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Bailey ’ s 185 Lombard Ave , 204-944‐1180 . Heavy wooden doors open into a cozy , Brit-themed spot . Specialties include the reuben , 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 . Sets the standard for suburban-style fine dining . The wide-ranging menu makes for a multi-generational palate pleaser .
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Silver Heights Restaurant 2169 Portage Ave , 204-889-7246 . Long-established neighbourhood eatery popular for its certified Angus steaks and bbq ribs smothered in house-made sauce . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
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Blaze Restaurant & Lounge Delta Winnipeg , 350 St . Mary Ave , 204‐944‐7259 . Shareable appies along with meat and cheese boards are perfect for group nibbling .
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Capital Grill and Bar 3116 Roblin Blvd , 204‐615‐3116 ; 275 Broadway , 204-416-1144 . Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses in the sleek , modern dining rooms over a mix of homey and high cuisine . WA ,
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Close Co . 256 Stafford St , 204‐691-7788 . Creative sharing plates keep those in the know returning regularly . Servers share their impressive wine knowledge and make wine pairings easy . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Enoteca A-1670 Corydon Ave , 204‐487‐1529 . This ultra-hip space boasts a creative sharing plate-style menu using exotic ingredients . Chef Scott Bagshaw ’ s beef tartare with quail egg is exquisite .
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Máquè 909 Dorchester Ave , 204‐284‐3385 . Impeccable adaptations of pan-Asian cuisine in a cozy Crescentwood dining room . Try the smoked duck or soy braised shiitake steamed baos .
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The Mitchell Block 173 McDermot Ave , 204-949‐9032 . Exchange District spot serves eclectic , Mediterranean-influenced menu in an industrial-chic setting . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Oxbow 557 Osborne St , 204-691-5373 . This farm-to-table restaurant with an ever-changing menu focuses on seasonal ingredients . Natural wines are a perfect pairing . LP , A , IA , M , V The Palm Lounge Fort Garry Hotel , 222 Broadway , 1-800-665-8088 . This swish lounge boasts an live jazz performances and a fantastic kitchen making upscale eats .
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Saddlery on Market 114 Market Ave , 204‐615‐1898 . Twists on comfort food are presented in a chic heritage space , once the site of the Great West Saddlery Company . WA , LP ,
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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 .
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Alena Rustic Italian 3670 Roblin Blvd ., 204‐944‐8748 . Dream team Doug Stephens and Chef Michael Dacquisto bring homestyle Italian cooking to Çharleswood .
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Colosseo Ristorante 670 Corydon Ave , 204‐284‐4977 . House-made classic Italian fare and . a friendly environment makes it a favourite for family outings . WA , SP , LP ,
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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 .
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Little Nana ’ s Italian Kitchen 810 Beverley St , 204-219-2615 . Calabrian flavours and modern presentations are served with old-fashioned , Nonna-style generosity .
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Monticchio 684 Osborne St , 204-477‐4773 . South Osborne spot serves traditional Italian recipes in a contemporary space . Try the breaded veal topped kalamata olives and provolone . WA , LP , IA , M , V Pasquale ’ s 109 Marion St , 204‐231‐1403 . St . Boniface destination treats all as family . Classic pastas , red sauces and old-fashioned recipes keep diners raving . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Tre Visi Café 926 Grosvenor Ave , 204‐475‐4447 . Sophisticated bistro serving nationally recognized cuisine . Menu includes a sumptuous gnocchi . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Vera Pizzeria 670 Osborne St , 204‐222‐6306 . Trendy 20-seat South Osborne favourite specializing in wood-fired Neapolitanstyle pizza . LP , IA , M , V
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Bellissimo 877 Waverley St , 204-489‐0495 . Upscale neighbourhood spot offers sublime fare , don ’ t miss the stuffed spinach
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Café Carlo 243 Lilac St , 204-477‐5544 . This cozy , chic bistro serves dishes spiked with equatorial tastes and textures . Try the stellar beef tenderloin WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Carbone 260 St Mary Ave , 204‐691‐2213 ; 680 St Anne ’ s Rd , 204‐615‐8117 ; 3326 Portage Ave , 204‐987‐0952 . Coal fired pizza with tantalizing toppings is a fan favourite . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Cibo Waterfront Café 339 Waterfront Dr , 204‐594‐0339 . Renovated heritage space boasts one of the best views in the city . Mediterranean small plates have big , bold flavours . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Harth 1-980 St Anne ’ s Rd , 204-255-0003 . Suburban locale draws in loyal diners from across the city with its stunning tapas-style menu and house-made pasta . WA , LP , IA , M , V Nicolino ’ s 4‐2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269‐5004 . Rustic Italian classics sparkling with regional ingredients . Try anything with the bechamel . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Passero and Corto 1 Forks Market Rd , 204-219-7300 . Corto serves as a sandwich counter and specialty coffee shop at lunch . Passero opens at night withupscale dinner offerings . WA , LP , IA , M , V Santa Ana 1631 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐415‐1440 . Wood-fired and stone-baked pizzas and pastas are the star of this show at this warm and bustliting suburban resataurant . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Tommy ’ s Pizzeria 842 Corydon Ave , 204-219-7499 . Sleek and modern , the thick Detroit-style pie is a must-try , as is Tommy ’ s awardwinning spicy honey pizza . WA , LP , SP , A ,
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Asoyama 1717 Kenaston Blvd , 204‐487‐4222 . Popular sushi chain bursting with options , including signature house rolls , noodles and grilled seafood .
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Blüfish 179 Bannatyne Ave , 204-779‐9888 . This chic sushi spot balances sophistication with fun . Try playful pan-seared cuttlefish with gingerlaced teriyaki sauce . A , IA , M , V Cho Ichi Ramen 1151 Pembina Hwy , 204-615-8832 . Extra flavourful ramen . Appetizers include Japanese street-food favourites like takoyaki , fried octopus balls . LP , A , IA , M , V GaiJin Izakaya 2-1575 Regent Ave W , 204-615-6868 . Japanese small plates , all-day ramen and premium drinks served in a cool open concept space keep local diners happy . 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 simple , modern bistro . Presentation is impressive , as are flavours . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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