dining
British: THE KING’ S HEAD Enjoy a chilled pint in an English pub setting with extensive Indian menu and lunch buffet on Fridays. Offers 30 local and imported beers on tap. Darts and pool tables on the main and top floors. 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. Mon-Thu 11 am-12 am, Fri 11 am-1 am, Sat 12 pm-1 am, Sun 12 pm-12 am. Entrees $ 15- $ 27. WA, LP. Cards: AE, MC, V, ATM. The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway St. 1-800-665-8088, Map 1: Q-4
Canadian: PEG BEER CO. Popular brewpub offers up craft beers alongside regional specialties. Sharing is key, with a menu of meat and cheese boards, flatbreads, and“ large plates” of family style feasts. Tue-Thu 11 am-11 pm, Fri-Sat 11 am-12 am. Entrées: $ 12- $ 15, $ 45- $ 60 for large plates. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 125 Pacific Ave, 204‐416‐2337, Map 1: N-4
FUSION GRILL This is one of the finest dining experiences in the city, having virtually created the upscale regional cuisine category. Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh ingredients sourced from local producers to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine. Tue-Sat 11:30 am‐2:30 pm, 5:30 pm onward. Reservations recommended. Entrées: $ 20- $ 43. LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 550 Academy Rd, 204-489‐6963, Map 2: D-3
GATES ON ROBLIN This restaurant is set in an elegant country estate, complete with expansive grounds and picturesque gambrel roofs. The charming atmosphere is perfectly matched by the pan‐Canadian menu, which is very strong on fish and meat. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 21- $ 55. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 6945 Roblin Blvd, 204‐224‐2837, Map 2: E-1
PINERIDGE HOLLOW This secluded country cottage restaurant is committed to celebrating the food and people of Manitoba. On-site garden provides vegetables and herbs are as fresh as they get. Open daily 9 am-10 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 29. WA, LP, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V, AE. Located off of Hwy 59, east on Garven Rd to Pineridge Rd, follow signs to Heatherdale Rd, 20 km northeast of the city, 204‐777‐3880
PRAIRIE 360 Latest incarnation of the revolving restaurant offers regional cuisine with a view. Whiskey lounge two floors down features premium pours grouped according to flavour profiles. Lunch: Mon-Fri 11 am-1:30 pm. Dinner: Sun-Thu 4:30 pm-9 pm, Fri-Sat 4:30 pm-10 pm. Lounge: Fri-Sat 5 pm-late. Brunch: Sun 10:30 am-1:30 pm. Entrées: $ 24- $ 45. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V, AE. 83 Garry St, 204‐505-2681, Map 1: Q-4
Canadian: THE ROOST SOCIAL HOUSE This new addition to Corydon provides a place to perch, with clever cocktails incorporating seasonal ingredients matched by a changing menu of small plates. Tue-Fri 4 pm-2 am, Sat 12 pm-2 am, Sun 12 pm-12 am. Small plates: $ 6- $ 14. LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 651 Corydon Ave, 204‐414‐9313, Map 2: D-4
Irish: SHANNON’ S This subterranean pub is a popular meeting place. Known as a live music venue for local bands. Hearty Irish meals, like steak and stout pie, satisfy. Mon-Fri 11 am-2 am; Sat 4 pm‐2 am. Entrées: $ 6-20. LP, SP Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 175 Carlton St, 204-943‐2302, Map 1: P‐4
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British: TAVERN UNITED Contemporary English sports pub. Relax with friends and play a game of darts or pool, or sit back and watch the big game on one of the many televisions. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 10- $ 16. WA, LP, SP. 1824 Pembina Hwy, 204-261‐4233, Map 2: F‐4; 260 Hargrave St, 204-944‐0022, Map 1: P-3; 2100 McPhillips St, 204-633‐0024, Map 2: B‐3; 826 Regent Ave, 204-224‐1681, Map 2: D‐6
British: TOAD IN THE HOLE One of the first pubs in town,“ the Toad” is extremely popular with the Osborne Village crowd for its tipples and board games. The downstairs Cavern is a popular live music venue. Daily 12 pm-2 am. Entrées: $ 8- $ 15. WA, LP, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 112 Osborne St, 204-284‐7201, Map 1: R-3
Canadian: UNDERDOGS Rally around smart, creative pub staples at this sports bar styled spot. Perogy nachos, chorizo poutine, and yam-topped burgers give bar food a good name. Tue-Thu & Sun 11 am-1 am, Fri-Sat & Mon 11 am-2 am. Entrees: $ 10- $ 15. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 2609 Portage Ave, 204‐615‐6104, Map 2: D-2
Canadian: THE YELLOW DOG TAVERN Simple, scratchmade food makes this spot the perfect place to have a pint and a plate. Attracting a diverse clientele, all sharing an appreciation for no-frills, deep fryer-free pub fare. Mon- Wed 11 am-12 am, Thu-Fri 11 am-2 am, Sat 6 pm-2 am. Entrees: $ 8- $ 12. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 386 Donald St, 204‐775-6676, Map 1: O-3
regional / canadian
BLAZE BISTRO Renovated dining room offers a stylish and contemporary setting for urban prairie cuisine. The juicy, lightly charred burger gets extra kick from jalapeño jam and a glossy potato bun. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 25- $ 42. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Ave, 204‐944‐7259, Map 1: P-4
CHEW Mod rustic River Heights bistro focused on in season local tastes with an emphasis on butchery and nose-to-tail eating. A fluid menu tempts with inspired plays on favourite ingredients like pork belly, beets, scallop, and offal. Tue-Sun 11 am-11 pm. Entrées: $ 20- $ 27. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 532 Waterloo St, 204‐667‐2439, Map 2: D-3
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155 Smith St. 204-615-9605 www. laroca. ca
Tue- Wed 4pm- late Thu- Fri 11:30am- late, Sat 4pm- late Happy hour daily from open till 6pm For reservations: info @ laroca. ca
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