FAST CASUAL
Bagelsmith 1-1130 Taylor Ave, 204-219-1673. Montreal-style bagels come in four flavours— and can be enjoyed as sandwiches or with schmear.
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Bodegoes 101-211 Bannatyne Ave, 204-956- 2070; City Place, 333 St Mary Ave, 204-415-7045. Fun restaurant offers street food staples from around the world, like stir fry noodle boxes, fish n’ chips and burritos. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Burrito Del Rio 433 River Ave, 204-415‐5600. This Tex-Mex eatery offers made-to-order favourites, including fajitas, burritos and quesadillas. Try unique garnishes. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Burrito Splendido Five locations. Fresh flour tortillas pressed in-house are loaded with toppings at this local Winnipeg chain. WA, LP, IA, M, V Chosabi 520 Portage Ave, 204‐615‐9386; 1194 Taylor Ave, 204-287-8881. Stylish order-at-the-counter spot serves Asian inspired sushi burritos and bowls and ramen. WA, LP, IA, M, V The Forks Market 1 Forks Market Rd. The hub offers casual dining options centred around communal tables and a central beer and wine bar. List of vendors at theforks. com. WA, SP, LP, A, IA, M, V Friend Bakery & Pizza 380 Osborne St, 204-453-7200. Specialty breads and Babka attract by day. After 5, dough turns into pizza crust for the first in line.
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Hargrave St. Market 242 Hargrave St, Hargravestmarket. com. Mod downtown food hall with swanky interior houses local restaurants and a craft cocktail bar.
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Kawaii Crepe 201-99 Osborne St, 204-415‐2833; 1220 St Mary’ s Rd, 204‐691‐3700; 4-1385 McPhillips St, 204-694-0986. Japanese style crêpe joint turns out sweet and savoury creations. IA, M, V King + Bannatyne 4-100 King St, 204‐691‐9757. This sandwich spot’ s specialties include spiced porchetta and juicy, tender brisket. Daily specials are noteworthy. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V
Naan Culture 1700 Corydon Ave, 204-504-6226. Cultural cuisine crash ups take humble naan bread beyond the tandoor, spanning continents of flavours. WA, A, IA, M, V Red Ember Common 1 Forks Market Rd, 204-504-8998. Fast-casual pizzeria using local and ethically raised ingredients to create a variety of modern sides and neo-Neapolitan pies. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V bestlist
Saburo Kitchen 242 Hargrave St, 204-219-5295. An ever-changing menu of Asian dishes kicked up with bold flavour in downtown’ s swanky Hargrave Street Market. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Skyr The Forks Market, 204-956-0679. Icelandic inspired yogurt shop introduces parfaits( think balsamic laced blueberry), and frozen blends. Savoury bites are equally delicious.
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Wall Street Slice 753 Wall St, 204-221-7272. West End spot serves New York-style pizza whole or by the slice in an industrialchic atmosphere. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Za Pizza Bistro Seven locations, Zapizzabistro. com. Customized pizzas are made to order with scratch-made sauces along an assembly line-style counter. Gluten free crust available. WA, IA, M, V
FRENCH
InFerno’ s Bistro 312 Des Meurons St, 204-262‐7400. Fern Kirouac’ s French-Canadianmeets-Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city’ s best. Six different preparations of mussels impress. WA, LP, SP A, IA, M, V La Creperie Ker Breizh 110-267 Sherbrook St, 204-295-2631. French Creperie makes an astounding variety of sweet and savoury crepes that reflect the flavours of Brittany. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V Ne de Loup 1670 Corydon Ave, 204-487-1529. Photogenic space sets the scene for Scott Bagshaw’ s stunning dishes that embrace the traditions of French cuisine. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐989‐7700. Almost all items from cured meats to mayonnaise are made from scratch. Chef’ s menu offers elegantly updated classics and rustic dishes.
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Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204‐837‐3624. Chic space serves French bistro fare. Simply the city’ s go-to for classics like Boeuf bourguignon, seafood crêpes and maple sugar pie. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Sous Sol 22-222 Osborne St, Soussolosborne. com. This dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt. An ever-changing selection of French classics is executed with flair. LP, A, IA, M, V
GEORGIAN
Saperavi 709 Corydon Ave, 204‐416‐3996. The first Georgian restaurant on the prairies is steeped with hospitable charm. Specialties include khinkali, a dumpling filled with a spiced blend of minced beef and pork. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
GREEK
Homer’ s 520 Ellice Ave, 204-788‐4858. Grecian pillars transport to ancient Athens at this popular spot. With a menu of Greek specialties, this is the place for lamb lovers. WA, LP, SP A, IA, M, V Nikos 740 Corydon Ave, 204‐478‐1144. Greek and American classics converge at this casual eatery. Large menu boasts souvlaki platters, gyros, burgers and salads. Lightly salted pita bread satisfies. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
INDIAN
Charisma of India 83 Sherbrook St, 204‐222‐7878. Dine in or take out savoury dishes steeped in flavour. Creamy vegetable korma and spicy tandoori chicken are menu highlights. WA, LP, IA, M, V Clay Oven Three locations, clayoven. ca. Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine are served in a stylish and modern space. Solo diners go for the thali platters.
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Craving Curries 3116 Roblin Blvd, 204-415-7707. Bold flavours in an array of showy sizzlers, street food inspired snacks and curries are exceptional.
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East India Company 349 York Ave, 204-947‐3097. Centuries-old artifacts adorn the Mehra family’ s flagship restaurant. Signatures are beautifully presented and spiced. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Shahi Flames 208 Marion St, 204-306-8000, 1045 St James St, 204-414-5800. Menu is rich in variety and curries are can’ t-miss at this authentic Indian cuisine St. Boniface spot. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INDIGENOUS
Bistro on Notre Dame 784 Notre Dame Ave, 204-691-1515. Reclaimed barn boards hinting rustic cabin chic kick off chef Dean’ s local love. The menu marries global ideas with MB Indigenous ingredients
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Feast Café Bistro 587 Ellice Ave, 204-691-5979. This cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba’ s Indigenous groups with a menu rich in bannock, bison and berries. Try the bison ramen. WA, LP, A, M, V Manoomin 460 Madison St, wyndhamhotels. com. Welcoming, casual space paying tribute to Manitoba’ s Indigenous culture. A, IA, M, V Promenade Brasserie 130 Provencher Blvd, 204-237-6414. The prime riverside location sets the scene for cuisine inspired by French-Metis cooks. Locally grown products appear liberally on the menu. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
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