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In the Exchange, 179 Bannatyne Ave. 204.779.9888 blufish. ca

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Southern hemisphere olive oils are now in from Australia and Chile. Come in to taste how these new world oils pair with our balsamic vinegars!
Winnipeg’ s finest oil and vinegar specialty store.
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DESSERTS PLUS A kosher-dairy café offers a casual destination for snacks and hot meals. Take a raspberry white chocolate pavlova to-go. Entrées: $ 8- $ 16. WA, SP. Cards: IA, M, V. Check website for hours. desserts-plus. com, 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. 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
MARION STREET EATERY Comfort food is elevated with touches of elegance. Try gourmet mac & cheese. Mon-Fri 7 am-3 pm, Sat 7 am-4 pm, Sun 9 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. Filling breakfasts are menu highlights. 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 and top-notch baking. Lunch favourites include the hearty garden burger and spiced chicken curry. House-made strawberry-blueberry jam is a local legend. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 8- $ 15. WA, LP, SP. Cards: IA, MC, V. Seven locations, stella. ca
THE TALLEST POPPY Bright space pairs mis-matched chairs with comforting soul food, killer cocktails, 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
MANGO’ S RESTAURANT Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s-style setting at South Beach Casino. Buffet, dinner specials and full-service menu. 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.
chinese
KUM KOON GARDEN Chinatown institution serves dim sum lunches and evening 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 neighbourhood restaurant where innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine are the specialties. Barbequed half duck is roasted to crispy, succulent perfection. 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
SUN FORTUNE The changing daily soup is a wonder— each special is packed with luscious ingredients such as tentacles of dried squid. Tue, Thu-Sat 11 am-10:30 pm Wed & Sun 11 am-9:30 pm. Entrées: $ 10- $ 29. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 15-2077 Pembina Hwy, 204-269-6868, Map 2: F-4
coffee
CAFÉ POSTAL, 202 Provencher Blvd, 204-414-3654, Map 1: P-6; FOOLS & HORSES COFFEE, 101-379 Broadway, 1 Forks Market Rd, Map 1: P-3, Map 1: Q-5; GREY OWL COFFEE, 272 Main St, Map 1: P-4; LITTLE SISTER COFFEE MAKER, 470 River Ave, Map 1: R-3; MAKE COFFEE + STUFF, 751 Corydon Ave, 204-414-0101, Map 1: T-2; PARK LINE COFFEE 685 Osborne St, Map 2: E-4; PARLOUR COFFEE, 468 Main St, Map 1: O-4; THOM BARGEN COFFEE & TEA, 64 Sherbrook St, 250 Kennedy St, 365 Main St, Map 1: R-2, Map 1: P-3
danish
BISTRO DANSK This intimate restaurant has garnered national recognition for its European comfort food. Specialties include frikadeller, hakkebof and house-made bread and desserts. Lunch Tue-Sat 11 am-2:30 pm( lunch), 5 pm-9 pm( dinner). Entrées: $ 10- $ 16. WA, LP. Cards: AE, MC, V. 63 Sherbrook St, 204-775-5662, Map 1: R-2 deli / diner
BERNSTEIN’ S DELI Jewish specialties features deli 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
THE NOOK DINER Neighbourhood hangout pushes out order favourites including scrumptious eggs Benedict. Breakfast served all day. Sun-Mon 7 am-5 pm, Tues-Sat 6:30 am-8:30pm. Entrées: $ 5- $ 15. WA, SP, LP. Cards: IA, M, V. 43 Sherbrook St, 204-774-0818, Map 1: R-2
RED TOP DRIVE-INN Winnipeg diner continues to impress locals since 1960. Pressure fried chicken is a signature worth waiting for. Mon-Wed & Sat 8 am-8 pm, Thur & Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sun 9 am-2 pm. Entrees: $ 6- $ 17. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 219 St. Mary’ s Rd, 204-233-7943, Map 1: S-6
SALISBURY HOUSE / SALS XPRESS Cheerful local favourite since 1931 known for nips( burgers), wafer pie and 24-hour service. Sal’ s Test Kitchen on Henderson Hwy is home base for the roll out of new menu additions. 12 Winnipeg locations, see salisburyhouse. ca. WA, IA, M, V
family
AALTO’ S FAMILY DINING Popular family dining spot in 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
THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE A Winnipeg tradition famous with a full menu of breakfast and lunch faves. 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 This window wrapped dining room enjoys a great view of the Assiniboine Park duck pond. 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
CHOSABI Excellent Asian eats, like sushi burritos, in four 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; 605 Sterling Lyon Pkwy, Map 2: E-3
THE FORKS MARKET FOOD VENDORS The stylish hub of Winnipeg’ s meeting place offers casual dining options and a 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 Serves sweet and savoury crêpes in a modern atmosphere. 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 Things between bread are the draw at this hip sandwich spot inside an Exchange District heritage space. 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 Take out spot offers authentic Argentinean empanadas in traditional flavours like beef and olive, as well as 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
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