bestlist
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, A, SP, IA, M, V
Ne de Loup 1670 Corydon Ave, 204-487-1529. Photogenic space sets the scene for Scott Bagshaw’ s wildly imaginative and stunning dishes that embrace the traditions of French cuisine.
WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐989‐7700. Scratch made menu of elegantly updated classics is a crowd pleaser.
WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204‐837‐3624. Chic space serves French bistro fare. Smoked Manitoba goldeye fillets and seafood crêpes are menu highlights.
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. Though the cuisine may be new to many, specialties like khinkali, a dumpling filled with a spiced blend of minced beef and pork is winning fast fans. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
GREEK
Nikos 740 Corydon Ave, 204‐478‐1144. Greek inspired cozy eatery where souvlaki, calamari and moussaka converge with fast casual hits
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Santa Lucia 4 St Mary’ s Rd, 204-237-4134. Generous portions secure popularity of this family spot. Greek and Italian classics are staples.
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INDIAN
Charisma of India 83 Sherbrook St, 204‐222‐7878. Creamy vegetable korma and spicy tandoori chicken are menu highlights at this unassuming spot. WA, LP, IA, M, V Clay Oven Three locations, clayoven. ca. Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine are served in a stylish, modern space. Go for the thali platters. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V East India Company 349 York Ave, 204-947‐3097. Artifacts grace the room of this family restaurant. The expansive buffet sets the gold standard. for beautifully presented and perfectly spiced dishes. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Shahi Flames 208 Marion St, 204-306-8000. Menu is rich in variety and curries are on point at this well appointed St. Boniface spot. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INDIGENOUS
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 squash pizza topped with white sauce and pine nuts. WA, LP, A, 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
INTERNATIONAL /
CLASSIC
Bailey’ s 185 Lombard Ave, 204-944‐1180. Heavy wooden doors open onto a world that celebrates the British Empire. Specialties range from a reuben, to rack of lamb and prime rib of beef. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V, ATM Maxime’ s 1131 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-257‐1521. This favourite spot sets the standard for fine dining. The wide-ranging menu makes for a multi-generational palate pleaser. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Silver Heights Restaurant 2169 Portage Ave, 204-889-7246. A popular hub for certified Angus steaks and bbq ribs smothered in a house-made sauce. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The Terrace Dining Room 3975 Portage Ave, 204-885‐3330. Overlooking the racetrack at Assiniboia Downs, a multi-tiered room gives every table a superb view. Reservations required. During race season WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL /
CONTEMPORARY
Bonnie Day 898 Westminster Ave, 204-786-8411. A dynamic menu of comfort foods, and sourdough pizza earn this cozy spot status as one of the best in class. A large list of creative craft cocktails impress. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Bull and Filly 1763 Henderson Hwy, 204-560-2946. Sophisticated space pairs with relaxed charming service. Indulgent dishes like Parisienne style gnocchi draws regulars. WA, LP, IA, A, M, V Capital Grill and Bar 275 Broadway, 204-416-1144. Downtown urbanites and out of towners clink glasses in the sleek, modern dining room over a mix of homey and high cuisine.
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Damecca Lounge 305 Madison St, 204-306-1130. Polo Park area lounge reveals skills in the kitchen and multi-culti focus with globe-trotting dishes like chicken karaage sliders and mushroom pappardelle. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V deer + almond 85 Princess St, 204‐504‐8562. This hip restaurant helmed by chef Mandel Hitzer boasts an inspired, globally influenced menu of creative, plates in a casual, artsy space.
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James Avenue Pumphouse 2-109 James Ave, 204-560-5210. Chef Mark Merano serves multi-culti crowd favourites in this former 1906 fire station like tacos with Mexican birria dip and a super-sized perogy.
WA, SP, LP, A, IA, M, V, ATM
Junction 59 Roadhouse 1615 Regent Ave W, 204-654-3345. Southern-style eats in a rustic, prairie atmosphere, complete with wooden barrels and grain elevator murals. The signature molcajete bowl is a hit.
WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Meal Set Bistro 612 B Academy Rd, 204‐414‐8088. Healthy sushi and tapas served with flair at this Asian-fusion bistro with a genre-bending menu. Try chef Ken Nguyen’ s seafood risotto and mini“ mamba” sliders. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Next Door 116 Sherbrook St, 431-887-2337. Wood taproom offers impressive shareable plates, many creative, veg-centric and beers from Good Neighbour. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Nola 101-300 Tache Ave, 204-505-0760. Fusion for the modern era uses global flavours and local ingredients. Smoked goldeye salad and Japanese karaage fried chicken should not be missed. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Oval Room Brasserie Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, 1-800-665-8088. This swish lounge boasts an opulent ceiling and live jazz performances, while the kitchen presents stellar scratch-made sensations. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V, ATM The Oxbow 557 Osborne St, 204-691-5373. An ever-changing menu focuses on seasonal ingredients. Root veggies get royal treatment LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Petit Socco 256 Stafford St, 204-306-7522. Chef Adam Donnelly provides an intimate dining experience for twelve guests per night. Expect exciting flavours from a rotating menu. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Rae’ s Bistro 9-925 Headmaster Row, 204-229- 0237. North Kildonan neighbourhood spot serves eclectic bistro fare. Don’ t miss the chalkboard list of creative daily features. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
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