Ducky’ s Fish & Chips 884 Notre Dame Ave, 204‐772‐5600. This British-style chip shop serves fried halibut, haddock, cod and other seafood specialties in a room that blends cozy and kitsch. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave, 204-489‐5811. True to its name, this bustling diner specializes in Israeli-style falafel balls served in pitas or on a platter and vegan breakfasts. The yam fries are a must-try. WA, IA The Nook Diner 43 Sherbrook St, 204‐774‐0818. Daytime neighbourhood hangout pushes out short order favourites including a scrumptious eggs Benedict. Breakfast served all day. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V Oscar ' s Deli 175 Hargrave St, 204‐947-0314. Jewish-style diner serving sandwiches piled high with shaved meat alongside new school favourites like quinoa yam hash. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Red Top Drive-In 219 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-233-7943. Winnipeg drive-in style diner continues to impress locals since 1960. Pressure fried chicken is a signature worth waiting for. WA, IA, M, V Sherbrook Street Delicatessan 102 Sherbroook St, 204‐615‐3354. This bright spot makes nostalgia hip with traditional kosher-style cooking. Family recipes with Eastern European flavour. WA, IA, M, V
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; 2220 McGillivray Blvd, 204- 489-2885. 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 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, IA, M, V bestlist
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. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
fast casual
Chosabi A-100 King St, 204‐615‐8338; 2696 Pembina Hwy, 204‐615‐8313; 520 Portage Ave, 204‐615‐9386. Slick and stylish order at the counter spot serves a medley of Asian eats like sushi burritos, curries, and poke bowls. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V The Forks Market 1 Forks Market Rd. The stylish hub of Winnipeg’ s meeting place offers casual dining options centred around The Common, which serves local beer and wine on tap. List of vendors and contact information at theforks. com. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Kawaii Crepe 201-99 Osborne St, 204-415‐2833; 1220 St Mary’ s Rd, 204‐691‐3700. Japanese crêpe joint serves freshly prepared sweet and savoury crêpes in a brightly coloured dining room. IA, M, V King + Bannatyne 4-100 King St, 204‐691‐9757. This sandwich spot’ s specialties include spiced porchetta and juicy, tender brisket. WA, SP, A, IA, M, V Nick’ s on Broadway 287 Broadway, 204‐891‐3636. Nick Graumann’ s impressive lunch offerings include salads, soups and sandwiches, like the killer hot pastrami. Breakfast and sweets also served. WA, IA, M, V Shawarma Khan 225 McDermot Ave, 204‐504‐0453. 2589 Pembina Hwy, 204‐615-6006. Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food in this bright, modern space. Tackle signature dish The Wrath of Khan. WA, A, IA, M, V
Za Pizza Bistro A1-1424 Ellice Ave, 204‐888‐1999; E-1220 St Mary’ s Rd, 204-615‐0808; City Place, 234 Donald St, 204‐691‐0988. Made to order pizzas are along an assembly-line style counter. Regular, whole wheat and gluten-free crust. WA, 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-course surprise dinners at $ 55. Open Fri-Sat 5 pm. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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 French-trained pastry chef and his sweets are too good to share. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V In Ferno’ s Bistro & In Ferno’ s on Academy 312 Des Meurons St, 204-262‐7400( WA, SP); 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, A, IA, M, V Mon Ami Louis 50 Provencher Blvd, 204-938-2226. Chef Luc Jean serves French inspired fare on the Esplanade Riel bridge. Thin crust pizzas in the style of Alsace are a specialty. Open May-Oct. WA, LP, SP, 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 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 French fare. 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 Sous Sol 22-222 Osborne St, soussolosborne. com. Hidden in a basement location at Confusion Corner, this dreamy speakeasy is worth the hunt. An ever changing selection of old school French classics is executed with flair. LP, A, IA, M, V
Georgian
Saperavi 709 Corydon Ave, 204‐416‐3996. The first Georgian restaurant on the prairies overlooks the bustle of Corydon Ave. Specialties include khinkali, a dumpling filled with a spiced blend of minced beef and pork. LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
greek
Gus & Tony’ s at The Park 2015 Portage Ave, 204‐414‐5508. This casual eatery offers brawny burgers, saucy gyros, and perfectly seasoned souvlaki, and fries smothered in house-made chili and feta. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
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