MICHELE’ S RESTAURANT Elegant recreation of a 19th-century railroad hotel, complete with red-carpeted staircases on each side of the restaurant. Must be 18 or older to enter. 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 wellexecuted dim sum lunches and Cantonese regional specialties. 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
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. 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
coffee
PARK LINE COFFEE 685 Osborne St, Map 2: E-4; CAFÉ POSTAL, 202 Provencher Blvd, 204-414-3654, Map 1: P-6; FOLIO CAFÉ, 2299 Grant Ave, 204-487-3300( ext 698), Map 2: E-2; FOOLS & HORSES COFFEE, 101-379 Broadway, 1 Forks Market Rd, Map 1: P-3, Map 1: Q-5; HUMAN BEAN, Cityplace, 333 St Mary Ave; MAKE COFFEE + STUFF, 751 Corydon Ave, 204-414-0101, Map 1: T-2; LITTLE SISTER COFFEE MAKER, 470 River Ave, Map 1: R-3; PARLOUR COFFEE, 468 Main St, Map 1: O-4; THOM BARGEN COFFEE & TEA, 64 Sherbrook St, 250 Kennedy St, Map 1: R-2, Map 1: P-3
deli / diner
BERNSTEIN’ S DELI Jewish specialties and homestyle take-out. Eat-in menu features staples like bagels thickly layered with lox and cream cheese. Mon-Fri 8 am-7:30pm, Sat 8 am-3:30 pm, Sun 9 am-2:30 pm. Entrées: $ 5- $ 16. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1700 Corydon Ave, 204-488-4552, Map 2: D-3
FALAFEL PLACE Meaty pitas, baba ghanoush, and specializing in Israeli-style falafel balls served in pitas or on platters. Offer vegan breakfasts. Open daily 6:30 am- 9 pm. Entrées: $ 6- $ 12. WA. Cards: IA. 1101 Corydon Ave, 204-489-5811, Map 2: D-3
THE NOOK DINER Long time favourite appeals to hipsters, young families, and seniors. Daytime hangout pushes out short order favourites. Sun 7 am-5 pm, Mon 6:30 am-5 pm, Tues-Fri 6:30 am-8:30pm, Sat 7 am-5 pm. Entrées: $ 5- $ 15. WA, SP, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 43 Sherbrook St, 204-774-0818. Map 1: R-1
SALISBURY HOUSE / SALS XPRESS Cheap and cheerful local favourite since 1931 known for its legendary nips( burgers), wafer pie and 24 hour service. Henderson Highway location, known as Sal’ s Test Kitchen, is home base for the roll out of new menu additions for the entire chain. 12 Winnipeg locations, see salisburyhouse. ca. WA, IA, M, V
SHERBROOK STREET DELICATESSEN Traditional Jewish specialties and Eastern European flavour profiles add old school charm to this slick sandwich spot. Piles of housemade smoked meat, corned beef, and sour coleslaw draw crowds eager for from-scratch cooking. Mon-Sun 10 am-8 pm. Entrées: $ 13- $ 28. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 102 Sherbrook St, 204-615-3354, Map 1: R-1
ethiopian
KOKEB Expect warm hospitality at this recently relocated gem. Traditional stews with split peas, lentils and cabbage are served. Be sure to try a cup of vibrant Ethiopian coffee. Tues-Sun 11:30 am-midnight. Entrées: $ 2- $ 11. LP. Cards: IA, V, MC. 266 Edmonton St, 204-784-9267, Map 1: P-3 dining
MASSAWA Platters of Ethiopian and Eritrean food are worth the often lengthy wait. The house platter is the way to go, served with a combination of beef and lamb and four vegetable dishes. Sun-Thu 5 pm-10 pm, Fri-Sat 4:30 pm-11 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 13. LP, SP. Cards: IA, V. 121 Osborne St, 204-284-3194, Map 1: R-3
family
AALTO’ S FAMILY DINING A popular family dining spot located within the Canad Inns hotel chain. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 7- $ 14, dinner buffet $ 8- $ 18. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Canad Inns Fort Garry, 1824 Pembina Hwy, 204-478-6422, Map 2: F-4; Canad Inns Transcona, 826 Regent Ave W, 204-224-1681, Map 2: D-6; Canad Inns Garden City, 2100 McPhillips St, 204-633-0024, Map 2: B-4; Canad Inns Windsor Park, 1034 Elizabeth Rd, 204-253-2641, Map 2: E-5; Canad Inns Polo Park, 1405 St. Matthews Ave, 204-775-8791, Map 2: D-3; Club Regent Casino Hotel, 1415 Regent Ave W, 204-667-5560, Map 2: D-6
CHICAGO JOE’ S Located in the Victoria Inn. The huge menu includes all the comfort food favourites along with pasta, chicken, seafood and steak options. Mon-Thu 6:30 am-10 pm, Fri 6:30 am-11 pm, Sat & Sun 7 am-11 pm. Entrées: $ 13- $ 27. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Victoria Inn, 1808 Wellington Ave, 204-786-4801, Map 2: C-3
THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake. 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 dining room enjoys a great view of the Assiniboine Park duck pond. Executive Chef Heiko Duehrsen’ s menu appeals to all ages. 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, 204-927-6080, Map 2: D-2
fast casual
BURRITO DEL RIO Casual Tex-Mex offers made-toorder favourites including fajitas, generous burritos and quesadillas. Mon-Wed 11 am-10 pm, Thu-Sat 11 am-11 pm, Sun 12 pm-10 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 11. WA, LP, SP. Cards: A, IA, M, V. 433 River Ave, 204-415-5600, Map 1: R-3
CHOSABI Creative sushi burritos and rice bowls, in three stylish locations. Call for hours. Entrées:$ 8- $ 14. WA, LP, SP. 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 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 all ages with its fresh sweet and savoury crêpes. Mon 12 pm-12 am, Tue-Thu & Sun 10 am-12 am, Fri & Sat 10 am-1 am. Entrées: $ 3- $ 8. Cards: IA, MC, V. 201- 99 Osborne St, 204-415-2833, Map 1: S-3; 1220 St. Mary’ s Rd, Unit D, 204-691-3700, Map 2: F-4; 4-1385 McPhillips St, 204-694-0986, Map 2: B-3
KING + BANNATYNE This hip sandwich spot inside an Exchange District heritage space offers delicious weekly specials with wild flavours and creative ingredients. Mon- Sat 11 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 12. WA, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 4-100 King St, 204-691-9757, Map 1: O-4
LA PAMPA The dynamic team behind Corrientes opened an extension of their hearty Latin American cuisine. Argentinean empanadas in traditional flavours and creative contemporary varieties. Mon-Sat 11 am-7 pm, Sun closed. Entrées: $ 4- $ 5 per empanada. WA. Cards: IA, MC, V. 10-1604 St Mary’ s Rd, 204-615-8969, Map 2: F-4
RESTAURANT & CATERING
Mediterranean & Greek cuisine
• Fresh, healthy ingredients
• House-baked, multi-grain breads
• Olive oil from our family estate in Greece.
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