dining
Canadian: THE ROOST SOCIAL HOUSE This upstairs nook on Corydon Ave 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, SP. 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. The lamb burger is a menu highlight. 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
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“ 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. Serves well-executed English pub fare, like its namesake dish. Butter chicken poutine is a fun and addictive fusion twist. Must be 18 or older. 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: THE PINT Fans congregate in this industrial bar to catch the game with a vast selection of draught beers and a menu focused on comfort food and platters to share. After dark, head to the dance floor upstairs. Daily 11 am-2 am. Entrees: $ 11- $ 17. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 274 Garry St, 204-942-3069, Map 1: P-4
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 food makes this 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 RESTAURANT & LOUNGE The renovated dining room offers a 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 Modern yet rustic bistro focused on seasonal local ingredients with an emphasis on butchery and nose-to-tail eating. An ever-changing menu tempts diners 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
FUSION GRILL One of the finest dining experiences in the city. Chef Lorna Murdoch is a talented star who uses fresh products sourced from local producers to create stunning Manitoba regional cuisine. Owner Scot McTaggart boasts an encyclopedic knowledge of Canadian wines. Tue-Sat 11:30 am-2:30 pm, 5:30 pm onward. Entrées: $ 20- $ 47. LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 550 Academy Rd, 204-489-6963, Map 2: D-3
GATES ON ROBLIN This fine dining restaurant is set in an elegant country estate, complete with expansive grounds and picturesque gambrel roofs. Several rooms with a charming atmosphere that are perfectly matched by the pan-Canadian menu. Set menus are available for larger groups. Serves dinner, lunch and brunch on Sundays. 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 Located on the outskirts of Birds Hill Park, 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- $ 26. 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 Revolving restaurant offers regional cuisine, such as elk, bison, and lamb, with a view. 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
RESTO 12 Located in the downtown Radission, this restaurant serves an expansive view of north Portage ave from the 12th floor. Menu includes a variety of dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian options. Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open 6:30 am-10:30 pm daily. Entrées: $ 24- $ 60. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA., MC, V. Radisson Hotel, 288 Portage Ave, 204-697-1495, Map 1: O-4
SMITH Plays on plaid and nostalgic Canadiana touches offer a backdrop to scratch-made regional cuisine. The pan bagnat ups the ante on tuna salad with tuna steak, hardboiled egg, and marinated vegetables. Breakfast from 6:30 am Mon-Fri( 7 am Sat & Sun), lunch daily from 11 am, dinner daily from 5 pm. Entrées: $ 16- $ 36. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 75 Forks Market Rd, 204-944-2445, Map 1: Q-5
36 where. ca july / august 2018