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204-504-8299
2999 PEMBINA HWY Pembina
204-505-6989
1041 MCPHILLIPS ST McPhillips
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OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY Winnipeg favourite in a 100-year-old railway storage building serving its famous spaghetti. Sun-Thu 11:30 am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 11:30 am-10 pm. Entrées: $ 10- $ 19. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Johnston Terminal at The Forks, main floor, 204-957-1391, Map 1: Q-5
PASQUALE’ S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Long-standing destination treats all as family, serving classic pastas and old fashioned recipes. Lunch: Mon-Fri 11 am-3:30 pm; Dinner: Mon-Wed 4 pm-9:30 pm, Thu-Sat 4 pm-10 pm. Entrées: $ 13- $ 24. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 109 Marion St, 204-231-1403, Map 1: Q-5
italian / contemporary
CAFÉ CARLO This 50-seat bistro is a popular and influential neighbourhood spot. Almost any dish can be made gluten-free upon request. Lunch: Mon-Sat 11:30 am-2 pm. Dinner: Mon-Sat 5 pm-10 pm, Sun 5 pm-9 pm. Entrées: $ 18- $ 34. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 243 Lilac St, 204-477-5544, Map 1: T-2
CIBO WATERFRONT CAFÉ Renovated heritage space located on Waterfront drive boasts one of the best views in the city. Stand outs include the 10 different types of bruschetta. Sun-Thu 8 am-12 am, Fri & Sat 8 am-1 am. Entrées: $ 12- $ 30. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 339 Waterfront Dr, 204-594-0339, Map 1: P-4
PASSERO AND CORTO This space at The Common at The Forks has Corto, open at lunch, serving sandwiches and specialty coffee. PASSERO offers modern dining at night, like flat iron steak, lamb and ricotta gnocchi. Daily 11 am-11 pm. Entrées: $ 12- $ 22. WA, LP Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1 Forks Market Rd, 204-291-7300, Map 1: Q-5
japanese
BLÜFISH This chic sushi spot in the theatre district offers a small menu packed with creative signature and starter plates. Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30 am-2 pm. Dinner: Sun-Thu 4:30 pm-9:30 pm, Fri & Sat 4:30 pm-11 pm. Entrées: $ 12- $ 23. LP. Cards: IA, MC, V, AE. 179 Bannatyne Ave, 204-779-9888, Map 1: O-4
ICHIBAN A Winnipeg tradition celebrating more than 40 years of dining entertainment. The show takes place at tableside grills where the Ichiban chef presides. Sun- Thu 5 pm-9:30 pm, Fri & Sat 5 pm-10 pm. Entrées: $ 22- $ 50. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 189 Carlton St, 204-925-7400, Map 1: P-3
KYU BISTRO This spot, opened in 2013, was the first in Winnipeg to specialize in ramen. It’ s part of the Kyu empire, a collection of Asian eateries across the city. Mon-Thu 11:30 am-8pm, Fri 11:30-10:30 pm, Sat 12 pm-10:30 pm, Sun 12 pm to 8 pm. Entrées: $ 10- $ 18. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 185 Isabel St, 204-504-8999, Map 1: N-3
IZAKAYA EDOKKO Sleek space downtown offers modern Japanese eats from chef Masa Sugita, including Izakaya, Japanese small plates. Lunch: Tue-Sat 11:30 am-2:00 pm. Dinner: Mon-Thu, Sun 4:30 pm-9:30 pm, Fri-Sat 4:30 pm-10:30 pm. WA. Entrées: $ 7- $ 15. AE, IA, MC, V. 190 Smith St, 204-615-5556, Map 1: P-4
MEIJI The marriage between martini and sushi has become legend here. Martini hits, smoothly accompany Meiji’ s hefty sushi rolls. Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30 am-2 pm. Dinner: Sun-Thu 5 pm-10:30 pm, Fri & Sat 5 pm-11:30 pm. Entrées: $ 9- $ 67. LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 454 River Ave, 204-284-3996, Map 1: R-3
WASABI New-school sushi is taken to creative heights. Open for lunch and dinner, call for hours. Entrées: $ 18- $ 20. WA( not Osborne), LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 588 Broadway, 204-774-4328, Map 1: Q-2; 105-121 Osborne St, 204-474-2332, Map 1: R-3; 3-1360 Taylor Ave, 204-415-7878, Map 1: E-3
YUJIRO This zen-like space attracts Japanese cuisine purists for its traditional preparation and high quality ingredients. Mon, Wed-Sat 11:30 am-2 pm, 5 pm-9 pm, Sun 1 pm-9 pm. Entrées: $ 11- $ 20. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 1822 Grant Ave, 204-489-9254, Map 1: P-3 mexican
CARLOS & MURPHY’ S Serves Mexican cantina staples such as taco salads, hot wings, chimichangas, heaping Carlos nachos and renowned iced margaritas. Mon- Wed 11:30 am-1 am, Thu-Sat 11:30 am-2 am, Sun 3:30 pm-midnight. Entrées: $ 7- $ 17. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 129 Osborne St, 204-284-3510, Map 1: R-3
LA ROCA Expect the light and fresh flavours of coastal Mexico in dishes like taco trios and flavoured margaritas. Unique double decker patio gives a view of downtown. Tue-Wed 4 pm-late, Thu-Fri 11:30 am-late, Sat 4 pm-late. Entrées: $ 12- $ 18. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 155 Smith St, 204-615-9605, Map 1: P-4
pub / lounge
Canadian: BRAZEN HALL Decor blends rustic barn wood and steel with plush banquettes and geometric fixtures. The extensive menu includes modern pub snacks like crispy beet chips. Open daily 11:30 am- 1 am. Entrées: $ 12- $ 26. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 800 Pembina Hwy, 204-453-7980, Map 2: E-4
Canadian: THE CORNERSTONE Regulars return for chef Norman Pastorin’ s perfectly executed plates that fuse haute cuisine techniques, comfort food flavours and ingredients from around the globe. Daily 11 am-2 am. Entrées: $ 7- $ 20. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 93 Osborne St, 204-505-7772, Map 1: R-3
British: THE KING’ S HEAD Enjoy a chilled pint in an English pub setting with extensive Indian menu and lunch buffet on Fridays. Offers 30 local and imported beers on tap. Mon-Fri 11 am-2 am, Sat 12 pm-2 am, Sun 2 pm- 2 am. Entrées: $ 8- $ 13. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 120 King St, 204-957-7710, Map 1: O-4
Canadian: ONE GREAT CITY BREWING CO Upgraded nachos, wings, and sandwiches are joined by cheffy offerings. Six varieties of beer brewed on site. Sun-Thu 11:30 am-1 am, Fri-Sat 11:30 am-2 am. Entrées: $ 13- $ 22. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 1596 Ness Ave, 204-210-2337, Map 2: D-3
Canadian: THE PALM LOUNGE This high-class lounge features nightly live local jazz performances and dine on home-away-from-home dinners. Mon-Thu 11 am-12 am, Fri 11 am-1 am, Sat 12 pm-1 am, Sun 12 pm-12 am. Entrees $ 19- $ 32. WA, LP. Cards: AE, MC, V, ATM. The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, 1-800-665-8088, Map 1: Q-4
Irish: SHANNON’ S This subterranean pub is a popular meeting place. Known as a live music venue for local bands. Hearty Irish meals, like steak and stout pie, satisfy. The lamb burger is a menu highlight. Mon-Fri 11 am-2 am; Sat 4 pm-2 am. Entrées: $ 6-20. LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 175 Carlton St, 204-943-2302, Map 1: P-4
Canadian: UNDERDOGS Rally around smart, creative pub staples at this sports bar styled spot. Perogy nachos and yam-topped burgers give bar food a good name. Tue- Thu & Sun 11 am-1 am, Fri-Sat & Mon 11 am-2 am. Entrees: $ 10- $ 15. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 2609 Portage Ave, 204-615-6104, Map 2: D-2
regional / canadian
BLAZE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Offers a stylish and contemporary setting for urban prairie cuisine. The juicy, lightly charred burger gets extra kick from jalapeño jam and a glossy potato bun. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 25- $ 42. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Delta Winnipeg, 350 St. Mary Ave, 204-944-7259, Map 1: P-4
FUSION GRILL Chef Lorna Murdoch uses fresh products from local producers, and owner Scot McTaggart has an encyclopedic knowledge of Canadian wine selection for a true fine dining experience. Tue-Sat 11:30 am-2:30 pm, 5:30 pm onward. Entrées: $ 20- $ 47. LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 550 Academy Rd, 204-489-6963, Map 2: D-3
GATES ON ROBLIN Set in an elegant country estate, several rooms with a charming atmosphere perfectly match the pan-Canadian menu. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 21- $ 55. WA, LP, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 6945 Roblin Blvd, 204-224-2837, Map 2: E-1
28 where. ca september / october 2018