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dining
IZAKAYA EDOKKO Sleek new space downtown offers
modern Japanese eats from chef Masa Sugita. Izakaya,
Japanese small plates, are served in this contemporary
setting, from elevated street eats like okonomiyaki to
delicate sushi rolls. Lunch: Tue-Sat 11:30 am-2:00 pm.
Dinner: Mon-Thu, Sun 4:30 pm-9:30 pm, Fri-Sat 4:30
pm-10:30 pm. WA. Entrées: $7-$15. AE, IA, MC, V.
190 Smith St, 204-615-5556, Map 1: P-4 LA CARNITA New Mexican spot brings life inside a
Downtown heritage building. Mexican street corn on
the cob coated in chili powder and topped with crema,
queso añejo, árbol and ancho peppers is a highlight on the
menu. Sun-Wed 11:30 am-11 pm, Thu 11:30 am-10 pm, Fri
11:30 am-1 am, Sat 5 pm-12 am. Entrées: $13-$20. WA,
LP, SP. Cards: A, IA, M, V. 456 Main St, 204-504-4522,
Map 1: O-4
FUSIAN EXPERIENCE Located on charming Academy
Rd, this small spot serves fresh twists on Japanese
cuisine, like lemongrass pork wraps, miso glazed cod
pasta and classic sushi rolls. Lunch Tues-Sat 11:30 am-2
pm; Dinner Tue-Thu 5:30 pm-9 pm, Fri-Sat 5:30 pm-9:30
pm. Entrées: $12-$18. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V.
612 Academy Rd, 204-691-9334, Map 2: D-3 LA ROCA A refreshing new take on Mexican fare in
downtown Winnipeg. Expect the light and fresh flavours of
coastal Mexico in dishes like taco trios, bright ceviche, and
flavoured margaritas. Large rustic space draws in crowds
for dining and late night drinks. Tue-Wed 4 pm-late, Thu-
Fri 11:30 am-late, Sat 4 pm-late. Entrées: $12-$18. WA, LP,
SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 155 Smith St, 204-615-9605,
Map 1: P-4
MEIJI At Meiji, the marriage between martini and
sushi has become legend. Along with its neighbouring
G Martini Bar, the restaurant has been welcoming the
city’s urban professional crowds since 2000. Martini
hits, such as the raspberry chocolate cream, smoothly
accompany Meiji’s hefty sushi rolls. A wide-ranging menu
includes sushi, appetizers, soups, combination plates
and all-inclusive dinners. Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30 am-2 pm.
Dinner: Sun-Thu 5 pm-10:30 pm, Fri & Sat 5 pm-11:30 pm.
Entrées: $9-$67. LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 454 River Ave,
204-284-3996, Map 1: R-3
NARU SUSHI The dark wood decor of this Osborne
Village room sets a sophisticated mood for its menu.
Small plates with hot and cold appetizers are served
alongside a bountiful selection of sushi rolls. Tai fish
carpaccio salad beautifully blends soft morsels of pink
Tai fish with greens, horseradish dres sing and colourful
beet and carrot curls. Mon-Fri noon-3 pm, 5 pm-10 pm;
Sat noon-11 pm; Sun noon-10 pm. Entrées: $5-$20. LP, SP.
Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 159 Osborne St, 204-888-0028,
Map 1: R-3
WASABI New-school sushi is taken to creative heights
at each location. All dishes are expertly prepared and
beautifully presented. Take a seat at the sushi bar and
watch the volcano roll erupt. Small plates are designed for
sharing with a crowd and allow you to sample a variety
of options. Open for lunch and dinner, call for hours.
Entrées: $18-$20. WA (not Osborne), LP, SP. Cards: AE,
IA, MC, V. 588 Broadway, 204-774-4328, Map 1: Q-2;
105-121 Osborne St, 204-474-2332, Map 1: R-3;
3-1360 Taylor Ave, 204-415-7878, Map 1: E-3
YUJIRO This simple, zen-like space on the edge of River
Heights attracts Japanese cuisine purists for its traditional
preparation and high quality ingredients. Start off with
the subtly sweet goma ae before diving into an array of
exquisite rolls. Mon, Wed-Sat 11:30 am-2 pm, 5 pm-9 pm,
Sun 1 pm-9 pm. Entrées: $11-$20. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC,
V. 1822 Grant Ave, 204-489-9254, Map 1: P-3
korean
IGI BBQ & SUSHI BISTRO It’s all about table top do-it-
yourself Korean barbeque at this all-you-can-eat South
Winnipeg spot. An extensive Japanese menu delights with
sashimi, baked mussels and grilled cuttlefish. Lunch: 11:30
am-3 pm. Dinner: Sun-Mon, Wed-Thu 4:30 pm-10:30
pm, Fri & Sat 4:30 pm-11 pm. Closed Tue. Entrées: $12-
$29. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, M, V. 10-1875 Pembina Hwy,
204-477-9909, Map 2: E-4
KIMCHI SUSHI Black walls and hanging bulbs give
this sushi spot sleek style. The massive menu lists
saucy, supercharged rolls as well as Korean specialties
and a special selection for kimchi lovers. Mon-Fri 11
am-10 pm, Sat-Sun 12 pm-10 pm. Entrées: $9-$12. WA.
Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 999 Keewatin St, 204-679-1269;
1270 Pembina Hwy, 204-261-8888, Map 2: E-3
mexican
CARLOS & MURPHY’S Serves Mexican cantina staples
such as taco salads, hot wings, chimichangas, heaping
Carlos nachos and renowned iced margaritas. Wash
it down with Mexican beer. Mon-Wed 11:30 am-1 am,
Thu-Sat 11:30 am-2 am, Sun 3:30 pm-midnight. Entrées:
$7-$17. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 129 Osborne St,
204-284-3510, Map 1: R-3
CONTEMPORARY
INSPIRED
FRESH
pub/lounge
Canadian: BARLEY BROTHERS This spacious
restaurant celebrates good brews with over 150
varieties. The menu remains as brew-focused as
ever, with prairie inspired comfort foods like pulled
pork, steak, perogies, and even wood fired pizza. Try
housemade sausages and zesty beer cheese dip. Mon-
Sat 11 am-late, Sun 11 am-11 pm. Entrées: $13-$40.
WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 2005 Pembina Hwy,
204-691-3300, Map 2: F-4
In the Exchange, 179 Bannatyne Ave.
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Canadian: BRAZEN HALL Well-designed Fort Garry
brewpub opened to instant approval, the stylish space
quickly filling with lively chatter. Find in-house beers on
tap such as the light Blonde Ale and Oatmeal Stout. The
extensive menu includes modern pub snacks like crispy
beet chips and fancy mac n’ cheese. Open daily 11:30
am-1 am. Entrées: $12-$26. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA,
MC, V. 800 Pembina Hwy, 204-453-7980, Map 2: E-4
Canadian: ONE GREAT CITY BREWING CO Sleek
brewpub with a creative menu of elevated bar food to
match varieties of beer brewed on site. Chef/owner Jon
Burge brings his experience of fine dining into a more
casual setting. Ale Braised Lamb is a highlight. Sun-Thu
11:30 am-1 am, Fri-Sat 11:30 am-2 am. Entrées: $13-$22.
WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1596 Ness Ave,
204-210-2337, Map 2: D-3
Canadian: THE CORNERSTONE Smart bar food has
gained quick popularity at this neighbourhood hotspot.
Minimalist decor lets local art and stunning food shine.
Chef Norm Pastorin’s chickpea soup, with guacamole,
quinoa and chili oil, is a signature. Relax in the cocktail
lounge with the ginger snap cocktail, made with bison
grass vodka, molasses and ginger. Daily 11 am-2 am.
Entrées: $7-$20. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 93
Osborne St, 204-505-7772, Map 1: R-3
British: THE GROVE Modern Crescentwood pub boasts
flat-screen TVs, spacious dining room and 16 brews
on tap. Upscale British pub favourites are served with
a twist. Bangers and mash, for example, are elegantly
presented with a spray of crispy shallots and savoury au
jus. Sun-Wed 11 am-midnight, Thu-Sat 11 am-late. Entrées:
$9-$17. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 164 Stafford St,
204-415-3262, Map 2: D-3
British: THE KING’S HEAD Enjoy a chilled pint in an
English pub setting with extensive English and Indian
menu. Offers 30 local and imported beers on tap. Darts
and pool tables on the main and top floors. On the
weekends, head up stairs for the dancefloor and live
bands. Mon-Fri 11 am-2 am,Sat 12 pm-2 am, Sun 2 pm-2
am. Entrées: $8-$13. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V.
120 King St, 204-957-7710, Map 1: O-4
Canadian: THE PALM LOUNGE Situated in The Fort
Garry Hotel, this high-class lounge is open to hotel guests
and the public for lunch, dinner as well as late-night drinks
and live local jazz performances. Dine on home-away-
from-home diners such as meat lasagna, housemade
perogies, grilled salmon and sausages made from scratch.
Mon-Thu 11 am-12 am, Fri 11 am-1 am, Sat 12 pm-1 am,
Sun 12 pm-12 am. Entrees $19-$32. WA, LP. Cards:
AE, MC, V, ATM. The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway,
1-800-665-8088, Map 1: Q-4
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