dining
CONTEMPORARY INSPIRED FRESH
In the Exchange , 179 Bannatyne Ave . 204.779.9888 blufish . ca
CAFÉ CE SOIR Enjoy favourites like ratatouille and beef bourguignon , and save room for dessert . Chef / owner Cam Tran is a French-trained pastry chef , and his sweets , like Death by Chocolate — layers of chocolate crème brûlée , flourless chocolate cake , and chocolate mousse — are too good to share . Wed-Fri 4 pm-11 pm , Sat 10 am-2 pm , 5 pm-11 pm , Sun 10 am-2 pm . Entrées : $ 14- $ 23 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 937 Portage Ave , 204-414-SOIR ( 7547 ), Map 2 : D-3
IN FERNO ’ S BISTRO & INFERNO ’ S ON ACADEMY Chef / owner Fern Kirouac ’ s French- Canadian-meets-Mediterranean fare is a hit . Moules et frites , and artistic salads are featured , but it ’ s the extensive list of daily specials that really lets the kitchen spread its wings . Academy Rd location ’ s menu includes favourites like comforting Croque-Madame made with Trappist cheese . Live music some nights . Call for hours . Entrées : $ 15- $ 22 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 312 Des Meurons St , 204-262-7400 , Map 1 : R-7 ; 414 Academy Rd , 204-475-7400 , Map 2 : D-3
LANGSIDE GROCERY Inside a corner brick building in West Broadway opened a contemporary lounge with classic appeal . A menu of simple and delicious Frenchinspired small plates pair nicely with creative cocktails and hours of socializing in the intimate lounge . Tue-Sun 4 pm-12 am . Entrées : $ 5- $ 19 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 164 Langside St , Map 1 : R-2
MON AMI LOUIS Chef Luc Jean serves traditional French fare on the Esplanade Riel Bridge . Thin crust pizzas in the style of Alsace are a specialty , as are crispy frîtes imbued with savoury flavour from frying in duck fat . Reopens in late April . Entrées : $ 17- $ 25 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 50 Provencher Blvd , 204-938-2226 , Map 1 : Q-5
PEASANT COOKERY Old-world atmosphere within a charming heritage building space . Chef Tristan Foucault offers updated French classics and innovative dishes , including his signature house-cured charcuterie . Wednesday night buck-a-shuck oysters are popular . Mon-Thu 11:30 am-10 pm , Fri 11:30 am-11 pm , Sat 5 pm -11 pm , Sun 5 pm-9 pm . Entrées : $ 18- $ 28 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 283 Bannatyne Ave , 204-989-7700 , Map 1 : N-4
PROMENADE CAFÉ AND WINE Just over the Esplanade Riel from The Forks , this neighbourhood bistro has one of the best views of the city . Classic European fare in an understated atmosphere at a phenomenal price . Popular place for divine breakfasts . French classics are executed with precision — bison tourtière is a must-try . Sun & Mon 8 am-2 pm , Tue-Sat 8 am- 10 pm . Entrées : $ 16- $ 26 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 130 Provencher Blvd , 204-233-7030 , Map 1 : P-6
RESTO GARE & TRAIN BAR Classic French bistro fare in an industrial chic setting . The signature historical railcar has been converted into a contemporary dining room . House specialties include delicate seafood crêpes with Chardonnay velouté and Gruyère . Mon-Fri from 11 am , Sat & Sun from 5 pm . Entrées : $ 14- $ 60 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 630 Des Meurons St , 204-237-7072 , Map 1 : P-6
SOUS SOL Hidden in a basement space at Confusion Corner , this speakeasy-inspired eatery is worth the hunt . The menu as much as the setting transports to 1920s Paris , with an ever-changing collection of old school French classics , masterfully prepared by Chef Michael Robins . Creamy potatoes dauphinoise is a fan favourite . Thu-Sat 5 pm-2 am . Entrées : $ 20- $ 30 . LP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 22-222 Osborne St , Map 1 : S-3
georgian
SAPERAVI The first Georgian restaurant on the prairies is a sleek second floor space overlooking the Corydon Ave strip . Yellow walls and hanging pendant lighting create a homey atmosphere . Specialties include khinkali , a Georgian dumpling filled with a spiced blend of minced beef and pork . Tue-Sat 4:30 pm-11:00 pm , Sun 4:30 pm-9:30 pm . Entrées : $ 10- $ 22 . LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 709 Corydon Ave , 204-416-3996 , Map 1 : T-2 greek
GUS & TONY ’ S AT THE PARK This casual eatery offers Greek classics . The extensive menu features brawny burgers , saucy gyros , perfectly seasoned souvlaki , and fries smothered in house-made chili and feta . Mon-Fri 10:30 am-9 pm , Sat & Sun 9 am-9 pm . Entrées : $ 8- $ 18 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 2015 Portage Ave , 204-414-5508 , Map 2 : D-2
HELIOS Sun soaked room offers a large selection of traditional and modern Greek favourites . The menu shines at lunch with dishes like beef and lamb gyros and Helios ’ staple lasagne . End your meal on a sweet note with decadent baklava , warmed layers of pastry , nuts and honey . Daily 11 am-10 pm . Entrées : $ 10- $ 26 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 241 St Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-3655 , Map 2 : D-5
HOMER ’ S This cheerfully decorated Greek tavern accented with classic 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
PEMBINA VILLAGE RESTAURANT Mediterranean and North American cuisine mixed together , with gyros and souvlaki joined by New York steak at this family-friendly spot . Mon 9 am-2 pm , Tue-Sun 9 am-9 pm . Entrées : $ 11- $ 30 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 333 Pembina Hwy , 204-477-5439 , Map 1 : T-3
TUXEDO VILLAGE RESTAURANT This large family-run restaurant is famous for its perfectly spiced chicken souvlaki and massive Greek salads that are never stingy on the feta and olives . Mon-Thu 11 am-9 pm , Fri-Sat 11 pm-10 pm . Entrées : $ 10- $ 23 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 2090 Corydon Ave , 204-897-6565 , Map 2 : D-2
ice cream / gelati
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 . Also dairy-free , fat-free and sugar-free options . Mon-Thu 8 am-9 pm , Sat noon-10 pm , Sun noon-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 different flavours of house made gelati are available by scoop or in tubs to take home . 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 Corydon Avenue institution offers 75 wild , powerful flavours of mouth-watering Italian ice cream like lemon , hazelnut and raspberry , served in a cup or a cone . 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
indian
CHARISMA OF INDIA The charm and magic of India come alive inside this popular West Broadway area restaurant . Well-spiced rotis , silky smooth butter chicken and samosas that offer satisfying crunch are some of the specialties . Beautiful imported artwork from India adds to the restaurant ’ s authenticity . 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
30 where . ca march / april 2018