bestlist
World Food
Baraka Pita Bakery [ Lebanese ] 1783 Main St, 204‐334‐2004. Famous for in-house fired pita bread, this North End gem offers falafel pitas, pita pizzas and specialty dips like hummus. WA, IA, V, M Gohe [ Ethiopian ] 533 Sargent Ave, 204‐414‐1529. Rich doro wat and vibrant lentil stews are highlights at this popular spot. Combo platters are perfect for sampling with a group. IA, M, V. Fusian Experience [ Japanese ] 612 Academy Rd, 204-691-9334 Fresh ingredients with the latest in Japanese cuisine. Serves up lemongrass pork wraps, miso glazed cod pasta and classic sushi rolls with an exotic twist like the Famous Amos roll. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V La Fiesta Cafecito [ Salvadoran ] Unit M-730 St. Anne’ s Rd, 204‐257‐7108. The vacation-inspired decor offers the perfect setting for platters and exotic fruit drinks. Try the burrito podoreso or the champion pupusa. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Mercadito Latino [ South American ] 570 Sargent Ave, 204‐415‐2870. Tiny West End spot houses big flavour, with favourites like papusas, tamales, and tacos. Corner shelves are stocked with hard-to-find food items imported from south of the border. WA, IA Noodle Express [ Chinese ] 107-180 King St, 204‐943‐9760. This small hidden gem serves delectable made-to-order dim sum and dumpling options as well as exotic fare such as tripe soup. WA, LP, IA, M, V Pho Hoang [ Vietnamese ] 794 Sargent Ave, 204‐415‐6893. The pho at this chic and comfortable strip mall spot ranks among the city’ s best. Rich broth gains its deep flavour from a 24-hour simmering process. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Shawarma Khan [ Middle Eastern ] 225 McDermot Ave, 204‐504‐0453. Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food in this bright, modern space. Tackle signature dish The Wrath of Khan: halal beef / lamb, chicken and falafel all rolled into a generously stuffed pita. WA, A, IA, M, V Vi-Ann [ Vietnamese ] 1020 Notre Dame, 204-5050-8833 Large portions and fragrant broth make pho the main attraction. WA, LP, IA, M, V Vientiane [ Thai / Laotian ] 12-208 Marion St, 204‐235‐1576. Seafood-centric dishes and curries are sized to share. First timers should stick to the low end of the 1-10 spiciness scale. WA, IA, M, V
Real food from the land …
At Peasant Cookery we have a passion for transforming fresh ingredients into original and trend-forward cuisine. Our rustic, seasonally inspired menu, famous housemade charcuterie, combined with exceptional service and inviting bistro atmosphere, are an experience not to be missed!
100-283 bannatyne avenue, winnipeg | 204.989-7700 wowhospitality. ca
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