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dining ERA BISTRO Located in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, this open concept room serves locally inspired fare with an emphasis on sustainability. Lightly panko breaded and fried Bearcat pickerel cheeks are a treat. Mon closed, Tue, Thu-Sun 10 am-4 pm, Wed 10 am-8 pm. Entrées: $13-$21. WA, LP, SP,. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 85 Israel Asper Way, 204-289-2190, Map 1: Q-5 Comfort Food is food which provides a nostalgic or sentimental feeling KEVIN’S BISTRO This upscale bistro’s take on comfort food makes it a hotspot in the Exchange District. The menu brings back the 1970’s casserole and ups the mac ‘n cheese ante with a saucy bechamel. WA, LP. Cards: A, IA, M, V. 141 Bannatyne Ave, 204-221-5028, Map 1: O-4 LE GARAGE This eatery in the French Quarter offers sophisticated tastes with a backdrop of live music. 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 PRAIRIE INK RESTAURANT & BAKERY Cozy retreat inside McNally Robinson Booksellers. Healthy fare includes soups, sandwiches and salads. 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 PRAIRIE’S EDGE Eatery nestled in the greenery of Kildonan Park offers creative dishes packed with regional ingredients in a room sprinkled with touches of retro decor. Wed-Sun 9 am-8 pm. Entrées: $14-$29. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 2015 Main St, 204-284-7275, Map 2: B-4 SAUCERS CAFÉ Dramatic photography adorns the red and yellow walls of this buzzing neighbourhood eatery. Mon-Thu 11 am-10 pm; Fri & Sat 11 am-11 pm. Entrées: $9-$19. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 570 Academy Rd, 204-489-9204, Map 2: D-3 STEVE’S BISTRO Located in an Portage Avenue suburban strip mall in West Winnipeg, this chic bistro features a stylish interior replete with rustic wrought iron gates and arches in soothing earth tones. Tue-Fri 11 am-10 pm, Sat 9 am-10 pm. Entrées: $21-$35. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 3123 Portage Ave, 204-831-5531, Map 2: D-1 COMFORT FOOD. COMFORTABLE CHAIRS. COMFORTABLY PRICED. Main fl oor - Manitoba Hydro Place, 375 Graham Ave. 1 block west of the Bell MTS Place. 204.421.9094 rudyseatanddrink.com WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF MOST DOWNTOWN HOTELS 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 NUBURGER Healthy, fresh twists on the classic burger are what’s on the menu at the bright and modern spot. Call for hours. Entrées: $7-$12. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, V, MC. ilovenuburger.com. The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd, Map 1: Q-5; 1650 Kenaston Blvd, 204-615-2009, Map 2: F-3; 2-1596 Regent Ave W, 204-219-5134, Map 2: 5-C; 472 Stradbrook Ave, 204-888-1001, Map 1: R-3. TIPSY COW Burger love provides the inspiration for new downtown spot. Ambitious standouts like the fully- loaded Winnipegger burger nods to legendary Fat Boy toppings. Entrées: $9-$15. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, V, MC. 285 Portage Ave, 204-944-8928, Map 1: P-3 WINNIPEG’S ORIGINAL CRAFT BREWERY Taproom exclusive brews pour daily starting at 11am 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, as well as fresh baking and a lineup of morning cocktails. 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 made with dairy free cheddar and brown rice pasta. 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-2 550 Roseberry St. 204.832.7468 halfpintsbrewing.com Saturday Brewery Tours start at 1pm november/december 2018 where.ca 25