The definitive Ciao ! restaurant list outlines our selection of the top dining establishments in the city . Virtually all of these recommendations are locally owned and operated . Keep this list available for easy reference , whether you are seeking a formal multi-course gourmet extravaganza or simply want the best soup in town . Although information is updated every issue , restaurant details are subject to change without notice . If you have visited a restaurant that should be considered for addition to this list , pleasee-mail your recommendation to : editorial @ bestmarketing . com
— New Location wa — Wheelchair accessible lp — Licensed premises sp — Summer Patio a — American Express ia — Interac m — MasterCard v — Visa atm — Bank machine on‐site
BISTRO
Bonfire Bistro 1433 Corydon Ave , 204‐487‐4440 . A delightful neighbourhood spot , famous for wood-fired pizzas with novel toppings , Its stellar pastas and entrées like Cioppino shouldn ’ t be missed . . WA , LP , IA , M , V
Boreal Bistro 85 Israel Asper Way , 204-289-2187 . A socially conscious and culturally diverse menu befitting inside the Canadian Museum for Human Rights . LP , IA , M , V Café 22 823 Corydon Ave , 204-989-5119 . Popular locale does double duty as family-friendly restaurant and trendy lounge . Pizzas are drawn from a wood-burning oven . LP , IA , M , V Kevin ’ s Bistro 141 Bannatyne Ave , 204-221-5028 . This casual chic spot serves a smattering of shareables and popular pastas . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Pauline 112 Marion St , 204-235-6001 . Stylish and sunny French-inspired bistro named for a historic Winnipeg artist . Serves exquisite breakfast and brunch fare . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Prairie Ink Grant Park Shopping Centre , 204‐975‐2659 . Cozy retreat inside McNally Robinson Booksellers serves well executed comforts and wonderful desserts . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Prairie ’ s Edge 2015 Main St , 204‐284‐7275 . Nestled in Kildonan Park this multigenerational spot offers creative dishes with regional ingredients . Try the pickerel . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V winnipeg ’ s bestlist
Saucers Cafe 570 Academy Rd , 204‐489‐9204 . Longtime fave serves imaginative sandwiches , salads , wraps , specialty coffees and teas . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
CAFÉ
Across the Board Game Café 211 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐691‐3422 . Choose from1,000 board games to play , or simply enjoy snacks and delicious entrées P , IA , M , V Clementine Café 123 Princess St , 204‐942‐9497 . Trendy underground nook gives haute cuisine flair to simple breakfast and lunch dishes . LP , A , IA , M , V Juneberry 531 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-306-8838 . Friendly and gorgeous daytime spot with a menu featuring Asian and Middle Eastern dishes . WA , IA , M , V Modern Electric Lunch 232 Main Street , 204-306-6404 , Contemporary takes on classic diner fare in historic , renovated Fortune Block . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Oakwood 660 Osborne St , 204‐475‐4250 . A commitment to local sourcing elevates this neighbourhood favourite . Indulgent desserts are a must . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Sharecuterie 160 Stafford St , 431-489-0244 . Charcuterie themed cafe with creative beverage menu is a fun meeting place for a sip and nibbles .
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CAFÉ / BAKERY
Baked Expectations 161 Osborne St , 204‐452‐5176 . The original bakery cafe and gold standard for decadent desserts . The cute space is the icing . WA , LP , IA Bluestone Cottage 3670 Roblin Blvd , 204-944 8751 . Inspired , nourishing breakfast , lunch and baking options created by a top chef . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM The Frenchway 238 Lilac St , 204‐421‐9002 . Count on hearty and delicious breakfast and lunch fare . Don ’ t miss the delectable patisserie . WA , SP , IA , M , V Hildegard ’ s Bakery 100-686 Portage Ave , 204‐615-0889 ; The Village at Pineridge Hollow . Baked goods and wood-fired pizza distinguish this gem . WA , LP , IA , M , V Stella ’ s Café & Bakery 7 locations . Famous breakfast items alongside a vast selection of entrées , hearty soups , sandwiches and homey curries . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
CAFÉ / ICE CREAM
Chaeban Ice Cream 390 Osborne Ave , 204-475-6226 , Mod spot serves Arabic flavours and creative concoctions . WA , SP , A , IA , M , V
Dug and Betty ’ s Ice Creamery 309 Des Meurons St , 204-417-0026 . Chef made flavours , milkshakes and cookie sandwiches . Also serves French bistro fare . WA , SP , LP , IA , M , V Fête 300 Assiniboine Ave . Supreme ice cream alongside specialty coffees in an ultra-cute space . Try rotating selection of fun flavours . WA , LP , IA , M , V
CARIBBEAN
K & S Island Grill 2069 Portage Ave , 204-415-5550 , Authentic Jamaican cuisine prepared by chefs / owners Keisha Powell-Ewers and Sean Ewers .
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CHINESE
Kum Koon Garden 257 King St , 204-943‐4655 . The city ’ s largest restaurant is a Chinatown institution that packs in patrons for dim sum lunches . Exotic Cantonese chow attracts diners . WA , LP , A , IA , M , North Garden 6‐33 University Cres , 204-275‐2591 . Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine are the specialties on offer . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Sun Fortune 15‐2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269‐6868 . Bustling atmosphere in a suburban shopping mall favoured by university crowd . Daily soup is packed with luscious ingredients . WA , LP , IA , M , V
DANISH
Bistro Dansk 63 Sherbrook St , 204-775‐5662 . Not much has changed at this nationallyrecognized intimate restaurant . Specialties include frikadeller and hakkebof . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
DELI / DINER
Bernstein ’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave , 204‐488‐4552 . Deli and cafe staples and Jewish classics combine inside this specialty food store . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave , 204-489‐5811 . A bustling go-to for Israeli-style falafel balls served in pitas or on a platter and vegan breakfasts . WA , IA Oscar ’ s Deli 175 Hargrave St , 204‐947-0314 . Jewish-style diner serving shavedmeat sandwiches alongside new favourites . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Red Top Drive Inn 219 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-7943 . Red and white decor pairs with breakfast and burgers . WA , LP , IA , M , V White Star Diner 258 Kennedy St , 204-947-6930 . Titanic-inspired diner boasts 40 milkshake flavours , burgers and superb grilled cheeses . WA , LP , IA , M , V
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