DINING
PRAIRIE’ S EDGE New eatery nestled in Kildonan Park offers creative dishes packed with regional ingredients, like beet fritters and pickerel cheek pops, in a room sprinkled with touches of retro decor. Open Tue-Thu 8 am-4 pm, Fri-Sat 9 am-8 pm, Sun 9 am-3 pm. Entrées: $ 14- $ 29. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 2015 Main St, 204‐284‐7275, Map 2: B-4
SAUCERS CAFÉ Dramatic photography adorns the red and yellow walls of this buzzing neighbourhood eatery. The menu features generous sandwiches, wraps, flatbread pizzas, desserts and specialty coffees. Mon-Thu 11 am-10 pm; Fri & Sat 11 am‐11 pm. Entrées: $ 9- $ 19. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 570 Academy Rd, 204‐489‐9204, Map 2: D-3
STEVE’ S BISTRO Located in an unassuming suburban strip mall, this chic bistro features vaulted and dropped ceilings, rustic wrought iron gates and arches in soothing earth tones. Portions are hearty and Mediterranean cuisine heavily influences the intriguing menu. Standouts include tangy house-made olive tapenade and lamb rack chops with lemon and oregano. Tue-Fri 11 am-10 pm, Sat 9 am-10 pm. Entrées: $ 21‐ $ 35. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 3123 Portage Ave, 204‐831‐5531, Map 2: D-1
BURGERS
These burger joints are local institutions. Each has its unique take on the nostalgia of the drive‐in. Look for variations on Winnipeg’ s signature Fat Boy, consisting of one or more meat patties with chili sauce, tomato, lettuce and mayo.
DAIRI-WIP DRIVE-IN 383 Marion St, 204-233‐5144, Map 1: R-7; VJ’ s DRIVE-INN 170 Main St, 204-943‐2655, Map 1: P-4; WHITE TOP DRIVE-INN 409 Manitoba Ave,
204-589‐4419 Map 1: K-4
BOON BURGER CAFÉ Canada’ s first vegan-only burger joint features house-made patties made of mushroom, chickpeas and other meat substitutes. Soups, vegan poutine and crispy sesame fries all made from scratch are savoury treats. Open daily 11 am-9 pm( Bannatyne location closes at 4 pm on Sun). Entrées: $ 6- $ 11. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 79 Sherbrook St, 204‐415‐1391, Map 1: Q-2; 141 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐504‐5394, Map 1: N-4
DALY BURGER This classic burger spot evokes a 50’ s diner feel with a classic menu and retro memorabilia. Burgers, chili fries, cheese dogs and super thick shakes are popular with all generations. Sun-Thu 11 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm. Entrées: $ 4- $ 9. WA. Cards: IA, MC, V. 619 Corydon Ave, 204-284-4944, Map 1: T-3
MARKET BURGER Hip hangout serves up mouthfuls of Manitoba with locally sourced ingredients from cheese and meat to buns and beers. Try patties topped with fun flavour combos from mac n’ cheese to peanut butter and bacon. Open Mon-Thu 11:30 am-10 pm, Fri 11:30 am-11 pm, Sat noon-11 pm, Sun noon-10 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 10. SP, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 645 Corydon Ave, 204-505-2510, Map 1: S-3
NUBURGER Healthy, fresh twists on the classic burger are what’ s on the menu at the bright and modern spot. Pick from locally sourced beef, chicken or veggie patties with wild toppings like blueberry barbeque sauce. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 7- $ 12. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, V, MC. 472 Stradbrook Ave, 204‐888-1001, Map 1: R-3; 1650 Kenaston Blvd, 204‐615‐2009, Map 2: F-3; The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd, ilovenuburger. com, Map 1: Q-5
CAFÉ / BAKERY
ACROSS THE BOARD Choose from more than 1,000 board games to play, or simply enjoy a meal in this bright space. Full menu includes curries, noodle bowls, brawny burgers and housemade pizzas. Tue-Thu & Sun 11 am-10 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-12 am. Entrées: $ 14- $ 17. LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 211 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐691‐3422, Map 1: O-4
CLEMENTINE CAFÉ Underground nook has stellar offerings for breakfast and lunch, as well as fresh baking and a lineup of morning cocktails. Dishes are punctuated with global influence from Middle Eastern spices to Belgian-style waffles. Try the stellar housemade sodas in fun flavours like beet sumac. Mon-Fri 7 am-4 pm, Sat & Sun 8 am-4 pm.
Entrées: $ 7- $ 13. LP. Cards: A, IA, M, V. 123 Princess St, 204‐942‐9497, Map 1: O-4
DESSERT SINSATIONS CAFÉ This sunny café features scrumptious fresh eats based on comfort food, like gourmet burgers. Save room for dessert— chef / owner Barbara O’ Hara’ s signature tortes are renowned throughout the city. Mon-Thu 11 am‐10 pm, Fri 11 am‐12 am, Sat 9 am-12 am. Entrées: $ 18- $ 25. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 505 St. Mary Ave, 204‐284‐4661, Map 1: P-3
FEAST CAFÉ & BISTRO This cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba’ s
Indigenous groups with a menu rich in bannock, bison and berries. Try the creamy, thyme-laced butternut squash pizza on a fried bannock crust. Mon-Thu 8 am-4 pm, Fri-Sat 8 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 14. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 587 Ellice Ave, 204‐691‐5979, Map 1: O‐1
FORTH This well-designed, sun-dappled café inside an Exchange District heritage building is home to local roaster Dogwood Coffee Co. Chef Pam Kirkpatrick supplements the coffee selection with a short and sweet menu of breakfast classics, soups, and sandwiches. The hip downstairs bar serves slick cocktails and appetizers. Mon-Fri 7 am-10 pm, Sat-Sun 9 am-5 pm. Entrées: $ 5.50- $ 12. LP. Cards: AE, MC, V. 171 McDermot Ave, Map 1: O‐4
THE FRENCHWAY France ex-pat and chef / owner Oliver Fortat serves up modern French cuisine at a bright café and bakery off the bustling Corydon Ave strip. Bite into a turkey and brie on a crusty baguette for lunch. Do dessert right with rich mocha cake or a fruit tartlette. Mon-Sat 7 am-5 pm, Sun 9 am-5 pm. WA. Cards: IA, MC, V. 238 Lilac St, 204-421-9002, Map 1: T-2
JOE BLACK COFFEE BAR Across the bridge from Assiniboine Park, this mod café serves casual lunch fare and sinfully delicious desserts from Chocolate Zen Bakery. Mon-Thu 7:45 am-10:30 pm, Fri & Sat 8 am-11 pm, Sun 8 am-9 pm. WA, LP, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V, ATM. 2037 Portage Ave, 204‐415‐1660, Map 2: D-2
JOLLY FRIAR CAFÉ Housed in the Norwood Hotel, this cozy spot serves comfort food like soup, sandwiches, and burgers, as well as neighbourhood specialties like poutine and split pea soup. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 8- $ 19. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 112 Marion St, 204‐233‐4475, Map 2: R-6
THE OAKWOOD Sleek décor and a commitment to local sourcing elevates this neighbourhood haunt. Filling breakfasts and twists on comfort food are top picks. Don’ t miss the chalkboard menu listing an indulgent array of desserts. Sun-Tue 8 am-8 pm, Wed-Sat 8 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 19. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 660 Osborne St, 204‐475‐4250, Map 2: E‐4
MARION STREET EATERY Chef Melissa Hryb elevates comfort food with touches of elegance. Try gourmet mac & cheese with bacon and pretzel topping. Fluffy pancakes layered with bacon and drizzled with apple whiskey caramel sauce make for an indulgent brunch. Mon-Tue 11 am-8 pm, Wed-Thu 7 am-8 pm, Fri & Sat 7 am-9 pm, Sun 7 am-2 pm. Reservations recommended. Entrées: $ 9- $ 15. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V, SP, LP. 393 Marion Street, 204‐233‐2843, Map 2: F-4
STELLA’ S CAFÉ & BAKERY A top pick for breakfast with a zesty Mexican breakfast, fluffy omelettes and top-notch baking. House-made strawberry-blueberry jam is a local legend. Lunch favourites include the hearty garden burger and spiced chicken curry. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 8- $ 15. WA, LP, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 166 Osborne St, 204-453‐8562, Map 1: R‐3; Plug In Gallery, 460 Portage Ave, 204‐772‐1556, Map 1: P-2; 340 Provencher Blvd, 204‐477‐8393, Map 1: P-5; Kenaston Village Mall, 1895 Grant Ave, 204-488‐7810, Map 2: E-3; 116 Sherbrook St, 204-477‐5556, Map 2: R-2; James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, 2nd floor, 204-779-1415, Map 2: D-2; 1463 Pembina Hwy, 204‐275‐2001, Map 2: E-3
THE TALLEST POPPY Bright, homey space pairs mismatched chairs with comforting soul food, killer cocktails, and twists on classic diner fare. Try the savoury-sweet chicken and waffles drizzled with maple syrup. Mon-Thu 9 am-11 pm, Fri-Sat 8 am-11 pm, Sun 9 am-9 pm. LP. Entrées: $ 9- $ 18. Cards: IA, M, V. 103 Sherbrook St, 204-219-8777, Map 1: R-1
WINNIPEG FREE PRESS NEWS CAFÉ Diners can get up close and personal with working Winnipeg Free Press journalists while nibbling on fresh breakfast classics, sandwiches, soup and salad. The savoury Manitoba club sandwich nods to local ingredients, including Bothwell aged cheddar and Winkler bacon. Mon-Sat 9 am-5 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 13. LP, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 237 McDermot Ave, 204‐943‐0682, Map 1: O-4
CASINO DINING
JAG’ S RESTAURANT À la carte menus feature local, sustainable ingredients. Special theme nights and rotating buffet nights, including seafood and prime rib buffets. Must be 18 or older to enter casino and restaurant. Mon-Sun 4 pm-9 pm, Thu-Sun dinner buffet. Entrées: $ 12- $ 23, Buffets: $ 15- $ 30. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Club Regent Casino, 1425 Regent Ave, 204-982‐3793, Map 2: D-6
MANGO’ S RESTAURANT Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s-style setting at South Beach Casino. International buffet, daily nightly dinner specials and fullservice menu offered. Daily 7 am-11 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 16. Buffets: $ 9- $ 22. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1 Ocean Dr, Off Hwy 59, Scanterbury, MB, 1-877-775-8259.
MICHELE’ S RESTAURANT Elegant recreation of a 19th-century railroad hotel, complete with red-carpeted staircases on each side of the restaurant. A la carte menu features classic, hearty dishes with local ingredients. Theme nights and dinner buffets some nights. Must be 18 or older to enter casino and restaurant. Mon-Sat 11 am-12 am, Sun 12 pm-12 am. Dinner buffet Thu-Sun 4 pm-9 pm, Sunday brunch 12 pm-3 pm. Entrées: $ 7- $ 20. Buffets: $ 15- $ 30. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. McPhillips Street Station Casino, 484 McPhillips St, 204-982‐3791, Map 2: C-3
CHINESE
NORTH GARDEN Modern university neighbourhood restaurant where innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine are the specialties. A popular spot for dim sum amongst international students. Barbequed half duck is roasted to crispy, succulent perfection. Mon-Sat 10 am-11:30 pm, Sun 10 am-10:30 pm. Entrées: $ 13- $ 21. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 6-33 University Cres, 204‐275‐2591, Map 2: F-4
Gourmet burgers are hot commodities in the food world, with new chain concepts and chef / owners alike getting in on the trend. Winnipeg has plenty of patties to pick from, with spots like Nuburger( pictured) and Market Burger amping up the humble burger with locally sourced ingredients.
26 where. ca MARCH / APRIL 2017