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Winnipeg ’ s destination for Italian feasting
Underdogs 2609 Portage Ave , 204‐615‐6104 . Rally around smart , creative pub staples at this sports bar-styled spot . Perogy nachos , chorizo poutine give bar food a good name . LP , IA , M , V Uptown Alley Restaurant 1301 St Matthews Ave , 204-488-0000 . Forget bland bowling snacks ! In between strikes , nibble on fish tacos , a gourmet burger or share-ables like fried pickle spears . LP , A , IA , M , V
REGIONAL / CANADIAN
Fusion Grill 550 Academy Rd , 204-489‐6963 . Talented Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products sourced locally to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine with precision . Exclusively Canadian wine list . LP , A , IA , M , V Gates on Roblin 6945 Roblin Blvd , 204-224‐2837 . This elegant country estate has several rooms offering a charming , contemporary dining atmosphere . Pan-Canadian menu is strong on fish and meat . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
Gather Craft Kitchen & Bar 145 The Leaf Way , 204-927-7222 This on-site restaurant at The Leaf is Assiniboine Park ’ s newest attraction . Eager foodies and nature lovers alike are drawn to an inspired menu of thoughtful dishes . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
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Pineridge Hollow 67086 Heatherdale Rd 25E , Oakbank , 204‐777‐3880 . Beautiful country restaurant houses an impressive gift and decor store . Try perogies stuffed with wild mushrooms as a regionally inspired treat . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V Smith 75 Forks Market Rd , 204‐944‐2445 . Plays on plaid and nostalgic Canadian touches offer a backdrop to scratch-made regional cuisine . Pounded cheese is a favourite shareable starter . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V VG Lounge at the Fairmont The Fairmont Hotel , 2 Lombard Pl , 204-957-1350 . Unique applications of local flavours are presented in an unbuttoned atmosphere . Try divine pickerel or bison WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
SOUTH AMERICAN / SPANISH
Carnaval Brazilian BBQ 270 Waterfront Dr , 204‐505‐0945 . Winnipeg ’ s only Brazilian barbeque has carved out a sizzling carnivore ’ s paradise . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Cordova 93 Albert St , 204-691-1900 . This casual and lively atmosphere offers unique European-influenced tapas , beer and cocktails .. Don ' t miss the rotating flavoured mussels and charcuteries boards .. LP , IA , M , V
Corrientes Argentine Pizzeria 137 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐219‐5398 . Argentinean-style pizza boutique serves up pies with unique toppings , empanadas and fresh pasta in an historic location . LP , SP , IA , M , V Hermanos 179 Bannatyne Ave , 204-219-5434 . Nibble on tapas and mains , such as the steak topped with crab chevre cream and zippy chimichurri at this rustic Latin spot that has recently reopened . LP , SP , A , IA , M , V
STEAK & SEAFOOD
529 Wellington Steakhouse 529 Wellington Cres , 204-487‐8325 . A renovated historic mansion offers grand style along with top Canadian prime beef . Over 800 wine list selections . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Chop Steakhouse & Bar 1750 Sargent Ave , 204‐788‐2015 . Stylish and swanky Canadian steakhouse chain flaunts an in-house butcher and pastry chef . Classics are mixed with modern twists .
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Friskee Pearl 191 Main St , 204-800-6644 . A seafoood forward menu nods to the Maritimes and draws inspo from global signatures .. Opt for oysters Rockefeller , or seafood paella
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Winnipeg ’ s destination for Italian feasting

Winnipeg ’ s favourite Classic Italian restaurant since 1977 . Join us on our rooftop patio . Vegetarian , vegan and gluten free options .
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109 Marion St . 204-231-1403 pasqualesrest . com
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