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Regional Rockstars
To pull off truly impeccable regional cuisine, two elements
must be at play—a commitment to local ingredients and
the creativity to transform these specialties into culinary
masterpieces. Passion for patties makes Nuburger the
burger shack of our dreams. Unique creations make use of
regional flavours like bison burgers topped with blueberry
barbeque sauce. Everything from bread to beer is made
in house at Peg Beer Co Smoked corned beef is served
with a mound of roasted prairie veggies and sandwich
fixings for family style sharing (pictured). Bouchee
Boucher takes nose-to-tail cooking to the next level with
an attached butcher counter. Housemade sausage is kicked
up with chickpea curry and ricotta gnudi. Fusion Grill
has been a pioneer of local eating in Winnipeg for 20 years.
Expect delightful twists of global mash-ups like samosas stuffed
with Manitoba wild rice and beluga lentils. Just outside the city,
Pineridge Hollow procures veggies from a garden mere steps away.
Beets transformed into crispy chips are complemented by creamy and
tangy goat cheese dip.
Massawa [Ethiopian]
200-121 Osborne St, 204-284-3194.
Platters of Ethiopian and Eritrean food
are worth the often lengthy wait in
this charming Osborne Village eatery.
LP, IA, V
Noodle Express [Chinese]
107-180 King St, 204-943-9760. Hidden
gem serves delectable made-to-order
dim sum and dumpling options as well
as exotic fare. WA, LP, IA, M, V
La Pampa [Argentinean]
10-1604 St Mary’s Road,
204-615-8969. Authentic empanadas
in traditional and creative fl avours
are prepared on site for take out. WA,
IA, M, V
Pho Hoang [Vietnamese]
794 Sargent Ave, 204-415-6893. The
pho at this chic spot ranks among the
city’s best. Rich broth gains its deep
fl avour from a 24-hour simmering
process. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Pho Kim Tuong [Vietnamese]
856 Ellice Ave, 204-661-8888. Sleek
neighbourhood spot offers an
exhaustive menu of Vietnamese and
Chinese specialties. WA, IA, M, V
Pho-Yo [Vietnamese]
513-B St. Mary’s Rd, 204-615-0234.
This cozy noodle house serves
Vietnamese specialities. Try meaty
bowls of pho or a warm vermicelli
bowl. WA, LP, 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
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TASTE Winnipeg’s Culinary Guide 2017-2018
Smoke’s Poutinerie [French
Canadian]
131 Albert St, 204-253-2873;
855 Regent Ave, Unit 400,
204-255-2873. Mounds of fries, rich
homemade gravy and cheese curds are
just the base. IA, M, V
Thanh Huong [Vietnamese]
534 Sargent Ave, 204-774-8888.
French-accented North Vietnamese
and Chinese cuisine. The satay beef
noodle soup is satisfying. WA, LP, A,
IA, M, V
Thida’s [Thai]
78 Donald St, 204-942-2639. Quiet,
no-frills location tucked under Chateau
100 that consistently delivers. Green
apple salad is a refreshing starter. WA,
LP, SP, IA, M, V, A
Vi-Ann [Vietnamese]
1020 Notre Dame, 204-5050-8833.
Large portions and lots of variety draw
crowds here, but fragrant broth makes
pho the main attraction in this fun,
casual restaurant. WA, LP, IA, M, V
WORTH THE DRIVE
Since all the following restaurants
are outside of the city, it is
suggested that you call ahead for
hours and reservations.
Beach Boy Restaurant
70 1st Ave, Gimli, 204-642-7560
In the centre of the main hub, fi nd
local favourite serving fresh lake fi sh
and casual Greek specialties. Order at
the counter and enjoy the bustle of the
beach crowd while you wait. WA, LP,
SP, IA, M, V
Chinos
824 Main St, Steinbach,
204-326-9053.
Set inside a greenhouse, this
charming spot serves wood-fi