844 Pembina Hwy , 204‐275‐3599 ; 1041 McPhillips St , 204-505-6989 ; 103-500 Portage Ave , 204-306-2234 ; 1485 Portage Ave ( Polo Park mall ). Milk tea , slush drinks and bubble tea with fun flavours . IA , M , V
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Bangkok Thai 100 Osborne St , 2nd floor , 204‐474‐0908 . Located within the beautiful courtyard at the corner of Osborne and River , this sunlit room creates the perfect setting for exotic Thai dishes . LP , IA , M , V Siam Thai 587 St . Anne ’ s Rd , 204-254‐7765 . This small , suburban eatery focuses its cuisine on central Thailand and uses the freshest produce . Chef ’ s specials include stir-fried chicken in chile jam .
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Sukhothai 191 Osborne St , 204-633‐6907 . The comfortable modern interior is a good counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine . Delicious hot and sour soup and fresh fruit frozen drinks keep fans returning .
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VEGETARIAN
Fortify 123 Marion St , 204-231-5333 . This health-focused eatery caters to vegans and clean-eaters , with nutrient-dense plant-based eats and energizing smoothies . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Green Carrot Juice Co . 132 Osbone St , 204‐691‐0771 ; 11-2090 Corydon Ave , 204‐414‐3401 ; Airport , 2000 Wellington Ave , 204-691-0771 . A health-conscious menu of coldpressed juices , smoothies and light fare . WA , A , IA , M , V Roughage Eatery 126 Sherbrook St , 204-779-8344 . Vegan restaurant serves a knockout selection of plant-based sandwiches . All “ meats ” and “ cheeses ” are made in-house . WA , 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 . Try the acai bowl , loaded with berries and shredded coconut . WA , AI , M , V
VIETNAMESE
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
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