Kokeb [ Ethiopian ] 266 Edmonton 204‐784‐9267. Expect warm hospitality along with traditional stews of split peas, lentils and cabbage. Be sure to try a cup of vibrant Ethiopian coffee. WA, IA, V, M Kyu Bistro [ Japanese ] 185 Isabel Ave, 204‐504‐8999. Winnipeg’ s first izakaya‐only spot offers small plates of gyoza, agedashi tofu cakes and chicken kara‐age. Ramen bowls make satisfying meals. WA, A, IA, V, M Lao Thai [ Laotian ] 763 Selkirk Ave, 204‐589‐0065. Friendly and warm mother / son team serves colourful Southeast Asian fare. Top‐quality soups, curries, spring rolls, and crab rangoon. City‐wide delivery. WA, LP, IA, M, V Little Saigon [ Vietnamese ] 333‐335 William Ave, 204‐947‐3999. Exchange District restaurant boasts well‐executed house specialties that include salt and pepper shrimp and salad rolls. A comprehensive vegetarian menu. WA, LP, IA, M, V Massawa [ Ethiopian ] 200‐121 Osborne St, 204‐284‐3194. Platters of Ethiopian and Eritrean food are worth the often lengthy wait. Vegetarian menu available. LP, IA, V bestlist
Nou Eul Tor Korean Restaurant [ Korean ] 726 Sargent Ave, 204‐779‐1855. This attractive West End spot touts traditional recipes like chokpal( steamed pork hock). Tabletop barbeques available for some items. WA, LP, IA, M, V Noodle Express [ Asian ] 107‐180 King St, 204‐943‐9760. This small hidden gem serves delectable made‐to‐order dim sum and dumpling options as well as exotic fare such as tripe soup. WA, LP, IA, M, V Pho Kim Tuong [ Vietnamese ] 856 Ellice Ave, 204‐661‐8888. Surprisingly sleek neighbourhood spot offers an exhaustive menu of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Thai specialties. Rich, savoury broth makes soups like pho divine. WA, IA, M, V Pho No. 1 [ Vietnamese ] 81 Isabel St, 204‐943‐7449. Charming Vietnamese noodle soup house serves up flavourful and enticing broths. WA, LP, IA, V Purple Hibiscus [ Caribbean ] 171 Dumoulin St, 204‐233‐0670. This charming St. Boniface spot turns out dishes with plenty of island flava, including spicy jerk chicken and fresh tropical salad. WA, SP, LP, A, IA, M, V
Shawarma Khan [ Middle Eastern ] 225 McDermot Ave, 204‐504‐0453. Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food in this bright, modern space. Tackle signature dish The Wrath of Khan: halal beef / lamb, chicken and falafel all rolled into a generously stuffed pita. WA, A, IA, M, V. Shawarma Time [ Lebanese ] 616 Ellice Ave, 204‐774‐2109. Bright room offers three options of shawarma along with other Middle Eastern specialties. WA, IA, M, V Thida’ s [ Thai ] 78 Donald St, 204‐942‐2639. Quiet, nofrills location tucked under Chateau 100 that consistently delivers. Green apple salad is a refreshing starter. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V, A Tropikis [ Caribbean ] 878 Ellice Ave, 204‐788‐4733. Well‐appointed, almost elegant setting for island favourites like roti. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Smoke’ s Poutinerie [ French Canadian ] 131 Albert St, 204‐253‐2873; 855 Regent Ave, Unit 400, 204‐255‐2873. Mounds of fries, gravy and cheese curds are just the base. The Montreal smoked meat version with tangy mustard and dill pickle pairs perfectly with a sweet black cherry soda. IA
“ Best New Restaurant in Winnipeg”“ The ambience and decor are straight from a downtown boutique hotel in New York or San Francisco and the food is even better.”- Urbanspoon. com diner review, 01 / 2014
Featuring Tapas-style cuisine made with local ingredients
Located in the Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel Validated parking in the airport parkade or valet parking available at the front of the hotel. 1979 Wellington Avenue | 204.594.1967
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