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DINING
HOMER ’ S Grecian pillars transport you to ancient Athens at this popular spot . This is the place for lamb lovers , with a menu of Mediterranean and Greek specialties . Mon-Sat 11:45 am-9:30 pm ( last seating at 8:45 pm ). Entrées : $ 15- $ 30 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 520 Ellice Ave , 204-788-4858 , Map 1 : O-3
NIKO ’ S Greek and American classics converge at this casual eatery . Large menu boasts souvlaki platters , gyros , burgers and salads . Lightly salted pita bread satisfies . Tue & Wed 11 am-8 pm , Thu-Sun 11 am-10 pm . Entrées : $ 5- $ 19 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 740 Corydon Ave , 204-478-1144 , Map 1 : T-3
ICE CREAM / GELATI
BRIDGE DRIVE-IN Since 1957 , the city ’ s favourite ice cream drive-in has lineups up on hot not-so-hot evenings alike . Located on the bank of the Red River beside the Elm Park walking bridge . Twelve flavours of soft ice cream , sundaes and exotic treats . Mon-Sun 11 am-11 pm . Cash only . 766 Jubilee Ave , 204-475-6850 , Map 2 : E-4
CHAEBAN ICE CREAM All natural ice creams , made with locally sourced ingredients with Arabic flavours . Lebanese cheese-maker Josphen Chaeban infuses sour cream with beets , and ricotta cheese with poppy seeds , giving each delish dish a name to match originality . Very unique ice creams and frozen treats . 390 Osborne St , 204-475-6226 , Map 1 : T-4
EVA ’ S GELATO & COFFEE BAR This window-lined gelateria gleams with a pressed-tin roof , glass snowballstyle lights and sparkling cooler , which displays 36 colourful varieties of Eva ’ s house-made Argentinian gelato . Dulce de leche is a signature flavour . Also dairyfree , fat-free and sugar-free options . Mon-Thu 8 am-9 pm , Sat 12 pm-10 pm , Sun 12 pm-9 pm . WA , SP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 101-1001 Corydon Ave , 204-452 – 3827 , Map 1 : T-1 ; 9A-20 Island Shore Blvd , 204-254-2837 , Map 2 : E-5
GOODIES BAKE SHOP More than 40 flavours of house made gelati . Gorgeous baked goods to take away or eat on the spot at café style tables . Mon-Fri 9 am-10 pm , Sat 9 am-8 pm , Sun 11 am-6 pm . WA . Cards : IA , MC , V . 1124 Ellice Ave , 204-949-2480 , Map 2 : C-3
NUCCI ’ S GELATI The Nucci family have singlehandedly made gelati popular in Winnipeg . This institution offers 75 wild , powerful flavours of mouthwatering Italian ice cream like lemon , hazelnut and raspberry . Catered Italian favourites are dished out as a new menu addition . Open daily 9 am-12 am . LP , SP . Cash only . 643 Corydon Ave , 204-475-8765 , Map 1 : T-3
OTHER ICE CREAM / GELATI GG Gelati , 705 Corydon Ave , 204-453-5710 , Map 1 : T-3 ; Sargent Sundae , 2053 Portage Ave , 204-832-5021 , Map 2 : D-2 ; Sub Zero Ice Cream , 298 Jamison Ave , 204-668-7341 , Map 2 : C-5 ; Sweet Tops Ice Cream , 949 Henderson Hwy , 204-668-1062 , Map 2 : B-5
INDIAN
CHARISMA OF INDIA The charm and magic of India come alive inside this popular West Broadway area restaurant . Well-spiced rotis , butter chicken and samosas are some of the specialties . Mon-Sat 10:30 am -9 pm , Sun 4 pm-9 pm . Entrées : $ 11- $ 14 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 83 Sherbrook St , 204-222-7878 , Map 1 : Q-2
CLAY OVEN Most diners stop in for the memorable platters . The butter chicken is out of this world . Try samosas topped with chickpeas and sauce for a delicious starter . Call for hours . Entrées : $ 12- $ 25 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 240-1600 , Kenaston Common , Kenaston Blvd , 204-888-2529 , Map 2 : F-3 ; 247 Edmonton St , Map 1 : P-3 ; Shaw Park 1 Portage Avenue East ( 3rd floor ), 204-982-7426 , Map 1 : O-5
EAST INDIA COMPANY The Mehra family ’ s flagship restaurant has set the standard for East Indian fine dining in Winnipeg . The food is flawless , with biryani beautifully presented and perfectly spiced . Lunch buffet ( Mon- Fri ): $ 15 , daily dinner buffet : $ 20 . Mon-Fri 11 am-2:30 pm , 4:30 pm-9:30 pm ; Sat 4:30 pm-9:30 pm ; Sun 12 pm-8:30 pm . Entrées : $ 12- $ 16 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 349 York Ave , 204-947-3097 , Map 1 : P-4
INDIA PALACE A neighbourhood haunt in the West End caters to all tastes with a large and varied menu features vegetable , chicken , lamb and seafood dinners . Classic curries and delicious , cumin-laden samosas . Buffet available for lunch and dinner . Mon-Sat 11 am-10 pm , Sun 4 pm-10 pm . Entrées : $ 10- $ 15 . WA , LP . Cards : IA , AE , MC , V . 770 Ellice Ave , 204-774-6061 , Map 1 : P-1
INTERNATIONAL / CLASSIC
BAILEY ’ S Heavy wooden doors only a few steps from Portage and Main open onto a world that celebrates the British Empire . Several richly decorated rooms on two levels , each with its own personality . Specialties include the Reuben , rack of lamb and prime rib of beef . Mon-Fri 11 am-1 am , Sat 12 pm-1 am , Sun 4:30 pm-9 pm . Entrées : $ 18- $ 34 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V , ATM . 185 Lombard Ave , 204-944-1180 , Map 1 : O-4
FOUR POINTS RESTAURANT Serves an interesting mix of wraps , pastas and pizza along with entrées like New York striploin and Atlantic salmon . Daily 6 am-10 pm . Entrées : $ 17- $ 28 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 1999 Wellington Ave , 204-775-5222 , Map 2 : C-2
MAXIME ’ S This south Winnipeg favourite sets the standard for suburban-style fine dining . The wide-ranging menu offers short-order faves along with an extensive selection of dinner entrées . Mon-Thu 11 am-10 pm , Fri & Sat 11 am-12 am , Sun 10:30 am-10 pm . Reservations recommended . Entrées : $ 10- $ 27 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 1131 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-257-1521 , Map 2 : F-4

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