More than 40 years ago, Mrs. Usha Mehra brought her passion for Indian cuisine to Canada. She founded the first North Indian restaurant in Winnipeg, featuring all of her own original recipes. Over the years, Kamal and Sudha Mehra enamoured thousands of diners with those dishes. Today, Sudha Mehra and her children carry forward this legacy of cuisine. Classical Indian flavours are presented with a contemporary flair amidst centuries old Indian wood carvings, paintings and intricate tapestries; The Mehras would like to invite you to experience the dynamic essence that India is known for.
dining
Burgers
BOON BURGER CAFÉ Canada’ s first vegan-only burger joint features house-made patties made of mushroom, chickpeas and other meat substitutes. Open daily 11 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 6- $ 11. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 79 Sherbrook St, 204-415-1391, Map 1: Q-2
DAIRI-WIP DRIVE-IN 383 Marion St, 204-233-5144, Map 1: R-7; MRS. MIKE’ S 286 Taché Ave, 204-237-3977, Map 1: R-5; VJ’ s DRIVE-INN 170 Main St, 204-943-2655, Map 1: P-4; WHITE TOP DRIVE- INN 409 Manitoba Ave, 204-589-4419 Map 1: K-4
DALY BURGER This classic burger spot evokes a 50’ s diner feel with a classic menu and retro memorabilia. Burgers, chili fries, cheese dogs and super thick shakes are popular through generations. Sun-Thu 11 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-10 pm. Entrées: $ 4- $ 9. WA. Cards: IA, MC, V. 619 Corydon Ave, 204-284-4944, Map 1: T-3
MARKET BURGER Hip hangout serves up mouthfuls of Manitoba with local ingredients. Combos like peanut butter and bacon. Open Mon-Thu 11:30 am-10 pm, Fri 11:30 am-11 pm, Sat 12 pm-11 pm, Sun 12 pm-10 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 10. SP, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 645 Corydon Ave, 204-505-2510, Map 1: S-3
NUBURGER Healthy twists on the classic burger are what’ s on this modern menu. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 7- $ 12. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, V, MC. 472 Stradbrook Ave, 204-888-1001, Map 1: R-3; 1650 Kenaston Blvd, 204-615-2009, Map 2: F-3; The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd, ilovenuburger. com, Map 1: Q-5
cafÉ / Bakery
ACROSS THE BOARD GAME CAFÉ Choose from more than 1,000 board games to play, or simply enjoy a meal in this bright space. Tue-Thu & Sun 11 am-10 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-12 am. Entrées: $ 14- $ 17. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 211 Bannatyne Ave, 204-691-3422, Map 1: O-4
CLEMENTINE CAFÉ Underground nook has stellar offerings for breakfast and lunch punctuated with global influence from Middle Eastern spices to Belgian-style waffles. Mon-Fri 7 am-4 pm, Sat & Sun 8 am-4 pm. Entrées: $ 7- $ 13. LP. Cards: A, IA, M, V. 123 Princess St, 204-942-9497, Map 1: O-4
COCOABEANS Gluten free café serves light, fresh meals that cater to all dietary restrictions, like vegan mac n’ cheese. Celiac friendly baked goods. Mon-Thu 9 am-8 pm, Fri & Sat 9 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 7- $ 15. WA, SP. Cards: AE, IA, M, V. 774 Corydon Ave, 204-691-6046, Map 1: T-2
DESSERTS PLUS A kosher-dairy café offers a casual destination for snacks and hot meals such as Asian salmon burger. Browse the shelves of specialty food products. Entrées: $ 8- $ 16. WA, SP. Cards: IA, M, V. 664 King Edward St, 204-339-1957, Map 2: D-3
FEAST CAFÉ & BISTRO This cozy spot pays tribute to Manitoba’ s Indigenous groups with a menu rich in bannock, bison and berries. Try the creamy, butternut squash pizza on a fried bannock crust. Mon-Thu 8 am-4 pm, Fri-Sat 8 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 14. WA, LP. Cards: IA, M, V. 587 Ellice Ave, 204-691-5979, Map 1: O-1
FORTH This well-designed, sun-dappled café inside an Exchange District heritage building is home to local roaster Dogwood Coffee Co. A short and sweet menu of breakfast classics, soups, and sandwiches impresses. The hip downstairs bar serves slick cocktails and appetizers. Mon- Fri 7 am-10 pm, Sat-Sun 9 am-5 pm. Entrées: $ 5.50- $ 12. LP, SP. Cards: AE, M, V. 171 McDermot Ave, Map 1: O-4
MARION STREET EATERY Chef Melissa Hryb elevates comfort food with elegance. Pancakes with bacon and apple whiskey caramel make for an epic brunch. Mon-Tue 11 am-8 pm, Wed-Thu 7 am-8 pm, Fri & Sat 7 am-9 pm, Sun 7 am-2 pm. Entrées: $ 9- $ 15. WA, SP, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 393 Marion Street, 204-233-2843, Map 2: F-4
THE OAKWOOD Sleek décor and a commitment to local sourcing elevates this neighbourhood haunt. Don’ t miss the chalkboard menu listing an indulgent array of desserts. Sun-Tue 8 am-8 pm, Wed-Sat 8 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 19. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 660 Osborne St, 204-475-4250, Map 2: E-4
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. 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
THE TALLEST POPPY This bright, homey space pairs mis-matched chairs with comforting soul food and twists on classic diner fare. Mon-Thu 10 am – 9 pm, Fri-Sat 8 am – 9 pm, Sun 9 am – 9 pm. LP, SP. Entrées: $ 9- $ 18. Cards: IA, M, V. 103 Sherbrook St, 204-219-8777, Map 1: R-1
casino dining
JAG’ S RESTAURANT À la carte menus feature local, sustainable ingredients.. 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
MANGO’ S RESTAURANT Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s-style setting at South Beach Casino. International buffet, nightly dinner specials and fullservice 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.
More than 40 years & three generations
More than 40 years ago, Mrs. Usha Mehra brought her passion for Indian cuisine to Canada. She founded the first North Indian restaurant in Winnipeg, featuring all of her own original recipes. Over the years, Kamal and Sudha Mehra enamoured thousands of diners with those dishes. Today, Sudha Mehra and her children carry forward this legacy of cuisine. Classical Indian flavours are presented with a contemporary flair amidst centuries old Indian wood carvings, paintings and intricate tapestries; The Mehras would like to invite you to experience the dynamic essence that India is known for.
Extensive lunch and dinner buffet includes delicious vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options
eastindiaco. com • Winnipeg- 349 York Ave. 204-947-3097
• Ottawa- 210 Somerset St. West 613-567-4634 • Ottawa- 1993 Robertson Rd. 613-721-3777
24 where. ca may / june 2018