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Best Healthy-ish Dishes
These restaurants offer healthful helpings with just enough
indulgence. Skinny tacos at La Roca swap tortilla for a
crunchy lettuce leaf, transforming carnitas into clean
eating. Up the health factor with grilled fish for an extra
dose of good-for-you. A nice dose of Vitamin A is all
the better to see Era Bistro’s golden carrot fries breaking
open to reveal a vibrant orange centre. Just don’t tell your
optometrist they’re beer battered. The health benefits of a
traditional Japanese diet have long been touted, and Yujiro’s
classic fare is right on track. Tuna goma ae delivers a holy trinity
of healthy fats with a mix of fresh tuna, avocado, and sesame oil. The vegetable dishes at Enoteca look
like art on a plate. A tower of roasted cauliflower (pictured) and juicy orange segments is deliciously
wholesome—the brown butter vinaigrette will be our little secret. Light and fresh entrée options
abound at Across the Board Game Café. Embrace the healthy-ish spirit with a boozy smoothie packed
with berries, banana, almond milk ... and a shot.
BerMax Caffé + Bistro
4-1800 Corydon Ave, 204-691-0044.
One of the few spots in Canada to
serve famous illy coffee. Specialty
drinks as well as kosher baked goods,
and bistro style menu in a sleek, well-
designed space. WA, IA, M, V
Bison Berry Restaurant
865 Main St, 204-949-1338. Café in
specialty food store Neechi Commons
serves hearty breakfasts and lunches.
Kookum's boule, a traditional Métis
dish of meatballs and potatoes, is a
highlight. WA, IA, M, V
Buffalo Stone Café
1961 McCreary Rd, 204-989-8370.
Relax at FortWhyte Alive in a serene
lakeside setting. Menu highlights
include hearty sandwiches, soups
and a signature bison burger. WA, SP,
IA, M, V
Clementine Café
123 Princess St, 204-942-9497.
Underground nook has stellar offerings
for breakfast and lunch, including
fresh baking and a lineup of morning
cocktails. Sophisticated fl avours are
drawn from spices and ingredients
from around the globe. LP, A, IA, M, V
Cocoabeans Bakeshop & Café
774 Corydon Ave, 204-691-6046.
Gluten-free cafe serves light, fresh
dishes that cater to all dietary
restrictions, like vegan mac n’ cheese
made with dairy free cheddar and
brown rice pasta and sugar free
desserts. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V
Feast Café & Bistro
587 Ellice Ave, 204-691-5979. This
cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba’s
Indigenous groups, with a menu rich
in bannock, bison and berries. WA,
LP, IA, M, V
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TASTE Winnipeg’s Culinary Guide 2017-2018
Forth
171 McDermot Ave. This well-
designed, sun dappled cafe inside an
Exchange District heritage building is
home to local roaster Dogwood Coffee
Co. Head to the downstairs bar for
cocktails and appetizers. LP, SP, M, V
The Fyxx
310 Broadway, 204-989-2470. A
creative selection of sandwiches and
soup and a bright, airy atmosphere
make this downtown espresso bar a
great spot for lunch or chatting over
coffee. WA, IA, M, V
Green Carrot Juice Co
132 Osbone St ,204-691-0771.
11-2090 Corydon Ave, 204-414-3401. A
health-conscious menu of cold pressed
juices, teas, and light fare. Serves up
creative combinations of acai bowls
with dates, banana and goji berries.
WA, A, IA, M, V
Joe Black Coffee Bar
2037 Portage Ave, 204-415-1660.
Across the bridge from Assiniboine
Park, this mod café serves up casual
lunch fare and sinfully delicious
desserts from Chocolate Zen Bakery.
WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V, ATM
Jolly Friar Café
112 Marion St, 204-233-4475. Housed
in the Norwood Hotel, this cozy
spot turns out comfort food with
neighbourhood fl avour like split pea
soup and shepherd’s pie. WA, LP, IA,
A, M, V
Marion Street Eatery
393 Marion Street, 204-233-2843. Chef
Melissa Hryb elevates homey comfort
food with touches of elegance. Try
gourmet mac & cheese with bacon
and pretzel topping. LP, SP, A, IA,
M, V
The Oakwood
660 Osborne St, 204-475-4250. Sleek
decor and a commitment to local
sourcing elevates this neighbourhood
favourite. Filling breakfasts and twists
on comfort food are top picks. Don’t
miss the chalkboard menu listing an
indulgent array of desserts. WA, LP, A,
IA, M, V
The Tallest Poppy
103 Sherbrook St, 204-219-8777.
Located in the Sherbrook Inn, this
comfort food with-a-twist diner serves
soul food inspired eats with decidedly
Northern ingredients. Buttermilk fried
chicken is excellent. LP, SP, IA, M, V
Twist Café
392 Graham Ave, 204-668-9478. Meat
loaf and vegetarian sandwiches are
just some of the options offered at this
colourful café. Scrumptious desserts
are also available. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V
Verde Juice Bar
887 Westminster Ave, 204-615-8733.
Mod spot serves energy boosting
juices and smooth