Best Lake Fish
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Best Lake Fish
Manitoba has more than 80 species of fish, beating out almost every province. When it comes to regional eating, freshwater fish makes the cut every time. The province ' s favourite fish shines in Clay Oven ' s Hakka pickerel( pictured), cooked in a slow-burning chilli and garlic sauce. The Manitoba pickerel at Le Garage Cafe satiates cravings for shore lunch. A cornmeal crusted fillet is topped with capered chardonnay butter, and set on a bed of rice pilaf.
Cured Arctic Char is topped with caviar along with Middle Eastern touches like pita bread and baba ghanoush at Smith. Fusion Grill proudly showcases Lake Kisseynew Northern pike in the Northern Waters entree, accentuating freshwater flavours with a Bullhorn pepper rub and side of mascarpone potato croquette. Era Bistro presses pickerel between toasted ciabatta buns with nutritious fixings and a hit of jalapeno remoulade in its pickerel po ' boy.
Marion Street Eatery 393 Marion Street, 204-233-2843. Chef Melissa Hryb elevates comfort food with touches of elegance, like gourmet mac & cheese topped with bacon and pretzel. 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. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Stella’ s Café & Bakery 7 Winnipeg locations, see stellas. ca. Local favourite for breakfast and baked goods. Also boasts entrées, hearty soups, sandwiches and homey curries. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Verde Juice Bar 887 Westminster Ave, 204-615-8733. Mod spot serves energy boosting juices and smoothies, alongside superfood salads and snacks. M, V
CASINO DINING
Jag ' s Restaurant 1425 Regent Ave W, 204-982-3793. Impressive international dinner buffet inside Club Regent Casino. Must be 18 or older to enter. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Mango’ s Restaurant South Beach Casino, 1 Ocean Dr, Scanterbury, MB, 1-877-775-8259. Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s-style setting. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
CHINESE
Dim Sum Garden 2677 Pembina Hwy, 204-269-7799; 885 Henderson Hwy, 204-661-3135; 2-268 King St, 204-942-8297. More than 50 types of dim sum. À la carte Szechuan and Cantonese favourites. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Kum Koon Garden 257 King St, 204-943-4655. Chinatown ' s largest restaurant serves dim sum lunches and Cantonese specialties. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Ming Court 236 Edmonton St, 204-949-1087. Specializes in Northern Chinese cuisine. Try the jumbo shrimp served with sweet and sour sauce. LP, IA, M, V North Garden 6-33 University Cres, 204-275-2591. Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine, like succulent barbequed duck. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
COFFEE
Cafe Postal, 202 Provencher Blvd, 204-414-3654; Fools & Horses, 379 Broadway, 1 Forks Market Rd; Joe and Lily, 145 Pacifi c Ave; Little Sister Coffee Maker, 470 River Ave; Make Coffee + Stuff, 751 Corydon Ave, 204-414-0101; Mountain Bean, 2001 Henderson Hwy, 204-334- 6959. Parlour Coffee, 468 Main St; Scout: Coffee + Tea, 859 Portage Ave; Thom Bargen Coffee & Tea, 64 Sherbrook St, 250 Kennedy St.
DANISH
Bistro Dansk 63 Sherbrook St, 204-775-5662. This nationally-recognized yet intimate restaurant serves European comfort food. WA, LP, A, M, V
DELI / DINER
Bernstein’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave, 204-488-4552. Jewish specialties and homestyle take-out deli staples like bagels with cream cheese and lox. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V
Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave, 204-489-5811. This bustling diner specializes in Israelistyle falafel balls served in pitas or on a platter and vegan breakfasts. WA, IA The Nook Diner 43 Sherbrook St, 204-774-0818. Daytime neighbourhood hangout pushes out short order favourites. Breakfast served all day. WA, SP, LP, IA, M, V Red Top Drive-Inn 219 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-233-7943. Winnipeg drive-in style diner continues to impress locals with heaping portions and fried chicken. WA, IA, M, V Salisbury House / Sals Xpress 12 Winnipeg locations, see salisburyhouse. ca. Cheap and cheerful local favourite since 1931 known for its nips( burgers), wafer pie and 24 hour service. 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. 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. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V
16 TASTE Winnipeg’ s Culinary Guide 2018-2019