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DONA ONESTA
Corrientmas filled with Joy and Cheer
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DINING
BISTRO
BAKED EXPECTATIONS The huge chalkboard lists comfort food , but save room for the sweet stuff . This place is noted for its decadent desserts , like mocha torte and Oreo cheesecake . Mon-Thu 11:30-midnight , Fri & Sat 11:30‐1 am , Sun 11 am-midnight . Entrées : $ 9- $ 12 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : IA . 161 Osborne St , 204‐452‐5176 , Map 1 : S-3
DEER + ALMOND This hip , rustic Exchange District eatery boasts a globally influenced menu of small plates designed for sharing . Creative daily specials impress foodies . Mon-Sat 11 am‐2 pm , 5 pm-11 pm . Entrees : $ 10- $ 29 . WA , LP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 85 Princess St , 204‐504‐8562 , Map 1 : O-4
ERA BISTRO Located in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights , this open concept room serves locally inspired fare with an emphasis on sustainability . Mon , Tue , Thu & Fri 11 am-4 pm , Wed 11 am-8 pm , Sat & Sun 10 am-4 pm . Entrées : $ 13- $ 21 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 85 Israel Asper Way , 204‐289‐2190 , Map 1 : Q-5
LE GARAGE CAFÉ This casual spot in the French Quarter offers sophisticated tastes for lunch , dinner and late night . Live music scheduled . Mon-Thu 11 am-1 am , Fri 11 am-2 am , Sat 12 pm – 2 am . Entrées : $ 15- $ 24 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 166 Provencher Blvd , 204‐237‐0737 , Map 1 : P-6
KHAO HOUSE This cozy spot inside a renovated home serves belly-filling Laotian specialties spiked with uncommon ingredients . Mon & Wed 11 am-2:30 pm , 4:30 pm-9 pm , Thu-Sat 11 am-2:30 pm , 4:30 pm-10 pm , Sun 11 am-9 pm . Closed Tue . Entrées : $ 9- $ 14 . WA , LP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 126 Sherbrook St , 204‐783‐3642 , Map 1 Q-2
PRAIRIE INK RESTAURANT & BAKERY Cozy retreat inside McNally Robinson Booksellers . Healthy fare includes soups , sandwiches and salads . Extensive fresh juice selection . Wonderful on‐site pâtisserie . Mon-Thu 9 am-10 pm , Fri & Sat 9 am-11 pm , Sun 10 am-6 pm . Entrées : $ 16- $ 27 . WA , LP , SP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . Grant Park Shopping Centre , 1120 Grant Ave , 204‐975‐2659 , Map 2 : E-3
BURGERS
BOON BURGER CAFÉ Canada ’ s first vegan burger joint features house-made patties made of mushroom , chickpeas and other meat substitutes . Open daily 11 am-9 pm ( Bannatyne location closes at 4 pm on Sun ). Entrées : $ 6- $ 11 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 79 Sherbrook St , 204‐415‐1391 , Map 1 : Q-2 ; 141 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐504‐5394 , Map 1 : N-4
NUBURGER Healthy , fresh twists on the classic burger are what ’ s on the menu at the bright and modern spot . Pick from locally sourced beef , chicken or veggie patties . 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
CLEMENTINE CAFÉ Underground nook has stellar offerings for breakfast and lunch . Dishes are punctuated with global influence , from Turkish eggs to Belgian 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
DESSERT SINSATIONS CAFÉ This sunny café features fresh eats based on comfort food , like gourmet burgers . Chef / owner Barbara O ’ Hara ’ s tortes are renowned throughout the city . Mon-Thu 11 am‐10 pm , Fri 11 am‐12 am , Sat 9 am-12 am . Entrées : $ 18- $ 25 . WA , LP . Cards : AE , IA , MC , V . 505 St . Mary Ave , 204‐284‐4661 , Map 1 : P-3
FEAST CAFÉ & BISTRO This cozy spot salutes Manitoba ’ s Indigenous groups with a menu rich in bison and berries . Try the butternut squash pizza on a bannock crust . Mon-Thu 8 am-4 pm , Fri-Sat 8 am-9 pm . Entrées : $ 8- $ 14 . WA , LP . Cards : IA , MC , V . 587 Ellice Ave , 204‐691‐5979 , Map 1 : O‐1
THE OAKWOOD Sleek décor and a commitment to local sourcing elevates this neighbourhood haunt . Filling breakfasts and twists on comfort food are top picks . The chalkboard menu lists 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

Corrientmas filled with Joy and Cheer

Cozy , casual and fun in the beautiful Exchange District .
Welcoming parties up to 65
137 Bannatyne Ave . 204-219-5398 corrientes . ca
Now open Sundays 12 - 8 pm

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