Dan’ s Cafe & Lounge 254 Edmonton St., 204-254-5387. A sweet lineup of exquisite desserts is enough to tempt an indulgence at this downtown hub. WA, SP, IA, M, V The Frenchway 238 Lilac St, 204‐421‐9002. Homey, well executed breakfast and lunch fare. Don’ t miss this delectable patisserie. WA, SP, IA, M, V Hildegard’ s Bakery 100-686 Portage Ave, 204‐615-0889; The Village at Pineridge Hollow. Baked goods, wood-fired pizza and fresh organic flour breads distinguish this gem. WA, LP, IA, M, V Stella’ s Café & Bakery 10 locations, stellas. ca. Renowned for its hearty breakfasts, but the entrées and hearty soups are musts throughout the day. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Sweet Impressions 1817 Corydon Ave, 204‐237‐0743. Nut-free bakery is now re-imagined as a stylish bakery cafe offering sweets and packaged items for gifting. WA, IA, M, V
Yuka’ s Japanese Bakery 857 Sargent Ave, 204-775-4853. The cloud like airy cheesecake alone is worth the visit. Enjoy a sweet or savoury rice bowl, gyoza or onigiri in the tiny sunlit cafe. WA, IA, M, V
CAFÉ / ICE CREAM
Chaeban Ice Cream 390 Osborne Ave, 204-475-6226. Mod spot serves ice cream made with locally sourced ingredients. Arabic flavours offer a twist. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V Dug and Betty’ s Ice Creamery 309 Des Meurons St, 204-417-0026. Sweet St. Boniface spot serving gourmet ice cream creations and bistro fare. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V Eva’ s Gelato & Coffee Bar 101-1001 Corydon Ave, 204-452-3827. This chic spot serves house-made Argentinean style gelato. Dulce de leche is a signature. WA, SP, IA, M, V Fête 300 Assiniboine Ave, 204-942-7087. Supreme ice cream alongside specialty coffees in an ultra-cute space. Go for the delightful quirky flavours. WA, LP, IA, M, V Milksmith 651 Corydon Ave, Johnston Terminal at The Forks. Frozen flavoured cream is artfully rolled and topped with sweets in this pink space. IA, SP, M, V Nucci’ s Gelati 643 Corydon Ave, 204‐475‐8765. This Corydon institution offers powerful flavours of Italian ice cream. Italian favourites like gnocchi and arancini are also dished out. LP, SP, IA, M, V Snow and Moon 5-1727 Kenaston Blvd, 204-309-0606. Frozen flavoured milk snows topped with ice cream and fruit medleys are worth their lavish price at this cute Korean dessert café. WA, A, IA, M, V bestlist
CARIBBEAN
K & S Island Grill 2069 Portage Ave, 204-415-5550, Authentic Jamaican cuisine prepared by chefs / owners. Jerk entrees pack a punch. LP, A, IA, M,
CHINESE
Kum Koon Garden 257 King St, 204-943‐4655. The city’ s largest restaurant packs in patrons for dim sum lunches and Cantonese dinner specialties. WA, LP, A, IA, M, North Garden 6‐33 University Cres, 204-275‐2591. Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine draw a loyal following. Barbequed half duck is roasted to perfection. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Sam Po Dim Sum 277 Rupert Ave, 204-691-1213. Bright, minimalist Chinatown space offers dim sum classics. WA, LP, 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
COFFEE
Young entrepreneurs have sparked a local coffee culture of single origin beans, lovely latte art and community connections.
Café Postal, 202 Provencher Blvd, 204-414-3654; Colosimo, 360 Portage Ave, 145 Pacific Ave, 140 Provencher Blvd, 877 Henderson Hwy, 204-954- 7444; Empty Cup Collective, 535 Panet Rd # 2; 115 Sage Creek Blvd; 544 Academy Rd; Pineridge Hollow; 365 Main St; 130-15 Cooper Town Rd, Hargrave Street Market. Fools & Horses, 1 Forks Market Rd; Harrisons, 151- 25 Forks Market Rd, 106-270 Waterfront Dr, 204-290-2402; Human Bean, Cityplace, 333 St Mary Ave; Lavanda, 185 Smith St, 204-219-8587; Little Sister Coffee Maker, 470 River Ave, 539 Osborne St, 171 McDermot Ave; Magpies Int’ l Cafe, 685 Osborne St, 204-421-8383; MAS Coffee, 70 Arthur St, Lacoste Garden Centre, 2787 St Mary’ s Rd; Modern Coffee, 191 Inkster Blvd; Mountain Bean, 2001 Henderson Hwy, 204-334-6959; O Station Café, 257 Osborne St, 204-221-2709; Passage Cafe, 474 Main, 204-291-9716; Rose Coffee and Wine, B-474 Main St, 204-505- 4567; Saintuary, 123 James Ave; Sam’ s Place: 140 Bannatyne Ave, 204-415-4728; Scout: Coffee + Tea, 1199 Rothesay St, 204-504-4005; Seven Cafe, 745 Wall St, 431-668- 7717; Sho Coffee & Bar, 290 William Ave, 431-778-6816; Thom Bargen Coffee & Tea, 64 Sherbrook St; 250 Kennedy St; 743 Corydon Ave, 2090 Corydon Ave; Yellow Derny Café, 433 St Mary’ s Rd, 204-253-5896
DANISH
Bistro Dansk 63 Sherbrook St, 204-775‐5662. Not much has changed at this nationallyrecognized yet intimate restaurant. European comfort food. Specialties include frikadeller, hakkebof and daily soup. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
DELI / DINER
Bernstein’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave, 204‐488‐4552. Creative menu features deli staples like brisket and bagels layered in cream cheese and lox and savoury Jewish classics. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Dave and LaVerne’ s 15 Lakewood Blvd, 204-594-9015. Stylish modern diner presents a modern twist on 50s diner decor and fare. Don’ t miss the fancified beef short rib. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave, 204-489‐5811. True to its name, this bustling diner specializes in 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 WA, A, IA, M, V Red Top Drive Inn 219 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-233-7943. Winnipeg drive-in style diner has impressed locals since 1960. Pressure-fried chicken is worth the wait. WA, LP, IA, M, V Salisbury House 8 Winnipeg locations, see Salisburyhouse. ca. Cheap and cheerful local favourite since 1931 known for its legendary nips( burgers) and hospitable warm service. WA, IA, M, V
ETHIOPIAN
Baro Ethiopian and Eritrean 810 Beverley St, 204-421-5944 Colourful art sets the tone for a culinary adventure that honours Africa. Go for an Agilgil platter to taste everything. WA, A, IA, M, V
FAMILY
Old Spaghetti Factory Johnston Terminal at The Forks, 204‐957‐1391. Spaghetti dishes, simple salads and a kids’ menu make this a family-friendly spot.
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The Original Pancake House 1445 Portage Ave, 204-775‐9035; 2220 McGillivray Blvd, 204- 489-2885; 1170 Taylor Ave, 204-947-5077. A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake.
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Park Café 330 Assiniboine Park Dr, 204-927- 6080. Enjoy casual breakfast and lunch in a sunny space overlooking the duck pond. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
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