top 30 patios
Peasant Cookery
◆ 529 Wellington’s lucky location
sets its tables on a manicured
back lawn adjacent Assiniboine
River.
◆ Retreat from the bustle of
Corydon Avenue to Aurora's
private courtyard for a relaxing
taste of Italy.
in winnipeg
Park Café
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Carlos & Murphy's
◆ Outside the Canadian Museum for ◆ Arguably the most stunning sunset
Human Rights, sample Era Bistro's
fresh, local fare with a view of
indigenous prairie grasses.
◆ Step through the gate to a brick-lined
patio oasis at InFerno’s Bistro, and
nosh on frog leg hors d'oeuvres.
◆ Cobblestones, shade trees and
◆ Enjoy an eclectic menu of snacks
view of Winnipeg's skyline can be
snapped from a seat at Promenade
Café & Wine, adjacent the
Esplanade Riel walking bridge.
◆ Inside, admire the design details
of this 100 year old train station;
outside, enjoy Resto Gare’s artsy
décor, gorgeous flowers and live
jazz.
umbrellas at The Keg on Garry Street
transform this tony destination into a
◆ Mexican eatery La Roca’s double
restful place to sip something cold.
tiered downtown patio has room
◆ The chic patio at Corydon Avenue's ◆ Mona Lisa’s sidewalk café delivers
for both streetside people watchers
Café 22 is one of the city's
Italian family recipes with so much
and rooftop-loving city slickers.
trendiest spots for summer sipping. love homesick travelers will think
◆ Come home to nest at The Roost's
they have been adopted.
◆ Café La Scala is a perennial
cute and cozy rooftop patio
favourite Corydon sidewalk spot ◆ A suburban sidewalk patio is
overlooking Corydon Ave. Clever
to graze and gawk at the beautiful
transformed into a lush floral setting
cocktails and small plates add to
people walking by.
at South Winnipeg’s Nicolino’s.
the charm.
and entrées on Brazen Hall's
contemporary space.
◆ Order up your nachos and
margaritas because Carlos &
Murphy’s is muy caliente.
◆ Cibo Waterfront Café virtually
hangs over the Red River at
the end of a short stroll down
Waterfront Drive.
◆ Considering the Original Pancake
House had us at “pancakes” it is
mighty generous of them to offer
all day sunny side seating in the
center of The Forks action.
◆ The Park Café’s hidden secret
◆ The largest urban patio in the city,
Rudy’s Eat & Drink is a stylish
space that makes every hour happy.
◆ Chef Adam Donnelly’s beautiful
presentations draw foodies and
beauties alike to the hip and stylish
patio of Segovia.
garden nestled in Assiniboine
Park offers a lush escape to match
◆ Enjoy a baseball game and river
◆ Smith’s contemporary and
fresh, decadent brunch offerings.
view from Clay Oven’s best seats
comfy seating creates a relaxing,
overlooking Shaw Park.
greenery-imbued oasis amidst the
◆ On the tranquil rooftop patio at
buzz of The Forks.
Pasquale's Ristorante & Pizzeria,
◆ Colosseo Ristorante, a Corydon
dine on red sauce pastas amongst
Avenue landmark for Italian food
◆ Several of Stella’s seven locations
the aromas of fresh herbs.
lovers, serves a view of street life
boast pretty patios; take to the
with its spaghetti.
rooftop at the Pembina location or
◆ The people-watching is as fun as the
nestle amongst a secluded garden
food
and
drinks
at
Peasant
Cookery
Confusion
Corner
Bar
&
Grill’s
◆
at CCFM.
retractable roof blends outdoor fun across from Old Market Square.
with protection from the elements.
◆ Tavern United's rooftop sofas
◆ For those seeking a Mexican resort
offer a soft spot to relax after a day
state of mind, the palapas at Pier 7
◆ East Exchange District’s Corrientes
pounding the pavement downtown.
Pony Corral have you covered. Warm
offers a street side seat amidst
up with fireside seating after dark.
Oh, and the view is dazzling!
historic architecture and nightlife.
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TASTE Winnipeg’s Culinary Guide 2019-2020