DINING
CHOSABI Excellent Asian eats, like sushi burritos and rice bowls, in two stylish locations. Grab a seat under the mural by local artist Pat Lazo. Packaged nigiri, salads, and smoothies are fresh, light options. Mon-Sat 10:30 am-8 pm, Sun 12 pm-5 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 14. WA, LP. 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
Restaurant & Lounge
WINNIPEG’ S DOWNTOWN DINING DESTINATION
We’ re independant, locally sourced and passionate about food. Whether it is a casual dinner and drinks, for business or an intimate night out, you will be in good hands.
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THE FORKS MARKET FOOD VENDORS The stylish hub of Winnipeg’ s meeting place offers casual dining options and a local beer and wine bar. List of vendors and contact information at theforks. com. The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd, Map 1: Q-5
GREEN CARROT JUICE CO. Refresh and energize at with health conscious sips and eats. Cold pressed juices are the stars of the menu, which also features fully loaded smoothies, acai berry bowls, and light salads and sandwiches. Call for hours. Entrées: $ 5- $ 12. Cards: IA, MC, V. 132 Osborne St, 204‐691‐0771, Map 1: R-3; James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, 2000 Wellington Ave, greencarrotjuice. com, Map 2: D-2
KAWAII CREPE Winnipeg’ s first Japanese crêpe joint attracts young and old with its freshly prepared sweet and savoury crêpes and modern atmosphere. Cleverly named combinations like“ Chickplease” and a brightly coloured dining room live up to the restaurant’ s name, which means“ cute” in Japanese. Mon noon-12 am, Tue-Thu & Sun 10 am-12 am, Fri & Sat 10 am-1 am. Entrées: $ 3- $ 8. Cards: IA, V, MC. 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
KING + BANNATYNE Things between bread are the draw at this hip sandwich spot inside an Exchange District heritage space. Juicy, tender brisket, accented simply with a swipe of mustard on rye, is a highlight, as are changing weekly specials with wild flavours and creative ingredients. Mon-Sat 11 am-9 pm. Entrées: $ 8- $ 12. WA. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 4-100 King St, 204‐691‐9757, Map 1: O-4
SHAWARMA KHAN Former Winnipeg Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food in this bright, modern space. Tackle his signature dish, the Wrath of Khan: halal beef / lamb, chicken, and falafel all rolled into a generously stuffed pita. Mon-Sat 11 am-8 pm. Entrées: $ 7- $ 12. WA. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 225 McDermot Ave, 204‐504‐0453, Map 1: O-4; 2589 Pembina Hwy, 204‐615‐6006, Map 2 F-4
WINNIPEG’ S ORIGINAL CRAFT BREWERY
Taproom open 7 days a week. 10 years of Award Winning Beers
ZA PIZZA BISTRO Customized pies are fired to order with an unlimited choice of toppings and served in an ultramod space. Load up housemade dough with fresh veggies, premium meats, and scratch-made sauces, or try a sweet dessert pizza. Sun-Thu 11 am-11 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am-12 pm. 11” pizza: $ 9.95, add $ 2 for gluten free. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. E-1220 St Mary’ s Rd, 204‐615‐0808, Map 2: F-4
FRENCH
BEAUJENA’ S FRENCH TABLE Husband and wife duo Beaujena and Randy Reynolds operate this chef’ s table style restaurant, cooking up a new 7 course meal every week. A blend of French and Mediterranean influences are paired with wines from around the world. Open Fri & Sat 5 pm-midnight. Entrées: $ 55( 7 course prix fixe), wine pairings $ 30. WA, LP. Cards: IA, MC, V. 302 Hamel Ave, 204‐233‐4841, Map 1: P-7
550 Roseberry St. 204.832.7468 halfpintsbrewing. com
Saturday Brewery Tours start at 1pm
BLIND TIGER KITCHEN + BAR Styled after a 1920s speakeasy, the space is a coffee house by day, swinging dining room by night. Classic French dishes are served surrounded by antique chic decor. Mon-Thu 11:30 am-12 am, Fri 11:30 am-1 am, Sat 5 pm-1 am, Sun 5 pm-12 am. Entrées: $ 19- $ 29. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 725 Osborne St, 204‐691‐9939, Map 2: E-4
CAFÉ CE SOIR Enjoy favourites like ratatouille and beef bourguignon, and save room for dessert: Chef / owner Cam Tran is a French-trained pastry chef, and his sweets, like Death by Chocolate— layers of chocolate crème brûlée, flourless chocolate cake, and chocolate mousse— are too good to share. Wed 5 pm-11 pm, Thu & Fri 11 am-11 pm, Sat 10 am-2 pm, 5 pm-11 pm, Sun 10 am-2 pm. Entrées: $ 14- $ 23. WA, LP. Cards: AE, IA, MC, V. 937 Portage Ave, 204-414-SOIR( 7647), Map 2: D-3
28 where. ca JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2017