Shannon’ s Irish Pub 175 Carlton St, 204-943‐2302. Irish hospitality is extended through classic pub food. Try shephard’ s pie prepared with ground lamb.
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Snack HaUS 398 Daly St N, Chef Dustin Pajak launches a tribute to casual nibbles inside Low Life Barrel House perfect for pairing. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Solera 725 Osborne St, 204-219-2276. Adjacent speakeasy style secret lounge of Tabula Rasa pours excellent crafted cocktails in a sexy interior. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Tavern on King Edward 1760 Sargent Ave, 204-594-5852. The rustic space enveloped in the Sandman Signature hotel hits the mark with global foodie favourites,
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REGIONAL / CANADIAN
Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd, 204-489‐6963. Talented Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products sourced locally to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine with precision and care.
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Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd, 204-224‐2837. This elegant country estate presents its. Pan-Canadian menu to diners in several charming dining rooms.
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Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar 145 The Leaf Way, 204-927-7222 Restaurant at The Leaf is Assiniboine Park’ s culinary star. Eager foodies and nature lovers alike are drawn to an inspired menu. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E, Oakbank, 204‐777‐3880. Beautiful country restaurant Try perogies stuffed with wild mushrooms as a regionally inspired treat. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Smith 75 Forks Market Rd, 204‐944‐2445. Nostalgic Canadian touches offer a backdrop to scratch-made regional cuisine. Pounded cheese is a favourite starter. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
SOUTH AMERICAN /
SPANISH
Carnaval Brazilian BBQ 270 Waterfront Dr, 204‐505‐0945. Winnipeg’ s only Brazilian barbeque has carved out a sizzling carnivore’ s paradise. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Cordova 93 Albert St, 204-691-1900. Europeaninfluenced tapas is served in a lively atmosphere. LP, SP, IA, M, V Corrientes Argentine Pizzeria 137 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐219‐5398. Argentinean-style pizza boutique serves up pies with unique toppings, and empanadas. LP, SP, IA, M, V bestlist
STEAK & SEAFOOD
529 Wellington Steakhouse 529 Wellington Cres, 204-487‐8325. A renovated historic mansion offers grand style along with top Canadian prime beef. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Bailey’ s 185 Lombard Ave, 204-944‐1180. Heavy wooden doors open onto a world that celebrates the British Empire. Specialties include the reuben, rack of lamb and prime rib of beef. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM Hy’ s Steakhouse 1 Lombard Pl, 204‐942‐1000. A classic Winnipeg establishment for more than 60 years, comfortably opulent with traditional dark panelling.
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The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 185 Donald St, 204-942‐7619; 2034 McGillivray Blvd, 204-477‐5300; 2553 Portage Ave, 204-885‐5275. The Keg delivers sizzling steaks, prime rib and lobster tails. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Rae & Jerry’ s 1405 Portage Ave, 204-783‐6155. Little has changed since 1957. Old school faves keep fans loyal.
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TEA HOUSE
Panda Tea 5 locations, pandatea. ca. Tea room serving milk tea, slush drinks and bubble tea in flavours like taro, passionfruit and red bean. Opt in for tapioca to get a chewy surprise in your tea. IA, M, V
THAI
Sabai Thai Eatery 1113 Corydon Ave, 204‐888‐6508. Go for the popular standbys and house specials like pickerel cheeks in rich peanut-sesame sauce.
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Sassy Thai 3311 Roblin Blvd, 204-615-8989. Predominantly south Asian Thai cuisine with a few signatures inspired by the north. Try the Yum Nua salad. AI, M, V Siam Thai 587 St. Anne’ s Rd, 204-254‐7765. This stylish, suburban eatery has received royal designation from Thailand for its premium standards. Nipon Fish is a defining entree. WA, LP, IA, M, V Sukhothai 191 Osborne St, 204-633‐6907. The modern interior is a good counterpoint to classic Thai cuisine. Well spiced dishes hit the mark for hot heads. WA, LP, IA, M, V
VEGETARIAN
Fortify 123 Marion St, 204-231-5333. Destination for holistic health serves nutrient-dense plant-based eats and energizing smoothies in a stylish cafe. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
The Green Falafel 1833 Grant Ave, 204-557-7837. Falafel platters and wraps come with high praise. Try the silky smooth hummus. WA, IA, M, V Verde Juice Bar 887 Westminster Ave, 204-615-8733. Mod spot serves energy boosting juices and smoothies alongside superfood soups, salads and snacks.
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UKRAINIAN
Food Culture 645 Sterling Lyon Parkway, Unit 9, 204-221-2985. Orange poppies set the palette in this lovely newcomer. Less familiar delights are as exceptional as the ususal suspects. WA, LP, IA, M, V
VIETNAMESE
Dalat 2‐1170 Taylor Ave, 204-895‐3222. Highlights among almost 200 menu choices are hot and sour soup, ginger-fried beef and shrimp with lemongrass. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Le Colonial 208 Marion St, 204-231-3005. A menu nodding to France’ s culinary influence on Vietnamese cooking mingles signatures with novel reimaginations. WA, LP, IA, M, V Pho Hoang 4 locations. The pho at these chic and comfortable spots ranks among the city’ s best. Rich broth gains its deep flavour from a 24-hour simmering process WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
WORLD FOOD
Aroma Bistro [ Asian Fusion ] 741 St Mary’ s Rd, The Forks Market, 204‐691-6364. Chinese homestyle pork wontons, chili oil and“ la la” seasoning are the three essential ingredients forming the dishes here. IA, M, V Baraka Pita Bakery [ Lebanese ] 1783 Main St, 204‐334‐2004. Famous for house-fired pita bread, this North End gem offers falafel pitas, pita pizzas and specialty dips like hummus. WA, IA, V, M Gojo [ Ethiopian ] 533 Sargent Ave, 204-615-0785. Made fresh every morning, injera is perfect for scooping up flavours in lamb tibs and veggie platters. WA, LP, IA, M, V Pho No. 1 [ Vietnamese ] 141 McPhillips St, 204-943‐7449. Charming Vietnamese noodle soup house with hundreds of hot, simmering broth options. WA, LP, IA, V Tehran Cafe and Market [ Persian ] 8-1875 Pembina Hwy, 204-783-4726, Persian culture finds expression in fragrant dishes rich with warm spices. WA, LP, IA, Golden Loong [ Chinese ] 2237 Pembina Hwy, 204-504-6766, Handmade noodles and dumplings are merely the gateway to a lineup of bold flavoured dishes. WA, LP,, IA, M, V
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