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
18 TASTE Winnipeg ’ s Culinary Guide 2017-2018