Where May June 2017 Volume 28 Number 1 | Page 29

DINING 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 Classic Italian Dining for Your Group THE TALLEST POPPY  Bright, homey space pairs mis- matched 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 :LQQLSHJ·VIDYRXULWH,WDOLDQFXLVLQHLVEHVW ZKHQVKDUHGZLWK\RXUQHDUHVWDQGGHDUHVW &R]\SULYDWHGLQLQJURRPV ‡0DLQIORRUXSWRJXHVWV‡/D%RFDORIWXSWRJXHVWV CASINO DINING ‡',1(,1‡&$7(5,1*‡'(/,9(5< 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 W, 204-982‑3793, Map 2: D-6 5HVHUYDWLRQVUHFRPPHQGHG ZDONLQVZHOFRPH 0DULRQ6W ZZZSDVTXDOHVUHVWFRP MANGO’S RESTAURANT  Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s-style setting at South Beach Casino. International buffet, nightly dinner specials and full-service 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 KUM KOON GARDEN  The city’s largest restaurant is a Chinatown institution that packs them in for its well- executed dim sum lunches and evening Cantonese regional specialties. The scene is electric, especially on weekends when more than 600 people fill the elaborate interior. Mon- Thu 11 am-11 pm, Fri 11 am-12 am, Sat 10:30 am-12 am, Sun 10:30 am-10 pm (closed daily between 3 pm-4:30 pm). Entrées: $13‑$25. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 257 King St, 204-943‑4655, Map 1: N-4 A slice of Argentinean life in the Exchange District Cozy, casual and fun in the beautiful Exchange District. Welcoming parties up to 65 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 SUN FORTUNE  Bustling Chinatown atmosphere in a south suburban shopping mall favoured by the university crowd. Barbequed duck is a must. Check the Cantonese-language chef’s suggestions and weekend specials card. Tue, Thu- Sat 11 am-10:30 pm Wed & Sun 11 am-9:30 pm. Entrées: $10-$29. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 15-2077 Pembina Hwy, 204-269‑6868, Map 2: F-4 137 Bannatyne Ave. 204-219-5398 corrientes.ca Now open Sundays 12 - 8 pm MAY/JUNE 2017 where.ca 27