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dining Chaeban ICe Cream Josphen Chaeban infuses locally sourced ingredients with Arabic flavours to make exotic and intriguing concoctions like sour cream with beets, and ricotta cheese with poppy seeds. 390 Osborne St, 204-475-6226, map 1: T-4 eVa’S GeLaTO & COFFee bar Bright gelateria gleams with 36 varieties of house-made Argentinian gelato. Mon-Thu 8 am-9 pm, Sat 12 pm-10 pm, Sun 12 pm-9 pm. WA, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 101-1001 Corydon Ave, 204-452–3827, map 1: T-1; 9a-20 Island Shore Blvd, 204-254-2837, map 2: e-5 nUCCI’S GeLaTI The Nucci family offers 75 flavours of mouth-watering Italian ice cream. Open daily 9 am-12 am. LP, SP. Cash only. 643 Corydon Ave, 204-475-8765, map 1: T-3 indian CLaY OVen Stop in for the memorable thali platters, or samosas topped with chickpeas. Call for hours. Entrées: $12-$25. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 240-1600, Kenaston Common, Kenaston Blvd, 204-888-2529, map 2: F-3 ; 247 Edmonton St, map 1: P-3 ; Shaw Park 1 Portage Avenue East (3rd floor), 204-982-7426, map 1: O-5 international/classic baILeY’S Heavy wooden doors open to a world that celebrates the British Empire. Mon-Fri 11 am-1 am, Sat 12 pm-1 am, Sun 4:30 pm-9 pm. Entrées: $18-$34. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V, ATM. 185 Lombard Ave, 204-944-1180, map 1: O-4 maXIme’S South Winnipeg fave sets the standard for suburban-style fine dining. Mon-Thu 11 am-10 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-12 am, Sun 10:30 am-10 pm. Reservations recommended. Entrées: $10-$27. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1131 St. Mary’s Rd, 204-257-1521, map 2: F-4 international/contemporary The beaChCOmber Restaurant offers one of the city’s best views from the patio with a menu reflecting its waterfront location. Mon-Fri 11 am-11 pm, Sat 11 am-12 am, Sun 11 am-10 pm. Entrées: $15-$30. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. The Forks Market, 204-948-0020, map 1: Q-5 enOTeCa This intimate and ultra-hip space boasts an extensive menu of wines as well as a creative list of exotic ingredients. French techniques merge with mod tastes like black garlic and curry. Tue-Thu 5 pm-11 pm, Fri-Sat 5 pm- 2 am, Sun 5 pm-11 pm. Entrées: $14-$18. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. A-1670 Corydon Ave, 204-487-1529, map 2: D-3 OaK anD GraIn At the Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport, comfort food classics are offered with regional spin at the newly renovated bistro. Mon-Fri 6 am-12 am, Sat & Sun 7 am-11 pm. Entrées: $20-$36. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1800 Wellington Avenue, 204-786-0926, map 2: C-3 mÁQUÈ The latest open from chef Scott Bagshaw is a cozy window wrapped Crescentwood dining room, where the open kitchen offers impeccable adaptations of pan- Asian cuisine. French-inflected dishes meld traditional preparations with far East ingredients. Tue-Sun 5 pm-12 am. WA, LP. Small plates: $5-$22. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 909 Dorchester Ave, 204-284-3385, map 1: T-2 The bLUe marbLe reSTaUranT & LOUnGe Serving fresh delights with artful presentations. Open daily 11:30 am-10 pm, lounge hours 11:30 am-12 am. Entrées: $11-$30. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1979 Wellington Avenue, 204-594-1967, map 2: C-3 The mITCheLL bLOCK Located in the historic Mitchell building, this restaurant showcases gastronomically elevated home cooking. Mon-Wed 5 pm-9 pm, Thu- Sat 5 pm-10 pm. Lounge open 2 hours after restaurant closure. Entrées: $20-$29. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 173 McDermot Ave, 204-949-9032; map 1: O-4 eaST InDIa COmPanY The Mehra family’s restaurant makes dining a complete sensory experience. Lunch buffet (Mon-Fri): $15, daily dinner buffet: $20. Mon-Fri 11 am- 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm-9:30 pm; Sat 4:30 pm-9:30 pm; Sun 12 pm-8:30 pm. Entrées: $12-$16. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 349 York Ave, 204-947-3097, map 1: P-4 CaPITaL GrILL anD bar Neighbourhood regulars clink glasses over a mix of homey and high cuisine. Short rib rigatoni in a winey tomato sauce is perfect comfort food. Tue-Sat 11 am-10 pm, Sun 11 am-9 pm. Entrées: $13-$38. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 3116 Roblin Blvd, 204-615-3116, map 2: D-2 rUDY’S eaT & DrInK New m eets old inside an architecturally innovative building, where diners tuck into classics with a contemporary twist. Mon-Fri 11 am-late, Sat 5 pm-late. Entrées: $18-$26. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 375 Graham Ave, main floor MB Hydro Place, 204-421-9094, map 1: P-4 InDIa PaLaCe Neighbourhood haunt in the West End caters to all tastes with a large and menu. Classic curries and delicious, cumin-laden samosas. Buffet available for lunch and dinner. Mon-Sat 11 am-10 pm, Sun 4 pm-10 pm. Entrées: $10-$15. WA, LP. Cards: IA, AE, MC, V. 770 Ellice Ave, 204-774-6061, map 1: P-1 COrDOVa This casual and lively atmosphere offers unique European influenced tapas and wine selection. Tues-Wed 8 am-2:30 pm, 4:30 pm-12 am, Fri 8 am-2:30 pm, 4:30 pm-2 am, Sat 5 pm-2 am, Sun-Mon closed. Tapas: $6-$8/plate. LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 92 Albert St, 204-691-1900, map 1: O-4 SaDDLerY On marKeT A beautiful Exchange District heritage space now houses this chic restobar. Comforting fare incorporates regional ingredients and touches of global influence. Mon-Wed 11 am-10 pm, Thu-Fri 11 am-late, Sat 4 pm-late. LP. Entrées: $12-$35. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 114 Market Ave, 204-615-1898, map 1: O-4 Comfort Food is food which provides a nostalgic or sentimental feeling WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF MOST DOWNTOWN HOTELS COMFORT FOOD. COMFORTABLE CHAIRS. COMFORTABLY PRICED. Main fl oor - Manitoba Hydro Place, 375 Graham Avenue 1 block west of the Bell MTS Place 204.421.9094 rudyseatanddrink.com may/june 2018 where.ca 27