Classic Italian Dining for Your Group
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A Winnipeg Tradition in a new location.
Now 5 minutes from the airport between Sargent and Ellice!
Cafe serving amazing salads, soups, sandwiches, falafel, desserts, plus more!
Full catering services from family dinners to gala events.
664 King Edward St. 204-339-1957( Between Sargent & Ellice) desserts-plus. com
Classic Italian Dining for Your Group
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Canadian: THE CORNERSTONE Smart bar food has gained quick popularity at this hotspot at the heart of Osborne Village. Neighbourhood regulars return for chef Norman Pastorin’ s perfectly executed plates which fuse haute cuisine techniques, comfort food flavours, and ingredients from around the globe. Minimalist decor lets local art and stunning food shine. Try the divinely prepared and perfectly crispy pork belly. Daily 11 am- 2 am. Entrées: $ 7- $ 20. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 93 Osborne St, 204-505-7772, Map 1: R-3
British: THE GROVE Modern Crescentwood pub boasts flat-screen TVs, spacious dining room and 16 brews on tap. Upscale British pub favourites are served with a twist. Bangers and mash, for example, are elegantly presented with a spray of crispy shallots and savoury au jus. Sun-Wed 11 am-midnight, Thu-Sat 11 am-late. Entrées: $ 9- $ 17. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 164 Stafford St, 204-415-3262, Map 2: D-3
British: THE KING’ S HEAD Enjoy a chilled pint in this beloved English-style pub. The sprawling setting has more than 400 seats over multiple floors in its heritage building space. Find Brit influence on the menu in the form of traditional plates like Scotch eggs and shepherd’ s pie, as well as an extensive selection of curries and other Indian specialties. Darts and pool tables on the main and top floors. Mon-Fri 11 am-2 am, Sat 12 pm-2 am, Sun 2 pm-2 am. Entrées: $ 8- $ 13. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 120 King St, 204-957-7710, Map 1: O-4
Canadian: THE PALM LOUNGE Situated in The Fort Garry Hotel, this high-class lounge is open to hotel guests and the public for lunch, dinner as well as latenight drinks and live local jazz performances. Dine on home-away-from-home diners such as meat lasagna, housemade perogies, grilled salmon and sausages made from scratch. Mon-Thu 11 am-12 am, Fri 11 am-1 am, Sat 12 pm-1 am, Sun 12 pm-12 am. Entrees $ 19- $ 32. WA, LP. Cards: AE, MC, V, ATM. The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, 1-800-665-8088, Map 1: Q-4
Canadian: PEG BEER CO. Exchange District brewpub offers up craft beers alongside regional specialties. Sharing is key, with a menu of meat and cheese boards, flatbreads, and“ large plates” of family style feasts from baked ham to rack of lamb. Tue-Thu 11 am-11 pm, Fri- Sat 11 am-12 am. Entrées: $ 12- $ 15, $ 45- $ 60 for large plates. WA, LP, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 125 Pacific Ave, 204-416-2337, Map 1: N-4
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, with a casual, convivial atmosphere every night of the week. The kitchen pumps out hearty Irish meals, like steak and stout pie. 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 One of the first pubs in town,“ the Toad” is extremely popular with the Osborne Village crowd for its tipples and board games. 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 style bar to catch the game with a vast selection of draught beers and a menu focused on comfort food and platters to share. Daily drink and happy hour specials are sure to impress. On weekends, 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 restaurant complete with arcade games and table tennis. The food diners love has been transplanted into a new setting that centres on fun, with a menu of loaded pizzas and burgers. 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, scratch-made food makes this the perfect place to have a pint and a plate. Attracting a diverse clientele from business lunchers to studded leather punk-rock types after dark, all sharing an appreciation for no-frills, 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 Newly renovated dining room offers a stylish and 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 Mod rustic River Heights bistro focused on in season local tastes with an emphasis on butchery and nose-to-tail eating. A fluid menu tempts with inspired plays on favourite ingredients like pork belly, beets, scallop, and offal. Housemade ice cream is divine. 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
ELEMENTS Open to the public but located in a University of Winnipeg building, this bright and airy full-service restaurant emphasizes fresh fare and local ingredients. Vegetarians and vegans welcomed with elegant entrées such as roasted zucchini with pine nut and quinoa stuffing. Mon-Fri 10 am-8 pm, Sat-Sun 10 am-4 pm. Entreés: $ 14- $ 26. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, M, V. 599 Portage Avenue, 204-786-9237, Map 1: P-2
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. Entrées: $ 20- $ 47. LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 550 Academy Rd, 204-489-6963, Map 2: D-3
GATES ON ROBLIN TGorgeous restaurant 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. Prairie proteins shine, with elegant preparation of pickerel and bison. 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 reopens in the summer months. 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
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