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FUSION GRILL This is one of the finest dining experiences in the city , having virtually created the upscale regional cuisine category . 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 his Canadian wine selection . 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 . Several rooms with a charming atmosphere that 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 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 . Try perogies stuffed with wild mushroooms as a regionally inspired treat . Farmers ’ market in the summer . 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 , such as elk , bison , and lamb , 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
RESTO 12 This downtown hotel restaurant offers an expansive view of north Portage Ave . Open 6:30 am-10:30 pm daily . WA , LP . Cards : AE , V , M , IA . 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 : 6:30 am Mon-Fri ( 7 am Sat & Sun ), lunch : daily from 11 am , dinner : daily from 5 pm . WA , LP . Entrées : $ 16- $ 36 . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 75 Forks Market Rd , 204‐944‐2445 , Map 1 : Q-5
THE VG RESTAURANT Extremely high standards garnered this hotel a CAA / AAA Four Diamond Award . Stellar presentation of meticulously thoughtful dishes , and unique applications of local flavours wow diners . Breakfast : Mon-Fri 6:30 am-11:30 am , Sat & Sun 7 am-11:30 am ; Dinner Tue-Sat 5:30 pm-9:30 pm . Entrées : $ 25- $ 40 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . The Fairmont Hotel , 2 Lombard Pl , 204‐957‐1350 , Map 1 : O-4
RIBS
THE RIB ROOM This long-time local favourite has built its reputation on ribs but the extensive menu also includes lamb , prime rib and filet mignon . Mon-Thurs 7 am-9 pm ; Fri & Sat 7 am-10 pm ; Sun 8 am-9 pm . Entrées : $ 16- $ 35 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . Best Western Plus Downtown Winnipeg , 330 York Ave , 204-942‐0101 , Map 1 : P-4
TONY ROMA ’ S FAMOUS FOR RIBS This international chain has won many awards for its baby back ribs . They offer four very distinct signature rib sauces . Service is exceptional . Kids menu available . Takeout and hotel delivery . Call for hours . Entrées : $ 9- $ 29 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 1500 Pembina Hwy , 204-477‐5195 , Map 2 : E‐4 ; 656 St . James St , 204-949‐9426 , Map 2 : D-3 ; 1212 Nairn Ave , 204-668‐7995 , Map 2 : D-5
SOUTH AMERICAN
CARNAVAL BRAZILIAN BBQ Much buzzed-about , new concept to this region offers diners a unique meat tour of Brazil carved up table side by charming gauchos . This all-you-can-eat meat extravaganza is accompanied by unlimited sides , including nutty farofa and a potato salad flavoured with toasted cumin . Lunch : Thu & Fri 11:30 am-1:30 pm . Dinner : Mon-Thu 5 pm-9 pm , Fri-Sat 4:30 pm-10 pm , Sun 4:30 pm-9 pm . Lunch : $ 25 ; dinner : $ 48 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA . MC , V . 270 Waterfront Dr , 204- 505-0945 , Map 1 : P-4
CORRIENTES ARGENTINE PIZZERIA Located in the heart of the historic Exchange District , this Argentinean pizzeria pays homage to its namesake avenue in Buenos Aires with everything from art to wine and books . On the menu at this bustling eatery are scrumptious empanadas and signature pizzas . Mon-Fri 11 am-9 pm , Sat 12 pm-10 pm . Closed Sun . Entrées : $ 5-30 . LP . Cards : V , MC , IA . 137 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐219‐5398 , Map 1 : O-4
CAFÉ DARIO Colombian‐born Chef Dario Pineda‐Gutierrez creates Nuevo Latino cuisine — sophisticated North American ingredients fused with Latin‐American herbs and spices . His five-course , prix fixe menu ( you choose the appetizer and entrée ) is one of the most memorable meals in the city . Open daily 11:30 am-2 pm , 5 pm & on . Entrées : $ 39 prix fixe . LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 1390 Erin St , 204-783‐2813 , Map 2 : C-3
HERMANOS RESTAURANT & WINE BAR This spacious eatery and wine bar offers a distinct Latin flavour . Natural wood and exposed brick give the restaurant a rustic look , while large colorful photos of traditional South American culture and scenery dominate the walls . Share and nibble on tapas with choices like mussels , chorizo , shrimp and paella . Mains include grilled halibut and and steak topped with crab chèvre cream and zippy chimichurri . Mon-Wed 11:30 am-10 pm , Thu 11:30 am-11 pm , Fri 11:30 am-1 am , Sat 4:30 pm-1 am , Sun 5 pm-9 pm . Entrées : $ 30- $ 36 . LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 179 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐947‐5434 , Map 1 : O-5
SPANISH
SEGOVIA TAPAS BAR AND RESTAURANT A mix of industrial and organic elements decorate the chic interior of this renovated tea house . Bar snacks , tapas and snack-sized desserts make up the Spanishflavoured menu . Spice-lashed patatas bravas are a popular starter . Chef Adam Donnelly creates fabulous plates for sharing that range from traditional Spanish dishes to creative new interpretations . Mon , Wed- Thu , Sun 5 pm-11 pm , Fri & Sat 5 pm-12 am . Tapas : $ 4- $ 28 . LP , SP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 484 Stradbrook Ave , 204‐477‐6500 , Map 1 : S-3
Manitoba ’ s lakes , prairies , wetlands , and forest yield a plethoa of beautiful ingredients for chefs . Eat-local restaurants like Prairie 360 ( above ) that offer regional cuisine specialties .
36 where . ca MARCH / APRIL 2017