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Great Local
Eats
Warm up with our new winter menu
Check out our range of ready to heat meals
Vegetarian and gluten free options always available
Order at oakwoodcafe . ca for PICK-UP and DELIVERY
660 Osborne St . ( 204 ) 475-4250 oakwoodcafe . ca

Journey Into Thai Culture

One of nine restaurants in Canada to receive Thai Select Premium Award recognizing authentic Thai cuisine .
587 St Anne ’ s Rd . ( 204 ) 254-7765 siamthairestaurant . ca bestlist
Shannon ’ s Irish Pub 175 Carlton St , 204-943‐2302 . Irish hospitality is extended through a huge menu of classic pub food and traditional dishes , as well as darts and billards . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Tavern United Six locations , Tavernunited . com . Play a game of darts or pool or sit back and watch the big game on one of many big screens at this English sports pub . Downtown location boasts popular rooftop patio . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Toad in the Hole 155 Osborne St , 204-284‐7201 . One of the first pubs in town , “ the Toad ” is extremely popular with the Village crowd for its tipples and board games . Classic pub grub includes namesake and scotch eggs . WA , LP , SP , M , V Underdogs 2609 Portage Ave , 204‐615‐6104 . Rally around smart , creative pub staples at this sports bar-styled spot . Perogy nachos , chorizo poutine and yam-topped burgers give bar food a good name . LP , IA , M , V
REGIONAL / CANADIAN
Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd , 204-489‐6963 . Talented Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products sourced locally to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine . The award-winning wine list is exclusively Canadian . LP , A , IA , M , V Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd , 204-224‐2837 . This elegant country estate has several rooms offering a charming , contemporary dining atmosphere . Pan-Canadian menu is strong on fish and meat . WA , LP , SP , 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 as a regionally inspired treat . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Smith 75 Forks Market Rd , 204‐944‐2445 . Plays on plaid and nostalgic Canadian touches offer a backdrop to scratchmade , upscale regional cuisine . Pounded cheese is a favourite shareable starter , and the breakfast is excellent .. WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V The VG Restaurant The Fairmont Hotel , 2 Lombard Pl , 204‐985‐6255 . Chef Tim Palmer stuns with unique applications of local flavours . Pho with a vegan twist wows the lunch crowd . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
RIBS
The Rib Room Best Western Plus , 330 York Ave , 204-942‐0101 . This long-time local favourite has an extensive menu including lamb , prime rib and filet mignon that keeps loyal diners coming back . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Tony Roma ’ s Famous for Ribs 656 St . James St , 204-949‐9426 ; 1500 Pembina Hwy , 204‐477‐5195 . This family-friendly international chain has won many awards for its baby back ribs . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
SOUTH AMERICAN /
SPANISH
Carnaval Brazilian BBQ 270 Waterfront Dr , 204‐505‐0945 . Winnipeg ’ s only Brazilian barbeque has carved out a sizzling carnivore ’ s paradise in the Exchange District .
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Cordova 93 Albert St , 204-691-1900 . This casual and lively atmosphere offers unique European-influenced tapas , beer and wine selection . Chicken liver pâté is luscious and smooth . LP , IA , M , V Corrientes Argentine Pizzeria 137 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐219‐5398 . Argentinean-style pizza boutique serves up pies with unique toppings and empanadas in an historic Exchange District location . LP , SP , IA , M ,
STEAK & SEAFOOD
529 Wellington Steakhouse 529 Wellington Cres , 204-487‐8325 . A historic mansion offers grand style along with top Canadian prime beef . Wine list selections draws the city ’ s toniest clientele . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Chop Steakhouse & Bar 1750 Sargent Ave , 204‐788‐2015 . This stylish and swanky Canadian steakhouse chain flaunts an in-house butcher and pastry chef , and an impeccable menu . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Hy ’ s Steakhouse 1 Lombard Pl , 204‐942‐1000 . A classic Winnipeg establishment for more than 60 years , comfortably opulent with traditional dark panelling . Canadian prime rib and perfectly aged steaks are outstanding . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 115 Garry St , 204-942‐7619 ; 2034 McGillivray Blvd , 204-477‐5300 ; 2553 Portage Ave , 204-885‐5275 . It ’ s all about consistency . The Keg delivers sizzling steaks off the grill in a friendly , casual atmosphere . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Rae & Jerry ’ s 1405 Portage Ave , 204-783‐6155 . Step into another time at this classic steakhouse . Attentive service , excellent cocktails , and old school favourites like liver dinners and prime rib sandwiches are superior . WA , LP ,
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TAPROOMS
The number of local breweries is ever-increasing , with on-site taprooms for hopheads to sip a pint on site . Barn Hammer Brewing Co , 595 Wall St , Barnhammerbrewing . ca ; Half Pints Brewing Co , 550 Roseberry St , 204‐832‐PINT ( 7468 );
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