DINNER THEATRE
Celebrations Canad Inns , 1824 Pembina Hwy , 204‐982‐8282 . They ’ ll sing for your supper at this interactive theatre served alongside a four‐course meal . Costumed servers pull you right into the show . Theatrical presentation changes frequently . Reservations required . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
FAMILY
Original Pancake House Clarion Hotel , 1445 Portage Ave , 204‐775‐9035 ; The Forks Market , 204‐947‐5077 ; 1049 Pembina Hwy , 204‐452‐1040 , not LP . A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake . The full menu includes crêpes , waffles , French toast , burgers , roast beef , soups and salads . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Park Café 330 Assiniboine Park Dr , 204‐927‐6001 . Situated in the new Qualico Family Centre , the breakfast and lunch menu of this family‐friendly eatery serves comforting , casual dishes like buttermilk pancakes and pulled pork poutine . WA , LP , SP , M , V , IA The Pony Corral 444 St Mary ’ s Ave , 204‐942‐4414 ; 400 Wilton St , 204‐475‐4464 ; 1050 Nairn Ave , 204‐668‐4414 ; 1700 Pembina Hwy , 204‐275‐3687 . A Greek‐centric menu with steak house favourites . Souvlakis and shrimp are crowd pleasers along with steak dinners that come with all the sides and fixings . A , IA , M , V
FRENCH
Beaujena ’ s French Table 302 Hamel Ave , 204‐233‐4841 . Chef / owner Randy Reynold ’ s table d ’ hôte menu serves seven‐ and five‐course surprise dinners at $ 49 and $ 39 . Open Friday and Saturday at 5 pm . WA , LP , IA , M , V Bistro 7¼ 725 Osborne St , 204‐777‐2525 . The open kitchen , set in the middle of the room , serves up Montreal bistro favourites in a cool urban setting . WA , LP , IA , M , V Bistro Chez Sophie , Chez Sophie Sur Le Pont 248 ave de la Cathédrale , 204‐235‐0353 ; 50 Provencher Blvd , 204‐942‐4142 . French‐trained Chef / owner Stéphane Wild specializes in French family cuisine . His pizzas mirror those in Alsace , with unique cream sauces . Other traditional dishes include the savoury tartiflette . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V , AE Café Ce Soir 937 Portage Ave , 204‐414‐SOIR ( 7647 ). Enjoy favourites like ratatouille and beef bourguignon , and save room for dessert : Chef / owner Cam Tran is a Frenchtrained pastry chef , and his sweets are too good to share . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V . bestlist
In Ferno ’ s Bistro & In Ferno ’ s on Academy 312 Des Meurons St , 204‐262‐7400 ; 414 Academy Rd , 204‐475‐7400 . Chef / owner Fern Kirouac ’ s French‐ Canadian‐meets‐Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city ’ s best . LP , SP , WA , A , IA , M , V ; LP , A , IA , M , V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐989‐7700 . Almost all items from cured meats to mayonnaise are made from scratch . Chef Tristan Foucault ’ s menu offers elegantly updated classics and rustic dishes . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Promenade Cafe 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 French fare from morning to night . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St , 204‐837‐3624 . This industrial‐chic space serves up 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 , using market‐fresh ingredients to create traditional fare . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
GREEK
Homer ’ s 520 Ellice Ave , 204‐788‐4858 . Grecian pillars transport you to ancient Athens at this popular spot . The pastitsio is a wholesome lasagne casserole smothered in a mild Béchamel cheese sauce . WA , LP , SP A , IA , M , V Niko ’ s 740 Corydon Ave , 204‐478‐1144 . Greek and American classics converge at this casual eatery . Large menu boasts souvlaki platters , gyros , burgers and salads . Lightly salted pita bread satisfies . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V , A 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 ] Charisma of India 83 Sherbrook St , 204‐222‐7878 . Dine in or take out savoury dishes steeped in flavour . Creamy vegetable korma and spicy tandoori chicken are menu highlights . WA , LP , IA , V , M Clay Oven 240‐1600 Kenaston Common , 204‐888‐2529 ; 1825 Inkster Blvd , 204‐942‐2529 ; 1 Portage Ave East ( Shaw Park ), 204‐982‐7426 . This extensive East Indian 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 room of the Mehra family ’ s flagship restaurant . The food is flawless , with biryani beautifully presented and perfectly spiced . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V 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
Waves 330 Kennedy Street at Ellice , 204‐783‐3000 . Buffet‐centric dining featuring East Indian and other international signatures . LP , 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 Bistro 1800 1800 Wellington Ave , 204‐786‐0926 . At the Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport , wellmade classics are offered with a slight twist . Served with creative presentation in a contemporary setting . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V 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 wideranging menu , offering short‐order favourites , make for a multi‐generational palate pleaser . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Terrace Dining Room 3975 Portage Ave , 204‐885‐3330 . Overlooking the racetrack at Assiniboia Downs , a multi‐tiered room gives every table a superb view . Reservations required . Thu 5‐8 pm only . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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