Tavern United Six locations , Tavernunited . com . Play a game of darts or pool or sit back and watch the big game on one of many big screens at this English sports pub . Downtown location boasts popular rooftop patio . WA , LP ,
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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 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 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 The VG Restaurant The Fairmont Hotel , 2 Lombard Pl , 204‐985‐6255 . Unique applications of local flavours served in elegant dining room . Vegan Vietnamese pho wows the lunch crowd . WA , LP , A ,
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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 . Excellent beer and wine selection . Chicken liver pâté is luscious and smooth . LP , IA , M , V bestlist
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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TAP / TASTING ROOMS
Barn Hammer Brewing Co , 595 Wall St , Barnhammerbrewing . ca ; Good Neighbour Brewing , 116 Sherbrook St , 431-887-BEER ; Half Pints Brewing Co , 550 Roseberry St , 204‐832‐PINT ( 7468 ); Lake of the Woods Brewing Co , 242 Hargrave St , 833-321-2337 ; Little Brown Jug , 336 William Ave , 204‐500‐0441 ; Nonsuch Brewing Co , 125 Pacific Ave , 204-666-7824 ; Patent 5 Distillery , 108 Alexander Ave , 204-995-4999 ; Sookram ’ s Brewing Co , 479-B Warsaw Ave , Sookrams . com ; Stone Angel Brewing Co , Devil May Care Brewing Company , 330-830 King Edward , 204-226-1361 ; Torque Brewing Co , 330‐830 King Edward St , 204‐941‐1723 ; Trans Canada Brewing Co , 1-1290 Kenaston Blvd , 204‐666‐2337 .
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
THAI
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 Magic Thailand 842 Logan Ave , 204-774-0839 . Well-travelled locals in the know consider this simply styled spot a go-to for authentic cusine like curries and stir fry dishes . WA , 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 , offering a selection of 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 . West Broadway vegan restaurant serves a knockout selection of plant-based sandwiches . All “ meats ” and “ cheeses ” are made in-house . WA , IA ,
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Thyme Café and Books 268 Tache Ave , 204-233-0441 . This cozy reading nook offers plant-based soups , salads , and sandwiches with a focus on seasonal and regional ingredients . The southern fried tofu sandwich is a standout . a , 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
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