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Mon Ami Louis 50 Provencher Blvd, 204‐942‐1090. Chef Luc Jean serves traditional French fare on the Esplanade Riel bridge. Thin crust pizzas in the style of Alsace are a specialty. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐989‐7700. Chef Tristan Foucault’ s menu offers elegantly updated classics and rustic dishes. Housemade charcuterie is standout. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Promenade Café and Wine 130‐C Provencher Blvd, 204‐233‐7030. This neighbourhood bistro has the best view of the city’ s skyline, making it a great place to savour classic fare from morning to night. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204‐237‐7072. This industrial‐chic space serves French bistro fare, like smoked Manitoba goldeye fillets and seafood crêpes with Chardonnay velouté and Gruyère. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V
GERMAN
Gasthaus Gutenberger 2583 Portage Ave, 204‐888‐3133. The hearty style of authentic German cuisine is practised in this rustic, chalet‐style atmosphere. Try a housemade Bavarian‐style bratwurst. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
GREEK
Pembina Village Restaurant 333 Pembina Hwy, 204‐477‐5439. Mediterranean and North American cuisine mixed together, with gyros and souvlaki joined by New York steak at this family‐friendly spot. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Tuxedo Village Restaurant 2090 Corydon Ave, 204‐897‐6565. This large family‐run restaurant is famous for its perfectly spiced chicken souvlaki and massive Greek salads that are never stingy on the feta and olives. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
INDIAN
[ see also WORLD FOOD ] Clay Oven 240‐1600 Kenaston Common, 204‐888‐2529; 1 Portage Ave East( Shaw Park), 204‐982‐7426; 247 Edmonton St, 204‐415‐7797. Extensive menu features everything from butter chicken to spicy seafood curries. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V East India Company 349 York Ave, 204‐947‐3097. Centuriesold artifacts grace the walls of the Mehra family’ s flagship restaurant. The food is flawless, with biryani beautifully presented and perfectly spiced. Dinner and lunch buffets offer a spectacular array of choices. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V bestlist
India Palace 770 Ellice Ave, 204‐774‐6061. A large and varied menu features vegetable, chicken, lamb and seafood dinners. Also a lunch and dinner buffet. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Ivory Restaurant 200 Main St, 204‐944‐1600. Ivory channels Bollywood glamour as it combines traditional flavours with an extremely contemporary, colourful and elegant decor. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL / CLASSIC
Bailey’ s 185 Lombard Ave, 204‐944‐1180. Heavy wooden doors open onto a world that celebrates the British Empire. 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. This South Winnipeg favourite sets the standard for suburban‐style fine dining. The elegant atmosphere and the wide‐ranging menu, offering short‐order favourites, make for a multi‐generational palate pleaser. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
INTERNATIONAL / CONTEMPORARY
The Allen Restaurant 281 Donald St, 204‐594‐9494. The historic Metropolitan Theatre has been reborn as a destination dining establishment. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V The Beachcomber The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd, 204‐948‐0020. This restaurant’ s focus on seafood is a reflection of its stunning riverside views. Crab cake sliders are a popular choice. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Bistro 1800 1800 Wellington Ave, 204‐786‐0926. At the Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport, well‐made classics are offered with a slight twist. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V The Blue Marble Restaurant & Lounge 1979 Wellington Ave, 204‐594‐1967. With greens grown on site, fresh delights are served up with artful presentations. Cavena nuda risotto and tuna carpaccio are standouts. WA, LP, IA, A, M, V Café Savour 956 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204‐254‐4681. Hand‐painted tables and vibrant green walls complement the eclectic menu, which draws influence from around the globe. Five‐course menus offered for $ 45. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
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