DINING
ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE A Winnipeg tradition
famous for its signature giant apple pancake. The full
menu includes crêpes, waffles and French toast as well
as burgers, roast beef, soups and salads. Call for hours.
Entrées: $7-$13. WA, LP (except Pembina), SP. Cards: AE,
IA, MC, V. The Forks Market, 204-947‑5077, Map 1: Q-5 ;
1049 Pembina Hwy, 204-452‑1040, Map 2: E-4 ;
2220 McGillivray Blvd, 204‑489-2885, Map 2: G-3.
Clarion Hotel, 1445 Portage Ave, 204-775‑9035,
Map 2: D-3
PARK CAFÉ Situated in the Qualico Family Centre, this
window wrapped dining room enjoys a great view of
the Assiniboine Park duck pond. Executive Chef Heiko
Duehrsen’s breakfast and lunch menu has appeal for all
ages, with comforting casual dishes that nod to regional
ingredients, from buttermilk pancakes to farmer’s sausage
poutine. Open daily from 8 am to 4 pm. Entrées: $6-$14.
WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Qualico Family Centre in
Assiniboine Park, 330 Assiniboine Park Dr, 204-927-6001,
Map 2: D-2
FAST CASUAL
BURRITO DEL RIO/BURRITO DEL RIO DOS These
casual Tex-Mex eateries offer made-to-order favourites
including fajitas, generous burritos and quesadillas. Try
tasty garnishes like lime sour cream and chile-roasted
corn for southern flavour. Mon-Wed 11 am-10 pm, Thu-Sat
11 am-11 pm, Sun noon-10 pm. Entrées: $8-$11. WA, LP,
SP. Cards: A, IA, M, V. 433 River Ave, 204-415-5600,
Map 1: R-3; 775 Corydon Ave, 204-414-2440, Map 1: T-2
CHOSABI Excellent Asian eats, like sushi burritos and rice
bowls, in two stylish locations. Grab a seat under the mural
by local artist Pat Lazo. Packaged nigiri, salads, and smoothies
are fresh, light options. Call for hours. Entrées: $8-$14.
WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. A‑100 King St, 204‑615‑8338,
Map 1: O-4; 2696 Pembina Hwy, 204‑615‑8313, Map 2: F-4;
520 Portage Ave, 204‑615‑9386, Map 1: P‑2
THE FORKS MARKET FOOD VENDORS The stylish hub
of Winnipeg’s meeting place offers casual dining options
and a local beer and wine bar. List of vendors and contact
information at theforks.com. The Forks Market, 1 Forks
Market Rd, Map 1: Q-5
KAWAII CREPE Winnipeg’s first Japanese crêpe joint
attracts young and old with its freshly prepared sweet and
savoury crêpes and modern atmosphere. Cleverly named
combinations like “Chickplease” and a brightly coloured
dining room live up to the restaurant’s name, which means
“cute” in Japanese. Mon noon-12 am, Tue-Thu & Sun 10
am-12 am, Fri & Sat 10 am-1 am. Entrées: $3-$8. Cards:
IA, V, MC. 201-99 Osborne St, 204-415‑2833, Map 1: S-3;
1220 St. Mary’s Rd, Unit D, 204‑691‑3700, Map 2: