Shirley’ s 135 Osborne St, 204-284-0931. Ultra fresh-made pastas and shareables are served to trendy food enthusiasts in an intimate stylish space. Gourmet pantry staples for take-out.
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Tabula Rasa 725 Osborne St, tabularasaosborne. com. Tapas spot evokes fresh ideas with old-world style. Paintings of matadors prepare palates for Mediterranean dishes. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Wood Tavern 112 Marion St, 204-235-6003. Cozy and cool restaurant inside the Norwood Hotel features a huge wood-fired grill that scents the sprawling space with a campfire like aroma. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
ITALIAN / CLASSIC
Alena Rustic Italian 3670 Roblin Blvd., 204‐944‐8748. Chef Michael Dacquisto brings homestyle Italian cooking to Charleswood with rustic flair. Hearty mains and pizzas are pulled from the flames.
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Borgo Antico 173 McDermot Ave, 204-942-3663. Modern artistic decor, smart staff and exquisite preparations of the classics made by chef Giac Appice win us over. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Colosseo Ristorante 670 Corydon Ave, 204‐284‐4977. House-made classic Italian fare makes this the longstanding city favourite for Italian cravings.
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Frankie’ s Italian Kitchen 505 Sterling Lyon Pkwy, 204-410- 4980. Hailing from the west, this stylish outpost serves the kind of food that brings big Italian families together. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Mona Lisa 1697 Corydon Ave, 204-488‐3687. The cuisine of the Grande family’ s southern Italy home has been offered for more than 30 years at this casual neighbourhood restaurant.
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Monticchio 684 Osborne St, 204-477‐4773. This South Osborne mainstay serves classics. Try signature breaded veal topped with kalamata olives and provolone cheese. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Pasquale’ s 109 Marion St, 204‐231‐1403. This longstanding destination treats all as family. Classic pastas, red sauces and old-fashioned recipes keep diners raving. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Santa Lucia 4 St Mary’ s Rd, 204-237-4134, plus 7 local locations. Generous portions and affordable dishes secure the popularity of this family destination. Greek and Italian classics are draws.
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Shorty’ s Pizza 53 Maryland St, 204-779-7968. 3116 Roblin Blvd, 204-897-6157, Giant New York-style pies pair with nodini garlic knots Leave room for banana cream pudding. LP, A, IA, M, V Tre Visi Café 926 Grosvenor Ave, 204‐475‐4447. Sophisticated bistro carries the tradition of Italian-Mediterranean cuisine. One of the city’ s most sumptuous gnocchi. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Vera Pizzeria 670 Osborne St, 204‐222‐6306. 20-seat South Osborne space with a simple menu of Neapolitan-style pizza holds up tradition. Housemade crust is superb. LP, IA, M, V
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CONTEMPORARY
Bellissimo 1‐877 Waverley St, 204-489‐0495. This sophisticated suburban spot trades in sublime fare, like spinach agnolotti stuffed with mascarpone and spiced squash. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Café Carlo 243 Lilac St, 204-477‐5544. This cozy, chic and consistent bistro serves dishes spiked with equatorial tastes and textures. Those in the know come for stellar beef tenderloin.
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Cibo Waterfront Café 339 Waterfront Dr, 204‐594‐0339. Renovated heritage space boasts one of the best views in the city. Standouts include arancini balls in a fragrant tomato sauce LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Colleen The Forks Market. Local ingredients shine in classic Italian recipes. Daily made burrata and mozzarella, with premium olive oil and mushrooms is revelatory. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Harth 1-980 St Anne’ s Rd, 204-255-0003. South suburban locale draws with its stunning tapas-style menu designed by chef Brent Genyk. Italian delicacies like house-made pasta are stand-outs. WA, LP, IA, M, V Nicolino’ s 4‐2077 Pembina Hwy, 204-269‐5004. Owner Nick Zifarelli oversees a menu of rustic Italian classics. Housemade pasta, appearing in classic and imaginative recipes keeps diners loyal. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Parcel Pizza 221-A Stradbrook Ave, 204-421-6711. Stylish art-deco inspired restaurant serves gourmet pizza on New York-style crust. Zany flavours add a twist to a classic slice. Also creative salads and shareables. A, IA, M, V Passero 774 Corydon Ave, 204-219-7300. Opens at night with carefully thoughtful offerings such as the roasted pork belly and ricotta gnocchi. WA, LP, IA, M, V
Tommy’ s Pizzeria 842 Corydon Ave, 204-219-7499. Sleek old-school, New York diner vibe sets the scene for beloved‘ zas and classic sides. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Vida Cucina Italia 222 Broadway, 204-899-5721. Chef Rosanna Marziale brings pedigree and Michelin starred dishes from Campania to this crowning jewel of the Fort Garry Hotel. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
JAPANESE
Asoyama 1717 Kenaston Blvd, 204‐487‐4222. South suburban spot bursts with options amid bamboo greenery. Creative house rolls and appies engage regulars. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Blüfish 179 Bannatyne Ave, 204-779‐9888. This chic sushi spot in the center of the city draws regulars and visitors alike. Setting balances sophistication with a dose of fun. LP, A, IA, M, V Cho Ichi Ramen 1151 Pembina Hwy, 204-615-8832. Ramen is the mission. Pork tonkotsu broth is cooked for 12 hours.
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Edokko Japanese 532 Waterloo St, 204-306-3333 Premium fish and masterful plates are the hallmarks of chef Masa’ s tiny spot. LP, A, IA, M, V Ichiban 189 Carlton St, 204-925‐7400. Teppanyaki-style fresh entrées are cooked with panache by talented chefs. A sushi bar rounds out the offer. WA, LP, 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. Rotating happy hour specials.. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
Ocean Bites 61 1 / 2 Albert St, 204-504-6111. Exchange District newcomer impresses with premium fish, impressive platters and generously filled rolls. A, IA, M, V Wasabi 588 Broadway, 204-774-4328; 3-1360 Taylor Ave, 204‐415‐7878. New‐school sushi is taken to creative heights. Stunning rolls use premium ingredients, leaving a lasting impression. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
KOREAN
IGI BBQ & Sushi Bistro 10-1875 Pembina Hwy, 204‐477‐9909. It’ s all about table-top, do-it-yourself barbeque at this all-you-can-eat Japanese- and Korean-focused restaurant. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Kiwa 10-2077 Pembina Hwy, 204-261-3131. Enjoy classic dishes like bibimbap, jigaes and chicken wings delivered with bold flavours. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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