dining
TEO’ S Sleek resto and lounge is bringing Little Italy back to Corydon Ave with an engaging Mediterranean menu. Wood-fired pies built on Nonna’ s fresh dough meet mod tastes like capicollo and honey. Fresh pasta and stellar seafood starters. Mon-Fri 11:30 am-late, Sat & Sun 12 pm-2 am( kitchen closes at 9 pm, 10 pm on Fri & Sat). Entrées: $ 11- $ 30. SP, LP. Cards: IA, V, M. 691 Corydon Ave, 204-414-6305, Map 1: S-3
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ASOYAMA Thae menu is bursting with options, including sushi rolls, Japanese noodles and grilled seafood. The T. N. T. roll is a deep-fried California roll served with house sauce. Chef’ s choice menu also available. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 20- $ 40. LP Cards: IA, AE, M, V. 1717 Kenaston Blvd, 204-487-4222, Map 2: F-3
BLÜFISH This chic sushi spot in the theatre district offers a small menu packed with creative signature and starter plates. The heavenly white truffle tuna carpaccio is thin slices of sashimi cloaked in truffle oil. Sleek sushi menu serves a delicious Bannatyne roll combining spicy tuna, salmon and creamy avocado. Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30 am-2 pm. Dinner: Sun-Thu 4:30 pm-9:30 pm, Fri & Sat 4:30 pm-11 pm. Entrées: $ 12- $ 23. LP. Cards: IA, MC, V, AE. 179 Bannatyne Ave, 204-779-9888, Map 1: O-4
ICHIBAN Fresh teppanyaki entrées— from sirloin to scallops and chicken— are cooked with panache. The show takes place at tableside grills where the Ichiban chef dressed in blue and white and wearing a black holster filled with knives presides. He prepares each course right in front of you, with an entertaining artistic flair. Take a seat at the sushi bar and choose from more than 20 different rolls while watching the sushi chef prepare your order. Sun-Thu 5 pm-9:30 pm, Fri & Sat 5 pm-10 pm. Entrées: $ 22- $ 50. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 189 Carlton St, 204-925-7400, Map 1: P-3
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
MEIJI At Meiji and neighbouring G Martini Bar, the marriage between martini and sushi has become legend. Martinis such as the raspberry chocolate cream, smoothly accompany 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, and horseradish dressing. Mon-Fri 12 pm-3 pm, 5 pm-10 pm; Sat 12 pm-11 pm; Sun 12 pm- 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. Small plates are designed for sharing with a crowd and allow you to sample a variety of options. Sunny, screened-in verandah on Broadway. 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-ityourself 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 a sleek and sophisticated style. The massive menu includes saucy, supercharged rolls as well as Korean specialties and a special selection of kimchi-based dishes 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
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CARLOS & MURPHY’ S This casual Mexican cantina has been an anchor of the Osborne Village neighbourhood for decades. Patrons continue to pack in a full room for taco salads, hot wings, chimichangas, heaping Carlos nachos and renowned iced margaritas. Take a seat in the rustic dining room with wooden walls and colourful ephemera, or on the delightful patio for a round of cervezas. 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
Comfort Food
is food which provides a nostalgic or sentimental feeling
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF MOST DOWNTOWN HOTELS COMFORT FOOD. COMFORTABLE CHAIRS. COMFORTABLY PRICED.
Main fl oor- Manitoba Hydro Place, 375 Graham Avenue 1 block west of the Bell MTS Place
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34 where. ca july / august 2018