ALL YOU CAN MEAT
Winnipeg ’ s only churrascaria brings Brazilian gaucho culture to the heart of the prairie . FRESH OFF THE GRILL . AS MUCH AS YOU CAN EAT . A FEAST FOR THE SENSES .
IT ’ S COLOURFUL . IT ’ S BOLD . IT ’ S JUICY .
270 Waterfront Drive ( at Bannatyne Ave .) 204-505-0945 www . carnavalrestaurant . ca
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Sun Fortune 15‐2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269‐6868 . Bustling Chinatown atmosphere in a south suburban shopping mall favoured by university crowd . Barbequed duck is a must . WA , LP , IA , M , V Yea Dim Sum 277 Rupert Ave , 204-505‐0800 . Chinatown spot rebranded with contemporary tony decor and a matching modern approach to Asian flavours . WA , 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 and French toast as well as 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 menu of this eatery draws from regional ingredients . Comforting , casual dishes like buttermilk pancakes and pulled pork poutine appeal to all . WA , LP , SP , M , V , IA
FONDUE
The Melting Pot 218 Sherbrook St , 204-783‐1317 . It ’ s all about the fondues , including four kinds of cheese fondue . Also try teriyaki sirloin and filet mignon in oil . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
FRENCH
Bistro 7¼ 725 Osborne St , 204-777‐2525 . With the recent expansion and addition of a lounge , the restaurant now has a sexier look . Chef / owner Alex Svenne ’ s tiny open kitchen is set right in the middle of the room , promoting conversation between the chef and diners . Montreal bistro favourites anchor the exciting menu . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
Café Ce Soir 937 Portage Ave , 204-414-SOIR . Enjoy expertly executed French café favourites like ratatouille and beef bourguignon at this cozy spot . Save room for dessert : Chef / owner Cam Tran is a French-trained pastry chef , and his delectable delights like Death by Chocolate , layers of chocolate crème brûlée , flourless chocolate cake and chocolate mousse , are too good to share . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V . Beaujena ’ s French Table 302 Hamel Ave , 204-233‐4841 . Wines are expertly paired with Chef Randy Reynold ’ s French and Mediterraneantable d ’ hôte . Seven- and five-course surprise dinners at $ 49 and $ 39 . Open Friday and Saturday at 5 pm . WA , LP , IA , M , V
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