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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 from the 12th floor. Menu includes a variety of dairy-free, glutenfree, and vegetarian options. 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
WHY NOT TONIGHT?
Regardless of who you’ re with or what the occasion, we’ ll always make you feel celebrated at The Keg.
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, hard-boiled egg, and marinated vegetables. Breakfast Mon-Fri 6:30 am, Sat & Sun 7 am, lunch daily 11 am, dinner daily 5 pm. Entrées: $ 16- $ 36. WA, LP, SP. 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. Chef Tim Palmer wows with unique applications of local flavours. 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
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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. The dining room exudes a confidence similar to a tony steakhouse. 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
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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. Daily 11:30 am-2 pm, 5 pm-late. Entrées: $ 44 prix fixe. LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1390 Erin St, 204-783-2813, Map 2: C-3
CARNAVAL BRAzILIAN BBQ Much buzzed-about eatery offers diners a unique meat tour carved up table side. 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, SP. Cards: AE, IA. MC, V. 270 Waterfront Dr, 204-505-0945, Map 1: P-4
St. James | Garry Street | Southside
Souvlaki. Saganaki. Moussaka. Yemista!
IT’ S ALL GREEK.
Traditional recipes, generous portions for big appetites
CORRIENTES ARGENTINE PIzzERIA 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. Don’ t miss trying a traditional empanada stuffed with tender beef, olives, and roasted red pepper. Mon-Fri 11 am-9 pm, Sat 12 pm-10 pm, Sun 12 pm-8 pm. Entrées: $ 5-30. LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 137 Bannatyne Ave, 204-219-5398, Map 1: O-4
LA FIESTA CAFECITO Salvadoran dishes found inside a bright room festooned with vacation-inspired decor. Smoky pupusas stuffed wtih shredded pork and melty cheese and topped with a zingy cabbage slaw are not to be missed. Menu also offers combo platters and exotic fruit drinks. Tue-Thu 4 pm-9 pm, Fri & Sat 4 pm-10 pm. Entrées: $ 11- $ 19. WA, LP, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 730 St. Anne’ s Rd, 204-257-7108, Map 2: F-5
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