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bestlist One Great City Brewing Co 1596 Ness Ave, 204‑210‑2337. Sleek St. James neighbourhood brewpub with a creative menu of elevated bar food to match six varieties of beer brewed on-site. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The Roost 651 Corydon Ave, 204‑414‑9313. A place to perch on Corydon with clever cocktails incorporating seasonal ingredients matched by a changing menu of small plates. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Shannon’s Irish Pub 175 Carlton St, 204-943‑2302. Irish hospitality is extended through a huge menu of classic pub food and traditional Irish dishes, like sheperd’s pie prepared with ground lamb. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM REGIONAL/CANADIAN Chew 532 Waterloo St, 204‑667‑2439. Mod rustic River Heights bistro tucked into a tiny strip mall delivers big on local seasonal tastes. Roasted beets and pork belly 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. The wine list is exclusively Canadian. LP, A, IA, M, V The Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd, 204-224‑2837. Elegant country estate offers a charming, contemporary dining atmosphere and a pan-Canadian menu. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E, Oakbank, 204‑777‑3880. Beautiful country restaurant houses an impressive gift and decor store. Perogies stuffed with wild mushrooms are a regionally inspired treat. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Prairie 360 83 Garry St, 204‑505‑2681. This revolving restaurant offers regional cuisine with a view. Whiskey lounge two floors down features premium pours grouped according to flavour profile. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Resto 12 Radisson Hotel, 288 Portage Ave, 204‑697‑1495. Hotel restaurant offers an expansive view of north Portage Ave. Menu includes a variety of dairy-free, gluten-free and vegetarian options. 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. Pounded cheese is a favourite shareable 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. Surprises, like Vietnamese pho with a vegan twist, wow the lunch crowd. 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 also offers prime rib and filet mignon. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Silver Heights Restaurant 2169 Portage Ave, 204-889-7246. Long- established neighbourhood eatery popular for its certified angus steaks and bbq ribs smothered in house-made sauce. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V SOUTH AMERICAN/ SPANISH Café Dario 1390 Erin St, 204‑783‑2813. Chef Dario Pineda‑Gutierrez prepares Nuevo Latino cuisine. Outstanding five-course dinners for $44. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V 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. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V 3.0 IS HERE! LOCALMORE GIFT Get more mind blowing fl avour by purchasing a gift certifi cate. Buy $50, get a FREE BONUS $20 Call 204.489.6963 or order online fusiongrill.mb.ca Gift Certifi cate offer expires: December 25th. 48 ciao! / oct/ nov / two thousand nineteen We know you will love the new look and feel Make a reservation tonight! Walk-ins welcome. Tue - Sat Lunch and Dinner. 550 Academy Rd. at Lanark St. 204.489.6963 fusiongrill.mb.ca Authentic Prairie Flavour