HILL ST.
destination dining
west end The pulse of the West End beats with a variety of cool multi-culturally rich places. This expansive neighbourhood represents the largest commercial district in the city, populated with many small, family-run eateries. Gracious servers guide diners in unfamiliar territory with an affable mix of information and encouragement at Baro Ethiopian and Eritrean. For adventurers who can’ t decide between the Tibs, Doro Wat or Shiro, the Agilgil platter, is a flavourful shareable feast. Little Korea shares classic beloved tastes from Chef Doek-Yeon Oh ' s beloved homeland. Beef bulgogi, a signature of the cuisine, gets its deep umami flavour from a sesame and
LIPTON ST.
BANNING ST.
ALVERSTONE ST.
YUKA ' S BAKERY
BARO ETHIOPIAN AND ERITREAN
ARLINGTON ST.
HOME ST.
WELLINGTON AVE.
SIMCOE ST.
BEVERLEY ST.
SARGENT AVE.
SARGENT TACO
ELLICE AVE.
TORONTO ST.
NOTRE DAME AVE.
VICTOR ST.
AGNES ST.
MCGEE ST.
MORDENS '
MCDERMOT AVE.
MARYLAND ST.
SHERBROOK ST.
FURBY ST.
LITTLE KOREA
soy marinade. Famous for its Russian Mints, Morden’ s Candy peppermint infused truffles have maintained popularity since placing first at the 1984 New Orleans World Fair. This flagship store delivers a multisensory experience. Yuka’ s Japanese Bakery fills its pastry case with cute pastries, mochi and ridiculously fluffy cheesecake sure to impress. A whimsical cafe beckons sweet shoppers to stay for savoury onigiri, gyoza or chicken katsu. Don’ t let Sargent Taco’ s lowkey store front pass by without making a stop for tacos that preserve Mexican tradition. Chicken mole is popular stand out or heat things up with a Rajita, an indulgently creamy mix layered with jalapeno, onion, corn and cheese.
Little Korea
MCMICKEN ST. LANGSIDE ST.
YOUNG ST.
CROMWELL ST.
BIRCHDALE AVE.
WALMER ST.
KIRKDALE ST.
LAWNDALE AVE. st boniface Home to the largest Francophone population outside of Quebec, Winnipeg’ s St. Boniface is a bonafide destination for French and French-Canadian delicacies. Culinary culture has diversified over the years, adding vibrant flavours and trendy ideas. Dug & Betty’ s Ice Creamery intersects French bistro fare and artisanal ice-cream offerings with aplomb. The Fog & Oats cookie sandwich makes a cool meal capper tucking London Fog tea into a cold snack. Santa Lucia proves it’ s possible to run an old school family-style restaurant for generations, using recipes for timeless Italian and Greek classics. Spinach and ricotta stuffed manicotti, coated in sweet marinara and gooey, melted mozzarella is an impressive favourite. Crisp, flaky croissants can be paired with coffee and a seat to sip at Le Croissant. Behind the scenes, the team of bakers turns out divine tarts, breads and pastries. For those seeking the coveted classics of Italy, bold pastas and
SANTA LUCIA PIZZA
FERNDALE AVE.
CLAREMONT AVE.
MONCK AVE.
PASQUALE ' S
TACHE AVE.
LE CROISSANT
ST. MARY ' S RD.
HIGHFIELD ST.
KENNY ST.
GOULET ST.
MARION ST. HORACE ST.
EUGENIE ST.
TRAVERSE AVE.
KITSON ST.
BRAEMAR AVE.
ENFIELD CRES.
DUBOC ST.
RED TOP DRIVE INN
DUG & BETTY ' S ICE CREAM
NIVERVILLE AVE.
DES MEURONS ST.
traditional pizzas bring intense flavour across the board at Pasquale’ s Ristorante Italiano. Marinara and bolognese can be enjoyed on spaghetti, ravioli – and a robust meaty lasagna, alone worth the visit. Originally owned by the siblings famed for pioneering the local, chili slathered burger known as the Fat Boy, 66-year-old burger joint Red Top Drive Inn maintains its place of pride. Here, a juicy patty loaded with mustard, mayo, a dill pickle, cheese, and onions, and of course, a layer of warmly spiced and tangy chili is called Lot-O-Burger and is still the go-to.
12 TASTE Winnipeg’ s Culinary Guide 2026-2027