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Local but worldly, modest but tasty … We silently hummed‘ Oh Canada’ as we ate … It’ s become a can’ t miss spot- Iron Chef Rob Feenie
One of Canada’ s Top Ten Restaurants- The Globe and Mail
Winnipeg’ s“ Best Place to Eat.”- The National Post
Cuvee Award Winning Wine List
DINING
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. Open daily 9 am-10 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 29. 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
PRAIRIE 360 Revolving restaurant offers regional cuisine 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
SMITH Plays on plaid and nostalgic Canadiana touches offer a backdrop to scratch-made regional cuisine. Try the delectable beef tartare. Breakfast from 6:30 am Mon-Fri( 7 am Sat & Sun), lunch daily from 11 am, dinner daily from 5 pm. WA, LP. Entrées: $ 16- $ 36. 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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Tue- Sat Lunch and Dinner. Reservations appreciated. Walk-ins welcome. 550 Academy Rd. at Lanark St. 204.489.6963 fusiongrill. mb. ca
RIBS
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. 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
SUPERB CHINESE CUISINE
Winnipeg’ s favourite Chinese recipes served in a contemporary and warm atmosphere.
TONY ROMA’ S FAMOUS FOR RIBS This international chain has won many awards for its baby back ribs. They offer four very distinct signature rib sauces. Service is exceptional. Kids menu available. Take-out and hotel delivery. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 9- $ 29. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1500 Pembina Hwy, 204-477‐5195, Map 2: E‐4; 656 St. James St, 204-949‐9426, Map 2: D-3; 1212 Nairn Ave, 204-668‐7995, Map 2: D-5
SOUTH AMERICAN
CARNAVAL BRAZILIAN BBQ Much buzzed-about, new concept to this region offers diners a unique meat tour of Brazil carved up table side by charming gauchos. This allyou-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. Cards: AE, IA. MC, V. 270 Waterfront Dr, 204-505-0945, Map 1: P-4
CORRIENTES ARGENTINE PIZZERIA Located in the heart of the historic Exchange District, 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. Mon-Fri 11 am-9 pm, Sat 12 pm-10 pm, Sun 12 pm-8 pm. Entrées: $ 5-30. LP. Cards: V, MC, IA. 137 Bannatyne Ave, 204‐219‐5398, Map 1: O-4
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. Open daily 11:30 am-2 pm, 5 pm & on. Entrées: $ 44 prix fixe. LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1390 Erin St, 204-783‐2813, Map 2: C-3 www. northgardenwinnipeg. com 6-33 University Crescent( 204) 275-2591 Mon-Sat 10 am-11:30 pm, Sun 10 am-10:30 pm
LA FIESTA CAFECITO Salvadoran dishes found inside a bright room festooned with vacation‐inspired decor. Menu 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
34 where. ca MAY / JUNE 2017