More than 40 years ago, Mrs. Usha Mehra brought her passion for Indian cuisine to Canada. She founded the first North Indian restaurant in Winnipeg, featuring all of her own original recipes. Over the years, Kamal and Sudha Mehra enamoured thousands of diners with those dishes. Today, Sudha Mehra and her children carry forward this legacy of cuisine. Classical Indian flavours are presented with a contemporary flair amidst centuries old Indian wood carvings, paintings and intricate tapestries; The Mehras would like to invite you to experience the dynamic essence that India is known for.
dining
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. Lunch Tue-Sat 10 am-2 pm, Sun 9 am-2 pm; Dinner Mon- Sat 5 pm-9 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. Indulge in the turkey avocado bacon sandwich along with specialty coffee in 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
Burgers
DAIRI-WIP DRIVE-IN 383 Marion St, 204-233-5144, Map 1: R-7; HALF MOON DRIVE-IN 6860 Henderson Hwy, 204-757-2517 Map 2: A-6; VJ’ s DRIVE-INN 170 Main St, 204-943-2655, Map 1: P-4;
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, local 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. 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
ACROSS THE BOARD GAME CAFE 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 cafe serves light meals that cater to all dietary restrictions, like vegan mac n’ cheese. Mon-Thu 9 am-8 pm, Fri & Sat 9 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 7- $ 15. WA, SP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 774 Corydon Ave, 204-691-6046, Map 1: T-2
DESSERTS PLUS A kosher-dairy cafe offers a casual destination for snacks and hot meals. Take a raspberry white chocolate pavlova to-go. Mon-Fri 10 am-7:30 pm, Sun 11:30 am-7:30 pm, Sat closed. Entrées: $ 8- $ 16. WA, SP. Cards: IA, M, V. 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, MC, V. 587 Ellice Ave, 204-691-5979, Map 1: O-1
FORTH This well-designed, sun-dappled café has a short menu of breakfast and light lunch classics. The hip downstairs bar serves slick cocktails and appetizers. Mon-Fri 7 am-10 pm, Sat-Sun 9 am-5 pm. Entrées: $ 5.50- $ 12. LP, SP. Cards: AE, MC, V. 171 McDermot Ave, Map 1: O-4
THE FRENCHWAY France ex-pat and chef / owner Oliver Fortat serves up modern French cuisine in this bright space. Mon-Sat 7 am-5 pm, Sun 9 am-5 pm. WA. Cards: IA, MC, V. 238 Lilac St, 204-421-9002, Map 1: T-2
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
MARION STREET EATERY Chef Melissa Hryb elegantly blends comfort food with local ingredients. Fluffy pancakes layered with bacon and drizzled with apple whiskey caramel sauce make for an indulgent brunch. Mon-Tue 11 am-8 pm, Wed-Thu 7 am-8 pm, Fri & Sat 7 am-9 pm, Sun 7 am-2 pm. Entrées: $ 9- $ 15. WA, SP, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 393 Marion Street, 204-233-2843, Map 2: F-4
PANDA TEA South end tea room serves bubble tea in flavours like passionfruit, red bean, and taro. Mon-Thu, Sun 11 am-11 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-12 am. Cards: IA, MC, V. 2999 Pembina Hwy, 204-504-8299, Map 2: G-3
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 9 am-11 pm, Fri-Sat 8 am-11 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
JAG’ S RESTAURANT À la carte menus feature local, sustainable ingredients. Theme nights and rotating buffet nights. Must be 18 or older to enter. Mon-Sun 4 pm-9 pm, Thu-Sun dinner buffet. Entrées: $ 12- $ 23, Buffets: $ 15- $ 30. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. Club Regent Casino, 1425 Regent Ave W, 204-982-3793, Map 2: D-6
MANGO’ S RESTAURANT Canadian and tropical delights served in a 1920s-style setting at South Beach Casino. International buffet, nightly dinner specials and full-service menu offered. 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.
More than 40 years & three generations
More than 40 years ago, Mrs. Usha Mehra brought her passion for Indian cuisine to Canada. She founded the first North Indian restaurant in Winnipeg, featuring all of her own original recipes. Over the years, Kamal and Sudha Mehra enamoured thousands of diners with those dishes. Today, Sudha Mehra and her children carry forward this legacy of cuisine. Classical Indian flavours are presented with a contemporary flair amidst centuries old Indian wood carvings, paintings and intricate tapestries; The Mehras would like to invite you to experience the dynamic essence that India is known for.
Extensive lunch and dinner buffet includes delicious vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options
eastindiaco. com • Winnipeg- 349 York Ave. 204-947-3097
• Ottawa- 210 Somerset St. West 613-567-4634 • Ottawa- 1993 Robertson Rd. 613-721-3777
24 where. ca september / october 2017