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bestlist chinese JOIN US FOR THE ULTIMATE STEAK EXPERIENCE Kum Koon Garden 257 King St, 204-943‑4655. The city’s largest restaurant packs in patrons for its well-executed dim sum lunches and evening Cantonese regional specialties. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V North Garden 6‑33 University Cres, 204-275‑2591. Innovative Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine are the specialties. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Deli/Diner Bernstein’s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave, 204‑488‑4552. Jewish specialties and homestyle take- out. Eat-in menu features deli staples like bagels thickly layered with cream cheese and lox. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave, 204-489‑5811. True to its name, this bustling diner specializes in Israeli-style falafel balls and vegan breakfasts. WA, IA Sherbrook Street Delicatessan 102 Sherbroook St, 204‑615‑3354. This bright spot makes nostalgia hip with traditional kosher-style cooking. WA, IA, M, V Family Original Pancake House Clarion Hotel, 1445 Portage Ave, 204-775‑9035; The Forks Market, 204-947‑5077; 1049 Pembina Hwy, 204‑452‑1040, not LP; 2220 McGillivray Blvd, 204- 489-2885. A Winnipeg tradition famous for its signature giant apple pancake. The menu includes breakfast and lunch favourites. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Park Café 330 Assiniboine Park Dr, 204‑927‑6001. Situated in the Qualico Family Centre, the breakfast and lunch menu of this family-friendly eatery serves comforting, casual dishes. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Fast Casual At the Sandman Hotel 1750 Sargent Avenue 204 788 2015 chop.ca WALK-IN GUESTS ALWAYS WELCOME Open weekdays from 11am until late 36 ciao! / june/july / two thousand seventeen Chosabi A-100 King St, 204‑615‑8338; 2696 Pembina Hwy, 204‑615‑8313. Slick and stylish order at the counter spot serves a medley of Asian eats like sushi burritos, curries, and poke bowls. WA, LP, IA, M, V The Forks Market 1 Forks Market Rd. The stylish hub of Winnipeg’s meeting place offers casual dining options centred around The Common, which serves local beer and wine on tap. List of vendors and contact information at theforks.com. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V Kawaii Crepe 201-99 Osborne St, 204-415‑2833; 1220 St Mary’s Rd, 204‑691‑3700. Winnipeg’s first Japanese crêpe joint serves freshly prepared sweet and savoury crêpes in a modern atmosphere. IA, M, V King + Bannatyne 4-100 King St, 204‑691‑9757. This sandwich spot’s specialties include spiced porchetta and juicy, tender brisket. WA, A, IA, M, V La Pampa 10-1604 St Mary’s Road, 204-615-8969. Take out spot for authentic empanadas in traditional and creative flavours. WA, IA, M, V Shawarma Khan 225 McDermot Ave, 204‑504‑0453. 2589 Pembina Hwy, 204‑615-6006. Former Blue Bomber Obby Khan serves up his favourite food in this bright, modern space. Tackle signature pita The Wrath of Khan. WA, A, IA, M, V Za Pizza Bistro A1-1424 Ellice Ave, 204‑888‑1999; E-1220 St Mary’s Rd, 204-615-0808; City Place, 234 Donald St, 204‑691‑0988. Customized pizzas are made to order along an assembly-line style counter. WA, IA, M, V french Blind Tiger 725 Osborne St, 204‑691‑9939. Styled after a 1920s speakeasy, this swinging dining room serves an array of classic French dishes. Tender mussels served with a side of crispy, Parmesan- showered fries are a highlight. LP, A, IA, M, V Café Ce Soir 937 Portage Ave, 204‑414‑7647. 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 are too good to share. WA, LP, A, IA, M, V In Ferno’s Bistro 312 Des Meurons St, 204-262‑7400 (WA, SP); 414 Academy Rd, 204‑475‑7400. Chef/owner Fern Kirouac’s French-Canadian-meets- Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city’s best. LP, A, IA, M, V Mon Ami Louis 50 Provencher Blvd, 204-938-2226. Chef Luc Jean serves French inspired fare on the Esplanade Riel bridge. Thin crust pizzas in the style of Alsace are a specialty. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave, 204‑989‑7700. Almost all items from cured meats to mayonnaise are made from scratch. Chef Tristan Foucault’s menu offers elegantly updated classics and rustic dishes. WA, LP, SP, A, IA, M, V Promenade Café and Wine 130-C Provencher Blvd, 204-233‑7030. This bistro has the best view of the city’s skyline, making it a great place to savour classic French fare from morning to night. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St, 204‑237‑7072. This industrial-chic space serves French bistro fare, like smoked Manitoba goldeye fillets. WA, LP, SP, IA, M, V