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Yujiro 1822 Grant Ave , 204-489‐9254 . Edward Lam brings his stylish approach to traditional dishes and rolls . Try the delicate kaisou salad , mixed seaweed bathed in yuzu dressing . WA , LP , IA , M , V
KOREAN
IGI BBQ & Sushi Bistro 10-1875 Pembina Hwy , 204‐477‐9909 . Table-top , do-it-yourself barbeque at an all-you-can-eat Japanese / Korean restaurant . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Kimchi Sushi 1270 Pembina Hwy , 204‐261-8888 ; 998 Keewatin St , 204-679-1269 . Sleek sushi spot serves Korean specialties for kimchi lovers . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
MEXICAN
Carlos & Murphy ’ s 129 Osborne St , 204-284‐3510 . Serves Mexican cantina food such as taco salads , hot wings , chimichangas , heaping Carlos nachos and renowned iced margaritas . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V La Carnita 456 Main St , 204-504-4522 . Trendy spot inside an Exchange District heritage building . Mexican street corn coated in chilli powder and queso añejo is a must . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
PUB / CANTINA
Amsterdam Tea Room 103-211 Bannatyne Ave , 204-295-7728 . This trendy spot specializes in boozy teas and cocktails alongside Euro-style sharing plates . LP , IA , M , V Brazen Hall 800 Pembina Hwy , 204‐453‐7980 . House-made brews on tap at a stylish , spacious pub . Extensive menu includes modern snacks and entrées .
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Confusion Corner Drinks + Food 500 Corydon Ave , 204-284‐6666 . Sleek , casual restaurant and lounge attracts a young , hip crowd . Innovative menu changes seasonally . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Grove 164 Stafford St , 204-415‐3262 . Elegantly presented British pub fare like bangers and mash served alongside some of the best burgers in the city . LP , A , IA , M , V The King ’ s Head Pub 120 King St , 204-957‐7710 . Enjoy a pint in an English pub setting with an extensive British-style Indian food menu . 30 beers on tap . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Langside Grocery 164 Langside St . Contemporary lounge in a corner brick building in West Broadway . French-inspired small plates pair with creative cocktails .
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Leopold ’ s Tavern 696 Osborne St ; 414 Academy Rd ; 350 North Town Road , 1-855-522-5367 . Large selection of snacks , burgers and poutines . Try the excellent cauliflower bites . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Nonsuch Brewing Co 125 Pacific Ave , 204-666-7824 . Cool brewery with umbrella-adorned ceiling offers seven taps of pours . Chef Tyrone Welchinski ’ s seasonal menu is exquisite . WA , LP , IA , M , V One Great City Brewing Co 1596 Ness Ave , 204‐210‐2337 . Sleek brewpub with a creative menu of elevated bar food to match six varieties of beer brewed on site . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
The Osborne Taphouse 112 Osborne St , 204-219-0477 . Friendly sports bar boasts an extensive vodka bar and gourmet pub grub from the Poutine King . LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM The Roost 651 Corydon Ave , 204‐414‐9313 . A place to perch on Corydon Ave with clever cocktails incorporating seasonal ingredients matched by a changing menu of seasonal small plates .
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Shannon ’ s Irish Pub 175 Carlton St , 204-943‐2302 . Irish hospitality is extended through a huge menu of classic pub food and traditional Irish dishes like shephard ’ s pie . LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Tavern United Six locations , tavernunited . com . Play a game of darts or pool or sit back and watch the game at this English sports pub . Downtown location boasts rooftop patio . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Toad in the Hole 155 Osborne St , 204-284‐7201 . One of the first pubs in town , “ the Toad ” is popular for its tipples and traditional English fare like namessake and scotch eggs . WA , LP , M , V
REGIONAL / CANADIAN
Elements 599 Portage Ave , 204‐786‐9237 . Smart , globally inspired dishes using regional and organic ingredients . Three-step ramen is a perennial and popular pick .
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Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd , 204-489‐6963 . Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh , local products to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine . Award-winning Canadian wine list . LP , A , IA , M , V Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd , 204-224‐2837 . Elegant country estate offers a charming , contemporary atmosphere . Pan-Canadian menu is strong on fish and meat . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E , Oakbank , 204‐777‐3880 . Beautiful country restaurant houses an impressive gift and decor store . Try perogies stuffed with wild mushrooms . WA , LP , 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 , A , IA , M , V
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