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bestlist REGIONAL/CANADIAN Blaze Restaurant & Lounge Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Ave, 204‑944‑7259. Sophisticated prairie cuisine is served in a contemporary setting. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Chew 532 Waterloo St, 204‑667‑2439. Mod rustic River Heights bistro focused on seasonal local tastes. Crispy and roasted mushrooms tempt. WA, LP, IA, M, V Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd, 204‑489‑6963. Talented Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products sourced locally to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine. LP, A, IA, M, V Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd, 204‑224‑2837. This elegant country estate has several rooms offering a charming, contemporary dining atmosphere. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E, Oakbank, MB, 204‑777‑3880. This beautiful restaurant also houses an impressive gift and decor store and weekly famers’ market. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Prairie 360 83 Garry St, 204‑505‑2681. Latest incarnation of the revolving restaurant offers regional cuisine with a view. Lounge two floors down features premium pours. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Resto 12 Radisson Hotel, 288 Portage Ave, 204‑697‑1495. This downtown hotel restaurant offers an expansive view of north Portage Ave from the 12th floor. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Smith 75 Forks Market Rd, 204‑944‑2445. Plays on plaid and nostalgic Canadian touches offer a backdrop to scratch‑ made regional cuisine. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The VG Restaurant The Fairmont Hotel, 2 Lombard Pl, 204‑985‑6255. Chef Tim Palmer wows with unique applications of local flavours. Local bison tataki is a beautifully presented dish. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V RIbs The Rib Room Best Western Plus Downtown Winnipeg, 330 York Ave, 204‑942‑0101. This long‑time local favourite has built its reputation on ribs, but the extensive menu also includes lamb, prime rib and filet mignon. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Tony Roma’s Famous for Ribs 1212 Nairn Ave, 204‑668‑7995; 656 St. James St, 204‑949‑9426; 1500 Pembina Hwy, 204‑477‑5195. This family‑friendly international chain has won many awards for its baby back ribs with four distinct signature rib sauces. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V sOuth AmERICAN/ spANIsh Carnaval Brazilian BBQ 270 Waterfront Drive, 204‑505‑0945. This Brazilian barbeque has carved out a sizzling carnivore’s paradise in the Exchange District. Juicy cuts of beef, lamb and chicken carved tableside. WA, SP ,LP, A, IA, M, V Corrientes Argentine Pizzeria 137 Bannatyne Ave, 204‑219‑5398. Argentinean‑style pizza boutique serves up pies with unique toppings and empanadas in a historic Exchange District location. SP, LP, V, M, IA. Café Dario 1390 Erin St, 204‑783‑2813. Colombia‑ born Chef Dario Pineda‑Gutierrez prepares Nuevo Latino cuisine – North American ingredients fused with Latin American spices. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Hermanos Restaurant & Wine Bar 179 Bannatyne Ave, 204‑947‑5434; 725 Osborne St, 204‑691‑9939. This rustic Latin eatery is the perfect place to nibble on tapas or enjoy colourful mains such as the steak topped with crab chèvre cream and zippy chimichurri. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Segovia 484 Stradbrook Ave, 204‑477‑6500. This trendy tapas restaurant features tastes of Spain in Chef Adam Donnelly’s creative shareables. Supple ricotta gnudi with sage, Pecorino and butter is sublime. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Celebrating 22 Years Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Catering TO HAVE AN AFFAIR… CALL STAR GRILL! • Innovative catering - on and off-site with individual menus for each client • Private parties, corporate events, anniversaries, birthdays or any special occasions up to 45 guests STAR TABLE! Book for 10 or more guests, and receive a $20 complimentary gift certifi cate STAR GRILL TRULY SHINES! Across the footbridge from Assiniboine Park 2069 Portage Ave. 204.837.7827 www.stargrill.mb.ca 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 draws the city’s toniest clientele. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Carne Italian Chophouse 295 York Ave, 204‑896‑7275. Chef Michael Dacquisto’s blend of classic Italian and fusion influences creates an engaging menu in a slick downtown setting. WA, LP, IA, M, V Chop Steakhouse & Bar 1750 Sargent Ave, 204‑788‑2015. The Shades‑of‑grey interior in this stylish and swanky steakhouse boasts in‑ house butcher and pastry chef. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Hy’s Steakhouse 1 Lombard Pl, 204‑942‑1000. A classic Winnipeg establishment for more than 60 years. Canadian prime rib and perfectly aged steaks are outstanding. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V 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, slow‑ roasted prime rib, and rock lobster tails in a friendly, casual atmosphere. 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