Mediterranean & Greek cuisine
• Fresh , healthy ingredients
• House-baked , multi-grain breads
• Olive oil from our family estate in Greece .
dining
EAT , DRINK , PLAY !
Whether you come to play some of our 1,200 games , shop for gifts in our boutique games store , or to enjoy selections from our delicious menu , you are sure to love our bright , spacious inviting atmosphere ! Across the Board Game Café is located in Winnipeg ’ s historic Exchange District , the epicentre of many of Winnipeg ’ s famous festivals .
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211 Bannatyne Avenue www . acrosstheboardcafe . com ( 204 ) 691-3422
Mediterranean & Greek cuisine
• Fresh , healthy ingredients
• House-baked , multi-grain breads
• Olive oil from our family estate in Greece .
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RED TOP DRIVE-IN Winnipeg drive-in style diner continues to impress locals since 1960 . Pressure fried chicken is a signature worth waiting for . Mon-Wed & Sat 8 am-8 pm , Thur & Fri 8 am-9 pm , Sun 9 am-2 pm . Entrees : $ 6- $ 17 . WA , LP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 219 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-7943 , Map 1 : S-6
SHERBROOK STREET DELICATESSEN Traditional Jewish specialties and Eastern European flavour profiles add old school charm to this slick sandwich spot . Piles of housemade smoked meat , corned beef , and sour coleslaw draw crowds eager for from-scratch cooking . Mon-Sun 10 am-8 pm . Entrées : $ 13- $ 28 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 102 Sherbrook St , 204-615-3354 , Map 1 : R-1
THE NOOK DINER Daytime neighbourhood hangout pushes out short order favourites including veggie wraps and scrumptious eggs Benedict . Breakfast served all day . Sun 7 am-5 pm , Mon 6:30 am-5 pm , Tues-Fri 6:30 am-8:30pm , Sat 7 am-5 pm . Entrées : $ 5- $ 15 . WA , SP , LP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 43 Sherbrook St , 204-774-0818 . Map 1 : R-1
family
AALTO ’ S FAMILY DINING A popular family dining spot located within the Canad Inns hotel chain . Each location offers nightly themed buffets , as well as table service . Call for hours . Entrées : $ 7- $ 14 , dinner buffet $ 8- $ 18 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . Canad Inns Fort Garry , 1824 Pembina Hwy , 204-478-6422 , Map 2 : F-4 ; Canad Inns Transcona , 826 Regent Ave W , 204-224-1681 , Map 2 : D-6 ; Canad Inns Garden City , 2100 McPhillips St , 204-633-0024 , Map 2 : B-4 ; Canad Inns Windsor Park , 1034 Elizabeth Rd , 204-253-2641 , Map 2 : E-5 ; Canad Inns Polo Park , 1405 St . Matthews Ave , 204-775-8791 , Map 2 : D-3 ; Club Regent Casino Hotel , 1415 Regent Ave W , 204-667-5560 , Map 2 : D-6
CHICAGO JOE ’ S Located in the Victoria Inn . The huge menu includes all the comfort food favourites — the Big Cheese burger and Monte Cristo sandwich — along with pasta , chicken , seafood and steak options . Mon-Thu 6:30 am-10 pm , Fri 6:30 am-11 pm , Sat & Sun 7 am-11 pm . Entrées : $ 13- $ 27 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . Victoria Inn , 1808 Wellington Ave , 204-786-4801 , Map 2 : C-3
THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake . The full menu includes crêpes , waffles and French toast as well as burgers and roast beef . Call for hours . Entrées : $ 7- $ 13 . WA , LP ( except Pembina ), SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . The Forks Market , 204-947-5077 , Map 1 : Q-5 ; 1049 Pembina Hwy , 204-452-1040 , Map 2 : E-4 ; 2220 McGillivray Blvd , 204-489-2885 , Map 2 : G-3 . Clarion Hotel , 1445 Portage Ave , 204-775-9035 , Map 2 : D-3
PARK CAFÉ Situated in the Qualico Family Centre , this window wrapped dining room enjoys a great view of the Assiniboine Park duck pond . Executive Chef Heiko Duehrsen ’ s breakfast and lunch menu has appeal for all ages , with comforting casual dishes that nod to regional ingredients , from buttermilk pancakes . Open daily from 8 am to 4 pm . Entrées : $ 6- $ 14 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . Qualico Family Centre in Assiniboine Park , 330 Assiniboine Park Dr , 204-927-6080 , Map 2 : D-2
fast casual
BURRITO DEL RIO / BURRITO DEL RIO DOS These casual Tex-Mex eateries offer made-to-order favourites including fajitas , generous burritos and quesadillas . Try tasty garnishes like lime sour cream and chile-roasted corn for southern flavour . Mon-Wed 11 am-10 pm , Thu-Sat 11 am-11 pm , Sun noon-10 pm . Entrées : $ 8- $ 11 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : A , IA , M , V . 433 River Ave , 204-415-5600 , Map 1 : R-3 ; 775 Corydon Ave , 204-414-2440 , Map 1 : T-2
CHOSABI Excellent Asian eats , like sushi burritos and rice bowls , in three stylish locations . Grab a seat under the mural by local artist Pat Lazo . Packaged nigiri , salads , and smoothies are fresh , light options . Call for hours . Entrées : $ 8- $ 14 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : IA , MC , V . A-100 King St , 204-615-8338 , Map 1 : O-4 ; 2696 Pembina Hwy , 204-615-8313 , Map 2 : F-4 ; 520 Portage Ave , 204-615-9386 , Map 1 : P-2
THE FORKS MARKET FOOD VENDORS The stylish hub of Winnipeg ’ s meeting place offers casual dining options and a local beer and wine bar . List of vendors and contact information at theforks . com . The Forks Market , 1 Forks Market Rd , Map 1 : Q-5
GREEN CARROT JUICE CO . Refresh and energize at with health conscious sips and eats . Cold pressed juices are the stars of the menu , which also features fully loaded smoothies , acai berry bowls , and light salads and sandwiches . Call for hours . Entrées : $ 5- $ 12 . Cards : IA , MC , V . 132 Osborne St , 204-691-0771 , Map 1 : R-3 ; 11-2090 Coydon Ave , 204-414-3609 , Map 2 : E-3 ; James Armstrong Richardson International Airport , 2000 Wellington Ave , greencarrotjuice . com , Map 2 : D-2
KAWAII CREPE Japanese crêpe joint attracts crowds with its freshly prepared sweet and savoury crêpes . Cleverly named combinations and a brightly coloured dining room live up to the restaurant ’ s name , which means “ cute ” in Japanese . Mon noon-12 am , Tue-Thu & Sun 10 am-12 am , Fri & Sat 10 am-1 am . Entrées : $ 3- $ 8 . Cards : IA , MC , V . 201-99 Osborne St , 204-415-2833 , Map 1 : S-3 ; 1220 St . Mary ’ s Rd , Unit D , 204-691-3700 , Map 2 : F-4 ; 4-1385 McPhillips St , 204-694-0986 , Map 2 : B-3
KING + BANNATYNE Things between bread are the draw at this hip sandwich spot inside an Exchange District heritage space . Juicy , tender brisket , accented simply with a swipe of mustard on rye , is a highlight , as are changing weekly specials with wild flavours and creative ingredients . Mon-Sat 11 am-9 pm . Entrées : $ 8- $ 12 . WA , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 4-100 King St , 204-691-9757 , Map 1 : O-4
LA PAMPA Take out spot offers authentic Argentinean empanadas in traditional flavours like beef and olive , as well as creative contemporary varieties . Mon-Sat 11 am-7 pm , Sun 11 am-6 pm . Entrées : $ 4- $ 5 per empanada . WA . Cards : IA , MC , V . 10-1604 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-615-8969 , Map 2 : F-4
NICK ’ S ON BROADWAY Nick Graumann is slinging superbly crafted sandwiches and classic sides with the speed and efficiency of old pros in this light , cozy space with an open kitchen . Impressive lunch offerings include soups and sandwiches . Mon-Fri 11 am-3 pm , Sat & Sun closed . Entrées : $ 11- $ 15 . WA . Cards : IA , MC , V . 287 Broadway , 204-891-3636 , Map 1 : P-4
SHAWARMA KHAN Former Winnipeg Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food in this bright , modern space . Tackle his signature dish , the Wrath of Khan . Mon- Sat 11 am-8 pm . Entrées : $ 7- $ 12 . WA . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 225 McDermot Ave , 204-504-0453 , Map 1 : O-4 ; 2589 Pembina Hwy , 204-615-6006 , Map 2 F-4
ZA PIZZA BISTRO Customized pies are fired to order with an unlimited choice of toppings and served in an ultra-mod space . Load up housemade dough with fresh veggies , premium meats , and scratch-made sauces , or try a sweet dessert pizza . Sun-Thu 11 am-11 pm , Fri & Sat 11 am-12 pm . 11 ” pizza : $ 9.95 , add $ 2 for gluten free . WA , LP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 2360 Main St , Map 2 : B-4 ; E-1220 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-615-0808 , 2-1573 Regent Ave , Map 2 : D-5 ; Map 2 : F-4 ; Cityplace , 234 Donald St , Map 1 : P-4 ; A1-1424 Ellice Ave , 204-888-1999 , Map 2 : D-3
filipino
BISITA Comforting Filipino cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere . Crispy pork belly sliders topped with an oozing , golden quail egg on a pandesal bun are a fusion food must-try . Tue-Sat 6 pm-10 pm , Sun 6 pm-9 pm . Entrées : $ 11.50- $ 18 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 637 Corydon Ave , 204-615-7423 , Map 1 : T-2
french
CAFÉ CE SOIR Enjoy favourites like ratatouille and beef bourguignon , and save room for dessert : Chef / owner Cam Tran is a French-trained pastry chef , and his sweets are too good to share . Wed 5 pm-11 pm , Thu & Fri 11 am-11 pm , Sat 10 am-2 pm , 5 pm-11 pm , Sun 10 am-2 pm . Entrées : $ 14- $ 23 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 937 Portage Ave , 204-414-SOIR ( 7547 ), Map 2 : D-3
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